Trial Marriage Husband (Pangyo Couple version)

Chapter 144: Who Was That Man?

"I know you don't like to socialize, but the way you acted in front of Ahn Hani just then was too cold." Kangjun said as he pulled out the chair for Jooeun to sit on. Although he knew Jooeun had a cold personality, Ahn Hani's status was at a level where others had to show some respect.

Jooeun lifted her head and looked at Kangjun. She spoke with a sense of ridicule. "If I'm friendly to her, does that mean she will forget that I caused her to lose her manager? Are you confident that she hasn't put the blame on me?"

"You should forget your pride." Kangjun responded seriously.

"My pride is already forgotten."

Kangjun was stuck for words as he helplessly shook his head. "You entered Sublime in such a high-profile way, plus you are currently very popular. You are the biggest competitor for Ahn Hani and Shin Suhyun, that's why we need to be careful."

To put it simply, she was standing in more and more people's way. Since the industry was full of both open and hidden rivalry, she should at least try and make her opponents hold back a little when throwing their attacks. Although Jooeun's eyes were clear, she was a bit cold.

As they sat in the meeting room, both Kangjun and Jooeun were surprised to find Yeji had invited Bohyun to join in on the meeting.

As the topic of Jooeun's love life was brought up, Yeji once again reminded Jooeun and Kangjun to be careful. Most importantly, she placed the focus on Bohyun. She knew Bohyun and Jooeun had gone up against each other previously. She didn't care about what happened in the past. But from now on, she wasn't going to allow Jooeun to be schemed against by her own people.

"Bohyun, everything related to Jooeun isn't just Kangjun's problem. As the Artists Director, you also hold some responsibility. If anything happens to Jooeun, you will go down with her."

Bohyun frowned but still nodded at Yeji. "I understand."

In the end, Jooeun and Kangjun left first to go to Moscow. After they left, Yeji looked at Bohyun and tried to resolve the issue between them. "I know Kangjun has left a huge impact on you. I hope you can let go of the past. I still need you."

Bohyun looked at Yeji. He wasn't sure how sincere she was, so he tested her. "I want to know who is the person backing Cha Jooeun. What kind of fearful power does he possess?"

"Power?" Yeji shook her head and smiled. "What power do you think Jooeun has apart from the Cha family's power? If she was so powerful, would she require the help of Sublime to help her slowly advance? He has no such power."

Bohyun and Yeji's thoughts were the same. But he was still suspicious. "If that's the case, then why did you allow Jooeun to remain in a relationship?"

"What's so bad about it? When the time is right, we could even use it to divert the public's attention from a scandal. I can't guarantee everything for Sublime will always be smooth sailing."

As expected, Yeji wasn't so kind-hearted.

"Then, have you seen the man?"

"No. But I don't think it's someone that can be revealed. Jooeun is extremely secretive, so I tried to look into it myself. However, I still have not figured anything out."

Bohyun looked at Yeji, his eyes contained a sense of ridicule. As for Yeji's investigation, just because she wanted to look into it, did that mean Jeonghwan would just sit around and let her investigate? Most importantly, how dare she try to use Big Boss to divert scandals? What right did she think she had?

12PM.

Kangjun arrived at the airport early. He wanted to see the man that was traveling with Jooeun. However, all he saw was a fully disguised Jooeun followed by Minjung. The man was nowhere to be seen.

This was because Jeonghwan had directly taken the VIP entrance, so of course, Kangjun had no chance of seeing him. By the time he boarded the plane, Jeonghwan was already in the first-class cabin having a nap.

So mysterious? Kangjun even suspected there was a possibility the man was actually on a different flight.

Inside the first-class cabin, Jeonghwan was hugging Jooeun as they rested. While Jooeun flipped through the in-flight magazine, her eyes momentarily stopped on the page advertising diamond rings. There was an obvious look of longing. Jeonghwan noticed her gaze but did not say anything.

Although they were husband and wife, their hands were bare and they had never held a proper wedding ceremony. He had to think of a way to let her wear a ring without others suspecting it to be a wedding ring. It seemed hard, but not too hard.

Jeonghwan recalled Jooeun's schedule in his mind and smiled to himself. He had an idea.

Sitting in the economy cabin, Kangjun wasn't feeling great. This was the first time he had been thrown aside by an artist he managed. So he couldn't help but think back on the happy times he spent with Jiwon as they leaned against each other. Unfortunately, he was now all alone.

The 8-hour flight wasn't too long, but it also couldn't be considered short. Kangjun once again approached the front of the plane hoping to get a glimpse of the mysterious man. There was only one way out of the plane, this time he wouldn't miss the chance, right?

However, the reality was, Jooeun and Minjung hurried out of the plane without a man in sight and Kangjun couldn't possibly say he'd stay back and wait for a while.

Seeing Kangjun looking around curiously, Jooeun couldn't help but laugh. "What are you looking at? I never thought you had such a childish side to you."

"Do you not trust me?" Kangjun finally asked the question that had been in his heart. If Jooeun really trusted him, she would not be hiding something that even Minjung knew about.

"Yes, I do not trust you enough." Jooeun answered simply and straightforwardly. "After all, you previously caused me a heap of trouble..."

"Fine, I won't ask any further. But where will you be living?" Kangjun crossed his arms and wrapped his body tightly with a jacket. "Have you also made separate arrangements?"

"Just book accommodation for you and Minjung unnie. I will live nearby and make sure not to cause any delays with work."

"Jooeun, is this necessary? We will meet sooner or later. Since we are already overseas together, why can't you be honest with me?"

Light snow was falling on Moscow at this moment, but Jooeun was afraid of the cold. Even though Jeonghwan was well-prepared, she still couldn't handle the chill. She wrapped her arms tightly around herself as she rubbed her hands together. Seeing her actions, Jeonghwan who was currently exiting behind her, couldn't hold back his heartache. He immediately took off his jacket and placed it on Jooeun from behind before pulling her into his embrace and walking away with her. Everything happened so quickly Kangjun had no time to respond.

Who was that man? Who was the man that possessed the domineering presence of a king? Too bad he didn't see his face!

Kangjun realized he felt a little nervous.

"Hwan..."

"I know what you want to say. But I can't bear to see you cold." Jeonghwan wrapped his arms around Jooeun as he hurried her onto the Airport Pickup Limo prepared by St. Regis Hotel.

His own artist had been hijacked, so Kangjun couldn't help but follow closely behind. He and Minjung walked side-by-side. As the weather was too cold, neither of them spoke. Since they had gotten to this point, would he still not get the chance to see Jooeun's man?