The shareholder's meeting was a high-stakes affair, and Seol-A found herself on edge as she navigated the tense atmosphere. Hyeon-Woo was in his element, commanding the room with his usual authority and charisma. Seol-A, seated quietly at the edge of the room, observed the proceedings with a mix of anxiety and anticipation.
As the meeting progressed, Hyeon-Woo's phone buzzed with a series of urgent messages. His face grew increasingly grim as he read them, his composure slipping for the first time since Seol-A had known him.
Once the meeting adjourned, Hyeon-Woo pulled Seol-A aside, his expression serious. "We need to talk. There's been a development."
They retreated to a private office, away from prying eyes. Hyeon-Woo paced the room, clearly troubled. "I've just received some alarming information. It appears that someone has been leaking confidential company data to a rival firm."
Seol-A's eyes widened. "Is there any indication that this is connected to the shadowy figure or the anonymous note?"
Hyeon-Woo nodded. "Yes. The information suggests that whoever is behind this has been targeting us for some time. It's not just about the engagement—it's about something much bigger."
Seol-A's mind raced. "Do you have any leads on who might be involved?"
Hyeon-Woo hesitated before answering. "There's one name that's come up repeatedly: Jin-Seo Kim. He's a former employee with a grudge against the company. He's been linked to several shady deals, and now he seems to be resurfacing."
The mention of Jin-Seo Kim sent a shiver down Seol-A's spine. She remembered meeting him briefly during a company event; he had seemed charming but unnervingly intense. "What do we do?"
Hyeon-Woo's gaze was steely. "We need to find him and get to the bottom of this before it's too late. I'm going to arrange a meeting with our security team. Meanwhile, I need you to keep an eye out for anything unusual."
As they left the office, Seol-A felt a mix of apprehension and determination. The situation was escalating, and she had to navigate this new challenge while maintaining her role in the fake engagement.
That evening, Seol-A returned to her apartment, where she found an unexpected visitor waiting for her—a well-dressed woman with an air of authority. "Seol-A Kim?" the woman asked. "I'm Detective Ha, and I need to speak with you about an ongoing investigation."
Seol-A's heart raced. "What's this about?"
Detective Ha glanced around before speaking quietly. "We've been tracking some irregularities related to the company and its employees. I believe you might be inadvertently involved. Can we talk inside?"
Once they were seated, Detective Ha revealed more. "We've received reports that suggest you're entangled in a scheme involving corporate espionage. There's evidence pointing to Jin-Seo Kim's involvement, and it appears you might be a key piece of the puzzle."
Seol-A was taken aback. "How could I be involved? I'm just pretending to be Hyeon-Woo's fiancée."
The detective's expression softened. "It's not just about the engagement. There are signals that someone might be using the situation to their advantage. We need your cooperation to uncover the truth."
Seol-A agreed to help, feeling a renewed sense of urgency. She couldn't shake the feeling that the situation was far more complex than she had anticipated.
The next day, as Seol-A and Hyeon-Woo met to discuss the ongoing crisis, she decided to share the details of her conversation with Detective Ha. Hyeon-Woo's reaction was a mix of surprise and concern.
"This complicates things," he said, running a hand through his hair. "If Jin-Seo is behind this, it's likely he's trying to use the engagement as a cover. We need to be vigilant and uncover his motives."
The plot thickened as Seol-A and Hyeon-Woo delved deeper into the investigation. They began to uncover a web of deceit and betrayal, with Jin-Seo Kim at the center of a scheme that threatened not only the company but also their personal lives.
Amidst the chaos, Seol-A and Hyeon-Woo's relationship continued to evolve, with genuine feelings emerging alongside the pretense. The stakes were higher than ever, and every decision they made had far-reaching consequences.
As the mystery unraveled, Seol-A and Hyeon-Woo faced the ultimate challenge: to protect their lives and the company while navigating the treacherous waters of their complicated relationship.
The true nature of Jin-Seo Kim's plot remained shrouded in secrecy, and Seol-A and Hyeon-Woo were determined to uncover the truth before it was too late.