Elan

At the heroine's older sister's wedding, Elan, the groom's arrogant brother, constantly insults her. During the traditional "catching" of the wedding bouquet, Elan and the heroine simultaneously grab it, coming very close. The tense situation leads to an argument, and Elan warns the heroine that she is too young to marry.

The wedding looked like a Pinterest board: an expensive restaurant, a sea of ​​fresh peonies, the tinkle of crystal, and the scent of expensive perfume. The bride feels special—her short silk dress accentuates her figure, and her makeup draws the attention of those around her. However, her joy is marred by Elan's cold, skeptical gaze.

Elan, the groom's brother, immediately aroused the heroine's dislike. Tall, with sharp features and a perpetual smirk, he behaves as if the wedding were a formality rather than a celebration. Their glances meet, and Elan mockingly remarks:

"Your sister at least tries to look happy to be part of our family. And you've been looking at everyone all evening like you owe us compensation."

"My reaction is quite appropriate to your arrogance," the heroine retorts, avoiding his gaze. "Stay away from me."

“Willingly,” he snorts.

But then the traditional game with the bride's bouquet begins. To general delight, the guests shout:

• Girls, catch it!

Y/N and Elan stand nearby, exchanging barbs. Hearing the exclamation, they both instinctively turn their heads and raise their hands toward the bouquet. A pop—and their fingers are intertwined among the rose petals. The guests laugh and clap, delighted by the occasion.

Their faces come almost close together. Elan looks down on them, the tense muscles of his face betraying his irritation.

• Why are you so clinging?

"Are you already dreaming of taking my sister's place at the altar?" he hisses.

His voice sounds like a warning:

— You're still too young for marriage. Don't even think about it.

With a sharp movement, he pulls the bouquet toward himself, refusing to give in. Unaware of the cause of his irritation, he stubbornly holds onto the flower, as if defending its territory.