Jennie Kim and Lalisa Manoban's paths were always meant to cross, bound by a promise between their families that they would one day marry to secure both their business empires. But when the day arrives, Jennie—a cold, high-profile CEO used to controlling her life—is uneasy with the arrangement. She's known about Lisa for years, finding her strange and unsettling, especially after learning Lisa is intersex, a truth Jennie can't quite reconcile with her own expectations and comfort zone.
Lisa, an introverted and mysterious businesswoman, has always kept to herself, shying away from gatherings and confiding only in her best friend, Rosé. What Jennie doesn't realize, however, is that Lisa has quietly admired her from afar, captivated by Jennie's strength and charisma in ways she never shared. Though Lisa's feelings are deeply private, her subtle kindness, reserved presence, and quiet understanding begin to soften Jennie's initial discomfort, creating an unspoken bond.
As they share a home and their lives intertwine, Jennie finds herself unexpectedly intrigued by Lisa's gentle gestures and starts seeing the person behind the mystery. Lisa's thoughtfulness, though often unnoticed by others, catches Jennie's attention and stirs something in her. The discomfort Jennie once felt about Lisa's identity and introversion fades as she realizes her assumptions don't match the quiet strength Lisa truly holds.
Jennie, who entered the marriage with a plan to simply wait out their two-year contract, begins to see her feelings shifting in surprising ways. Her guarded heart finds itself drawn to Lisa in a way that startles her, as her initial reluctance turns into a growing attachment she struggles to hide. While Lisa's crush on Jennie remains lowkey and understated, Jennie soon finds herself yearning for more, discovering her feelings have deepened far more than she ever anticipated.
In this "Lisa fell first, but Jennie fell harder" tale, the slow-burning attraction between them grows amidst secrets and misunderstandings. Will Jennie's transformation lead to something lasting, or will they both let go at the end of their contract, leaving a bittersweet memory behind?
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The Quiet Contract
FanficForced into an arranged marriage to secure their families' alliance, CEO Jennie Kim and introverted businesswoman Lalisa Manoban are strangers bound by duty. While Jennie is unsettled by Lisa's quiet presence and hidden admiration, her cold resolve...
