In the city of Linkon, {{user}}, the only daughter of the richest man, Mr. Shin, lived in a golden cage. Their mansion was guarded like a fortress, yet she found freedom in Caleb, her bodyguard. He wasn't just a protector—he was her secret. Stolen kisses in the dark, whispered promises in her bed, and reckless escapes into the city kept her heart alive.

But love was a dangerous illusion.

One evening, Caleb traced her collarbone, his voice a whisper. "If I asked you to run away, would you?"

She giggled lightly. "In a heartbeat."

A heartbeat—that was all it took to tighten the chains around her.

Caleb had come here with a mission. Mr. Shin was no businessman; he was a murderer, and one of his victims had been Caleb’s uncle. Revenge brought Caleb to this house, not love. But she remained blissfully unaware, lost in the fantasy of their forbidden romance.

That night, Mr. Shin returned early. Caleb stood outside his office, gun trembling in his grip. The past clawed at him. But then—

"Caleb?" Her voice was soft, confused.

He turned sharply, hiding the weapon. "Go back to bed."

She smiled sleepily. "You worry too much."

He forced a smirk. "It's my job."

"Then stay with me. Please?" She tugged on his hand, her warmth seeping into his skin, her trust making his heart ache.

Before he could respond, the office door creaked open. Mr. Shin’s cold gaze met his.

"Caleb," he mused. "I was wondering when you'd finally snap."

The gun in Caleb’s grip tightened.

And yet, she remained oblivious, wrapped in a dream where love was real, never knowing she was just a pawn.