Secretary Kim

Part 5

Taehyung was beyond shocked. He didn't know what to do for a moment. Everyone was whispering, but that was enough to create a huge noise. He went down towards his friends.

Yuna's parents went to her. An old lady was standing with a pained expression. It was his mother. You saw Taehyung and his mother walking towards the makeup room.

"It's her loss. Taehyung was such a good kid",  random strangers were talking among them. "I don't understand why she came this far if she doesn't want to get married", Luna said.

"You were right, Ms Lee", she said. "I will be back", you informed me and went towards the makeup room. "Please, don't ask him about the money now. I will make sure to pay", his mother was begging a man.

"Mrs Kim, the agreement was to settle it within today", he said. "I know, I thought of paying you back with the money we get as his wedding present. But, unfortunately", she was about to cry.

"Yuna, don't embarrass us and get married. Your boyfriend is not your best match", a female voice echoed. "Mom, please", Yuna cried. "Mrs Park, Let's cancel the wedding", Taehyung said.

"I can't marry your daughter in this state", he said. He was about to walk out while you were standing at the entrance. His mother went in not bothering you. "Taehyung ah", she said.

"Mom, let's go", he smiled weakly. "Ms Lee", his eyes widened. "What are you going to do?" you asked him. "Ms Lee", the girl's father recognized you. He passed a sad smile. "I will have to stop this wedding", he said.

"Not that one. I knew you wouldn't. You are unemployed, Mr Kim", you raised your eyebrows. They just watched your drama. "I have to find a job", he said. You took his ID card from your bag.

"Be at sharp 9 AM, Secretary Kim", you tossed his ID to him. "I wondered why it tagged along in my purse, it had a purpose", you smiled. His mother's face was relieved.

"Thank you Ms Lee", they thanked you. "You", you pointed at Yuna.  Taehyung sensed something was coming. "Ms Lee, let's go", he urged you. "You lost a gem", you said.

"Mr Park Hyun woo, you better settle them with compensation", you said. "That's not necessary, Ms Lee", he said. "Then, are you going to die in loan shark's hands", you asked.

"I will do something", he tugged your shoulders to move you. "Settle him, else you won't see the company tomorrow", you said and left. He just nodded. You left the venue.

You saw the guy who was bugging his mother for money. You approached him. "Hey", you called him. "What? Who are you?" the man asked.

"I understand that you do business but don't do rowdyism. Be gentle with those who are suffering. By the way, how much Kim Taehyung borrowed from you?" you asked him.

"A few thousands", he answered and walked away. You were surprised that you were not angry for ignoring you. Your driver picked you up and left for work. You were partly happy. The thought of him returning to the office made something in you.

You never felt this way. "What does he do with the salary? Why would he go to a loan shark?" you thought. "Whatever", you started to do your work. You exited the building in the evening.

"Mr Park", you called your driver. "Yes Ms", he answered. "Do you know where my old Secretary Kim Taehyung lives?" you asked. "I have dropped him a few times after work", he said.

"Can you take me there?" you asked. You stood in front of a small neighbourhood. "Is this where he lives?" you questioned him. He nodded. The driver pressed the calling bell in front of his house.

Taehyung opened the gate and to his surprise, you were standing. "Ms Lee, what brings you here?" he asked. You saw how his eyes were tired. He looked devastated.

"Am I not invited inside?" you asked him. "Uhm... yeah come in", he went in quickly. He called his mother. The house didn't have any happy aura. Well, it can't have. His mother welcomed you. You sat on their couch.

Their house was pretty decent and neat. "What brings you here, Ms Lee?" Taehyung asked again. "I came to meet your mom", you said. "Me?" Mrs Kim questioned.

"Don't take me wrong, but I saw everything happened. I pay your son very well, Mrs Kim, I swear. But, where does he spend everything?" you asked. Taehyung rolled his eyes. "I saw that", you said.

"Ms Lee, that's a bit-", Taehyung tried to avoid. "Because we have loans to pay. I thought that if he moves to a city, I can do some work and earn as well. Marrying him off was a bad idea", she said.

"Who has come?" Taehee came in her wheelchair. "She is my sister", he said. You somewhat guessed their situation. Taehyung explained everything that happened.

"I really thought that she was a good girl. I liked their family, but I expect something like this to happen", she wiped her tears. You felt bad. "Did I do something wrong by visiting your family?" you asked Taehyung.

He chuckled. It was like I know you well in and out. It's not even surprising. "Don't worry Mrs Kim. Your son is the best employee I have ever seen.

He deserves someone better", you said. She smiled proudly looking at her son. "Ms Taehee, will you work in our company?" you asked her.

"But she can't move around much even using lifts", Taehyung dragged. "Lobby receptionists don't need to move around much", you said.

"You can come and go with your brother", you said. She saw Taehyung. "Tell me what you feel? Don't look at him", you said. "I will come", she said, enthusiastically.

"Tae hee ya, that's", he didn't want his sister to work. "Let her go Taehyung ah. She can be independent too", his mother said.

He had no choice but to accept. "Fine, I will see you both tomorrow", you stood up. Your stomach grumbled, earning a chuckle from him.