They Regretted After I Let Go
They Regretted After I Let Go
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Kim Tae-hyung always believed that if he tried harder, smiled more, and gave everything he had, he would eventually be loved and accepted.
Born into a wealthy family, he lived a life surrounded by luxury but hidden behind loneliness. Gentle, quiet, and introverted, Tae-hyung was someone who always cared for others before himself. Few people knew the strength hidden behind his soft personality, or the incredible talent he kept secret.
After being given a second chance at life, Tae-hyung decides to walk a different path. This time, he will no longer lose himself trying to satisfy others. He will chase his own dreams, protect the people who matter, and create a future where he can finally be happy.
His life changes when he meets Jeon Jeong-guk, a famous actor and idol who seems to have everything the world admires. But beyond his shining image is someone with his own struggles and hidden emotions.
Two people from completely different worlds slowly find a connection that neither expected.
While Tae-hyung builds his career and faces the challenges around him, he becomes involved in complicated family relationships, powerful figures, secrets, and conflicts that test his courage. The quiet person everyone underestimated begins to show the true strength he has always carried.
A story filled with:
* second chances
* family bonds
* entertainment industry struggles
* personal growth
* hidden talents
* friendship
* love
* and the journey of finding where you truly belong
taetae
**Sometimes the moment you stop chasing love is the moment you finally find it.**
Prologue — The Life I Couldn't Save
The sound of applause filled the room.
On the large screen, a famous star stood under the bright lights, smiling as the world celebrated him. His name was known everywhere. His achievements were praised by millions.
Kim Tae-hyung watched quietly from his hospital room.
A small smile appeared on his face.
taetae
"You're amazing..."
He had always admired that person from afar. Someone who lived in a completely different world from him.
A world filled with lights, cameras, and endless love.
Unlike him.
Tae-hyung looked outside the window, watching the city lights shine in the darkness. His life had always been quiet. He had a family, a home, and everything people thought would make someone happy.
But somehow, he had always felt alone.
He spent years trying to become someone worthy of being noticed.
He helped others.
He protected others.
He smiled even when he was tired.
But when he needed someone...
No one was there.
The people around him never saw how much he sacrificed. They never knew how much he endured. They only saw the quiet, gentle Tae-hyung who would always say everything was fine.
Maybe that was his mistake.
He spent his whole life waiting for someone to choose him.
A soft laugh escaped him.
taetae
"If I had another chance..."
He closed his eyes.
"Would I still choose the same path?"
Memories flashed through his mind.
The people he loved.
The moments he lost.
The dreams he never chased.
The words he never said.
For the first time, Tae-hyung realized something.
He didn't want another life to fix everything.
He wanted another life to finally live for himself.
The world slowly faded away.
And with his final thought, he whispered
taetae
"I just want to be happy."
When Tae-hyung opened his eyes again...
The familiar ceiling greeted him.
The same room.
The same place.
The same life.
But something was different.
Because this time...
He remembered everything.
And this time, he would not be the same person who silently waited to be loved.
Chapter 1 - The Son They Never Chose
Kim Tae-hyung was the kind of person who knew how to disappear.
Not because he wanted to.
But because he had learned that being noticed usually meant being blamed.
For twenty-two years, he lived in the Kang family house.
A house that was called his home.
A family that was called his own.
But deep inside, Tae-hyung always felt like a guest who stayed too long.
Kang Dong-min
"Taehyung."
Kang Dong-min's voice came from the living room.
Tae-hyung immediately stopped what he was doing.
Taetae (Past)
"Yes, Father?"
A pile of documents was placed in front of him.
Kang Dong-min
"Check these."
Tae-hyung looked at the papers.
Taetae (Past)
"I thought Min-jae hyung was handling the company files."
Kang Dong-min
"Why? Are you refusing?"
Tae-hyung lowered his head.
Taetae (Past)
"I'll do it."
That was always his answer.
Because saying no only created more problems.
The Kang family was not poor.
They had a comfortable life.
But Tae-hyung knew he was never treated like family.
Kang Min-jae, the eldest son, had everything.
Praise.
Respect.
His father's trust.
Tae-hyung had none of that.
When Min-jae needed help, Tae-hyung helped.
When Min-jae made mistakes, Tae-hyung fixed them.
But when people praised the results...
It was never Tae-hyung's name.
Kang Dong-min
"Min-jae, your presentation was excellent."
Dong-min smiled proudly.
"You really are my son."
Tae-hyung stood nearby holding the original research file.
The one he spent three nights preparing.
The one that saved the project.
Min-jae noticed him looking.
He smiled.
Tae-hyung quickly shook his head.
Kang Min-jae
"You should know your place, Tae-hyung."
The words were quiet.
But they hurt.
Kang Min-jae
"You help because you are lucky we gave you a home."
Taetae (Past)
"You're right."
Kang Ha-eun was different in front of others.
To outsiders, she was the sweet youngest daughter.
Kind.
Beautiful.
Perfect.
But inside the house...
She hated how naturally talented Tae-hyung was.
One day, she found his notes for an important project.
The next day, those same ideas were presented as hers.
Everyone praised her.
Tae-hyung stood silently.
When he tried to explain—
Choi Mi-young
"Tae-hyung, don't be jealous of your sister."
His mother, Choi Mi-young, said it with a disappointed expression.
Choi Mi-young
"After everything we have done for you?"
The guilt came immediately.
Taetae (Past)
"I'm sorry."
Those words came out before he even thought.
That night, Tae-hyung cleaned the entire house.
Cooked dinner.
Prepared documents.
Checked bills.
Then finally sat down.
The clock showed 2:00 AM.
His own work was still unfinished.
His body was tired.
But he smiled faintly.
Because he still believed something.
Maybe if he tried harder...
Maybe if he became more useful...
Maybe one day they would finally look at him and say:
After everyone slept, Tae-hyung opened his laptop.
This was his secret.
The one thing nobody knew.
Technology came naturally to him.
Systems.
Coding.
Security.
Problems that confused others were simple puzzles to him.
But he never told anyone.
Because even his talents were not his own in that house.
They would only become something someone else could use.
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