“Shouldn’t I bring Director Na back? It seems like you’re waiting for him.”
In response to Hae-in’s words, the head of the legal department looked toward the defendant’s seat. When his gaze met with Song Kang, who was glaring at him, he closed his eyes tightly and bowed deeply.
The head of the legal department headed toward where Song Kang was standing.
“Director…”
Song Kang watched what kind of excuse the head of the legal department would make. The head of the legal department refrained from saying anything because he didn’t want to show the embarrassing scene of scolding Song Kang in front of his subordinates.
Song Kang also thought it was fortunate that the head of the legal department had at least a bit of pride left.
“Are all the attorneys participating in this case here among the employees present?”
“Yes, except for the 10 legal office lawyers conducting document research, all others have participated.”
The head of the legal department answered in a subdued voice.
“After this time, we will change players. Attorney Cha Hae-in will take charge of this case.”
“Director! How can you say that in such a critical situation… Even if you decide to avoid detention, it’s not too late.”
The head of the legal department had no intention of saying words that would help avoid detention.
Other attorneys, excluding Hae-in, were greatly bewildered, but it felt shamelessly obvious that the head of the legal department perceived this statement as a matter of course.
“An insincere defense, I don’t need it either.”
The legal office attorneys who had been under the command of the head of the legal department all this time now grasped the situation. They had suspected to some extent, but there was no one willing to confront the head of the legal department to uncover the truth.
Song Kang looked up and glanced at each member of his defense team. Then, he continued with words that were not easy to utter.
“Anyone who doesn’t want to follow my instructions can leave right now without going through the resignation process.”
No defense attorney dared to openly show opposition to Song Kang.
Even if there was a behind-the-scenes figure like Lady Geum Moran behind the head of the legal department, it was a challenging situation. The attorneys nodded calmly, indicating their willingness to follow Song Kang.
“In future schedules, the head of the legal department should not say a word. Unless he wishes for my arrest, that is.”
The head of the legal department was just breathing heavily.
“Got it, right?”
“Yes, we understand.”
Song Kang headed to the waiting room with Hae-in. Inside the waiting room, prepared lunch boxes were placed, but he had already eaten all the food.
“Director, I apologize for not reporting earlier. I checked here and confirmed that I was also omitted from the list.”
Unless the head of the legal department was a fool, he would have felt that information from the legal office was leaking to Song Kang.
Even internal employees of Tae Sung’s legal office would have been cautious, and among them, Hae-in, who was already under suspicion, would have been the most doubtful figure. So, it wasn’t surprising that he was excluded from the attendance list.
“Attorney Cha Hae-in was undoubtedly a person who didn’t have time to report. I understand.”
Hae-in took out Director Na Song Kang’s phone that she had been keeping and handed it to him.
While talking with Hae-in, Song Kang turned on the phone. He hoped there might be a call from La-in, but as usual, it was all about business-related absence.
Then, Hae-in’s phone rang. It was a call from La-in.
“Director, may I take this call for a moment? It’s Prosecutor Jin La-in.”
Song Kang felt a bit disappointed. It was surprising that Hae-in received the call before him… He thought that communication among legal professionals would be smoother, but he couldn’t help but feel a bit hurt.
“Yes, Senior. The atmosphere wasn’t… particularly good or bad. As expected, the prosecution submitted evidence related to overseas schedules and attendance. There’s one thing that bothers me.”
“What is it?”
Hae-in’s expression became serious at La-in’s last request. And she quickly began to jot down what La-in was saying. Song Kang was curious about why the two of them were having such a serious conversation.
“If the prosecution doesn’t want to hear nonsense, they might do that. Prosecutor Yoon Nan-seul might overlook it.”
“Yes, I understand what you’re saying. Well then…”
At the end of the call from La-in, Hae-in paused. Then, she glanced at Song Kang.
“They said they won’t go as far as visiting me in prison, but they will wait…”
Song Kang nodded briefly. He didn’t want to meet her in such a place.
“Director, I hope Senior doesn’t come. The weather is too cold, and there’s news of rain.”
After Hae-in spoke, a brief silence followed.
Soon, the call between the two ended.
“Attorney Cha, how was the atmosphere in the courtroom from your perspective? What did Prosecutor Jin La-in say?”
With little time left, they had limited words to exchange, limited words to hear. The short break time passed quickly.
Seated again in the courtroom, Song Kang calmly composed himself.
The head of the legal department, sitting at the attorney’s table, had an uncomfortable expression, as if there were sand in his mouth. Following Song Kang’s instructions, he couldn’t utter any arguments.
The atmosphere in the prosecutor’s seat wasn’t favorable either. Nan-seul was searching for evidence. Her face had a denser color than before. Ju-hyuk, who had been silent, quickly scanned the evidence list and made a firm expression.
“If this is how it’s going to be, don’t suggest sitting together in the future. What do you expect to achieve by showing this evidence?”
Ju-hyuk spoke with a low and firm voice. Since the evidence Nan-seul was about to submit could be favorable to Song Kang, it bothered him.
“Just watch. So many from Tae Sung have come, even waiting outside the courtroom. It’s just about filling the seats, you know?”
Nan-seul said quietly to Ju-hyuk’s ear. Then, she handed over the evidence material she had prepared to the court clerk. Ju-hyuk clenched his molars.
“Evidence submitted by Tae Sung. It creates confusion in the investigation with evidence different from the truth.”
Hae-in examined the evidence displayed on the screen. It was a document acknowledging Na Song Kang’s wrongdoing from Tae Sung’s side, and Hae-in was seeing it for the first time.
That document was the evidence that the head of the legal department leaked to the prosecution. However, what puzzled Hae-in was why the prosecution would present that evidence during the substantive review of the arrest warrant.
It was evidence that could give the impression of actively cooperating with the investigation.
“Prosecutor, right now, it’s not the trial but the substantive review of the arrest warrant…”
“Attorney, where are you interfering?”
Ju-hyuk accurately pointed out the point Hae-in was worried about. Then, Yoon Nan-seul raised her voice, revealing the sensitivity she had been holding back.
Everyone had an attitude that would frown. Song Kang was also uncomfortable, but he remained expressionless.
“Oh, the attorney’s claim is correct. Prosecution, this content seems like evidence showing that there’s no need for an arrest investigation, isn’t it? Aren’t you diligently providing the necessary information to the prosecution?”
The presiding judge intervened from the center, and Nan-seul’s face turned red.
Ju-hyuk calmly obtained the right to speak. As he stepped forward, Song Kang and Hae-in tensed slightly. It was expected that he would present a different argument than Nan-seul, which was different from her.
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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