Ji-Hoon made his decision.
"I'll join Alex Chen," Ji-Hoon announced.
Seung-Hyun's eyes widened. "You're making a mistake."
Ha-Young's expression turned grim. "We can't trust Alex Chen."
Ji-Hoon's resolve strengthened. "I'll protect us."
Maya's arrival stunned Ji-Hoon.
"Welcome, Ji-Hoon," Maya said. "I'm Alex Chen's niece."
Alex Chen revealed a shocking secret.
"Sophia is my sister," Alex said.
Ji-Hoon's world rocked.
"What?" Ji-Hoon exclaimed.
Alex Chen's expression turned cold. "Family is everything."
Seung-Hyun's eyes narrowed. "You're using Ji-Hoon."
Alex Chen smiled. "For the greater good."
As Ji-Hoon struggled to comprehend:
Eric's revenge intensified.
"Hye-Rim, you're next," Eric threatened.
Hye-Rim stood firm.
"I won't back down".
Maya's presence raised questions.
"Maya, what's your role in Alex Chen's plan?" Ji-Hoon asked.
Maya's smile hinted at secrets.
"I'll ensure you succeed," Maya said.
Seung-Hyun's distrust grew.
"Maya's hiding something," Seung-Hyun warned.
Ji-Hoon's unease intensified.
As tensions escalated:
Sophia's empire crumbled.
Eric's loyalty wavered.
"Sophia, I have doubts," Eric said.
Sophia's anger boiled.
"Betray me, and you'll suffer," Sophia spat.
Maya sought revenge against Alex Chen.
"For ruining my life," Maya whispered.
Ji-Hoon's allegiance shifted.
"I'll help Maya," Ji-Hoon vowed.
Seung-Hyun's eyes widened.
"Ji-Hoon, we're in this together."
The battle lines blurred.
Alliances forged and broken.
Loyalty tested.