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Chapter 4 The engagement announcement

Word Count: 1340    |    Released on: 19/10/2024

the curtains of his new room, he sat up slowly, feeling the weight of the day settle over him. This was it. Today, the world would learn abou

door snapped him o

called, his voice

ously in front of her. "Good morning, Mr. Hyunjin. Mr. Jeon ha

er a small smile. "Thank y

and slacks, trying to ignore the tight knot forming in his stomach. What was Jeon planning for today? How were they going to announce their engagement? He had

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ed at the long, polished table. A lavish spread of food lay before them, but Hyunjin'

greeted him, his voic

bled, sliding into the

n did. Hyunjin simply moved the food around on his p

lence. "The press release

ach flipped. "

ter that, we'll make a public appearance together. Tonight is

hard, his throat d

world needs to believe that we're madly in love. We'll be un

o love Jeon in front of an audience made his skin crawl, but he knew the

and," he s

e saw something-something softer, almost regretful-in Jeon's expression. But it was gone i

own his cup. "The car will p

Hyunjin alone with his thoughts and the gnawi

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lt more like a costume than clothing. They styled his hair, applied light makeup to give him a polished, camera-re

tanding in the shadows as Jeon's secretary, but this was different. Tonight, he wouldn't be the qu

or jolted Hyunjin

ng in front of the mirror as

dressed impeccably in a sleek black suit, his hair perfectly styled, e

remarked, his tone d

red, feeling the weight

out and adjusted the collar of Hyunjin's shirt. The touch was

locking onto Hyunjin's. "Tonight, we're a couple in love

, his throat t

d to ask Jeon how he could be so calm, how he could go through with this charade without flinching. But he didn'

nally, breaking the sile

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ple who lived in the upper echelons of society. CEOs, politicians, celebrities-they were all there, mingling un

is hand resting casually on Hyunjin's lower back as they walked up the red carpet, posing for the cameras. Hyunjin forced a smile,

ar, his voice low and commanding

more out of place in his life, surrounded by people who didn't know him, didn't care

kes and polite smiles. Hyunjin played along, thanking them, his voice steady despite the chaos i

spoke to a group of high-profile guests. He looked completely at ease, as though this was just another day

were interrupted by

the myster

rp with curiosity. He was tall, well-dressed, and had the kind of

lied, forcing a po

ging at his lips. "Interesting. I didn

, but he kept his expression n

r a moment before he gave a small

ust the beginning-the first of many nights where he would have to lie

e wasn't sure how lon

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Contents

Chapter 1 A deal with the devil Chapter 2 The weight of a promise . Chapter 3 Moving in Chapter 4 The engagement announcement Chapter 5 Cracks in the facade Chapter 6 Weight of secrets
Chapter 7 The strings that bind
Chapter 8 Cracks in the ice
Chapter 9 Closer than ever
Chapter 10 The first signs of something real
Chapter 11 Dangerous truths and new beginning
Chapter 12 The burden of power
Chapter 13 Close call
Chapter 14 Beneath the surface
Chapter 15 Into the fray
Chapter 16 The calm after storm
Chapter 17 Shadows of the past
Chapter 18 Price of loyalty
Chapter 19 Moments of solace
Chapter 20 Close quarters
Chapter 21 The unexpected meeting
Chapter 22 unveiling shadow
Chapter 23 Under the surface
Chapter 24 A safe haven
Chapter 25 Unmasking the boss
Chapter 26 A night of togetherness
Chapter 27 Uncharted territory
Chapter 28 Home and heart
Chapter 29 Under the weather
Chapter 30 Under the doctors care
Chapter 31 Breaking point
Chapter 32 Healing together
Chapter 33 Slow recovery
Chapter 34 The argument
Chapter 35 Bound by contract broken by words
Chapter 36 Silence between us
Chapter 37 Confrontation and unyielding tension
Chapter 38 A warning and an escape
Chapter 39 Unspoken words
Chapter 40 The calm after the storm
Chapter 41 A bold declaration
Chapter 42 Shadows of threat
Chapter 43 A shield of secrets
Chapter 44 Shadows of danger
Chapter 45 A fragile peace
Chapter 46 Shadows of doubt
Chapter 47 Breaking the silence
Chapter 48 Unbreakable bond
Chapter 49 Under threat
Chapter 50 Unveiling the threat
Chapter 51 A meeting of family
Chapter 52 Families unite
Chapter 53 A night of unity
Chapter 54 Allies united
Chapter 55 The bold move
Chapter 56 A close call
Chapter 57 Love in the shadows
Chapter 58 Stealing the moment together
Chapter 59 The flames of conflict
Chapter 60 The weight of words
Chapter 61 The tears we shed
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