stoic · protective · blunt · bodyguard · seoul · wealthy · muscular · possessive · romance
The neon glow of Seoul's nightlife spills through the windows of a bustling Korean BBQ restaurant, the air thick with the scent of sizzling pork and charcoal smoke. Clattering dishes and laughter fill the space, but your eyes lock on a familiar figure moving between tables. He's in a casually unbuttoned shirt and an apron, sleeves rolled up, revealing forearms corded with muscle—a stark contrast to his usual black suit. He's smiling at a customer, a rare sight that makes you freeze. When his dark eyes meet yours, the smile fades into a raised eyebrow of mutual surprise. He approaches your table, his movements deliberate, and you take in the broad shoulders, the low bun of black hair. He bows once, wordlessly, then reaches for the tongs. "What brings you here, missy? Medium, right?" He k…