“Of course. What power does a verbal promise hold? We need evidence. Everyone present will sign it.”
Han Ma-taek, slightly taken aback by the 300 billion won penalty clause, was pleased to see the clause about immediate marriage registration after the wedding.
“This one clause fulfills my desires,” he thought.
“Why don’t we talk a bit more?”
“Sure.”
As the elders swiftly left, satisfied with their business, Seonwoo suggested to Green that they talk separately. Green, who had wanted to speak with him, readily agreed.
“Then, it’s decided. Meeting and spending time together might even spark some affection.”
“Talking about affection in this situation!”
Han Ma-taek was delighted that Green and Seonwoo were staying behind to talk. In contrast, Jin Young-cheol looked at him with clear displeasure.
“Let’s go quickly. I need to get to the office.”
Park In-young, deciding it was pointless for Han Ma-taek and Jin Young-cheol to converse further, quickly led her husband away.
Han Ma-taek also gladly made way for Seonwoo and Green to have their time alone.
In front of them lay an untouched elaborate five-course Korean meal.
“Whew… your mother really has a strong presence.”
Relaxed now, Green slumped forward from her previously rigid posture.
“Were you very nervous?”
“Of course. Meeting in-laws is always hard, but meeting contract marriage in-laws is even harder.”
While responding to Seonwoo, Green naturally picked up her chopsticks and began eating the galbi-jjim in front of her.
Watching Green heap fresh salmon salad onto her plate following the galbi-jjim, Seonwoo couldn’t help but smile. Simultaneously, he too realized he was hungry.
As Seonwoo began to eat, Green looked at him curiously.
“What do chaebols normally eat?”
“Well, grilled fish and soybean paste stew are almost daily staples, and I personally like seaweed soup and japchae.”
“Really? That’s surprisingly ordinary.”
“The only difference might be that all our ingredients are domestic and organic.”
“Figures.”
The light conversation lightened the mood.
“I have something to tell you before we get married. It’s about my mother.”
“Okay.”
“My mom has been in a coma since a hit-and-run accident five years ago.”
“…I see.”
Seonwoo refrained from offering premature consolation, simply waiting quietly for Green’s next words.
“I wanted to let you know that even though our marriage is merely formal, you have a mother-in-law.”
“I’ll remember that. Would you like me to visit her before the wedding?”
Green was surprised by Seonwoo’s offer, not expecting such a gesture.
“No, it’s okay. I’d rather my mom have some peace in all this chaos. I’ll introduce her to someone I truly love later, not during a fake marriage.”
“Understood.”
The atmosphere quickly cooled, leaving Green wondering if she’d upset him.
Trying to break the chill, Green smiled at Seonwoo.
“Thank you for saying that, Seonwoo. I’m really touched.”
Seonwoo then took out a paper from his coat.
“Shall we discuss our contract in detail?”
“One thing before that. Do I have to stop working after we’re married?”
“You’re a photographer, right?”
“Yes. I’ve been freelancing to visit my mom often.”
Seonwoo, sensing Green’s desire to continue working, hesitated.
“It’ll be hard to work after the marriage, as you’ll attract media attention.”
“Actually, I’ve been covering my mom’s hospital bills since my father often defaults on them. If I stop working, it’ll be difficult.”
After Green candidly shared her situation, Seonwoo furrowed his brow.
“What does your father do?”
Green couldn’t answer, as she was unaware of her father’s activities.
“If we marry and I cut ties with my father and can’t work, I’d like you to support my mom’s hospital bills.”
“I understand. Let me know the hospital, and I’ll arrange for her to stay in a special room. Anything else?”
Surprised by his immediate acceptance and offer to upgrade her mom’s room, Green recalled Hannah’s advice to get everything from Seonwoo.
“Apart from hospital bills, a little living allowance… and I’ll continue photography discreetly. It’s hard to regain momentum in this field once you lose it.”
“Is there a place you can work without public exposure?”
“My stylist friend’s studio. It’s non-commercial, so it won’t attract media.”
“Okay. Any more questions or additions?”
“How long will our marriage last?”
Seonwoo paused, weighing something in his mind.
“My father is also working on a response to escape Han Ma-taek’s blackmail. If that succeeds, our marriage will end.”
“Understood.”
Green nodded slowly. Although she desperately wanted to avoid this marriage, the resolution of her mother’s hospital bills made her selfishly wish the marriage would last a bit longer.
“Is there anything you expect of me, Seonwoo?”
Caught off guard by Green’s question, Seonwoo blinked in surprise. Almost bursting into laughter at Green’s willingness to comply, he quickly composed himself.
“You don’t need to worry much about my father, but I hope you’ll follow the wishes of K1 Construction’s CEO and Vice President.”
“You mean your maternal grandfather and mother? It’s odd how you refer to your family as if they’re your bosses.”
Green teased, but Seonwoo remained serious.
“They are my bosses, in a way. They’re probably hurt by my father’s situation. I’d appreciate it if you don’t upset my mother.”
Green was taken aback by Seonwoo’s genuine view of his family members as superiors. She felt a bit resentful towards such chaebol family dynamics, but decided to agree to Seonwoo’s condition, considering it wasn’t her place to interfere.
“Okay, I’ll do my best to earn your mother’s approval.”
“Winning her approval won’t be easy, but I hope you succeed. Now, shall we discuss alimony in case of divorce?”
“I won’t take alimony. This is a forced marriage due to my father’s blackmail, but I still have a conscience.”
“Are you sure?”
Seonwoo’s probing gaze seemed to be searching for her sincerity.
Feeling a surge of defiance but maintaining a smile, Green replied, “Think of it as solidarity among fellow frogs.”
After a long pause, Seonwoo finally nodded slowly.
“Let’s do this. If the marriage ends satisfactorily for both of us, I’ll continue to cover your mother’s hospital bills. That will be instead of alimony.”
“Until when?”
“For life.”
Surprised, Green quickly agreed, fearing Seonwoo might change his mind. She was determined to ensure Seonwoo found the marriage satisfactory, no matter what.
As Seonwoo diligently recorded their agreement, a relieved and slightly excited smile spread across Green’s face. Whether it was the expert makeup, the lighting of the elegant Korean-style room, or the expensive watch glittering on her wrist as she brushed her hair back, Seonwoo momentarily thought Green’s smile was beautiful.
Just, like that.
Male lead first thought she played hard to get, only to realize she
really disliked him
Short intro:
What she can’t stand the most is the streets full of effeminate men, especially that so-called top beauty whom she avoids at all costs.
Shen Yaoxing looks at Jiang Mingyue, who keeps approaching her with coy shyness.
Shen Yaoxing: Bro, don’t be like this, I’m really about to throw up!
She fears nothing in heaven or earth, except for him getting close to her.
*
At first he thought she was just using the trick of feigning indifference to attract his attention. Later, he learned that she truly despised him.
This dealt a heavy blow to Jiang Mingyue, and he vowed to make her, like everyone else, fall at his feet in worship!
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Synopsis:
Before transmigrating, Shen Yaoxing only wanted to find a reliable man to spend her life with. Who knew that after transmigrating, she would become a reliable woman herself…
A forced misandrist, highly skilled, and reliable female lead
vs.
An initially aloof and arrogant, later morbid, obsessed male lead
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