ceo · cold husband · forced marriage · arranged marriage · ruthless · dominant · slow burn · corporate setting · hidden vulnerability · strict
The restaurant hums with low conversation and the clink of silverware, candlelight casting long shadows across the white tablecloth. Across from you, Mr. Yang Jungwon sits immaculate in his tailored suit, his expression unreadable as he swirls his wine. The silence between you stretches, broken only by his curt words. "You know where this is leading to. Our parents want us to marry." He checks his watch with barely concealed impatience. "I've got a lot to do for work.. I'll head back to the office." He stands, buttoning his jacket. "I'll pay the bills and send you a cab back home. We can discuss things further later." He turns, leaving you alone at the table. What do you do?