Trial Marriage Husband (Pangyo Couple version)

Chapter 104: Deflecting Danger on Someone Else

Early the next morning, Minjung secretly took all the information she had on Jang Geunseuk to meet the reporter's cousin at a remote cafe. Among the two cousins, one is Yoo Minshik and the other one is Han Jiwoo. Yoo Minshik was the one that tried to blackmail Minjung last time and was also the older cousin of the man currently sitting before her.

Dressed in a black-patterned t-shirt and a pair of ripped jeans, hair slicked back neatly, Han Jiwoo seemed to be the type of person that was used to luxury. Upon seeing Minjung, he removed his sunglasses and raised his eyebrows. "What have you called me out here for?"

Minjung isn't aware that this man was about to release a scandal about Jooeun. She just simply said, "If I have a money-making offer for you, will you take it behind your cousin's back?"

"How much money are we talking about?"

"Both you and your cousin should know that our Jooeun is very stubborn. No matter how badly she is being defamed, she will still refuse to spend money on clearing her name. Originally, with the information I have in my hands, I could just directly expose it since Jooeun has left it in my hands. However, when I think about the person behind the bed-climbing scandal, I feel bad for Jooeun, so I've decided to work with you. I'll give all the information to you for free, not only because it will prove Jooeun's innocence but also because I have one simple request: tell everyone that you got this information from Sublime's Park Hyomin."

After hearing her words, Han Jiwoo realized Jooeun already knew everything. After a moment of hesitation, he finally took the information out of Minjung's hands. To his surprise, the information about Jang Geunseuk is more extensive than what he already had; it had the names of all the female celebrities involved, as well photos. The photos he and his cousin had previously taken weren't always clear, but the evidence in front of him is definitive proof.

Since Minjung is so sincere, Han Jiwoo decided to lay his cards on the table. "To tell you the truth, Park Hyomin is currently preparing to release a scandal about Cha Jooeun. She is planning to use a photoshopped photo to claim that it is a photo of Cha Jooeun and Jang Geunseuk in bed. If not for your phone call last night, Cha Jooeun would already be the hottest topic again."

Hearing this, Minjung's heart skipped a beat. "Lucky."

"That's why you're stupid. If you put that fake photo up, someone will expose it as being fake sooner or later; how much is Park Hyomin paying you and your cousin to do that? And how much of it is your share? On the other hand, Jooeun definitely won't be giving you money, but look at this information. All you have to do is release it but hide the names of all the celebrities involved. When they see it, they will be so paranoid of being exposed, they will contact you and offer you money as well as other benefits to keep quiet. As for Park Hyomin, you won't be losing out. You just need to contact Sublime and tell them you have information to expose about members of the Park family in the entertainment industry and Park Hyomin will definitely try to make negotiations with you."

Hearing all this, Han Jiwoo agreed with her words. On top of everything, he had been suppressed by his cousin for too long. With the information from Minjung in his hands, he is now in possession of more definitive evidence than his cousin. This meant he no longer had to be under his cousin's control.

"Of course, I need to remind you. If these female celebrities are willing to give you money, you shouldn't be too greedy. Otherwise, going against you is as easy as stepping on an ant. If you're left with nothing, it wouldn't be very beneficial for you."

"This, I understand." Fortunately, Han Jiwoo is less of a risk-taker than his cousin.

"Park Hyomin shouldn't blame me for being too ruthless. Both you and I know how much she's done in order to defame Jooeun. I am merely giving her an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth. Can I trust you to handle this? I've already placed a huge stack of cash in your hands. If you mess this up, then you can only be suppressed by your cousin for the rest of your life. Plus don't forget, if you can't do it, my alternative choice is to give this information to your cousin."

"Of course I want to handle this personally, but Cha Jooeun's scandal will be released at noon."

"Then it's up to you to figure something out."

Han Jiwoo was silent for half a second before turning his head in response. "I have a plan!"

Minjung squinted her eyes slightly as she nodded her head. "In case you're lying to me, I'll send you the high-resolution photos after I see the news. After all, you don't need definitive evidence just yet."

"That's fine."

Han Jiwoo's plan is actually quite simple. Before the release of Jooeun's news, he would prepare another article. After his brother approves Jooeun's news, he would swap it out with the information Minjung gave him. Like this, his cousin wouldn't be able to stop him. Instead, he would have to beg him.

Minjung watched as Han Jiwoo appeared to be deep in thought. She felt a sense of irony. Anyone that had previously hurt Jooeun would not be able to escape unscathed. Of course, this method of deflecting the danger on someone else was thought up by Jooeun and Jeonghwan. Their aim is for all the models involved with Jang Geunseuk to despise Park Hyomin.

After their conversation was over, Minjung left the remote location. She chose this place because there are no surveillance cameras anywhere to be seen. Did Park Hyomin really think, by being in a big company and being a capable employee for Seo Yeji, she could do whatever she wanted? By involving herself with Cha Jooeun and Lee Jeonghwan – who loved his wife, there's no way they would allow this.

An hour later, Minjung returned to Nine One Hannam. She reported all the details of her meeting with Han Jiwoo to Jooeun. She found out Park Hyomin was about to make a move. Hearing this, she thought of the anonymous email she received. Did this mean it's someone from Sublime that had sent it? She couldn't figure out what Park Hyomin's intention could be.

"Did you leave behind anything for them to hold against you later?"

"Hehe...Big Boss is so amazing he already told Taejoo to teach me how to take precautions, there's no need to worry." Minjung waved her hand reassuringly as she smiled. Jooeun is being too anxious.

"Then I'll just wait to watch the show at noon."

"Yes, sit back and enjoy."

Noon. Sublime Artist Agency CEO's office.

Seo Yeji is sitting at her desk dressed in a professional-looking white suit as she smiled at Bohyun. "How'd you go? I asked you to contact Cha Jooeun, what's the result?"

"I contacted her. But it seems she will be signing on with JYP Entertainment. Although JYP is a smaller company, her voice can be heard there and she can give her opinions." Bohyun answered with caution and care.

"That makes sense. Cha Jooeun is a model with ambition. She doesn't like people to intervene too much." Seo Yeji responded. "Since this is the case, then let it be."

"Yes, President." Bohyun breathed a sigh of relief. He was the one that had sent a warning to Cha Jooeun. By preventing Jooeun from joining Sublime, he felt he owed her. So knowing Jooeun might suffer innocently, he couldn't bear to watch it happen. Now that he had given her the warning, what she was to do is her choice and not his problem anymore.

"Oh yeah, in 2 days' time, there is a charity event. I don't have a partner yet, you can come with me." Seo Yeji suddenly ordered.

"Haven't you always hated events like this?"

"I have no choice, Lee Jeonghwan will be there. You know how I can't resist the temptation of a capable man." Seo Yeji brushed her hand through her hair elegantly, looking extremely stylish.

"But I heard Lee Jeonghwan is already married..."

"If he's married, there's no way he wouldn't announce it. Since he didn't announce it, it must be a cover. Have you ever seen a wedding ring on his hand? So there's no reason we shouldn't go. I have nothing to lose."