Bound by a Ruthless Contract - Chapter 54
Not just a woman he could be close to, but one who could help him sleep deeply.
There was no need for further consideration.
“The reason for this marriage. I don’t think I need to explain further.”
“…I’ll think about it.”
Though he tried to show some resistance, annoyed by his grandson’s arrogant attitude…
“The PR department is probably writing the marriage announcement as we speak.”
“What, what did you say?”
“Rumors will start spreading in the stock market tomorrow, so please don’t waste time investigating the wrong people. I did it.”
“Kwon Si-heon, you really…!”
That arrogant fellow deflected even that attempt at authority.
“I’ve saved you some contemplation time, Chairman. I figured this much would be necessary to get married right away.”
Looking at Si-heon’s unruffled composure even after dropping such a bombshell, Kwon Soon-yeol let out a hollow laugh.
He understood why his second son Kwon Jae-sung was so desperate to suppress his nephew.
That expression which said ‘Whatever you say, you can’t stop me, and it doesn’t even reach my ears’ would make anyone’s blood boil with frustration.
But it seemed he had a soft spot for his eldest grandson after all.
The fact that he couldn’t bring himself to hate him, even like this.
Even when Kwon Jae-sung and Kwon Si-jung ranted about him “only favoring Si-heon,” there was nothing he could do.
How could he not cherish someone who not only resembled him the most but also showed the most exceptional abilities?
Moreover, Si-heon was the only person who could meet his gaze without wavering.
It was natural to favor such a qualified heir.
Above all… he worried deeply about him.
Unlike his cousin who had parents striving to support him, Si-heon had to endure everything alone as his parents had chosen academic careers.
Though he himself stood behind Si-heon, it wouldn’t be the same as having parents.
Additionally, he had to endure alone what happened around age twenty, which led to his insomnia and aversion to women.
That’s why Kwon Soon-yeol couldn’t help but soften when dealing with Si-heon.
“Then I’ll take that as your permission.”
After speaking, Si-heon checked his wristwatch.
“It’s been five minutes since I entered.”
“What of it?”
“I instructed Chief Noh to send the investigation file about my marriage partner to Director Sung Won-gyu.”
“…Hah.”
“You would have looked into it anyway. I’m just saving you the trouble.”
“…You cunning fox.”
“I’ll take that as a compliment.”
Rising from his seat and buttoning his jacket, Si-heon spoke casually.
“I’ll bring her to meet you within a week.”
“You really do as you please.”
Si-heon, who had remained expressionless throughout, grinned.
“That’s why you cherish me, isn’t it?”
* * *
After Si-heon left.
Looking at the large bouquet left in the empty space, Kwon Soon-yeol suddenly burst into laughter.
“Hahaha.”
Yes, that’s the kind of boldness needed.
Still laughing with his face crumpled in mirth, he called out toward the door.
“Director Sung! Come in.”
The door slid open smoothly, and Chief Secretary Sung Won-gyu entered.
Crossing the threshold, Sung Won-gyu bowed deeply before approaching Kwon Soon-yeol.
“You called for me?”
“You heard too, didn’t you? What that boy Si-heon said.”
All doors in and around the men’s quarters were double-doored.
A heavy soundproof door with a black frame on the outside, and a dark wooden door with white paper on the inside.
Kwon Soon-yeol closing only the paper sliding door meant those waiting outside were allowed to hear.
“Yes, Chairman. I’ll prepare right away.”
“We couldn’t find a solution when we looked for one, but now when we were about to give up, it appears. Life is truly unpredictable.”
Sung Won-gyu bowed his head as if agreeing with these wise words.
“Si-heon’s secretary sent the file, you say?”
“Yes. I’ve received it.”
“How was it?”
Kwon Soon-yeol’s eyes flashed sharply.
“Of course, it’s the file you modified, isn’t it?”
