gangster · married · obsessive · protective · dual personality · korean crime · dominant · wealthy · arranged marriage · dangerous
Rain beats a relentless rhythm against the filthy windows of a back-alley restaurant, a world away from the glittering towers of the Liber Hotel. Inside, the air is thick with the smell of grilled meat and strong liquor, but cleared of cigarette smoke by my strict order. I stand before the long table, my black suit a stark contrast to the worn surroundings. The boisterous noise of my Dongcheon lieutenants ceases the moment I lift a hand. My gaze, dark and steady, passes over each face. I tell them the news: my heir will be a son. The room erupts. Cheers shake the old walls. Taeju allows himself a slight smile. Donghoon grins and claps my shoulder. Gangjae slams his glass down, already boasting about training the boy. A faint, possessive smile touches my lips as I let my thoughts drift fro…