My Husband's Lover (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 13
“Ugh—, Mr. Do Ha—.”
“Yes, Hae Yeon. Let’s go inside now.”
Do Ha gently coaxed Hae Yeon, who was completely out of it, speaking in a familiar tone. Overwhelmed by her swirling emotions, Hae Yeon had kept drinking until she finally surpassed her limit and ended up in her current state.
“It’s just—I’m trying to say something.”
“Oh, Hae Yeon, why are you like this?”
Do Ha, who had been staring at her blankly, brought his face close to her flushed cheeks, reddened by alcohol. Even today, the faint scent of soap tickled his nose. The subtle fragrance of her skin at a distance so close it nearly touched his cheek made Do Ha smile tenderly—until Hae Yeon’s next words stopped him dead.
“I just… I don’t understand why you’ve been acting like this lately, Mr. Do Ha.”
An abrupt silence instantly blanketed the air. In the garden cloaked by quiet darkness, only the eerie sound of the wind filled the stillness.
“I tried to understand, but… it still hurts so much.”
A soft, sniffling sound followed—Hae Yeon was crying. Do Ha, frozen mid-reach toward her, wordlessly brushed away a strand of hair stuck to her cheek. Whether from the alcohol or some other reason, his hand instinctively moved to her reddened eyes, and as he gently stroked her temple, his fingers trembled slightly.
“…I’m sorry. I’m really sorry, Hae Yeon.”
Afraid that Hae Yeon, drowsy from intoxication and nodding off, might wake if he held her properly, Do Ha offered an apology that couldn’t quite reach her.
In truth, he knew exactly why she was like this. He understood the meaning behind her words before she got drunk, what she truly meant by saying she wanted to travel, and even sensed the faint resentment mixed in—but he couldn’t honestly respond, and guilt weighed heavily on him.
“It’s because I lacked the courage.”
Unable to say this to her while she was conscious, Do Ha confessed as if in penance, hoping his words might somehow reach her even in a dream. Once Hae Yeon fell completely asleep, he gently lifted her into his arms and slowly began to walk.
The lingering image of Hae Yeon tearfully pouring her heart out drifted slowly ahead down the hallway. The cruel gap of time separating them stung sharply. Do Ha clenched his jaw, sighed softly, and deep hollows formed on his cheeks.
* * *
“You’re insane, Min Hae Yeon!”
Having grown up moving between relatives’ homes and helping with housework from an early age, Hae Yeon had developed the habit of waking up naturally at dawn—even after drinking late into the night. Yet here she was, in this pathetic state.
Grimacing from thirst and a pounding headache, Hae Yeon suddenly jolted awake as a fragment from last night flashed through her mind.
—“Pour me more soju! Mr. Do Ha, I want to drink!”
Mortified, Hae Yeon’s cheeks instantly flushed red, and she covered her face with her hands as belated embarrassment washed over her.
“Aaargh—.”
Though ashamed in front of Do Ha, she didn’t even realize how much she’d drunk last night—and now, utterly defeated by her hangover, she had no energy to move. She hadn’t even noticed the bed beside her was empty.
As Hae Yeon lay helplessly suffering in bed, someone gently spoke to her in a kind voice.
“Hae Yeon, are you okay?”
“Ugh… yeah…?”
“If you’re awake, at least drink this.”
How could a man look so fresh every single day? Whether morning or evening, Do Ha’s good looks remained unchanged. Perhaps because her hangover hadn’t fully worn off, her already handsome husband looked even more strikingly handsome.
“Here.”
He whispered gently and held out a glass of water. She licked her dry lips and took a sip—it tasted sweet with a hint of tartness.
Normally she would’ve enjoyed it, but this morning felt too overwhelming. As she pretended to drink and tried to set the cup down, Do Ha caught her hand.
“You need to drink more.”
“Haha. Thank you, Mr. Do Ha.”
Hae Yeon forced an awkward smile. After last night’s drunken episode, she was already embarrassed—but now he’d personally prepared a hangover drink for her? She was mortified to death.
“Don’t mention it.”
Do Ha gave a relaxed smile. Seeing that smile, Hae Yeon suddenly felt braver. She wasn’t sure whether she’d made a huge mistake last night or not. Frowning slightly, she carefully asked, worried she might have acted even worse in front of him.
“But, Mr. Do Ha… did I maybe… last night…”
“Hae Yeon, do you want more to drink? But you drank a lot last night, so let’s stop now.”
Before she could even properly ask, Do Ha’s smooth reply made Hae Yeon’s cheeks burn. Clearly treating her like a drunken fool, yet feeling guilty about her behavior last night, she simply lowered her head meekly.
“…Yeah…”
Watching Hae Yeon sit dejectedly against the headboard like a scolded puppy, Do Ha gave a teasing smile and spoke, as if trying to cheer her up.
“Hae Yeon.”
“…Yeah, Mr. Do Ha?”
“Did you really want to go on a trip that badly?”
Hae Yeon raised an eyebrow. Even though those were her own words, hearing them from Do Ha’s smiling lips made her oddly irritated—but his next words instantly soothed her churning stomach.
“Yes. Even if we can’t go far, let’s at least take a short trip together.”
His voice, deeper than usual in the morning, carried such warmth that instead of just lifting her mood, it filled her with excitement.
“Really?”
For some reason, her pink lips whispered the word. Remembering how boldly she’d spoken to Do Ha last night made her blush, but the idea of traveling together thrilled her—and the whole mix of emotions left her flustered yet exhilarated.
Do Ha chuckled softly, took her hand, and playfully pressed his lips firmly onto her palm.
“Really.”
Her heart wasn’t racing because of Do Ha’s kiss. It had been so long since they’d had time truly alone together. Because Do Ha was always busy, she hadn’t even considered traveling until now—and the thought brought tears to her eyes. Trying to suppress her overwhelming emotions like she was sprinting, she took a deep breath and cried out.
“Okay!”
“It’d be perfect if today were the weekend. Aren’t you tired?”
As Do Ha got ready for work, Hae Yeon asked him. They decided to figure out specific travel plans later and finished breakfast together.
“Yeah. Just seeing Min Hae Yeon smile makes all my tiredness disappear.”
His warm hand on her shoulder felt gentle. As Hae Yeon waved goodbye to Do Ha leaving through the garden, she furrowed her brow slightly, remembering something she needed to do. She’d postponed it for too long, half-excusing herself with lack of time and half-admitting the truth.
It was going to the hospital.
Of course, there was another reason she hadn’t gone. In the current situation where Lee Su Rin was watching her closely, visiting the hospital might give Su Rin—or even Chairwoman Yoon—a perfect opportunity to strike. But if she kept avoiding it out of fear, she’d never move forward.
“I have to go.”
Determined, Hae Yeon left the house. With about a week until she started work at Dalg Coffee, now was the perfect time to get checked.
The hospital Hae Yeon chose was a bit far from her neighborhood. Thinking she’d need various tests, she opted for a large hospital. Though she’d made an appointment, the place was so crowded she had to wait past her scheduled time. While waiting, she replied to some messages—until her name was finally called.
“Min Hae Yeon.”
Hae Yeon took a deep breath at the announcement and stood up. Her chest fluttered unpleasantly, but she ignored it and entered the consultation room. She explained her situation to the doctor, who spoke with her and made a diagnosis.
“In cases like yours, patients usually come in fully aware themselves.”
Hae Yeon nodded in agreement. The result was exactly what she’d expected. But she hadn’t come all this way just to confirm this obvious fact—so she waited for the doctor’s next words.
“The cause can vary. It could be from a strong physical impact to the brain, medication, or an illness. Most commonly, though, it’s severe stress or psychological trauma.”
Hae Yeon’s heart grew heavy.
Just how had she lost her memory? Even if she couldn’t know the exact reason right now, at least the test results might show her which direction to take next. That way, she could get some help uncovering the secret.
According to the doctor, when someone loses memories, it’s rarely everything—it’s usually information connected to the cause that disappears. Hearing this, Hae Yeon resolved to focus her investigation on the evidence she’d found while proving her amnesia.
“It might never fully recover—or it might return naturally. Unexpected memories often resurface in daily life, so don’t be too impatient.”
After the consultation, she scheduled appointments for an MRI and EEG. Because the hospital was large and appointments were backlogged, the earliest available slot was a month away—so she settled for that and left.
“Sigh—.”
On the drive home, Hae Yeon’s mind was tangled. The doctor’s final comment, which she’d only processed later, had hit her hard.
Until now, she’d been so focused on unraveling matters related to Do Ha that figuring out why she’d lost her memory had taken a backseat. But after the consultation, an uncontrollable curiosity wouldn’t leave her thoughts.
Why did I lose my memory?
As she concentrated on that question, her mind grew hazy. She closed her eyes briefly to steady herself—when suddenly her phone rang. Picking it up from the passenger seat, she saw the caller and a relieved smile spread across her lips. Her head ached, but this call gave her a moment to catch her breath.
It was Miss.
Smiling, Hae Yeon tapped to answer.
* * *
“Welcome.”
The chief secretary of CH Myce bowed politely to the visitor. Having just received a call from the lobby, she’d been waiting in advance. Knowing full well both the visitor’s status and her relationship with her boss Do Ha, the secretary bowed even more respectfully. Chairwoman Yoon Myeong Gil strode confidently into the CEO’s office.
The office was silent. Do Ha had been informed beforehand of Chairwoman Yoon’s visit, yet he remained seated without even glancing at her. Though mother and son, they exchanged not even the most basic greetings—something so routine neither of them minded.
With an ambiguous smile that wasn’t quite a smile, Chairwoman Yoon walked to the center of the table and sat down on the plush couch without the room owner’s permission. Seeing Do Ha’s icy demeanor across from her, she deliberately raised an eyebrow.
“You seem busy. Well, I suppose you have no choice.”
“Just state your purpose, Chairwoman. As you said, I’m busy.”
Even Do Ha’s blunt reply, dripping with annoyance, couldn’t wipe the elegant smile from Myeong Gil’s face. Do Ha was relentlessly professional and cold—so much so that anyone with a weaker disposition would instinctively bow their head. But regardless of his expression, Myeong Gil calmly continued.
“I’d be fine even if you weren’t that busy.”
Accepting the tea brought by the secretary, Myeong Gil spoke casually. Anyone else hearing her say she’d be fine even if her son—the heir of Gil Myeong Group—was failing in business would surely find it strange. But Do Ha knew she meant it.
“Chairwoman.”
Do Ha’s voice came out heavy, his expression frosty—so cold it felt like the office temperature had dropped several degrees. Yet Myeong Gil simply grinned.
“That girl visited Daechi-dong yesterday.”
“I know.”
Do Ha’s reply remained monotonous. Myeong Gil crossed her legs comfortably and rested one elbow crookedly on the armrest.
This was her typical “superior” posture. Her eyes, lifted smoothly in a way that belied her age, fixed sharply on Do Ha.
Sometimes Myeong Gil wondered what exactly filled that head of his—he never got easily riled up, even by challenges verging on provocation, and rarely showed emotion. Was it good, since it helped business? She gave a faint chuckle.
“She told me she probably won’t be able to visit Daechi-dong anymore because she’ll be working at the company. She’s become quite reckless.”
“I see.”
His curt, emotionless answers were almost refreshingly unburdensome. But enduring this attitude throughout their conversation left her irritated. It was a kind of “tribal aversion,” though Myeong Gil remained unaware of it herself.
“Your mother was so upset.”
“Chairwoman Yoon.”
Finally, provoked by her petulance, Do Ha met her gaze directly. Myeong Gil had deliberately used the word “mother”—a term Do Ha particularly disliked—to provoke a reaction. Ever since he’d started calling her “Chairwoman” instead of “Mother” long ago, he only responded when she insisted on using “mother” like this.
“You remember our contract, right?”
At her serious question, Do Ha’s already cold expression turned to ice.
“You should uphold the contract yourself, Chairwoman.”
“Of course. Isn’t it almost time?”
Do Ha offered no reply. Myeong Gil, too, felt no further conversation was needed. Her smile remained warm, her demeanor tranquil—but her thoughts were utterly unreadable.
Do Ha’s expression was equally inscrutable. The only difference was Chairwoman Yoon concealed her feelings behind a smile, while Do Ha erased all expression entirely.
As Chairwoman Yoon Myeong Gil exited the office, CH Myce’s executive secretaries all rose in unison to see her off. Watching her leave, Do Ha thought of Hae Yeon.
—“Don’t worry too much. You always disliked how I didn’t do anything, right? Since I said I’d work, you must be pleased.”
He didn’t fully believe those words—but what exactly had happened for Chairwoman Yoon to come personally the very next day?
Standing up and walking to the window, Do Ha stared into the void, his gaze sharp as a needle. His heightened sensitivity stemmed from Chairwoman Yoon’s mention of the contract.
The situation was dire. If Chairwoman Yoon targeted Hae Yeon while he couldn’t properly protect her—
Do Ha ran his hands over his face. Though Chairwoman Yoon likely wouldn’t directly harm Hae Yeon while monitoring his reactions, that might actually create an even more serious problem. He picked up his phone and made a call.
[Hello?]“Ms. Joo Ah, this is Cha Do Ha. Are you free right now?”
Do Ha’s eyes sharpened with alertness. If he couldn’t act openly while Chairwoman Yoon was watching, he’d simply have to borrow someone else’s hands.
Male lead is a clingy little husband
One-line summary: The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
Introduction:
One day, Lu Yuner’s soul transmigrates into a female-dominant world. She enters the Imperial Academy and takes up the position of a doctoral instructor, teaching classes and grading schoolwork.
One day, she encounters the young prince Su Qingwan secretly skipping class from the male academy.
As a result, Su Qingwan is punished.
From then on, Su Qingwan sees Lu Yuner as a “thorn in his side”.
But before long, this “thorn” becomes the person he cherishes most, and he goes to great lengths to win Lu Yuner’s affection.
Mini scene 1:
One day, the sun is high in the sky but Su Qingwan still hasn’t gotten up for class.
Servant Xiaoyuan: “Young prince, it’s time for class. You’ll be late otherwise.”
Su Qingwan says arrogantly: “I’m not going. I am the esteemed prince, my status is so noble, why should I suffer this hardship? Besides, isn’t learning all this just to please women? Hmph, they’re not worthy!”
Mini scene 2:
After Su Qingwan falls for someone, he completely changes. He no longer skips class and diligently learns how to be a good husband and father. But he discovers that Sister Yuner is always surrounded by admirers.
Drunk and overcome with jealousy one day, he clings to Lu Yuner, crying beautifully like a pear blossom in the rain.
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan likes Sister Yuner.”
Lu Yuner: “Young prince, you’re drunk.”
Su Qingwan: “Qingwan isn’t drunk. Qingwan likes Sister Yuner, likes you so much, likes you to bits…” Before he can finish, Lu Yuner’s eyes flash with emotion and she leans in closer.
[Reading Guide]
1. The female lead is gentle, gracious, humble and polite but not weak. The male lead is initially an arrogant, noble, love-deprived brat, later a cute, clingy, scheming little jealous one.
2. 1v1, a bit torturous in the beginning but definitely sweet later on.
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