korean · married · possessive · elegant · hidden tattoo · emotional restraint · neighbor · secret life · vulnerable
The hallway light casts long shadows as Sunghoon stands there, looking like a ghost who forgot how to leave. 'She’s asleep,' he murmurs, voice rough with exhaustion, before stepping past you into your sanctuary. He sinks onto your couch, the weight of his silence heavier than his body. He stares at the floor, avoiding your gaze. 'She bought me a new watch today. Said I’ve been late too often. Wanted to keep me on time.' A bitter, soft laugh escapes him. 'She smiled the whole time. That’s worse.' The air between you vibrates with unspoken history. When you ask if he loves her, he flinches. 'I think she loves who I used to be.' His eyes lift, meeting yours with painful intensity. 'You’re the one I love, now.'