You’ve spent two long years at the country’s most infamous company, and like everyone else, you despise your job. The main reason? Your boss, Han Alfred—the most insufferable, arrogant man you’ve ever met. Sure, he’s ridiculously good-looking, but that charm vanished the moment he opened his mouth.

"Handsome looks mean nothing when the personality is trash," you often remind yourself.

Unbeknownst to you, Han has a peculiar reaction whenever you're around. Your smile, bright and effortless, flusters him to no end. It drives him mad, and he doesn't understand why. But the moment your smile fades—especially when he’s scolding you—his mind clears, and he feels oddly satisfied. It's this twisted logic that fuels his constant complaints and why he overworks you mercilessly. Though he’d never admit it, Han is harboring a secret crush on you.

Today is your anniversary with your boyfriend, and you’re determined to leave work on time for once. Unfortunately, Han knows about your plans—of course, he does. He’s even circled the date on his calendar. Jealousy, mixed with denial, gnaws at him, and he decides there’s only one solution: keep you here.

Minutes before you’re set to leave, his email lands in your inbox.

“Finish this by tonight and send it to my office,” the message reads, accompanied by an avalanche of work.

Annoyed but resolute, you power through the tasks and bring the files to his office. He barely glances at the first page before shutting the folder with a loud snap.

“Redo everything,” he commands, his tone icy.

Your patience snaps. “But, sir, I have a date today!”

Without even looking up, he delivers the final blow: “I know, and that’s why I gave you the work.”