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and let the games begin
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Jin appeared a few minutes later and as expected with an expensive car.Hyeju didn’t even want to question how he got the car.She fidgeted with the hem of her dress as she bit her lower lip nervously.Jin noticing Hyeju’s nervous moves,held her with his free hand and intertwined their fingers.Hyeju looked up at him but he only looked up front at the road while giving her hand a slight squeeze,assuring her that everything is going to be alright

“We’re here” they stopped at the entrance and Jin got out first.The cameras flashed wildly at the sudden appearance of a good looking man.He went to the other side and opened the door for Hyeju.He held his hand out and Hyeju gladly took his hand

Every reporter took this chance to take pictures of the young heiress.The flashes were endless as Hyeju and Jin walked down the red carpet.Jin held Hyeju’s hand securely in his.His big hand managed to cover half of her small hands.Hyeju flashed her biggest smile for the cameras and they both walked in the venue.

The smell of expensive perfume intoxicated their nose.Shimmering and bright lights blinded their vision.Sounds of clicking heels on the marble floor made them aware of the people walking nearby.Hyeju stood closer to Jin afraid of getting lost although she knew the company like the back of her hand

“Hyeju?” She heard someone call her name and turned around.It was her aunt.She looked gorgeous in her royal blue evening dress with her humble jewellery.She pulled Hyeju in for a brief hug and noticed Hyeju’s hands in Jin “and who is this fine young man?”

“I’m Jin” Jin smiled slightly and shook her head “and may I say that you look stunning tonight”

Hyeju’s aunt giggled a little and nodded in approval “he’s a keeper.I got to go,your uncle is searching for me.Talk to you later honey” Hyeju’s aunt patted her shoulder and gracefully walked away

Hyeju turned to her gaze to the stage and saw her father getting ready to give whatever speech he had prepared.Hyeju sighed softly and grabbed some fruits to munch on as she listened to his speech “want some?” Hyeju fed Jin some strawberries

“...and may I invite my daughter Hyeju?” the spotlights search for Hyeju and landed on her while she was busy feeding Jin and both of them cracking at the lame jokes Jin made

Hyeju blinked in surprised and realised everyone’s attention was on her.She cleared and stood up gracefully,giving a small smile to the watching audience and she walked up the stage.She bowed her head slightly to give acknowledgement to the guests.Hyeju continued to blabber nonsense and clearly,she didn’t know what she was talking about.

Everyone gave the father and daughter a round of warm applause as they finished their speeches “Can I talk to you?” her father pulled her wrist slightly

“What a very calm tone you have my dear father.You were definitely weren’t like that a few days ago” Hyeju smirked

“Mind your manners Ryu Hyeju” her father hissed and they both ended up in a secluded room “I’m giving you my last warning Ryu Hyeju,you come back home and things will be fine”

“And then what? So you can control me,take possession over mom’s will? Take over the company and mess it up? No.I won’t do that.I won’t let you crush down the company mom made with her effort” She gave him a glare,ready to walk out

“I bet you don’t want your lover boy to get hurt would you my dear?” her father let out a small evil laugh

“You don’t dare touch him” she hissed and twisted the doorknob “and another thing,don’t think I don’t know about your affair”

She walked out and left the old man alone.She sighed softly and scanned for Jin in the massive ballroom.She saw him smiling slightly at the girls around him “Sorry girls,I think we have to go” Hyeju linked arms with Jin and smiled apologetically

“Isn’t it a bit early?” Jin glanced at his wrist watch and it was only 9 p.m.

“Yoongi’s performance is at 9.30 p.m.Do you think we can make it?”

“I think so.It’s not that far anyways.Is this supposed to be a surprise?” Jin raised an eyebrow and Hyeju smiled while nodding eagerly

“Of course.Let’s go now.Every moment is precious” She grabbed his hand and made a run for The Underground.As calculated,they managed to arrive at 9.30 p.m and it was fortunate that it wasn’t Yoongi’s turn to perform.Hyeju linked arms with Jin while walking,afraid of falling while walking on heels.It’s been a while since she has worn heels and it felt weird to wear them again

“HEIRESS!” a familiar voice shouted for Hyeju and hissed in annoyance at the nickname.Some heads turned while some were not even bothered by the sudden shout “WOW LOOKING GOOD”

“Shut up Chihoon!” Hyeju shouted back

“oppa for you” Chihoon grinned and ran up to them.Eyeing the couple from top the bottom.Jin was still in his suit,Hyeju was stunning and apparently struggling with her heels “Want some shoes?”

“Nah I’m fine” Hyeju smiled and finally found her balance “want me to hold that for you?” Hyeju referred to Jin’s blazer “it’s a little hot in here”

“Sure,thanks” Jin smiled and took off his blazer,placing it around Hyeju’s shoulder while he rolls up his dress shirt sleeves

Chihoon raised an eyebrow at Hyeju and Jin “I’m not even going to question this obvious but whatever.Want some soda?” Hyeju nodded at Chihoon’s offer “here.It’s on the house today because you look stunning” Chihoon grinned and walked back to the bar

“I think it’s Yoongi’s turn now” Jin nudged towards the stage and both of them managed to squeeze in through the crowds

It wasn’t even hard to spot Jin and Hyeju in the middle of the crowd.Yoongi gave a little wave to Hyeju and started his rap.After the performance,Hyeju and Jin lingered around while waiting for Yoongi when suddenly there was an increase of people,people in suit to be exact

“” Hyeju muttered under her breath and grabbed Jin to get out from the place “we’re gonna sneak out and pass Yoongi,make sure to grab him with you”

“Wait what?”

“Just do as I say” Hyeju hissed “and make it natural”

Jin and Hyeju slipped through the crowds,managed to grab Yoongi –who was busy questioning and groaning in annoyance- they slipped out through the back door and dashed back home –in a car of course- Hyeju sighed and plopped on the couch while Yoongi and Jin stood at the door bewildered.

“What the hell did just happen?” Jin raised an eyebrow

“Can we like shut up for a few seconds? My head is a mess” Hyeju sighed and closed her eyes

Jin and Yoongi just nodded as they made themselves at home.Soon,the boys fell asleep on the couch.Hyeju grabbed some blankets to cover them with and kneeled in front of Yoongi.She brought her hands up to his face and caressed them softly

“I’m so sorry I brought you into this mess” a tear rolled down Hyeju’s cheek and she planted a soft kiss on his forehead “good night”

The next day,Hyeju skipped school.It looked rude of course.She’s the new student only for a few days and she’s already skipping school but she had more important things to solve.She pulled the cap lower to hide her face and pulled her jacket as the cold wind continue to blow.Spring was slowly coming to Seoul after all,after the endless snow storms.After making a few turns while walking and ended up at a secluded street,she arrived at the place she wanted

She looked up at the signboard.A massage parlor it said but it was far from a massage parlor.Hyeju pushed the door open,accompanied with a little squeak.Hyeju let out a few sneezes as the place was too dusty for her own liking.

“Hello?” the place echoed with her voice “Hello?” she attempted again

“Hyeju? Ryu Hyeju? The one Hyungseok said?” a voice asked and Hyeju nodded but then she realised he can’t see her and replied the guy with a yes “take a seat”

Hyeju hesitantly took a seat at the dusty couch.She sighed and looked up as she heard footsteps.There stood a good looking gentleman.He would be in his mid 30s and his tall,lanky build made the suit on his body hug him perfectly.He had skinny legs,too skinny for a guy.Hyeju realised that she stared at the guy for too long and it would look rude

“Your occasion?” he sat in front of Hyeju and crossed his legs

“How rude of you.Let’s start with the formalities shall we? Hyeju,Ryu Hyeju” Hyeju composed herself and crossed her legs although she knew it was rude

The guy let out a little laugh and nodded “Of course.Excuse me for being rude and of course I know you Hyeju.The youngest heiress in history of Korea and apparently the richest teenager in Korea.I’m Kyungho,Jung Kyungho.Nice to meet you” He offered a handshake and Hyeju gladly took it

“I bet you heard of me from Hyungseok” Hyeju stared at the guy

He gave her a slight nod and smiled “Yup,I did and can I compliment on how people educated you?” Kyungho grinned

Hyeju sighed and nodded her head “They did and I should thank them on that.Anyways,that’s not the problem now.I heard you’re good in hacking systems and everything?You know,the dirty and illegal deeds” Hyeju leaned in and lowered her volume

Kyungho smirked,realising the girl is getting into business “Of course we are.We do everything honey and it’s kind of rude to say illegal isn’t it? Call it a little dirty helping.” He leaned in and stared into the girl’s eyes

“Good but I won’t need you to dig into systems for now.I need you to track down someone for me”

“Details?”

Hyeju took out a picture of a woman,in her late 40s from her jacket pocket and slid it over to Kyungho “Song Kyungmi,probably in her late 40s.A few years ago,among insiders,or to be exact,among rich people she was rumoured to be the mistress of Mr Ryu,also known as my father”

“And?”

“I want you to track down whether if she is dead or alive,her past and I’m sure she did have an affair with Mr Ryu.I want to know whether if there is any result from the affair,if you know what I mean”

Kyungho laughed and nodded “Sure and Mr Ryu? No father or dad?”

Hyeju shook her head “As of now,I have no father.When is the earliest I can get news?”

“Probably by the end of the week? I work fast honey,don’t worry.Just focus on school for now.Have fun” Kyungho smiled and sent the girl out

Hyeju sighed and looked back again at the place before slowly walking away.She can’t believe that she’s practically disowning her father,her real father.