The next morning.

From Taesin’s bedroom, joyful laughter, filled with happiness after a long time, echoed.

“Is that really true?”

“Would I say something useless to you since the morning?”

“Is it true that Donghoon will be completely captivated by Suyeon’s words?”

“That’s right. Donghoon has been like that since he was little. He would do anything for Suyeon’s requests.”

“Yeah, that’s how it was. Haha. Choi Suyeon finally causing a big fuss in our house.”

Laughter erupted from the living room, starting with Danjeon, and Daeho’s hearty laughter followed suit.

Hyekyung, who was tidying up Daeho’s messy clothes, couldn’t hide her smile.

“But we still don’t know for sure. We can’t relax until Sujin and Donghoon enter the wedding hall.”

“Donghoon seems to listen to Suyeon’s words!”

“That’s true, but who knows if there might be some unexpected variables.”

“This guy! Don’t let your tongue run too fast!”

In an instant, Daeho, who had just finished laughing, got upset.

“We have to somehow arrange Sujin’s marriage. Our Taesin Construction’s survival depends on Sujin’s marriage!”

“I know. I’m running around everywhere like crazy. I’ve already told you enough about it yesterday. If you keep pushing me like this, I won’t be able to do my job properly.”

“Really? Aren’t you being too hard on yourself?”

“I’ve been dealing with things related to Suyeon for a day or two, right? I’ve got it under control, so don’t worry. I’ll regain my energy in a few days.”

“Yeah, don’t push yourself too hard. Because this time, her role in the marriage is significant, so handle it appropriately.”

Daeho, narrowing his eyebrows, advised.

Though it sounded like he was considering Suyeon, the underlying meaning in his words was surprisingly violent, enough to furrow one’s brows.

However, the two people engaged in the conversation were oblivious to what the problem was.

“I’ll take care of this issue, so trust me and focus on your work at the company. By the way, haven’t you been able to contact Chairman Park yet?”

Daeho, who was bursting into laughter a moment ago, suddenly frowned.

“Don’t bring up that old man’s story. Why doesn’t he even show up when I need help the most? Knowing that I need help, he doesn’t contact me.”

“Are you deliberately avoiding me? Why?”

“I don’t know! Even after contacting the secretary a hundred times, there’s no response. Even if he’s a secretary, he should report to the old man without blocking my calls unless he receives instructions.”

“That’s true.”

“So, isn’t it obvious? Even if I contact the secretary, they won’t let my message through without the old man’s instructions.”

“That makes sense.”

“So, it’s obvious, right? Even after receiving reports from the secretary, he’s probably not contacting me without the old man’s instructions.”

“Really strange. Why would he do that…”

Hyekyung asked, biting her lower lip, narrowing her eyebrows.

It was completely incomprehensible.
Chunho has often offered help, even when not asked, and has frequently appeared first to provide assistance.

The reason for helping to such an extent couldn’t be understood, but it seemed like he considered himself a nobleman who had come to the couple, just as it appeared.

However, the person who had been so wholeheartedly helpful now doesn’t even respond to calls. What could be the reason?

“That’s enough! If Sujin’s marriage progresses well, I can solve the problem without the old man’s help. So, don’t worry about anything else and focus solely on Sujin’s marriage!”

“Don’t worry about that. I’ll handle it well.”

Even as Hyekyung replied, she couldn’t shake off her frustrating feelings. Regardless of saying or not, Daeho left the bedroom. Hyekyung immediately followed him.

Suyeon sat on the living room sofa, looking out the window. The weather was unusually good. The sky was blue without a single cloud to be found, and the sun that rose in the middle emitted a warm light that made winter seem insignificant. Everything was perfect weather.

However, even as she took in the beautiful scenery, Suyeon’s complexion was strangely pale. Since meeting Donghun with Hyekyung and her daughter, it had been like this all along. She couldn’t escape the memory of that day.

“By the way, Donghun is now of marriageable age.”

Hyekyung, who had been dragging the conversation forward shamelessly in front of the uncomfortable Donghun, finally revealed the hidden thoughts around the time the atmosphere became awkward. There was no sincerity in turning the conversation back.

Suyeon knew that she had to somehow respond to Hyekyung’s words for Inho’s sake, but she couldn’t bring herself to speak up.

“…Yes. That’s right, well.”

“Do you have someone you’re keeping in your heart?”

Hyekyung’s shamelessness continued.

It was not at all surprising. However, at the end of Hyekyung’s words, Donghun’s gaze directly toward me could be felt, and Suyeon couldn’t even make a move.

Donghun’s gaze lingered on Suyeon for a long time.

At the end of it, he moved his lips weakly.

“No, not yet.”