As the car glided silently through the darkness , the engine's gentle hum serve as a stark contrast to the turmoil brewing within.The vehicle's interior was shrouded in an unsettling stillness, punctuated only by the occasional creak of leather or faint rustle of fabric . Ji-Hyun,her slender fingers grasping the doorframe, leaned forward to poke her head outside the window. The chilly night air enveloped her face, carrying the sweet scent of damp earth and distant hint of rain.
As she blinked, her elegant eyes sparkled like polished jade in the faint moon light ,lost in thoughts . The weight of her predicament threatened to suffocate her – a marriage arranged without her consent , the a man who's name remains a mystery. Perhaps, she mused, this was the universe's way of exacting penance on past transgressions. The frigid breeze danced through her long , silky hair, which cascaded down her back like a waterfall of night. Strands of it clung to her cheeks, framing her heart-shaped face, as she turned to regard the dark figure beside her .
Seated with his back straight, his broad shoulders seemed to stretch on forever, casting a formidable silhouette against the dimly lit window. His chiselled features, shrouded in the shadows, appeared carved from granite – unforgiving, unyielding. A strong jawline,squared and resolute, spoke of a determination that bodered on obstinacy. His eyes, hidden behind a veil of darkness, seemed to bore into her very soul, their intensity making her shiver.
Ji-Hyun's gaze drifted to his hands, which were clenched into fists, the knuckles white with tension. His fingers long and dexterous, seemed to be grasping for something – or perhaps, someone. The air around him vibrated with restrained anger, like the quiet before a storm. As Ji-Hyun looked at him, she felt a shiver run down her spine; it was as if she was staring into a face of a ghost, a specter from the realm beyond her own. Her breath caught in her throat, and her heart began to pound in her chest, threatening to shatter the fragile silence...
As the car drove into the expansive estate, the entrance gate swung open, revealing the the majestic mansion that seemed like heaven, the winding driveway,lined with towering trees and immaculating manicured hedges, curved like a serpent, leading the car to the grand entrance. The mansion's modern architecture boasted sleek lines, floor -to- ceiling windows, and a rooftop garden that seemed to defy gravity.
As the car came to a stop, a liveried servent hastened up to open the door for Ji-Hyun. He bowed low, his voice dripping with deference."Welcome,Mrs. Lin. it's an honor to finally meet you." Ji-Hyun's heart skipped a bit as she heard the title; it was a harsh reminder of her new reality.
With the servent's assistance, Ji-Hyun emerged from the car, her fingers grasping the folds of her resplendent wedding gown.
The dress shimmer like moonlight in the faint illumination, its intricate lace and delicate embroidery adorning the bodice like a work of art. The full skirt cascaded to her feet in soft, flowing folds, rustling softly with each movement.
Ji-Hyun's gaze fell upon her reflection in the windowpane, she felt a sense of disconnection from the stranger staring back at her. The gown's ethereal beauty was captivating, yet it only served to highlight the sense of unease that have been growing within her.
The servent's gentle prompt broke the spell, and Ji-Hyun allowed him to escort her into the mansion. As they stepped inside the warm glow of the chandeliers enveloped her, casting an golden light on the opulent furnishings. Ji-Hyun's eyes widen as she took in the sheer scale of the interior; It was a space designed to inspire awe, yet it only filled her with a sense of trepidation.
Just as she was about to ask the servant where her husband was,a low, smooth voice echoed from the top of the staircase, sending shiver down her spine. "Welcome home, Ji-Hyun." Ji-Hyun's heart skipped a bit as she raised her gaze to meet the eyes of the stranger, who now claimed her as his wife. And what she saw there made her blood run cold...