“Let’s go together. We should greet the team members.”

Taejoon approached the door, gesturing toward Soeun. Soeun followed Taejoon out of the office.

Bora and Eunpyo, who were studying in the room next to Taejoon’s office, stood up as the door opened, and Taejoon entered.

“Hello, everyone.”

“Hello, Director!”

“Hello.”

As always, after Bora’s bright greeting, Eunpyo’s expressionless greeting followed.

Bright or not, Taejoon was a difficult person for the employees. The office was quiet until Taejoon spoke again.

“As we’re officially working together on the TF team project, how about having a team dinner?”

Taejoon looked around at the three and made the suggestion. Bora asked cautiously.

“Are we going to drink alcohol?”

“If it’s burdensome, we can just have a meal.”

“No, it’s okay. I like drinking! Manager Han also likes drinking.”

Soeun felt embarrassed at Bora’s comments. Taejoon, with narrowed eyes, opened his mouth.

“Oh, Manager Han Soeun also likes drinking.”

“I quit drinking these days. I don’t drink anymore.”

Soeun denied it right away. Fortunately, he didn’t inquire further.

“Then let’s freely enjoy drinks, and I’ll arrange a time for next week. Let me know if you have any preferred food.”

After conveying the matter succinctly, Taejoon immediately left the office. Soeun asked for opinions from the two.

“When should we have the team dinner next week?”

“I prefer Tuesday or Thursday. I have yoga on Mondays and Fridays.”

Bora answered enthusiastically.

“Manager Han can choose a suitable date. I’m fine anytime.”

Eunpyo also answered after a moment of thought. A voice that was neither loud nor soft. It was clear and audible even to Taejoon, who was leaving the office.

Somehow, we’ve passed the middle of summer.

It was a leisurely Friday evening due to the cancellation of an external schedule. Taejoon visited the department store alone. He wanted to buy a gift for Soeun.

Should I buy clothes or a bag?

Having never paid much attention to women’s gifts, Taejoon had no idea what to buy. After much contemplation, he visited a jewelry shop. When you’re unsure of what to buy, spending money is the best.

Should I get a necklace or a ring?

Although the employee showed many pretty necklaces, Taejoon’s attention was drawn more towards the rings.

If I give her a ring, it might tidy up the male colleagues around her. Maybe even someone like Manager Jang Eunpyo will notice that she has a boyfriend and back off.

“Oh! Director, hello!”

While contemplating in front of a few rings, a voice calling him came from the side. It was Attorney Choi Hyeonji from the law firm Yulgyu.

“Attorney Choi Hyeonji.”

Beside her was Yang Heewook. Taejoon acknowledged them with an expressionless face.

“Attorney Yang Heewook is also here.”

“Yes, we’re preparing for our wedding.”

Hyeonji proudly informed Taejoon while linking arms with Heewook. Heewook seemed bewildered.
Not long ago, Hyeonji told me about Soeun, so it might be embarrassing.

“Ah.”

At Heewook’s indifferent exclamation, Heewook’s expression became more tense. Taejoon offered his congratulations.

“Congratulations.”

“It seems Director is here to see rings too. Do you have a girlfriend?”

“Yes.”

Hyeonji, who glanced at the ring Taejoon was looking at, cheered.

“Wow! I wanted this too. Your girlfriend must really like it!”

Heewook was dumbfounded by Hyeonji’s excitement.

Wearing a 5.5 million won diamond ring and showing off on a 700,000 won simple ring? Even knowing what I did for you is several times more expensive? Heewook was dumbfounded by Hyeonji’s behavior.

Without noticing Heewook’s expression, Hyeonji, after another round of drinks, asked Taejoon.

“Director, may I try it on?”

“Do as you please.”

With Taejoon’s permission, Hyeonji, with the ring in her hand, proudly showed off.

“Look at this! It’s much prettier on the hand than just looking! It would suit your girlfriend well too.”

“I guess so.”

Heewook’s anger seemed to be conveyed to Taejoon first rather than Hyeonji’s loud behavior. Taejoon, who had been answering casually to Hyeonji’s noisy actions, soon stepped back and greeted the two.

“I’ll leave now.”

His intention not to get involved with them anymore was evident.

Heewook, who couldn’t even greet Taejoon properly and stood silently, revealed his displeasure as soon as Taejoon left, clucking his tongue at Hyeonji.

“Why are you like that, Oppa?”

“Do you treat all the guys you know like that? Even the one I introduced you to?”

“Should we fight and swear at them? Instead, when we coincidentally meet them, we can leave a lasting impression. We might remember and ask for legal advice again.”

“Are you marking a spot by trying on the ring that guy chose?”

“Why are you saying such things.”

Hyeonji also raised her voice, feeling upset.

“Oppa, why are you so immaturely jealous? Didn’t you hear? He also has a girlfriend.”

Who started bothering me on the day I have a girlfriend!

Heewook was dumbfounded, about to retort but kept his mouth shut. Confronting her would be like spitting on my face.