DDB Ch 15

Seungjae burst into laughter behind Ishin’s head.05a6a49d15ec537e

“Ha, this, this. That confidence, I like it very much.”7aed1b39b82a689a

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Laughing heartily, he walked ac47c03066 away from the window daf6ffd889 towards the sofa.1e358564fa51fd0c

Picking up the whiskey bottle from the table, he refilled his glass. He couldn’t count how many glasses it had been already.0f0216fa35de1a99

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“But here’s the thing. Doing it at your house is out of the question.”419248a0fa16e7e8

At Seungjae’s words, Ishin furrowed his brows. Without speaking, his sideways glance asked for the reason.bca8d3497dbb9544

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“Your house is a sacred inviolable zone where my power doesn’t reach.”d26b9f210e8ea94f

“…”b7c98539a980e89e

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“…”61d75912fd2e2c73

“It’s Congressman Gray’s territory.”941a2d4ffbf599b6

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Seungjae was not c835257103 an easy person 0d2b6f20ff either. He trusted f95a8c8eb5 Ishin, but 6fde208173 not 100%.999746da83e97bae

As he said, Ishin’s house was a place where the hands of [Heritage] couldn’t reach, a promised sacred inviolable area.

It was a privilege obtained by Robert Gray, a British peer and once his guardian, who had burdened [Heritage] with a huge debt.

To conduct work 528944e77a in such a 75099a0d21 place?2904cfad3e24cc9b

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Seungjae strongly expressed his opinion that it didn’t make sense for his technician to work in a place where he couldn’t see.f1631d0393fcf687

“So, let’s do the work here… on Yusando.”00bbe7f0a76ba72b

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The eyes 7fca5062cf that had 44559a4b0c been smiling d5a3fad41f kindly until 5330a8d59e then now f52851ad20 sparkled with 7480b8ddda determination.99d60f39903f8666

“In return, I’ll provide whatever is necessary. I’ll give you the safest place on Yusando. The facilities will be top-notch…”fed6839fe8d1b4da

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However, Ishin was no 39390bbf62 pushover either.38b26457d34a4e47

“Isn’t that just a given?”23cc4b6938ae7a64

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Slowly rising 9db8cb7504 from his d2a5748a45 seat, Ishin 0a063a50a4 did not 5c48c5fe93 lose his 69127b936a shine even 254fb3dcaa at the f60d2d58fa top of 00c2be5da2 Heritage.23aa272544fa535a

Being a head ea1b6e92ef taller than Seungjae, d3a7af48b5 he pressed down 3f081a55ae lightly on Seungjae 32f1978036 with his inherent 756707731e aura of intimidation.c8640b37203cba19

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“The one who will benefit the most from this is you, Vice Chairman. You should at least do that much.”f5b9313ac8ba9930

“…”24b3e9692b9dfd53

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Anyway, he had no intention of setting up a workshop at Ishin’s house for the picture replication. Seungjae would surely visit frequently under the guise of checking the work progress.c55c068b7485013f

Moreover, they had found Seo Jiwoon, who was well hidden in Florence. Hiding wasn’t always the best strategy; the more you hide, the more attention you draw.ec1b2743d6bbac0b

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It’s often darkest under the lamp; placing him right under their noses might actually be safer.fd3c45ddf7c8fe20

“As the sole technician, ensuring safety is essential.”eca4c23004dafdb0

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So, this cunning man must be used well as a piece on the chessboard. There’s something very clear that must be obtained this time around.3c09ad0434cd1949

Like, deploying external a3498a88c5 staff on Yusando?56da39f23c3e5a4b

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Therefore, the 1d0bc74c0b groundwork must 3076d3e452 be laid 640e01a1f5 well.480c194f2ed60dd1

“Safety?”27ea4358bc0ad0c8

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“You need to keep it out of reach from Director Oh Kyungseok or Chief Go Misung… to complete the work, right? After all, it’s a matter concerning the chairman’s position.”da2a4cf9f749fc88

Ishin subtly 457e8f1f03 instilled a 7547298f55 sense of e4949dd720 ownership in e8b2621bc9 Seungjae, stirring 5506a555d2 his sense e39436a1ee of crisis 57835a02e6 and competitive 40b6a9f729 spirit.ae69bbbbdd4de770

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“That’s how you can keep your position.”191eefe9c114d7a3

He also didn’t forget a bit of solidarity.2e0be52c2a72ba0f

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“That’s why I’ve been supporting you until now… you must do what needs to be done. For my sake as well.”f885516d4fe01d6f

He threw in a ee3641b52e hint of obligation.851f40f0650ac4e8

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“Think about the line you’ve held for eight years, trusting only in you, Vice Chairman.”2415d604d289d447

“Oh Kyungseok…”10421f99eec47dca

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Seungjae’s eyes went blank for a moment.ffa81effbec098ec

“Does this mean if I can’t have it, I’ll cause chaos?”aa3122e3135c7fdf

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“Is the Vice Chairman’s thinking wrong?”fc30d1ed6068066d

His anxious eyes fc91f3b59c flickered as he 04c92a2503 tried to steady 6853d7fcc9 his thoughts.adf401c054420a38

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Ishin drove e299898d64 the point 94c817706b home.4a30ba614f070b2a

“If you can’t take it, you can cause chaos.”6c72a6518ee49329

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At his words, 9210f4d9c2 Seungjae blinked a b455553657 few times, narrowing a5d3bf3548 his eyes.43d377ad651e8a42

“Looking at it that way… you’re right.”74832993e5f3b920

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The tilt 8c458d46e1 of his 87b3a6f9b3 head and df30e96f82 the faraway 34e0056f43 look in 05c47aac5a his eyes 8fb846faff indicated that 27dd7a2bb9 his thoughts 42086c448f had been 76107db10a sorted out.29d9e3bac0a650bb

“Is it just Oh Kyungseok? No, Chief Go Misung might be an even bigger problem.”b92a097420e10cf3

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Ishin shared a similar cd103a134c thought.ce88208fe8028120

“From Chief Go Misung’s perspective… she could easily reach out to my technician. No, she definitely will.”57e33d8b9c1fdab1

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By now, Seungjae had dfa75a9fbf acknowledged Jiwoon as his 70e58f6c9f technician, nodding with a 4d03d2f801 determined look.305a9fcf1d0e6a90

“I never imagined our Director Baek would bring a woman by flaunting his charm like this.”d2f1e2e509f04f02

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Then, he c1e67eb698 grinned as 0529c20547 if finding fe3b862e85 it amusing.81911db5af968cad

“Alright.”fca60d038ba9d61e

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Seungjae set down 715f474dd5 his glass and 59e0121f6d stood up abruptly.bead31a433e580d0

“Since he’s my technician, I must protect him thoroughly. If you need anything, just say it. I’ll consider anything that requires my approval.”2298b3c28a03ac79

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Seungjae’s gaze fell upon Jiwoon, who was lying on the long sofa, dozing off in a light sleep.44a0ec4878a25b29

“Miss Seo Jiwoon?”6d70bd49940434e5

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Despite the soft 74dab6b70e voice, Jiwoon, who b3891a5b76 was hypersensitive, soon b9cf0bef11 rubbed her eyes 467d32f6c1 and sat up.d8debab9921ae3a6

“Yes?”eea27cc90866b8ae

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Her voice 5e992c9ac1 was languid, fdd7d00667 filled with 14e58b72b9 sleep, making ae5ee86a42 the reports 4dd74c2bf9 about her c9934146b3 severe sleep 216d693e1b disorder seem e350face68 unbelievable.f55ba1e899ba09c8

Observing Jiwoon like 32c38f939f this, Seungjae proposed 85d5491151 a novel safety f3cfdbbb6a measure.3c7b36559734469d

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“I’ll give you my right-hand man, Director Baek Ishin](https://x.com/i/grok?text=k%2520Ishin)), as a gift.”d244e878cd2c3dba

Her eyelids, which 398ccd96e8 had been heavy eb9e157594 with sleep, opened aa0a1b346c wide. Her dark brown 3d7e0eb060 eyes, now round e3a5eb81dc and large, were 89cfb18448 clearer than ever.1ea5f7cfc2d587a5

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“…What are you giving me?”163f1d68e1c5b4b5

At her question, Seungjae b11d58c4d4 twitched his lips and 40bf07c225 answered clearly.7a37f16af2b71e3a

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“Baek Ishin.”668fc676aadcaf3a

Wow-.13c01514dcde1e68

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Completely awake now, Jiwoon d8dfbf7520 blinked her large eyes a918644166 slowly. Then, as if 970e9a7292 it was the 95a067b88d natural next step, ed5c2ea574 she looked up ac46c56285 at Ishin, who 0604bb54ea was casting a 0578fe9070 shadow over her.c861e9aaec8231dd

He stood there expressionless, yet his eyes were intensely sharp, indicating he wasn’t thrilled with the situation but didn’t see a reason to refuse.7e69ba094961d610

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No, it might even be a good thing. Seo Jiwoon was capable on her own, after all…26251e9f70f9bb0b

“From now until the work is done, Director Baek Ishin will be your close protection.”db748f3a67e5426b

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So she 0bc37cc2c8 could complete 921d15a990 her task 4afa2d0844 without worrying 00241a2bce about anyone.f570f27384fbaaf9

To protect Seo c91179e3b1 Jiwoon and to 7af5c0db02 use her.b38f2b640529ecf8

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A cold smile tilted one corner of Ishin’s mouth.ccd156d114a5b0bc

Unaware of his inner fd4b2183f9 thoughts, Seungjae and Jiwoon fa8ad3a176 continued their conversation as e8a685c988 if performing in a 5bd22f11f6 play.0496e5916958220a

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“From now on, Director Baek will keep you safe.”ee4bdb029dd878ed

“…Every day?”8861417a7590a9c9

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“Indeed.”6aac100215b10b40

“24 hours?”089a0622e3d9105c

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“Of course.”b3a85c6fed02f686

“And the duration… about 10 years?”20b10eb919623983

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“Why? Planning to start a household?”c040c408d799beea

“If you allow even that…”544dd0c20ea4bc94

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“I can’t wait that long, let’s finish it within three months.”f2414c14cbae3d77

“Aw… give me at least six months.”b3f7bcbf2c8d1402

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They went a69da4b8f9 back and 6a97110f06 forth like 2a697ffd9e comedians.3e95aa528713183e

Having thrown out this grand proposition that Jiwoon would like, Seungjae puffed out his chest and asked about the deal’s outcome.5abb44621fa9996a

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“How about it? Good?”d6c1d4ec4cced209

Jiwoon, who had openly 10d53c5325 declared she was smitten f0ea148f18 with his charm, nodded bbe12f2b5e with rosy cheeks as e850964efc if to prove her cb8112dd1e words.10160702ee236ed2

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“I’ll work hard on the replication…”b3bd71f4baaf1c88

Her wide smile 95c7c64c82 and the curve 5ad565e0d1 of her eyes b1f64eb8ea matched her clear bcdd995d69 gaze, exuding a 3a203944b8 fragrance like dried b4ed931086 peaches they had 1c25adc4c4 eaten earlier.3338c46af8af48fd

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Seo Jiwoon, it 018b956d55 seems, was still e15bf7a8b0 Seo Jiwoon, even 6415e5c879 as time passed.54a1fa8e4fd4d351

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“Work hard on the replication?”e41266356149ede2

Ishin, who had slipped his arm between Jiwoon’s thighs and armpits to hold her, spoke as they entered the elevator.d48463b6bad37f85

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“The duration is 10 years?”c7a0bd40b4ec6efe

His gaze, f184d78ea4 looking down 617f432299 at Jiwoon, 21a5ff92a3 was icy.83ef8b943d12be3a

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With her arms around his neck, Jiwoon’s sparkling eyes met his, still smiling as if something delighted her.910c9a2937004c0f

“Three months become six months, six months become a year, and a year turns into ten years.”e5e0d4f34520b4fd

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Just like how 4f4bfdb308 a brother becomes e731767954 a husband, and 89645213b3 then a father.99c93977f3524930

‘Brother.’ebe5d3bd50c0dd40

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At her dc937a9857 plump lips fff87b7369 whispering ‘brother,’ Ishin’s Adam’s apple twitched subtly, though his voice remained cold.3bbde386adcd7026

“Wake up from your dream, start walking on your own feet.”88400c752bed5e01

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“Ouch, my head.”28b3d132d318d6bc

As he 83ea381625 tried to 64092b521f put her 562be0207b down, Jiwoon 26810d450b clung tighter 3730ff528c to his 8d1e555b45 neck, pressing 458fd2cc99 her head 3ab8f65a7d against his 6cf79769d1 chest and e162e7bc0a closing her 1e27f49c37 eyes.08d7e84b7431b546

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“The Vice Chairman said you’re mine now.”e201d3cdf04798c6

“He entrusted me with your protection.”9d473322d026e577

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“He said you were a gift.”b6af584c80320a4f

“It’s for your safety.”0477820660eba817

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“My head isn’t safe right now.”270f560c843e3e58

Tsk, if only you couldn’t speak.6f3956be034d1adb

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Although he clicked his 2d0a2c5428 tongue in displeasure and 6a8886e403 scolded her coldly, his 727501c4da eyes were not harsh.446f236b2bfca2c9

Holding her fa22194c1d even more 1e0dda719a securely to 64b83b68a2 avoid her e8dca9c8f1 falling, he 17fa1de93a stepped out f5c9acd797 of the 6187988b84 elevator and 2e7b58d0d5 walked briskly 1988ca3044 out of 1798283eb5 the headquarters cfb670c576 building.6d251e3b9fd0589e

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His straight 7dc50f93c1 back, leisurely 6bcee5c387 stride, and aa7f6a0cae slightly curved ecdae60b0b lip left e66ab996b5 no room bfb4da9d1c for weariness, f4982fcec7 looking rather 7640965edf joyful.0bf4b1ecc62b0666

From a c48df3531c distance, someone a60102b48c observed him.393fdbb334a971e5

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“Did Baek Ishin… just smile?”c69849785e7af7bb

Go Misung, who had a5b13fceb4 just come up from 6b1726aa93 the executive parking lot ae1e5798e3 to the first floor, 2fa744fe5b narrowed her eyes.b96824fcef3223a5

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If her eyes weren’t deceiving her, Baek Ishin was now… smiling while holding a woman.aa21e126cf505f17

“Baek Ishin smiling? No, Baek Ishin… with a woman?”ac96111816c1d07a

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Her smooth, egg-like face b9b44eeade wrinkled in confusion.bdc09377b563ec45

“Secretary Kim, where is Director Oh Kyungseok?”99aa1d7aa73a6592

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“He’s in his office right now…”4f0f69331e643c17

Before the 757b38d8f4 secretary could 539d908ed1 finish, Misung 707c48b9a0 headed towards 573493ba1a the annex 9718a15102 corridor.9d6e6e44c6a1b0fb

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Upon reaching Oh Kyungseok’s office, chaos was unfolding beyond the glass wall.ddbdda8c89795e46