In Iseop’s Romance Chapter 31-40, the heart beats louder against the quiet storms of uncertainty. Love, once a gentle undercurrent, now crashes against the shores of pride, fear, and longing. Iseop stands at the crossroads of choices he never thought he would have to make, as relationships fracture and deepen all at once. Every glance carries a weight, every word a hidden plea. These chapters pull us closer to the raw, unspoken truths that linger between people who cannot find the right words—or are too afraid to speak them. Through twists of fate and aching silences, Iseop’s Romance Chapter 31-40 unfolds with a bittersweet beauty, asking: how much of ourselves are we willing to protect, just to hold on to love?
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 31: Cracks in the Crown and Chaos Outside
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 31 kicks off with Mingyeong not holding back this time. She tells Hyeonseong to stop looking down on Iseop. He might be difficult, but she knows he’s been through a lot. Hyeonseong pushes back, saying a hard life doesn’t justify bad behavior. Mingyeong agrees—but reminds him that doing her job doesn’t mean she’ll let people walk all over Iseop. It’s complicated.
Outside the office, things spiral. Protesters gather against TK Group, their signs loud and voices louder. Mingyeong arrives and rushes straight to Iseop. But instead of teamwork, she’s met with rage. He’s furious that she knew what was going on inside the company and said nothing. His pride stings—he feels betrayed, like she thinks she knows everything. And then, the blow lands: he tells her he’s hated her since their first day.
Emotions Clash, Trust Builds
Iseop lashes out, accusing her of trying to climb the company ranks or using her sibling as an excuse. Mingyeong’s shocked that he brought her family into it. But he’s not done. His voice shakes as he says it’s his job to fix his father’s mess—and the company used her weakness to trap her in this role. His hand grips hers tightly, his eyes full of anger and tears. He asks if she’s just playing him, and why she’s involved at all.
Mingyeong snaps. She tells him to come to his senses. Protests are outside, the company’s falling apart, and he’s focused on getting rid of her? She reminds him how proud she felt working beside him, and how all their efforts would go to waste if he gave up now.
That moment hits him hard. He sits quietly, head down, lips curling into a faint smile. Yes—this is Mingyeong. TK’s secret weapon. She tells him to just give the word, and she’ll handle it. He smiles again, telling her to do as she pleases. Mingyeong smiles back—but Iseop still wonders if he’ll ever mean more to her than just work. And that’s how Iseop’s Romance Chapter 31 leaves us—heartache behind closed doors, but just maybe, a shift in trust ahead.
Chapter 32: Strikes, Secrets, and Sleepless Nights
In Iseop’s Romance Chapter 32, things take a serious turn as the narrator walks us through TK Group’s current storm. The entire company is under fire after former Vice President Seo-Woo Tae’s fraudulent accounting and shady corporate mergers are exposed. Whispers turn into roars, and soon, the labor union goes on strike. Although the company could’ve ended it legally with police action, they chose diplomacy—holding a peaceful meeting with the union reps, led by none other than Director Iseop Tae. The main demand? Guaranteed employment.
Amid media chaos, falling stock prices, and management stress, the entire company runs like a machine on overdrive—nonstop document reviews, simulations, and endless overtime. Nights and days became one, rest was a luxury.
In the middle of all this, Iseop and Mingyeong sit down to work late into the night. Curious, Iseop asks her why she chose TK. He’s impressed—someone with her smarts could’ve landed scholarships or done something far bigger. Mingyeong agrees and shares how she once had that chance, but chose to stay back for her brothers, who dreamt of skating. She didn’t want anything extraordinary—just an ordinary life close to her loved ones.
But Iseop? He’s the opposite. Always reaching higher, always trying to prove himself. As the clock strikes past 1 AM, Iseop finds Mingyeong asleep. He tried to wake her, but couldn’t he but look at her with a smile on his face. Just then, his attention goes down on her Boobs and he freezes—his eyes wander, his mind spirals, and in a panic, he bolts from the room, ending Iseop’s Romance Chapter 32.
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 33: Snowfall, Secrets, and Silent Wishes
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 33 takes it chilled start with winter’s first heavy snow paints the city white. Mingyeong heads to work, lost in thought about how quickly time has flown by. It feels like just yesterday everything started, and now, the year’s end is already here.
At the office, she and Iseop sip their coffee, chatting about how it’s finally time for a well-earned break. But the moment feels short-lived—Mingyeong informs him about another meeting she scheduled, and the exhaustion on Iseop’s face is impossible to miss. To lift his spirits, she shares some good news: the union member post went viral, and TK is back at the top of the reputation index rankings. Even though Iseop brushes it off as something obvious he did for the company, Mingyeong reminds him that it was his decision that saved them, and that she’ll keep working hard by his side.
Iseop finds himself admiring her even more. To him, Mingyeong is like an AI robot—brilliant, loyal, and perfectly molded by TK. Yet, the more he tries to stay professional, the more his dreams about her grow vivid, leaving him restless.
Their quiet moment is interrupted when Hyeonseong calls Mingyeong. A heavy air settles between them, but surprisingly, Hyeonseong invites her to dine out. Sitting across from her in a fancy restaurant, just the two of them, it feels dangerously close to a date. Watching her smile, Iseop finds himself craving more moments like this—and before he can stop himself, he blurts out an invitation for the weekend, ending Iseop’s Romance Chapter 33.
Chapter 34: Homecomings and Hidden Feelings
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 34 opens with Iseop asking Mingyeong about her weekend plans, but she’s already heading to Gongju House for Lunar New Year.
The next scene shifts to Mingyeong arriving home, the familiar, crisp air filling her lungs with a sense of warmth and belonging. As she soaks in the moment, an old lady passing by teases her, saying they almost lost Mingyeong’s soul. Embarrassed, Mingyeong laughs it off, but it gets worse when another neighbor points out she’s Kang Makguksu’s daughter—the same Makguksu whose restaurant now has a huge TK Group-sponsored banner hanging out front.
Inside, the house buzzes with happiness. Se-a, Hyeonseong’s mom, and Mingyeong’s twin brothers are all there, making dumplings together. The twins are gearing up for the national skating competition, a big deal—especially since TK Group is sponsoring them. When people questioned why, her brothers joked it was because of their good looks, which they proudly got from their dad. Mingyeong’s mom rolled her eyes, laughing about how she, too, once got fooled by those looks.
Conflicted Hearts and Desires
Later, Mingyeong and Hyeonseong quietly work on some office tasks by phone. Iseop calls her to confirm something, but the second she mentions Hyeonseong’s name, he snaps at her on the call and hangs up, leaving her confused. Hyeonseong picks up on the strange energy and asks if she’s sure her relationship with Iseop is purely work, making her even more unsure.
That night, Mingyeong helps her mom with chores. As they sit down, her mom suddenly gets emotional, telling Mingyeong she doesn’t have to live her whole life for her brothers—that she deserves her own life too. Mingyeong hugs her tightly, assuring her that she’s happy. Still, her mother quietly wishes for a bigger future for her daughter—something more than just being someone’s wife or mother. Mingyeong assures that she is not dating anyone, to which mom tells her that it’s not something to brag about. Iseop’s Romance Chapter 34 ends with wholesome family moments and unspoken feelings of Mingyeong’s mother.
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 35: Secrets, Snow, and a Hidden Heartbeat
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 35 begins with lively with Gong Ju House opening its doors, and Mingyeong warmly greeting customers. But among the crowd sat someone completely unexpected—Iseop, dressed up awkwardly in a poor disguise. Mingyeong caught him instantly, already suspicious after his abrupt call the night before.
Last night, Iseop found himself missing her badly. Driven by his feelings, he looked up Kang Makguksu’s place and decided to visit. The next morning, he showed up at Gong Ju House, telling himself he was just there for the famous noodles. Dressed too sharply for a casual weekend, his excuse about a nearby contract didn’t convince Mingyeong for a second. He tried a few more half-hearted reasons before giving up, admitting he just wanted some Makguksu and hinting he wanted to meet her parents. Mingyeong instantly pictured the disaster that would be and refused.
Iseop stubbornly pointed out that the restaurant was sponsored by TK Group, so technically, he had every right to be there. When he moved to leave, Mingyeong quickly pulled him back inside, terrified someone—especially Hyeonseong—would see him. Sure enough, Hyeonseong was nearby, suspicious that something was up. Mingyeong urged Iseop to hide. Panicking, he pinned her closer, their faces inches apart. As Mingyeong blushed furiously and prayed not to get caught, Hyeonseong got distracted chasing a stray cat outside, ending Iseop’s Romance Chapter 35.
Chapter 36: A Ride Full of Secrets and Silent Smiles
In Iseop’s Romance Chapter 36, chaos brewed inside Gong Ju House as everyone started looking for Mingyeong, while she stayed trapped in an incredibly awkward position, still hidden under Iseop. Both of them blushed, making their face red, but poor Iseop was clearly struggling, getting tired from holding himself up. As soon as the coast cleared, he lowered his arms to rest, getting way too close for comfort, and Mingyeong immediately kicked him out.
Without wasting time, they both bolted back to Seoul. Mingyeong barely left a note behind, knowing it would be impossible to explain anything. During the ride, she couldn’t stop wondering what Iseop was even doing there. If he was truly on a work trip, where was his driver? Nothing made sense.
Iseop promised to pay for her broken glasses, but Mingyeong brushed it off. After all, he was already giving her a free ride. Still feeling uneasy, she stayed tense while Iseop tried everything to make her smile—buying her little gifts, offering food, even handing her a small present. Inside a shop, the cashier mistook Iseop for her handsome husband, and though Mingyeong said nothing, Iseop definitely noticed.
Silent Confessions, Hidden Desires
Later, over lunch, Iseop asked why she hadn’t corrected the cashier. Mingyeong, thinking he meant the “husband” part, shrugged it off, saying it would take too long to explain. But when Iseop leaned closer and teased her about finding him handsome, she was completely flustered and spilled food on him. As she panicked and offered dry-cleaning, Iseop simply smiled it off.
Finally, Mingyeong burst out, questioning why he was really there when he clearly hated this kind of food. Iseop answered honestly—he just wanted to experience what ordinary happiness felt like, even if only for a moment.
On the quiet ride back to Seoul, Mingyeong shyly offered him some snacks, and Iseop’s soft, genuine smile said it all as he ate from her hand, ending Iseop’s Romance Chapter 36.
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 37: Hidden Words Behind Smiling Faces
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 37 opens with another ordinary day rolling in at TK Group—or so it seemed. Iseop was back at the office, greeted warmly by Mr. Kim, wearing his usual calm expression. But under the surface, something definitely felt different. In the elevator, as Mingyeong adjusted her new glasses, Iseop casually commented she didn’t need them at all—her pretty eyes were more than enough. Mingyeong, flustered, fought hard to keep her cool, determined not to let him see her blushing.
Later, the scene shifted to Iseop’s home, where his mom buzzed around the kitchen, preparing a feast. Both Iseop and Mingyeong greeted her warmly, and Seongbaekjae soon pulled Mingyeong aside for a chat. Sitting at the table, Mingyeong innocently mentioned that Iseop had obediently taken all his medicine, making him blush in embarrassment. His mom was overjoyed, watching her son bloom like this.
Family Tensions Unravel
However, the atmosphere tensed when the conversation turned to Junseop. Iseop’s mom revealed that she was cooking for Junseop’s fiancée’s visit, determined to save the family’s pride. Bitter words spilled out—Junseop, after damaging the company’s position, was marrying into an ordinary family. Though Iseop defended Wookyeong as a good person, his mother scoffed, claiming people change, and this marriage wouldn’t bring any real benefit. Iseop could only sit in silence as frustration poured out.
After a moment, she apologized to Mingyeong for dragging her into family drama and sent her off to meet the chairman.
At the chairman’s office, Mingyeong delivered a detailed report on the company’s progress. Though his face remained unreadable, she confidently promised that they wouldn’t disappoint him. To her surprise, the chairman acknowledged her efforts warmly—yet, it turned out, he hadn’t called her just for a business update, ending Iseop’s Romance Chapter 37.
Chapter 38: A Shocking Dinner
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 38 begins with Chairman Seong Baekjae getting straight to the point. He tells Mingyeong the real reason he called her—he plans to appoint Iseop as the head of TK Fashion. Hearing this, Mingyeong is left stunned. TK Fashion is the core of their group, the legacy company that once built the family’s fortune. Even though it’s struggling now after multiple reorganizations, it’s still precious to the Chairman. Mingyeong feels the heavy weight of this secret, already worrying how furious Iseop will be when he hears.
Meanwhile, in another room, Iseop’s aunt Jiyoon Tae shares a warm conversation with Wookyeong Yeon, Junseop’s fiancée. Following the Chairman, Mingyeong gets pulled into the family dinner unexpectedly. Jiyoon protests that an employee shouldn’t be there, and Iseop’s mother worries about making Mingyeong uncomfortable. When the Chairman directly asks Mingyeong if she’s okay, she denies feeling awkward, even though deep down, she is.
Iseop’s Marriage?
As the dinner unfolds, the Chairman talks about preparing Junseop’s wedding. Iseop’s mom proudly says everything’s under control. But Junseop hints that he wants to delay the marriage, claiming Wookyeong is still young. When it’s revealed that Wookyeong is already 29, the Chairman firmly refuses any delays. Junseop sweetly says Wookyeong is still like a baby, making her blush as she admits she still has much to learn.
Then Junseop slyly shifts the attention to Iseop, suggesting that the eldest son should marry first. Iseop is caught completely off guard. When the Chairman asks if Iseop is dating anyone, he denies it, leading Junseop and Jiyoon to tease him for being a “forever loner.” Furious, the Chairman scolds Iseop for still being single at his age. Jiyoon even jokes it’s better than being a womanizer like their father, which sparks anger from Iseop’s mom.
The tense atmosphere makes Mingyeong even more uncomfortable. Just when things couldn’t get more awkward, the Chairman drops a final bomb—he wants Iseop to meet Professor Choi’s daughter, ending Iseop’s Romance Chapter 38.
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 39: Unspoken Promises Under City Lights
In Iseop’s Romance Chapter 39, a shocking start with the storm rolling in fast at the Seongbaekjae family table. Chairman wasted no time, steering the conversation straight into the topic of Iseop’s marriage. Without blinking, he declared that the wedding needed to happen soon. His ideal match? Professor Choi’s daughter. But Iseop calmly reminded them she had moved to Germany—after all, she once had a massive crush on Junseop and decided to only marry him, who was now marrying someone else.
Just as Iseop was about to firmly refuse, his mother cut in, dropping a bomb—he would soon be meeting a new marriage candidate. Shocked but composed, Iseop politely hinted he barely had time for work, let alone blind dates. The Chairman pushed harder, stressing that having a wife was just as crucial as succeeding at work.
Unspoken Feelings Bloom
Sujin, ever the protective sister, jumped in, arguing how overworked Iseop already was. She pitied that he didn’t even have the freedom to date. The Chairman brushed it off, promising to find a smart, beautiful, and wealthy wife for him. But Iseop, with a rare bite, joked that marriage was being treated like simple mating. He admitted he hated sharing his space—he didn’t want someone fussing over him or invading his quiet life. His mother, clearly upset, asked if he planned to stay single forever. His aunt Jiyoon “pitied” him, wondering if he secretly wished for a marriage like Junseop’s. Iseop, smiling faintly, admitted it—he was jealous.
Through it all, his eyes flickered to Mingyeong, searching for any sign of discomfort. But as always, she remained composed. Later that evening, standing under the city lights, Iseop caught Mingyeong off guard. Without waiting for her reply, he gently told her he would wait at the back gate to drop her home, then walked away, leaving Mingyeong staring after him, heart quietly racing, ending Iseop’s Romance Chapter 39.
Chapter 40: Silent Confessions Beneath the Night Sky
In Iseop’s Romance Chapter 40, the drive home started with nothing but heavy silence. Neither Iseop nor Mingyeong spoke, the weight of the dinner conversation still hanging in the air. Finally, Iseop broke it, awkwardly mentioning how uncomfortable the situation had been. Mingyeong, trying to keep things light, denied it with a small smile and even apologized for intruding on such an intimate family gathering.
But then, Iseop spoke from the heart. He wondered aloud how he was expected to marry someone whom he loves. Mingyeong, feeling a sting of sadness for him, reassured him that he would do well because he was a good man.
Yet Iseop didn’t stop there. His voice dropped lower, more serious, as he admitted he wanted to marry someone he loved. Mingyeong turned to him, wide-eyed, caught off-guard by the raw honesty in his words.
Curious, Iseop asked if she had ever been in love. Mingyeong, a little downcast, confessed that her relationships had always fallen apart because of her own flaws—how she struggled to take care of others properly.
On the Way Home
Iseop leaned a little closer, voice soft, telling her he didn’t believe that. Maybe, he teased, it was just because of her busy work life. Their moment hung suspended between them, but the traffic light turned green, breaking the spell. The rest of the ride passed in another long stretch of silence.
Later that night, Mingyeong soaked in a hot bath, letting her tired mind wander. She thought of Wookyeong Yeon—the beautiful, gentle woman who had even managed to move someone as cold as Junseop. Her thoughts drifted to Iseop again. What kind of woman would he fall for? Whoever she was, Mingyeong decided that girl would be incredibly lucky.
After her bath, she sat before the mirror, picking apart her reflection. Her high nose bridge, her serious face without a smile, even her lips—all the little things she saw as flaws. But the memory of Iseop smiling while accepting a candy from her hand suddenly surfaced, leaving her cheeks burning.
Flustered, she scolded herself to just focus on work. Her eyes shifted to the beautiful scarf Se-a had given her, resting neatly nearby, as if reminding her that maybe, just maybe, some gifts come when you least expect them.
Iseop’s Romance Chapter 31-40 is finally heating up! Follow Mingyeong and Iseop’s captivating journey—don’t miss the next twists in their unforgettable story!
