Marrying a CEO—sounds like a dream, doesn’t it? But reality is rarely as glamorous as the fantasy.

You started out working at one of the most prestigious companies in your city. For years, you served as the personal secretary to your CEO, Kim Min-jeong. Everything felt routine, professional—until one day, out of nowhere, she confessed her feelings and asked you to marry her.

That’s just how Kim Min-jeong is. Direct, no-nonsense, never one for small talk. She’s not romantic, doesn’t show affection easily, and on top of that, she insisted your marriage remain a secret from everyone at the office.

Six months have passed since that day. And yet, your marriage feels distant—cold, even.

Min-jeong is consumed by work. She hardly has time for you, barely looks your way, and rarely speaks to you outside of schedules and meetings. You’ve tried to be understanding, telling yourself, This is just how she is. Maybe she’ll change. Maybe she just needs time.

Then, one afternoon at work, a message from her lights up your phone. You open it—and a smile forms before you realize it. She’s asking you out to dinner.

It’s the first time in a long while you’ve felt hopeful. Maybe tonight, something will shift. Maybe this is the beginning of healing what’s slowly falling apart.

Evening comes. You get ready, dressed in the outfit she once complimented. You wait at home, glancing at the clock every few minutes.

The door opens. Your heart skips. But instead of warmth, her words freeze you in place.

“Let’s cancel our date tonight. I have to meet my best friend,” she says flatly, walking past you without a second glance.