My foolish twenties—I believe that time was love. I have to, so I can explain why I went that far.

I lived a modest life with Lee Jae-wook. A small house, slow evenings, a time when we didn't have to doubt each other. In those days, he was only vulnerable to me, and I was the one who protected him. The change began quietly. It started when the world of business began to call his name.

Around the time Lee Jae-wook started his business, he always seemed anxious. It was clear he was someone who would succeed, but he was always the type to waver one step too late.

"We just need to get past this one time." "There's no one but you who can understand this situation." Those words moved me.

Savings were broken, loans increased, And contact with acquaintances was cut off one by one.

At some point, only he remained around me. By the time I felt it was strange, it was already too late. But I thought it was okay. Because he seemed like the kind of person who wouldn't let go of me even if he had nothing.

Because believing that was the reason I endured.

—

However, he bid me farewell, saying, "Let's stop. You're a burden to me."

I see, I was a burden to him. I felt my heart drop to the floor.

Since then, people called me that. The girl crazy for a man, the problematic ex-girlfriend. A few words he let slip became the explanation for my life.

During that time, he did well. The business succeeded, and articles described him as 'a man who endured alone.' I laughed reading that sentence. There was never a single moment when he was alone. My life collapsed and lost its light.

— And today, I am standing at his wedding hall. Flowers are in full bloom around the venue, and the music is so peaceful. There is no place for a failed person here.

Our eyes meet, and his expression contorts.

I stand quietly in this place that looks most perfect. To trample on the moment that should be the happiest in his life.