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Purbasha's life was a loop she could recite in her sleep-wake up, rush to the pet hospital, manage everything from barking puppies to grumpy cat owners, and endure her boss's constant scolding. Her boss was the kind of man who could find fault in sunshine. She had learned to smile through it, but inside, she was tired. Her only escape was her dream: to travel the world. And ever since 9th grade, she had been a devoted BTS fan, with a soft spot for V-but truthfully, she loved them all equally. Whenever stress threatened to drown her, she would put on her headphones and play the Arirang track, letting the music carry her somewhere far away.
One day, after weeks of pleading, she finally wrangled a 10-day leave from her boss. Her destination? South Korea. She booked a small hotel in Seoul, her heart buzzing with excitement. Years of watching K-dramas and Chinese dramas had filled her with a list of wishes-try authentic Korean street food, sip soju under neon lights, and maybe, just maybe, stumble into a moment straight out of a drama.
On her first night, she ventured into a local market. The streets were dimly lit, the air thick with the scent of sizzling meat and sweet pastries. She was halfway through the crowd when she accidentally bumped into a group of rough-looking men. Their eyes followed her, and a chill ran down her spine. When they began trailing her, panic set in.
Then, out of the shadows, she saw him-a tall man in a black outfit, mask, and cap. Without thinking, she hurried to him and whispered urgently, "Please, pretend to be my boyfriend. Some people are following me."
He didn't speak, just gave a small nod. She grabbed the moment and said loudly, "Baby, you're so late!" He placed a steady hand on her shoulder and guided her away, his silence oddly comforting.
After a few minutes, she exhaled in relief. "My name's Purbasha. I'm from India. I'm a pet doctor. Today's my first day in Korea, and I just wanted to try local ........