Director Lee Hongseok’s “Hold My Hand” received numerous praises and concluded with a grand finale. It was a drama that left behind many things.

The passion shown by the young director and writer was noteworthy, as well as the performances of newly discovered rookies. It was undeniable that everyone grew a bit more through the drama.

The OST sung by Lovely Rose members adorned the ending of the final episode, and their gentle voices harmonized with the drama, delivering a significant impact.

The highly praised seaside farewell scene left a lasting impression, resonating with emotion and lingering sentiment. Perhaps it was more regrettable because it couldn’t be fulfilled.

Although the drama ended with the happy ending of Lee Seol and Kim Minjun, people considered it a sad ending and felt heartache. Therefore, it will probably be remembered for a longer time.

The drama left more than just that. Within it, one couple dramatically reunited, and they were soon to get married. Suppressing the urge to announce it to the world, Taeseok smiled faintly.

“Please make it a design that can be worn casually on a daily basis.”

The main representative of the jewelry shop Cordella, a specialist in engagement gifts, was a person of few words.

If they had spread the word every time a top star bought a ring, it would have been difficult to survive in this field. With a smile full of trust, she recommended designs according to the customers’ preferences.

“If the lady prefers a calm style, she might find comfort in the design of non-gold-plated white gold. It’s comfortable and not burdensome.”

“Not bad.”

“If the lady is lively, I recommend the laurel design, where delicate details are richly displayed. It’s a splendid yet clean design.”

Both designs seemed suitable for Yeoreum, but they chose a splendid design appropriate for a proposal.

“Give me the second one. And I want to engrave initials.”

“That’s possible.”

Jihyeonjeong was arrested.

It was a somewhat anticlimactic conclusion. It ended blandly because there was no appeal. After behaving messily as if she were about to see something remarkable, she collapsed with just one threat.

Still, thanks to hiring a tough law firm, she minimized her sentence. The final verdict was a two-year prison term. It was a sentence that clearly showed the money spent.

Kim Secretary, who was under non-arrest investigation, also received a confirmed six-month prison term for reasons including being an accomplice. It was a long journey, but it was a complete end.

Although the short sentence left some regrets, receiving the punishment was meaningful in itself. Taeseok decided to empty his mind of lingering thoughts and enjoy the relief.

“Oppa, can you drive a bit slower? It’s been thirty minutes.”

As Yeoreum complained, she loosened her grip on his arm and spoke into his ear.

“Yeoreum. It’s finally over. Jihyeonjeong and Kim Secretary were arrested today.”

Yeoreum’s expression was peculiar.

“…Really? Is it really over? No more trials?”

“Yeah. No more. Completely concluded.”

Yeoreum displayed a vague expression. Not happy or sad.

While she was pleased with the satisfying revenge, the fact that they actually went to prison seemed confusing. Perhaps she had thought they would be released on probation.
Taeseok lightly flicked his fingers on Yeoreum’s forehead.

“I just repaid what was done. You can be happy about it.”

Yeoreum smiled slightly and embraced him.

“Oppa, you’ve been through a lot. I’m glad you feel relieved.”

Taeseok gently swept Yeoreum’s hair at the back.

“I love you. Everything has turned out well.”

He returned what he received. Striking the back of the head of the person he trusted the most was a tactic Jihyeonjeong used first.

Moreover, not only corporate embezzlement but intentional tax evasion was discovered in various places, causing executives and shareholders to turn away first.

He was a representative with only that much trust. Jihyeonjeong’s management style was always autocratic, and the accumulated dissatisfaction finally exploded.

As long as he maintained a good relationship with Seotaeseok, everyone endured it, but there was no hesitation to throw it away when the opportunity was given. The somewhat grand title of a successful female CEO wasn’t achieved alone, yet she acted too arrogantly.

She got what she deserved. Taeseok decided not to sympathize.

“Okay. Since you understand, let go of this for now, Oppa. Let’s eat. I want sushi.”

“No… we can’t. Let’s go to the place I reserved today.”

Taeseok looked noticeably flustered.

“Sorry. We can have sushi next time. Definitely.”

It was a high-end restaurant operated by a chef who appeared on broadcasts and whom Yeoreum wanted to try once. Taeseok had also reserved it with great difficulty.

He was waiting in line fairly without resorting to celebrity tactics, but luckily, a canceled reservation became available due to the wind, and he seized the opportunity.