“There will be a major organizational restructuring soon.”
Jinwook’s gaze sharpened at those words. Hongseok continued with a serious face.
“I had hoped you would gradually climb up, but upon rethinking, I realized there’s no need for that. You should be given a position that matches your abilities, instead of going through unnecessary steps. It’s a waste of time.”
“…….”
“The employees would be blind not to recognize your achievements so far.”
The message was clear: a significant personnel change was coming, and Jinwook’s promotion seemed imminent.
Hongseok cautioned him with a firm tone.
“Nothing is confirmed yet, so don’t get carried away. I’ll give you the position you want as long as you don’t mess up.”
“…….”
“Understand?”
Jinwook nodded briefly in acknowledgment.
“Yes, I’ll keep that in mind.”
“Good. I know you’re busy, so you can go now.”
As Jinwook stood up to leave, Hongseok called out to him again.
“Wait. Everything’s been alright lately, hasn’t it?”
Jinwook turned to face Hongseok. The chairman’s expression carried a hint of worry.
“I’ve been concerned ever since I heard from Master Shin that bad energy had entered our house.”
“…….”
“You and Yeonju are fine, aren’t you?”
Apparently, the talk he had heard from the philosopher was still weighing on his mind. Jinwook’s expression hardened slightly.
At the time he had heard it over the phone from Hongseok, he had taken it lightly, but now it seemed not entirely foolish.
There had been bad news, but he couldn’t honestly disclose it. Jinwook tried to answer calmly.
“Yes, we’re doing well. You don’t need to worry.”
“That’s good to hear.”
Hongseok sighed as if he couldn’t understand.
“It seems like with just the two of you, there would already be a few children… I wonder why it’s taking so long. Really.”
“…….”
Jinwook silently looked at Hongseok’s face, filled with longing and desperation, and finally spoke.
“We’re both continuously trying, so there will be good news.”
Hearing this, Hongseok’s face brightened, clearing away the worries.
“That’s right. I know.”
He looked intently at Jinwook and said,
“I have never been disappointed in you, Jinwook.”
“…….”
“I believe you will be the first to fulfill this old man’s wish.”
Deep trust shone in Hongseok’s eyes. Jinwook felt a tightness in his chest at that look.
“Then, I’ll take my leave now.”
After bowing his head in farewell, Jinwook left the office.
Walking through the corridor to the elevator, Jinwook finally leaned against the wall and let out a long breath.
“Sigh…”
Before he could get excited about the upcoming personnel changes, burden and frustration flooded in.
“I believe you will be the first to fulfill this old man’s wish.”
The knowledge that the probability of fulfilling Hongseok’s trust was slim made his chest unbearably tight.
He had lived a life where he achieved whatever he wanted.
Skipping meals or staying up for nights, he always did his utmost to get what he wanted. Eventually, he achieved results that satisfied everyone.
That was his life. A life where effort assuredly brought rewards.
But Yeonju’s situation was a new type of problem for him, one that couldn’t be resolved by wracking his brain.
No amount of effort guaranteed a result, and nothing was more despairing to him than that.
His goal was to become the head of LM Group. He had planned for it long ago and was methodically executing those plans.
Everyone recognized his efforts, and the moment to achieve his goal wasn’t far away.
The smooth path Jinwook had been following was suddenly blocked by an unforeseen obstacle. It was too thick and heavy for him to break through, even with all his strength.
He knew that finding an alternative route was quicker and wiser than trying to force his way through the blocked path.
Yet, he wanted to find a way to clear the blockage. He wanted to continue down that path, no matter what.
Somehow…
Jinwook gripped his forehead and let out another deep sigh.
Yeonju exited the car’s rear door and stepped outside. A chilly breeze brushed her skin. A complete winter scene unfolded before her eyes.
In front of her was a building with ‘LaGo’ written on it.
This place, where art exhibitions, plays, and musicals were held, was managed by Aeran, Yeonju’s mother-in-law. Every December, a major year-end event was held here.
Yeonju was dressed in a dark gray two-piece suit. Her hair, styled an hour ago at the salon, flowed naturally in waves down to her shoulders.
She wore more elaborate accessories than usual, and carried a handbag that Jinwook had given her as an anniversary gift.
[Make sure to dress up for the big event. There will be many eyes on you.]Remembering Aeran’s words from before, Yeonju had taken great care with her outfit this time, though she was not sure if it would meet her mother-in-law’s high standards.
Turns Out He’s Been Secretly in Love with Me
One-line summary: He acts like he doesn’t like her but is actually playing hard to get.
Synopsis:
Xu Muzhou like her. He has liked her for a very long time, and through repeated schemes, he finally closed the distance with her.
But this is still far from enough.
He wants to be the one who stands out among her many suitors, to fight for her attention, and to make her take the initiative to pursue him.
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