―You know how many couples I’ve paired up in this business. I live on the gratitude people express for helping them with good marriage connections and getting their kids well married.
“Now, who’s saying what? And it’s not like you did all that matchmaking for free, right? You wouldn’t even mention it if the money you received for introducing a decent girl was so little. I even paid you extra.”
Kwang Soon combed through her tousled hair with her fingers, her annoyance apparent. She was insulted to be looked down upon by someone so trivial.
―What’s the use of the money? No matter where I search, I can’t find anyone who meets your conditions. Even in the Joseon era, it would have been impossible. If I put forth those conditions to any mothers with daughters, my own livelihood would be at stake.
“Look, Madam Hwang.”
―Anyway, I simply can’t do it, so I’m going to return all the money you paid in advance. Please don’t argue and just give me your bank account number.
“And when you were so sure you could find me a daughter-in-law within the year, what happened?”
―That was before I knew your conditions, madam. Honestly, you need to lower your expectations. No, you need to lower them substantially.
“What do you mean?”
Kwang Soon couldn’t believe she was being lectured like this. She felt a mix of astonishment and anger.
―And I’m saying this for your own good, madam. If any girl, after hearing about your son’s conditions, still comes forward to talk to him, to you, and still wants to marry into your family…
As Madam Hwang’s lecture continued, Kwang Soon’s grip on the pillow tightened.
―You should be suspicious. A proper girl wouldn’t do such a thing.
“Madam Hwang! How dare you talk to me like that? Are you belittling me? Do you think you can continue working in Gangnam after talking to me this way?”
―Madam, I’m not belittling you. I’m just telling you the reality. So, please send me your bank account number via text message. Alright?
“Unbelievable. I wouldn’t trust my son’s marriage matters to someone who does business like this! I’ll send you the account number, so make sure to return every penny. Just wait and see! Without any skills, but taking lots of money, I’ll make sure everyone knows… Did you just hang up?”
What an absurd situation. Kwang Soon glared at the screen that had cut off the call and frowned upon seeing the name pop up again.
After briefly pondering whether to answer, Kwang Soon finally lowered her eyes and touched the green call button. She wasn’t guilty of anything; she was just accepting a problem that had arisen. Therefore, she had no reason to feel ashamed.
“Yes, Madam Shin.”
She received the call with the same cultured voice she always used. But the voice coming through from the other end was different from usual.
―Do you have no conscience, Madam Nam?
“What are you saying?”
―I heard everything. You gave full approval. Thanks to you, Madam Nam, the reconstruction association has been officially established. What a significant move you’ve made.
Kwang Soon’s eyes narrowed at Madam Shin’s sarcastic tone.
“Listen, Madam Shin. Are you calling to pick a fight?”
―No, I’m calling to criticize you.
“What for?”
―I heard from the association president that they’re going to consolidate the association and proceed with the reconstruction starting Monday. They’re calling all the company representatives and holding a public hearing. Seems like they’re on fire to get things done.
“And your point is?”
Already troubled by a headache, and now with Madam Hwang and Madam Shin piling on, Kwang Soon’s anger was escalating.
―Who was the one insisting each and every person’s stamp was crucial, blocking it from happening?
The conversation cut off, and Kwang Soon stared at the calendar hanging across from her, produced and distributed by the Huasa Society, a group of women over fifty living in Huami Apartments.
“To be a part of it, one had to be a resident and owner for over ten years, capable of paying a not-insignificant monthly fee
Yuri’s tone was firm and cold as she spoke. After hearing about Yoon Jae In appearing arm in arm with Tae Seo at the last event, she had thrown a fit to her parents.
She had gone to the Kang Sun Art Center herself only to be ignored, but since she wasn’t marrying that old man, she could endure that level of scorn.
Now that her parents were aware, she was certain she wouldn’t have to see Yoon Jae In gallivanting around Korea at her leisure anymore.
“But still, Yuri, for Tae Seo to appear with another woman when he’s engaged to you, isn’t that too much?”
“Who are you to judge Tae Seo? There were reasons for that time. I told him to do it.”
Yuri had decided to forgive Tae Seo, who had attended the charity bazaar with another woman, with her broad-mindedness. However, she was determined to address this issue firmly next time. She had no intention of tolerating any more disrespect.
And as for Yoon Jae In, she was biding her time. Her father had yet to bring that despicable and annoying girl in front of her.
A mere bastard, hiding away in America, daring to covet her fiancé?
She was intent on putting Yoon Jae In back in her place. After ending the call, Yuri glared at Tae Seo’s number on her phone. Even a brief call would have been nice to hear his voice, but the man who was surely busy even today seemed to be unfeeling as well.
A trace of loneliness crept into her eyes. Yuri tried to ignore the burgeoning sense of insecurity. She had always claimed what was best for herself, and she believed marriage would be no different.
After showering, Jae In checked her ringing phone and was surprised to see an unexpected name. She glanced at the clock on the wall before pressing the call button.
“Hey, isn’t it the middle of the night there?”
Her question came out before even saying hello, and Tae Seo burst into laughter on the other end. At the sound of his laughter, Jae In awkwardly scrunched up her nose.
―It is indeed early morning here. In Korea, it’s past nine at night, isn’t it? Were you about to go to sleep?
“No, I just got in. But why are you calling at this hour……”
It wasn’t a reproach for calling past nine o’clock in Korea; she was worried that something might have happened to him to call at such an early hour.
―I’m about to board a plane soon.
“Ah.”
―I want to see you but I can’t.
“Um…….”
―Sending a message seemed too little; I wanted to hear your voice.
Jae In found herself biting her lower lip, a small smile creeping onto her face.
―So, if you were planning to go to bed early, forgive me for calling. I’ve been holding back, but I just had to call.
Jae In pressed her cheek with her palm, shaking her head at Tae Seo’s playful whining.
She would meet him tomorrow. Perhaps, she thought, she had been waiting for his messages, his calls. This call was certainly welcome.
“If you keep sending messages and calling like this, it’s cheating, you know.”
She regretted saying it almost instantly, worried it might sound like a complaint or a pout. Jae In reminded herself she still needed to keep her composure.
―Are you swayed?
“…….”
―Who would dare sway Yoon Jae In?
Tae Seo’s bold murmurs had been meant to soothe her, and Jae In couldn’t help but laugh. From the other side of the phone, his deep chuckles joined hers.
―You’re still contemplating? Am I not that attractive? Forget everything else and just think about the Tae Seo that Yoon Jae In met.
In the face of his gentle persuasion, it was hard for Jae In to maintain her composure. Fidgeting with the corner of a cushion, she finally spoke up.
“The truth is, I keep thinking about you, Tae Seo.”
The words that slipped out were genuine, unfiltered thoughts. Jae In herself was taken aback, covering her mouth with her hand.
Would he be pleased? Hearing what she had just said, was Tae Seo smiling now?
Male lead says he’s pregnant — and it’s female lead’s child
Something seems a bit off about this world.
Wang Zhao thought as she watched a pregnant man walking towards her…
Intro
Female lead finds herself in a world where the men who possess the ability to bear children.
As she navigates this unfamiliar reality, she is caught off guard by the sudden appearance of her boyfriend, who reveals that he is pregnant.
Is this truly her boyfriend?
Why can’t she recall any details about their time together?
She begins to doubt whether the child her boyfriend is carrying is even hers.
Is there a hidden reason behind her amnesia, or could it be a side effect of her sudden arrival in this strange new world?
Just when it seems the protagonist’s life couldn’t become any more entangled, her ex-boyfriend makes an unexpected appearance, raising questions about the protagonist’s past.
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