Trial Marriage Husband (Pangyo Couple version)

Chapter 192: Taking the Blame

After hearing these words, Kangjun's eyes grew big as they reddened with anger. He then grabbed Yeji and asked through gritted teeth. "Jiwon is already dead, can't you let go of a dead person?"

"I don't even care about the living, why would I care about the dead?" Yeji gave a light laugh as she looked at him with her dewy eyes. "Kangjun, we have been friends for many years. We are the ones that are friends, how could you go help Jooeun? What benefits has she given you? Is it really worth giving up our friendship for?"

"Jooeun didn't give me any particular benefits. Unlike you, she can't give me the luxuries of fame and fortune, but Yeji, in front of Jooeun, I feel human. At least she doesn't constantly try to threaten me."

After expressing his thoughts, Kangjun loosened his grip and sneered. "So don't even mention the word 'friend' in front of me – it makes me sick."

As Yeji was pushed away, her heart suffered a blow. "I know I make you feel sick, but have you ever considered how difficult of a position I am in?"

"Jooeun has it more difficult than you. At least you don't have to deal with a boss that is as sinister as you." Seeing Yeji remain quiet, Kangjun didn't want to continue arguing with her. "I can hand in my resignation, but if you want me to vouch for your innocence regarding the recording – impossible."

"If you want to see Jiwon being scolded by netizens even after her death, then you're welcome to give it a try!"

Kangjun glared at Yeji, it took all the strength in his body to hold back the urge to slap her across the face. In the end, he simply nodded. "Fine, I'll help you. What do you want me to do?"

"Hold a press conference, clarify this entire incident had nothing to do with me, and tell everyone you created the recording by piecing words together!"

Kangjun stared helplessly as Yeji turned her back to him. It was obvious she wanted him to lose all standing and reputation as soon as he left Sublime. He had already got to this point, would it make any difference whether he took the blame or not?

"Fine." Kangjun replied straightforwardly. However, as he turned to leave, he added "You better not regret it."

Yeji did not turn back. She maintained her pride as a CEO as she snorted in contempt. She assumed, with Jiwon's reputation under the line, Kangjun wouldn't be able to play any tricks.

After leaving the office, Kangjun did not tell anyone about his conversation with Yeji. He simply headed to Jiwon's grave all by himself and sat quietly by her tombstone for the rest of the day.

"Jiwon-ah, why didn't you take me with you?"

At this time, it had already hit night in London. Jooeun did not receive any updates from Kangjun and was feeling a little anxious. In regards to Sublime, there wasn't much she could get Taejoo to do. Not to mention, GK had enough on their plate.

With the absence of Kangjun, Minjung was busy as usual. But there were particular things that took her much longer to do, anything with English. She didn't understand a lot of professional terms.

"Jooeun..."

"Let me have a look." Jooeun grabbed the laptop and looked at the notes Kangjun had written. "This is a void contract, we have already rejected it."

"Aargh, if only I had known earlier! I've already spent a few hours trying to translate it."

After dealing with GK's matters, Jeonghwan came out of the study room. Seeing the stressed looks on the two women's faces, he took the laptop from Jooeun's hands. However, this was exactly what Jooeun hoped he wouldn't do, so her mood lowered even further.

After looking through all of Jooeun's emails, Jeonghwan prioritized all the emails related to jobs Jooeun would be taking on next. Because of the success of YSL's show, it seemed she would need to stay in London for a little longer. She had received quite a few runways offers from big brands.

"Hwan, I want to make a quick trip back to Seoul." Jooeun requested.

Jeonghwan knew she was worried about her friend. Until the situation with Kangjun reached a satisfactory conclusion, there would be no way she could focus on work. So he nodded his head. "I'll get someone to organize your flights and reschedule your jobs for 2 days later."

Jooeun gently nodded her head as she felt a rush of emotions. She knew Jeonghwan always stood by her side and supported her decisions, no matter the situation.

At this time, the new manager sent by Yeji, gave Minjung a phone call. Minjung reluctantly picked up the phone. Unexpectedly, the manager was even more fired up than her as she exploded in a fit of anger. "What are you doing as an assistant? Why isn't your model at the hotel room arranged by the agency? Where are you right now? It's already the middle of the night, why aren't you back at the hotel? Are you crazy?"

From the sounds of it, the manager had turned up at the hotel to find no one was around.

Minjung wanted to respond, but no words came out. She just stared blankly at Jooeun.

"Are you dumb? Speak..."

Jooeun suddenly grabbed the phone from Minjung's hand and replied, "You are fired."

"Who are you, how dare you fire me?"

"Cha Jooeun!"

The manager originally thought she was speaking to Minjung, but now that she realized it was Jooeun, her attitude completely changed as she spoke in a flattering tone. "I'm sorry, Jooeun-ssi. I couldn't find you guys, so I was a little impatient."

"I'm also sorry. You just insulted my assistant, so please don't ever show up in front of me. If Yeji asks, let her know, even if she packages a bag of rubbish like a manager, it is still rubbish."

After speaking, Jooeun hung up the phone and handed it back to Minjung.

That night, the three of them set out for the airport. With her popularity from the YSL show, Jooeun had to be extra discreet. As their car sped out of the estate, the Gossip reporter did not capture a single clear photo. In fact, he didn't even manage to grab a shot of the back of the car.

It was not until they boarded the plane that Jooeun finally found out about the article Bohyun released about her flirting with a male model a few days ago.

So something like this had actually happened. Everyone had kept it a secret from her and Jeonghwan had even spent a whole heap of money to keep Yeji humiliated at the top of search rankings.

"You didn't need to do this, really."

"I couldn't just watch as you were being humiliated." Jeonghwan responded in a serious tone as he wrapped his arm around her. Jooeun was speechless. She simply intertwined her fingers with his and gently placed a kiss on the back of his hand.

The reporter from Gossip once again missed the perfect moment for a photo. But did he really not capture anything at all?

After an almost 10 hour flight, Jooeun and Minjung exited the airport discreetly. Not long after, a preview appeared on the airport screen: Seo Kang Jun from Sublime Artist Agency was to hold a press conference...

Jooeun was sure Yeji wanted to throw the blame on Kangjun. She understood how it felt to be treated this way. But at this moment, Yeji had no idea, Jooeun had returned.