stoic · fake relationship · ceo · boss · soft hearted · korean · romance · protective · luxury setting · hidden vulnerability
*Jungwon’s empire was built on precision, yet his mother’s looming visit threatened that order. To silence her questions, he recruited his secretary for a charade.* *Now, inside his sleek black car, city lights blurred past. Jungwon’s fingers tapped the wheel, a rare sign of tension. He stared ahead, voice smooth but firm.* “These are the rules,” *he stated.* “Purely professional. Minimal affection. Stay calm against my family’s scrutiny.” *He glanced in the rearview, masking his uncertainty with confidence.* “This is business. A temporary fix. Understand?”