61 So It Begins... (1/2)

Slowly the sky began to turn dark and silence began to engulf the night.

After a long day of schedules, Minhyun was office, using his spare time to look over the company prospects.

While his boss was taking care of his papers, Secretary Kim was at his desk, located outside of the CEO office. He was writing some doc.u.ments on the computer while staying aware of the time. Minhyun demanded perfection when it came to schedules and timing and Secretary Kim had to make sure when nine hit, he would be in the office, prepared with the presentation he had to offer.

It would be a lie to say he wasn't nervous. Although Secretary Kim had stayed by his boss's side for years, the boss wouldn't take his work lightly. In Minhyun's eyes, he was like any other worker except he had more trust placed on him. For this, he was thankful.

After all, not everyone had the opportunity to become the secretary of the most successful CEO in Korea.

Finally, a few minutes before nine, Secretary Kim swiftly made his way to the office, knocking on the door like normal.

”Come in.”

Hearing the voice of his superior, he led himself inside and quickly set up the television screen to showcase his PowerPoint.

Minhyun awaited silently with his hands clasped on the table. Only the light from the television and the lamp on his desk brightened the room.

Secretary Kim let out a nervous sigh. Let's hope this goes well.

—-

It did not go well.

By the end of the presentation, Minhyun didn't bother to take a second look at the partic.i.p.ants.

”I reject all of this,” he said before focusing on his work again. Although he had some expectations before the presentation, after looking at the overall picture, Minhyun was certain it wouldn't work.

During the schedule, Secretary Kim had prepared eight different portfolios of individuals with many talents; however, there was no use for any of them but one. There was too much inconsistencies and risks to take. It was not worth the ha.s.sle.

Secretary Kim could understand why. This project could become huge! Of course, although he thought otherwise, Minhyun had more experience in this field and had a keen eye. He had to know why this project was rejected.

But he was too scared to ask. ”Yes sir.”

Minhyun glanced over at his Secretary to see the curious expression on his face. He let out a sigh.

”Most of the people you suggested are useless. Forensic psychologist? Another hacker? Instead of focusing on a lot of people I'd rather take what we have now and invest in them. There is no need for a large group. Although there are untrustworthy persons in our current Intel, the enemies roaming are still within our company so it won't hinder future compet.i.tors.”

Secretary Kim was defeated. What his boss said was true. Surely this whole project was doomed to fail. ”I understand sir.”

Maybe he should just stick with secretary work.

Although he was trying to control his emotions, it was easy to tell that Secretary Kim was quite sad. He wanted to make his superior proud but everything fell down.

Minhyun glanced over, noticing the sorrow behind his companion's gla.s.ses. ”Secretary Kim.”

Surprised by the sudden calling of his name, he looked up. ”Yes?”

”You're work wasn't good enough and lost my complete interest. You understand this.”

”Yes sir.”

”But,” Minhyun began. There was an unfamiliar feeling erupting in his chest. ”Good job. I am glad that you tried to make my workload easier.”

Secretary Kim was about to feint. No he wanted to scream. No. Was he going to dance? Ah. He couldn't believe it! Has his boss complimented him twice in the span of a week. This was absolutely absurd and couldn't believe what was happening. Happiness began to glisten in his eyes.

He was quite embarra.s.sed to have his project rejected, but now he was completely fine.