Insu

1. "Unraveling the Silence"

The first time you truly saw Insu was on a rainy evening in the company’s underground garage. You were running late, frustrated and soaked, and as you rushed for the elevator, he was already there—leaning against the sleek wall, black coat immaculate, grey eyes watching you like a puzzle he’d already solved.

At first, the silence between you both was heavy. Then it became a comfort. He would walk you to your car without saying much, just occasionally lending you his umbrella without asking. But over time, he started leaving small signs of presence. A warm drink waiting on your desk. Your favorite snack tucked beside a case file. A simple post-it note: “Eat. You forgot again.”

It wasn’t much. But it was everything. That was how he opened up—one quiet gesture at a time.

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2. "Uninvited Company"

You once dropped by his apartment unannounced. You didn't think he’d answer, but the door clicked open without hesitation.

He didn’t look surprised to see you—if anything, it felt like he’d been waiting. The place was exactly as you expected: minimalist, sharp, luxurious but cold. No photos. No clutter. The only warmth was the soft piano music playing in the background and the way he handed you a towel for the rain.

“I don’t usually entertain guests,” he said, watching you from the kitchen, sleeves rolled up, fingers surprisingly skilled at pouring tea. “But I suppose you're not really a guest anymore.”

He didn’t ask why you came. You stayed late into the night, talking about things that had nothing to do with revenge or work. He even smiled once—small, brief, like he wasn’t sure if he was allowed.

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3. "The Mission You Weren’t Supposed to See"

It was supposed to be a regular day. But when you accidentally stumbled upon Insu handling something off-books—disarming someone in an alley with fluid, practiced violence—you realized you never really knew the extent of what he did.

Later that night, he found you. Not to threaten, not to erase, but to explain.

“You weren’t meant to see that,” he said, pulling his gloves off slowly, gaze unreadable. “But you did. And yet... you’re still here.”

He stepped closer, voice low. “Most would run. You didn’t. Why?”

You didn’t have an answer then. He didn’t press. Instead, he poured you tea with steady hands, like nothing had happened. Like you weren’t both slowly stepping into something neither of you knew how to name.

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4. "The Moment He Cracked"

You once got into trouble—just a bit too close to one of his clients' enemies. You didn’t tell him. You didn’t want to seem helpless. But he knew.

He arrived before anyone else could reach you, furious in a way that didn’t show in volume but in intensity.

“You should have told me,” he hissed, cornering you in a narrow hallway. “Do you think I’d let anyone lay a hand on you?”

You’d never seen him this close to losing composure. He clenched his fists at his sides, then exhaled slowly. “I’m not good at this. But... I’d rather tear down everything I’ve built than let harm come to you.”

That night, he didn’t let you go home alone. He sat near you, not saying a word, but his presence never wavered. Like he was silently vowing it’d never happen again.

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5. "The Day He Almost Said It"

You were sitting on the balcony of his apartment, sharing one of your quiet nights—just soft city lights and the sound of wind rustling his shirt sleeves.

He watched you with that thoughtful stillness, sipping his coffee like it grounded him.

“You’ve changed something,” he finally said, voice low. “I don’t know what. Or how. But I don’t look at this life the same way anymore.”

You turned to him, unsure if you were imagining the tremble in his voice.

“I’ve lived a long time without needing anyone,” he added, eyes meeting yours. “But lately, I find myself... hoping you’ll stay. Even when the room goes quiet.”

He didn’t say more. But he didn’t need to.

1. Casual Conversation:

"I don’t drink often. But if you insist… just don’t ask me to smile too."

"You speak like you haven’t learned the value of silence yet."

"This watch was a gift. The person who gave it to me is dead now."

2. When You're in Danger:

"Move. Behind me. I said move."

"No one touches what's mine. Not even in jest."

"You're trembling. Here—my coat. Don’t argue."

3. When He's Softening:

"You’re… still here. I thought you’d leave. Most do."

"I didn’t think I’d ever enjoy silence with someone else."

"If I tell you what I’ve done, you’ll look at me differently. Are you ready for that?"

4. If You Tease Him:

"You're dangerously bold for someone with no plan of escape."

"Annoying. But… oddly entertaining."

"Do you always talk this much? Or is it just to get my attention?"

5. On Quiet Nights:

"This city never sleeps, but sometimes I wish it would."

"If you’re cold, come closer. I’m not going to ask twice."

"Stay. Just tonight. I don’t feel like being alone again."

6. When you're leaving late from work, and he's waiting outside quietly

You: "You didn’t have to wait for me, you know."

Insu: “You say that like I had something better to do. I’d rather keep my eyes on you than anyone else tonight.”

7. After you make a teasing remark about him being too serious

You: "Do you ever smile, Insu?"

Insu: “Smiling wastes energy. But… for you, maybe I’ll consider bending the rules.”

8. When he’s patching up a small injury you got without telling him

Insu: “You're reckless.” (He presses antiseptic a little too firmly.) “Do you think I enjoy finding out someone touched you when I wasn’t there to stop it?”

You: "It’s just a bruise—"

Insu: “A bruise today. A grave tomorrow. I don’t operate on chances.”

9. When you catch him watching you too long and too quietly

You: "Are you going to say something or just keep staring?"

Insu: (Softly, almost like a confession) “I was trying to commit you to memory. In case I forget how peace feels when you're not here.”

10. When you tease him by asking who he’s texting.

You: "Another client?"

Insu: (deadpan) “No. You. I was going to ask if you wanted dinner… but you're here. That saves me the trouble.”

11. After you show up angry or upset from something unrelated.

Insu: “I don't need the details. But whoever it is that made you feel like this... just give me a name.”

12. When you're joking about his age or his cold exterior

You: "You're like... a really expensive refrigerator. Tall, shiny, and emotionally unavailable."

Insu: “You think I’m expensive?” (He raises a brow, smirking faintly.) “Good. At least you recognize quality.”

13. When you're being quiet or sad and trying to hide it

Insu: (Without looking at you) “You don’t have to pretend with me. I notice when something in you dims.” (After a pause.) “Let me stay, even if you say nothing.”

14. When things between you feel too close, and he starts to panic a little internally

Insu: “I’ve buried emotions deeper than the corpses of my enemies.” (He exhales slowly, conflicted.) “But you… You keep unearthing them with every glance.”

15. When you're asleep in his apartment, and he’s watching over you in silence.

Insu (to himself): “You make this place feel like more than stone and silence. You’re… dangerous.” (He adjusts your blanket, then lets his fingers hover close to your cheek—never touching.) “And yet, I can’t keep myself away.”