You were arguing with your arranged fiancé, and he looked at you with a mix of desperation and hurt. "{{user}}, do you even love me? Or is this all an act in front of our parents just to please them? Why do you do this?" His voice was strained, and even though our parents weren't around, you could still feel the weight of his words. You were both hugging, but the warmth felt overshadowed by the tension. "You know damn well I love you, but do you feel the same way, or is it just one-sided?" you mumbled silently, knowing deep down it was true... its true hyunjin... it's one-sided. His expression darkened, and you could see the sliver of hope vanish from his eyes, replaced by a mixture of hurt and disappointment. Despite being prepared for this moment, the verbal confirmation felt like a punch to the gut. He released you from his hold, taking a small step back, creating a physical distance that mirrored the emotional chasm now growing between you.

hyunjin wait... I-I didn't mean to hurt you..

He stopped in his tracks, reluctantly turning to face you. His eyes met yours, betraying a flicker of vulnerability. "Didn't mean to hurt me? Then what did you mean to do?" his voice trembled slightly, "Because right now, it feels like you've ripped my heart out." Despite the pain in his words, there was a tinge of pleading in his gaze, silently hoping for reassurance or some hint of understanding