Chapter 65
Chapter 65
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Translator: MadScientist
Chapter: 65
Chapter Title: Found a Woman Who Sparks Interest
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[Where is that place Choi Seok-hyun and Ji Jun-woo were talking about?]
⚙ SYSTEM NOTIFICATION ⚙ [Search Result] It's a high-end bar in Gangnam. 'So it was Ten Pro.'
A guy with a girlfriend goes to a place like that?
He's even thinking about marrying Yoo Seo-hyun.
'Poor Yoo Seo-hyun.'
I didn't know what kind of woman Yoo Seo-hyun was, but it was obvious what kind of future she'd have marrying a guy like that.
'I'll steal her anyway.'
Just like he stole my item.
This time, I'll take his woman.
I'm just biding my time to do it when he's at his happiest.
"Anyway, Section Chief. Next time you go, please take me with you. It must be lonely going alone."
"Haha. Manager Ji, you're good at sucking up. Alright, alright. I'll think about it."
"Hehehe."
Choi Seok-hyun pulled out another cigarette and lit it.
"But aren't there any hot chicks in your department?"
"None in our team. Nope."
"Yeah, figures. No rumors, so it's quiet."
"That's why I'm jealous of you, Section Chief. Team Leader Han Joo-hee... damn, she's smoking hot."
"Team Leader Han? Heh. Yeah, she is. She got me all worked up today too."
"Really?"
"Earlier in the meeting with her wet hair. She looked weirdly sexy. Like she was giving off that female scent big time."
"The Ice Witch Han Joo-hee?"
"I'm telling you. Is she secretly seeing someone at the company? She had that pheromone vibe."
"Ugh. She's married, though. If so, that's leverage..."
"Hahaha. You crazy bastard. She'd rattle those chains."
People often badmouth their direct superiors at work.
It's the only way to relieve some stress.
Of course, crude talk about women happens too.
They just can't do it openly because it'd be risky if caught.
A rooftop like this was perfect for that kind of lowbrow chatter.
Even so, the noise reaching my ears felt like an unpleasant annoyance.
"I really wanna fuck her once. Wonder if there's a way."
"Heh. Section Chief. Ice Witch. Ice Witch."
"Hah. Manager Ji, you know what I mean, right?"
"Huh? What?"
"Women like that go wildest. Outwardly charismatic and aloof, but in bed, they shake their hips like total sluts."
"Hahaha. True. True."
"Think about it. A woman who's cold to everyone else getting pounded by me and turning slutty. Fuck, doesn't that get you hard?"
"Whoa... yeah, that'd be different."
"Imagining that bitch Han Joo-hee moaning like a whore makes my dick throb. Hahaha."
"Haha. Must be tough for you every day, Section Chief."
"Wish we could go on a business trip just the two of us sometime. Sigh. I had to go on that Jeju trip recently, such a shame."
"But she doesn't drink."
"That's on a man's skills. That's why I'm in her good graces."
"You're building trust."
Choi Seok-hyun definitely had a thug vibe.
Even though he went to Korea University and did decent work, so Team Leader Han pushed for him.
He was overestimating himself.
Team Leader Han had her issues too.
After hearing that conversation, my negative view of Choi Seok-hyun shot up even more.
'Not letting this slide.'
Daring to eye my woman.
Time to utterly ruin him.
'Maybe lay some groundwork slowly.'
Just stealing Yoo Seo-hyun felt insufficient.
A guy like that needs to see rock bottom.
After they finished their smokes and left.
I headed to the CEO's office and used my search ability.
[Tell me about any items or projects currently in the company that Choi Seok-hyun would fail or that can't succeed.]
⚙ SYSTEM NOTIFICATION ⚙ [Search Result] Among ongoing projects, there's nothing Choi Seok-hyun is guaranteed to fail. He has various connections and access to external resources, so he can likely push through most issues with help. "Yeah. He does have solid connections."
With Choi Seok-hyun's skills, most items would succeed.
He wouldn't have gotten hired without talent.
"Let's think differently."
Working with him before, he'd shown a subtle greed for money.
Ten Pro earlier cost a fortune too.
"No way?"
[Tell me about any illegal things Choi Seok-hyun has done behind the company's back. Include exact damage to the company and amounts.]
⚙ SYSTEM NOTIFICATION ⚙ Choi Seok-hyun has... "Whoa, look at this bastard?"
Actually embezzling money?
He'd used intellectual property licenses for management and consulting fees, setting up two backdoor contracts.
Siphoning money to a personal account on the sly.
"Crazy fucker."
Ballsy. Stealing company funds.
The amount exceeded 50 million won.
"So that's where his bar money came from?"
What an interesting guy.
I could leverage this.
But an even better idea hit me.
"A thief doesn't steal just once."
If he's thinking marriage with Yoo Seo-hyun, he'd want even more cash.
Multiple illegal acts or crimes lead to harsher penalties.
[Among items or projects in the company, tell me everything Choi Seok-hyun could illegally exploit.]
⚙ SYSTEM NOTIFICATION ⚙ Items and projects Choi Seok-hyun might illegally exploit are as follows: *... About two items came up.
"Perfect."
A sparrow can't pass a mill without pecking.
If the chance arises, he'll do it again.
"Time to send you straight to hell, Choi Seok-hyun."
I'll set a trap he'll fall into.
Then ruin his life over it.
And steal Yoo Seo-hyun too.
◇◇◇◆◇◇◇ "Maybe get acquainted first."
I'll send Choi Seok-hyun plummeting when he's happiest.
So I need to lay the groundwork thoroughly.
"She runs a nail salon, right?"
Time to check out Yoo Seo-hyun's face.
Luckily, it was open until 8 PM.
I drove there alone today.
Parked roughly and went in.
'Smaller than I thought.'
Small-scale operation.
"Welcome!"
Not Yoo Seo-hyun; a female employee greeted me.
"What brings you here, sir?"
Her eyes sparkled.
She liked my face; a slight blush colored her cheeks.
"Here for a manicure."
"Oh, great. These days, men need to take care of themselves too."
The employee's looks were subpar.
"Is the owner not in?"
Then Yoo Seo-hyun emerged from the back.
In a white T-shirt and jeans, she was...
'Gorgeous, as expected.'
Worlds apart from glimpsing her in the car.
Up close, her face, figure, and vibe were even better.
"Hello. I'm the owner."
"Can we talk?"
"Yes. This way to the consultation room."
I followed Yoo Seo-hyun, ignoring the employee's disappointed look.
'Great ass too.'
The tight jeans hugging her hips, thighs, and legs looked incredibly sexy.
The consultation room was cramped.
Sitting face-to-face across a desk let me admire her beauty even more.
'How'd he land her?'
Way out of Choi Seok-hyun's league.
Too pretty to comprehend.
Search said they met at a friend's wedding and got close after.
'Out of questions.'
Used too many since morning; none left.
"Sir? You want a manicure?"
"Yes."
"May I see?"
Yoo Seo-hyun's voice was confident, unflinching.
She seemed satisfied and self-assured in her work.
"Could I see your hands?"
"Sure."
She took my hand to inspect it.
'Big tits too?'
They jiggled slightly with each upper body movement.
Definitely more than a handful.
"Hmm. Your nails are in excellent condition."
"Really?"
"Yes. Do you get special care?"
"No."
"Impressive. Best among recent male customers."
She smiled brightly while examining my nails.
Her smile made me want her more.
"So no need for care?"
"We have men's care. I recommend it."
"Sounds good. Do it."
"Shall we go out? Work's done in the main area."
"Yes. But I'd appreciate if you did it yourself."
"My staff is skilled."
"Want you to do it."
"Hmm..."
"You're pretty."
"..."
Yoo Seo-hyun stared at my face, then smiled faintly.
"Thanks. I'll do it."
"Appreciate it."
"But no more compliments next time. I have a boyfriend."
"Too bad."
Instinct told me she wasn't easy.
We went out.
The employee eyed me expectantly.
"Men's care? Owner, let me do it."
"No. He wants me to."
"...Okay."
I ignored the sulking employee.
Sat across from Yoo Seo-hyun for the treatment.
Most women react like that employee to my face.
'She's different.'
Treating me purely as a customer?
[What's Yoo Seo-hyun's current mental state? Like last time, inner thoughts in dialogue format.]
⚙ SYSTEM NOTIFICATION ⚙ [Search Result] *His nails are really in good shape. Just a light care will do. *What nutrient should I use? It's so good already; a bit more attention and it'll be perfect. *Nice watch; looks like a big earner... Do well and make him a regular. *Pretty compliment feels good. Hehe. Surprisingly, no rating on my looks.
Mostly work-related thoughts, one about my compliment.
'Not bad.'
Many women get annoyed by ugly guys complimenting them.
Hers feeling good meant I met her standards.
"Your hands are really nice. Can't stop looking."
"Yeah?"
"Yes. A working man's hands this neat? It's convincing. Builds trust, I guess."
Professional flattery to hook regulars.
A woman like Yoo Seo-hyun saying that? Male customers would return.
Her occasional bright smiles added charm.
'Dangerous. Dangerous.'
Planned to take it slow, but now I wanted more.
Test her style a bit.
While the employee was in the bathroom, I asked.
"Really have a boyfriend?"
Blatant flirt.
"Yes."
"Shame."
"You look good too; bet you have one."
"Sadly, no."
"You'll meet a nice one."
"Someone like you would be great."
"That's rude, sir."
This time, firm despite the smile.
Definitely not easy.
"Dinner invite rude too?"
"Yes."
"You do waxing too, right?"
"Yes. By appointment."
"For men?"
"Rarely."
"Book me one."
"Hmm."
Yoo Seo-hyun gave me a strange look.
"Why look like that?"
"You're handsome, sure. But overconfident maybe."
"What?"
"Waxing doesn't seem purely innocent."
Quick on the uptake.
"But I'll book it."
"Even knowing my intent?"
"Yes. I won't waver. Once a customer, always one."
High self-esteem.
Iron walls.
"Book it then."
"Name, date, time?"
Competitive fire ignited.
Her showing distaste for my flirting.
Her confidence in not wavering intrigued me.
'With a guy like Choi Seok-hyun.'
Booked waxing two days later, when free.
"See you the day after tomorrow."
"Yes."
My curiosity about Yoo Seo-hyun skyrocketed.
Felt like I had to win against Choi Seok-hyun.