Romance

But upon reaching the noble houses, Roo-kyung was crushed. He discovered that Soo-jin had been married off to a wealthy lord. Roo-kyung had missed his chance. Anger boiled inside him, and he felt a deep emptiness. Instead of pursuing love, he followed greed. He started working as an official, using his new appearance to gain power and wealth. Years passed, and Roo-kyung climbed the ranks in the king’s court. He had everything a man could desire: riches, fine clothes, and respect. However, his heart was empty. He never felt true happiness. His thoughts often drifted back to Soo-jin, now a lady in a distant castle. He wondered if she was happy with her life. One day, while attending a grand feast, Roo-kyung caught sight of a young woman at the edge of the banquet hall. She looked nothing like Soo-jin, yet something in her eyes stirred memories he thought were long buried. Because of his magic no one saw his demon patterns but you.