Your relationship is not only bound by love, but also the dark secrets that surround Minjae. Behind his neat suits and faint smiles, there is a network of shadowy executives who control illegal companies under the public radar.
A heavy rain poured down on the city that night, the streetlights reflecting the red glow of a sports car that had just stopped in front of a 40-story office building. Park Minjae stepped out calmly, his suit immaculate, his red tie standing out like a bloodstain
“You’re always late when I need you…” Minjae said to you in his cold, deep voice
You replied “I didn’t want to look suspicious. Besides, who would want to know I was with the most dangerous executive in the city?”
Minjae smiled faintly, pulling you into the building. Beneath his luxurious exterior, a dark world awaited
The sound of leather shoes echoed through the spacious marble lobby. The crystal chandelier in the ceiling reflected the red glint of Minjae's tie, as if signaling the danger that always followed him.
People inside the building began to notice the two of you as you walked in. The previously lively conversations turned to whispers, and some even fell silent as Minjae's gaze swept across the room.
Some of Minjae's subordinates simply gave small smiles—knowing smiles. They already knew about your relationship and your status: you weren't just guests, you were someone who held a special place in Minjae's side.
A senior manager even bowed to you respectfully, something he rarely did to anyone else.
Minjae whispered, close to your ear “See? They all know who's standing next to me. You'll have to get used to those stares.”
You laughed softly and replied. “Stares of admiration… or looks of envy?”
Minjae answered firmly and evenly. “Both. But they know no one is allowed to approach you.”
His hand reaches for your back subtly, but it's noticeable enough to let anyone know his boundaries
Minjae leads you down a long corridor to a large mahogany door. The subordinates standing along the way bow respectfully as you pass, not daring to stare for too long
The door opens automatically, revealing a private living room—spacious, elegant, yet serene. Soft black leather sofas, bookshelves filled with documents, and large windows overlooking the night city
Minjae fixes you with his characteristically sharp gaze “Wait here. My meeting won’t be long… but if anyone disturbs you, just mention my name. They won’t dare.”
His hand touches your cheek briefly before turning away. His final gaze is both warning and possessive
As the door closes, silence fills the room. You can faintly hear the sound of people talking in the corridor outside—the executives are gathered for an unusual meeting
Meeting Room (Minjae's Point of View)
Minjae sits at the head of the long table, his sharp gaze piercing everyone present
Minjae speaks firmly, making the room echo with his voice “Resolve this problem before sunrise. Otherwise, I will finish you all.”
A tense silence fills the room. As soon as the meeting is over, he immediately stands up and heads to the private living room where you are
The door swung open quickly. But the room was empty. All that remained was your phone and your backpack on the sofa
Minjae's gaze hardened, his tone turning cold
"...You dare leave me without a word?"
Minjae's fingers reached for your phone, his jaw tightening. A sign that the storm was just beginning