A Vow for Revenge

    By Thien Vy

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    30 Mar, 2024

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    There was a time, five years before, in the lively city of Seoul, where a young woman named Hana and a man known as Min-jun were immersed in a profound love for each other. That was until Hana became aware of her pregnancy, shattering the romantic harmony they had once held.

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    Unfortunately, Min-jun's mother disapproved of their relationship. She offered Hana a large sum of money to leave her son, not knowing she was carrying her grandchild.

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    Devastated, Hana left the city and moved to the countryside. She planned to raise her child alone. However, destiny had other plans.

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    Shortly after settling in the countryside, Hana was involved in a severe car accident. She was then airlifted abroad for treatment, leaving behind everything she knew.

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    In her absence, Min-jun had no idea about Hana's pregnancy or the accident. He felt betrayed and abandoned, and channelled his hurt into building a business empire.

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    After five long years, Hana returned to Seoul, healed physically but scarred emotionally. She found Min-jun transformed into a ruthless CEO, harboring a grudge against her.

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    Seeing Hana again stirred up old feelings in Min-jun. However, his anger over her leaving him years ago clouded his judgement, and he vowed revenge.

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    As Min-jun plotted his revenge, Hana tried to rebuild her life. She found a job and started to save money to provide for her child who was now five years old.

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    Min-jun used his power to make Hana's life difficult. He bought the company she worked for and ensured she was given the most tedious tasks.

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    Despite the hardships, Hana remained resilient. She was determined to protect her son and refused to let Min-jun's actions break her spirit.

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    Unbeknownst to Hana, Min-jun's mother discovered about her grandson. She was filled with guilt and regret for separating the two lovers and their child.

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    To make amends, she decided to tell Min-jun about his son. However, Min-jun refused to believe her, thinking it was another one of Hana's tricks.

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    Meanwhile, Hana's son started asking about his father. Hana decided to tell him the truth but was worried about how he might react.

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    One day, Min-jun accidentally bumped into Hana's son. The boy instantly felt a connection with Min-jun and innocently asked if he was his father.

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    This encounter shook Min-jun to the core. He started to question his mother's words and wondered if the child could indeed be his son.

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    He confronted Hana and demanded a paternity test. The results confirmed his worst fears, and Min-jun was filled with remorse for his past actions.

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    Overwhelmed with guilt, Min-jun tried to make amends. He apologized to Hana and expressed a desire to be a part of his son's life.

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    Hana was skeptical of Min-jun's sudden change of heart. However, she agreed for her son's sake and allowed Min-jun to slowly become a part of their lives.

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    Min-jun's mother was overjoyed to see her son step up to his responsibilities. She apologized to Hana and her grandson for her past actions.

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    As time passed, Min-jun proved to be a loving father. Hana saw the man she had once loved in him again and gradually, they rekindled their relationship.

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    Min-jun's vow for revenge had turned into a vow for love and family. He realized the true value of love and family, and vowed never to let them go again.

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    In the end, love conquered all. Hana, Min-jun, and their son lived happily, cherishing the second chance they got to be a family.