In the outskirts of the Imperial City, Director Kim was getting annoyed by the unfavorable news. He roared, "What exactly is happening! Continue following them as of now…" The nurse nodded and went out.
The old man who was standing behind thought, 'I shouldn't rely on these fools, I have to find that tyrant on my own. At least, one thing is confirmed… that doctor is really the over-smart Crown Prince.
So I can say that everyone has reincarnated with the same face, Emperor Song, Prime Minister Kim, Princess Su Yeon and now This Crown Prince Lufan, everyone! Now just that Tyrant is missing… I am cent percent sure that the Devil Lord is the Tyrant Jun.'
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Days flew quickly and the one-month internship will be ending in the upcoming week. Still, the interns were working almost like regular employees.
Constant meetings, long analysis, mind-blowing data and never-ending phone calls… this has become the daily routine for them.
When Su Yeon was waiting for her takeout in the café, she heard a piece of news.
'Assemblyman Jo has been taken for scrutiny by the FBI in the case of money laundering. It is reported that he might be involved in embezzlement and corruption. FBI has been monitoring Mr. Jo's financial activities for the past couple of weeks since the moment they got the tip. While the elections are around the corner, what will happen to the…'
Su Yeon looked at the television and saw a big picture of a man. The reporter was delivering the news about him. She saw the name 'Assemblyman Jo' and thought about it, 'Assemblyman Jo? I have heard this somewhere…'
The server gave her the takeout and sighed, "Another corrupt politician, why does it happen every time before the elections! All the politicians are the same, it has become a regular thing these days."
Su Yeon didn't like when he judged every politician as corrupted just because of a single case. She personally saw how Uncle Wang works, so she objected, "I know this happens often but, not all politicians are corrupted," she took her takeout and thanked him.
While sipping her coffee and returning to the company, she remembered what Manager Lui has told her, 'For common people, they are just news but in this business sector and upper class, it's like one man's loss is another man's gain.'
Something clicked in her mind, "Ohh… that's why she didn't explain anything that day. She wanted me to realize it on my own!"
Last week, she heard that Song Empire will definitely get the tender of the biggest redevelopment project in City C. It has still not been announced yet. She couldn't get further information since last week, her work is completely based on their IT company. She got more busy learning about their functioning.
She had Ye Jin as a guide, but unfortunately, Ye Jin's internship got over in the past week. On the last day of her internship, Ye Jin could finally see how well Mr. Secretary got acquainted with Su Yeon. When Su Yeon teased him, his small smile and gentle tone were like a bumper bonus for Ye Jin. Right at that moment, she started fangirling over him. She even gave a treat to Su Yeon for that.
So, from this week onwards, she has to learn on her own. She smiled while reminiscing those things and quickened her speed.
When she reached their department, at Manager Kang's cabin, he surprised her with another IT-related work, "Good morning, intern Yoon. If you are done with the previous work, I have another new one for you. I observed your performance, so I personally want you to do this," he took out a file and gave it to her, "this is our previous project on cybersecurity…"
"Huhh? Cybersecurity…" Su Yeon murmured.
Manager Kang chuckled, "Yes and you will be assisting the project manager's assistant. I want you to have this next-level experience. I know, your internship will end this week but don't worry, you can complete it till then."
Su Yeon nodded and accepted the task. Manager Kang smiled and accepted a call, "Hello… ok… yes she is right in front of me… yes sure." Su Yeon turned around when she heard about her. Manager Kang hung up the call and said, "Before that, Manager Lui asked for you so visit her right now." "Yes sir," Su Yeon replied and bowed him before leaving.
When the lift opened on the 10th floor, Manager Lui bashed inside, "I know this must be you." Su Yeon chuckled, "Good Morning Manager Lui."
Manager Lui amused, "A very good morning but…" she clicked on the topmost floor and continued, "You… why are you not asking me anything? Hmm… did you perhaps figured it out or… you haven't seen the news yet?"
Su Yeon smiled, "Well it's the earlier one, I didn't get the clear image though."
"You will soon. I was going to visit the Vice President, so I thought of taking you with me. You will get to learn a lot from him," Manager Lui sighed in relief and said.
Just in a minute, they reached and walked towards the lavish cabin. The receptionist informed VP Song before letting them go inside. Coincidently, Mr. Secretary also came there. Manager Lui nodded to greet, but Su Yeon greeted with a beaming face, "Good Morning Mr. Secretary!"
Mr. Secretary nodded back to Manager Lui but while greeting his Miss, he gave a short smile, "Good Morning Miss Yoon." The three of them entered the cabin.
Manager Lui was shocked from the core. She never saw this emotionless Mr. Grim Reaper greeting a female employee, let alone smiling. She calmed down her thumping heart and decided to let aside this thing 'as of now'.
Manager Lui and Su Yeon greeted VP Song, "Good Morning Vice President." VP Song looked up and greeted back with the beaming face, "Oh very good morning. Intern Yoon, you are here too! Wait for a minute, I have to sign some important documents."
When he was done signing the documents, he gave it to Mr. Secretary and got up. Mr. Secretary also followed him instead of submitting the documents. VP Song asked while sitting on the sofa, "What are you doing here?"
Mr. Secretary didn't want to leave this soon so he made up an excuse, "I was about to, but we haven't asked them about breakfast…" VP Song squinted his eyes, 'I know you don't want to leave!'
He asked, "Right, what would you like to have for breakfast? Tea, coffee," he looked at Su Yeon and continued, "Milk?"
Manager Lui laughed, "Nothing Vice President, I already had my breakfast at home." Su Yeon pursed her lips, "Same, I just had a coffee while coming here."
VP Song said, "Alright, first of all, well done Manager Lui. We got a very big deal because of you. Please continue supporting our company like this." Manager Lui replied politely, "Of course sir, Song Empire has a huge contribution to my success, I will always be loyal to it. Sir, this thing happened because you get that tender related information on time, so Su Yeon also has a share in this success. Her quick-wittedness helped us on a crucial moment."
Meanwhile, Su Yeon was trying to connect all the scattered dots. She came out of her thoughts when her name was mentioned, "Huh? Oh, it's not that much. Manager Lui gave me hints, else I wouldn't know."
VP Song looked at his child. He noticed that something is going on inside her mind. He asked, "Indeed Miss Yoon, Manager Lui is correct and not everyone could read between the lines. What happened? You seem confused."
Su Yeon creased her forehead and hummed, "Yes, I am. I could conclude that Assemblyman Jo wanted to invest his slush fund in this redevelopment project. He knew that you, I mean Song Empire will not do this under-the-table work but Director Choi will.
Umm… and Director Choi was even trying to bribe Manager Lui with that bidding and auction thing, I didn't understand it completely though…" she paused.