Trial Marriage Husband (Pangyo Couple version)

Chapter 70: Being Set Up

The Bright Night Gala, in reality, is also a night of paving the path for Jooeun. Once again, Jooeun destroyed all hopes CN had of suppressing her. At the same time, at the launch ceremony, a small newcomer like herself that shouldn't have gotten much notice, because of Jeonghwan and her own calm demeanor, ended up leaving a lasting impression on everyone. Amongst these people were leading professionals in the fashion industry including the CEO of YG Entertainment who had previously given her an offer.

Cha Jooeun, a model that YG had tried to poach multiple times. A model that had been blacklisted by SM Entertainment 3 years ago and ended up announcing a comeback 3 years later. Someone that had been schemingly suppressed, yet she managed to calmly get to where she is today; even being fortunate enough to take a photo with the CEO of GK.

Because of all this, the CEO of YG Entertainment, approached Yonghwa before the launch ceremony is over and said, "I've been trying to poach Cha Jooeun for 3 years now, yet she's never accepted my offer even once. However, looking at how CN has been treating her, I feel like I need to try again."

Yonghwa looked at the tall, built, and powerful man before him. Originally he is going to say this is a matter that concerned CN themselves, but thinking about all the years Jooeun had been with CN and how she had not only been loyal to him but also missed many opportunities, Yonghwa's mouth twitched a little but no words came out.

"When that time comes, don't regret it."

Yonghwa is silent because the man before him had a more capable agency than his. At the same time, his mind is a mess, because he had never expected Jooeun would ever leave CN. It turned out, all along he had been too focused on himself: on one side he was cheating with Shinhye, on the other he was hanging on to Jooeun. Never had he considered Jooeun is a gem; her tolerance, all that she had given, her honesty, all of it would cease someday.

"Yonghwa, don't tell me you are feeling merciful?" Ryeowon exclaimed loudly upon noticing her brother was unusually quiet.

"No way!" Yonghwa wrapped his arm around Shinhye as he responded stubbornly. However, the fear in his heart is slowly seeping through. It's a bright night. Lights are flashing and wine glasses clinked. At this moment, Yonghwa and Jooeun's distance is no longer as simple as a few rows of seats.

After the launch ceremony is over, 1stLook's editor recommended Jooeun to multiple fashion companies and personalities as they mingled amongst the guests. During one of their conversations, Mr. Graham couldn't help but ask out of curiosity. "Where is your manager? May I meet him? I feel like we got along really well during our conversations."

After hearing Mr. Graham's request, she's dumbfounded for a moment as she looked around the hall for Jeonghwan. Finally, she spotted him clinking wine glasses with a group of successful personalities. Their eyes met as Jeonghwan looked at her caringly. He seemed to be asking her, 'What's wrong?'

Jooeun quickly shook her head. The husband and wife understood each other's thoughts: 'I was just trying to see where you were.'

Jeonghwan's lips curved to an attractive angle before turning back to the man beside him and continuing his conversation. Jooeun also turned her attention back to 1stLook's editor and replied, "He is overseas. Next time I will definitely introduce you."

"OK, I look forward to it."

"He's right here." Jooeun thought to herself. However, if she is to tell anyone the CEO of GK Entertainment is her manager, no one would believe her.

Ryeowon and the others sat in a corner watching Jooeun the entire time. Because of Jooeun, no matter where they went, as soon as they heard they were from CN Entertainment, people would give them a look that said: 'So it's you, the stupid agency that suppressed your own artist.'

Seeing all the attention Jooeun had gained, they were filled with regret. Hence, the Jung siblings were too ashamed to walk around anymore. But this meant Shinhye is missing out on the opportunity to make friends.

"I need to go to the bathroom." Shinhye tried to loosen herself from the siblings' control because she and Mr. Jang had already been sending messages through their eyes a good few times.

"Go ahead." Yonghwa did not question the woman that slept by his side at all.

Shinhye lowered her head as she stood up. As she passed by Mr. Jang, she deliberately brushed the back of her hand against his. The two entered the bathroom one after another. Not long after, some ambiguous pants could be heard coming from the women's bathroom.

"After the Annual Model Awards Ceremony is over, I want to leave CN Entertainment and join JYP Entertainment." During their moment of passion, Shinhye set her price. She knew men are the most vulnerable at times like this.

"Sure." The man replied from behind her. "But are you sure you won't miss your little boyfriend?"

"He's always just been a stepping stone for me."

"Haha, you sure are ruthless."

The two spent half an hour in the bathroom before tidying themselves up and walking out. Yonghwa and Ryeowon were busy chatting to some guests so they didn't take notice of her. Shinhye did not rush back to them, she just sat to the side by herself as she observed everything that is happening in the hall.

After the Bright Night Gala, Jooeun's value would definitely go up, but in the end, she still did not possess any big awards. Even though YG was determined to get Jooeun, if Shinhye is to sign on with JYP, it would mean she'd have better resources than Jooeun.

When that time comes, she would definitely make Jooeun experience how being stepped all over and humiliated felt like.

Seeing Shinhye sitting quietly, Ryeowon held onto her wine glass as she returned to her side. Her voice sounded a little surprised. "You don't seem to be the low-profile type, what are you thinking?"

"Jooeun's already got all the attention, do you think I can compete?" Shinhye asked back as she laughed.

"I've already contacted the paparazzi and organized a free headline for her. I'm curious how Lee Jeonghwan will react once he sees the article." Ryeowon gently shook the wine glass in her hand while her eyes were glued to Jooeun.

However, Ryeowon would have never considered, the reason Lee Jeonghwan managed to keep such a low profile is because he had connections with the news. So as soon as Ryeowon made her phone call, Jeonghwan received a recording of it.

The person that reported it asked Taejoo what they should do.

As it involved Jooeun, Taejoo didn't dare to make the decision on his own, so he quickly stepped towards Jeonghwan and whispered into his ear.

Jeonghwan is silent for a few seconds before apologizing to the guests beside him and heading for one of the guests' waiting rooms. He then took the recording from Taejoo and listened to it.

"I am Cha Jooeun. At the Bright Night Gala, I took an intimate photo with the CEO of GK Entertainment. I want you to create hype for me with an ambiguous headline. I want to be the main headline on the front cover no matter how much it costs!"