Chapter Sixty-three: Bound by Love.

The morning after Min Jun had made his decision, the atmosphere in their apartment felt lighter. There was a quiet, unspoken relief that hung in the air, like a gentle breeze after a storm. Soo Jeon stood by the window, gazing at the city below, her thoughts lingering on the difficult conversations they had shared in the past few days.

Min Jun stepped up behind her, wrapping his arms around her waist, resting his chin on her shoulder. "How are you feeling?" he asked softly.

Soo Jeon leaned into his embrace, a small smile playing on her lips. "Lighter. It feels like we can finally breathe again."

He nodded, pressing a kiss to her temple. "I feel the same way. I know it wasn't easy, but I'm glad we made this decision together."

She turned in his arms, looking up into his warm brown eyes. "Thank you for choosing us, Min Jun. It means everything to me."

"I'll always choose us, Soo Jeon," he said with a gentle sincerity that made her heart swell. "I thought maybe we could celebrate tonight. Just the two of us."

Soo Jeon's smile brightened at the suggestion. "That sounds perfect. What did you have in mind?"

Min Jun grinned, a playful glint in his eyes. "It's a surprise. But I promise, it'll be something you won't forget."

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Later that evening, Soo Jeon returned home to find their apartment transformed. Soft, ambient lighting illuminated the room, and the smell of her favorite dishes wafted through the air. A beautifully set table sat in the center of the room, candles flickering gently. Min Jun stood near the kitchen, dressed casually but with a warm, loving smile on his face as he plated the food.

"Wow, Min Jun," Soo Jeon gasped as she stepped into the room. "This is beautiful."

He walked over to her, taking her hands and leading her to the table. "You deserve this and so much more. Tonight, we're celebrating us — everything we've overcome, and everything we'll build together."

As they sat down to eat, the mood was relaxed, but there was an underlying depth to the evening. They talked about their dreams, their future, and the vision they had for their marriage. Min Jun shared his ideas of how he wanted to continue growing his career without compromising their relationship.

"I've been thinking about taking on projects that will allow me to stay local for a while," he said between bites of dinner. "There's so much I can do here, and it'll give us the stability we need."

Soo Jeon nodded thoughtfully. "I love that idea. It's important for us to create a balance. I want us to grow in our careers, but also to keep this — what we have — strong."

They spoke about the future in more detail than they ever had before. Min Jun brought up the idea of starting a family in the next few years, something they both wanted but had never fully discussed.

"I've always pictured us having a family," Min Jun said, his voice soft. "A home full of love and happiness."

Soo Jeon's heart fluttered at the thought. "I've imagined the same thing. I want to build that with you, Min Jun."

The evening passed with quiet laughter, tender glances, and shared dreams. As they cleared the dishes and moved to the couch, Min Jun pulled Soo Jeon into his arms, holding her close. They sat in comfortable silence, their hearts aligned after the emotional storm they had weathered.

"I feel like we've turned a new page," Soo Jeon said softly, her head resting on his chest.

"We have," Min Jun agreed, running his fingers gently through her hair. "And I know we can handle anything that comes our way, as long as we face it together."

The peace of that moment lingered, filling their hearts with hope for what lay ahead. They had made it through difficult decisions and doubts, and now they were ready for this new chapter — one filled with love, partnership, and dreams waiting to be fulfilled.