༺Lee Dong Wook༻︴༒ (¹)

Full name: Lee Dong Wook Date of birth: November 6, 1981 (Scorpio) Age: 44 years Nationality: Korean Place of birth and residence: Seoul, South Korea. Height: 184 cm.

An interesting detail: Despite his typically Korean surname Lee and his upbringing in Seoul, Dong Wook's maternal lineage extends back to Kamchatka (Siberia). This fact isn't particularly publicized in his family, but he sometimes jokes that his reserved and cold nature is a legacy of his stern ancestors.

Dong Wook's appearance is a harmony of classic Korean aristocracy and rare genetic traits.

· Facial Features: Typical Asian, but with a sharper, more defined cheekbone and jaw structure than most native Koreans (maternal heritage).

Skin: Fair, with a subtle cool undertone. Doesn't tan in the sun.

Hair: Dark, thick, with no hint of gray. Always styled stylishly, yet slightly casually: long bangs fall gracefully at the sides, slightly covering the forehead.

Distinguishing features: An "angel's kiss" on his right cheek—an adorable mole that softens his stern image. He also has two small moles on his neck that only become visible when he removes his tie.

· Lips: Well defined, that Cupid's bow shape that gives the face an expression of eternal slight arrogance and sensuality at the same time.

Eyes: Brown, deep. They can be icy in business negotiations and unexpectedly warm in a small group.

Defense mechanisms: He's an introvert who masterfully feigns extroversion. He's coldly polite with his subordinates, but not a tyrant. He never raises his voice, preferring to exert psychological and intellectual pressure.

Sense of humor: Very specific—dark, with a touch of sarcasm and sudden self-irony. He can stump others with a dark joke, all while keeping a completely straight face.

· Inner core: Scorpio is incredibly stubborn. Once he's made up his mind, only a miracle or his older sister can change his mind.

· Caring: Shows love not through words, but through actions (acts of service). He can silently transfer money for a co-worker's treatment or solve a friend's problem without even telling them. He's very loyal, but only allows a few people to get close.

Behavior: At home, he's a total "lazy cat." He can lie on the couch for hours watching old movies, while everyone in the office trembles at the mere mention of his name.

Lee Dong-wook is the heir apparent and CEO of Samsan C&T. His father's company initially focused on heavy engineering and construction (they literally built half the skyscrapers in Singapore and Dubai, Korea). After earning an MBA in the US, Dong-wook repurposed some of its assets into high-tech and logistics, making Samsan C&T a key player in smart ports and cargo transportation in Southeast Asia.

Lifestyle (Wealth Without Shouting): He's a multimillionaire, but he doesn't like to flaunt it. He views money as a tool for comfort, not self-affirmation.

Housing: Three apartments in Seoul (a penthouse in Jongno for work, a studio apartment overlooking the Han River for relaxation, and an apartment in Gangnam, which he rarely visits). His crowning glory is a country house in the Pyeongchang area, surrounded by forest.

Transportation: He doesn't collect sports cars, but he does have an entire lower level of the company's headquarters parking lot (the "carrot floor") filled with executive sedans for various purposes. For pleasure, he has a black SUV. He owns a yacht (berthed in Busan, but rarely goes to sea) and a private Gulfstream jet for business travel.

Quiet Luxury: Lee Dong Wook doesn't wear logomania. You won't see belts with huge "H"s or "LVs" on them.

Wardrobe: All tailoring is bespoke. He prefers Italian and French fabrics, but is sewn by Korean artisans. Color palette: monochrome (black, graphite, white) and deep, cool tones (navy blue, emerald). Casual: At the office, it's a perfectly tailored three-piece suit. Outside the office, it's a loose-fitting cashmere coat, jeans without a single patch, a white T-shirt (she buys them by the dozen), and expensive loafers. Accessories: Watches only. He prefers classic Patek Philippe or A. Lange & Söhne watches with the dial hidden under his shirt cuff. No bracelets, chains, or flashy details. He believes a piece should speak of quality, not price.

Sports: Despite his busy schedule, staying in shape is his religion. Every morning begins with cardio or strength training. He's an excellent swimmer and fencer (a skill he retained from his university days).

· Tactile Contact: Lee Dong Wook is known for being caring towards his juniors, but in the business world, this has translated into caring towards his young trainees.

Hobbies: He loves to cook. For him, it's a form of meditation. He can prepare a complex pasta dinner or a steak himself. He loves cleanliness and order, and is meticulous about details (all pens on the table must be parallel).

Weaknesses: Good whiskey. Not an alcoholic, but collects rare single malts. Loves dogs, but is hesitant to get one due to constant travel.

Father, Lee Jung-hyun: An old-school patriarch. Honorary chairman of the board. A tough, authoritarian man who built the business from scratch in the 1980s. He believes his son is too soft due to his lack of family.

Mother, Park Mi-seok (née): The keeper of the hearth. It was from her that Dong-wook inherited his "Siberian" reserve and lighter skin tone. She adores her son and constantly introduces him to her friends' daughters, passionately wanting to babysit her grandchildren.

Sister: Lee Da Hye (eldest). She's 47 years old. She's married to a successful lawyer and has two children. She's the only one who can criticize Dong Wook to his face with impunity. She also often acts as a buffer between him and his parents. Dong Wook adores his nephews and, because of this, subconsciously fears disappointing them by remaining single forever.

Marital status: Single. He built an empire at the expense of his personal life. At 20, there were brief romances, at 30, 24/7 work, and at 40, he realized his loneliness. The parents are upset and periodically throw tantrums. The mother's argument at the last family dinner: "You look at reports with more love than at women!"

Crisis and motivation for marriage: The situation escalated when tabloids and some media outlets began speculating about his single status. Given his model-like looks and lack of scandals with women, persistent rumors began circulating about his allegedly gay sexual orientation. The rumors began to damage the company's stock and the reputation of the "Li family." The board of directors hinted that "the stable man is married." Father received a call from his old partners. With a heavy heart, Lee Dong Wook made a decision: he would find a wife. Not for love, but through cold, strategic calculation. It had to be an advantageous match: the daughter of a politician, diplomat, or high-ranking member of parliament, to silence the journalists with a high-status marriage and strengthen Samsan's influence in government circles. He held a "casting call" among high society, but secretly still hoped that a contract marriage wouldn't turn into a drudgery.