POV: Ahn Min-jae
The morning sun spilled through the large windows of Min-jae's penthouse, painting the room in golden hues. The storm was over. The battle for Ahn Corporation had finally ended, and for the first time in years, Min-jae felt a sense of peace settle over him.
Ha-neul stirred beside him, her head resting on his chest. He ran his fingers through her hair, smiling as she blinked sleepily.
"Mmm… what time is it?" she mumbled.
"Too early," he whispered, pressing a kiss to her forehead.
She sighed, curling closer. "Then let's stay like this a little longer."
Min-jae closed his eyes, savoring the quiet. No threats. No betrayals. Just them.
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Seo-jin's New Beginning
POV: Seo-jin
Standing in front of Ahn Corporation's main building, Seo-jin inhaled deeply. He was finally stepping into the role he was meant for—not as a pawn in someone else's game, but as his own person.
His phone buzzed. A message from Min-jae.
Min-jae: CEO Seo-jin. Has a nice ring to it, doesn't it?
Seo-jin smirked, typing back.
Seo-jin: Don't get used to it. I'm still adjusting to being the good guy.
Min-jae's reply was instant.
Min-jae: Took you long enough.
Seo-jin chuckled, shaking his head. Maybe this was what family was supposed to feel like.
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A Promise for the Future
POV: Ha-neul
The restaurant was buzzing with warmth and laughter as everyone gathered to celebrate. Min-jae, Seo-jin, Ji-woo, and their closest friends toasted to their new lives.
Ha-neul watched Min-jae with a soft smile. He looked lighter, freer.
As the evening went on, Min-jae pulled her aside, leading her to a quiet spot overlooking the city skyline.
"I have something for you," he said, pulling out a small velvet box.
Ha-neul's breath caught as he knelt in front of her.
"Ahn Ha-neul," he said, voice steady, eyes filled with love. "We started this journey in chaos, but I want to end it with a promise. Marry me. Not because of contracts or circumstances, but because I love you."
Tears welled in her eyes.
"Yes," she whispered. "A hundred times, yes."
Min-jae slipped the ring onto her finger before pulling her into a kiss.
The past was behind them. The future was theirs to create.
And this time, it was a future built on love.
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Epilogue: Two Years Later
The Han River sparkled under the moonlight as Min-jae and Ha-neul walked hand in hand.
"You know," Min-jae said, smirking, "I still owe you a proper honeymoon."
Ha-neul laughed. "And where do you plan on taking me, Mr. CEO?"
Min-jae stopped, turning to her. "Anywhere. As long as you're with me."
She smiled, resting her forehead against his.
And under the watchful glow of the moon, they sealed their forever with a kiss.
The End.
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