Trial Marriage Husband (Pangyo Couple version)

Chapter 71: Securing Evidence

"The culprit is really smart, they know how to use a voice-changer. From this recording alone, it is hard to decipher who it is." Taejoo explained. Things like this, he had seen multiple times before. After all, the industry had always been this dark. "Looks like someone that's experienced."

"Contact the media source and instruct them to return the phone call. When they have the culprit on the phone, ask the culprit to repeat what they said earlier. Be careful not to let the culprit figure out what we are trying to do. While the phone call is being made, look around and see who from CN is talking on the phone. Quietly follow them and secure evidence." Jeonghwan put away his phone. He had an intense look in his eyes.

"Yes, President." Taejoo replied with a nod as he took composed steps out of the room.

Meanwhile, Jeonghwan returned to the hall. His sharp gaze swept across the Jung siblings. In reality, he didn't need to test them to already know who the culprit is. The only person capable of doing such a thing is the well-experienced Jung Ryeowon. If Yonghwa had the capability of scheming like his sister, he would not merely be where he is today.

Maybe because she noticed a change in Jeonghwan's expression, Jooeun gazed over questioningly amongst the crowd. Jeonghwan contained his anger, picked up his phone, and answered with four simple words: "Let's talk at home."

In reality, Jeonghwan had underestimated Jooeun's sensitivity towards his emotions. After living with Jeonghwan for so long, she had gotten a grasp of his temper; he only ever got upset when something concerned her as it is the only time he found it worthy of getting angry over.

Jooeun glanced over at the Jung siblings; she could vaguely guess what's going on. Tonight she had been too outstanding and impressive. Even though she knew there's a possibility she would be stabbed in the back, she didn't expect the Jung siblings to really have no restraint.

10 minutes later, Jeonghwan watched as Ryeowon stood up from her seat. Holding onto her phone, she walked to a hidden spot. Less than 5 minutes later, she once again returned to her seat. At this time, Taejoo gestured to Jeonghwan that he had secured the evidence.

Everything is as expected. He had wanted to make a move on Ryeowon for a long time. He just hadn't found the right reason since everything she did was within CN. Who would have thought, in the end, she'd be brave enough to offend him.

After the gala is over, Jooeun left the venue with 1stLook's editor. Ryeowon and the others followed closely behind, so close Jooeun could practically feel their piercing glares.

Afterward, 1stLook's editor left first. He had an issue to deal with. Ryeowon took this opportunity to step in front of Jooeun. She looked straight in the eyes and said, "I've really underestimated you. You managed to make an appearance even though we tried to hold you back. However, Jooeun, no matter how smart you are, you've still done something you shouldn't have. How dare you take a photo with the CEO of GK? Did you think you could elevate your value by using him? Let me tell you, you will only make enemies for yourself."

"If that's all, I need to go home and rest." Jooeun didn't take anything Ryeowon said to heart.

"Do you think you are Lee Jeonghwan's woman? He's only playing around with you. How could you think highly of yourself?"

Hearing this, Jooeun quickly turned around and glared sharply at Ryeowon. "Jung Ryeowon-ssi, I must bow down to your capability of forever maintaining a jealous heart. Because of you, CN's destruction will be just around the corner."

Ryeowon looked at Jooeun with ridicule; just the thought of the news that would be exposed tomorrow filled her heart with joy. Jooeun knew what Ryeowon is thinking. This is not the first time Ryeowon had looked at her with this provoking smile. She is waiting to bully her and see how her fate was to unfold. However, things never went her way. And this time is no different.

"While we're talking, when will you be leaving CN?" Yonghwa butted in as he questioned Jooeun seriously. "YG has already tried to poach you multiple times, why aren't you leaving? Haven't you sought enough revenge on me?"

"It's because I want to see whether you still have an ounce of humanity left in you." After speaking, Jooeun boarded a Range Rover Minjung had driven to pick her up in and left. At this time, Ryeowon turned her attention to Shinhye as she carefully scrutinized her.

"Why are you so quiet tonight?"

"I wasn't feeling well." Shinhye replied. Her face is pale. She's cheating on someone while she's pregnant, how could things not go wrong?

"Then hurry home and rest." Ryeowon looked at the two and continued. "The awards ceremony will take place soon, don't let anything go wrong between now and then. Don't think of going to the hospital, stay at home, and rest."

"Yes, unnie."

Of course, she had to rest. Otherwise, how would she have the energy to watch tomorrow's show unfold?

Late at night. Nine One Hannam.

Jooeun and Jeonghwan did not drive home together, because after the gala was over, celebrities and reporters are everywhere. In order not to attract any trouble, the two took separate paths home.

As Jooeun's route is shorter, she got home first. As soon as Jeonghwan walked in through the front door, she handed him his home clothes so he could get changed first and be more comfortable. She also prepared some soup for him to sober up. Earlier on at the gala, he must have drunk a lot.

"What happened today? How come your gaze was so abnormal at the gala?" Jooeun gently rubbed Jeonghwan's stomach, hoping it would make him feel better.

"What do you think?" Jeonghwan pulled her onto the sofa before handing her a recording and a video.

Jooeun is confused, but after looking at the two items, her expression became calm as she let out a laugh. "Looks like Ryeowon-ssi has her methods."

"Too bad she's not applying it to any good." Jeonghwan said as he gently stroked Jooeun's hair. "You don't need to worry about this matter. Since it involves me, I will not show any mercy."

Jooeun understood what Jeonghwan meant. He had been waiting for this opportunity for a long time. Since she had made a move first, from now on her destiny no longer belonged to her.

"Since you secured evidence, why are you still upset? I've already schemed against so many times, did you think I would be affected by another time?"

Jeonghwan took a deep breath and placed Jooeun's head in his embrace. "I am upset because my heart breaks for you. Luckily I have the ability to protect you."

Jooeun calmly wrapped her arms around Jeonghwan s waist as she tried to take in his scent. She then pulled out her phone and showed Jeonghwan their photo from the night. "Does this look like a wedding photo?"

"Uh-huh, my wife looks beautiful." Jeonghwan's gaze softened. He knew Jooeun didn't want him to worry about her, so even though she's being schemed against, she didn't show any signs of unhappiness.

Since they were brave enough to make things difficult for Jooeun, tomorrow, he would make Ryeowon pay back a thousand-fold.