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Episode 1: The Wedding That Never Was

Episode 1: The Wedding That Never Was

Scene: A grand wedding hall, adorned with golden drapes and cascading white roses. Hundreds of high-profile guests chatter softly, glancing at their watches as the ceremony is delayed. The sound of a string quartet plays in the background.

Guest 1: (whispering) "Where’s the bride? The Min family doesn’t tolerate tardiness."

Guest 2: (nodding) "Especially on a day this important. Yoongi is the richest man in the world. Everyone’s watching this wedding."

At the altar, Yoongi, dressed in an immaculate white suit, stood motionless. His eyes were fixed on the entrance, his jaw clenched in frustration. Despite his outward calm, his mind was a storm.

Yoongi: (thinking) Liza, where are you? You promised me you wouldn’t run.

Liza, his girlfriend of two years, had captured his heart—or so he thought. She was the embodiment of everything he believed he wanted: stunning, confident, and charismatic. Yoongi had proposed to her despite whispers from his family and close friends.

Jin (Yoongi’s best man): (leaning in) "She’s late, Yoongi. You sure she’s coming?"

Yoongi: (curtly) "Of course, she’s coming. Liza wouldn’t do this to me."

But deep down, a gnawing doubt began to creep in.

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Flashback: A week earlier, Yoongi and Liza argue in his penthouse.

Yoongi: (angrily) "What do you mean you’re having second thoughts? The invitations are out. The entire world knows about this wedding!"

Liza: (calmly, sipping her wine) "Relax, Yoongi. I just feel...overwhelmed. It’s a big step, you know?"

Yoongi: (softening) "I understand, but you don’t have to be scared. I’ll take care of you, always."

Liza: (smirking) "I know you will."

Liza’s smile had eased his worries then, but now, standing at the altar with no bride in sight, Yoongi felt the full weight of uncertainty.

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Scene: The wedding hall, 45 minutes later.

A murmur rippled through the crowd as one of Yoongi’s assistants approached him with a worried expression.

Assistant: (nervously) "Sir, we’ve searched the entire venue. Ms. Liza...she’s not here."

Yoongi’s heart sank. His worst fear had come true.

Yoongi: (growling) "She wouldn’t just leave. Someone must have scared her away."

His gaze shifted to the Min family, seated in the front row. His father’s stern expression revealed his disappointment, but it was his mother who spoke up.

Mrs. Min: "This is a disgrace, Yoongi. Do something before the media gets wind of this."

Yoongi: (thinking) How could she do this to me?

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Scene: Yoongi storms into his private lounge, his anger boiling over. His father follows him, speaking firmly.

Mr. Min: "We need to act quickly. This humiliation will ruin our family’s reputation. I have a solution."

Yoongi turned, his eyes blazing.

Yoongi: "A solution? What kind of solution? The bride is gone!"

Mr. Min: "Jimin."

Yoongi blinked, caught off guard.

Yoongi: "Jimin? Who?"

Mr. Min: "Park Jimin. The daughter of our old friends. She’s here today as a guest, and she’s willing to marry you. It’s the only way to salvage this disaster."

Yoongi laughed bitterly.

Yoongi: "You can’t be serious. I don’t even know her. And you think she’s just conveniently available? She must be after our money."

Mr. Min: (firmly) "She’s not like that. Jimin’s family is struggling, yes, but she’s a kind and decent woman. We don’t have time for your doubts."

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Scene: Jimin’s perspective. She sits nervously in a side room, her hands trembling as her parents explain the situation.

Mrs. Park: "Jimin, this is an opportunity to help our family. The Min family needs this, and so do we."

Jimin: (hesitant) "But marrying someone I don’t know? Isn’t that...wrong?"

Mr. Park: "Sometimes, life doesn’t give us choices. Yoongi may seem cold, but he’s a good man. And this isn’t about love—it’s about duty."

Jimin took a deep breath, her heart pounding. She wasn’t naive. She knew this decision would change her life forever.

Jimin: (softly) "If it helps both our families, I’ll do it."

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Scene: The hurried wedding ceremony, hours later.

The guests were confused but curious as Yoongi stood at the altar again, this time with Jimin by his side. She wore a simple white dress, her beauty understated yet striking.

Guest 1: (whispering) "Who is she? She’s not Liza."

Guest 2: "The Min family is keeping this under wraps. Look at Yoongi—he’s furious."

Yoongi barely looked at Jimin as the officiant began the ceremony. His mind was consumed with thoughts of Liza and anger at the situation.

Yoongi: (thinking) This is all Jimin’s fault. She must have known this would happen. She’s probably been waiting for this chance.

As the officiant declared them husband and wife, Jimin turned to Yoongi, hoping for a small sign of acceptance. Instead, he walked away without a word.

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Scene: That night, Jimin sits alone in her new bedroom. Yoongi is in his office, drinking heavily.

Yoongi: (to himself, bitterly) "Liza left because of her. She ruined everything."

Meanwhile, Jimin stared at her reflection in the mirror, tears streaming down her face.

Jimin: (thinking) What have I gotten myself into?

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To Be Continued...

This episode sets the stage for a tense and emotional journey, introducing Yoongi’s anger and mistrust, Jimin’s quiet resilience, and the tangled web of deceit surrounding their lives.

Episode 2: A Marriage of Strangers

Episode 2: A Marriage of Strangers

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Scene: Morning at the Min mansion. Yoongi and Jimin's first breakfast as husband and wife.

Jimin walked into the dining room cautiously, her hands nervously clasping the hem of her dress. The table was lavishly set with an array of breakfast dishes, but the tension in the air was palpable. Yoongi sat at the head of the table, sipping his coffee without acknowledging her presence.

Jimin: (softly) "Good morning."

Yoongi didn’t look up.

Yoongi: (coldly) "Don’t expect a response every time you speak. We’re not here to play house."

Jimin’s smile faltered, but she pulled out a chair and sat down quietly.

Jimin: (thinking) He’s hurt. I just have to be patient.

The butler entered, pouring fresh juice into Jimin’s glass, but Yoongi’s sharp voice cut through the silence.

Yoongi: "Tell the staff they don’t need to go out of their way for her."

The butler froze, unsure how to respond, before nodding silently and leaving the room.

Jimin looked down at her plate, her appetite gone.

Jimin: (calmly) "I know you’re angry, Yoongi, but I didn’t ask for this either. I’m just trying to make the best of it."

Yoongi finally looked up, his eyes filled with disdain.

Yoongi: "Don’t pretend to be innocent. Women like you always have an angle. You’ve been waiting for this chance to trap me."

Jimin’s eyes widened at the accusation, but before she could respond, Yoongi stood abruptly and left the room.

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Scene: Later that day, Jimin explores the mansion.

Jimin wandered the halls of the massive mansion, marveling at its grandeur. The marble floors, crystal chandeliers, and priceless artwork were intimidating, but she refused to let the cold atmosphere break her spirit.

She stumbled upon a library, its walls lined with shelves of books. Her eyes lit up as she ran her fingers along the spines, finding solace in the quiet space.

Jimin: (thinking) At least there’s one place here that feels peaceful.

As she reached for a book, she heard a voice behind her.

Yoongi: "You don’t belong here."

Startled, Jimin turned to find Yoongi standing in the doorway, his arms crossed.

Jimin: (gently) "I was just looking around. I didn’t mean to intrude."

Yoongi: "You’ve already intruded on my life. Why stop at my library?"

Jimin sighed, closing the book and placing it back on the shelf.

Jimin: "I don’t know what Liza told you about me, but I’m not here to hurt you, Yoongi. I just want to do my part."

Yoongi’s jaw tightened at the mention of Liza.

Yoongi: "Don’t ever say her name again."

Jimin flinched at the venom in his voice but nodded silently.

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Scene: Jimin starts volunteering at the local children’s shelter.

Unable to bear the suffocating atmosphere of the mansion, Jimin found solace at a nearby children’s shelter. She spent her afternoons playing with the kids, helping with homework, and cooking meals.

One evening, as she was leaving the shelter, she ran into Yoongi, who had arrived to pick up a donation check.

Yoongi: (surprised) "What are you doing here?"

Jimin: (smiling softly) "I volunteer here. It’s something I’ve always done."

Yoongi frowned, confused by her sincerity.

Yoongi: "Why? You’re married to the richest man in the world. You don’t need to waste your time on this."

Jimin: (gently) "Not everything is about money, Yoongi. These kids need someone to care about them. That’s more important than anything else."

For the first time, Yoongi didn’t have a sharp retort. He watched as Jimin knelt to tie a little boy’s shoe, her kindness shining through.

Yoongi: (thinking) Maybe she’s not what I thought she was.

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Scene: Liza returns.

The scene shifts to a high-end restaurant. Liza, dressed in a sleek black dress, sits across from an older man, her charm on full display.

Liza: (smiling) "Thank you for the business tips, Mr. Choi. It’s always a pleasure."

As the man leaves, Liza’s smile fades. She pulls out her phone and dials a number.

Liza: "It’s time. I’m going back to him."

The person on the other end hesitates.

Voice: "You sure about this, Liza? Yoongi’s married now."

Liza: (smirking) "That little charity case won’t last. Yoongi belongs to me, and I’ll make sure he remembers that."

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Scene: Back at the mansion.

That night, Jimin returned home exhausted but content. She found Yoongi waiting for her in the living room, a rare occurrence.

Yoongi: (curtly) "You were out late."

Jimin: (calmly) "I was at the shelter. I told the housekeeper to inform you."

Yoongi didn’t respond, instead handing her a file.

Yoongi: "Sign this."

Jimin: (confused) "What is it?"

Yoongi: "A prenuptial agreement. I didn’t have time to arrange it before the wedding, but I want it in place now. It states you get nothing if this marriage ends."

Jimin’s heart sank, but she didn’t let it show.

Jimin: (firmly) "I don’t want your money, Yoongi. I never did."

She signed the papers without hesitation, handing them back to him. Yoongi was taken aback but didn’t show it.

Yoongi: (thinking) Why is she so willing?

As Jimin turned to leave, Yoongi’s phone buzzed. He glanced at the screen, and his eyes widened. It was a message from Liza:

"I’m back. Let’s talk."

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To Be Continued...

This episode deepens the tension between Yoongi and Jimin, hints at Yoongi’s internal conflict, and sets the stage for Liza’s manipulative return.

Episode 3: Shadows of the Past

Episode 3: Shadows of the Past

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Scene: Morning at the Min mansion.

Jimin walked down the grand staircase, her steps hesitant. She had spent another sleepless night replaying Yoongi’s cold words. As she reached the dining room, she noticed Yoongi sitting at the table, reading his phone with a scowl on his face.

Jimin: (softly) "Good morning."

Yoongi didn’t reply, his focus fixed on his screen. Jimin sighed and sat down, determined to not let his silence affect her.

The butler served her breakfast, and just as she picked up her fork, Yoongi’s phone buzzed. He glanced at the screen, and his expression shifted—cold, distant, but with a hint of something else.

Yoongi: (muttering) "She’s back."

Jimin looked up, confused.

Jimin: "Who’s back?"

Yoongi didn’t answer. Instead, he stood abruptly, grabbing his suit jacket.

Yoongi: (without looking at her) "Don’t wait up for me."

He left, leaving Jimin alone once again.

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Scene: A luxury café in downtown Seoul.

Yoongi entered the café, his presence commanding attention. At a corner table sat Liza, dressed impeccably in a red designer dress, her signature smirk playing on her lips.

Liza: (smiling) "Yoongi. You look...tense."

Yoongi sat down, his gaze hard.

Yoongi: "What do you want, Liza?"

Liza: (feigning innocence) "Can’t I just miss you? We have a history, Yoongi. Don’t tell me you’ve forgotten."

Yoongi: "You left me at the altar. There’s no ‘we’ anymore."

Liza reached across the table, her manicured hand brushing against his.

Liza: (softly) "I made a mistake, Yoongi. I wasn’t ready then, but I am now. I came back because I realized you’re the only man I’ve ever loved."

Yoongi’s jaw tightened, his emotions conflicted.

Yoongi: "I’m married now."

Liza leaned back, her smirk returning.

Liza: "To a girl who doesn’t even belong in your world. Be honest, Yoongi. Do you really think she’s capable of being by your side? She’s not me."

Yoongi said nothing, her words cutting deeper than he wanted to admit.

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Scene: Jimin at the shelter.

At the children’s shelter, Jimin sat on the floor surrounded by kids, her laughter filling the room. She had found solace here, a place where her kindness was appreciated and her heart felt lighter.

One of the staff members approached her with a warm smile.

Staff Member: "You’re amazing with them, Jimin. They adore you."

Jimin: (smiling) "They give me more than I could ever give them."

As the day ended, Jimin stepped outside, the cool evening breeze brushing against her face. She paused to look up at the sky, finding comfort in the stars.

Jimin: (thinking) Maybe this is enough for me. Even if Yoongi never sees me for who I really am, I’ll keep doing what I can.

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Scene: Night at the Min mansion.

Yoongi returned home late, his tie loosened and his expression unreadable. He found Jimin in the library, a book resting in her lap as she dozed off on the couch.

For a moment, Yoongi just stood there, watching her. The soft light illuminated her face, and she looked peaceful, unlike the storm of emotions he always carried.

Yoongi: (thinking) Why does she look so...content?

As he turned to leave, Jimin stirred awake.

Jimin: (groggily) "Yoongi? Is everything okay?"

He hesitated, then shook his head.

Yoongi: "Go to bed. You don’t belong here."

Jimin bit her lip, the sting of his words clear, but she nodded and quietly left the room.

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Scene: Liza’s plan begins.

At her penthouse, Liza sat on her couch, a glass of wine in hand. Her phone buzzed, and she picked it up with a satisfied smirk.

Liza: (to herself) "Perfect timing."

She opened the message, a photo of Jimin at the children’s shelter. Attached was a note: “Yoongi will find this interesting.”

Liza dialed a number.

Liza: "Send it to him. Make sure he believes she’s hiding something."

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Scene: The next morning.

Jimin woke to the sound of Yoongi shouting downstairs. She hurried to the living room, where Yoongi stood, holding his phone with a furious expression.

Yoongi: "What is this, Jimin?"

He shoved the phone toward her, showing the photo of her at the shelter, accompanied by a fabricated story claiming she was using the children to gain sympathy and donations for herself.

Jimin: (shocked) "I...I don’t know where this came from! That’s not true!"

Yoongi: (coldly) "Of course, it isn’t. You’re just so innocent, aren’t you?"

Jimin: (pleading) "Yoongi, you have to believe me. I would never—"

Yoongi: "Save it, Jimin. I’ve heard enough lies to last a lifetime."

He stormed out, leaving Jimin standing there, tears streaming down her face.

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Scene: Yoongi meets Liza again.

Later that day, Yoongi met Liza at her request. She played her part perfectly, feigning concern.

Liza: "I didn’t want to show you this, Yoongi, but I thought you should know. Jimin isn’t who she seems."

She handed him more photos and fake documents, painting Jimin as a manipulative opportunist.

Yoongi: (furious) "She’s been playing me this whole time."

Liza: (smirking inwardly) "I just want you to be happy, Yoongi. You deserve someone who truly loves you."

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To Be Continued...

This episode intensifies the conflict, with Liza sowing seeds of doubt in Yoongi’s mind while Jimin faces his growing mistrust. Will Yoongi realize the truth before it’s too late? Or will Liza succeed in tearing them apart?

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