IWDAR Chapter 22
by tsukkie𐙚Tae-uk loosened his tie, recalling the documents Do-hoon had given him earlier. They contained Han Wooyoung’s detailed personal information, a shameful compilation of a young man’s entire life.
Recent issues had put Tae-uk in a foul mood, making preemptive measures a necessity. He felt no guilt whatsoever about prying into someone else’s life so thoroughly. Mo Tae-uk was that kind of man from birth.
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Flipping through the paltry few pages, Tae-uk’s only impression was how pathetically ordinary Han Wooyoung’s life seemed. Born to the wrong parents, he hadn’t even properly graduated high school, possessing only a middle school diploma.
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While Wooyoung currently had no outstanding debts, the document stated he had suffered domestic violence since childhood. His abusive father, who had physically harmed both Wooyoung and his mother, was currently listed as missing.
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His mother had abandoned him when he was nine. To survive, Wooyoung had taken on any job he could find that paid. It was remarkable that despite his circumstances, he hadn’t strayed down the wrong path. Even Tae-uk had to grudgingly admit that was somewhat admirable.
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One thing puzzled him: despite a life as wild as an animal, enduring all sorts of hardship, Han Wooyoung surprisingly carried himself with the grace of a sheltered young master.
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‘Especially his table manners,’
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Tae-uk thought. His grandfather, Mo Nak-hyun, was obsessively particular about etiquette, forcing Tae-uk to endure rigorous training from a young age.
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Even to Tae-uk’s discerning eye, Wooyoung’s table manners were flawless. His posture, his gaze when speaking – all were comparable to a seasoned trainee from an entertainment agency who had undergone extensive training.
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But more than these inconsistencies, one paragraph caught Tae-uk’s attention:
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[“Approximately two months ago, jumped from the Lilac Entertainment dormitory building.”]
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‘Taking in just any person born in the year of the rabbit won’t be helpful. Although a male child born between 5 and 7 AM, a soul that has tasted death will greatly aid in removing the evil spirit attached to you.’
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Han Wooyoung (Male) | Born February 19, 20XX ― Year of the Rabbit
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Resident Registration Number: XX0219 ― XXXXXXX
Place of Birth: Incheon Gyeyang-gu ‘Our Hope Maternity Hospital’ (Born at 1:00 PM)
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‘The child must be born imbued with the yang energy of the day. You must keep this in mind.’
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“Ha….”
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A low, chilling chuckle escaped his lips, laced with unavoidable self-mockery.
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Standing before the large full-length mirror in the right side of his dressing room, Tae-uk stared at his own reflection. Nothing was reflected. Nothing at all. Only the surrounding silence offered him any peace.
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Take in the one born in the year of the rabbit.
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Take in Han Wooyoung.
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Tae-uk pictured Wooyoung looking at him with clear eyes. Dressed in a crisp white shirt, Wooyoung was like a pristine snowfield untouched by anyone.
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The vile thrill of defiling that untouched purity was within his grasp. If he bit that delicate nape and gripped that soft skin, what kind of moans would Wooyoung utter in that sweet voice? Perhaps he would cry again, just like that time.
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Tae-uk clenched his jaw, closing his eyes as a thick heat spread through them. In the ensuing darkness, the image of Wooyoung’s tear-stained face, which he had only vaguely imagined, became more vivid.
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‘Yes, this is all for peace.’
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What other reason could there be?
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｡ﾟ•┈꒰ა ♡ ໒꒱┈• ｡ﾟ
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For Wooyoung, who wasn’t picky about food, sweet snacks were always a forbidden fruit. Due to frequent public appearances and constant scrutiny, he was subjected to strict dietary management of his appearance.
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His daily calorie intake was regulated, and he had to meticulously record everything he consumed. High-calorie desserts from cafes were a rare, minuscule indulgence.
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“Wow….”
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Inside the cozy pastel-colored box were charming desserts matching its packaging. Never before had he received such a variety of treats just for himself. A flutter of excitement stirred within him. Having already devoured two bowls of Haesintang – which was truly divinely delicious – he knew he couldn’t possibly try everything.
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After careful consideration, Wooyoung chose a small chiffon cake topped with a generous mound of cream. The adorable blueberries and strawberries decorating the cake released a sweet, tangy aroma the moment he took it out.
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“Let’s eat together, CEO Mo.”
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“It’s a housewarming gift, Han Wooyoung. You can eat it all by yourself.”
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“Still…”
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Knowing Wooyoung’s personality, Tae-uk doubted he’d be comfortable eating alone. Instead of further refusals, he put the kettle on. Handing Wooyoung a cup of fragrant, slightly bitter smelling tea, Tae-uk asked,
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“You didn’t have as much luggage as I expected. Are you sure you brought everything from your previous place?”
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A subtle hint of suspicion laced his voice.
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Wooyoung thought Tae-uk was an entertainment agency CEO through and through. Remembering Soohee and him being criticized for living together, Wooyoung quickly nodded.
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“Yes, yes. I didn’t have much to begin with… I can move into the dorm next month with just this.”
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After finalizing his contract with Lilac, Wooyoung had visited the dormitory where the original Han Wooyoung had lived with Soohee to collect his remaining belongings. As he looked around the damp space filled with the musty smell of mildew, a strange feeling washed over him.
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The Han Wooyoung who should have lived this life, was gone, and he, the other Wooyoung, was standing alone in the remnants of another’s existence.
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The bag containing a few pairs of underwear and socks, a winter coat, and some worn-out t-shirts and pants felt incredibly light. There, he’d found his resident registration card.
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The photo showed a Han Wooyoung with a sharper, more alert expression, unlike his usual listless self.
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‘You and I, we both lived such difficult lives.’
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The thought filled him with a sense of emptiness. Why had they struggled so desperately? In the end, they were both destined to end their own lives.
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“Do you have any plans for tomorrow?”
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Just as his mood began to sink despite the surprisingly fluffy texture of the cake, Tae-uk’s sudden question made Wooyoung lift his head. Their eyes met, and Wooyoung, feeling strangely embarrassed, quickly looked down.
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“I’m going to the hospital tomorrow morning. It’s the day I get my cast removed.”
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“Good timing.”
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“Huh?”
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Tae-uk took a sip of tea and said quietly,
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“Stop by the office after you get your cast removed. There’s someone I want you to meet.”
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｡ﾟ•┈꒰ა ♡ ໒꒱┈• ｡ﾟ
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Leaving the hospital, Wooyoung flexed his right ankle. His ankle and calf, long confined by the rigid cast, felt strangely soft.
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He had worn a cast before, but that time the fracture was more severe, requiring a longer recovery period. Perhaps due to that experience, he could manage without crutches even with the cast, but the removal was a relief.
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“You’re out.”
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Do-hoon was waiting for him.
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Wooyoung felt a pang of awkwardness at Do-hoon’s attentiveness, having driven him to the hospital and now acting as his guardian.
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He was uncomfortable with Tae-uk’s personal secretary personally attending to him, but he chose to remain silent.
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Although he hadn’t known Tae-uk for long, he’d already gleaned that the man wasn’t easily swayed once he’d made up his mind. He decided it was better to quietly comply than to create a fuss and annoy him with complaints.
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‘Wooyoung, your opinion doesn’t matter. You just need to quietly agree. Mom would never do anything bad to you, right?’
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A gentle voice whispered in his ears, and Wooyoung briefly closed his eyes. But the intrusion was fleeting.
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“I’m sorry, Secretary Do-hoon. You must be busy, and I feel bad for troubling you…”
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“I accompanied you because I had plenty of time. There’s no need to worry.”
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Do-hoon looked at Wooyoung’s leg, freed from the cast. His shorts exposed his calves and ankles, which were surprisingly pale for a boy.
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His physique seemed almost too delicate to bear the colorful array of bruises and scars. Having conducted the background check himself, Do-hoon was privy to Wooyoung’s circumstances. He felt a pang of sympathy for the young man, seemingly caught in the crossfire of adults’ greed.
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“You’ve been through a lot.”
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Wooyoung stared at Do-hoo, feeling a warmth spread through him. He wasn’t sure if Do-hoon’s comment referred to the difficulties he had faced while injured or to Han Wooyoung’s life in general, but it didn’t matter.
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“It’s alright. Thanks to you, I’m doing well. You even helped with my treatment.”
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He offered a polite bow of gratitude, a genuine smile gracing his lips. It was a bright, untainted smile, the kind that never got old.
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“Shall we head to the company now? Are you alright to walk?”
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“Yes, of course.”
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Free from the cast, Wooyoung got into the car and gazed out the window. The image of Han Wooyoung from the resident registration card flashed in his mind. He was no longer the Han Wooyoung who had been treated like a machine by his adoptive parents.
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Nor was he the Han Wooyoung, the trainee whose body and He was no longer the trainee Han Wooyoung whose body and mind had been broken by an unfair contract. He was Han Wooyoung of On Entertainment, about to debut. Many things would change, and all of it was entirely his own choice, his own will.
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‘My legs feel light.’
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His wounds were definitely healing. He was certain of it.
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