Hearing this response, the woman was finally pleased as she sat back down.
"Tiffany did not hurt me because she couldn't have possibly done it."
"Then, does the rumor of Tiffany cheating have anything to do with you?"
"No!" Han Ji-eun replied firmly. "But, I'm not completely unaware of the truth. My husband saw Tiffany and Suho talking in the living room that day and was suspicious of their relationship. He didn't want Taeyeon to suffer a loss, so he revealed this information to a few people he knew so they could spread it within the industry."
"I never thought you guys would treat your daughter-in-law like this!" the woman's voice contained a slight sense of mockery.
"This is none of your business. Your simply need to give me the photo of Tiffany cheating," Han Ji-eun was not pleased by the expression on the woman's face, but she needed something from her.
"Taeyeon doesn't need a wife like this, he deserves someone better."
"Has Tiffany offended you in some way?"
"You've asked too much!" Han Ji-eun was annoyed.
"This is the last question!"
"I don't like the look of her," Han Ji-eun replied casually.
"In other words, she did nothing wrong..." the woman placed her phone on the table and deleted the recording right in front of Han Ji-eun's face.
"I was just testing you. Since you were willing to tell me the truth, then I am happy to go ahead with this deal."
Han Ji-eun laughed, "Young lady, you sure have your methods."
"But, I deleted it in the end, didn't I?" the young artist put down her phone and Han Ji-eun relaxed.
Of course, in a hidden position, the pinhole camera that was attached to the young artist's body, had already captured Han Ji-eun's every word and expression.
"To be honest, I don't like actors, especially smart ones. Yet my daughter-in-law is one."
"Don't you know that Tiffany has your grandchild in her stomach?"
Han Ji-eun laughed in response, "My son is the Big Boss of the entertainment industry. Should he be worried that there's no one around to help him bear a child?"
"You are quite a despicable person," the woman judged Han Ji-eun straightforwardly. "Although I did something wrong, I know I deserve the consequences. But, the way that you have treated a pregnant woman is extremely shameless."
"That's it, enough talking. Where's the item I've come for?"
The woman glared at Han Ji-eun before she sent her the photo on her phone, "I've sent you the photo, but I don't want your money. My conscience won't allow me to spend it. I wish you the best of luck."
After speaking, the woman stood up and left. Meanwhile, Han Ji-eun got what she wished for and immediately forwarded the photo to Father Kim, "This is your daughter-in-law."
However, Han Ji-eun wouldn't have known that her every word and move that afternoon, had been broadcasted live on the biggest public advertising screen in Seoul.
Of course, from beginning to end, only Han Ji-eun appeared in the video and the little artist's identity was kept a secret; this prevented her from being attacked by reporters.
Everyone saw the true Han Ji-eun and was now aware of what Tiffany had gone through. Yet...
...Han Ji-eun was the only one that was oblivious to it all and was cheering in glee over the photo she had received...
_"Ridiculous! Just because she doesn't like Tiffany, she actually treated a pregnant woman in such a way. She is completely shameless," the netizens began to discuss the situation.
_"I wonder who the kind-hearted person who revealed this information is. If not for her, I wonder how many false claims Tiffany would have had to put up with, poor thing."
_"Han Ji-eun is the most despicable mother-in-law I have ever seen."
_"Wasn't it also revealed that President Kim's father was the one that started the rumor of Tiffany cheating? I never thought rich families were such a mess behind-the-scenes..."
_"It's been one big show."
_"I think Tiffany planned all this. But, after being treated in such a way, there's nothing wrong with the way she exposed Han Ji-eun!"
In an instant, the video made it possible for the entire Korea to experience the evils of the human heart and what it meant to be sinister.
After everyone saw the video, the artist that had met with Han Ji-eun also shared the photo that she had given Han Ji-eun.
Blown up on the big screen was indeed a photo of Tiffany and Suho. But, those with an eye for detail immediately spotted there was something wrong.
_"This was Photoshopped! This Han Ji-eun is too much. Previously, someone also Photoshopped a photo with Tiffany and said she was their wife. Does that mean she also cheated with that man?"
_"If I was Tiffany and I was treated by my mother-in-law in this way, I would directly walk up to her and chop her into bits!"
Han Ji-eun had no idea that the outside world had undergone a dramatic change. After speaking to Father Kim on the phone, she called Taeyeon, "Taeyeon, do you know what photo your father just received?"
"What?"
"Evidence of Tiffany cheating; proof that she is having an affair with Suho," Han Ji-eun exclaimed.
"Oh...so what?"
"So you should immediately get a divorce. How does she deserve to be my daughter-in-law?"
"Ms Han, are you talking about this photo?"
On the other end of the phone, Taeyeon's lips curved slightly upwards as he sent the original photo to Han Ji-eun. If Tiffany's fans were detailed enough, they would have discovered that the original man in the photo...was Taeyeon! It was a photo of Tiffany and Taeyeon!
Taeyeon had sent the original, so when Han Ji-eun looked at it, she was slightly confused, "Taeyeon, no, not this one..."
"This is a photo of Tiffany and I!"
Han Ji-eun paused for a moment, not quite understanding what was going on.
"Confused? You will understand everything very soon." After speaking, Taeyeon hung up the phone.
At this time, Han Ji-eun finally sensed that there may have been a change in the situation, so she immediately left the hotel. However...as she walked out, passersby recognized her and began to point and gossip.
_"I can't believe this disgusting woman is brave enough to come outside..."
_"A woman's heart can indeed be the most evil."
_"She's so shameless. I hope my mother-in-law will never be like her."
All of a sudden, everyone seemed to be looking at Han Ji-eun with ridicule and disgust.
Someone even threw something at her,
_"You are truly despicable!"
Han Ji-eun didn't understand what was going on, so she tried to flag down a taxi and leave. But, as soon as the taxi driver saw her, he refused to let her on,
_"Oh, it's you. I'm not driving you, find another taxi!"
"Can I ask why?"
_"Why? Go to the public screen at Global Square and see for yourself. To see someone as evil as you at my age, has truly opened my eyes." After speaking, the driver immediately drove off.
Han Ji-eun's arm was injured, so she couldn't drive, but no taxi would take her. So, she had no choice but to walk while trying to hide herself.
A little while later, a piece of entertainment news was released online, detailing everything that Han Ji-eun had done. It appeared on all the biggest websites and even an SMS was sent out.
Han Ji-eun's hands trembled as she looked at her name appear on her phone. She then found out what had happened.
This explained it all...
Han Ji-eun's body suddenly felt weak as she fell onto the icy cold floor. Everyone had now discovered how evil she was on the inside.
Han Ji-eun lay on the ground in tears. She finally understood why everyone was pointing at her and gossiping. But, how did this happen?
How?
This was a humiliation, a complete humiliation! Han Ji-eun was suddenly consumed by humiliation.
Han Ji-eun remained still on the floor until Father Kim traced her steps from the hotel and found her.
"Ji-eun, get up...get up!"
"Old Kim! Take me to Tiffany! I want to see Tiffany!"
Han Ji-eun looked up. Her eyes were red and overflowing with tears.
"OK, I'll take you to see Tiffany right now!" Father Kim carried Han Ji-eun into their car and drove straight towards the direction of Hyatt Regency.
But, now that things had gotten to this point, what was the point of looking for Tiffany?
Of course, Tiffany had already predicted what was coming her way, so she instructed Hyoyeon, "Auntie Lee, in a moment, just stay in your room. No matter what happens, don't come out."
"Is it regarding the video that was exposed on the big screen of Global Square this afternoon?" Hyoyeon asked. "Han Ji-eun will definitely come looking for you. I can't let you face them on your own."
"It's fine," Tiffany smiled gently. "I've already made preparations. She won't be able to pick on me."
"Even so, I refuse to leave. I will only feel rest assured if I keep my eye on you," Hyoyeon stared at Tiffany with a determined expression.
Tiffany looked at Hyoyeon and noticed the woman's strong desire to protect her. It was so strong that Tiffany found her impossible to reject.
So, she nodded her head in the end, "In that case, don't say a word. I'll handle everything on my own."
"What about Taeyeon? Doesn't he know that Han Ji-eun is coming?"
Tiffany smiled and pointed to the study room upstairs with her chin, "He's upstairs. As soon as the incident happened, he immediately rushed home. He is currently looking at contracts in the study room."
"That's good," Hyoyeon relaxed.
At this time, Taeyeon's voice resounded from upstairs, "Auntie Lee, go open the door."
Hyoyeon was a little confused. She originally thought that Han Ji-eun had arrived. But, as she opened the door, Chanyeol stepped in with four bodyguards. After leaving the bodyguards with Tiffany, he turned and left.
"In a moment, if Tiffany needs anything, help her grab it. Don't let her tire herself out."
As Han Ji-eun's son, it wasn't forbidden for Taeyeon to be present during Tiffany and Han Ji-eun's confrontation, but he knew that Tiffany needed the chance to get revenge on her own. So, he decided to stay out of it and allow the bodyguards to protect Tiffany instead. After all, his wife was pregnant, so it wasn't convenient for her to have any physical contact.
"Han Ji-eun is here to cause trouble. As your husband, shouldn't he be personally doing something?" Hyoyeon was a little confused by Taeyeon's actions.
"He is doing something by not appearing. He knows that I have a lot of anger bottled up inside. If he is around, I won't be able to express myself fully," Tiffany replied straightforwardly.
"Auntie Lee, if there is a person in this world that understands the depths of my soul, that person is my husband."
"He knows everything I want..."
"Oh," Hyoyeon didn't fully grasp what Tiffany meant, but, she would soon find out after Han Ji-eun arrived.
It didn't take long before furious knocking could be heard on the door. Of course, Tiffany did not need to open the door on her own. But, as everyone watched Han Ji-eun rush in through the front door, they were quite surprised.
Ms Han seemed to always do things that weren't fitting of her identity.
"Mom, why did you come over without tidying yourself up a little first?" Tiffany asked indifferently.
"Tiffany! Stop putting on an act! If not for you, my reputation wouldn't be completely destroyed." Han Ji-eun pounced at Tiffany, but the bodyguards quickly stopped her. "I am your mother-in-law! How dare you treat me like this!"
"Tiffany! Did you plan the incident that happened today?" Father Kim asked as he supported Han Ji-eun.
"Yes, it was me." Tiffany never thought of the couple as worthy opponents, so she looked at Father Kim and threw a question back at him calmly, "So what if I did?"
"Didn't you already know that I am ruthless and vengeful?"
"It couldn't be because I'm pregnant that you think I have no power to fight back..."
"And don't think that just because I'm your daughter-in-law, I would allow you to bully me as you please."
"I can't handle getting the short end of the stick!"
Tiffany was calm and unfazed, "Today, I simply destroyed Ms Han's reputation. If she won't admit defeat and decides to continue, I am ready to play along with her."
"Tiffany, I hope you and the child in your stomach will die a painful death..." Han Ji-eun lost control of her emotions as she pointed to Tiffany's stomach.
"Take back your filthy hand," Tiffany warned in a fierce tone. "Otherwise, don't blame me for retaliating in a heartless way."
Han Ji-eun didn't know why, but hearing Tiffany's fierce tone, sent shivers down her spine. Perhaps, it was because she had never seen Tiffany in such a way.
"Have a good look at yourself. You don't have any of the qualities of a Kim Family member. First you slandered your daughter-in-law, then you tried to drive a wedge between me and Taeyeon. You even cursed your grandchild and used the media. Because of your selfishness, you completely destroyed the Kim Family's reputation! You can continue the way you are, but please don't draw attention to my child and I. The suffering we experience today..."
"...will be thrown back at you, one hundred fold tomorrow."
"Give it a try. Let's see who's methods are more ruthless. Today, I can destroy your reputation. Tomorrow, I can make you beg for your life."
"Tiffany...even the Gods won't forgive you for treating your mother-in-law this way," Father Kim was a little too angry, so he stuttered as he spoke, not quite making sense, "If you dare to hurt Ji-eun again...I won't let you off the hook!"
"Father...take a proper look at the woman before you. Is she really your wife?" Tiffany asked as she pointed to Han Ji-eun with her chin like she had another meaning to her words.
"What do you mean?"
"Tiffany, don't you dare talk nonsense in front of Kangin, you cheap performer," Han Ji-eun immediately tried to protect herself by yelling at Tiffany. "As long as I am alive, I will not let you be a part of the Kim Family."
"Do I need your acknowledgement?" Tiffany asked. "Or...could it be that you are angry because I said something that I shouldn't have?"
"You cheap sl*t!"
"The truth cannot be hidden forever. Justice will prevail," Tiffany's words left everyone hanging. She then turned to Father Kim and said,
"Father, you should keep an eye on your wife. When it comes to scheming, her brains are nothing compared to mine. I've always been ready to play. If someone wants to gamble their life with mine, I am ready to gamble with them."
"You can hate me and curse me all you want. I won't lose a single hair on my body. Just don't try to challenge me!"
After hearing Tiffany's words, Father Kim was tempted to throw a slap across her face. But, he couldn't, because she was surrounded by bodyguards.
"I am pregnant, so I don't want to make a big fuss; I'll leave you with a bit of pride. But, if you don't control yourself and continue to do disgusting things, I will have no choice but to respond."
"What did Taeyeon say?" Father Kim scoffed, no longer wanting to listen to Tiffany.
"Did you think that Taeyeon still wants to talk to you?"
Father Kim was silent for a few seconds as he looked upstairs. He knew that Taeyeon was home. But, as Tiffany said, he did not want to see him nor Han Ji-eun.
So, Father Kim swallowed his anger and got ready to leave. But, Han Ji-eun loosened herself from his arms and approached Tiffany, "Your words just now. Were you trying to suggest that I'm a fake and that I'm not Taeyeon's mother?"
"Did I say something?" Tiffany asked casually.
"Let me tell you, you wench, I will find evidence to make you pay for what you have said today," Han Ji-eun's eyes were red. From the looks of it, she was fairly angered. But, of course, this further aroused Tiffany's suspicion. If she didn't have something to hide, why did she have such a big reaction?
"I will wait for your evidence."
Han Ji-eun glared at Tiffany. She then turned her gaze towards the study room upstairs, "I, Han Ji-eun, gave birth to this unfilial son for nothing!"
"My husband does not have such cruel and unscrupulous parents," Tiffany lifted her chin, powerfully suppressing Han Ji-eun's words.
Father Kim scoffed and dragged Han Ji-eun out of the villa. Afterwards, Tiffany took a deep breath and sat down on the sofa.
Hyoyeon immediately walked over to offer her support, "Are you OK?"
Tiffany gently nodded her head.
Afterwards, the two women heard Taeyeon's voice coming from upstairs as he appeared in the doorway of the study room,
"Auntie Lee, these four bodyguards will be guarding the front door from now on. You can be in charge of them. If someone wants to barge in, they will block their way."
"Yes, Mr Kim."
After giving his instructions, Taeyeon walked downstairs and pulled Tiffany into his embrace, "Have you satisfied your anger yet?"
Tiffany leaned into Taeyeon's chest quietly and listened to the sound of his heartbeat, "In this entire world, you are perhaps the only person that would allow me to bully their parents."
"Fany, it's because someone was testing their limits first. You were simply protecting yourself. You did nothing wrong," Hyoyeon said from behind the couple.
"This world has always been one where the weak are bullied and the strong are feared. If you keep tolerating her, she won't stop until she gets what she wants."
"Your words are my words," Taeyeon said simply to Tiffany, "And your actions are my actions."
"You..." Tiffany smiled helplessly, "If I was to kill someone, you would probably bury the dead body for me."
"I won't allow anyone to bully you."
This was something Taeyeon had stuck by since the day they got married.
Tiffany lifted her head and looked into Taeyeon's dazzling eyes. His pupils were like a sea of stars; so bright and sparkly, yet difficult to look away from.
"I'm a lot better now. You can go back to work. I have a few things I want to talk to Auntie Lee about," Tiffany gently nudged Taeyeon's chest.
Taeyeon placed a kiss on Tiffany's lips and covered her with a blanket. He then gestured for the bodyguards to watch over the front door, leaving the two women with plenty of privacy.
After Taeyeon left, Tiffany looked at Hyoyeon and asked, "Auntie Lee, have you also experienced something unfair?"
Hearing this, Hyoyeon immediately thought of the couple that had just left, "It's old history that's not worth mentioning."
"Have you considered taking revenge?"
"I've thought about it for many years. But, I had to take care of Irene," Hyoyeon answered honestly.
"OK. When you want to share your story with someone, you can tell me."
"Fany, I have a request," Hyoyeon took the opportunity to make a request. "When I miss Irene, could you allow her into Hyatt Regency?"
With the mention of Irene, Tiffany immediately remembered the young girl that Suho tried to protect at Shin hye's birthday. She was less than 20-years-old and very cheeky, but impossible to dislike. So, Tiffany smiled and nodded her head, "I trust that you will know your limits."
"That child has always been different and never restrained by the rules of society."
Hearing this, Tiffany couldn't help but wonder if Suho had brought luck or misfortune upon himself...
...
After following Father Kim through the front door of their home, Han Ji-eun immediately threw everything onto the floor like crazy. All that could be heard were the shattering of items as they broke into pieces.
After some time, Father Kim walked over and pulled her into his embrace, "That's enough Ji-eun. We can't beat that woman. If worse come to worse, we will never return to Korea again."
"No!" Han Ji-eun yelled. "Didn't you hear what she said? She said I was a fake and that I'm not Taeyeon's mother..."
"She was just talking nonsense, how could you take her seriously?"
"I am going to the hospital tomorrow to do a DNA test. I want her to know, if Taeyeon wants to get rid of me, he must be dreaming!"
Father Kim knew that she was currently overcome by anger, so he did not stop her. He waited until she calmed down before he carried her into their bedroom and placed her on the bed, "Let's just pretend we never had this son..."
"Old Kim, you need to trust in my innocence. I can't allow her to slander me in this way. No matter how much she hates us, she can't get rid of the fact that I am Taeyeon's mother."
"Fine...let's go to the hospital tomorrow and get a DNA test. No one is allowed to slander my wife."
There was no doubt that Father Kim doted on Han Ji-eun. So, it made sense that he was consumed by her lies. With the added fact that Han Ji-eun insisted on going to get a DNA test, Father Kim's hatred towards Tiffany was further embedded in his heart. However, there was nothing he could do about her.
...
Meanwhile, Hyoyeon remembered the words that Tiffany had said to Han Ji-eun. Could it be that Tiffany had already discovered something?
Of course, Tiffany's method this time was extremely ruthless. As a result, the entire Korea was disgusted by Han Ji-eun, so they all had their eyes on her every move. This naturally made Tiffany's life a lot easier.
"Although Han Ji-eun is quite pitiful to have her reputation completely destroyed, I must say Tiffany, your move was much too satisfying."
"The weirdest thing is, no one implicated Boss at all. Boss certainly made the best decision to remain out of the entire incident."
Seeing the smile on Sunny's face, Tiffany also smiled, "You've been visiting me a lot more often lately. Is it because Sooyoung isn't home, so you've been bored?"
"Actually, I'm here because I have an idea," Sunny shuffled closer to Tiffany and said,
"Sooyoung and I are healthy and fine, but I can't seem to fall pregnant. I was thinking, I might try IVF."
"But I'm a little scared, so I thought I'd get your opinion."
Tiffany knew that Sunny really wanted a child. So, she wasn't surprised that Sunny had this thought, "Have you discussed this with Sooyoung yet?"
"I'm waiting for him to return first," Sunny replied. "It's just, I'm feeling a little uncertain, so I wanted to chat to someone about it."
"It's not a bad thing..."
"I just find it a little strange," Sunny was uncertain of her decision. "Sooyoung and I are both fine, but I can't seem to fall pregnant. To have to resort to an option like this is a bit hard to accept."
"You can't make the decision on your own. You need to discuss this with Sooyoung first," Tiffany advised. "It is a matter concerning both of you, so stop treating it like something you can decide on your own."
"But, after exhausting all other methods and not getting a result, I think this is definitely an option you can consider."
After receiving Tiffany's approval, Sunny clapped her hands and said, "Let's go ahead and do it then..."
"Sorry. I didn't mean to listen to your conversation, but I heard you girls mention IVF. Does Miss Sunny want a baby?"
Hyoyeon approached from behind with a cup of tea. After placing it down on the coffee table, she quickly analyzed Sunny's body, "Is there any problem with your body?"
"Auntie Lee...do you perhaps know something?" Sunny leaned back on the sofa in fascination.
"I can perhaps answer your queries."
Hyoyeon was, after all, Taeyeon's actual mother. So, it was also true that she was a researcher of biotechnology. Hence, she naturally had a good knowledge of genetics.
"Can I have a look at your examination results?"
After hearing this, Tiffany and Sunny suddenly felt like they had discovered something new about this disfigured woman.
"OK, I'll bring it to you in a moment. If Auntie Lee can actually help me, I will be forever grateful."
The fact that Irene had a quirky personality and knew how to do many things made it feasible that her mother also had some unexpected skills up her sleeves.
Sunny was ready to give anything a try. But, she knew that Hyoyeon was no doctor, so her expectations weren't high.
Either way, a little bit of hope was better than no hope...
So, Sunny immediately fetched her results and showed them to Hyoyeon, "Auntie Lee, here are the results."
Hyoyeon had a good look at the results. After a careful analysis, she explained, "The results show that both you and Mr Sooyoung are indeed healthy and everything is within normal parameters."
"Then why can't we..."
"Don't rush," Hyoyeon comforted, "There are many things that science can not explain yet. There are plenty of people that can't fall pregnant just like you, without any plausible reason."
"Did the hospital mention that your surroundings could effect your chances of fertility?"
"What...do you mean?" Sunny had obviously never considered this factor.
"Miss Suuny, you and Mr Sooyoung should move," Hyoyeon seemed to have discovered the answer to Sunny's problem as she smiled,
"After not being able to fall pregnant for a while, it is usually a physical problem or chemical imbalance. Otherwise, it could be related to pollutants in the atmosphere. You are both strong and healthy. Why don't you try a change of scenery?"
"Is there such a thing? But, I never heard the hospital mention it before..."
"The two of you did your examinations separately and your results came out fine, so the majority of hospitals would either suggest IVF or tell you to be patient and let things happen naturally. Many doctors overlook secondary reasons like this one."
Sunny suddenly felt hopeful as she looked at Hyoyeon in a new light, "I never imagined that Auntie Lee would be so impressive."
At the same time, Tiffany also noticed that Hyoyeon had quite an interest in medicine and nutrition.
At least, when it came to Tiffany's food, Hyoyeon never did any research into her usual eating habits, yet she knew exactly what to serve her to provide her with the best nutrition.
"Go home and give it a try. You can thank me after it works."
Sunny was so happy that she immediately gave Sooyoung a phone call. Meanwhile, Tiffany looked at Auntie Lee in seriousness, "I never thought that Auntie Lee had such a deeply hidden skill."
"I wouldn't consider it a skill, I simply learned a little because Irene used to get hurt a lot and she studied martial arts."
Tiffany nodded her head and did not ask further. But...
...she knew, at Hyoyeon's level, she hadn't just learned a little.
Tiffany was at least certain that Hyoyeon was at a professional level.
"What about your face..."
Hyoyeon understood what Tiffany was referring to. If she knew so much, why didn't she get surgery to recover her original appearance?
"The injuries were too harsh; it is impossible for me to recover. If I want to face the world with my mask off, I will need to undergo at least 4 surgeries. And even then, my face will not look natural. There is even a possibility that it will turn out even more frightening. So, I gave up," Hyoyeon explained. "Over the years, I have gone overseas multiple times. But..."
"I'm sorry, Auntie Lee."
"I'm fine," Hyoyeon smiled. But, because of her smile, the skin beneath her mask tightened.
Time had passed and all that remained were scars. But...the hatred and grudge could never be forgotten.
...
The next day, the producers of 'The Savage Wars' contacted Suho. They were pleased with Irene's performance at the auditions and wanted to sign her as a villain in their film.
It seemed, the way she hit people with no restraint, left a lasting impression on the judges. So, the producers immediately contacted Suho and requested for him to bring Irene with him to the US.
She didn't secure any of the main characters, but she got the lead villain role!
Suho looked at Irene in the distance. He felt that she was always full of surprises. She often acted casually, but, did that mean she also treated her life in a casual manner?
"Hey Mr Suho, don't look at me that way," Irene had brought an old video game console to the apartment and was currently playing on it.
There was plenty of money in front of her to play with, but she instead chose to play with something from the streets that was hard to find.
"Want to take the role of main villain?"
"You know I can't face the cameras."
"But, weren't there a dozen cameras surrounding you during your audition?"
"I was there to hit people. I didn't care about the audition," Irene rolled her eyes. "Plus, you actually want me to go overseas? All I can say is, 'Me no lesbian' and 'W.C.'. Do you want me to embarrass myself?"
"Stop putting on an act," Suho obviously saw Irene speak English to the judges at the auditions.
Although her pronunciation wasn't great, it wasn't impossible to understand.
"Mr Suho, you don't need to turn me into an international superstar. I think I am fine right now. I don't need to change."
"Don't you have any ambitions in life?"
"Yes. I am ambitious for excitement!" Irene replied. "I like the impossible, so don't make me act as a villain. I've already experienced it and have no interest."
Suho's mind was in a mess. He couldn't understand why he signed Irene and caused himself stress.
"What exactly are you living for?"
Irene stuck up her middle finger with disdain. In response, Suho was furious. He immediately walked over, grabbed Irene's video game and smashed it on the floor.
"You are not living your life like someone that is alive...What a waste of resources!"
Irene: "..."
Suho no longer wanted to talk to Irene, so he turned to leave. As he left he said, "Another artist will be moving in in 2 days. I hope you can take care of each other."
"I'm not used to living with strangers."
"You don't have to if you can give me $20 million right now or become of some value."
Irene: "..."
"Since you won't join 'The Savage Wars', I'll get someone else to do it. You may not want to go, but there are plenty of people that are willing to. You can continue being a mere stunt double." After speaking, Suho directly left the apartment, leaving Irene all alone with the urge to hit someone.
Suho was, after all, a top manager in the past. When going up against a troublemaker like Irene, he naturally had his methods.
However, this little brat was unaware of her value and consistently wasted her youth. If she had no intention to further pursue this career, why had she been an extra for so many years?
She was a stunt double...
But, did she really like this dangerous and unrewarding job that much?
...
Han Ji-eun had made a fuss about getting a DNA test. So, early in the morning, Father Kim dropped by Taeyeon and Tiffany's home to get a sample of Taeyeon's DNA.
Tiffany was still resting at the time. So, the person to open the door was Hyoyeon. The two had not faced each other on their own yet, but when Father Kim looked into Hyoyeon's eyes, he felt her gaze was filled with complex emotions which made one suspicious.
"I saw you yesterday, you are?"
"I am a maid that Tiffany has hired," Hyoyeon replied with her head down. After giving her response, she turned around.
"Have we met before?" Father Kim asked.
"No," Hyoyeon replied firmly. If possible, she wished that they had never laid eyes on each other in their lives.
"In that case...can you give me a sample of Taeyeon's DNA?"
"I'm sorry, I can't," Hyoyeon answered coldly.
Father Kim looked at Hyoyeon and assumed that she wanted a bribe, so he pulled out some money and handed it to her, "Is this enough?"
Hyoyeon looked at the money in Father Kim's hands. All she felt was ridicule.
Although the incident between them was already many years in the past, this man still had no idea that his real wife was standing right in front of him, while he wreaked havoc on the world with a fraud.
He even schemed against his son and daughter-in-law. Thinking of this, Hyoyeon couldn't help but look at Father Kim in mockery, "In this modern world, DNA tests can be faked. If you want to truly prove something, you should go to the clinic in person with Mr Kim. If you go on your own, who would believe it?"
"What do you mean?" Father Kim suddenly furrowed his brows. "Are you trying to say that my wife would create a fake report to trick everyone?"
"I'm just pointing out the possibilities."
"You are indeed one of Tiffany's people. Your every word is aimed at helping her," Father Kim's tone became unfriendly after realizing that Hyoyeon was bias towards his wife.
"Why don't you remove your face mask? Do you have something to hide like that performer? It's no surprise. That woman is so evil that the people beside are bound to be of the same caliber!"
"Yes, you're right, we are all evil. Only your wife is innocent and pure..."
"You and I both know who's right and who's wrong," Father Kim growled. "Since you are just a maid, then move out of the way. Regardless of everything, I am still Taeyeon's father."
Hyoyeon did not say a word. After being married to him for so many years, this was their fate. She did not want to argue with him any further. She simply pointed her chin towards the bodyguards, gesturing for them to make a move. Why were they still standing around at a time like this? What were they waiting for?
The bodyguards understood and immediately stepped forward to restrain Father Kim. But, before he was kicked out of the villa, Tiffany's voice echoed from inside, "Auntie Lee, give it to him."
"But..."
"Just give it to him," Tiffany walked over to the sofa and sat down. Her voice was as calm as ever. "Since father wants it, we can't refuse him."
Hyoyeon did not think that Han Ji-eun's DNA test would be trustworthy at all.
It seemed, even if she was to reveal her identity right now, Father Kim would still be on that woman's side. So, she couldn't put too much hope in him.
In the end, the DNA test had to be done. Since Father Kim was persistent and Tiffany allowed it, Hyoyeon had no choice but to go to the bathroom and fetch Taeyeon's toothbrush for him.
If Han Ji-eun wanted to do a DNA test so badly, then go ahead!
Tiffany watched as Hyoyeon handed the toothbrush to Father Kim. Only after he left, did she turn to Hyoyeon curiously, "Auntie Lee, the toothbrush you gave wasn't Taeyeon's."
"I gave him my toothbrush," Hyoyeon replied straightforwardly.
Tiffany stared at Hyoyeon without a word. But...inside, she couldn't help praising her for what she had done.
"I guess we have another good show in the making..."
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Will continue tomorrow if I had time 😅