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set in the song estate on the 14th of december, 1868.

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set in the song estate on the 14th of december, 1868.

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"have you heard about the house of the willow tree?"

the question hung in the air like a weight, prompting the swift cessation of the heir of the house of the dove's quill against the parchment. his mind, engrossed in the details of the document before him, snapped to attention. the ink-stained quill clutched tighter in his right hand, while the left curled into a tight fist. the distant murmur of the song estate's workers, indulging in the whispers of war gossip, had disrupted the usually tranquil atmosphere of the study. disbelief, frustration, worry, and fear all competed for dominance in the lord’s troubled thoughts.

the revelation that the daughters of the house of the willow tree might volunteer for frontline service brought a mix of emotions, none of them easily articulated. ryu aera, potentially standing on the battleground, while he, bound by responsibilities as the secretary of the ministry of defense, remained at home and to be present at court to navigate the political intricacies of joseon along with the other dukes and lords that hold government positions.

their last encounter during the civilian task force still lingered, a bitter taste in his mouth. unresolved issues hung between them—misunderstandings that needed clarification, and a heartfelt confession yearning to be expressed. from the very first moment his gaze had met that of his mysterious dancer, she had become an ingrained presence in his thoughts. even upon discovering that the true identity behind the enigmatic performer was none other than the youngest daughter of the ryu family, that unwavering longing persisted—it was, and would always be, her.

setting aside the scroll with haste, it was tossed aside to a corner of his table. swiftly reaching for a fresh parchment, jihoo decided that aera needed to hear at least a fraction of his feelings before she departed. the tremble in his hand, betraying the turmoil within, struggled to pen his thoughts coherently. imperfect strokes marred the edges of characters, hidden imperfections that only those familiar with his script might discern.

with determination etched on his features, he reached for a small jewelry box on a side table that seemed to have become a fixture in the room for as long as he could remember. inside, a necklace bearing the song house seal awaited, part of a set his mother had passed down for him to present to his future wife. a sidelong glance at a smaller box next to it, housing a matching ring, hinted at decisions for when the right time comes.

sealing the envelope with the family crest, he secured the parcel containing his heartfelt words.

"please send this to the ryu estate immediately and with haste.”

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✿ ryu aera 2 hours ago Reply

especially when i think about jihoo and how i wanna marry him and have his kids.

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❀ jeon gyunwoo11:51:05 PMReply

im in love with both song siblings (they dont know me, we dont have any connections)

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the song's have a tradition of breeding doves, the symbol of their house, in their estate gardens. therefore, it is named the dove garden. each family member has a specific dove they call their own, as a pet and sometimes as messenger birds to each other. because doves don't have a long lifespan, they are replaced by another from the gardens.

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✿ baek doah 18 minutes ago Reply
❀ ha jeonghui2:05:07 PMReply
aw he's not lonely anymore

an amnesia brother buddy

❀ yu solbi 19 minutes ago Reply

at least jihoo has an amnesiac companion now!

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❁ im seohyang5:18:00 AMReply

in memory of jihoo's memory...

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✿ baek doah9:44:37 PMReply

✿ ryu songmin9:44:22 AMReply
wow jihoo looks handsome

i know i gotta remember we're related

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hi! you can call me famulan or my character's name, i don't have a preference. my pronouns are she/her but it's totally fine to refer to me as he/him if i play a male character. i am above legal age (21+) so please be advised of certain genres and roleplay themes. also do note that although i am a minus, i sync up to the plus timezones because i work as a night shift nurse.

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ga hwayeon

location: teahouse

status: replied

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ryu aera

location: ryu estate

status: need to reply

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ryu aera

location: palace gardens

status: posted starter

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cheon suryeon

location: palace ballroom

status: posted starter

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zodiac sign: gemini
mbti: enfj
enneagram: 1w2
moral alignment: lawful neutral
temperament: choleric
love language (giving): acts of service and quality time
love language (receiving): words of affirmation, quality time, physical touch

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✿ baek hanwool11:42:06 PMReply

jihoo looking around the table picking anything he CAN'T be stabbed with

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a yangban clan originating from paju with a distinguished lineage that has excelled in assisting the governing of the kingdom for generations. the family members are educated in the complexities of governance, with a focus on effective administration and the well-being of the citizens. they have honed their skills through generations of service and a culture of academic rigor and intellectual pursuit, ensuring an efficient governing structure that benefits all the subjects of the realm. with duke song’s leadership as the chief state councilor, house song continues to prove the family’s influence in the affairs of the kingdom and secure the prosperity of the royal family and its citizens.

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pov

i write in strictly third pov, but feel free to write in whatever pov you feel most comfortable in!

style

beige prose with a tendency to get lost within the five senses of heavy environmental descriptions and inner dialogues.

length

multi-para in various lengths and very rarely do i ever write novella, depending on how much muse i have for the thread and what the plot consists of. no one-liners please.

location

i prefer to write in public rooms. never do i thread inside pm's either as pm's are strictly for ooc and plotting purposes. i also like to keep my walls clean.

plotting

i expect you to go through my character's padlet and i will go through yours. it's okay if we do not have a specific plot from the very beginning, i am open to brainstorming ideas with you! as a reminder, consent is key between both parties.

genre and themes

i don't have any hard limits and is open to almost all themes and genres except for smut. smut can be heavily implied in the thread that is consented between both parties but will not be explicitly written out. my favorite genres to write are fluff, romance, and angst.

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height: 182 cm
weight: 65 kg
blood type: o
eye color: brown
hair color: black
body type: slim, lean
scars: a healing scar on his lower abdomen that is an inch and a half long
tattoos: none
piercings: none
attire: deep blue, red, or green expensive hanboks before the accident. after the accident, he prefers to wear more lighter and neutral shades and more comfortable hanboks unless necessary
scent: a subtle and delicate aroma of soap with a gentle, powdery undertone

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duke song

relationship: biological father

status: alive

title: duke of paju, prime minister of the state council

connection: very positive

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the birth of the song's second born and first son, the heir of the house of the dove, song jihoo.

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duchess song

relationship: biological mother

status: alive

title: duchess of house song

connection: very positive

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song jinye

relationship: biological sister

status: alive

title: marchioness, inspector general for the ministry of works

connection: extremely positive

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✿ baek doah 12 minutes ago Reply
i just saw that jihoo is park bogum HE'S SO CUTE THAT'S OUR COUSIN FR (he's got the cute smile genes)

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✿ baek hanwool5:28:37 AMReply
10/10 would die for him

✿ baek hanwool5:28:29 AMReply
jihoo's so cute TT

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✿ baek hanwool 7 seconds ago Reply
i adore it so much

✿ baek hanwool 10 seconds ago Reply
ok but jihoo's lil top knot underneath his gat is so cute

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✿ ryu yeonhwa3:46:51 AMReply

famulan toxic trait fr

✿ ryu yeonhwa3:46:43 AMReply

JIHOOS PADLET IS UP???

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baek doah (npc)

his little peach. the only female and youngest cousin. jihoo cherishes her like a baby sister. he would often send a basket of sliced peaches to the baek estate just for her.

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aisin gioro. xuening

the song's and aisin's have been trade partners for a while back. they had first met when jihoo had visited china on a business trip and they had developed mutual respect for each other.

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chae seongyeom

co-workers. jihoo looks up to him in court. they share similar values and mindset when it comes to work.

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jin jaekyung

good friends. the owner of hanbamman had kept jihoo's visits a secret from the ton and his family because jihoo is not usually seen in such establishments. that all changed when he became smitten with a mysterious dancer at hanbamman and was determined to find out her identity by making more and more visits.

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nam boram

tba.

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ryu songmin

being of sons to dukes with political responsibilities, they gravitated to one another due to their similar lifestyle and hobbies from an early age. during their young adult years, they would often be sparring for leisure and a way for them to catch up with one another.

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ryu yeonhwa

friends during their younger years. their fathers, once good friends, had began to slowly have disagreements in court. thus, duke song had encouraged jihoo to stay away from the ryu children. they began to rekindle their friendship after jihoo woke up from his coma and with the help of his infatuation with her younger sister.

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seol minhwan

friends since childhood, they grew up similarly under the guidance of their fathers. due to their fathers' political alliance, they are each other's support during court and in life.

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yoon haewon

the female song's have a close relationship with the yoon's as "only one" has become their shop of choice in purchasing noraegis for events and occasions. due to the frequent visits, jihoo and haewon have known each other since the age of fourteen, haewon the age of ten. haewon would often teach him how to craft noraegis but he was terribly horrible at it.

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faceclaim: park bogum

character name: song jihoo 송지후

nickname(s): jihoo-ya by his family, lord jihoo by everyone else

date of birth: june 16, 1838

age: 31 (1869)

rank: yangban

title: marquess, heir of house song

occupation: senior official in the ministry of justice

birth order: second

place of birth: paju

places of residence:

paju, song estate

hanseong, song estate (current)

nationality: korean

ethnicity: korean

languages: hangul, hanja

pronouns: he/him

gender: male
sexual orientation: heterosexual

marital status: unmarried, courting

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trigger warning: attempted assassination, near death

within the house of the dove, song jihoo took his first breath, an embodiment of nobility and promise. second born but the sole son, his path was paved with the weight of ancestral expectations, destined to inherit the mantle of his father, duke song and the revered chief state councilor. amid the opulence of upbringing, the boy reveled in the privileges bestowed upon him as his childhood was infused with the refined essence that only the nobility could savor.

guided by the tutelage of his father, jihoo’s education unfolded in a symphony of knowledge and refinement, an orchestration of the skills and virtues necessary to navigate the treacherous currents of power. in the hallowed halls of learning, he imbibed the wisdom of the ages, steeping himself in the intricate arts of diplomacy, governance, and classical literature. the echoes of his father’s footsteps resonated within him, each stride a testament to his potential.

yet, the tapestry of their lives was marred by an unfathomable darkness. a sinister shadow cast its pallor over their existence, as a malevolent plot sought to extinguish the guiding light of the house of the dove. in a twist of fate, duke song narrowly escaped the clutches of death, but his beloved son became ensnared in the tendrils of evil. poison coursed through his veins, a venomous assault on his very being, and he succumbed to an abyssal slumber, his spirits slipping into the embrace of a year-long coma.

emerging from the depths of that nightmarish limbo, jihoo awakened in year 1868. reborn into a world shrouded in uncertainty and desolation, the sands of time had swept away the memories of his past, leaving him bereft and disoriented. faces that were once familiar became enigmatic puzzles, and his purpose, a fleeting mirage in the desert of his fragmented consciousness.

as the world dance to the rhythm of celebration of the resurgent social season, jihoo found himself trapped within the labyrinth of his own mind, wandering amid the faded remnants of his former life. every relationship, every responsibility–these fragile threads of identity were woven into a tapestry he could no longer decipher.

as the social season beckoned with its vibrant allure, jihoo stepped forth, carrying within him the strength of rebirth and the determination to regain the wisdom from both the lost fragments of his past and the luminosity of his present.

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positive: loyal, empathetic, honest, confident, strong leadership, intelligent, open-minded, driven
negative: critical, aversive to conflict, sensitive, selfless

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duchess song and duchess baek are sisters, making the song's and baek's cousins.

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jihoo started to read and write. he was extremely messy and clumsy with ink, however, his hands and sometimes his face and hanbok had become the sheet of parchment with how much ink he had gotten on himself. he often required multiple baths and hanboks throughout the day because of this.

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jihoo picked up a bow for the first time and successfully shot an arrow, hitting the outer ring of the target. he cried the first time his mother had to take away his bow because he didn't want to let it go.

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jihoo picked up a sword for the first time. it wasn't as fun as a bow and arrow but he liked the way the blade cut through the air whenever he swung it around.

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his older sister, jinye, leaves home and returns four years later.

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spring of 1867 to spring of 1868, age 27 to age 29.

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spring of 1867 to spring of 1868, age 27 to age 29.

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an assassination attempt has been made on duke song, poisoning his tea but was able to quickly recover due to jihoo's early discovery, however, getting stabbed with a poisoned dagger during the process and falling into a one year coma.

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he awakens from his slumber two months before the return of the social season with no recollections and memories of his past life.

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likes: the sound of an arrow cutting through the air, feeling the wind against his face while on horseback, shikye, listening to the chirping of birds in the trees, helping people
dislikes: oversleeping, the feeling of being useless, incompetency, corruption
hobbies: horseback riding, archery, swordsmanship

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activity level: 7.5 out of 10

i work full-time so my activity can be sporadic. you may often see me in the main chat, but please do not poke me unless it has been over one (1) week! i am very good at updating my tracker and i try my best to reply within a week. if it has been more than one week, i will personally let you know that i need more time. some threads might be replied faster than others according to my muse level, but i definitely did not forget!

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song jinye

location: song estate
description: the scene of jihoo first awakening from his coma and the reactions of jinye and his parents.

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cheon suryeon

they had dated for a short while until they realized that they had more platonic love than true love for one another. they had exchanged bird whistles since then and are still close to one another despite the break up.

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jihoo's dove was mainly taken care of by duchess song, however, the dove had taken a liking to jinye a lot more than his mother.

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ryu aera

he was infatuated with a female dancer during his rare trip to the kisaeng house. he frequented the place more in order to get a glimpse of her and perhaps a name. instead, he finds a friend in a male that oddly resembled the female dancer he was smitten for.

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ryu yeonhwa

location: post room
description: exchange of letters when yeonhwa first received news of jihoo’s awakening and how the declining relationships between their fathers had driven a wedge between their friendship.

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the ton was abuzz with the startling news of an assassination attempt on duke song from the house of the dove in the spring of 1867. duke song miraculously survived the event with minimal damage under the protection of his son, song jihoo, who happened to be at the wrong place at the wrong time. jihoo had suffered a stab to the abdomen with a poisoned dagger and fell into a year-long coma.

in the spring of 1868, a month before the beginning of the social season, announced the awakening of the marquess and heir to the house of the dove. however, his awakening had come at the cost of his memories, unable to recollect pivotal moments leading up to that fateful day or recognize many dear to him.

in jihoo’s absence, the house of the dove tirelessly sought the culprit behind the assault but to no avail. yet, a secret remained shrouded from the prying eyes of the ton.

the true mastermind behind the nefarious act was none other than the duke of the house of the haetae, jin jaeha.

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ryu aera

location: park estate (tanhua soiree)
description: he spots a lady that resembles aerang, his friend from the kisaeng house, and discovers that she is named ryu aera. she runs away before he manages to ask anything.

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jihoo’s fascination was first kindled by a graceful dancer at the kisaeng house, a place the heir of the house of the dove rarely frequented due to his demanding duties as the secretary of the ministry of justice. his visit to this establishment was motivated by a personal quest—the retrieval of memories lost during the assassination attempt on his father and his subsequent year-long coma. the lord’s family advisors had not suggested such a place as part of his reintegration into society, but he could not help but wonder if it held secrets only he would recognize.

during jihoo’s initial exploration of the kisaeng house, his quest to recover his memories yielded no results. however, it led him to a remarkable discovery—a captivating performer who exuded elegance and beauty on stage. her dance held the audience, as well as jihoo himself, under its spell. veiled by a translucent scarf that concealed most of her features, save for her mesmerizing eyes, he could not identify her, and it seemed they had never crossed paths before.

despite repeated visits, jihoo’s quest to uncover the identity of the mysterious dancer ended in disappointment. he could not ascertain her name or any significant details. however, he did form an unexpected friendship with a man named "aerang”, who frequented the kisaeng house at the same times as jihoo. though aerang was not the enigmatic dancer, their growing camaraderie made each visit worthwhile.

little did jihoo suspect that his mysterious dancer was much closer to him than he could have imagined.

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song jinye

location: song estate

description: the song siblings discuss the conclusion of the investigation against the serial killer and past memories and truths that have been recovered.

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set at the end of january, 1869, right after queen min had announced the seollal gala to the citizens of hanseong.

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set at the end of january, 1869, right after queen min had announced the seollal gala to the citizens of hanseong.

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Upon learning of the house arrest of his beloved by her father and receiving the broken necklace from Yeonhwa during their secretive meeting, Jihoo's heart surged with a mixture of anguish and determination. The broken heirloom served as a tangible representation of the turmoil engulfing the Ryu estate, a stark reminder of the barriers standing between him and Aera's freedom. As he held the shattered pieces in his trembling hands, a fire ignited within him, propelling him into action.

With the impending Seollal Gala looming on the horizon, Jihoo knew that time was of the essence. He could not afford to delay any longer in restoring the necklace and setting his plan into motion.

Scouring the city's labyrinthine streets, the marquess spared no effort in his pursuit, leaving no stone unturned until he discovered a renowned artisan known for their unparalleled craftsmanship. With unwavering resolve, he entrusted the precious heirloom into the hands of the jeweler, overseeing every meticulous detail of the restoration process.

For hours on end, Jihoo remained steadfast by the jeweler's side, his gaze never wavering from the delicate task at hand. With each careful touch and precise maneuver, the broken pieces were meticulously fused together, each seam imperceptible to all but the most discerning eyes. The jeweler worked tirelessly, spurred on by Jihoo's unwavering dedication and the promise of a generous reward upon completion.

Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, the repaired necklace was returned to Jihoo, restored to its former glory with a brilliance that rivaled the stars. Holding the restored heirloom in his hands, Jihoo felt a surge of hope and determination coursing through his veins. It was time for a proper visit, a chance to defy the constraints of fate and reclaim the love that had been unjustly withheld from him.

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"I must say, you took your sweet time in postponing your visit to me. For a man of your standing who was raised under a father like Duke Song, I am quite disappointed as I have expected better from you."

Jihoo, having chosen a more conventional entrance through the front gates of the Ryu estate this time, found himself ushered into Duke Ryu's chambers.

“I truly apologize for my tardiness, Duke Ryu. I intended for a meeting once I was sure that nothing would be holding me back from asking for your daughter’s hand.”

Within the chamber, a palpable tension hung in the air, laden with a sense of purpose. Jihoo, steadfast in his resolve, refrained from even touching the teacup placed before him by a handmaiden, meeting Duke Ryu's cold gaze with unwavering determination.

"You have already shown disregard for my daughter's reputation. How am I to trust that you will not do it again? You could not even respect her engagement to someone else. How can I trust you will respect her engagement to you? That you will not leave her behind once someone else catches your eye?"

"Our encounters have been shrouded in secrecy, as her true identity eluded me until rumors surfaced. Yet, even knowledge of her engagement to Minhwan, a close acquaintance of mine, did not deter my growing affection for her," Jihoo spoke truthfully, his words laced with sincerity. "Learning of her desire to aid at the borders of Hamgyeong only reinforced my resolve to express my feelings before it was too late."

Jihoo observed Duke Ryu's reaction closely, hopeful for an opportunity to make amends for his past transgressions and prove his commitment to Aera. The silence in the room stretched, laden with tension, until Duke Ryu's response finally broke through.

"Ultimately, the decision is up to my Aera. If she desires your companionship, then you may court her with the sole intention of marriage. And mark my words - I expect a wedding to happen at the end of this. If this engagement also falls through, I cannot guarantee what I will do to you, Lord Song."

“You have my promise, Duke Ryu. I will not disappoint you once more.”

The small box, housing the matching ring to the necklace, will remain nestled in the pocket of Jihoo's jeogori until the evening of the Seollal Gala.

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ryu aera

location: royal assembly (event)

status: after the first civilian task force meeting, aera pulls jihoo aside to ask for her family norigae back.

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ga hwayeon

location: promenade

description: shortly after woke up from his coma, jihoo reunited with a traveling gisaeng that he had encountered with in past gatherings.

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go youngjae

location: post system

description: post-civilian task force after finding the cure for the plague

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ryu aera

location: kisaeng house

description: jihoo found out the true identity of his mysterious dancer and a norigae with the ryu family seal on it had fallen into his hands.

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baek doah

location: post room
description: an exchange of peaches that show their positive bond

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cheon suryeon

location: marketplace
description:

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song jinye

location: song estate

description:

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aisin gioro xuening

location: hanhoe gardens

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how jihoo found out his mysterious dancer’s identity was purely by accident.

jihoo had once again ventured to hanbamman, the establishment that had become his regular haunt in his quest to lay eyes upon the elusive female dancer who had captured his thoughts. on this particular visit, however, his hopes of finding her were dashed, as she remained inexplicably absent from the performance.

his friend, aerang, however, had found jihoo at his usual table and they engaged in a conversation and shared a few drinks, creating a pleasant distraction from his earlier disappointment. however, as aerang prepared to leave, a small but significant object slipped from his possession and fell to the ground, leaving jihoo stunned.

what lay before him was a norigae, intricately adorned with the ryu family emblem.

by the time jihoo had caught up with aerang, he was no longer clad in the familiar male attire. instead, he donned a chima and a female-style hanbok and his hair was meticulously styled in the same fashion as the mysterious dancer’s, without the customary veil that had obscured her features.

ryu aera was, in fact, his mysterious dancer.

before jihoo could even articulate his astonishment or seek an explanation, she had swiftly departed, disappearing for her performance. while the revelation lingered, jihoo remained in his place, patiently waiting for her performance to conclude. from his discreet vantage point, he watched her perform, each graceful movement reaffirming the powerful spell she had cast over him, even after the disclosure of her true identity.

aera, it seemed, had ensured that she would not be found after her performance, skillfully evading the prying eyes. eventually, jihoo did locate her, but she had indulged in the intoxicating embrace of alcohol and was precariously perched over a table, her composure rapidly eroding. to jihoo’s astonishment, despite her inebriation, she remained conscious as he approached.

amidst the haze of her inebriation, a confession tumbled from her lips, and a tender peck followed. resolved to ensure her safety, he made the decision to escort her to the ryu estate. however, his return was met with an unwelcoming reception by none other than aera’s older sister, yeonhwa, at the estate’s entrance, a sign that their story was far from over.

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seol minjeong

location: seol estate

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« most eligible bachelor of the year, social season of 1859 »

during the social season of 1859, song jihoo was bestowed upon the title as the most eligible bachelor during his debut, a title he earned through a lifetime of meticulous grooming and careful guidance under the tutelage of his father. from a young age, jihoo was shaped into the epitome of aristocratic refinement, inheriting his father's keen intellect and unwavering dedication to duty.

under the watchful eye of the prime minister, jihoo excelled in every aspect of noble life, from mastering the intricacies of courtly etiquette to honing his skills in political discourse through his years of study. his upbringing was meticulously orchestrated, with every facet of his life planned out to ensure the continuation of the song lineage and the prosperity of their family name.

yet, amidst the expectations and pressures placed upon him, his genuine kindness and affable nature shone through, endearing him to all who crossed his path. his charm and sincerity earned him a legion of loyal friends and admirers, each one eager to support him in his endeavors and champion his cause.