Soeun couldn’t answer Jaeyoung’s question right away.

[Chief, it seems like you need to explain. I’m in so much pain. I currently have a boyfriend I plan to marry, and there’s also a coworker of ours among my boyfriend’s friends, so it’s a bit awkward. Actually, it’s quite awkward…]

Jaeyoung seemed to express his dissatisfaction with being entangled in such groundless rumors and abruptly ended the call.

In the comment section, lively discussions were taking place. Some believed the exposure post completely and vehemently criticized, while others doubted the story itself, calling it slander. Some felt the post seemed like a conspiracy, expressing the need to hear the story if there was a real person involved.

“It’s okay. We can just delete this.”

In the end, Taehoon, who had checked the post on Soeun’s phone, comforted her.

“Don’t worry. I’ll block everything.”

“No. It’s too…”

Checking another post, Soeun confirmed that this false exposé was spreading beyond the company’s anonymous community to regular internet forums.

If she forcibly deleted the post in this situation?

If the author truly had malicious intent, they might become more excited and escalate the situation. It could turn into a situation where they were feeding the troll. Moreover, with the numerous inaccuracies in the post, even observers might find it suspicious.

First, she had to correct the misinformation.

“…Director, I’m really thankful, but I think it’s best if I honestly come forward.”

Taehoon raised his head.

“Either Yang Hee-wook accessed Blah Blah with someone’s ID, or it’s Hee-wook’s family. We should find the poster and take legal action.”

“No. Director, you shouldn’t get involved. Hee-wook knows about you, too.”

“…?”

“This is my problem, so it would be more genuine if I speak directly rather than through someone else.”

Of course, the quickest and easiest solution was for the involved party to step forward.

But you…

Taehoon worried that Soeun would be hurt again.

“First, I’ll take care of it. Director.”

Despite Taehoon’s hesitant reaction, Soeun didn’t yield. Instead, she smiled confidently, as if trying to reassure him, even letting out a sigh.

“I’ve been working here for three years, and there has never been any trouble with colleagues. I still think everyone sees me in a good light. If I speak directly, my colleagues will support me.”

In the uncertain moment, Taehoon looked at her smiling face as if he were enchanted. How could this be happening?

She’s smiling like that again. Trusting people again. You…

Seeing Taehoon’s uncertain reaction, Soeun was unyielding. She even smiled confidently, as if trying to put him at ease.

“If I post this, the ripple effect will be significant. Especially if outsiders start paying attention.”

But he couldn’t forget the advice in this precarious situation.
“Han Soeun’s personal information, I will take responsibility and definitely delete it, but still, there might be emotional scars. There could be people who will criticize Han Soeun.”

“Then, can’t you fight with me?”

“Of course. That’s how it should be.”

“Okay, then. I am.”

Soeun answered with satisfaction, as if she had gained a formidable army.

“I can do it.”

Her chest felt hot and painful.

The person I love is such a strong person.

You, who rise like a bamboo shoot without collapsing, are so strong that I couldn’t even fathom it. You’re so strong that I had to pretend to be strong in front of you every time.

Taehoon realized that he had greatly underestimated Han Soeun.

“Hello. I am the engineer from Central Headquarters who has been controversial since yesterday.”

Soeun briefly revealed her affiliation and opened the beginning of the post. It seemed better to provide some clues to identify the reception team member who had suffered some harm.

“I’ve read the problematic post and all the subsequent comments. I gathered the courage to clearly state my position because I thought it would be better to do so.

Last April, I took a month off from work and contributed 65% of my liver to my ex-boyfriend’s mother.

Those who haven’t undergone surgery won’t understand what that decision is, what that courage is. I believe that sharing something precious for the one you love should not be criticized for any reason.

I had no expectations when I decided on the surgery. The claim about wanting alimony is false. After the surgery, the relationship with my lover soured, and we broke up, but I still don’t want anything from them. Although I wanted to be loved so much, I didn’t give because I wanted to be loved. It was because I loved, and that’s why I have no regrets.

I genuinely wished for the health and happiness of not only my loved one but also his family. I was sincerely happy to have the opportunity for them to become healthy. I achieved my wish just by being there.

There is no need for sympathy for my personal story of parting.