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 fleeting moment, as Joon Su continued to wipe her hair, Jiho's expression softened imperceptibly.
A glimmer of vulnerability shone through the facade of indifference, a silent invitation to embrace the uncertainty and possibility that lay ahead.
Jiho suddenly grabbed Joon Su's wrist, causing him to startle. His eyes widened in surprise, instinctively looking down at Jiho, whose face was bowed.
Joon Su knew Jiho hated physical contact, especially sudden or uninvited touches. This unexpected action from her sent a wave of confusion and concern through him.
As he observed her more closely, he noticed a pained expression etched across her features.
Her brows were furrowed, and her lips were pressed into a tight line, as if she was struggling to hold back a torrent of emotions.
Joon Su's heart ached at the sight, his own hand frozen in midair, unsure whether to pull away or reach out.