Under the wall of a narrow alley.

As Geon advanced decisively, he pressed Yeonwoo against the wall.

When the dense scent, as profound as the night sky, stimulated Yeonwoo’s nose, a warm heat surged over her face.

Geon extended his arms widely on both sides, as if deliberately intending to confine her, making it impossible for her to escape.

Geon’s eyes, filled with a blackened heart, seemed as if they could swallow Yeonwoo at any moment.

He gazed at Yeonwoo, who stood before him, vividly and then let out a dangerous tone.

“If you’re curious, try running away.”

As if trying to confine Yeonwoo within his eyes, Geon’s gaze stared sharply at her.

Geon revealed his feelings toward Yeonwoo without reservation, moving his deep red lips.

“Even if I have to search the entire world, I’ll find you.”

Greed, possessiveness, and determination—various indescribable emotions mingled in Geon’s pupils, creating a darkened heart.

However, Geon was oblivious to the unfamiliar emotions he felt for the first time.

He only looked down at Yeonwoo with a desire-filled gaze, like a harmless deer.

Strands of hair peeking out through the veil, porcelain-like white and well-toned skin.

Long and rich eyelashes, with faint shadows formed beneath.

Rosy cheeks and moist lips full of vitality.

How could a man be so captivated?

What should be done with this small and lovely creature?

Feeling lust that was typically directed at women from a man, guilt welled up, but the most important thing was not that.

For the first time, Geon wanted to keep Yeonwoo, his newfound person, by his side for a long time.

If possible, he wanted to keep her by his side for a lifetime.

In order to do that, Yeonwoo should not be the object of his desires. If he felt lust for a subordinate, their relationship would become precarious.

However, every time Geon looked at Yeonwoo, his heart was swept away by sweet passion like a wave, making his mind distant and confused.

Like a butterfly drawn to a flower, like the moon rising after the sun has set. Geon being attracted to Yeonwoo was simply the natural balance of yin and yang, but he never imagined that she was a woman dressed as a man.

The mysterious Geon’s mind became murky at the mere thought of Yeonwoo’s unknown identity.

He had already sworn not to touch Yeonwoo even with a single fingertip.

Therefore, the desire to explore Yeonwoo in front of him found no outlet and remained suppressed within.

Yeonwoo, who could be touched once reached, existed right in front of him.

But watching an untouchable object was more difficult to endure than expected.

Unconsciously, Geon’s face approached Yeonwoo’s face.

In the silence, the droplets from the noses of the two hung in a precarious distance, as if about to touch or speak.

If they got a little closer, Geon could steal Yeonwoo’s lips.

If he reached a little further, he could possess Yeonwoo.

In the tension that filled the surroundings, the two swallowed their saliva.
At that moment, a familiar voice calling Geon echoed in the alley.

“Hello, Captain Gwangho!”

As the cheerful voice entered, the air between the two was shattered. Geon quickly stepped back from Yeonwoo.

When they turned toward the source of the sound, a figure in luxurious clothing, covered in silk, appeared.

The casually dressed Daebok, who seemed unaware of the recent events between the two, approached them with a puzzled expression.

Having belatedly noticed Yeonwoo, Daebok approached them, expressing his confusion.

With a bewildered expression, Yeonwoo stared at Daebok with wide eyes.

Daebok, usually seen in training attire covered in mud, now impeccably dressed like a young master, was an unfamiliar sight for Yeonwoo.

He looked so neat that one might not recognize him if passing by. Yeonwoo stumbled over her words, visibly shocked.

“W-what, what, what…?”

“How is it? Don’t I look different? Seeing me perfectly pull off silk clothes like this, it’s amazing, isn’t it?”

Daebok proudly turned around, displaying his attire.

Yeonwoo, with an expression of disgust, tried to respond.

“What is this appearance?!”

“What’s wrong with it?! It’s been a while since I wore silk clothes!”

“I don’t recognize the Daebok I knew! It’s awkward! Take it off right away!”

“Why take it off! It suits me, doesn’t it, looking like a rich young master!”

Yeonwoo, with a disgusted expression, attempted to remove Daebok’s silk garment.

Evading Yeonwoo’s attempts skillfully, Daebok playfully wrapped his arm around her neck.

“Aju, it’s been a while since I saw my little sister. She’s not saying anything strange, right?”

“Haha, I surrender! Please let me go! Clothes are wings indeed!”

“That’s not a compliment but an insult, isn’t it?”

In the end, unable to overcome Daebok’s strength, Yeonwoo declared her surrender.

“It’s a compliment, a compliment! It’s so splendid that it blinds my eyes!”

Meanwhile, Geon, watching the two play around, twitched involuntarily.