The morning when Eun Jo, who had spent the night together, disappeared as if in a dream.

Jae Ha quickly prepared for work.

As soon as he started the car, he called Kang, his secretary, again.

“To prevent the spread of the article any further, I will take strong legal action against all unfounded rumors, regardless of whether they come from the media or individuals. This includes the dissemination of false information, leaking personal information, the malicious reproduction of articles, posts, and comments, and any second-round damage due to speculation and defamation.”

“Yes, I will send out an official statement immediately.”

“And find out who sent the photos.”

“Yes. But are you on your way right now?”

“No, I’m heading to JS.”

“Oh… Is there a reason?”

“Yes. To meet someone. Why?”
[In this situation, it might be advisable to be cautious in your actions. Of course, you probably won’t listen to me.]

“Right, end it.”

Jae Ha stepped on the accelerator, letting out all the curses he knew.

Articles with different titles but the same content were being updated rapidly.

Today Entertainment – Their American-style dating?

[Dispatch, known for releasing dating rumors about popular stars, has turned its attention to the private life of A, the representative of a U.S.-based investment company.

Dispatch released a photo of A taken at a hotel over the weekend, along with a short article. The main characters in the photo are A, a Korean-American businessman, and B, a designer from a major Korean conglomerate.] Dispatch seemed to suggest that the two of them were not concerned about the eyes of others as they looked at each other with affectionate glances, and they openly enjoyed public displays of affection, including kisses.

However, A has an American fiancée, which has only heightened curiosity. He is the next-generation owner of the prestigious American conglomerate, Company D, known for his outstanding education, looks, and secretive personal life. His engagement has already drawn attention several times, both in the United States and in Korea.

A, who has a fiancée, once again caught the public’s eye when photos taken at the hotel were revealed. However, there are concerns about privacy invasion, especially as the identity of the other woman becomes exposed.] [Dash] It’s like real American-style dating.

[Dash] If a guy has money, beautiful women come as a bonus.

[Dash] When did you write these rotten comments above? Is a woman an object, geez?

[Dash] Just jealous, couples are headed for hell.

[Dash] She’s a designer for a pharmaceutical company, I’ll link her Instagram. Check out how pretty she is.

[Dash] Are you trashy leaving your fiancée? Both are trash.

[Dash] Looks like a photoshoot, I wonder who took the picture.

Pressing the accelerator pedal harder, Jae Ha’s expression hardened.

They had tasted heaven together and exchanged dirty gifts.

Of course, he wouldn’t answer the phone.
Despite the chaos, it’s time to apologize when I see his face… What else can I do?

Or maybe he should be the one begging for forgiveness.

On the other hand, as Eun Jo read the article on her way to work, she was neither surprised nor flustered.

That was because she had no room for such reactions in her body and mind.

Every inch of her body ached, and she had even had three cups of warm tea to soothe her hoarse voice.

Above all, the intense scenes she had shared with Mr. A last night were vividly imprinted in her mind, which was the real issue.

She thought, “If I had known this would happen, I should have drunk more.”

Eun Jo was somewhat perplexed by the profound determination she had exhibited.

That’s it.
It felt like it had been so long that I might have forgotten it entirely.

Deep down, I even felt a slight sense of apprehension.

…It wasn’t all that bad.

Now that I think about it, it seemed like I, too, had the desire to deny my humanity, harboring grievances.

In the end.

Annoying, it might sound like I had gone too far, but Mr. A’s words might have been entirely correct.

I still don’t want to admit it, but it’s true.

It’s as if I’ve finally tackled a long-delayed assignment and, strangely enough, I feel relieved.

“…….”

Most people who have experienced damaged relationships in their early years tend to have defensive interpersonal relationships.
In other words, as you get closer to someone, you increasingly develop a sense of intimacy along with a sense of threat.

This is because of a deficiency in affection and an excessively independent nature.

Up to this point, Eun Jo’s protective barrier has been strong enough to keep herself safe, but she hasn’t been flexible.
Due to the haste of protecting oneself, I stumbled in self-expression and interactions with others.

​

I came to know such a self and wanted to change, but I was still inexperienced.

​

Calls were coming in persistently from Jae Ha, but I didn’t have the courage to answer.
I comforted myself, saying it wasn’t a big deal, and indeed, it wasn’t.