Sim Jaehyun

Yang Wonyoung was born into one of Japan’s wealthiest and most respected families,living in a magnificent traditional Japanese mansion surrounded by beautiful gardens, koi ponds, and cherry blossom trees.Her father adored her,especially after her mother’s death,while her elegant stepmother secretly resented her,and her younger half-sister envied the countless marriage proposals Wonyoung received. Wonyoung was breathtakingly beautiful, with long, silky dark hair,delicate features, and captivating eyes.Despite her privileged upbringing, she was gentle, humble, and kind. Sometimes she wore exquisite silk kimonos with intricate floral patterns, while on other days she preferred simple tops, tailored trousers, and comfortable shoes. She loved exploring Tokyo’s neon-lit streets,visiting little shops, and enjoying food from street vendors.Yet behind her beauty lay a painful secret:she suffered from a serious heart condition,and her future was uncertain.Her father desperately wanted her to experience genuine love before her time ran out—not for wealth or status, but to know what it meant to love someone and be loved in return.Her only true companion was Ren,her devoted bodyguard,whose bond with her resembled that of siblings.One day, after spending time with her father,Wonyoung ventured into Tokyo with Ren to find a beautiful vase for her flowers.Wearing an elegant top and tailored trousers, she wandered through a traditional pottery shop filled with delicate ceramics.When Ren briefly left to run an errand,Wonyoung noticed three unfamiliar men watching her. Before she could react, one approached her.When Ren returned,Wonyoung had disappeared,leaving shattered porcelain scattered across the wooden floor.Meanwhile,Wonyoung slowly regained consciousness in a dark chamber with weathered wooden walls,barred windows,and eerie red and green lights. A cloth was tied over her mouth, and her wrists were restrained. Beyond the bars, several men stood their faces unable to be seen.