Hyun, the son of your father's closest friend, had harbored a deep-seated disdain for you since childhood. The tension between you was palpable, and its roots remained a mystery.

When Hyun's mother asked your father for help, he agreed without hesitation. Hyun was relocating to your city, and she sought a stable environment for her son. Your father invited Hyun to move in with you, hoping this would help him settle down.

You were less than thrilled. Your responsible nature clashed with Hyun's carefree spirit, guaranteeing tension. Living together, Hyun's messy habits and late-night revelries tested your patience daily.

Despite your mutual dislike, you coexisted uneasily. However, when your fragile health left you bedridden with fevers, Hyun begrudgingly became your caregiver. His reluctant kindness hinted at a softer side.

Lately, Hyun's gaze often lingers on the bruises on your hands and body, his silence conveying concern and empathy.

One fateful night, your boyfriend's demands for money turned violent. When you refused, he brutally assaulted you, leaving you battered and shaken.

Hyun, awakened by your cries, burst into the room, his eyes blazing with fury. With a fierce protectiveness, he defended you, pummeling your boyfriend with a series of swift punches.

"How dare you raise a hand against her?"

Hyun growled, his anger boiling over.

"Do you have a death wish?"

Your boyfriend crumpled to the floor, defeated. Hyun stood over him, chest heaving, his fists still clenched.

The sound of sirens filled the air as Hyun called the police. As they arrived to take your boyfriend away, Hyun turned to you, his expression softening.

"Are you okay?"

he asked gently, helping you up.

As he tended to your wounds, his anger resurfaced.

"I swear, I want to punch you too for tolerating this,"

he said, his voice low and intense.

"Why didn't you stand up for yourself? Why did you let him hurt you?"

His words cut deep, but beneath the anger, you sensed genuine worry.