Hwang In-woo was smiling.
However, when he saw Hyuk-ju, his expression quickly hardened.
In-woo approached Hyuk-ju and extended his hand first.
“Hello.”
“Yes, it’s nice to see you again.”
Their handshake was courteous, but unease was evident on both their faces.
As the brief handshake ended, Hyuk-ju asked, “Are you going on a trip somewhere?”
“Well, it could be called a trip. I suppose the Vice President is on a business trip?”
“No.”
Hyuk-ju lowered his head.
In that moment, a peculiar expression appeared on In-woo’s face. Seeing that, Hyuk-ju suddenly recalled something Young-ran had said.
‘A while ago, this man said he would transfer from the hospital he was at to another. Even if I don’t mention which hospital, you can probably guess, right?’
It was a story Young-ran had shared to cast doubt upon Eun-su. However, Hyuk-ju knew it was just a jest.
Because Young-ran was someone who thrived on such tales.
But when he faced In-woo, Hyuk-ju realized something.
He understood why this man intended to visit Jeju Island.
Even if Eun-su wasn’t aware, this man was sincere enough to her that he even considered changing his workplace.
Seeing the wary look In-woo gave him, being Eun-su’s husband, made Hyuk-ju’s suspicions grow stronger.
“Is it a vacation?”
Jolted from his thoughts by In-woo’s question, Hyuk-ju replied, “I plan to live there, in Jeju Island.”
“…”
“Eun-su is currently in Jeju Island.”
Hyuk-ju openly shared who he was going to meet and where Eun-su was staying.
Doing so would shatter any bloated fantasies this hopeful man might harbor.
He had expected In-woo to look somewhat devastated, but to his surprise, In-woo remained calm. Meeting Hyuk-ju’s gaze directly, he said,
“I’m also on my way to meet Eun-su.”
Upon hearing In-woo’s casual revelation, Hyuk-ju’s face tensed.
From the very beginning, this man had been an irritant. The affectionate gaze with which he had looked at Eun-su had made Hyuk-ju’s fists clench numerous times.
Just like now.
“Eun-su called me.”
In-woo quickly continued, seemingly trying to provoke Hyuk-ju,
“She sounded down, so I thought of accompanying her around, as long as it doesn’t strain Eun-su.”
“If you know about Eun-su’s health, you should also know that what you’re suggesting isn’t right. Especially Mr. Hwang In-woo, being a doctor. It’s unthinkable that you don’t realize how dangerous your plan is.”
Hyuk-ju responded with a veiled tone.
“If you know Eun-su’s health condition, you should realize that what you’re doing now isn’t right. Moreover, Mr. Hwang In-woo, you are a doctor. If you don’t understand the danger of your current plan, it’s incomprehensible.”
Hyuk-ju replied with an indirect tone.
Being astute, he would grasp the veiled warning in those words.
If he didn’t, there would be time for enlightenment later.
“I probably know Eun-su’s health better than you.”
The previously respectful title of ‘Vice President’ evaporated swiftly. The force in Hyuk-ju’s gaze intensified as he looked at In-woo, who now referred to him merely as ‘that side’.
“As you pointed out, I am a doctor.”
For a brief moment, a smirk, almost a jeer, seemed to flicker on In-woo’s lips.
One provocation after another rattled Hyuk-ju.
Had his tie been tied too tightly?
A suffocating sensation had him instinctively reaching up to loosen his tie. But there was no tie.
For a split second, he was so out of sorts he hadn’t even realized his attire.
His throat burned with a thirst he had momentarily forgotten, quite unpleasantly.
Had it not been for the vibration of his phone, Hyuk-ju might have spat out harsh words at the provoking Hwang In-woo.
Moving to a quieter spot to take the call, he said, “Speak.”
— “Ms. Seo Yeon-ji is adamantly insisting on meeting you, sir. She even came to the office just now.”
Overwhelmed by fatigue, Hyuk-ju rubbed his forehead.
He had informed Director Song of his plan to meet Seo Yeon-ji. Returning to Seoul and settling matters included that appointment. However, due to a change in plans, he had communicated his decision against the meeting.
He had expected some pushback.
But not her showing up at the company.
“I’ll handle it.”
After ending the call, Hyuk-ju walked to a nearby café. Beside neatly packaged sandwiches, he picked up a bottle of water and paid.
Drinking the cold water, the previously throbbing pain in his head seemed to alleviate.
His focus, which had momentarily wavered, began to sharpen.
Hearing the flight attendant’s boarding announcement, In-woo headed towards the boarding gate.
Walking down the aisle and entering the plane, he found and settled into his seat, buckling up and closing his eyes.
Events of the past few days slowly replayed in his mind.
Out of the blue, after losing contact, Eun-su had called from an unfamiliar number.
She mentioned she was in Jeju Island due to circumstances and had changed her number. In-woo immediately surmised something had occurred with Eun-su.
‘And, if by chance, my husband asks about me, just pretend you don’t know.’
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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