After the betrayal by her family and being killed by her blood-related mother, Jiho closed her eyes, seeking an end to her suffering while already ensured to mess their life after she peacefully slept. However, when she opened them again, she found herself in a white room facing her dead master. "You have broken your promise, so as your punishment, you must live in another world until I am satisfied," he declared. Upon reopening her eyes, Jiho found herself in an ancient-looking room, and what was even more shocking was that it was an ABO-type world. In this world, aside from men and women, there were individuals who appeared more delicate than men but could give birth refered as mer. Jiho who hates relationship. What a peculiar fate awaited her?
In that moment, it didn't matter if anyone else understood Jiho's intentions or not; Mer Chu had read between the lines.
Her promise of respect echoed in his mind, starkly contrasting with the warmth and affection he had hoped for in their marriage.
The weight of her words settled heavily on his shoulders, a silent acknowledgment of the limitations their union would hold.
Jiho took a deep breath, steadying herself. Without another glance at Mer Chu, she walked past him, her steps firm and unyielding.
Each step felt heavier, as if the weight of their fractured relationship bore down on her.
Her eyes remained fixed ahead, refusing to look back, her expression a mask of determination that concealed the storm of emotions within.
As Jiho's figure receded, Mer Chu's knees buckled beneath him. He sank to the ground, the force of his grief pulling him down.
Tears streamed unchecked down his cheeks, glistening in the dim light.