Today, Ji Yeon had a schedule to shoot with the director at Kwon Ji Su’s studio.
Knowing that Ji Su and Kang Hyun had met recently made Ji Yeon feel a bit awkward, but she decided to keep a strong heart and not let it show in her work.
Even when she reconfirmed the schedule yesterday, Ji Su responded, albeit in short answers.
Upon arriving at Kwon Ji Su’s studio, a very haggard-looking Ji Su greeted Ji Yeon.
“Hello, ma’am. How have you been?”
“Come in.”
Ji Su’s indifferent response made it clear that she wasn’t in as good a state as the last time Ji Yeon had seen her.
“Today, Manager Choong Sik won’t come, and only the director and two staff will arrive in about 30 minutes. But… are you feeling okay?”
When Ji Yeon asked with concern, Ji Su stared at her as if glaring.
“You must have heard everything from Kang Hyun, so why ask?”
“I heard that you met.”
“Then you must know I’m sick.”
“We didn’t talk about that. I just heard you two met.”
“I don’t know what you heard, but… Anyway, I really need Kang Hyun right now. So I won’t back down easily.”
Ji Yeon knew that if personal issues and emotions got mixed in, work wouldn’t progress.
“Ma’am, I wish we wouldn’t talk about this now. If you need to, we can talk after the shoot. Let’s focus on our work now.”
Ji Yeon cut her off and changed the topic when Ji Su tried to get emotional.
The director and staff arrived a bit earlier than expected and started the schedule right away.
However, Ji Su didn’t open her mouth even once during the shoot.
She only gave short answers to any questions and didn’t engage properly.
As this atmosphere continued, the director and staff began to notice the tense air between Ji Yeon and Ji Su and started to feel awkward.
Ji Yeon decided to proceed with the shooting of parts that didn’t greatly require Ji Su’s involvement first and informed the crew.
They first shot the already completed works and sketches from various angles.
“How long will this shooting take, Director?”
“It should take about an hour. After that, we’ll film the artist sketching.”
“If it’s okay with you, can the artist and I step away for a bit?”
“Yes, that’s fine. We already got the guidelines.”
“Thank you, Director. We’ll be nearby, so please call us if you need anything. We’ll come right back.”
“Understood.”
Ji Yeon excused herself to the director and turned to approach Kwon Ji Su, firmly grasping her hand to lead her outside. Ji Su resisted in surprise.
“What… what is this?”
“Let’s talk, Ms. Kwon.”
“Let go of me!”
“I’ll let you go in an hour.”
Ji Yeon, seemingly determined not to let go, pulled her along.
They headed to a small coffee shop near the studio. It was quiet and empty, perfect for a conversation.
“Ms. Kwon likes chamomile, right? One hot chamomile tea and an iced Americano, please.”
After placing the order while still holding onto Ji Su’s wrist, Ji Yeon seated her at a nearby table.
“Ms. Kwon Ji Su.”
“What is this impertinence, Manager Eun Ji Yeon!”
Ji Su scowled at Ji Yeon in anger.
“I apologize if my actions seem rude. However, the one displaying rudeness and unprofessionalism first is you, Ms. Kwon.”
“What do you mean? Me? How?”
“You know very well I’m not here for a leisure visit to your studio. I’m here for work related to our company’s advertising. This project requires your collaboration. Should I inform you how much the company is investing in you to understand the importance of this moment?”
Ji Yeon tried to stay calm, but her speech quickened with growing frustration.
“Even with our best efforts, a good idea is not guaranteed, but with your uncooperative attitude, I may have to file a serious complaint against you and your agency. If the work is delayed due to non-cooperation, the related schedule, cost, and additional expenses will also be charged.”
“Ha…”
“Put aside your personal matters with Kang Hyun and focus on the work.”
“Is this the leisure of the wealthy, Eun Ji Yeon?”
“I’m talking about work, Ms. Kwon.”
Ji Yeon sighed deeply and continued.
“And you seem to be under a major misunderstanding. Kang Hyun is nobody’s possession. Neither mine nor yours. I believe I’ve made his intentions clear, but you insist on not stepping back because you need him. That’s sheer selfishness. And causing such a disturbance at work…”
“…….”
“You said you were sick, right? Then you should rely on your family for support and advice. Reappearing after five years and trying to exert control over a former boyfriend as if he still belongs to you, that’s nonsensical. And if you weren’t sick, you wouldn’t have acted like this. You would have just lived your life. To you, is Lee Kang Hyun someone you meet when you need him and discard when you don’t, like a used doll?”
“No! I loved Kang Hyun!”
“Loved… that’s not love anymore. Ignoring what the other person says and insisting on your own desires, persistently clinging despite being rejected, that’s stalking. Are you that kind of person, Ms. Kwon?”
“No, I am not…”
Ji Su, appearing confused, suddenly burst into tears.
The Villainous Demon Lord Laid an Egg for Her (Female-Dominated)
Several months after transmigrating into a book, Yu Wu found herself facing the demon lord Li You, who could no longer conceal his dragon horns. With one hand on her aching waist and the other gripping a sharp sword, she stared at him.
The demon lord’s eyes were red with fury:
“This is all your doing! Today, I won’t rest until I kill you!”
Yu Wu rubbed her temples. Putting aside the taboo against bloodshed during pregnancy, wasn’t it this very man who willingly walked into her trap that day?!
Warnings:
- Male pregnancy.
- Height ratios are set to mirror typical male-female height proportions.
- Characters include a foot-loving demon lord and an eldest daughter from an immortal family’s concubine lineage.
