Beneath The Glitter

The next day, Hoon called Masika and her grandmother, letting them know he had arrived safely, although feeling tired. They were relieved and happy to hear from him. After the call, Hoon headed to a scheduled meeting.

Meanwhile, Masika decided to utilize her time learning new things online and expanding her knowledge about the world. She continued her self-defense training and made time for her hair routine.

Every night, Hoon would call Masika before sleep, and she looked forward to these calls. After three weeks, Hoon returned from his long journey, and everyone was overjoyed.

As they spent more time together, Hoon found himself stealing kisses whenever he found Masika alone. He couldn't resist her, claiming her lips were irresistible. Masika, too, felt a strong connection, but she was still learning to navigate her emotions.

One month after bringing Masika and her grandmother to the city, Hoon decided it was time to introduce Masika to the rest of the staff.

He wanted to make her feel more at home and comfortable in her new surroundings.

As Hoon introduced Masika to the rest of the staff, a collective gasp filled the room. The staff's eyes widened in surprise, taking in Masika's striking features.

Her radiant, glittering skin tone was unlike anything they had ever seen before. Her hair, a wild tangle of curls, seemed to have a life of its own. The staff's reactions ranged from fascination to bewilderment and others collapsed because of shock.

Some of them stared openly, unsure of how to process Masika's uniqueness. Others looked away, trying to compose themselves. A few whispered to each other, no doubt speculating about Masika's origins.

Hoon's assistant, the two bodyguards, and Mrs. Kim, who had already met Masika, exchanged knowing glances. They had grown accustomed to her extraordinary appearance and were pleased to see her becoming more confident.

As the staff struggled to come to terms with Masika's presence, Hoon watched with a keen eye.

He was determined to ensure that Masika felt welcome and accepted in her new home...