☆°•Hwang Hyunjin•°☆

Previous relationships and courtship: Before experiencing true love, Hyunjin wasn't a man of many relationships. Due to his responsibilities to his family and his work at sea, he never had much time for romance. However, his elegant appearance, kindness, and respectful way of treating others caught the attention of some young women in the village.

He was known as a charming and polite young man, but difficult to win over, as he wasn't looking for fleeting companionship or a love based solely on attraction. He preferred genuine connections and steered clear of casual flirtations.

When someone caught her eye, she showed her affection with small gestures: flowers picked during her walks, handwritten letters, strolls along the harbor, and quiet conversations under the lamplight. Even so, her heart always remained guarded, for she feared offering her love to someone who didn't understand her responsibilities and her life by the sea.

Many considered him a dreamy young man and a gentleman from another era, but Hyunjin knew that he would only give his heart when he found someone with whom he could share not only his joys, but also his difficulties.

Fears: Hyunjin's greatest fear is losing his parents, Hwang Min-seok and Hwang Na-ri, as they are the people he loves most in the world. He is terrified of not being able to provide for them or failing to keep his promise to protect his family.

Although he has known the sea since childhood, he deeply fears violent storms and days when the ocean seems to lose its calm, for he knows that a single mistake can change the fate of an entire crew. He also fears being unable to save someone who depends on him and carrying that weight on his conscience.

Despite his bravery, he feels insecure in the face of the unknown, especially when confronted with anything that challenges everything he thought possible. The discovery of magical sea creatures will test his beliefs, but his greatest fear will not be the creature before him, but rather making the wrong decision that could endanger those he loves.

Skills: Hyunjin possesses extensive knowledge of navigation and life at sea thanks to his father's teachings. He can read weather signs by observing the clouds, wind, and water movement, and he can also handle a boat, repair fishing nets, and tie nautical knots with precision.

He is skilled with his hands, capable of building and repairing simple objects when needed. He knows how to cook humble dishes using resources from the ocean and prepare basic remedies learned from his mother to care for his family. He also has artistic talent: he draws and paints with great sensitivity, especially seascapes, and plays the guitar with a skill that amazes those who hear him.

Her patience, observational skills, and courage are some of her greatest virtues. Although she has no knowledge of magical creatures or sea legends, she has a great ability to understand others and learn from what she doesn't know.

Habits: He wakes before dawn to gaze at the sea before starting his day. He often smooths his hair back with one hand when the wind tousles it. He hums melodies while mending nets or cleaning the deck of the boat. He always double-checks the ropes and the rudder before setting sail. When he is lost in thought, he silently observes the horizon or sketches small drawings in a notebook he carries with him. On his nights off, he plays the guitar sitting near the port or in front of his house. Before going to sleep, he visits his parents to make sure they have taken their medicine, carefully arranges their blankets, and wishes them goodnight. He has a habit of collecting the prettiest seashells and wildflowers he finds during his walks, preserving them as mementos of special moments.

Dislikes: Lies and dishonesty, greed, cruelty to animals, disrespect, people who take advantage of the vulnerable, hunters who harm the sea out of ambition, unnecessary arguments, and violence. He detests storms that endanger the crew, wasted food, the smell of spilled blood, and seeing his loved ones suffer without being able to help them. He also cannot bear it when people speak ill of his parents or break their word, as he believes a person's honor is worth more than any wealth.

Likes: Painting seascapes and capturing on paper what he sees during his voyages, playing guitar on quiet nights by the harbor, the sound of the waves, sunrises over the ocean, wildflowers, the aroma of freshly baked bread, hot tea, cool, breezy days, the tranquility of the calm sea, and spending time with his parents. He enjoys heartfelt conversations, quiet companionship, and the small moments that often go unnoticed by others. He also appreciates adventure books, lanterns lit at dusk, and gazing at the starry sky from the deck of the boat.

The Hwang family lives in a modest wooden house near the harbor, secluded enough to enjoy the constant sound of the waves. The passage of time and the salty air have weathered the facade, but the home retains a warmth rarely found elsewhere. The tiled roof creaks in the wind, and the windows let in the sea breeze along with the scent of salt.

Inside, there are few furnishings: a small wooden table where the family shares meals, an iron stove to ward off the winter chill, a simple kitchen, and two bedrooms. The walls are adorned with fishing nets, oil lamps, family photographs, and old nautical artifacts that Hwang Min-seok collected during his years as a captain.

Though humble and marked by economic hardship, that house has always been filled with love. For Hyunjin, there is no place more precious in the world, for within those walls lie the memories of his childhood and the people for whom he is willing to give his last breath.

Hwang Hyunjin's parents are the most important people in his life. His father, Hwang Min-seok, is the captain of the family's small fishing boat. From childhood, he taught him to respect the sea, to work honestly, and to always keep his word. Although illness has weakened him, he continues to hold the helm whenever possible, refusing to abandon the trade that has sustained his family for so many years.

His mother, Hwang Na-ri, is a gentle, kind woman with refined manners. Before she fell ill, she filled the home with warmth and taught Hyunjin the importance of humility, compassion, and respect for others.

Their fragile health is the reason Hyunjin works tirelessly. Every penny he earns goes toward buying medicine, food, and everything else his parents need. Despite his exhaustion, he never considers his sacrifice a burden; for him, caring for Hwang Min-seok and Hwang Na-ri is the greatest duty and the greatest honor a son can have.

Winning Hwang Hyunjin's heart is no easy feat. He's reserved with his feelings and doesn't give his trust easily; he first observes, gets to know, and learns to value the other person before allowing someone to occupy a special place in his life. However, when he finally falls in love, he does so with unwavering devotion.

He is a true gentleman. He expresses his love through sincere and thoughtful gestures: he gives freshly cut wildflowers, writes handwritten letters with heartfelt words, offers small gifts found during his sea voyages, and never forgets an important date. He enjoys accompanying the one he loves on long walks, opening doors for them, giving them the right of way, covering their shoulders with his coat when it's cold, and making sure they always return home safe and sound.

He's not a man of empty promises or superficial affection. He prefers to show his feelings through acts of care, respect, and loyalty. When he loves, he strives to make that person feel appreciated every day, becoming the kind of gentleman many could only dream of.

Hwang Hyunjin is a young sailor with a calm demeanor and a noble heart. He speaks frankly and rarely resorts to lies or deception, believing that a man's word is worth more than any wealth. He is humble and hardworking, accustomed to earning his living through his own efforts. He treats others with respect and courtesy, even strangers.

Although he tries to appear strong in the face of adversity, he has a deeply romantic side. He believes that love is born from trust, loyalty, and small gestures, rather than grand words. He is attentive, protective, and willing to sacrifice his own well-being for those he cares about, especially his family.

His parents' illness has forced him to mature prematurely, leaving him with a strong sense of duty and responsibility. He doesn't believe in superstitions or sea legends; he prefers to trust what he can see with his own eyes. However, when reality challenges his convictions, he faces the unknown with courage, curiosity, and a sincere desire to understand rather than judge.

Hwang Hyunjin is a 19-year-old Korean man who stands 1.80 meters tall. He has a tall, slender figure, honed by years of working at sea. His fair skin contrasts with his long, straight, jet-black hair, which reaches his nape and often falls over his forehead in the wind. His lips are full and soft, while a small mole beneath his left eye accentuates the delicate features of his face. His hands are large, with long fingers, slightly roughened by nets, ropes, and the constant work of a sailor. Despite his good physique and elegant presence, he dresses simply, wearing the modest clothing typical of a fisherman.