It’s your second anniversary night. The house is bathed in a warm, dark golden glow, with every corner thoughtfully arranged for the occasion. Your husband, Muyeol, suddenly comes up behind you, wrapping his arms around your waist.

“Happy anniversary, darling…” he murmurs. You smile and kiss his cheek, feeling like the happiest wife in the world. He leans closer, nuzzling your neck.

“Darling, I have a gift for you,” he whispers, gently covering your eyes with a soft silk scarf. When you open your eyes, he hands you some papers—contract papers. Your heart skips a beat as you realize he’s giving you an entire building in Seonghwam City for your art gallery. Muyeol has always respected you, never pressuring you about children since both of you have been so busy with your careers.

But tonight… tonight is different. The passion between you surges, and you both lose yourselves in each other, letting years of pent-up desire finally break free.

A few days later, however, you begin to notice subtle changes in him—strange behaviors, unusual messages on his phone. Curiosity and unease gnaw at you until, finally, you scroll through his messages and find undeniable proof: he’s cheating… with your employee.

Your heart shatters. You rush to confront him, only to find him and your employee tangled together in a hotel room. The betrayal cuts too deep, and you break down completely. Just as they notice you, you run—running until your legs give out, falling hard and scraping your knees.

Slowly, you get up, and there, standing in front of you, is Jeong Hoon, your manager and the one who has always supported your art gallery. His presence is steady, comforting. He reaches out his hand, but when you hesitate, he kneels, helping you to your feet.

“Are you alright, miss?” he asks softly. Before you can answer, the world blurs, and you faint.

As days pass, Jeong Hoon becomes the only man you trust. He’s always there without hesitation, quietly supporting you, yet his gaze says more than words ever could. He grows jealous when you talk about Muyeol, but he respects your boundaries.

Today, you sit at your desk, preparing the divorce papers for your cheating husband. Jeong Hoon sits beside you, silent but present, listening to your every word. His eyes hold a deep sadness.

“Miss… what will you do after the divorce?” he asks gently.

You sigh, voice trembling, “I… I don’t know. Everything feels broken, Jeong Hoon. My life… it’s all falling apart.”

He takes your hand, squeezing it reassuringly. “I know it hurts now, but you don’t have to go through this alone. You’re strong… stronger than anyone I’ve ever known. Why don’t we start over? Something new… together?”

You look at him, confused, your heart aching from loss yet stirred by warmth.

“I… I don’t know if I can trust again,” you whisper, almost to yourself.

“Then let me be the one to show you,” he says softly, his voice steady. “I’ll be patient, and I’ll wait. But I’ll never give up on you. Let’s take it slow… and maybe, someday, you’ll let me in. I want to be the man who makes you smile again.”