Episode 17
Do-kyung realized that tormenting someone was incredibly exhausting. Even if he resolved to be ruthless, human nature wasn't something that could be easily changed. The next morning, watching Jeong So-young completely drained and drooling in her sleep, he packed a few things and left her house.
Then he arrived home and slept as if he had fainted.
On Sunday, he intended to learn more about Subordinate Foresight, but when he woke up, it was already 7 P.M. With the time being so late, he decided to abandon the idea of meeting Jin-ju.
He got up, washed, and then sent the next plan to Jeong So-young via message. The reply came immediately.
[Manager, please… ㅠㅠ]
[I'll check it first thing tomorrow, make sure it's all done.]
[Yes ㅠㅠ]
The crying emoji from Jeong So-young was not an act of cuteness, but a true expression of sincerity. It was an emoji sent out of genuine embarrassment and confusion. Yet, even so, she couldn't refuse. He lay sprawled on the bed, recalling the image of Jeong So-young, who was teasing him with her labia.
It was an obscene sight enough to make his member stand up just by thinking about it, but he ultimately did not insert himself into her. He intended to mentally push her until she pleaded and begged him to penetrate her.
He had many things he wanted to do.
There was a thought to widen the inside of her vagina, which was so tight due to her lack of sexual experience that blood couldn't flow. The first sex with Jeong So-young was painful for her, but it was not very enjoyable for Do-kyung either. It was stimulating, like a borderline rape situation, but honestly, it was so tight that it hurt. So, he thought of modifying her to suit his taste.
As he was gradually planning, he fell asleep at some point. The weekend passed in an instant. Arriving at the company early in the morning, he first identified the tasks he had to do today. Revenge was revenge, but since he was working at the company, he had to handle his tasks properly.
9 A.M.
Haha, hoho, the noisy office gradually quieted down, and everyone sank into the depths of work. It was the same for Do-kyung. Reviewing the proposal submitted by Assistant Manager Lee Joon-seok, he sighed.
The proposal wasn't bad.
But strangely, it didn't sit well with him.
Lee Joon-seok was a competent employee and one of the few whom Do-kyung trusted and delegated work to in the office.
Usually, he would approve it and send it to the Team Leader, but today, something seemed lacking. In fact, this wasn't the first time. There had been several such instances last week, but he had just let them pass.
'What is it? What's bothering me so much?'
For now, there was no particular issue with the proposal itself.
As expected of an ace, Lee Joon-seok submitted it perfectly without a single flaw. Yet, he felt strangely uneasy and somewhat dissatisfied.
Tap, tap.
Do-kyung, tapping the proposal with his fingers, suddenly froze.
[The condition for the manifestation of the power of Goddess Gaia, Reality Foresight, has been fulfilled. Would you like to activate it?]
What's this? Without hesitation, Do-kyung nodded this time.
Then, his vision darkened, and a newspaper appeared in his sight.
-Chairman Jo Deok-jae arrested.
-Illegal entertainment hospitality by Jo-sung ENT uncovered.
-Financial Supervisory Service begins investigation of Jo-sung Group.
-National Tax Service begins investigation of Jo-sung Group.
-Police and prosecution begin investigation of Jo-sung Group.
-Jo-sung Group's stock price plummets.
The stream of articles suddenly vanished, and the proposal came back into view. Though he returned to reality, Do-kyung couldn't move. He was bewildered and astonished.
'Huh… so this is what foresight was?'
He looked over the proposal again.
The proposal submitted by Lee Joon-seok was a one-time event plan in collaboration with Jo-sung Entertainment, a subsidiary of Jo-sung Group. The plan was to hold a concert for pediatric cancer patients to calm the currently buzzing public opinion by inviting celebrities.
Thus, they decided to collaborate with Jo-sung Entertainment, with whom they had a good relationship, but the group began to crumble, starting with the arrest of Chairman Jo Deok-jae of Jo-sung Group. Do-kyung was certain that what he saw was indeed an event that would occur in the future. In fact, the arrest of Chairman Jo Deok-jae, as shown in the foresight, was scheduled for next Monday.
'So that's why I felt uneasy? To avoid getting caught up in it for no reason?'
If that were the case, it was entirely possible.
The proposal itself wasn't an issue, but this wasn't something Do-kyung could handle alone. Since Director Lee Myung-sun was already aware of the collaboration with Jo-sung Entertainment, if Do-kyung passed on this, rumors would inevitably spread.
Moreover, it was Team Leader Moon Jae-hee who initially suggested collaborating with Jo-sung Entertainment. Both Lee Myung-sun and Do-kyung saw no issues with working with Jo-sung Entertainment, so they agreed, and since it was a matter that needed to proceed quickly, it was assigned to ace Lee Joon-seok last week. In such a situation, if Do-kyung suddenly withdrew, it would be directly opposing Team Leader Moon Jae-hee's opinion.
'It's not the right time yet…'
There was no need to provoke unnecessary vigilance against himself.
'But if I just leave it alone?'
There was no way to avoid the public backlash directed at the event held with the entertainment company involved in sexual favors. While Jo-sung Entertainment would be completely ruined, Do-kyung's company, which was involved with them, wouldn't come out unscathed either. Even if there was no wrongdoing, once you start digging, issues would surface, as is common with companies. Therefore, it was something that needed to be avoided. No matter what anyone said, this project was handled by Planning Team 1. If things went wrong, it would inevitably lead to someone having to take responsibility, and it was certain that Assistant Manager Lee Joon-seok would find it hard to keep his position. It was rare for the higher-ups to take responsibility, and this place was no different.
'Oh, what a headache…'
Although his head throbbed, Do-kyung had already made up his mind. No matter how Moon Jae-hee perceived him, he had no intention of causing trouble and disrupting the team's atmosphere. He certainly did not plan on getting rid of Lee Joon-seok, who treated him well. After a brief moment of consideration, he thought up an excuse and immediately picked up the phone to connect to the director.
-Yes, this is Lee Myung-sun.
"This is Seo Do-kyung, Director."
-Yes, Manager Seo. Go ahead.
"I have something to discuss regarding the Jo-sung Entertainment event. Do you have a moment?"
-Yes, I have some time right now. Please come to my office with Team Leader Moon.
"Alright, I'll come see you now."
Do-kyung stood up and went to find Team Leader Moon.
Knock, knock.
"Team Leader, this is Manager Seo."
"Come in."
"Excuse me."
Do-kyung, who had entered, briefly looked at Team Leader Moon Jae-hee with cold eyes as she stared at the monitor, then quickly softened his gaze when she raised her head.
"Is there something you need?"
"I have something to discuss regarding Jo-sung Entertainment. I just told the Director, and she wants you to come to her office with me."
"Really?"
The reporting system was ignored, but anyway, Do-kyung was on Lee Myung-sun's line. Knowing this, Lee Myung-sun didn't pay much attention. No, she might have been annoyed, but she didn't show it. The two of them went straight to Director Lee Myung-sun's office.
Knock, knock.
"Come in."
As soon as a response was heard after knocking on the door, Moon Jae-hee apologized and entered, just like Do-kyung. The familiar view of the much larger department head's office compared to the team leader's office came into sight. As the two entered, Lee Myung-sun looked up from the approval documents and sat on the sofa. As Do-kyung and Moon Jae-hee sat across, she got straight to the point.
"What's the matter? Wasn't the Jo-sung Entertainment case supposed to be finished today?"
In response to Lee Myung-sun's words, Do-kyung glanced at Moon Jae-hee before speaking up.
"That's correct. Assistant Manager Lee Joon-seok submitted the proposal, and it's good enough to proceed as is."
"Then why?"
"Well… it seems that something bad might happen to Jo-sung Group soon."
"To Jo-sung Group?"
Moon Jae-hee, also intrigued with his words, leaned forward a bit. Lee Myung-sun had the same expression. Do-kyung elaborated on the reason he had prepared in advance.
"One of my friends works for the government."
"And?"
"They told me over the weekend that they're going to hit the Jo-sung Group with the prosecution, financial supervisory, and tax authorities."
"Oh… really?"
"Yes, it's reliable information."
"Ah… then that's troublesome, isn't it? We have quite a few joint ventures with them besides Jo-sung Entertainment, don't we?"
"Yes."
"Do you have the exact timing information?"
"Chairman Jo Deok-jae will be arrested next Monday, and then everything will unravel."
Even as he spoke, Do-kyung felt a bit nervous but quickly regained his composure. The story about the friend was, of course, a lie. However, since Jo Deok-jae's arrest was scheduled for next Monday, the information must already be circulating internally. So, with Lee Myung-sun's abilities, she should easily find out with a few phone calls.
Collusion between large corporations is nothing new. Moreover, Dae-jin and Jo-sung, which could be considered the parent company of this company Do-kyung was involved with, were in-laws from the beginning. Therefore, they were conducting many parts of their business in conjunction.
To the pondering Lee Myung-sun, Do-kyung delivered words that drove the nail in.
"And Jo-sung Entertainment seems to be engaging in illegal sexual favors. They're planning to raid a few days after Chairman Jo Deok-jae's arrest."
"..."
Lee Myung-sun's forehead furrowed instantly.
And it was the same for Team Leader Moon Jae-hee.
Sexual favors.
Surely, they wouldn't have male idols do it.
Naturally, they would call female idols and actresses, so it was only natural for her to feel disgust as a fellow woman.
"Alright. I trust you, Manager Seo, but I'll look into this matter a bit more myself. If it's correct, I'll handle it on my end, so please keep that in mind."
"Yes, Director."
"Now go back to work."
At Lee Myung-sun's dismissal, Do-kyung and Moon Jae-hee immediately stood up. As they stepped outside, Moon Jae-hee glanced at Do-kyung briefly, but her gaze was thoroughly concealed. However, he could predict what was beneath it.
'She must feel awful.'
He smirked.
It was more than enough to feel that way.
"Go back to work," she said briefly before entering her office, and he also returned to his desk.
With a sigh, he loosened his tie slightly and glanced at Jeong So-young. She was much quieter than usual. Seeing her sitting with her legs tightly closed made him want to tease her even more. He immediately sent her a message.
[Say you're not feeling well and stay in the office during lunch.]
Startled!
Jeong So-young, upon checking the message, shivered and slowly looked at Do-kyung. Then, seeing his cold gaze, she bowed her head deeply and turned away. Though she didn't respond, she would stay in the office today.
Lunchtime arrived quickly.
When Moon Jae-hee suggested going out for lunch, Jeong So-young approached her with an uneasy gait and explained her situation, saying she'd remain in the office. Although everyone had their own meals, Jeong So-young, being part of Moon Jae-hee's team, always had lunch with her. Thus, she had to report her absence from lunch in this manner. As Do-kyung looked away, Assistant Manager Lee Joon-seok approached.
"Manager, shall we go? How about grilled pork belly today?"
"Ah, I'm not feeling well today. Assistant Manager Lee, take the team and go eat."
"Oh, is that so? Yes! Understood!"
"Enjoy your meal."
"Yes, yes!"
As Lee Joon-seok gave a noisy salute and disappeared, the office quickly fell into silence. About five minutes after everyone left, Do-kyung called for Jeong So-young.
"Jeong So-young."
"Huh? Y-yes…"
"Come over here."
"Y-yes…"
Her walk was definitely strange.
As she approached and stood beside him, he looked around and then switched the remote in his pocket to ON.
Bzzz…!
"Ah…!"
No sooner had the sound started than Jeong So-young collapsed into her seat. Twisting her pitiful thighs, she looked up at Do-kyung with pleading eyes. He gave her a cold smile and spoke.
"You've put it in well?"
"Haa, ugh…"
Bzzz, bzzz.
The sound of the vibrator embedded inside her turned the quiet office into an obscene one.