Chapter 2: Quiet Admiration

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Title: Scarlet Heart

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Chapter 1: The New Chairman

Kim Yura was known for her unwavering kindness and her gentle yet distant demeanor in the office. She kept herself busy, always helping her colleagues but never getting too close. She was a professional in every sense, yet her quiet warmth made her stand out. However, she never let her emotions rule her, remaining calm and focused no matter the situation.

One day, the company buzzed with news—the chairman had retired, and his son, Ru Shi, was taking over the company. Ru Shi was cold, stoic, and seemed unapproachable, with a reputation for being harsh in business. When he entered the office for the first time, his presence commanded attention. But when his eyes met Yura’s, something shifted in him. Unlike the rest of the employees who eagerly sought his favor, Yura simply offered him a polite smile and returned to her work.

Ru Shi found himself strangely drawn to her. Her calmness in the face of his intimidating aura intrigued him, and over time, he began noticing every little thing about her—the way she always helped her colleagues, her gentle voice, and the way she kept a professional distance from everyone. He started thinking of ways to get closer to her.

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Chapter 2: Quiet Admiration

Ru Shi couldn’t get Yura out of his head. Every day, he found excuses to approach her—asking her for help with simple tasks, giving her opportunities to work on important projects, even walking past her desk just to catch a glimpse of her. But Yura never seemed to notice his intentions. She remained polite but distant, focused solely on her work. Her kindness never faltered, and her calm demeanor captivated him more and more.

Ru Shi wasn’t used to being ignored. In the world of business, people always vied for his attention. But Yura’s disinterest in his status made him want her even more. He began to think of ways to make her his, secretly planning how he could win her over.

But one evening, as he left the office, he saw something that shattered his carefully laid plans.


Ru Shi was in his car, ready to leave, when he saw Yura standing outside with another man. She smiled in a way he had never seen before—a smile filled with warmth and affection. The man reached out and took her hand, and Ru Shi’s heart sank as he realized this was her boyfriend.

For the first time in his life, Ru Shi felt powerless. He had built his entire world on control and precision, yet here he was, watching the woman he had been quietly falling for share a life with someone else. He watched as the man leaned down and kissed Yura’s forehead, her face lighting up in response. She was clearly in love.

Ru Shi’s chest tightened with jealousy and frustration. How could someone like Yura be with another man? He wanted her. He needed her. But there she was, happy with someone else, leaving him to simmer in his growing obsession.

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