Yoojoon turned his attention to Sojung and Haeyeon. Since they had already decided who would speak, Haeyeon took the lead, thanks to Sojung’s consideration.
“I think it would be good to establish cafes that support employment and job experiences along with talent donation.”
“Be more specific.”
Yoojoon, resting his forehead on his pen-holding hand, prompted further, and Haeyeon swallowed nervously. It was her first time presenting in front of people since graduating college. How had she done it so effortlessly back then?
Haeyeon explained her observations during the field visit, albeit with a slightly trembling voice.
“The number of out-of-school youths and non-college-bound young people is increasing every year. If Dallikoffee operates cafes that provide vocational training and work experience, wouldn’t it align with our social contribution objectives?”
“That’s a good idea. Then, please develop a plan and approach for this by next week. Deputy Manager Lee, you’ll work on this together.”
“Yes, Team Manager.”
Relieved, Haeyeon focused more on the meeting. The team meeting lasted for another hour.
“That’s all for today.”
It was almost lunchtime. Fortunately, they finished before mealtime, so the team members happily left the meeting room.
The company cafeteria was already full. Haeyeon and Sojung queued up in line, waiting their turn.
“Wow, today’s menu looks great! This is why I never eat out!”
Sojung, who had been standing behind Haeyeon, checked the menu and burst into laughter. Indeed, Dallikoffee’s cafeteria was renowned in the industry for its delicious food.
“Really? Then I should pay more attention to it.”
“Who’s that?”
Suddenly, a voice rang out. Sojung turned around to see who had spoken to her and froze in place.
“Executive Director!”
As Juah chuckled, Sojung quickly bowed her head in greeting.
Haeyeon instinctively bowed too. After all, Juah might be a carefree friend outside, but inside this building, she was definitely a superior, and an important one at that.
As Haeyeon turned her head slightly, Juah winked at her.
“Ahem, is this the special recruitment new employee?”
Juah emphasized the word ‘special’ with a playful tone. Sojung, surprised that the executive director of Dallikoffee was aware of a new employee like Haeyeon, quickly nodded in agreement.
Haeyeon, feeling her face heat up, quickly greeted her. She needed to cut this short before Juah decided to stir up more trouble.
“Hello, I am Min Haeyeon from the management support team.”
“Oh, there’s no need for such formalities. But I’m curious about our new employee’s impression of joining us. How about we go over there and have lunch together? I heard there’s a rumor that you received the highest score in this special recruitment.”
While Juah needlessly added more to the conversation with a meaningful look, Haeyeon awkwardly laughed and bowed her head in embarrassment.
“Deputy Manager, please eat a lot.”
Haeyeon changed the topic and started serving rice onto Sojung’s tray. Sojung, still dazed, whispered to Haeyeon.
“How does Executive Director Juah even know you? It’s strange because she’s famously known for having face blindness.”
“Face blindness?”
“Yes, it’s famous. For example, Juah’s secretary has been with her for three years, but she still gets her name wrong.”
“Ah.”
It was hard to keep a straight face. No doubt, Juah would be the one to do so. In fact, it wasn’t until two years into their friendship that Juah finally got Haeyeon’s name right, not calling her ‘Hye’ but ‘Hae’.
Juah had always been somewhat laid-back, tending to gloss over small details. How could it be that her brother Yoojoon, who was so sharp at work, had such a starkly different sister?
“Oh? Min Haeyeon, Juah went that way. You should go.”
“Yes. Enjoy your meal, Deputy Manager.”
“Sure. Don’t be nervous.”
Sojung encouraged her. Haeyeon smiled at her and then scowled as she turned away. Thankfully, Juah had chosen a table in the farthest corner of the cafeteria.
As Haeyeon approached, Juah smirked playfully, leaving her speechless. Conscious of the people around, Haeyeon bowed again.
“Hello, nice to meet you.”
Juah, who had greeted her kindly, then leaned forward so that others at the next table couldn’t hear. She teased Haeyeon with a look that said, ‘Why didn’t you come sooner? Do you think this unni has to wait for you?’ and then bragged.
“How is it? Our company’s food is good, right?”
Indeed, the food at Dallikoffee was impressive enough even for Haeyeon, who had been learning to cook since her teens. But something about Juah seemed more excited than usual, leading Haeyeon to ask.
“You seem especially happy today?”
“Is it obvious?”
“Very.”
Finally, Juah calmed down a bit and scratched her cheek.
“I just can’t calm down after hearing that Team Manager Shin left.”
As expected, Juah’s excitement stemmed from the news of Team Manager Shin’s resignation. Seeing Juah, an executive, happier than the employees, Haeyeon couldn’t help but smile softly.
“He came in last night with all the dirt he had done, confessing everything.”
Juah complained about how busy she had been at the office because of this. Knowing she was the one who had instigated Shin’s confession, Haeyeon felt a tinge of guilt listening to Juah.
“Whoever made Shin, no, Shin Gyu-sik, confess like that really deserves a blessing.”
Continuously whining, Juah then looked at Haeyeon with a meaningful gaze, seemingly probing. Haeyeon brazenly smiled.
“They really do deserve a blessing.”
Muttering, Haeyeon sipped her soup. The food at Dallikoffee’s cafeteria was indeed delicious.
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.
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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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