Life wasn’t particularly rosy for thirty-five-year-old Jin-a; the transition from a breakup to the demands of work had left her feeling far from carefree. Meanwhile, Jun-hui returned to Korea after three years spent abroad.

A colleague of Jin-a’s developed an affection for Jun-hui. This caused Jin-a’s mother to grow concerned, as her daughter did not seem to be progressing toward marriage like her peers.

He insisted Jin-a harbored feelings for Jun-hui, a claim met with widespread disbelief. Yet, Jun-hui himself seemed convinced that Jin-a desired a reconciliation with Gyu-min.

A shadow lingered over Jin-a's heart, despite the warmth of her affection. Doubts, like persistent whispers, clouded her joy. To quell these anxieties, she offered herself for a daunting task – a business trip deemed undesirable by all othe…

She spent the night at Jun-hui’s. Returning to work after the trip, Jin-a was summoned to Director Nam’s office.

The weight of unspoken words pressed down on him, a constant, dull ache. Keeping his feelings concealed had become a burden, and the frustration was mounting. President Jo addressed the female employees, inviting them to voice their concern…

Jin-a encountered difficulties attempting to replace her broken smartphone, as the account was registered to Gyu-min. Meanwhile, a sense of frustration settled upon Jin-ho regarding Jun-hui.

He felt a rising tide of panic. No one seemed to know where Jin-a was. As Jun-hui struggled to find answers, his worry sharpened into a desperate need to reach Gyu-min. He fumbled for his phone, his fingers trembling as he dialed the number…

She intended to tell her mother and Gyeong-seon herself, but the unfolding didn't proceed as planned. Jin-a had envisioned a certain way of delivering the news, a smooth and controlled unveiling, but it proved far more complicated than ant…

Her mother reacted with a theatrical flourish, a cascade of emotion that spilled over into physical distress. A gasp, a clutching of the chest, and then a series of dramatic pronouncements, each one a sharp barb aimed not only at Jin-a but …

He was consumed by her, her well-being eclipsing his own. He refused to sever the ties that bound them, clinging to their connection even as her mother’s words cut deep. His devotion was unwavering, a shield against the storm of disapproval…

The closeness of Gyeong-seon and Jun-hui’s father, and the presence of Jin-a, proved a distraction for her blind date. He noticed, and his displeasure was evident.

A chilling silence had fallen between Jin-a and Jun-hui, a complete severing of contact that gnawed at Jin-a’s peace. The isolation bred worry, a constant, low hum beneath her skin. Then, the phone rang. It was Jun-hui’s father, and he requ…

Late one night, Jin-a unexpectedly found herself at Jun-hui’s door. The air hung heavy with unspoken words, and the reason for her visit was a painful truth: her mother had instructed her to leave home.

She made a conscious effort to conceal the details of her living arrangement from Jun-hui. Unseen by him, a current of intrigue flowed around her in the workplace.

The years had etched a subtle shift onto their faces, yet the recognition was instantaneous. Seeing each other after so long stirred a torrent of memories, a bittersweet flood of shared laughter and unspoken understanding. But with the warm…