The Empire (Underworld 3) MW

5: Between the Gangs

The decision to be together wasn't without its challenges. Hana had to break the news to Wonwoo, and it was one of the hardest things she'd ever done.

"Wonwoo, I need to talk to you," Hana said, her voice shaking as she sat across from him in their living room.

Wonwoo looked up, his eyes filled with worry. "What is it, Hana?"

"I... I can't marry you," Hana said, tears streaming down her face. "I'm so sorry, but I've realized that we're just too different. I've fallen for someone else."

The words hung in the air, and Wonwoo's face fell. "Who is it?"

"It's Mingyu," Hana admitted, her heart aching. "He's been there for me in ways I never expected, and I've developed feelings for him."

Wonwoo was silent for a long time, his expression a mix of pain and resignation. "I see. I can't say I'm not hurt, but I want you to be happy, Hana. If Mingyu is the one who can make you happy, then I won't stand in your way."

Hana's heart broke at his words, but she knew that this was the right decision for both of them. They spent the next few hours talking, trying to part on amicable terms. It wasn't easy, but they both knew that it was for the best.

With the past behind her, Hana focused on building her future with Mingyu. They spent their days exploring the city, going on adventures, and discovering new things about each other. Mingyu's talents never ceased to amaze Hana, and she found herself falling more in love with him every day.

One evening, as they sat in a quiet park, Mingyu pulled out a small notebook and handed it to Hana.

"What's this?" she asked, opening it.

"It's a collection of my drawings," Mingyu said, smiling. "I wanted you to have it."

Hana flipped through the pages, her heart swelling with emotion. "These are beautiful, Mingyu. Thank you."

"There's something else," Mingyu said, his voice soft. "I've written a song for you."

Hana's eyes widened in surprise. "You wrote a song for me?"

Mingyu nodded, pulling out a guitar. He began to play, his voice filling the air with a melody that spoke of love, hope, and new beginnings. Hana listened, tears streaming down her face as she realized just how much Mingyu meant to her.

When the song ended, Hana leaned in and kissed Mingyu, her heart overflowing with love. "I love you, Mingyu."

"I love you too, Hana," Mingyu replied, holding her close. "And I always will."

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The tension between Wonwoo and Mingyu had been simmering beneath the surface for weeks. Ever since Hana had ended their engagement and started spending more time with Mingyu, Wonwoo's resentment had been growing. He couldn't shake the feeling that Mingyu had stolen Hana away from him, and it ate away at him day after day.

One evening, Wonwoo found himself at a local bar, nursing a drink and trying to drown out his sorrows. He had been trying to avoid Mingyu, but when he saw him walk through the door, something inside him snapped.

Mingyu spotted Wonwoo at the bar and hesitated for a moment. He knew that their relationship had become strained, but he hadn't expected things to escalate to this point. Taking a deep breath, he walked over to where Wonwoo was sitting.

"Wonwoo," Mingyu said cautiously, "can we talk?"

Wonwoo turned to him, his eyes blazing with anger. "What do you want to talk about, Mingyu? How you stole Hana from me?"