It was a stormy night. His car had a flat tire, and to make matters worse, he had run out of cigarettes. Fortunately, a convenience store was nearby. He decided to buy a pack of cigarettes and a can of beer.

Dressed entirely in black, with a long coat over a perfectly tailored three-piece suit, he looked like someone who had just stepped out of an important business meeting. Calm and composed, he walked toward the convenience store, completely unaware of the decision fate had made for him that night.

As soon as he entered, a young store clerk greeted him.

Jin: "Welcome, sir. May I help you?"

The man simply glanced at him without saying a word before walking toward the shelves. He picked up a can of beer and a pack of cigarettes.

After collecting what he needed, he slowly looked around the store with his deep ocean-blue eyes, carefully observing every corner.

Suddenly, a loud clap of thunder echoed outside, followed by a bright flash of lightning.

Jin flinched.

Although he tried to hide it, the fear on his face was impossible to miss.

The man noticed everything. A faint smirk appeared on his lips as he walked toward the counter.

Mike: "Looks like you're afraid of lightning... aren't you?"

Jin frowned.

Jin: "No."

Mike: "Hmm... It seems you don't talk much either."

Ignoring him, Jin scanned the items and placed them on the counter.

Jin: "That's all, sir. Your checkout is complete."

At that exact moment, another powerful bolt of lightning illuminated the sky.

Startled, Jin instinctively crouched down.

Mike couldn't help but smirk.

Then, suddenly...

A sweet fragrance filled the air.

The delicate scent of lilies blended with fresh roses lingered around Jin.

Mike's expression immediately changed.

His eyes widened in surprise.

Without thinking, he stepped over to the counter, grabbed Jin by the shoulders, and stared directly into his eyes.

Mike: "Are these... your pheromones?"

Jin quickly tried to push him away.

Jin: "That's none of your business. Let go of me."

Mike didn't move.

Instead, he tightened his grip slightly, his gaze never leaving Jin.

Mike: "You're an Omega... aren't you?"

Jin's expression instantly changed.

He forcefully pulled himself free and took a step back.

Jin: "You should leave now."

Mike let out a quiet chuckle before picking up the beer and cigarettes from the counter.

Mike: "Interesting..."

He placed the money on the counter and turned toward the exit.

Just as he reached the door, another loud clap of thunder echoed through the sky.

Jin instinctively flinched again, though this time he tried his best to hide it.

Mike glanced back over his shoulder.

A faint smile appeared on his lips.

Mike: "See you again... Jin."

Jin froze.

Jin: "...How do you know my name?"

Mike's eyes shifted toward the small name tag pinned to Jin's uniform.

Mike: "It was written right here."

Jin looked down at his name tag and sighed in embarrassment.

Without another word, Mike stepped out of the convenience store and disappeared into the heavy rain.

Jin stood silently, watching him through the glass door.

For some reason...

He had a strange feeling that this would not be their last meeting.

End of Chapter 1

Kang Minhyuk (Mike)

Age: 24

Secondary Gender: Alpha

Occupation: CEO (Public Identity) | Leader of a Powerful Criminal Organization (Secret)

Introduction:

A cold and ruthless Alpha feared throughout Seoul's underworld. Calm, intelligent, and always several steps ahead of everyone else, Kang Minhyuk built his empire through power and strategy. Few dare to stand against him, and even fewer have earned his trust. Behind his unreadable expression lies a man carrying more secrets than anyone could imagine.

Kim Jiwon (Jin)

Age: 26

Secondary Gender: Unknown

Occupation: Night Shift Convenience Store Employee

Introduction:

Quiet, independent, and difficult to read, Kim Jiwon lives a simple life on the surface. He keeps people at a distance and rarely lets anyone into his world. Beneath his calm exterior, however, hides a truth capable of changing everything. Some secrets are meant to stay buried...

Han Seojun (Hyung)

Age: 29

Secondary Gender: Alpha

Introduction:

Confident, composed, and impossible to predict, Han Seojun always seems to know more than he reveals. Beneath his friendly attitude lies a calculating mind with hidden motives. Whether he is an ally or an enemy... no one truly knows.

Seo Dohyun

Age: 24

Secondary Gender: Omega

Introduction:

Elegant, charming, and dangerously obsessive, Seo Dohyun refuses to let go of what he believes belongs to him. His smile can hide resentment, and his kindness can quickly turn into manipulation. Rejection is something he has never learned to accept.

Kim Taesung (Secretary Kim)

Age: 26

Secondary Gender: Alpha

Occupation: Secretary | Business Partner | Right-Hand Man

Introduction:

Kim Taesung has stood beside Kang Minhyuk longer than anyone else. To the outside world, he is simply Mike's calm and professional secretary. In reality, he is far more than that.

As Mike's business partner and closest friend, Taesung manages both the company's public affairs and the organization's confidential operations. He is intelligent, dependable, and one of the few people capable of speaking honestly to Mike.

Unlike Mike's cold personality, Taesung is patient and level-headed, often acting as the voice of reason when situations become tense. However, beneath his calm appearance is an Alpha who won't hesitate to protect those he values.

Loyalty means everything to him, and betraying the people he trusts is something he can never forgive.

"Some people follow a king. Others stand beside him."

About Mike Carter

Mike Carter is the ruthless leader of the Carter Organization, one of the most feared criminal syndicates in South Korea. His cold personality, sharp intelligence, and terrifying reputation make him someone nobody dares to challenge. He trusts very few people, and the only person who has remained by his side for years is his secretary and business partner, Kim Taesung.

About Jin

Jin is a mysterious young man who works the night shift at a small convenience store. On the surface, he appears calm and ordinary, but behind those quiet eyes lies a past he refuses to reveal. His true identity, abilities, and secondary gender remain hidden, making him the biggest mystery in the story.

About the Story

Every character has their own secrets, hidden motives, and painful past. As fate slowly brings them together, alliances will change, betrayals will surface, and a dangerous war between powerful organizations will begin. Nothing is as simple as it seems, and every chapter reveals another piece of the truth...

Jin lay on the bed in his small studio apartment, staring at the ceiling, lost in thought.

Jin (in his thoughts):

"What a weird man... I thought we'd meet again just like he said, but it's been a week. I haven't seen him, and my mission is still pending... Damn it."

Just then, his phone suddenly started ringing.

He picked it up from the bedside table and looked at the screen.

The caller ID read:

Hyung

Without wasting another second, he quickly answered the call.

Jin: "Hello, Hyung... How are you?"

Hyung: "I'm fine. What about you, Jin? And tell me... how is the mission going?"

Jin let out a long sigh.

Jin: "Ahhhh, Hyung... don't even ask. I waited for him at the usual time, but that night's storm and lightning ruined everything. If it hadn't happened... I would've stabbed him already."

Hyung remained calm.

Hyung: "Don't be in such a rush, Jin. Just wait and observe his movements. Find out where he goes and what he does. Be careful... I don't want to see you get hurt."

Jin sighed once again.

Jin: "Okay, Hyung. I'll be careful... and I'll keep watching his movements."

Jin (in his thoughts):

"That damn son of a bitch..."

Hyung: "Good. And don't forget to take your suppressants. Take care of yourself. See you soon."

The call ended.

Jin tossed his phone onto the bed before running a hand through his hair with another frustrated sigh.

On the other side...

Meanwhile, Mike wiped the blood from his hands.

His deep ocean-blue eyes remained calm as if nothing had happened.

He looked at the men standing before him.

Mike: "So... what information do you have about Jin?"

One of his men lowered his head.

Man: "Sorry, Boss... We couldn't find that person. We tailed him, but he managed to lose us."

Mike's expression turned cold.

Mike: "I gave you such an easy task... and you still failed?"

His men immediately lowered their heads even further.

Mike grabbed a steel rod.

He was about to punish them.

However...

Just as he swung the rod through the air, his movement suddenly stopped.

Something had caught his attention.

A slow smirk appeared on his lips.

Mike: "Leave."

"Clean up the bodies and get rid of every trace of blood."

Without saying another word, Mike straightened his suit and walked toward the person who had caught his attention.

A few streets away...

Jin frowned at his phone.

Jin: "Ugh... Why did my phone die now? I still have to check my grocery list."

He sighed in frustration.

Before he could take another step—

Someone suddenly wrapped an arm around his waist.

Jin immediately froze.

A familiar voice whispered behind him.

Mike: "My, my... What a handsome man we have here."

Jin flinched.

His expression instantly darkened.

Jin: "You damn bastard... Let go of me! Why are you grabbing my waist?! How dare you?!"

In one swift move, Jin grabbed Mike's wrist, twisted it, and pinned him to the ground.

For the first time...

Mike looked genuinely surprised.

Then...

He smiled.

Mike: "I like it..."

"You're the most interesting person I've ever met."

Jin glared down at him.

Jin: "I don't give a damn what you think about me."

"Cross my path again, and I'll turn you into minced meat."

Jin stood up and straightened his clothes.

Before leaving, he looked back one last time.

Jin: "If I ever see you again..."

"I'll feed what's left of you to my dogs."

Mike simply smirked.

His deep ocean-blue eyes met Jin's dark forest-green eyes.

Neither of them looked away.

For a brief moment...

Silence filled the street.

Then Jin turned around and walked away without another glance.

Mike watched his disappearing figure with a faint smile still resting on his lips.

Something about Jin...

Made him want to see him again.

To Be Continued...