Borrowed Days
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Ongoing, First published May 20, 2026

The novel follows Seokjin as he navigates the pressures of providing for his mother and a struggling family business. Facing eviction and mounting debts, he reluctantly seeks help from a friend, a request that tests his pride. These chapters reveal a tense world of garment factories and late-night bar outings, where impulsive decisions threaten to derail his hopes for a better future. As Seokjin pursues a promising job opportunity at KTH, the narrative traces his anxieties about financial stability and the weight of family obligation. The early chapters suggest a story deeply rooted in the challenges of everyday life and the bonds that sustain us.
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