Chapter 16: Growing Tension
As Ji Hyun and Tae Oh's friendship deepened, Min Soo's anger and jealousy intensified. He would hear about Tae Oh's gestures - the drinks, the gifts, the rides home - through mutual friends and colleagues.
Min Soo's behavior towards Ji Hyun became increasingly erratic. When she came to his office, he would either dismiss her or greet her with a scowl. Ji Hyun, confused and frustrated, would ask him what was wrong.
Min Soo's accusations would follow: "Are you in a relationship with Tae Oh?" he would demand, his eyes blazing with anger.
Ji Hyun would deny it, insisting that Tae Oh was just a client. But Min Soo's doubts lingered, and Ji Hyun would storm out of his office, feeling angry and hurt.
Tae Oh, sensing an opportunity, began to drive Ji Hyun home from work instead of Min Soo. Ah Rim, witnessing this change, felt uneasy and confronted Ji Hyun about it.
"Ji Hyun, what's going on?" Ah Rim asked, concern etched on her face. "You're spending more and more time with Tae Oh, and Min Soo seems to be getting increasingly jealous."
Ji Hyun sighed, unsure of how to respond. She didn't know what was happening between her, Min Soo, and Tae Oh, but she knew she needed to figure it out soon.