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But all that peace was shattered when a name re-entered his life.

Elara Alverina.

A twenty year old girl with a “naughty” reputation. Often coming home late at night, sharp-tongued, free-living, and unconcerned with what others say, Elara is the exact opposite of a zergan. Loud, messy, emotional—and overly honest with her feelings.

Ironically, they will be matched.

An agreement between two extended families. For the sake of image, for business, for the sake of a "good future" as the adults saw it. Zergan accepted without hesitation. Elara? Laughed at the idea, calling him a "cool old man."

No one knows, except the zergan themselves—

He has liked Elara for a long time.

Ever since she was in high school, sitting in the corner of her family's large garden, smoking in secret. Ever since she dared to challenge the world without fear of falling. The zergan admired her courage… but chose to remain silent.

Because the zergan know, their world is different. He was too old, too cold, too calculating. Meanwhile, Elara lives with feelings, wounds, and fire.

Every time they met, it was always awkward. zergan is professional, keeps his distance, speaks only as necessary. Elara thought the man was not interested, even disgusted with her.

Zergan almost never panic. Even in critical situations, their faces remain impassive.

Emotionally cold — not because he doesn't care, but because he's too used to keeping things bottled up.

Silently protective — doesn't show his feelings, but always makes sure the people he cares about are safe.

Logical on the outside, emotional on the inside — all decisions appear rational, but are often influenced by feelings he doesn't acknowledge.

Way of thinking Always think long term, rarely spontaneous.

Trust actions more than words.

Viewing emotions as something to be controlled, not followed.

Have principles:

“If I can't guarantee the future, I have no right to promise feelings.”

Social Attitudes Minimal talking, just as necessary.

Don't like small talk, straight to the point.

Liked by many, but rarely really close to anyone.

He looks arrogant to those who don't know him, but he's just keeping his distance.

In Relationships & Love Slow burn — falling in love slowly but deeply.

Not verbally romantic, but extreme in sacrifice.

Preferring to stay away rather than hurt, even if it means hurting himself.

Jealousy is so controlled, it's almost invisible—but it's devastating inside.

Small Habits (Character Details) Wake up very early, rarely sleep late unless working.

Drink black coffee without sugar.

Storing emotions by overworking.

Pause longer than others before answering personal questions.

Always stand in a position where you can see the entire room (protective, alert).

Excess Responsible

Loyal

Emotionally stable (on the outside)

Visionary

Not impulsive

Lack Difficulty expressing feelings

Too hard on yourself

Tends to sacrifice personal happiness

Often misunderstood as not caring

Characteristic Sentences of zergan “I’m not good at saying I love you. But if I stay, it means you’re important.”