“I’ve heard that both E&K representatives, having handled big money at such young ages, are arrogant as if they’ve never been scared of the world, but this one turned out to be quite a reasonable fellow.”
“Yes, it seems so.”
“Her straightforward personality was quite charming. As a business partner, she couldn’t be better.”
Dae Hoon, with a satisfied expression, lifted his crystal glass. He had never drunk alcohol in the company during daylight, but today seemed like a good day for a drink.
Hyunyang Construction’s stock had been hitting the upper price limit day after day. They had agreed to receive a significant investment from E&K, as well as from General Standard in the United States.
Bank loans were going smoothly, and cash was flowing in from collaborating and supplying companies. As the bidding approached, the tide of victory seemed to be turning in Hyunyang Construction’s favor.
“We can save the champagne celebration for later, but a glass of good liquor wouldn’t hurt now, would it? Manager Kim, shall I lead the way?”
“You’ve been busier than ever these days, so it might be good to take a day off today.”
“Yes, that’s what I’ll do.”
“I’ll clear your afternoon schedule.”
“If it’s not urgent, don’t connect any calls.”
“Yes.”
After Manager Kim left, Dae Hoon stood up with his glass in hand. Beyond the wide glass window, the towering building of Kangsun Construction shone in the distance.
Tae Seo. A whippersnapper who barely had any practical experience thought he could beat him? He had heard that Tae Seo was good at his job, but looking at how he was faring in this bid, it might have been just a rumor.
“A son-in-law shouldn’t underestimate his father-in-law. He should know the fear of adults.”
With a sneer, Dae Hoon hoped that Tae Seo would come to learn a thing or two from him this time. It was good to be full of spirit at a young age, but it needed to be in moderation. No matter how talented one is, it’s annoying to be in the eye.
The alliance between Kangsun Construction and Hyunyang Construction would eventually lead to a merger of the two companies. Dae Hoon wanted to pass on an even larger Hyunyang Construction to Tae Seo, who would later become his son-in-law.
Kangsun Group stood out not only in construction but also significantly in electronics, distribution, chemicals, finance, and even ran a children’s foundation, art center, and comprehensive hospital. Dae Hoon’s grand vision was to detach Kangsun Construction and attach it to Hyunyang Construction.
“Hmm…”
Savoring the rich, amber liquid and its deep flavor, Dae Hoon’s lips curled in satisfaction. Looking down at midday Seoul was more pleasant than he thought.
Just moments ago, E&K had agreed to invest a large sum in Hyunyang Construction. The rumor was already quietly spreading in the stock market, and by afternoon, an official announcement of the contract’s success would be made. Naturally, the stock price would rise.
Of course, the investment was not without its demands.
Although the conditions were somewhat stringent, Dae Hoon was confident he could meet them. People say that opportunities come, and times of rising fortune occur in life. Now was precisely that time.
“We will achieve this. You will realize you were wrong about me.”
Dae Hoon murmured, recalling his late father, the former Chairman Jo Seong Hwan, who had said Dae Hoon lacked the calmness and breadth to lead the company.
Dae Hoon murmured, recalling his father, the late Chairman Jo Seong Hwan, who had never intimated that he would inherit all his stocks even up to the moment of closing his eyes.
Thus, after his father’s sudden death, Dae Hoon had to struggle to find his rightful place.
Without the help of his in-laws, it would have been impossible to ascend to the chairman’s position. Dae Hoon still didn’t know where some of his father’s stocks were.
He took another sip from his glass. There was no doubt that the current was supporting Hyunyang Construction. The welcome breeze from somewhere felt invigorating. It was time to set the sails.
“Moving suddenly? How long has it been since you signed the lease?”
The early lunch ordered from the yoga studio had arrived. Sunghwa, who was tying her hair up in preparation to eat, gaped at Jae In’s words.
“Well… It’s not exactly moving, um. I was just thinking of imposing on someone else’s home for a while.”
“Leave a perfectly good house? And who is this other person? Who are you planning to rely on other than me?”
It was a situation that begged for questions. Sunghwa had signed the lease for the officetel under her mother’s name just two months ago, and now Jae In was talking about moving. Jae In awkwardly smiled as she unwrapped the delivered food and was lost in thought.
“I just wanted to get revenge. I wanted them to feel pain too. I felt so sorry for my mother, who had to abandon everything and leave Korea because of that person. My mother, who had to live in hiding all her life, suffering from scandal.”
The Male lead Always Seduces Her with His Beauty (Matriarchy)
Xin Jiao Zhou is the leader of the world’s premier sect. She has just experienced betrayal from all sides, was poisoned in an assassination attempt, and faced death squad attacks while the poison was taking effect. After finally clearing out the scum from her sect, she was drugged again while trying to detoxify.
After waking up from a night of unconsciousness, she gained a “beautiful and kind-hearted” husband.
Xin Jiao Zhou: “???”
He fell ill.
She came to see him, bringing breakfast.
As she put down the breakfast and was about to leave, his hand slipped while holding the spoon. “Clank!”
She turned around upon hearing the noise.
He looked up at her, his eyebrows drooping: “My hand… has no strength.”
“Shall I… feed you?” she asked tentatively.
He opened his mouth cheerfully: “Ah—”
Thinking she was drowning, he jumped in without hesitation to save her, but nearly drowned himself. In the end, it was she who swam over to rescue him, giving him air underwater.
After emerging from the water, his ear tips turned red. He lightly brushed his cheek, tucking his sideburns behind his ear, revealing delicate, pink-tinged ear tips. He lowered his gaze, too embarrassed to look at her.
Xin Jiao Zhou: He’s truly beautiful, kind-hearted, and adorable.
A certain someone when disciplining subordinates behind the scenes: “If they don’t obey, just kill them.”
What’s that? She might already have someone she cares about in her heart? A certain someone: Find out who it is, kill them, and then there won’t be anyone.
What? She met a man by the riverside? What? That man even hurt her? A certain someone: Whichever hand hurt her, chop off his entire arm.
Love at first sight without realizing it, gradually falling in love, slowly getting closer…
Family and national grudges, schemes and desires, good and evil, crime and punishment, she and he face the future together, seeking justice with passion!
A naturally dark female lead who could accidentally destroy the world but is actually an honest person VS a weak, pitiful, and helpless but skilled fighter, beautiful white-cut black male lead
My heart is not of stone, how steadfast is your love? — Tao Yuanming “Imitating the Ancients (No. 3)”
— Reading Guide —
Cold female lead & dramatic black lotus with hidden yandere traits male lead
