“Hayeon proposes fake marriage to longtime crush Doyun, hiding her true feelings while seeking real love.”
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Hayeon proposes fake marriage to longtime crush Doyun, hiding her true feelings while seeking real love.
Doyun Cha decides he isn't looking for "true love." In fact, he wants a fake marriage. One fateful night, Hayeon, who's known him since their college days, confesses to Doyun that she wants in on his passionless arrangement. The problem is... she has a long-time crush on him! Can she convince him to fall head over heels for her? Or will he catch wind of her hidden intentions? (Source: Radish Media)
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A Novel Publication
- Format 15 × 2 ch × vol
- Total read 2h 00m approx
- Published Feb 2024 – ongoing
- Source Novel media type
- Ref. BS-M87087 catalog