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Kim Sung Jae, a 27-year-old man, was facing challenges in his work and life but remained determined not to give up. One day, a tragic accident occurred where he drowned in a lake, only to awaken in the year 1474. To his surprise, he found himself in the body of a man named Hyun Sik, living during the reign of King Sang Woo. Unbeknownst to Sung Jae, Hyun Sik and the king were known lovers. King Sang Woo had a fearsome reputation, widely known as the "king of blood" due to his brutal and ruthless rule. Sung Jae, now inhabiting Hyun Sik's body, was unaware of this complex relationship. He struggles to navigate this unfamiliar time, unaware of the expectations placed on Hyun Sik by the king. As he tries to understand his new reality, the dark and oppressive atmosphere of the kingdom looms over him. Sung Jae must now find a way to survive in this brutal era while uncovering the secrets of Hyun Sik's life. His journey becomes a struggle between adapting to his new identity and finding a way back to his own time.

Whisper of the past

Byeong Cheol left Sung Jae's house in a rush and quickly made his way into the forest, arriving at a hidden location. He knocked, and a familiar voice called out, "Come in." Inside, Sang Min greeted him. "So, did you win Sung Jae's heart?" Sang Min demanded, slamming his hand on the table. Byeong Cheol replied, "Not yet, sir. But it looks like he and Sang Woo are getting closer again." Furious, Sang Min struck him. "You had one job, and you're failing!" he shouted. Byeong Cheol, lowering his head, responded, "I'm sorry, Your Highness. I won't fail you again."

Meanwhile, back at Sung Jae's house, he and Sang Woo awoke to find themselves in each other's arms. Startled, Sung Jae quickly pushed Sang Woo away and noticed Byeong Cheol was already gone. As Sang Woo drifted back to sleep, Sung Jae began preparing breakfast.

When Sang Woo woke up and saw food on the table, Sung Jae curtly said, "Eat, then leave." Sang Woo ignored the instruction and stayed, prompting Sung Jae to ask, "Why are you still here?" Sang Woo replied, "Push me away if you want, but I'm not leaving. I'll stay by your side, even if you don't love me anymore, even if you're not the Hyun Sik I knew." Shocked, Sung Jae replied, "I'm not Hyun Sik. I don't even know who you are!" Sang Woo gently held his face and said, "I know you're not him, but you have his body. It's my duty to protect the one I love."

The next day, while Sung Jae was on his way to visit his uncle's workplace, someone suddenly covered his eyes, catching him off guard.

Chapter 6: "Can fate be trusted?"