The sun's descent into the horizon painted the sky with hues of crimson and gold, casting a warm glow over the lush gardens below Min-ho's balcony. As he cradled his hot coffee, the gentle breeze carried the sweet scent of blooming flowers, and his thoughts drifted to Soo Jin.
Her elegance and beauty had left an indelible mark. Min-ho's heart skipped a beat, recalling their brief encounter. The sound of his grandfather's car broke the serenity, followed by the soft hum of the security gates opening.
The sleek vehicle glided across the fountain, coming to a stop in front of the mansion. His grandfather emerged, impeccably dressed in his tailored suit, and locked eyes with Min-ho.
Their unspoken understanding was palpable. Min-ho's grandfather sensed that his grandson had discovered something. The elder man's eyes narrowed, his brow furrowed in concern.
Without a word, Min-ho's grandfather walked into the house, his footsteps echoing through the marble foyer. Min-ho watched him disappear from view, his mind racing with questions.
In his room, Min-ho's grandfather changed into comfortable clothes and stepped into the bathroom. As he washed his face, his thoughts lingered on Min-ho's piercing gaze.
"What has he uncovered?" he wondered, his brow furrowed.
The company's secrets were well-guarded; it couldn't be that. Yet, the intensity in Min-ho's eyes hinted at something significant.
Just as he was towel-drying his face, Min-ho's voice interrupted his reverie.
"Grandpa, did you finish bathing? I need to talk to you about something important."
Grandfather's heart skipped a beat. What was troubling his usually composed grandson?
"I'll be right there," he replied, his voice calm despite his growing unease.
As Min-ho waited, his mind flashed back to that morning's events at the company.
He had arrived at the company, and his eyes landed on Soo Jin. She was standing by the window, her beauty illuminated by the morning light. Her long, dark hair cascaded down her back, and her elegant dress seemed to shimmer in the sunlight.
Min-ho's heart skipped a beat as he approached her, his hand raised to call out.
Suddenly, a hand fell on his shoulder.
He turned to face a tall, 40-50-year-old man with oval glasses perched on his nose, smiling warmly. His black suit exuded an air of authority.
"Hello, I'm Jae-Hwan, the marketing manager," he introduced himself, flashing his ID card. "Welcome to our company, Min-ho. Nice to meet you. I'll join you later; I have something to attend to."
Min-ho nodded, still searching for Soo Jin. But she had vanished.
His grandfather's voice broke the spell. "What are you looking for, Min-ho?"
Min-ho hesitated, unsure how much to reveal. "Nothing, Grandpa."
His grandfather introduced Jae-Hwan to Min-ho once more, and Min-ho acknowledged their earlier meeting.
"Let's go, Min-ho," his grandfather said. "I'll show you how the company works."
The tour was comprehensive, covering the company's history, future plans, and operational dynamics. Min-ho listened intently, absorbing every detail.
After four hours, his grandfather suggested they meet after lunch.
Min-ho returned to his grandfather's office, finding it empty. He settled into the plush chair, feeling a sense of authority.
His eyes landed on the computer screen, and curiosity got the better of him. The password, still set to his father's name, stirred a mix of emotions.
Min-ho navigated through the files, discovering numerous locked folders. His curiosity piqued, he accessed the CCTV footage.
The grainy image revealed his grandfather in the guest room, engaged in a heated conversation with an unknown individual. Min-ho's eyes widened as he realized the magnitude of the secrets hidden within these walls.
His heart racing, Min-ho minimized the window, unsure what to make of the revelation.
"Grandpa," Min-ho called out, his voice barely above a whisper.
The response was silence.
Min-ho's eyes locked onto the computer screen, the secrets and lies swirling before him.