IWDAR Chapter 16
by tsukkie𐙚“You’re the first person to sit in the company infirmary before even officially signing a contract, Han Wooyoung.”
“……I’m sorry.”
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“Save your useless apologies.”
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Tae-uk said so and lightly pointed at Wooyoung’s leg, which was still in a cast.
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“When will your cast come off? It seems you have quite a few bruises, not just on your leg, but also on your arm.”
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“I… understand it’s about seven weeks. But I’ve been in the hospital for a while now, so I can move around pretty well. I went to the hospital a few days ago and they said I should be able to get the cast off sometime this month.”
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“Just one more question. Are all those injuries you’ve sustained related to the incident where you asked me for help?”
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Only then did Wooyoung realize that Tae-uk hadn’t asked him why he was injured.
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Not out of any particular consideration for Wooyoung, but likely because he was innately uninterested in others.
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“It’s not the entire reason, but it was the catalyst.”
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“I see.”
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Silence fell again after Tae-uk’s quiet reply.
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Feeling somewhat tense, Wooyoung clasped his hands together.
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“As you know, Wooyoung, there’s a code of ethics in this industry. Poaching contracted trainees is unacceptable.”
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Wooyoung listened quietly to Tae-uk.
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He didn’t know much about the inner workings of the entertainment world, but he knew that terminating a contract was never easy.
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If a contract included an absurd clause like a penalty of about 20 times the contract value, its weight couldn’t be ignored.
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Just what method did he use to make Hyun-jong, blinded by greed and acting recklessly, shut up and hand over the termination agreement?
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“But in the end, such ethics are just superficial reasons.”
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“…….”
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A straight back, slender nape, lightly closed lips.
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An attitude of calmly assessing the situation without uttering unnecessary words.
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All of Han Wooyoung’s mannerisms were flawless, like a well-bred young master from a prestigious family.
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Tae-uk’s gaze, observing Wooyoung, was intense.
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He had felt it before, but it was astonishing how Wooyoung maintained his composure without the slightest flicker, even though he must have been aware of the gaze directed at him.
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He looked like he would blush and act naive with the slightest provocation.
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Of course—whether his inner self was as steadfast remained unknown.
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‘Not yet.’
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Tae-uk’s lips curved into a faint smile.
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Moe Tae-uk’s face, which had exuded an air of weighty silence that made it difficult to approach him, took on a completely different atmosphere with a single small smile.
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“If there’s justification and proper vested interests involved, poaching a trainee is not difficult at all.”
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Wooyoung, who had been momentarily captivated by Tae-uk’s face, slowly caught his breath at his words.
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Justification and vested interests.
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‘Blackmail.’
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A situation where Hyun-jong, who had invested considerably in Han Wooyoung, lost all his fighting spirit and had no choice but to give up what was his.
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It was nothing new, rather, a predictable event that could very well happen.
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‘If he’s a businessman with proper business acumen, he’ll surely pay attention to even the smallest details.’
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Wooyoung was well aware of his own genius.
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In the world of art, sometimes more important than unconditional humility was a clear understanding of one’s own abilities.
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The moment one loses objectivity, the world they had built would also crumble.
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That’s why he had thought of recording himself singing, and using it as leverage to create a situation where he could audition despite having an existing contract.
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He had faith in the proactiveness, ambition, and innate desire of a man like Moe Tae-uk, who led such a massive business.
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“I enjoyed the song you sang, Han Wooyoung. It as good”
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“I’m glad you enjoyed it.”
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“Enjoyed it, huh…”
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Tae-uk, resting his chin on his hand, looked directly at Wooyoung with a languid gaze.
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Letting out a light laugh, Tae-uk finally admitted,
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“Yes. As you said, Wooyoung, I quite enjoyed it.”
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Good enough that he hadn’t passed it on to the casting team but had personally instructed Do-hoon to handle all of Han Wooyoung’s contract matters.
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Enough to lament that the word ‘enjoyed’ couldn’t fully express the shock he felt at the time.
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“Thank you.”
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“…….”
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Wooyoung, who had been listening calmly to Tae-uk’s words, bowed his head.
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He felt relieved that he hadn’t done something completely useless.
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“Have you eaten?”
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So when he was suddenly asked about a meal, Wooyoung’s poker face faltered.
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“……Yes?”
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“We can’t discuss contract matters in the infirmary forever, can we? I haven’t had lunch yet because I was waiting for you.”
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“Uh, the time is…”
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Wooyoung fumbled with his empty pockets, having no phone. Tae-uk, watching the comical scene, said,
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“It’s two o’clock.”
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“It’s already… that late?”
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“Yes, it’s already that late.”
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Tae-uk nodded and stood up.
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“Let’s go.”
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“Huh?”
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So suddenly?
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When Wooyoung, who had been reacting calmly to everything that had happened to him, suddenly wore a blank expression, a subtle sense of satisfaction flickered in Tae-uk’s eyes.
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Tae-uk took Wooyoung to a Korean restaurant not far from ON Entertainment.
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Wooyoung had thought Do-hoon, who had driven them, would also be joining them for the meal, but he hadn’t.
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Flustered, Wooyoung cautiously asked Tae-uk,
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“Isn’t your secretary eating with us?”
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Tae-uk tilted his head at Wooyoung, who seemed concerned about Do-hoon.
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“When did you become so close with my secretary?”
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“I’m… not particularly close with him…”
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Having never used the expression “close” in his life, Wooyoung’s cheeks flushed involuntarily.
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Tae-uk, staring intently at him, said in a flat tone,
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“I’m not the kind of evil boss who starves his employees, so don’t worry.”
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“Oh, that’s good.”
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“…….”
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Tae-uk looked dumbfounded at the innocent reply, but Wooyoung didn’t notice.
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As soon as Tae-uk appeared, the manager in charge of the hall respectfully greeted him, as if a reservation had already been made.
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Following the server’s guidance, they entered a private room and saw a tranquil space adjoining a small garden.
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It was a beautiful place, like a painting, with a tastefully decorated pond, stone walls, and trees.
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Wooyoung, who liked nature, swallowed the admiration that threatened to escape his lips.
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Only Tae-uk noticed the brightening of Wooyoung’s expression as his attention was captured by the garden.
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While the server who had shown them to their seats briefly left, Wooyoung was adjusting himself on the soft, plush cushion when a strange woman appeared.
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She was dressed differently from the manager and servers in the hall.
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She wore a well-fitting green dress and had striking features like an actress on TV.
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“Mr. Mo, it’s been a while.”
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The woman said, wearing a picture-perfect smile.
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“It has been a while.”
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“I was quite worried that perhaps something had made you uncomfortable during your last visit, as you hadn’t been to our restaurant for a while.”
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“President Seo’s food is beyond reproach. I’ve just been a bit busy lately.”
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“I saw the article. There was quite a buzz about the completion of the largest concert hall in the country. Congratulations on completing such a significant project. My congratulations.”
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The woman, who bowed her head with a gentle smile, seemed to be the owner of the Korean restaurant.
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“Shall I prepare your usual meal?”
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The woman glanced briefly at Wooyoung, who was blinking his eyes awkwardly, curious about the identity of the young boy – Wooyoung really did look like a child to her – that Mr. Mo had brought. However, she didn’t ask anything about his identity.
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It would be more accurate to say that she pretended not to notice anything at all.
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“Do you have any dietary restrictions?”
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“No, I don’t.”
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Wooyoung shook his head slightly as he sat demurely. Tae-uk nodded.
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“Please prepare the usual. He’s a valuable talent at our agency, so please take good care of him.”
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At Tae-uk’s playful words, both the woman and Wooyoung were startled.
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“I always treat Mr. Mo’s guests with the utmost care. You’ll have a satisfying meal.”
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The woman smiled brightly, gave Wooyoung a light nod, and left the room.
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Left alone with Tae-uk, Wooyoung looked at the man with a bewildered expression.
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“Um, CEO Mo.”
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Tae-uk, sipping the warm tea the server had provided, turned his gaze to Wooyoung, who had called him.
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Wooyoung unconsciously swallowed nervously, meeting Tae-uk’s pitch-black eyes, which showed no trace of emotion.
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“Is it really true that I’m becoming part of ON Entertainment just like this?”
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“If not, why would I be having a meeting and a meal with you today?”
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“But I haven’t even auditioned yet…”
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“You seem to have forgotten that you personally sent me the music file.”
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“That was… meant as a request for an audition opportunity if you liked it.”
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“And I’m giving you that opportunity now. The opportunity.”
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Tae-uk’s cool, black eyes stared directly at Wooyoung.
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