Ruby(Red 2) JC [Revised]

27: Scarlet Ties

Minjun's hands trembled as he clutched the paper, his eyes scanning the damning words before him. "No relative found..." The words echoed in his mind, sending shockwaves of disbelief coursing through him.

"Jeonghan is not my son? What nonsense are you speaking, young lady?!" Minjun's voice rose with each word, his disbelief giving way to anger as he confronted Aerin.

Aerin's smile was short-lived, replaced by a mischievous grin as she handed him the incriminating evidence. "I may be speaking nonsense, but these test reports..." Her words trailed off, leaving an ominous silence in their wake.

Minjun's heart sank as he poured over the paper, the truth laid bare before him in black and white. "All these years..." His voice faltered, a sense of betrayal gnawing at him as the weight of Aerin's revelation settled over him.

Jeonghan, his beloved son, was not his flesh and blood. The realization struck him like a physical blow, leaving him reeling with a mixture of shock and betrayal.

"Jeonghan and his mother have been lying to me?" The words escaped Minjun's lips in a hushed whisper, disbelief coloring his tone as he grappled with the harsh truth.

Aerin's grin widened, a glint of satisfaction dancing in her eyes. "Yes, Mr. Yoon. For your wealth and luxury," she confirmed, her tone dripping with vindication.

As Minjun's world crumbled around him, he couldn't help but feel a sense of profound loss. The son he had loved and cherished was now a stranger, and the woman he had trusted with his heart had betrayed him in the cruelest of ways.

In that moment, Minjun realized that his life would never be the same again. The foundation of trust and love upon which he had built his family had been shattered, leaving behind a hollow emptiness that no amount of wealth or luxury could fill.

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As Mingyu and Wonwoo exchanged vows, sealing their love in a sacred bond, the passage of time felt both fleeting and monumental. A year had whisked by in the blink of an eye, yet the journey they had embarked upon together had transformed their lives in ways they could have never imagined.

In the bustling city of Los Angeles, Mingyu and Wonwoo had forged a new life together. Wonwoo had found fulfillment in his role as a newspaper editor, his passion for storytelling shining through in every article he penned. Meanwhile, Mingyu had continued to dazzle the world with his modeling career, each photoshoot a testament to his undeniable charisma and charm.

But amidst the glitz and glamour of their newfound success, a shadow loomed over Mingyu's happiness. His father's harsh judgment and subsequent disownment had left a bitter taste in his mouth, a constant reminder of the sacrifices he had made for the sake of love.

Gone were the days when Mingyu had to hide his true feelings, forced to conform to society's expectations. With Wonwoo by his side, he had found the courage to embrace his identity and live his truth, consequences be damned.

As they stood before their friends and family, Mingyu and Wonwoo felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude for the love and support that surrounded them. Jeonghan's heartfelt words echoed in their ears, a reminder of the bonds that tied them together.

"Finally, you guys are married. Congratulations to my precious babies," Jeonghan whispered, his embrace a comforting embrace amidst the sea of congratulatory cheers.

Seokmin's exuberant proclamation shattered the moment, his voice ringing out above the din of the crowd. "Now let's go and have a nice reception party!" he exclaimed, his enthusiasm infectious.