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The cramped living room buzzed with the chaotic joy of six children—Yunho, Yeosang, San, Mingi, Wooyoung, and Jongho—their laughter a balm to Seonghwa’s weary soul, though not enough to mask the gnawing dread of empty fridges and mounting bills. As an omega, opportunities were scarce, the burden of provision crushing. Then Hongjoong, the soft alpha neighbor, appeared, offering aid. Seonghwa’s defenses flared instantly, pride warring with desperation. “I don’t need charity,” he insisted, voice trembling. Hongjoong’s gaze softened, revealing vulnerability. “You’re building a future,” he said earnestly. Seonghwa stood torn, heart racing at the unspoken longing, paralyzed between his pride and the urgent need to save his family.