The flush faded from Bora’s shyly reddened face.
Bora, with her mouth wide open like a person frozen in an instant, stared intently at Kwonyul.
“I’m sorry for saying hurtful things to you. But…”
“What… what did you say?”
The small hand that was twirling her bangs fell to her knees with a ‘tuk.’
“I think it would be better to talk about it where your parents are present.”
“No. Please don’t.”
Kwonyul remained unfazed.
“You and I, we’re not even close friends. But marriage?”
“I told you not to. I won’t listen to any weird words from you.”
Even though she didn’t get to the main point, Bora hastily prevented Kwonyul from saying anything further.
“Bora, let’s think rationally about this.”
Still unwilling to hear, Bora crouched down, covering both ears.
As the awkward atmosphere lingered, Bora’s mother, with an uneasy smile, asked, “Yul, is something wrong?”
“Aren’t you two close friends? Did you fight recently? Bora seemed a bit depressed lately. Did you two have a quarrel?”
Bora’s father struggled to maintain a kind smile.
“Before it’s too late, I felt I needed to come and tell you this.”
“Oh, um. Go ahead.”
Where should he start and how honest should he be? Kwonyul pondered for a moment, considering if revealing his emotions stored in his heart might cause harm to several people. However, without giving any room for hesitation, he didn’t want to leave any openings for Bora, who was persistently sticking to him.
“I have a girlfriend.”
“A girlfriend?”
Their awkward smiles vanished without a trace.
“Yes. And I’ve never thought of Bora romantically even once.”
As Kwonyul’s firm words continued, Bora’s parents gripped the arms of the sofa tightly. Kwonyul did not stop his words, even as they stared at the reddened back of their hands.
In fact, Bora had always been a burdensome existence. From a young age, she seemed like a person trapped in a flashy shell, staring endlessly out the window with eyes devoid of spirit.
Perhaps that was the reason. No matter how strangely Bora behaved, Kwonyul dismissed it, thinking it was because her heart hurt.
But when it became a threat to Seoyeon, he could no longer endure it.
“I recently learned that our grandfathers and both chairmen have met several times.”
Like pouring cold water, no one, except for Kwonyul, opened their mouths.
“If I had known beforehand, I would have definitely stopped it. But now, I think it’s better for both of us to clarify our intentions.”
Bora’s actions that constantly crossed the line and the sincere feelings towards Seoyeon burst out like a dam breaking.
“I don’t even love Bora, yet they talk about marriage.”
“…”
“On top of that, pushing marriage with unilateral emotions is impossible.”
“Kwonyul, stop it!”
Bora, trembling all over, suddenly stood up from her seat. However, Kwonyul did not blink an eye.
“I came here despite the intrusion because I want to stop this before it gets bigger.”
Delivering his words calmly without a hint of wavering, Bora’s parents finally frowned.
“So, your words… Ha. Are you saying… All that about taking care of her after exams, etc., was all in Bora’s imagination?”
“Yes.”
It was a simple but the most accurate answer.
“So, until now, taking care of her after exams, etc., everything you said… was all in Bora’s imagination?”
“I’ve never asked for anything from Bora or received anything.”
That was the truth. Bora never touched the small candy she offered.
“Bora, you’re going… crazy now. Really.”
As the icy stares poured towards Bora, she staggered back.
“Oh, no. That’s my feelings. Whether Yul accepts or not is not important.”
“Don’t you have any self-respect?”
Harsh words jabbed at Bora.
“What’s lacking in you that Yul would treat you like this… Hah. You’re insulted for having no money, coming from a humble family.”
“Why does Yul dislike you so much!?”
As the cold gaze and harsh words continued toward Bora, Kwonyul furrowed his brow.
Just because he didn’t romantically like Bora didn’t mean she had to fall into misery.
Kwonyul couldn’t understand why they couldn’t respect each other’s feelings.
“I apologize for causing unnecessary concerns. But…”
Kwonyul felt sorry for Bora, who was pouring tears in response to her parents’ harsh words.
“I hope you won’t scold Bora because of me.”
The place that Bora came to tidy up her excessive one-sided love had turned into a situation where her incompetence was being questioned.
“I came here because I didn’t want to harm my girlfriend in any way.”
Bora’s tear-filled eyes sharpened at the mention of a girlfriend.
“I’ve conveyed my intentions to our grandfathers as well.”
Kwonyul wanted to correct things that he hadn’t known had happened.
“Even if it’s not a destined connection between us, Bora is a friend who can meet someone better than me.”
So, he asked them not to blame Bora indirectly.
“Is that all you have to say?”
“Yes.”
“Fine. Then, go.”
The warm atmosphere from a moment ago disappeared, and the elegant living room was filled with coldness.
Male lead is a clingy little husband
One-line summary: The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
Introduction:
One day, Lu Yuner’s soul transmigrates into a female-dominant world. She enters the Imperial Academy and takes up the position of a doctoral instructor, teaching classes and grading schoolwork.
One day, she encounters the young prince Su Qingwan secretly skipping class from the male academy.
As a result, Su Qingwan is punished.
From then on, Su Qingwan sees Lu Yuner as a “thorn in his side”.
But before long, this “thorn” becomes the person he cherishes most, and he goes to great lengths to win Lu Yuner’s affection.
Mini scene 1:
One day, the sun is high in the sky but Su Qingwan still hasn’t gotten up for class.
Servant Xiaoyuan: “Young prince, it’s time for class. You’ll be late otherwise.”
Su Qingwan says arrogantly: “I’m not going. I am the esteemed prince, my status is so noble, why should I suffer this hardship? Besides, isn’t learning all this just to please women? Hmph, they’re not worthy!”
Mini scene 2:
After Su Qingwan falls for someone, he completely changes. He no longer skips class and diligently learns how to be a good husband and father. But he discovers that Sister Yuner is always surrounded by admirers.
Drunk and overcome with jealousy one day, he clings to Lu Yuner, crying beautifully like a pear blossom in the rain.
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan likes Sister Yuner.”
Lu Yuner: “Young prince, you’re drunk.”
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan isn’t drunk. Qingwan likes Sister Yuner, likes you so much, likes you to bits…” Before he can finish, Lu Yuner’s eyes flash with emotion and she leans in closer.
[Reading Guide]
1. The female lead is gentle, gracious, humble and polite but not weak. The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
2. 1v1, a bit torturous in the beginning but definitely sweet later on.
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