Seji grabbed her throbbing head.

“Do you understand now? Whom you’ve touched. If you wanted to ruin Seotaein, you should have prevented the marriage.”

That was also a regret for Jeha.

“Sim Yuran, that woman said that. That Kang Nokhyun won’t take over the company; even the chairman gave up, saying it was a losing bet!”

Seji and Seyoung had already received a private consultation. After learning about Nokhyun from Yuran they handed the situation over to Taein. It was not a big deal. It was a public fact that the chairman of HK, crazed by the government, intended to hand over the company to the illegitimate child.

With that one choice, Taein and her positions had completely reversed.

At Seji’s words, Jeha burst into laughter.

“Even if Seotaein didn’t marry Kang Nokhyun, he would have eventually become the owner of Taekang.”

Jeha collected the smile on his face and spoke again.
“Se Seji, you’re a much smarter and stronger woman than you think.”

⭐️⭐️⭐️

Mora woke up quickly. As soon as she regained her strength, she promised Nokhyun to undergo surgery and focus on treatment.

The deep rift between Nokhyun and Mora couldn’t be filled in an instant, but the two were gradually making an effort.

“Mom! Sister! Let’s have chicken for dinner!”

Perhaps because her mind was at ease, Arin stuttered less. Especially the phrase “Let’s eat chicken” was as clear and rhythmic as ever.

“My sister for sure.”

Taein patted Arin’s head. Eunseon, Arin, and Taein were on their way to visit Mora.

Eunseon and Mora seemed to get along well. Despite speaking brusquely on the surface, Eunseon, with her tender demeanor, and Mora, who responded with clear eyes, somehow seemed to match well.

“Why do you keep bothering to come? It’s cold outside.”

When Mora made a tired face and said a word, Eunseon smiled brightly.

“Father-in-law will live for a long time. It’s because he has a dirty personality.”

“Taein looks just like his father, saying everything with a smile.”

“Hahaha, we hear that we look alike a lot.”

Mora laughed innocently and shook her head while looking at Eunseon.

“Arin, come here.”

“Yes, father-in-law!”

“Your words are so pretty and rhythmic. Eat this, you should eat it alone without giving it to mom and sister.”

“Wow, thank you!”

Mora handed Arin a hidden box of chocolates. Arin nestled in her arms, gave her a cheek kiss, and then got off the bed.

Eunseon and Taein looked at Arin with satisfaction. Arin, who had received plenty of love, had become brighter, like a child who had grown up.

“It’s time to go…”

Mora muttered, looking at the clock on the wall.

Soon, the door to the hospital room opened, and Ike and Nokhyun entered.

They held various items in their hands.

“I asked them to buy some things since Arin is going to school soon.”

Mora said, raising her chin with enthusiasm.

Nokhyun and Ike placed the items they bought on the table.

Bags, school supplies, a favorite robot, puzzles, and everything else were for Arin.

“Is this really mine?”

Surprised, Arin stuttered. Nokhyun nodded, and Arin grabbed Taein’s hand and shook it.

“Can I really go to school?”

“Yes.”

“Thank you, brother-in-law. Ike unnie. I really like it!”

Arin shared the tangerines she had put in her pocket with Mora, Nokhyun, and Ike.

Laughter burst out from all around at Arin’s adorable response.

“Sister, can I sleep here with mom?”

“…Huh? Here?”

“I slept here the day before yesterday. While watching a movie, mom fell asleep.”

“Mom needs to rest.”

As Taein quietly persuaded Arin, Mora chuckled, pretending to cough.

“Since Naju is not here today, you can sleep if you want. There’s another bed too.”
Usually, he might have teased her about what she’s talking about going to sleep, but he said it sneakily, worrying that Taein might take Arin and Eunseon.

Taein glanced back and forth between Mora and Arin.

Mora, except for Naju, was someone who didn’t know how to socialize. She must have been terribly lonely all this time.

“You have to stay quiet and go to sleep before 10 o’clock for sure.”

“Sister, the nagging one.”

Arin said that and took out a robot from the box.

“The little one who used to cry every day saying she missed her sister. Where did she go?”

Taein smiled bitterly.

“Well, we’ll go in slowly then. Jung Director, you can leave now too.”

Nokhyun hugged Taein’s shoulders and greeted him. Ikyung bowed her head and quickly left the hospital room.

Taein looked at Nokhyun a bit disappointed.

“I just got here.”

“Okay, go. Stop coming for a while and come after the surgery.”

Mora, who sensed Nokhyun’s intention, got up, pushing Taein and Nokhyun out of the room.

“Sister, goodbye!”

Arin also waved as if she wasn’t disappointed. Taein reluctantly left Mora’s room.

“I’ll go and take Stella for a walk.”

Taein mumbled as he pressed the elevator button.

“Stella is being taken care of by Jung Director and Min Manager.”

“Huh? Why?”

“We need to do our work.”

Our work.

Taein, who had been thinking quietly, was startled and looked at Nokhyun.

He could easily understand Nokhyun’s intention. A while ago, she seduced him, fell asleep, and since then, due to Mora’s affairs, they hadn’t shared a bed.

“……By any chance?”

Nokhyun took out a key card from her suit pocket.

“We’re going to a hotel.”

“To a hotel…?”

Taein asked with a bewildered expression.

“Recently, I’ve been really upset. Before, you used to come in secretly, fumble around, and hug me.”

Taein had nothing to say. Soon, a feeling of guilt rushed over him. He could understand her feelings because there was a time when he desperately waited for her as well. Her heart.

“Alright, today I’ll do everything.”

With a determined face, Taein uttered more audacious words.

Nokhyun’s eyes, which had momentarily widened, soon returned to their original size.

The two entered the open elevator doors. Nokhyun approached Taein and whispered in his ear.

“By the way, it’s for 2 nights and 3 days.”