My Husband's Scandal (Completed Main Story) - Chapter 14
Kang Hyun’s Bali shoot ended earlier than scheduled, so in the end, Yoon’s Bali sightseeing had to be postponed to next time.
‘I definitely have to come again next time with Grandfather and Grandmother.’
Yoon felt regretful but turned her steps, thinking she had to bring the two of them next time.
At the airport, she had a little free time and was able to stop by the duty-free shop. Excited by the unexpectedly cheap prices, she ended up buying a ton of cosmetics and supplements for Ho Sik and Ok Soon.
Because of that, her carry-on was about to burst, so she had no choice but to borrow space in Cheol Young’s suitcase.
“I’m sorry.”
“No, it’s fine. I don’t have much luggage, so there’s plenty of room. By the way, may I ask who the gifts are for?”
“My maternal grandfather and grandmother.”
Yoon carefully placed the gift bundles into Cheol Young’s suitcase as she answered. Kang Hyun had already left the airport with Woo Jin and the others, so Yoon got into Cheol Young’s car.
“The boss has shooting schedules starting the day after tomorrow, so he’ll rest until tomorrow.”
“Ah… yes.”
Still, Cheol Young always kept her informed about Kang Hyun’s schedule. Thanks to that, she could know at least some things about him.
In particular, Cheol Young had explained almost until her ears were calloused why Kang Hyun had no choice but to shoot even on their honeymoon.
“It’s absolutely not because the boss dislikes Madam. It’s really because the shooting schedule is insanely tight. You know that, right?”
Yet while saying this, he couldn’t quite look her straight in the eye.
Yoon gazed out the window. She suddenly felt like just going straight to the house where Ho Sik and Ok Soon lived and resting there.
To her, the house where Ho Sik and Ok Soon lived was her real home.
A little while later, Yoon and Cheol Young arrived at Kang Hyun’s apartment. It was only her second time here since coming to drop off luggage last time, but the place still felt completely unfamiliar.
Yoon went up to the second floor where her room was. Last time she had only briefly entered her room before coming back down, so she hadn’t looked around properly—the second floor was quite spacious too.
With the living room in between, she could see the master room further inside. That was probably the room Kang Hyun used.
There was another room across from the master room, making three rooms just on the second floor. The living room was smaller than the one on the first floor, but it had a separate dining area, so independent living on the second floor was possible.
Yet no matter how big this house was, the only space allowed to her was probably just her own room, she thought. Just like when she used to live in Seongbuk-dong.
After sneaking a quick glance at the door to Kang Hyun’s room, Yoon entered hers. After unpacking, she called Ok Soon.
—It’s our Yoon. You’re here?
A smile appeared on Yoon’s face at Ok Soon’s affectionate voice.
“Yes. I just got home. You’re at work, right?”
—Yeah. I came to work. So, did you have fun?
“Yes. I had a lot of fun. I bought gifts, so I’ll stop by when you have time.”
—What gifts? Where did you get money for that?
“There are places that sell expensive, good stuff really cheap. I got expensive things super cheaply there.”
—Really? There are places like that?
At Ok Soon’s words, Yoon’s heart ached thinking of Ho Sik and Ok Soon who had never traveled abroad.
“I’ll definitely take Grandfather and Grandmother on an overseas trip.”
—Oh goodness, you only go to places like that when you’re young. What would old people do there? We’re too old and tired to travel now.
“You haven’t even turned seventy yet—what do you mean old? We have to go together.”
—You go enjoy all the good places yourself. That’ll be enough.
Talking to Ok Soon on the phone made Yoon miss her so much she felt like crying.
“I’ll come home in a few days.”
—What about Mr. Cha?
Though they had never met their grandson-in-law in person, Ho Sik and Ok Soon had recently started calling Kang Hyun “Mr. Cha.”
“He came with me. I think he’s washing up.”
—Shouldn’t you go greet his family? And your own family too.
“I’ll do whatever Kang Hyun says.”
—Alright. Just do whatever Mr. Cha wants. But when going to the in-laws, don’t you need to bring food gifts? Does Congressman Seo’s side take care of everything?
“They take care of everything there.”
—I suppose they would.
Ok Soon’s voice seemed to sink a little. She probably felt drained because her granddaughter got married and she couldn’t do anything for her.
Yoon sighed. She wanted to pack her bags right now and go back to Ok Soon.
—Is there anything you want to eat? I’ll make it when you come.
“Cold elm noodles.”
—Just noodles?
“Noodles with the young radish kimchi Grandmother makes are the most delicious.”
Thinking of the three of them sitting together warmly eating brought tears to Yoon’s eyes; she wiped them away.
“I want to go home.”
—That place is your home now. You have to start putting your heart there.
“Yes.”
—You must be tired, so rest soon.
“Sigh, yes.”
Yoon looked around the unfamiliar room and went into the bathroom. Bath products that hadn’t been there last time were all prepared.
She had heard a helper came three times a week—the room and bathroom were spotless, not a speck of dust.
The shampoo and shower gel looked obviously expensive at a glance, so Yoon used only a tiny amount.
‘It must be because it’s expensive. The scent is nice.’
Thinking it wasn’t her house made even good things feel uncomfortable. Just as Yoon finished showering, wrapped a large towel around herself, and opened the bathroom door—
Kang Hyun was standing there like a wall, completely unexpected.
“Eek!”
Yoon nearly fell backward in surprise again, and Kang Hyun stretched out his arm to pull her in by the waist.
“Kyaa!”
Yoon screamed.
“Is there ever a day you don’t almost fall?”
Yoon, wrapped only in a towel, was pulled right into Kang Hyun’s arms.
His thick, solid arms held her back and waist tightly, leaving Yoon unable to move.
“L-let go of this…”
Yoon covered her flushed face with her hands and spoke to Kang Hyun. Only then did he release the arm around her waist.
“Hm!”
Kang Hyun cleared his throat, apparently finding the situation awkward too.
“Why do you come into someone else’s room without knocking?”
Yoon turned around, flustered, not knowing what to do.
“I did knock, but there was no answer, so I opened the door. That’s exactly when you suddenly opened the bathroom door.”
“Ah… okay. Please go out for now.”
Yoon glanced down at her barely covered body, her face burning, and continued stumbling over her words while covering herself with her hands.
Kang Hyun, who had been looking at her bare shoulders, quickly turned and opened the bedroom door.
“Got it. Get dressed and come out. I have something to say.”
“Yes.”
As soon as Kang Hyun left, Yoon quickly locked her bedroom door.
‘That scared me. I should have brought clothes into the bathroom.’
Yoon hurried into the dressing room.
Meanwhile, Kang Hyun was dumbfounded by the sound of the door locking the moment he stepped out.
“What the—!”
He had knocked, announced he was coming in loudly, and entered—yet suddenly he felt like a real pervert.
But truthfully, seeing Yoon fit perfectly into his arms, for a very brief moment his male instincts had stirred, just like when he held her in the pool last time.
‘I’m way too deprived.’
Kang Hyun shook his head, took a can of beer from the fridge, and chugged it.
The feel of her soft, slender waist kept coming back to him, making his chest feel stuffy for some reason. Her body that fit so perfectly in his arms was soft and supple—he hadn’t wanted to let go.
‘Cha Kang Hyun, get a grip.’
Yet the image of Yoon covering her red face with her pale hands, not knowing what to do, kept replaying, and the corners of Kang Hyun’s mouth kept lifting.
“She’s eighteen, my foot!”
He quickly finished one can and grabbed another.
“Anyway, I’m her husband, yet she freaks out every time she sees me. I’m not some stranger.”
Kang Hyun muttered while opening the beer can.
A little later, Yoon came out to the second-floor living room hesitantly, her hair still not fully dried.
Her pale face was slightly flushed from the shower.
Kang Hyun, staring at her rosy cheeks, suddenly gripped the can tighter. Because of that, the beer can crumpled with a crunch.
Yoon timidly approached the dining room where he stood, her cheeks pink.
“You said you had something to tell me…”
“Drink if you want.”
Kang Hyun lifted his beer can.
“No, I’m fine, I don’t need any.”
Kang Hyun then chugged the beer again. Strangely, he kept feeling thirsty.
“Ahh!”
After downing it, Kang Hyun put the can down and wiped his mouth once. Watching him, Yoon momentarily felt like she was watching a beer commercial.
She even suddenly wanted to try beer, which she didn’t even like. No wonder everything Kang Hyun advertised sold out instantly.
“We’re going to Hannam-dong tomorrow to greet them.”
“Ah. Yes.”
Yoon thought of Chairman Cha, her father-in-law who looked remarkably like Kang Hyun.
He had sharp eyes that made it hard to meet his gaze. The stern chairman she occasionally saw on the news had become her father-in-law.
“They say the lady who is my mother-in-law went on a trip to Japan.”
“Really?”
“Seongbuk-dong—we can go later or not, whatever.”
Seo Jung had finally fled to Japan, unable to handle Yoo Jin’s outbursts anymore. Either way, it was fortunate for Yoon. Her expression brightened a little.
“I’m going to sleep now. I’m a light sleeper, so be quiet. If you’re hungry, go downstairs to the kitchen and find something.”
“Then… may I go out for a bit?”
The call with Ok Soon had been on her mind the whole time, so Yoon wanted to go to Haesu City.
“Where?”
Kang Hyun perfectly tossed the can into the trash in one shot and asked her with a satisfied look.
“To my maternal grandparents’ house.”
“Maternal grandparents’ house?”
“Yes.”
In truth, Kang Hyun knew almost nothing about Yoon. Since they would part ways in three years anyway and he had no interest, he only knew she was Congressman Seo’s illegitimate daughter.
“What about your mother?”
“Mom… passed away when I was twelve.”
Yoon’s long eyelashes drooped.
“Really? So you grew up at your maternal grandparents’ house?”
“Yes. It was just the three of us—Grandfather, Grandmother, and me.”
Looking at Yoon’s clear face, Kang Hyun realized he knew far too little about her.
Since she would be his wife by his side for the next three years no matter what, he figured he should at least know the basics. He decided to have someone look into it soon.
“Can you go alone?”
“Of course. I just take the subway from here and transfer once. So, can I go now?”
“When going to your maternal grandparents’, shouldn’t you bring gifts?”
“I already bought some.”
“Really? Then… should I go with you?”
Kang Hyun stared at Yoon’s excited face and asked. Seeing how lively she looked, he wondered if her grandparents had some treasure hidden away.
“If Cha Kang Hyun suddenly shows up without notice, the two of them will feel burdened. Especially Grandmother—she’ll try to prepare food and everything. I’ll just go quickly by myself. We can match schedules and go together next time. And your shoot starts in two days, so you should rest today.”
“How long are you going to keep calling me Cha Kang Hyun?”
Kang Hyun was annoyed that Yoon always used his full name with surname. It felt like she was keeping distance.
“Then what should I call you?”
“The first time we met, you called me oppa just fine.”
“Ah… Should I call you oppa then?”
Actually, Kang Hyun didn’t like women calling him oppa.
“Just call me by my name. Drop the surname.”
“Okay. I’ll do that.”
Seeing Yoon already fidgeting as if she couldn’t wait to back into her room, one of Kang Hyun’s eyebrows shot up.
“Is there something that great at your grandparents’ house?”
“I think Grandmother is waiting for me.”
Kang Hyun slowly stepped closer, and Yoon stepped back bit by bit.
“Why do you always run away the moment you see me? Are you really that scared?”
He looked down at her seemingly frightened face and asked.
Because he was so tall and large, Yoon felt some kind of intimidating pressure.
His profile said 187 cm, but he seemed even taller in person. Definitely way over 190 cm.
‘Teacher Park Seung Yeop said he was 187 cm too, but he seems taller than that teacher.’
Plus, despite his flower-boy face, his body was built like a rugby player—rugged and muscular. Anyone would feel intimidated standing in front of Kang Hyun.
“You kind of look like a vampire…”
“Vampire? You mean my movie?”
At that, Kang Hyun narrowed his eyes just like in the film. Yoon flinched.
“Yes. I watched it not long ago.”
“Really?”
Moreover, whenever she stood in front of him, her neck always felt ticklish. It felt like he might flash his fangs and bite her neck any moment.
“Be careful. If you don’t want to get bitten.”
Sure enough, Kang Hyun stared intently at her neck and said.
Her pure white neck actually looked quite appetizing, so Kang Hyun deliberately licked his lips.
“Should I take a bite?”
At his words, Yoon quickly covered her neck with her hand.
“…Then, I’ll get ready and go to Grandmother’s house now.”
Yoon backed away hesitantly and slipped into her room before he could grab her.
“She ran away again.”
Having only ever seen women cling to him, Yoon—who was always quick to flee the moment she saw him—kept getting on Kang Hyun’s nerves.
“Keep doing that. If you keep annoying me, I might really bite you.”
Kang Hyun smacked his lips while staring at her bedroom door.
Male lead is a Love-Obsessed Merman
When he discovers she has gone, he risks everything to pursue her on land, enduring agonizing pain to transform his tail into human legs…
One-line summary: Male lead chases female lead. The male lead’s love is a bit sick, an invincible love brain.
Synopsis
During a voyage at sea, Jiang Yang accidentally captures a merman.
Servant: I heard that mermen are fierce and brutal.
Jiang Yang looks at the merman obediently rubbing her palm like a puppy: “You call this fierce and brutal?”
Servant: I heard that mermen have no human nature.
Jiang Yang looks at the merman with wet puppy eyes, obsessively calling her ‘A Yang’ like a childish infant: “You call this having no human nature?”
With great difficulty, she releases the merman back into the sea and returns to shore.
Who would have thought that in less than half a month, the merman, who should have been freely wandering in the South China Sea, would shed his scales, endure the pain of losing his tail, transform into human legs, and come ashore to find her?
He kneels at her feet, rubbing her palm, with merman tears rolling down: “A Yang, don’t abandon me.”
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Maldito jefe de curso y maldito exnovio, son basuras, tratando mal a los abuelitos de Yoon, ojalá queden en vergüenza los dos. Por otro lado, pensé que Kang Hyun iba a tardar más en llegar, que bueno que no alargaron tanto el drama. Finalmente, sospecho que la madrastra de Kang Hyun estuvo detrás de esto.
Maldito jefe de curso y maldito exnovio, son basuras, tratando mal a los abuelitos de Yoon, ojalá queden en vergüenza los dos. Por otro lado, pensé que Kang Hyun iba a tardar más en llegar, que bueno que no alargaron tanto el drama. Finalmente, sospecho que la madrastra de Kang Hyun estuvo detrás de esto.