Taken aback, Chairman Seo’s voice unintentionally rose in pitch.

“What did you say? You, how dare you talk to your grandfather like that!”

“Young people these days dislike being forcefully paired with someone against their will. Especially by their boss. If you decline, it’ll surely have repercussions.”

Chairman Seo, who had never considered this, stammered.

“When did I ever force anyone?”

“Grandfather, you’re not just any boss to the secretary; you’re the chairman. If the boss organizes a meeting, who could possibly decline?”

Hmm. For a moment, Chairman Seo hesitated, then muttered defensively.

“…I had good intentions.”

“Good intentions are only good if the person receiving them agrees.”

“Are you speaking on behalf of the secretary now? Maybe she’d like to meet someone good.”

“Absolutely not.”

With my eyes glaring, how could you even suggest such a thing?

As if Ra Jin was avoiding his eyes and had gone to the meeting arranged by Chairman Seo, Jae Heon’s eyes sparkled.

‘I absolutely cannot let that happen.’

“…”

Chairman Seo’s gaze shifted subtly as he looked at Jae Heon making his steadfast resolution.

Had Jae Heon ever been this proactive about someone else’s affairs?

At least, not in his memory.

Especially when it came to matters of romance, even if it was a business-wise important person, Jae Heon had always firmly refused to get involved.

Yet, he was this passionate about the secretary’s issue.

Even though they had been maintaining a strong relationship of trust for years…

The current Jae Heon seemed very unfamiliar.

“Jae Heon.”

Chairman Seo’s voice grew serious.

“Is there something going on?”

“…I don’t understand the intention behind your words.”

“I’ve never seen you be so proactive about someone else’s affairs.”

Jae Heon froze for a moment.

“You’ve always been indifferent to what others do, even if they dropped dead.”

“…Ha. Anyone listening would think I’m Satan.”

“Well, you’re not much different. Anyway, I never expected you to react so strongly. It’s quite surprising.”

What’s so surprising? It’s not like I’ve overreacted or anything.

Feeling a mix of awkwardness and irritation, Jae Heon washed his hands dry.

Then, Ra Jin’s words crossed his mind.

“Do you not feel that the contract might be jeopardized, affecting your standing?”

If his grandfather found out about the contract with Ra Jin…

His own standing wouldn’t be shaken, but their relationship definitely would be.

Because his grandfather wouldn’t just stand by.

Although Chairman Seo cherished Ra Jin, that was only as an employee.

From the perspective of Chairman Seo, who wanted him to marry someone who would support him solidly from within the family, Ra Jin wouldn’t catch his eye, and he’d try to pull her away from his side by any means.
Perhaps Ra Jin might get hurt in a place where his gaze didn’t reach.

The mere thought of her suffering alone felt like it was turning his stomach inside out.

‘After all, we are in a relationship. There’s nothing more incompetent than not being able to protect my own person, so that’s why I’m doing this.’

Having convinced himself, Jae Heon quickly composed his emotions and looked directly into Chairman Seo’s eyes as he spoke.

“I believe this is the most crucial time for me. I must achieve results that nobody can hinder, and for that, a personal secretary is essential. Chairman, you mentioned earlier that my work performance has improved thanks to the secretary.”

“Hmm, yes, that’s true.”

“I don’t want the secretary to lose focus on work and pay attention elsewhere during this time.”

Hmm. Chairman Seo nodded. Jae Heon had a point.

No matter how much Ra Jin is known for her strict professional ethics, she couldn’t only focus on work while planning a wedding.

Moreover, Jae Heon had a personality that extremely disliked disruptions in work and deviated plans. Considering that, his previous reaction was understandable.

It was the same context for letting Ra Jin help with his wedding preparations.

‘Anyway, he only knows about work, when will he ever give me great-grandchildren?’

While it was good to be committed to work, Chairman Seo wished for Jae Heon to settle down and have children soon.

He wanted him to realize how comforting it was to have a place to return to and someone waiting for you there.

He wanted someone to stand firmly by the side of his grandson, who was enduring loneliness, loss, and insomnia alone.

If someone could provide that support to Jae Heon, nothing could be better.

That was the reason he called Jae Heon here.

“I understand your thoughts. Let’s conclude the discussion about the secretary here.”

At those words, Jae Heon inwardly sighed with relief. Yes, Grandfather was an insightful person.

Sometimes stubborn, but still quite understanding and rational…

“First, let’s deal with you.”

His face scrunched up.

“Deal with me? Am I some sort of waste?”

“If you stay this way, you might very well become one, so I have no choice but to step in.”

Just then, a notification sound rang from Chairman Seo’s phone.

“Ah, it seems it has arrived just in time.”

What? What arrived? Who?

Seeing Chairman Seo’s face brighten upon checking his phone, Jae Heon felt an uneasy premonition.

Knock, knock, a polite knock was heard, and soon after, the sliding door opened smoothly.

“Please come in.”