Hooked and Cooked

Title: Hooked and Cooked In the heart of the bustling city, beneath the neon lights and crowded streets, Hae-beom's seafood restaurant simmered with the tantalizing aroma of freshly grilled fish. As the owner, Hae-beom commanded respect with his rugged exterior, tattoos weaving tales of a mysterious past that only added to his allure. One fateful evening, a figure cloaked in shadows slipped into the restaurant, interrupting the steady rhythm of clinking plates and hushed conversations. Sang-ah, with eyes that held untold secrets and a presence that stirred whispers among the regulars, captivated Hae-beom with a single glance. Little did he know that this enigmatic stranger would soon unravel the threads of his carefully guarded heart. As fate wove its intricate web, Hae-beom learned of Sang-ah's true nature – a merman bound by a curse that could only be broken with a daily kiss of human saliva. Despite his initial shock, Hae-beom found himself drawn to the merman, offering his lips in a silent pact that transcended mere obligation. But as the days passed, a storm brewed within Hae-beom's chest, a tempest of emotions swirling beneath his tough facade. Sang-ah remained an enigma, his motives hidden behind a mask of indifference. The daily ritual became a dance of longing and unspoken desires, leaving Hae-beom to wonder if Sang-ah would ever see beyond the surface and discover the depths of his own yearning heart. Caught between duty and the call of his soul, Hae-beom found himself ensnared in a love that defied all logic, a love that dared to bridge the chasm between two worlds. And as the moon cast its silvery glow upon the restless sea, whispers of a forbidden romance echoed through the night, binding their fates in a love as deep and vast as the ocean itself.