The newlywed house was adorned with frames, both large and small. It had been just a month since they returned from their honeymoon.

There were scenes captured of Se-ah leaning against Kang-woo’s fist against the bright blue sea. Also, moments of Kang-woo hugging Se-ah while sneakily kissing her eyes and cheeks, capturing blissful moments.

They had spent a month in the Maldives. Originally planned for about two weeks, the honeymoon extended due to the monsoon season from May to November.

Kang-woo was worried throughout the trip about the possibility of rain. Se-ah reassured him that as long as she was with Kang-woo, the weather didn’t matter.

‘How can you just leisurely stay there on our honeymoon? Taking time off, huh. It’s thrilling to be in a different place with Jisea alone.’

The rain seemed to fall gently, with a mellowness in the mid-range tones. Suddenly,

‘What if I die? Would you follow me if I die?’

‘…Don’t ask me with a serious face. It’s scary sometimes.’

‘You might wither away waiting alone.’

Kang-woo’s intense gaze slowly scanned Se-ah.

‘Just wait for me. I’ll spend all the money I earn.’

‘…Thank you.’

‘But there shouldn’t be anyone else.’

A cheesy and persistent attachment that sounded like a joke but felt sincere.

Though she would occasionally be startled, it was cute. Reflecting on the memories, Se-ah smiled while holding one of the frames.

As they gathered wedding photos together, the feeling was strange. Just last year, looking at the wedding photos used to make her bitter. Even through the pictures, he seemed indifferent. Now, it looked different.

The long eyes facing forward, with a well-defined bridge of the nose, not cold but rather like a shy groom.

“Oh my! I knew it would happen.”

The maid, who was wiping the floor while circling the long living room, was fixed on the TV.

The TV had been on for a while, but now the news sound reached Se-ah’s ears. Behind the desk, a screen with Min-young’s picture was displayed.

“G-Coms Executive Min-young Lee, involved in the Cha Nam-tae bribery case, has announced today that she will step down from her management position.”

Although the chairman was in custody, Min-young, escorted by a skilled lawyer, was released without charges. But suddenly resigning from management, attempting to correct the turmoil in G-Coms’ stock due to rumors, caught everyone by surprise.

Se-ah read the news subtitles with her eyes. Min-young resigned from G-Coms due to health reasons.

“Madam, that’s just something people are saying on the internet. You know how bad it can be when your acquaintances spread rumors.”

“What are you talking about?”

“She’s going abroad due to delusional disorder. If you search for ‘Min-young’s friend A testimony,’ it will all come out.”

“Yes.”

“It seems she had a crush on that man, like any other wife. Well, he’s a married man. Seems like she lost her mind.”

The excited maid said in front of Se-ah, so she turned off the TV. She didn’t want to see Min-young’s appearance from anywhere anymore.
“Madam. It’s time for the main Madam to come. Shall I start the stew?”

“Yes. Please do so.”

Right on time, the doorbell rang. When Se-ah offered to open the door, the maid went to the kitchen. As soon as she opened the door, Hyun-sook smiled warmly.

“Se-ah. How have you been?”

“Yes. Has Mom been well too?”

“Well, I’ve been fine.”

“Welcome. Please come in.”

Hyun-sook changed into slippers and handed one of the shopping bags she was carrying to Se-ah.

“What’s this again, Mom?”

“A few days ago, I went to the department store with a friend and thought of you. The fall season’s new arrivals are already out.”

“Mom, you don’t have to buy things like this. Really. Besides, I receive many gifts from Kang-woo.”

“That’s a different matter. My friend bought so much saying she’ll give them to her daughter. So I thought, I’ll give them to our Se-ah. Don’t feel burdened; I’m doing it because I like it.”

“I’ll use them well. Thank you.”

With both hands holding the shopping bag, Se-ah bowed her head. Regardless of what the gift was, it didn’t matter; it was just nice that Hyun-sook took care of her. At 26, she was in the midst of receiving a lot of love from her mother.

In the warm atmosphere, they headed to the dining room. Hyun-sook’s eyes widened as she looked at the table that was set.

“Why did you prepare so much? It’s a real feast even in the sweltering midsummer when you just sit still.”

“Most of it was done by Madam. Please have a seat, Mom.”

The maid brought out various dishes. In the center of the dining table, a brass bowl piled high with soy sauce marinated crab was placed.

“Did you buy marinated crab?”

“I made it myself. They say June is when female crabs are plump. I froze it and made it a while ago.”

“That’s right, that’s right. You’re better than me in every way. Our Se-ah knows everything.”

“Please try it. If you like the taste, I’ll pack some for you on your way home.”

“Let me see.”