On the second floor of a hotel in Sogong-dong, Seoul.
To be honest, from the moment Hee-joo entered here, she felt suppressed.
The Deputy Prime Minister, Ministers of various ministries, Chief of Political Affairs, Chief of Social Affairs and other key government officials, as well as bigwigs from the political, business, financial, labor, cultural and sports, media and academic circles all gathered here.
Even if you just take a quick look, the people standing in line here should not be underestimated.
"Oh, Baek's son-in-law!"
At this time, Kim Yeon-hee, who was entertaining guests at the entrance, looked over. She was obviously more happy to see her son-in-law than her daughter.
"I heard that Councilor Baek and Sangyeong Ilbo are getting married. Is it true?"
"Is this the first time you bring your wife here?"
"Is Councilor Baek officially preparing to run for president..?."
Various whispers came into Baek Sa-eon's ears at the same time.
Curious eyes soon scattered to the woman holding his arm next to him.
Although Hee-joo felt that she was about to get goose bumps, she still looked forward calmly. She only had one mission today.
‘It’s just a decoration.’
At this time, Kim Yeon-hee squeezed in front of the young couple in the crowd.
“Why did you come together? I thought you wouldn’t come.”
“How are you?”
“Of course, how can I be unhappy?”
Despite Baek Sa-eon’s cold greeting, she still smiled very brightly.
“But, Baek son-in-law, can I borrow my daughter?”
The man frowned slightly, but finally nodded. However, Hee-joo instinctively grasped his elbow tightly.
“……!”
Her unintentional action made the cold face touch her tangled arm.
Hee-joo hurriedly let go of her hand, but Baek Sa-eon frowned and looked at her carefully. He muttered in a low voice.
“Don’t leave?”
“…….”
The two people’s eyes met.
The cold eyes were still the same, but there was a little difference.
'As if…'
No matter what she asked, he would agree… Hee-joo shook her head.
"What a ridiculous idea...!"
She shook her head again.
"Hee-joo."
At this time, her mom interrupted and instantly broke the delicate atmosphere.
"How can you bother Mr. Baek so much?"
She pulled Hee-joo to her side.
Kim Yeon-hee pushed Hee-joo's back and signaled to Baek Sa-eon not to worry.
The man stood there, frowning. That face looked stubborn, and Hee-joo couldn't help but turn her head away.
"You...!"
Her mom lowered her voice and pulled Hee-joo to a corner.
Even so, she still maintained an elegant smile and greeted people she met.
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When The Phone Rings / The Call You Just Made Is
Gizem / GerilimHong Heeju is a sign language interpreter who has become mute due to severe depression. For three years of their arranged marriage, she and her husband never exchanged a single conversation. One day, her life takes a harrowing turn when she's taken...
