Being the daughter of a man she respected more than anyone, Autumn didn’t know how to react when praised more than when she was complimented herself.
Then, Jooa, observing Autumn’s beaming expression, playfully commented.
“But Autumn, your face has brightened up since the competition ended.”
“Huh? Really? I feel the same.”
“No, no. It’s quite different. When you were preparing for the competition, you looked like you were carrying the world’s worries. Not like now. I was really worried about you then. Thought you might get into trouble.”
“Ahaha… What are you talking about?”
Autumn laughed, feeling a bit embarrassed.
Thinking back, she had indeed lost her composure due to the pressure of producing a perfect painting to fulfill the deal with him.
Reflecting on it, she had definitely been different from recent days.
Autumn conceded to Jooa’s observation.
“You’re right, Jooa. Definitely… After the competition, I felt relieved and more at ease.”
She had regained her stability as things recently went the way she wanted.
Also, joining the coveted TS Gallery had her excited, leading to her handling more work than usual.
Autumn’s thoughts naturally drifted to ‘him’ at TS Gallery.
He had initially refused her entry to the gallery, citing fairness despite the chairman’s request. But once she met the conditions of their agreement, he had honored his promise. He seemed cold, but he was a man who kept his word.
It seemed surreal to have signed a contract with him, who was always so unapproachable, and to think of the dinner conversation they shared. Reflecting on it, it all felt like her own fantasy.
She wondered if they could ever become closer before she left this mansion… Life is truly unpredictable.
Ah…! She had to share this news with Jooa and Dojin.
They had always been there for her through tough times, offering support and comfort. She wanted to tell them first about her contract. They would surely be the happiest for her.
Autumn’s cheeks turned a peachy shade as she smiled at the thought, sharing the news with her friends.
“Guess what.”
“……?”
“I’ve signed a contract with a gallery a few days ago.”
Jooa and Dojin’s eyes widened simultaneously, and they exclaimed loudly, regardless of the other patrons.
“What? Really, Yoon Gaeul?”
“Autumn!”
She knew they would be genuinely happy for her.
“Where? Which gallery did you sign with?”
Eagerly awaiting her answer, Autumn shyly responded.
“With TS Gallery.”
Jooa and Dojin burst into excited chatter.
“Wow, that’s amazing! TS Gallery, of all places? It’s so hard to get in there!”
“You’re the first among us to sign a contract. Sincerely, congratulations, Autumn.”
Rrrr… Rrrr…
While receiving their congratulations, Autumn’s phone rang.
“Sorry, just a minute.”
Leaving her friends who were celebrating as if it was their own joy, Autumn rummaged through her handbag for her phone. She was startled to see the caller.
[Come to the main house for dinner in two days.]A text from the chairman.
Since she mentioned independence, he hadn’t called her even once in two months…
Had he already heard about her news? Is that why?
Autumn bit her lip. The prospect of meeting him after a long time made her quite nervous.
Two days later, Autumn headed to the main house at the appointed time.
‘Has his anger subsided?’
Otherwise, he wouldn’t have called her.
Before entering the main house, Autumn double-checked her appearance, feeling more nervous than usual.
The news of her contract must have reached the chairman’s ears by now.
“Haah…”
Taking a deep breath, Autumn straightened her shoulders and opened the front door. As she entered the dining room, the chairman greeted her warmly.
“Ah, there you are, Autumn. Sit down.”
“Yes, chairman.”
‘Relieved. He seems to have calmed down.’
As Autumn was about to sit down, she suddenly froze, noticing an unexpected guest.
‘Uh…? Who is that…?’
It was the chairman of Daerim Construction, Shin Mincheol, who had previously accused her of plagiarizing her artwork at the gallery. He looked different in a more genial manner compared to their last encounter at the gallery.
Confused but polite, Autumn bowed slightly in greeting.
“Hello, chairman.”
“Yes, sit down, Autumn.”
Why was she invited to a dinner with an external guest?
The chairman, seemingly in a good mood, drank more than usual, filling the room with his hearty laughter. Shin Mincheol, seated across from him, shared in the jovial atmosphere.
The two men seemed quite close, conversing effortlessly. Autumn, feeling out of place in this gathering and having nothing much to contribute, just smiled occasionally at their conversation.
Then, Shin Mincheol unexpectedly addressed Autumn.
“I was surprised to learn you’re Yoon Daeho’s daughter, and even more so that you’re under Chairman Han’s care. Nice to meet you again, Autumn. Remember, I bought one of your paintings at our exhibition?”
Caught off guard that he was speaking to her, Autumn replied calmly.
Male lead is reincarnated to save his wife
I’ve also read this one twice already. The female lead is kinda soft and gets embarrassed easily—not really my type, but the plot is definitely worth reading. Hurry up and read it, y’all!
Intro
When Shen Yuan encountered Su Jin again in his previous life, she had already become the Prime Minister of the current dynasty. As for him, the former top young master of the capital, he had long since fallen into the abyss, becoming a singer on a pleasure boat.
After a song ended, he was redeemed and sent to the Su Residence.
Su Jin respected and cherished him, gave him a roof over his head, and bestowed him with warmth. Shen Yuan fell deeper and deeper, but before he could express his feelings, Su Jin passed away.
Shen Yuan died to follow her in death, but instead, he returned to when he was fifteen years old.
At that time, he was not yet engaged, and Su Jin was just a poor scholar.
Shen Yuan gritted his teeth, casting aside all his pride, and thought of ways to coax and entice her every day.
The colder and more indifferent Su Jin was towards him, the more proactive Shen Yuan became.
He was not afraid of being mocked by the world, only wanting to marry his Wife-master early, to hold her hand and never let go for a lifetime.
[Note: This story will not specifically point out the male lead’s reincarnation time point; it’s all in the details. Whenever you feel that the male lead is acting strangely, he has most likely been reincarnated.]
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