Is the acting that is done appropriately so sweet? He chuckled softly, feeling absurd even though he said it himself. Anyway, anything vaguely related to ‘acting’ didn’t go well because of his professional disease.

What is that person thinking, wanting to hear a really sweet voice?

“It’s good to see you often.”

Ji Hyun-jeong’s eyes sparkled brightly.

“Seo Taeseok seems to be completely back to normal now.”

“Was I abnormal?”

“Of course! It’s been a few years since I completely lost my mind…….”

Ji Hyun-jeong suddenly closed her mouth while speaking. It was because she realized that if the conversation continued like this, it would inevitably lead to a talk about Choi Yeoreum.

She didn’t like it. That such a girl appeared in such a precious place.

Taeseok noticed and smirked.

“Why are you beating around the bush? Are you worried about Choi Yeoreum?”

“Uh, that…….”

“Sister. What if you still don’t know me? Do you really not know why I’m doing this to Choi Yeoreum?”

“Why are you?”

“Revenge, I’m going to do it.”

He said arrogantly.

He would do revenge. He left the subject vague, allowing her to think as she pleased.

“Sister. My pride was hurt too much. How dare she discard a man like me like that. I just can’t let it go.”
Taeseok took a sip of red wine.

“Women should meet me when I want and break up when I want. That’s the principle. I’m Seo Taeseok.”

“Uh… y-yes.”

Ji Hyun-jeong nodded reflexively.

“I can date anyone I want. The waiter over there, passersby, anyone. And… Ji Hyun-jeong?”

“!”

“If I want, it can be like that. The beginning and end of a relationship are all decided by me. But who am I for you to casually discard me without permission?”

Taeseok sighed briefly as he put down the wine glass and casually unbuttoned the top button of his shirt. It was a mundane action, but Taeseok, who could capture the atmosphere with just a look, already dominated all of Ji Hyun-jeong’s senses.

Exactly as Taeseok intended, Ji Hyun-jeong hurriedly swallowed saliva.

“Love? That’s just nonsense. What if my sister doesn’t notice?”

Slowly, the performance of a high-end string instrument flowed from the hall. Taeseok intentionally glanced out the window, manipulating Ji Hyun-jeong’s mood. He threw a direct question, but he wasn’t sure if he could trust her reaction.

For now, Ji Hyun-jeong just listened quietly. Taeseok brought his gaze back, making eye contact.

“I’ll torment you until you give in. So pretend you don’t know anything. Sister.”

A moment of silence ensued. The slightly tense Taeseok fidgeted with the wine glass.

“Okay.”

However, suddenly, Ji Hyun-jeong looked at Taeseok with understanding in her eyes.

“I didn’t know you were hurt so much. Listening to you, it seems that way. Taeseok, do as you wish. I can wait as long as you need, sister.”

Ha.

Really surprised.

Taeseok almost laughed awkwardly, handing a napkin to Ji Hyun-jeong affectionately.

“You have something on your lip.”

“Oh.”

Smiling, Ji Hyun-jeong took it, wiping her lips. She wondered what expression she was making. She was afraid her heart would burst like a balloon. Taeseok’s gaze, tone, and every action sent shivers down her spine.

World.

“If I want, I can date anyone. The waiter over there, passersby, anyone. And… Ji Hyun-jeong?”

He wanted her to do that. To tease him. To be ready to fall. He had already crossed that line years ago and had called for her, expecting that faint hope on drunken nights.

“Sister, you look beautiful today. Aren’t you in a relationship?”

“Relationship? What’s that? I don’t even have time to work.”

Though she raised the glass elegantly, her fingertips trembled with excitement that couldn’t be hidden. Taeseok’s gaze briefly touched her fingertips.

“Yeah. Don’t date. Just be with me like this.”

By now, maybe a doping test was needed for Seo Taeseok. Ji Hyun-jeong, with no way to calm her pounding heart, emptied the wine glass Taeseok had prepared. The expensive wine Taeseok provided had a fairly high alcohol content.

An exclusive hall. A night view pouring like stars. Exquisite food. And Seo Taeseok.

“Yeah. Sounds good. The two of us like this…”
My heart just couldn’t calm down.

Now, I didn’t even think about Choi Yeoreum. Until just a moment ago, she was the most annoying presence on Earth, but now she felt as faint as dust in the universe.

Canceling the request for a traffic accident seemed like a good idea. Just in case, it would be better not to get involved in any troublesome incidents, like getting rear-ended and ending up in a headache.

It would be generous to overlook the last rebellion of someone who would soon be discarded. Suddenly, my understanding widened as much as the Pacific Ocean. Even the coffee she spilled seemed pitiful now.

Ji Hyun-jeong met eyes with Taeseok and smiled. It felt like all the tension in my body was releasing.

“I hope sister is happy.”

Really inside.

Taeseok finally confirmed that all this was done because she liked herself.

It was too easy. It was awkward to be more tense. It seemed like she would just follow without any complaints if he took her hand and led her to the hotel room. It felt like she would be embarrassed and shy on the bed, but she had spoken harsh words to Summer.

As Taeseok’s thoughts turned back to Summer, anger flared up like a wildfire. As time passed, it became increasingly difficult to control his expression.

“Taeseok, I’ll be right back, just going to the restroom.”

“Yeah, sure, sister.”

Taeseok quickly brought up the main topic. He didn’t want to drag it out any longer.

“Lend me your phone. I need to call Director Hong. My battery is dead.”

“Sure, anytime.”

With a smiling face, Ji Hyun-jeong kindly unlocked the phone and handed it to Taeseok. Taeseok accepted it with a affectionate smile.

“Take your time.”

K laughed as if he could barely breathe. Everything was falling into place too easily, to the point of absurdity.

“What is this! Ahaha! Ji Hyun-jeong is really clueless!”

Thanks to the smishing message Taeseok clicked, K could have Ji Hyun-jeong’s entire phone. Figuring out the secret was now a piece of cake.

As soon as Ji Hyun-jeong arrived home after parting with Taeseok, she called Secretary Kim.

Solving most situations with just one meal from Seo Taeseok felt like pulling out a thorn without touching it. With the calculation that using Taeseok’s handsome face was more efficient than any other method, K hummed a tune.

“Now, let’s investigate. Who are you, Ji Hyun-jeong? Let’s start with your assets. Let’s see how it feels to be on the receiving end.” He pounded the keyboard loudly.