Real Man

Chapter 378:

Chapter 378:

Chapter 378

It was when he was focused.

The float moved, and she lifted the fishing rod with a snap.

Splash.

Splash splash.

Jeong Da-hye shouted with joy and shrugged her shoulders.

Wow. Got it.

Yoo-hyun, who got up from his seat, took her fish with a net.

Then he put it in the fish basket by the water.

Jeong Da-hye ran around, watching the fish flopping on the water.

She even approached Yoo-hyun and reached out her hands.

Wow. I caught it. I caught

Clap.

The moment Yoo-hyun reached out his hand and hit Jeong Da-hyes hand, she blinked her eyes.

it.

Her eyelashes were so long.

Yoo-hyun smiled, and she turned her head awkwardly.

But she couldnt hide her ears that turned bright red.

Thump thump.

Yoo-hyuns lips curled up with the flutter he felt anew.

He thought he came to the fishing spot well.

But Jeong Da-hye had a different mind from Yoo-hyun.

She closed her mouth.

She couldnt turn her head for a long time because she was embarrassed.

Then she asked a question that came to her mind.

But why dont you use bait, Yoo-hyun?

Because I can catch them without it.

But you can catch them better if you use bait.

What are you going to do with catching a lot? Im going to let them go anyway.

Jeong Da-hye tilted her head at the strange answer.

Then why do you catch them?

Its fun to fish for time.

You say something fresh.

Fresh. That sounds good. I want to live leisurely like that.

It was a word that Jeong Da-hye, who always valued efficiency, could never understand.

But why did that word bother her so much?

It was different, and it wasnt the direction she wanted, but it looked good.

It looked relaxed and comfortable.

She even felt envious.

She expressed that thought that shook her values with resentment.

Living leisurely might be nice. But I want to run faster, achieve what I want. Even if I have to use bait.

Yoo-hyun didnt answer and just smiled.

It felt like he understood everything.

She got angry and threw the fishing rod with bait as if to show him with action.

The float flew far away and floated on the water, and Jeong Da-hye opened her eyes wide.

She was determined to show him how fast and how much she could catch.

But that was only for a moment.

Gurgle gurgle.

As soon as the sound came from her stomach, Yoo-hyun asked casually.

Do you want some ramen?

Huh?

Ramen is a must when fishing.

No. Im

If youre late, Ill take you to the parking lot.

As always, Yoo-hyun answered as if he read Jeong Da-hyes mind.

And he moved first.

Clang clang.

A burner and a pot were placed on the table in front of the tent.

Bubble bubble.

Soon the water boiled, and ramen went in.

The spicy smell that stimulated the nose, the sound of grasshoppers tickling the ears.

The stars in the sky and the cool breeze.

The very cozy scenery naturally led her to the seat.

Before she knew it, chopsticks were in her hand.

Slurp.

Jung Da-hye lifted her thumb after tasting the ramen.

Wow. Its really delicious.

She then started to eat hastily, forgetting her embarrassment.

Her face was full of smiles, as if it was really delicious.

He had only cooked one ramen for her, but why did his heart feel so warm?

He felt more fulfilled at this moment, when his beloved was eating the ramen deliciously, than when he came to Yeontae-ri and changed the factory and saw the village grow.

Jung Da-hyes chopsticks scraped the bottom of the bowl as she filled her hungry stomach.

Let me know if you need more. Ill boil some more for you.

I ate a lot. Its enough.

Well, you did eat a lot.

What?

Yoo-hyun chuckled as he looked at the flustered Jung Da-hye.

He pushed a plate towards her, who had walnut wrinkles on her chin.

It was a steamed bun that he had taken out of the steamer that was placed next to the tent.

It was a hearty steamed bun that the restaurant lady had secretly prepared for them.

Have some of this steamed bun too.

I ate too much.

Your rice stomach and your bread stomach are different. Just taste it.

Jung Da-hye bit a mouthful without saying a word and turned her head quickly.

Then she took another bite.

She acted as if nothing was wrong, but her shoulders kept twitching.

Her elbows swayed slightly.

Yoo-hyun smiled again as he watched her.

He enjoyed this moment.

A little later.

Yoo-hyun drove out of the reservoir on Baeyong-seoks scooter along the newly repaired road.

As he sped up on the road, the cold wind blew.

Hold on tight.

As Yoo-hyun said that, Jung Da-hye, who was wearing a helmet, wrapped her arms around his waist.

She was too awkward to put any strength in her arms.

Thud.

The motorcycle wobbled slightly as it stepped on the gravel.

Kyaa.

Jung Da-hye hugged Yoo-hyuns body tightly at that moment.

Her trembling was transmitted to his back.

Thump thump.

His heart also felt a little bit of love.

He felt a small warmth in his chest that he had never felt before.

Jung Da-hye, who was embarrassed, changed the subject for no reason.

Ahem. Is this the only speed you can go?

Yes. Its probably because of the weight.

Jung Da-hye was silent for a while.

Today, Jung Da-hye looked more comfortable and stable than before.

She also expressed her emotions more than before.

Excitement, embarrassment, shyness, joy.

He was happy to see her colorful appearance.

So he was worried.

What should he say to her before he left?

The parking lot on the hilltop.

Jung Da-hye, who stood in front of his car, made Yoo-hyuns worry meaningless.

I want to succeed in this job. I want to go higher.

She erased her fresh expression from before and showed a strong will in her eyes.

He knew why she had to say that at this point, so he stepped back a little.

Itll be fine. Just like youve done so far.

Thank you for cheering me up. I hope you have a good time here too, Mr. Yoo-hyun.

Ill be going up soon too. I have to continue my fresh life in Seoul.

At Yoo-hyuns words, Jung Da-hyes eyes shook briefly.

Youre going up?

Yes. Soon. When you finish your job successfully, Ill get a cup of coffee from you.

If that happens, Ill buy you dinner. I have to pay back my debt this time.

That would be even better.

Ill see you later.

Yoo-hyun took her hand first.

Jung Da Hye smiled politely and drove away.

Vroom.

He still felt her warmth on his fingertips, but he didnt feel the same flutter as when they touched hands at the fishing spot.

He sensed that she had drawn a line again.

He wasnt impatient.

He knew that there was no room for romantic feelings in her heart right now, but he hoped that someday she would have some spare time for him.

He was satisfied that he had engraved his name in her mind for now.

And he looked forward to the future.

What would her expression be when they met again at the place where they first connected?

See you soon.

Yoo-hyun turned around with a bright smile.

Some time had passed since Jung Da Hye left.

The harsh winter was coming to an end.

In the meantime, Yoo-hyuns friends and father had visited Yeontae Village.

Yoo-hyun also traveled around here and there.

The factory work was still easy.

Most of the work was done in a day, and the rest was just a holiday.

The company was busy, unlike Yoo-hyuns leisurely life.

Organizational changes, new factory operations, increased iPhone shipments, etc.

Several issues that erupted simultaneously made the already busy work more hectic.

He could tell how hard everyone was working just by looking at the daily text messages from Jang Joon Sik.

But he didnt interfere because they were doing well on their own.

He focused on something else.

One afternoon, in the break room of Yeontae Factory.

Sitting on the warm ondol floor, reading a newspaper, Yoo-hyuns eyes lingered on one place.

<2010 Hansung Group Major Executive Personnel Changes>

-Vice President Hyun Ki Joon

Before: Head of Mobile Phone Business at Hansung Electronics

After: Head of Battery Business at Hansung Chemical

There was a name among the densely packed names that caught Yoo-hyuns attention.

He put down the paper cup in his mouth and clicked his tongue.

Vice President Hyun Ki Joon got pushed out.

He remembered what he had heard from Vice President Yeo Tae Sik a while ago, and something that had never happened before happened.

It was the result of a fight between Vice President Shin Myung Ho and Vice President Shin Cheon Sik in the absence of Director Shin Kyung Wook.

It seemed right to assume that the Group Strategy Office was actively supporting Vice President Shin Cheon Sik.

What would Vice President Shin Myung Ho, who had lost his right arm, choose?

If his guess was right, Director Shin Kyung Wooks move would be faster.

That meant that Yoo-hyuns return date could be sooner.

I dont mind living like this.

It was when Yoo-hyuns inner thoughts popped out.

Cho Ki Jung, who sat down next to him, scratched his long hair furiously.

Sigh.

It was a sigh that didnt match his usual carefree attitude, so Yoo-hyun asked him why.

Whats wrong?

The Mokpo branch guys wont send any more staff.

You said you liked it better when they didnt come.

He didnt need any extra hands, so there was no need to take anyone in.

That was what Cho Ki Jung, who hated socializing with people, wanted more.

But Cho Ki Jung gave a different reason.

Thats true, but I feel sorry for the villagers.

Ive been telling the restaurant lady nicely.

I know. Not that.

Then? You know how busy the village head is these days.

A while ago, the county governor came to visit the village, and recently, some people from the provincial office were dispatched.

They surveyed the status of village tourism development, and Yeontae Village got a good score there.

Thanks to that, the provincial office decided to support them with a budget.

It was such a fast progress that it could be called unprecedented.

Because of the situation, Lee Young Nam, the village leader, had no time to spare for anything else.

Cho Ki Jung shook his head with a frustrated expression at Yoo-hyuns question.

No. Its not that kind of problem. You saw it too. The villagers always thank us whenever they get interviewed.

Are you worried that they might close down the factory? Then it would hurt the villagers?

Yeah. Me and Kang Team Leader only have a little time left before we go back. Team Leader Han cant do it alone.

Did Cho Ki Jung also feel responsible for his senior?

It felt strange to see him worry about something like this when he seemed to have no attachment to the factory.

He felt his sense of responsibility in his answer, and Yoo-hyun reassured him with a smiling face.

Dont worry. Its not easy to close down a branch.

I know. I know, but I feel sorry.

Cho Ki Jung got up from his seat, feeling embarrassed.

Yoo-hyun offered him a plausible solution.

Then, why dont you do an interview this time? They said the newspaper reporters are coming again.

Are you crazy? If I do that, I have to contact the PR team. I cant do that.

Thats why. Then the PR team might pay more attention to us.

He didnt have to tell the companys internal story, but it was enough to just hint at it.