“The operation of Taesung’s funds was transparent. Nothing could go out without Na Song-kang’s approval. So, any incidents that happened outside Na Song-kang’s vision would not have occurred.”
Mentioning ‘outside Na Song-kang’s vision’ was aimed at the Future Strategy Division. Chairman Na’s temples were getting tenser. He couldn’t deny La-in’s words, so he became angrier.
“I couldn’t find the source of this fund. How about you, Chairman?”
The question La-in threw at him shook Chairman Na’s emotions. La-in predicted that Chairman Na would attribute the source of the flowing funds to the Future Strategy Division and threw the question at him.
An adult like him couldn’t have failed to understand that statement. Instead, it might have seemed like he was being ridiculed, making him angrier.
Still, Chairman Na had a sense of dignity. He tried not to lose his temper and showed an effort to remain calm.
“I must have a reason for summoning you, Chairman, to this extent, right? We can’t conduct a trial based on speculation.”
“I wonder what kind of speculation you’re making.”
Feeling thirsty due to La-in’s evasive storytelling, Chairman Na openly asked her.
“It’s a reasonable suspicion that Chairman, since the creation of the Future Strategy Division, may not have received a report on this embezzled amount even once… just a speculation.”
La-in somewhat opened an exit for Chairman Na to escape from this case.
Fortunately, quick-witted Chairman Na understood La-in’s intention. However, he couldn’t grasp why Prosecutor Jin La-in was taking this attitude.
La-in handed a paper, pieced together like a mosaic, to Chairman Na. Chairman Na examined the paper with a serious expression.
“What is this…?”
It was a collage of torn pieces from the shredder found in Deputy Director Na Song-rim’s office during the search and seizure.
“It came from Deputy Director Na Song-rim’s office.”
However, the document’s format belonged to the Future Strategy Division.
“The security level of the Future Strategy Division is quite high, to the extent that it’s nearly impossible for most people to access it. Was Na Song-rim also related to the Future Strategy Division?”
Chairman Na didn’t say anything and only moved his eyes. The confident gaze from a moment ago became unexpectedly shaky and uneasy.
“Chairman… You don’t need to believe all the evidence presented by the prosecution. We also have a lot of evidence.”
The head prosecutor spoke to Chairman Na with a stiff voice. However, Chairman Na seemed not to hear any sound, his eyes just moved.
“We’ve already given you several chances.”
Chairman Na seemed to understand La-in’s words immediately and let out a deep sigh.
“Chairman… You should have noticed during Na Song-kang’s trial. I find it really curious. Did you know? Or are you pretending not to know even though you know?”
Chairman Na, who left Song-kang neglected, was resented. La-in’s voice was sharp. Whether he knew or not, it was a question that would not benefit Chairman Na in any way.
“Na Song-rim and Na Song-woon are still blaming Na Song-kang. Everyone says everything Na Song-kang did. Why did we have the trial for such a long time? It’s self-loathing as a legal professional.”
Chairman Na was shocked by the story he hadn’t heard so far. It felt like a strong blow to the back of the head, but he made a tremendous effort to protect his last bit of dignity.
“Na Song-kang knew that he was a sacrificial lamb, but he took countless risks in case there was harm to Taesung.”
In response to La-in’s following words, Chairman Na’s eyes once again shook significantly.
“In case harm came to your father. There is evidence that has not been revealed. With just that evidence, you could either face imprisonment or avoid it.”
“Hmm… Do I believe this entire statement?”
Chairman Na couldn’t bear to listen any longer and revealed an irritated expression. His voice was already trembling.
“You don’t have to believe. It has nothing to do with me. It won’t affect this investigation. I’m just giving you the last chance to maintain honor as a father.”
“I trust my family and my employees like my own limbs. I won’t forgive any more attempts to deceive me with such intrigues.”
“What about this? My investigative career may not be very long, but in the worst case, such things have happened.”
Without a clear purpose, she rambled on for a long time.
“On your way home today, why don’t you take a look at the will? I suspect there might be a will different from Chairman’s intentions.”
As if a thief had stepped on his foot, the legal affairs chief got agitated, snapping.
“Prosecutor Jin La-in! Isn’t this going too far! Are you deceiving our Chairman with stories unrelated to the current investigation?”
La-in wasn’t surprised by the reaction she anticipated.
“Yeah, it would have been nice if you had come out with the embezzler like Son Song-ran. Thanks for the hard work, lawyers.”
Chairman Na didn’t hear La-in’s words as mere sarcasm.
“Jin La-in, I said prosecutor.”
Once again, La-in didn’t give any response.
“If what you said to me now is deceit, I won’t just let Prosecutor Jin go. Be prepared to strip.”
“Just clothes?”
Her confidence made everyone uneasy. Chairman Na placed the documents he was holding on the desk and boldly spoke.
“Instead, if all this turns out to be true, actively cooperate with Prosecutor Jin La-in’s investigation. One more thing. Anyone, including the legal affairs chief, will not be forgiven.”
He didn’t mention ‘anyone’ anymore, but it was easy to guess who it was. Son Song-ran and her children… Chairman Na, who wanted to believe in Son Song-ran until the end, although he didn’t know about the children, was deeply moved.
La-in seemed too harsh on Chairman Na, but on the other hand, her anger wasn’t completely relieved. Compared to the suffering Song-kang endured, any apology seemed trivial, and the sense of guilt disappeared.
“In that case, let’s stop here for today. When you come next time, be more prepared to listen. Then, I’ll provide you with more facts at that time.”
When La-in stood up, Chairman Na swayed for a moment but then opened his eyes wide, regaining his composure. La-in hesitated but didn’t reach out or make any moves to support Chairman Na.
“Chairman! Are you okay!”
Chairman Na raised his hand, stopping everyone.
“Enough. Those who like to talk, stop before you start yelling about health issues.”
Chairman Na managed to stand up alone.
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.
