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Chapter 13 - Chapter 14: Hidden Agendas

Seung-Hyun's enigmatic smile sparked Ji-Hoon's curiosity.

"Seung-Hyun, what's your true motive?" Ji-Hoon asked.

Seung-Hyun's eyes glinted. "Let's say, I want to reshape the industry."

Jae-Hyun's skepticism grew. "At what cost?"

Seung-Hyun chuckled. "That's for me to know."

Hye-Rim's quiet confidence commanded attention.

"Seung-Hyun trusts Hye-Rim with his life," Park-Jin noted.

Ha-Young's eyes narrowed. "What's Hye-Rim's story?"

As Ji-Hoon's team navigated Seung-Hyun's complex web:

"Trust no one. Question everything."

Seung-Hyun revealed his plan. "We'll sabotage Sophia's upcoming concert."

Jae-Hyun's eyes widened. "How?"

Seung-Hyun smiled. "Hye-Rim has infiltrated Sophia's team."

Hye-Rim nodded. "I've gained Sophia's trust."

Ji-Hoon's unease grew. "This is risky."

Seung-Hyun's gaze intensified. "We must take bold action."

Park-Jin's journalist instincts kicked in. "I'll investigate Sophia's concert plans."

Ha-Young analyzed the potential outcomes. "If we succeed, Sophia's reputation will plummet."

Yoon-Ah's concern deepened. "But what if we fail?"

Seung-Hyun's expression turned cold. "Failure isn't an option."

Meanwhile, Sophia sensed unease within her team.

"Eric, what's troubling you?" Sophia asked.

Eric hesitated. "Seung-Hyun's movements... I think he's planning something."

Sophia's eyes narrowed. "Find out what."

As the concert day approached, tensions mounted.

Seung-Hyun's plan was set in motion.

"Hye-Rim, are you ready?" Seung-Hyun asked.

Hye-Rim nodded. "Sophia's team is unaware of my true identity."

Ji-Hoon's anxiety grew. "What if something goes wrong?"

Seung-Hyun's gaze intensified. "We'll adapt."

Meanwhile, Sophia sensed betrayal within her ranks.

"Eric, I think we have a mole," Sophia said.

Eric's eyes widened. "Who?"

Sophia's voice dropped. "Find out. Now."

Eric's investigation led him to Hye-Rim.

"Hye-Rim, what's your connection to Seung-Hyun?" Eric asked.

Hye-Rim's composure faltered.

As the concert hours ticked away:

"The sabotage will either bring Sophia down or ignite a war."