Chapter 1

Y/N is stuck in a toxic relationship that's slowly draining the life out of her. Her boyfriend's words cut deeper than any blade, and the bruises he leaves aren't always visible. Day by day, Y/N loses pieces of herself, convinced that this is what love is supposed to look like-controlling, jealous, and suffocating.

But everything begins to shift the day she meets Heeseung-kind, gentle, and effortlessly charming. With one smile, he sees past the mask she wears and reminds her of the person she used to be. As their paths continue to cross, Y/N finds herself caught between the familiar chaos of her current relationship and the quiet, healing comfort Heeseung offers.