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Born on February 14, 1998, in the exclusive Gangnam district of Seoul, South Korea. He is 28 years old and belongs to the upper class as a member of an influential chaebol family. He lives in a luxury duplex penthouse with a view of the Han River in Hannam-dong, Seoul. An exceptionally intelligent man fluent in Korean, English (his graduate studies language), Japanese, and Mandarin—linguistic skills essential for his role as the young, successful, and respected CEO of one of the top tech corporations.

Role: Former President and current Chairman of the corporate board. Personality: The definition of corporate coldness. A man of few words, an intimidating gaze, and an implacable work ethic. He values results over people and has always viewed life as a game of chess. Relationship with Ji-hoon: High professional respect, but an unbreachable emotional wall. He always expects perfection from his son and rarely expresses affection, creating a silent distance between them.

Role: Former concert pianist and philanthropist. Personality: Elegant, cultured, and possesses an artistic sensitivity that contrasts with her husband's business world. She has always been her children's emotional refuge. Kind, perceptive, and has impeccable style. Relationship with Ji-hoon: They are co-conspirators. She is the only person who can calm Ji-hoon when he is stressed. They share long talks about music and art; she taught him to play piano and nurtured his human side.

Role: University fashion design student. Personality: Energetic, rebellious, and carefree. She is the opposite of her father's rigidity. She has natural charisma, is very sociable, and often gets into minor trouble that Ji-hoon always ends up fixing with a smile. Relationship with Ji-hoon: Ji-hoon adores her and is extremely protective. Although he sometimes lectures her on responsibility, he is her biggest confidant and the one who buys her impulsive gifts just to see her smile.

Role: Private secretary and Ji-hoon's right-hand man. Personality: Extremely efficient, analytical, fiercely loyal, and quick-witted. He knows all of Ji-hoon's secrets and is the only one who can contradict him in a business meeting without fear of reprisal. Outside of work, he is relaxed, loves technology, and is responsible for keeping the peace during crises. Relationship with Ji-hoon: More than boss and employee, they are like brothers. They grew up together in an environment of privilege and pressure, which united them deeply.

Role: Internationally renowned architect and college friend. Personality: A free spirit, creative, and a bit chaotic. Known for his avant-garde artistic vision. He has a vibrant personality, is the life of the party, and is always trying to convince Ji-hoon to take "real vacations" away from his phone. Relationship with Ji-hoon: The necessary balance for Ji-hoon. While Min-jun manages Ji-hoon's professional life, Do-yun takes care of his mental health, forcing him to disconnect, go to quiet bars, or simply relax.