Chapter 19
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 19
Chapter Title: A Newlywed Couple That Seems Somehow Strange
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Something felt off about this newlywed couple.
An interesting incident occurred in the afternoon.
"Isn't that the guy from the news?"
"Whoa, total hottie. And that body."
"He's so handsome. And tall too."
"Hey, hey, let's go take a picture with him."
A group of female college students suddenly swarmed over, snapped some photos, and left.
Lee Eun-ae snorted as she watched them go.
A lot more women started sneaking glances at my body too.
"Excuse me, how old are you?"
"Do you have a girlfriend? If not, can I get your number...?"
The approaches from bold women felt nice, but I shot them down firmly.
Lee Eun-ae was right there beside me, after all.
She's still my superior. I couldn't give her any reason to chew me out.
"Must be nice, Tae-hu. So popular."
But Lee Eun-ae's reaction was different this time.
"Probably because of the news."
"They might not even know it's you."
"Word must've gotten around."
"Focus on work anyway. Stop grinning like an idiot. I'll be watching you."
"Got it. Don't worry. Unless it's a woman on your level, Assistant Manager."
"...Hmph."
I teased her a little, and she quickly looked away. Must be embarrassed.
This was a famous resort spot, so there were plenty of pretty women with great figures.
The guys showing off their upper bodies looked pretty ripped too.
I'd heard they got a ton of male applicants for part-time jobs here. Maybe that's why.
"Hello, Seo Tae-hu?"
"Nice to meet you, Tae-hu."
Then a couple approached.
Familiar faces.
"Yes. Hello."
"We're from the PR Department. I'm Manager Jin Seong-tae."
"I'm Assistant Manager Yoo Eun-joo. Nice to meet you."
Jin Seong-tae. Yoo Eun-joo.
I knew those two.
Their names came up a lot in office chatter. Especially from the guys.
A company couple who'd gotten married last year—one year into their honeymoon phase.
They got a lot of cheers and jealousy from everyone.
Plenty of people envied the handsome guy and beautiful girl.
Yoo Eun-joo, a former Miss Korea, was especially the target of jealousy from other women.
Her looks were legendary, and I'd seen her in company promo photos.
'Damn.'
Those photos didn't even capture half her real beauty.
Yoo Eun-joo's looks were overwhelming.
She wore a hat like Lee Eun-ae, but her long, slightly wavy hair cascaded over her shoulders.
Her glossy strands shimmered in the sunlight, accentuating her feminine charm.
Full lips, large eyes, smooth forehead, and porcelain skin—the picture of classic beauty.
The pure, elegant type that came to mind first, with a hint of sexiness too.
The kind of face any guy would fall for.
'No wonder she won at Miss Korea.'
The only downside was her outfit.
Her best feature was the insane proportions from her 171cm height.
Her waist-to-hip line was artistic perfection.
Her ample chest and firm butt were killer too.
But she was hiding it all under clothes that didn't fit a poolside.
Long training pants and a black half-sleeve zip-up hoodie swallowed her figure whole.
Zip pulled all the way up to her neck.
Isn't she hot?
Even so, her beauty shone through, but it was a shame not to see those sleek curves.
Rumors said she'd won Miss Korea thanks to her standout waist-hip-leg line.
With it all covered, I felt like I'd sinned in a past life.
Still, the tight zipper highlighted her chest nicely.
Her hips and waist peeked through subtly too.
"I'm Intern Seo Tae-hu."
I lightly shook Assistant Manager Yoo Eun-joo's outstretched hand and greeted her.
"We're here for your interview today, Tae-hu. You heard?"
"Yes, I did."
"Assistant Manager Lee Eun-ae?"
"Yes?"
"Mind if we borrow Tae-hu for a bit to do the interview?"
"...Sure. Go ahead."
"Shall we go, Tae-hu?"
As she spoke, Yoo Eun-joo pulled her zipper down a bit, maybe from the heat.
Her smooth collarbone and cleavage appeared above her black sports bra.
Such fair skin. And yeah, those breasts are big.
"Assistant Manager Yoo."
"Oh, sorry, honey."
"It's Manager here."
"Sorry, Manager."
But Manager Jin Seong-tae said one word, and she zipped back up.
Yoo Eun-joo pouted her lips, zipping up reluctantly.
Her dissatisfied expression made it clear something was up between them.
No wonder she's a former Miss Korea.
Even just walking exuded sexiness.
Her proportions were that good.
She walked like a real model.
Jealous.
Of Manager Jin Seong-tae.
No surprise the office guys gossiped about them.
Even the guys on our team talked about Yoo Eun-joo and Jin Seong-tae a lot.
They were the perfect handsome-beautiful couple, drawing eyes just by walking together.
Glance.
I had to avoid Manager Jin Seong-tae's eyes as he suddenly turned back.
"Tae-hu."
"Yes, Manager."
"Walk beside me. Let's chat."
Why did it feel like he was blocking the view of her back?
"Three months since you joined?"
"Yes. This month marks three."
"Impressive work at a crucial time."
At our company, interns usually got confirmed as full-time between 3-6 months.
Faster than most places.
"Just doing what needed to be done."
"Heard you're ex-UDT."
"Yes. That's how I was able to save her."
"Oh, that explains it. I saw the CCTV—your swimming form was pro-level."
Yoo Eun-joo sidled up beside me and chimed in.
"Assistant Manager Yoo. Over here."
"...I just wanted to join the conversation."
"Now."
"..."
She hung her head like a wet puppy and moved back beside Jin Seong-tae.
Suffocating.
Aren't they married?
Newlyweds, and the vibe's like this?
One side so domineering, the other too submissive.
'No.'
Not submissive—she seemed reluctant, forced to obey Jin Seong-tae.
Tall, handsome Jin Seong-tae with broad shoulders and good looks. Any woman would be drawn to him.
Probably why Yoo Eun-joo married him.
But did their personalities match?
Then Jin Seong-tae eyed my body.
"Nice physique."
"Yours too, Manager."
Just a simple blue tee, but you could tell he worked out.
"We need to show it off. Let's do the interview under that parasol."
"Sounds good."
"Assistant Manager Yoo. Set it up, please."
"Yes."
At his word, Yoo Eun-joo ran over and arranged the parasol, table, and chairs facing away from the pool.
"Sit here."
As I sat, Jin Seong-tae rested his chin on his hand, looking serious.
"Assistant Manager Yoo. Fetch a basin of water."
Water? Why?
Jin Seong-tae held the water Yoo Eun-joo brought and looked at me.
"I'll splash a little on you. Okay?"
"...Why?"
"Interview's on video. Wet look will draw more attention."
That's why he complimented my body.
They said he was a pro at work, and this attention to detail proved it.
"Need to pump up? I can give you time."
"Yeah, just a sec."
I'd burned some protein with Lee Eun-ae in the bathroom earlier.
Huff. Huff.
During push-ups, I glanced sideways—Yoo Eun-joo was peeking.
Lips pursed like a chipmunk.
"Need sit-ups too. Wanna spot me, Manager?"
"Sure."
After pumping, my chest and abs swelled nicely.
"Assistant Manager Yoo. Splash lightly."
"Yes."
Yoo Eun-joo dipped her hand in the basin and sprinkled water bit by bit.
The cool water felt refreshing in the heat.
Meanwhile, Jin Seong-tae set up the camera.
"Shoot. Assistant Manager Yoo, gotta run to the office. Forgot something."
"Okay."
As Jin Seong-tae dashed off hurriedly.
"Ah!"
Of all times, Yoo Eun-joo dropped the basin.
It splashed my lower body, making me jump up startled.
"S-Sorry!"
She pulled out a handkerchief and frantically tried to wipe it off.
Whoa?
She actually wiped.
Summer weather—it's just pleasantly cool.
But.
'...Feels good.'
The view was nice.
Yoo Eun-joo on her knees, wiping my thigh with the handkerchief—it felt suggestive.
Like right before a blowjob.
My lower half started to stir a bit.
'Damn, am I crazy?'
Can I even function in daily life?
Getting hard from this.
"..."
But she must've seen it twitch.
She'd wiped mostly near my crotch, so the bulge was visible.
She averted her eyes, stood carefully.
"...Sorry."
"It's fine."
Awkward now.
I drank some water to calm down, while she stared far off, cheeks flushed.
Blushing cutely.
"Um, Assistant Manager."
"Y-Yes?"
"Anything else besides the interview?"
"Oh, yeah. Need swimming footage too. And promo video at the studio later."
"Promo video?"
"Your clip went viral online, promoting the resort. We're capitalizing—'Relax with our reliable safety staff' vibe."
Intern life over at this rate?
Sweet. Absolutely doing it.
"Won't film everything today. No worries."
"I can do it all today."
"We don't have time. Hehe."
Her beaming smile was too pretty.
Staring at it sparked a thought.
'...Even a woman like this in the Corruption Space.'
Would she end up like Lee Eun-ae?
Crazy idea, but I imagined it.
How would a top-tier beauty like her turn out?
"Tae-hu."
"Yes?"
"Do all ex-UDT guys swim that well?"
"It's a maritime special ops unit. Swimming's essential."
"Wow, amazing. I always thought good swimmers were incredible."
Her sparkling eyes as she asked felt hamster-like.
A pure, elegant woman turns this cute when curious.
"You don't swim well?"
"No. Tried lessons, but I'm clumsy."
"Want me to teach you? I'm good at it."
"Really? For real?"
"Yes. Serious."
Jin Seong-tae was coming back from the office, visible in the distance.
Seeing him, Yoo Eun-joo's bright smile faded to a stiff expression. Then she whispered,
"Tae-hu. Let's talk later."
Afraid of Jin Seong-tae?
Feels like she's under his thumb.
Jin Seong-tae finished camera setup and looked at me.
"Water's dried just right. Perfect. Let's interview."
The interview went with Yoo Eun-joo asking questions, me answering.
Nothing tough.
Talked about UDT background, mindset saving the woman, pros/cons of company life.
Midway, she asked me to take off my shirt once, so I did.
Interview wrapped up.
"Thanks for your hard work, Manager. Assistant Manager."
"You too, Tae-hu."
I bowed; Yoo Eun-joo replied energetically, but Jin Seong-tae silently packed the camera, looking displeased.
Reason came soon.
After packing, he approached me.
"Tae-hu."
"Yes, Manager."
"Good work today. But."
"..."
"Earlier. Laughing and chatting with another man's wife? Not a good look. Be careful next time."
What the hell.
This jealous nerd dialogue overflowing with insecurity.
Jealous over our walk-and-talk earlier?
"Honey, why? Suddenly."
"Let's go, Eun-joo."
He turned and walked off first.
Ridiculous.
What did I do wrong?
I can't stand this crap anymore. Decided not to tolerate it.
"Manager. Hold on."
"...What."
"Your words earlier. Really offended me."
"So?"
"Want to explain what you meant. And apologize."
"What if I don't?"
"Honey, stop. We agreed not to. Tae-hu, sorry. I'll talk to him later. Come on, honey. Hurry."
Yoo Eun-joo dragged Jin Seong-tae away in the end.
Wanted to press further, but.
She glanced back and bowed slightly, so I held off.
'What a prick.'
Felt it from first sight.
Somehow twisted guy.
Pity for Yoo Eun-joo. Such a waste.
"..."
Her waistline and hips in that backside—insanely hot.
Tempting.