Having returned to her in-laws’ house, Yura found Baek Ihyeon’s inner thoughts perplexing, given that he chose not to divorce despite such incidents. Regardless, divorce was inevitable, so why delay it?
Could it be that he planned to demand a divorce two years later over this matter? The bitterness of constantly linking the results of all actions to divorce in a relationship with a predetermined end lingered.
Yura remembered Ihyeon, who smiled leisurely. He was a cold man, almost cruel beyond ruthlessness when dealing with others, but always relaxed and gentle when with her.
It was a different side than when she merely saw him as her brother’s friend. And that side always shattered Yura’s heart.
Especially today, Ihyeon’s touch was softer, and his breath, which persistently sought her lips, wouldn’t easily fade away.
Moreover, in his bedroom, the scent that reminded her of him seemed to intensify, and she even felt the illusion of still being in his embrace.
Yura’s heart ached in a corner, wondering how she had fallen for Ihyeon so deeply. Would she be able to live well after parting with him? Could she go back to the time when he wasn’t there? She was already afraid of the time when she would be left alone.
Perhaps that’s why. The fact that she could still be with Ihyeon was somewhat relieving. She was comforted by the thought that she could continue this happiness a little longer.
As Yura absentmindedly brushed off the spot where Ihyeon had lain, her phone rang.
Hoping it might be Ihyeon, she quickly checked the screen, but unfortunately, it was Song Minwoo.
“Yes, this is Jin Yura.”
It’s Song Minwoo.
“Yes.”
I read the article. Your husband seems capable.
Yura thought Minwoo’s insight was surprising. She considered it to be from CH when the article came out, but due to the lack of any explanation, she didn’t rush to conclusions. Journalists flocked without any clarification, keeping the possibility in mind.
But Minwoo was confident in his voice. It felt somewhat embarrassing. Did Minwoo also know all that information? Was that why he behaved so rudely towards Oh Sejin?
Yura tried to ignore the questions in her mind, thinking she might be reacting too sensitively.
“Thank you.”
You can finally relax now.
“But there are still unresolved issues.”
If you need help, just let me know. I’ll help you anytime.
“Just your offer is appreciated.”
Unexplained kindness didn’t sit well with her. It seemed like Minwoo wasn’t going to extend his help, but it was Yura’s job to be dissatisfied. Though it might be overly cautious due to the previous incidents, being careful couldn’t hurt.
Will the company take a break for a while?
“No, I’ll be back to work as usual starting tomorrow.”
Then when can I come see you? We need to work on the contract.
In Song Minwoo’s words, Yura realized that kindness or whatever it may be was not essential. With Oh Sejin’s situation wavering, the latter half of the year’s performances seemed to be in jeopardy.
Since Baek Jinho mentioned breaking the contract regardless of any disadvantages, the contract with A&J Management was crucial in such circumstances.
They had to immediately replace the upcoming performances in the latter half of the year with Yoon Gaeun. Of course, even that was a problem that could only be resolved if the timing was right.
So, in preparation for any contingency, they needed to consider other artists. Yura equipped herself with a business mindset and slightly raised her voice.
“I’m always welcome.”
-Haha, saying that makes me happy.
“In the midst of this chaos, we will do our best not to regret choosing Songlim.”
-I believe in Director Jin’s abilities.
“Well, please contact me when you have time.”
-Yes, of course.
“I’ll see you again soon.”
The awaited contract proceeded smoothly. Of course, every contract needed a seal for completion, but this was not a bad flow.
Thinking that if Oh Sejin left, Yoon Gaeun alone would be insufficient for the performances in the latter half of the year, Yura decided to search for other artists as soon as she got to the office.
The room phone, and even Sejin and Jinwoo’s mobile phones, rang incessantly, blocking all communication channels.
She had told the hotel not to connect room phones, and all mobile phones were turned off. They only turned them on when making contact, but each time, the ringing sound made Sejin extremely sensitive.
“Turn off the phone!”
Hyelim, who was constantly calling due to the difficulty of contacting her, had temporarily left it on. In response to Jinwoo’s urgent request, she hurriedly pressed the power button to turn it off.
Ding-dong.
Suddenly, the two stopped moving. Jinwoo held his breath for a moment. He felt like someone might come to the room.
Not a loan shark or a cunning interviewer with a smiling face, but reporters who, at some point, started to rush toward him with faces like debt collectors. Jinwoo was suddenly scared by the shock he had never experienced before.
“Hey, hey! Go out. They might be reporters. Just deny everything. Quickly!”
“Ah, yes. Yes.”
Male lead fell into her trap — and shattered when she walked away
This is also on my reread list!
This one is a slow burn, but when it burns, it burns hard.
Definitely worth a read, y’all!
The story follows a thousand-year-old seductive spirit who, on a bet, sets out to charm the male lead—a once-promising but unfortunate cultivator.
But just when she succeeds in making him fall for her, she heartlessly leaves, driving him to madness.
Determined to find her at all costs, he captures her, keeping her by his side no matter what, even if she hates him.
I love this kind of trope—I enjoy watching the male lead suffer in agony.
The ending drags a bit with unnecessary filler, but that’s fine.
As long as I enjoy the beginning, I’m good.
Intro
As an enchantress, Su Heng possesses captivating eyes and charming beauty, easily manipulating the joys and sorrows of living beings at her fingertips.
But to enchant a god, making him taste the bitterness of love’s separation, long-lasting resentment, unattainable desires, and inability to let go…
Do you dare?
Su Heng assists a divine lord in his cultivation, aiming to make him experience all the sufferings of love, so that he can attain the Great Dao.
Only after being chased down from the heavens by the divine lord, confined and completely possessed by him, does she realize how successful she has been.
The once gentle and polite youth has transformed into someone she no longer recognizes.
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