Happy Ending Romance

Cha Jung Woo was once a promising writer with a bright future—until he blew the whistle on corruption among his seniors in the publishing industry. Blacklisted and stripped of his career, he retreats into a ghostwriting existence under the possessive protection of his boyfriend, Jung Hyun (played by VIXX’s Leo). Three years later, a chance encounter with sunny, persistent editor Tae Young reignites Jung Woo’s passion for his craft. As Tae Young pulls him out of his shell, a complicated love triangle emerges, forcing Jung Woo to choose between the supposedly safe shelter of Jung Hyun and the liberating warmth of Tae Young. But secrets linger—Jung Hyun’s control runs deeper than it seems, and the question of who truly wants Jung Woo to succeed hangs over every kiss. A moody, slow-burn melodrama that prioritizes psychological tension over traditional romance, Happy Ending Romance offers a nuanced look at gaslighting, creative freedom, and the courage to rewrite one’s own story.