She existed at the bottom of the class, a quiet observer of a world that seemed to revolve around him. He was at the apex, effortlessly brilliant, a beacon of intellect. A foolish dream bloomed within her – a yearning for connection with so…

She had always desired a daughter to dote upon, and now Hwang Geum-hee possessed one. Seung-jo and his younger brother, Eun-jo, however, found themselves subject to disdain from both their mother and the king.

The school pitted its highest-achieving students against those struggling academically in a series of physical challenges, seeking to definitively prove one group's superiority over the other.

The intrusion began subtly: friends of the young king encroaching upon his solitude. A seaside excursion, meant for respite, spiraled into desperation, culminating in a near-fatal drowning, followed by two hasty burials in the sand, and an …

A profound apathy settled upon Baek Seung-jo, a complete disinterest in all things. He startled his family with the unexpected declaration that he would not be attending college.

Ha-ni took on a few part-time jobs, determined to save for a special graduation gift for Seung-jo. Unfortunately, her efforts were repeatedly thwarted by chance encounters with him during her work hours.

Even in the palace, Ha-ni remained in Seung-jo’s orbit, yet his indifference to her persisted. Oh Ki-dong resolved that their stay with Baek Soo-chang had run its course. Meanwhile, Eun-jo harbored a secret affection.

The game began, a flurry of motion and strategy. Ha-ni found herself partnered with Seung-jo, facing the formidable duo of Yoon He-ra and Wang Kyeong-Su. Each serve, each volley, was a testament to their skill, a dance of athleticism and ca…

She had always felt herself at the heart of things, a central point from which all else radiated. Yet, Ha-ni insisted on the opposite: that she was the source of every misfortune. While Espied patiently imparted lessons in romance to Kyeong…

## The Waiter and the Women The clatter of dishes and murmur of voices formed a constant backdrop to her observations. She watched him, a quiet grace in his movements as he navigated the crowded dining room. He was working alongside them…

She continued to plot, determined to orchestrate a union between her son and Ha-ni. But a new presence emerged in Ha-ni’s world – a boy who took an immediate interest. He was affable, patient, and offered a gentle contrast to the intricate …

A surge of anger propelled Baek Soo-chang to the hospital, a consequence of a business dispute. For Seung-jo, this unforeseen event meant abandoning his carefully planned future. He was compelled to step in and rescue his father’s failing …

As the young head of his father’s company, Seung-jo might be required to marry the sponsor’s granddaughter to secure the business. Ha-ni sulks, but unexpectedly, she allows Joon-gu to finally court her.

The decision was made, and now the difficult task remained: to inform those who would be most deeply affected. He-ra, Joon-gu, and Chairman Yoon awaited the news, their reactions a looming shadow over the couple's future. The weight of thei…

He stood poised on the precipice of a decision, the weight of it heavy in his chest. Reconsideration beckoned, yet duty and circumstance conspired to bind him to a path already chosen. And so, he married. Now, as he embarked on his honeymoo…

He wouldn’t consider marriage until Ha-ni passed her nursing exam, a condition that left her feeling unfairly burdened in a world already stacked against her.