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Chapter 22 - Bitter

The CEO of the company leaned forward in the chair with his arms resting on the desk waiting for the assistant to hand him information on Choon Hee's schedule and the files on the woman.

It was hard for him not to be impressed by her tactics.

" That sly-" He says angrily and slammed his fist down on the desk hard. He couldn't believe that the woman hire a technician to pixel out his image which ended up damaging the company name and the cancellation of a few contracts.

He thought about when he met her for the first time smiling innocently and welcoming him in the shop by helping him search for flowers. "I can't believe I fell for her act in the first place."

"She opened The Florist 9 am-4 pm Monday-Friday, then work from 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm Tuesday- Saturday. She stops at the convenience store roughly at 9:30 for snacks. On weekends, she spends her time with her fiancé Sung-Min aged 28 a professional photographer, occasionally visits her mother and father. Then about once a month the couple will visit the hospital for an appointment conducting her pregnancy."

"That's the name of the restaurant?" Mr. Park asked.

"The Cuisine." He answered the handed the document to him.

"Oh… How interesting." He lowers his eyes at the paper and a smirk develops on his face when he saw the signature of his father's name as the property manager.

He called the restaurant to obtain more information before he put a stop to this nonsense. A woman putting him out of his character, causing a disturbance in the company, and thought about the perfect plan to put this shameless woman in her place.

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Incoming Mom

167 missed calls

The explicit video had millions of views before it was taken down from the company. People will point out her identity and whisper indistinctly. It was hard not to work especially at work.

Choon Hee powered off her phone and didn't wish to explain herself to the family. It wasn't the right time, and they were already looking down at her for carrying another man's child while being engaged to another person whom the family adore.

"It's going to be okay, bubba." She comforted herself and she place her hand on her belly as she felt flutters and kicks from the fetus.

"I have to be strong for the both of us."

The situation isn't ideal and supplies for the baby won't suddenly just appear. Since her parents disowned her Choon Hee has been working extremely hard and more hours. Hoping to have a stable environment for the twins. She couldn't wait to meet them so desperately and was focused on reconstructing the building and adding another room that's large enough to make a nursey out of.

" I will be away for a few days but I will keep in touch." He placed a kiss on her forehead then carried a suitcase of his equipment." I love you."

" I love you too, I will be waiting for you to return."

She stood there and slowly watch the door shut as she had the entire place to herself. It felt a little bit lonely since the two are always together." It's just for a few days." She told herself repeatedly.

While he was away, Choon Hee spend most of her time tending to the plants.

She became an employee at a high-in restaurant that requires the utmost respect and diligence. She was very likable, and customer's complimented her good looks despite the fact she was pregnant.

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" Thank you, Boss." Choon Hee thanked respectfully and her eyes widen by the amount. It was more than she worked for and deserved." I think you must've—"

The boss interrupted and blurted," I'm sorry to inform you but we have to let you go!"

"W-what- why? Did I do something wrong? I really need this job. Tell me what I can improve my performance, and I will do better." Choon Hee pleaded.

"You are an excellent employer but that's something you have to take up with management." The manager looked at the pregnant woman and felt bad." If it was up to me, I would've kept you on the team. I'm sorry…"

It could've been the hormones but right at that moment tears stream down her face. She stormed out of the building feeling frustrated and upset.

She stopped at the convenience craving something sweet and wanted to eat her sadness away as she walked out with a bag of her favorites.

A woman with short brown hair and blue eyes knocked on the door after hours. Choon Hee notices the clothing and this person seems like a businesswoman of some sort. She didn't sense danger and saw the woman freezing out in the cold.

She approached her without warning as the two made direct eye contact and made Choon Hee startled..

" Are you miss, Choon Hee?" The woman asked with a file in her possession.

" Depends on who asks. And you are?" She answered it was the owner she was renting the building by.

"Your property has been sold to a higher party and you must seize immediately since you pregnant I will give you 30 days"

Choon Hee spoke in denial "This may be some sort of misunderstanding! --- I told you once I get accepted for a loan, I will buy out the building in a year… You said that it was fine and I can take as long as I need."

The woman apologized," I'm sorry but there's nothing I can do about it."

"Maybe I can talk the person out of it? What's their name? Can you write down the information on a piece of paper, please? I don't have anywhere to go!"

The sound of the door shut from a distance than a man slowly walked between the ladies. He couldn't wait to see that expression on her face," Hello, Choon Hee. Aren't you having a good evening? Make sure you tidy up the place, I might make this into something important--- or not."

A wave of emotions hit her at once as she heard his voice and she felt sick to her stomach as she saw that smirk on his face. She wanted to scream and cursed at the man in front of her as she raised her hand, and the anger took over.

SLAP!