Chapter 68 I once read about a tragic incident where African refugees died after consuming food provided by aid organizations. When people have gone too long without eating, their weakened stomachs can’t properly digest food, causing serious complications. It’s inevitable that problems arise when the body is abruptly overwhelmed with food after prolonged starvation….
Chapter 67 “The Lady likes me?” Fieldram, who always managed to miss the point by a beat, had once again jumped to the wrong conclusion. “There’s no way that’s true, so could you please shut your mouth for once?” Freesia could already see it: by morning, the entire estate would be buzzing…
Chapter 66 “Excuse me?” “It was a joke.” What’s the point of expecting anything from this naive child? It’s enough to shudder to realize she’ll never be interested. “Absolutely, absolutely not Lily Devlanc.” To think that, after already securing the Duke of Crowford, her sister could become the crown princess—such…
Additional Side Story (4) Lee Joon couldn’t hide his mixed emotions as he spoke honestly for the first time. “I was deeply disappointed and angry at my mother for many years. The things she did to you… I just couldn’t forgive her.” “I understand.” Eunchae nestled closer to Lee Joon, as if to say…
Additional Side Story (3) “Mother…” Eunchae was shocked when Mrs Kang suddenly burst into tears. Having only seen the stern side of her mother-in-law during her time in the family, and even after her reunion with Lee Joon, she was at a loss for words, stunned by the sight of her crying. “Why is…
Additional Side Story (02) As soon as Tae Moo-jin finished speaking, all eyes turned to Lee Joon, including Seo-yul’s bright, sparkling gaze that seemed to shine like stars. “Why is everyone looking at me?” Lee Joon asked, feeling awkward as he noticed the intense scrutiny. He cleared his throat, trying to divert their attention,…
Additional Side Story (1) With the morning sunlight streaming in, Lee Joon half-opened his eyes and instinctively pulled Eunchae closer, even though she was already nestled in his arms. He tightened his embrace, pressing his face into the soft curve of her neck. “Hmmm…” A satisfied, lazy sigh escaped his lips as he closed…
Side Story (10) It was a perfect spring day. Lee Joon’s expression hardened the moment he received Chief Kwon’s report during a meeting. “When did they leave?” “About an hour ago.” Kwon replied, checking his watch. “And you’re only telling me now?” “They didn’t want to worry you, so they completed the admission process…
Side Story (09) Christmas Eve. The art world had its eyes on the special exhibition at Geumyoung Gallery. Titled ‘Henri Sarr’s Second World Exhibition’, it was no surprise that it attracted a lot of attention. Crowds flocked to the exhibition from the very first day, and the spotlight naturally fell on Eunchae, who had…
Side Story (08) As autumn settled in, the mornings and evenings grew noticeably chilly. With time passing, Eunchae’s body had become heavier with her pregnancy. “Do you really need to keep working?” Lee Joon asked, furrowing his brow as he watched Eunchae get ready for work. His expression was full of concern, his eyebrows…