《Villain Detective is a Chaebol》 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 The doctor said you have to hold on for a long time, until this month or next month. Cough. Daesang Hospital VIP room. A stout old man lying on arge bed slowly rose, then his secretary, who had stopped speaking, osted the old man. Is everyone here? Yes, Chairman-nim. Everyone has gathered. The old man lifted his head with difficulty and looked at his children sitting in front of his hospital bed. Vice Chairman of Daesang Group, President of Daesang Electronics, Chairman of Daesang Department Store, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Daesang Medical. To the old man, they looked like employees of his ownpany rather than his loved ones. However, the old man spat out words that were different from his thoughts. My first son Yongseok-ie, second son Jangsik-ie, fourth daughter Yoonhee, fifth son Goseok-ie, my daughters-inw, and our eldest grandson. Everyone is here. *-ie is a diminutive suffix attached to the end of a person''s name as a sign of closeness and affection. At the old man''s words, everyone began to act despicable The sons wiped away tears that hadn''te out, and the daughter and daughters-inw covered their faces with handkerchiefs that had nothing to wipe. At least the old man thought his eldest grandson was the best. . Without saying anything, he was honestly targeting only what he wanted. Seeing the eldest grandson''s eyes, the old man slowly opened his mouth. I know very well why you all came all the way here. It''s probably because of my inheritance. Father, it''s not like that, we came because we were worried about you. I am sad that even Father says that. We are not interested in that. The old man raised his voice in the heartless shenanigans that followed. How many times have we all gathered like this? The day we all got together. That We gathered often. Even after all of this, our family is strong under the leadership of Father.. Once. Pardon? We got together once. Like this. Seven years ago, the day I was hospitalized for a car ident. The ward became quiet in an instant. The childrens mind were running in their own way, as they thought of what this old parent of their was saying. Yongseok-ie and Yoonhee are stocks, and Jangsik-ie and Goseok-ie are buildings. Father, what is that all of a sudden? These are the things you guys got as birthday presents. Pardon? But now that I''vee to think of it, that''s it. I''ve never received such a gift before. . Except for this letter. The old man nudged out the quilt and pulled out an old letter underneath it. I got it on my birthday after the car ident seven years ago. Pardon? The third Hanseok-ie''s son wrote it. Ha, Hanseok? That guy! As the first son Yongseok''s voice grew louder, the old man firmly cut him off. So my grandson wrote me a birthday letter and that was the only birthday present I ever received. . So I decided. All my inheritance, I''ll give it to him. !!! Everyone looked dumbfounded at the shocking remarks of the old man, but soon came to their senses and jumped up. Father! What nonsense is that! Father, what are you talking about!? Younger brother-inw Hanseok had previously whistle-blowed. Someone who isn''t even family anymore! But you''re giving that guys son an inheritance?! Are you kidding me right now!! The old man quietlyy back in bed at the cries of his family, which were mixed with anger and resentment. No matter what anyone said, the old man had no intention of changing his mind. The old man clutched the letter in one hand and quietly closed his eyes with a smile on his lips. Soon, the old man''s property worth 3 trillion Won will go to the unknown son of the son who was kicked out of the chaebol family. * * * Maybe it''s because he''s senile, so Grandfather haspletely lost his senses. What? A few weekster. The residence of the eldest son, Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok. Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok, his wife, and his son Lee Yongjae were having tea. What do you mean, Son? Lee Yongjae''s mother looked at him with curious eyes. The ident in which Uncle passed away, the culprit was not even caught in the hit and run, but wouldnt someone who had a brain would know who did it? That guy too. Sipping tea, Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok''s wife listened to her son. He wouldnt want to get paid by the people who killed his parents. Hey, how could he refuse that big money? He was kicked out and would probably have a hard time living. Hes going to say no. I know him well. When he was a kid, he couldn''t stand injustice. Lee Yongjae''s eyes were full of conviction. Then his mother put down the teacup with her eyes sparkling. Is that so? Yes, don''t worry. We''ll get the inheritance back. Ho ho ho! Right! As expected of my son! You calcted that, too! Lee Yongjae''s mother''s shrillughter pierced his ears. Then, Lee Yongjae secretly looked at Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok. . Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok quietly savored the tea without any reaction. It meant that he sympathized with what his son Lee Yongjae said. When Lee Yongjae held the teacup with a faint smile, Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok''s secretary rushed into the living room. Vice, Vice Chairman-nim! Why are you making such a fuss? Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok, who had been quietly tilting his teacup, turned his head sharply. The, the inheritance of Chairman-nim. At the secretary''s words, the eyes of Lee Yongjae and his mother also turned to him. He, he epted it. That son of former President Lee Hanseok. What?! He even kowtowed He epted it with great joy. As the secretary lowered his head, Kwang!, Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok set the teacup down with a trembling hand. Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Where is that bastard?! Hey, Lee Hyunsoo! Where are you!! Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Major Crime Investigation Team 1. Team Leader Heo Insung mmed open the office door in a very angry state as usual. Yah, where is that bastard Lee Hyunsoo?! Team, Team Leader-nim. Inspector Lee said he slept on the newspaper over there earlier.. Team Leader Heo Insung''s head turned around at the young police officer''s pointing. Lee Hyunsoo, this crazy bastard. Hey! Wake up! Is this where you sleep after all this work! Office corner. A man grimaced and raised his body at the angry voice of Team Leader Heo Insung. Huh? Our Team Leader Heo, did you go to work already? Innocent or stupid, this guy wasughing like someone who had a screw loose. Inspector Lee Hyunsoo, the Viin Detective of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agencys Violent Investigation Team 1, who once made a name for himself as a handsome detective at the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. But if he''s a detective, then he''s a detective. Why is he a viin? Hey!! My goodness, my ears are going to fall off. Are you still sleepy?!! Team Leader Heo, I have bad eyesight but I have good ears. You can speak softly. Everyone is looking here and there, s, do your job. No big deal. Lee Hyunsoo, who smiled slyly and waved at his colleagues, sat down on a chair in front of the desk. Then, he nced at Team Leader Heo Insung, who was ring at him with a red face, and put one foot on his other knee. Hey, Lee Hyunsoo!!! Ha, really. Team Leader-nim is also very impatient. Why? What''s wrong with you? There were various rumors as to why Lee Hyunsoo''s nickname was Viin. Because he was an idiot who acted without thinking, because he was an idiot who disregarded things like hierarchy, because he was an idiot who didnt look like a public official when he was a police officer. Well, in conclusion, Lee Hyunsoo, the troublemaker for the team members who wanted peace, had no choice but to be a viin. Who told you to send Ji Soobin to the prosecution? Huh! Who? Jisoo? Jasoo? Ji Soobin! You know the drunk driver who came in the day before yesterday! Ah~ That guy. That''s right, that guy! A prosecutor came and said that he would solve it well if I sent him quickly, so I handed him over? What? Prosecutor? Which prosecutor? Lee Hyunsoo waved his hand at Team Leader Heo Insung, whose eyeballs were stained with embarrassment. You won''t even know that. Yeah, even if that''s the case Why the hell did you pass it as an indictment?! Oh well, does my opinion matter? The indictment will be prosecuted anyway. That''s it, Team Leader Heo. Slowly getting up from the chair, Lee Hyunsoo approached Heo Insung with an iprehensible smile. The breath test determined that he was drunk driving, and there is a ck box that records scenes of him talking to himself that he was drunk and hitting a person, isn''t it strange to pass it to the opinion of non-indictment? What? Hey! Right now. Or is it because Ji Soobin, who killed a housewife in her 40s by drunk driving, is the son of the chairman of Jisang Construction? This, this is. Team Leader Heo Insung, who had been shaken by Lee Hyunsoos unstoppable words, averted his eyes. All the team members in the office pretended not to listen, but everyone was paying attention to their conversation more than anyone else. Team Leader Heo Insung, who kept his mouth shut and looked at him, whispered quietly in Lee Hyunsoo''s ear. You know everything, right? I was told to cover up the incident. At the same time, Lee Hyunsoo turned his head and shouted loudly. Of course! Our Team Leader Heo Insung-nim must have been worried that I might have made a mistake, right? Don''t you think so? Our beloved team members! Ah, that''s right. Haha. Team Leader-nim is the only one who thinks about the team members, hahahaha. Awkwardughter filled the office. The atmosphere was already led by Lee Hyunsoo. Team Leader Heo Insung frowned and walked away from Lee Hyunsoo. Then I''m off. After a quick farewell, Lee Hyunsoo left the office, and Team Leader Heo Insung tousled his hair and entered the team leader''s office. When the situation was sorted out, the detectives went back to their jobs. However, a young policeman, who was quietly watching the situation, talked to the female police officer next to him. That, Senior Inspector Shin. May I ask you a question? Although she held a much higher position than him, the policeman sent an earnest look as if he could not hold back his curiosity. Perhaps feeling his gaze, the female police officer answered with a short sigh as she gathered the documents. What are you curious about? No matter how you look at it, it seems that Team Leader Heo Insung-nim is trying to help Ji Soobin, a drunk driving criminal. Why is he doing that? Didn''t you hear? Ji Soobin is the son of the chairman of Jisang Construction. Eh? Hes going to cover it up because hes a son of a real chaebol? It''s not a drama or a movie, that''s too. The deputy chief of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency is a cousin to the chairman of Jisang Construction. Ah. The policeman nodded as if he understood. After that, he quickly thrusts his face into the female police officers space again. Then why is Inspector Lee Hyunsoo-nim like that? If it''s our Deputy Chief-nim, he could be the chief of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Isn''t it dangerous to touch the family of such a person? Hes a viin. Aviin? Inspector Lee Hyunsoo, viin of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s Major Crime Investigation team. A guy who rushes at the perpetrators without hesitation. Well, he''s a viin to some and a hero to others. The policeman''s eyes, who was listening quietly, sparkled with intelligence. Then, looking at the door where Lee Hyunsoo came out, he vowed to be a police officer like that. * * * At that time, at the end of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency corridor. In front of the vending machine, Lee Hyunsoo was leaning against the wall, waiting for coffee. A man came up next to him. You handed over Ji Soobin? A tall man boasting a considerable size, he was Inspector Kim Jinhyuk of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s Major Crime Investigation Team 2. Oh, Inspector Kim Jinhyuk? It''s been a long time. Lee Hyunsoo, who nced at Kim Jinhyuk, took out his coffee and said as if he was not interested. I heard your Team Leader-nim is getting married, and I was worried because he''s an old bachelor, but that''s good. How much should I pay for the congrattory money These days, it''s 50,000 Won if you''re close, and 30,000 Won if you''re not. Don''t change the subject, they said you handed him over within a day of being caught. You know who Ji Soobin is, right? No, why is everyone so curious about Ji Soobin? It seems like everyone ising to ask after Ji Soobin, not me. As Lee Hyunsoo looked at him with innocent eyes and took a sip at his coffee, Kim Jinhyuk let out a sigh. Yeah, since I know you won''t answer anyway, let''s ask one other question. At that time, how did you know that Ji Soobin drove drunk near the construction site there? It was early in the morning, and it was a deserted ce. Did you follow him? Are you aiming for Ji Soobin in the first ce? At Kim Jinhyuk''s words, Lee Hyunsoo smiled and pointed his finger at his head. I''m not following him, I just have a little divine skill. I can see the future scenes in advance. That''s why I knew. Yah, you really should lie in moderation. I''m serious. Ha, yah. Who believes that. If you don''t believe me, why did you ask? Kim Jinhyuk shook his head and touched his forehead. Lee Hyunsoo, if you''re going to keep messing with me. It''s no joke, then I''ll go first because I''m working outside. Waving at Kim Jinhyuk, who was standing with a disapproving expression, Lee Hyunsoo moved further away. In any case, that strong-willed person. * * * It''s true. In front of the police station bench. With coffee in one hand, Lee Hyunsoo swept his hair. His eyes were filled with anxiety as he slowly took a sip of coffee. The ability to see the future, as he told Inspector Kim Jinhyuk of the Investigation Team 2. He really has that ability. Ability to see future events. Only major cases, too. It was about seven years ago that he started seeing scenes from the future. When he graduated from high school and was working as a dayborer at a construction site, for a moment, a scene of an ident that would take ce opposite the site where he worked was yed in his head. At first, he thought it was his wild imagination. But the next day, the ident actually happened. That ident was the death of Hyunsoo''s parents. It was a hit-and-run, and Hyunsoo saw the face of the criminal who killed his parents. But there was no evidence. An intentional hit-and-run. It was a car that rushed in with the intention of killing Hyunsoo''s parents. The perpetrator erased everything that could be evidence in advance. However, Hyunsoo knew the perpetrator''s face. I''m sure it''s one of those guys in the Daesang Group. Because I saw him standing next to them. That was how he came to believe in his abilities. After that, Hyunsoo immediately ran to the police station whenever scenes of the incident shed through his mind. But the answer that always came back was. How can I register when there''s no incident? Don''t mess with me and go back. Uttered by those parrot-like policemen. Hyunsoo, who thought he couldn''t get help from the police, headed directly to the scene of the incident. What''s going to happen is going to happen in the end.. Hyunsoo never stopped the incidents. Rather, he was suspected by the police because he was always a witness to the incidents. Then I''ll catch those bastards. It was the best Hyunsoo could do. It was the only way to catch the hit-and-run criminal who killed his parents, and he couldn''t stay still as the scenes of people dying passed through his mind. He immediately started studying for the college entrance exam and entered the Police Academy. And although he was ate age, he was assigned to the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agencys Major Crime Investigation team with excellent grades. It''s only the beginning. Hyunsoo pressed his lips together and stood up from the bench. And when he was about to turn to the parking lot filled with sunlight, Hyunsoo''s eyebrows frowned. Again. Scenes of the incident began to rey in his head. Semo Motel Youngsoo High School uniform? A student? Hyunsoo quickly took out his notebook and started writing down something. Chapter 3 Chapter 3 It has be a hot topic as it has been revealed that the personal assets amounted to 3 trillion Won of the chairman of Daesang Group, who passed away a few days ago, went to the son of the owner of Daesang Group, who was hidden.. Radio news was ying on a city bus full of people. [The heir is currently doing something that has nothing to do with the management of the Daesang Group, and it is known that his rtionship with the owner family has been long lost, so some specte that he is the son of thete former director Lee Hanseok.] And at the back seat of the bus. Hyunsoo is looking intently at the notes he wrote in his notebook. Jiiing- Jiiing- The cell phone in the pocket of Hyunsoo''s pants rang. Hyunsoo focused more on finding the criminal who he didn''t know than on the phone call from someone he knew. It was a school uniform at Youngsoo High School, and the perpetrators were three male students. The evidence is a cell phone. Jiiing- Jiiing- Hyunsoo sighed and took out his cell phone as it continued to ring. [Team Leader Heo / 3 missed calls] Hyunsoo frowned and pressed the power button on the phone to turn it off. Then he opened the side window. The cool wind brushed Hyunsoo''s face. It seemed to be a little easier to breathe in the crowded bus. Even though Hyunsoo could see future incidents, he could not always stop them. He didn''t know that the scene of his parents'' death would leave in his head, and even the screams of the victims that passed through his head lingered in his ears. Then one day, when he visited the scene of the incident and caught the culprit, Hyunsoo felt a little relieved of guilt. Catching criminals. That was Hyunsoo''s only way to breathe. Hyunsoo, who was once again immersed in old sentiments, took a few deep breaths and exhaled, then looked at the notebook again. One is the leader, and two male students followed him. They''re all in the same ss as the female victim. The scene of the incident that shed in his head was an incident involving students from Youngsoo High School near Seoul City Hall. Hyunsoo recalled that brief but crucial moment once again. * * * Yah, isn''t this a bit strange? Do you think she''s dead? In a small motel room of about 3 pyeong*. A male student who was buttoning up his school uniform touched the arm of a female student lying under his feet. Then another male student next to him put on his jacket and shook his head. Is she going to die just because she drank it? Youre making no sense. No, she could die. It was a voice from behind. Another boy in the same uniform as two male students. What? Eyy No way. People who don''t drink are said to die if they drink too much. Why, there was a lot of news like that in the past. University students go to MT** and die while drinking. Hey, then If she dies! Rather good. A male student leaning against the wall in the back slowly approached. What? Why? There''s no evidence. What we did to her. As he walked, he picked up a cell phone that was standing on a small table. Well, even if she didn''t die, she wouldn''t be able to say anything. Because we have this. Then, with the sound of ding- that could be heard when the video recording ended, he put his phone in his pocket. It''s not our fault that she died from drinking too much. Who told her to be born unable to drink? There is no evidence that we force-fed her. Then that video. Don''t worry, I''ll keep it safe. So listen carefully. The male student approached the other two and put his arms around their shoulders. Even if she dies, it''s never our fault. * * * Hyunsoo, who was pondering the scenes again and outlined the incident, opened his eyes wide. His eyes turned sharp with killing intent. [The next stop is Youngsoo High School.] * * * Chwiik- The bus door opened and Hyunsoo got off. He looked around, holding the notebook tightly in his hand, and started walking. After walking for about five minutes, the crowd began to whisper something. And a lot of people stood around, blocking the front. What their gazes were directed to was a corpseing out of a motel building. The police line was not sagging, and the policemen at the police substation were blocking people. It seemed that the incident had just been discovered. Hyunsoo, who was struggling to pass through the crowd, took out his public official card to the policeman. You can''te in here! Seo, Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Inspector-nim? How can you be here. I need to check something. I''ll go in for a second. After passing the police officers, Hyunsoo immediately headed to the front desk of the motel. Oh my God, howe. The business is going to be ruined. The motel owner, a middle-aged woman, was looking at the situation outside with a worried expression. Should I change the sign, if rumors spread that this is a motel where people died. You''re the owner, right? Pardon? Ah, yes. Who are y? Police, students with the victim, are they out? Do you know when they left? The students who came with her? Ah, I think I saw theme in. The motel owner tilted his head with a puzzled expression. Then, he immediately shook his head. Ah I don''t think I saw them. I came to work a while ago, so the employee who just got off work probably saw them. With Hyunsoo''s firm expression, the motel owner rolled her eyes and continued. Shall I try contact that employee once? He wouldn''t have gone that far. No, show me the CCTV. That''ll be faster. Hyunsoo pointed to the CCTV filming the entrance of the motel. The one that was taken over there. That. Could it be that it can''t record? No, even if it shes a red light It''s fake. Pardon? To save money. I put a fake one on. A sigh of breath escaped from Hyunsoo''s mouth. As expected, there is no easy case. If you look at the scenes of future incidents, you can think that catching the criminal is very easy. The reality, however, is not. After seeing a passing scene, there were times when the suspect was not clearly specified, and even if the suspect was specified, he had to find evidence to prove it. And to catch the missing criminal, he had to run around on his feet like any other detective. He snapped his fingers and scanned the surroundings. An old motel, non-working CCTV, no witnesses, and the perpetrators walked out of the motel leisurely. If only the CCTV had worked properly, he would have known the exact name.. At that moment, Hyunsoo''s gaze turned to the ss motel entrance. Then he immediately moved on. At this distance. Hyunsoo left the motel and went straight to the parking lot. A ck sedan parked not too far from the entrance of the building. Since I''m in a hurry. Hyunsoo, who was alternating between the entrance of the motel and the car, kicked the door of the car with his foot. Ppii- Ppii- Ppii-! The car started beeping loudly. Ppii- Ppii- Ppii-! And not long after, a middle-aged man rushed out of the motel. Hey! What are you doing?! Ah, are you the owner of the car? Thats right! Im the owner of this car! But to do that jerk move to a strangers car Yah! The man who was checking the car door widened his eyes and shouted at Hyun-soo. There''s a scratch! Are you crazy?! Who are you!! Ah, it''s not a big deal. Im just a police passing by. Po, police? The startled man scanned Hyunsoo up and down. I''ll pay for the repairs, so lets take a look at the car''s ck box. I don''t have much time, so hurry up. Yes, huh? ckbox? Perhaps he rushed out of the motel room, but the man wearing a shirt over his underwear looked around in surprise. Why are you so surprised The man seemed quite surprised to respond to a ck box request because of the incident. Hyunsoo, who was looking at the man''s outfit, turned his head into the car. Hyunsoo looked inside the heavily tinted car windows as he almost glued his eyes to the windows. S, Sir! What are you doing! I see. It was a lidless lipstick that fell next to the passenger seat that caught Hyunsoo''s eye as he was glued to the window and looking inside the car. Hyunsoo turned his head toward the man. Are you having an affair? How can I do that! Eyy, don''t be afraid because unfaithfulness in marriage isn''t my responsibility. Hyunsoo, who leaned his shoulder on the car, waved his hand. You see what''s happening here? We''re trying to catch the perpetrators, so let''s cooperate. Then, then bring me a warrant! Pardon? Just because you''re a police doesn''t mean you can take the ck box as you please! I''ll give it to you when you getthe warrant. Hyunsoo let out a short sigh and turned his wrist to check the time. You must have a lot of things you want to hide. But I think it will take too long to get a warrant. Then I can''t give it to you! Without a warrant, the ck box of my privacy. Then 100 million Won. Pardon? An absurd glint escaped the man''s eyes. Looking at it, the ck box quality seems to be very good 100 million Won will be enough. Is, is it okay for police to do this? The man''s eyes trembled, but he didn''t reject Hyunsoo''s proposal. It''s not going to be used as court evidence anyway, I just want to know the faces and names of these criminals.. . Would you like to get 100 million Won and cooperate with a good deed? * * * If you''re going to use such a high-quality ck box, don''t cheat in the car Anyway. Thanks to the middle-aged man who pretended to be worried and quickly epted Hyunsoo''s proposal, Hyunsoo was able to check the screen on the ck box right away. As expected, money is good. It''s solved in one go. Hyunsoo escaped the crowd while looking at the phone picture of the recorded ck box screen. Kim Byunwoo, Shin Hancha I can''t see the other one. As he moved, Hyunsoo erged the name tags of male students on the screen. Luckily, two of the three perpetrators had their name tags stamped correctly on the ck box. Your faces I can see them well. Hyunsoo, who was looking at the photo andparing it with the faces in his memory, called someone. Uh, Police Officer Kim. Please give me a background check. Uh. The name is Kim Byunwoo, Shin Hancha, they are high school students, and from their uniform, I think they go to Youngsoo High School near here. Hyunsoo, who continued to speak, frowned for a moment. I''m sure the uniform is. Wait a minute. Hyunsoo, who took his cell phone off his ear, went back into the photo album and checked the perpetrators who were taken in the ck box. This uniform. Hyunsoo opened his eyes wide and quickly turned his head. No way. Hyunsoo strode across the crosswalk. A theory shed through his mind. The criminal always returns to the scene. Moreover, if they are immature teenagers. Hyunsoo''s gaze turned to the other side. At the end of that gaze, two male students were standing wearing the same school uniform as the female victim. Hyunsoo approached them and grabbed one of them by the shoulder. Got ya, you bastards.__________ *Pyeong is a Korean unit of area and floorspace. **Membership Training (MT) is an event held among university students in South Korea. These eventsst roughly two days and are considered a free-form training session, where students spend time socializing with peers in the same academic majors or clubs, often at a remote location. Chapter 4 Chapter 4 The door to the interrogation room opened, and Hyunsoo entered with a bright expression. Hi? You are Student Kim Byunwoo? The male student who raised his head suddenly began to howl at his brisk appearance. I, I didn''t know! I went because the guys told me to follow them. I, I didn''t even know who she was! I didn''t know anything! It''s real! . And then the silence. Soon after, Hyunsoo started to p along with his impressed eyes. Wow, I really like this attitude. Cooperative and willing to say anything. Student Byunwoo, do you feel good? I like it! Kim Byunwoo, who was puzzled by Hyunsoo''s excessive praise, secretly looked around and began to smile after Hyunsoo. Ahhaha, I listen to the teacher very well. Ah, that''s right. I heard that Student Byunwoo studies a lot, too. Oh, but what do you do when youre caught up in this, your life is going to get pretty messed up. At his words, Kim Byunwoo lowered his head. Ha You''ve been working really hard up until now. One mistake this time. Hyunsoo''s eyebrows frowned for an instant, but Kim Byunwoo didn''t notice it. But Student Byunwoo, why did youe back to the motel? With another friend. At Hyunsoo''s words, Kim Byunwoo gulped and raised his head again. * * * A few hours ago. Kim Byunwooy on the sofa at home and recalled what happened a while ago. The initial n was the idea of Park Seokhyun, the leader of the group he was ying with. Park Seokhyun made a ridiculous proposal to make memories from his school days. At first, he thought that he was crazy, but with Park Seokhyun''s continued persuasion, Kim Byunwoo thought that a terrible crime could be wrapped in the name of memories. And the target automatically went to the weakest they knew. A girl who was the prettiest girl in the ss, but because of her bad family situation, she was harassed even during the school year and was shunned by the teachers. He thought it wouldn''t be a problem. Until the call came from another friend whomitted the crime with Park Seokhyun and Kim Byunwoo. -Yah, I think were f*cked? What are you talking about? -There are a lot of people in front of the Semo Motel right now. Something''s wrong. What?! Kim Byunwoo immediately called his friend to go to the front of the motel. And watching the situation flow, he grabbed his friend''s shoulder. Yah, let''s pretend we didn''t know. What are you talking about? You want to tell the cops everything? There are so many people here, how can the police investigate? Theyre going to go through everything, but what if our hair actuallyes out?! Ha, f*ck I really didnt know!! When his friend pulled his hair, Kim Byunwoo grabbed him by the shoulder. So let''s say it was all done by Park Seokhyun. This sh*t was that bastard''s n in the first ce! Yah, then will Park Seokhyun leave us alone? With his personality, where will we be if we me him! Huh?! If we have criminal records, Park Seokhyun is not a problem. Let''s say that Park Seokhyun made us do it, and we have to say that we did it wrong. That''s not gonna work! We''re high school students! There''s something like that. First-time offender, and young! Take it easy! Aren''t you going to do something like that? Sh*t. Park Seokhyun won''t be investigated anyway. That bastard''s family is so rich. His friend''s frowning eyes widened. Kim Byunwoo''s words were tempting. Whenmitting a crime, they shared more joy than blood brothers, but in less than a day, they became enemies using each other. If the two of us agree, no one will know. No, there is nothing to match. Because he really did everything. * * * Im going toturn myself in. Turn yourself in? Hyun-soo''s eyes narrowed at Kim Byunwoo''s words. Turn themselves in, a word that did not go well with these guys. He didn''t know if there was any ulterior motive. How did you decide to turn yourself in? Out of guilt. I never meant to! All because Park Seokhyun told me to. Who? Its Park Seokhyun. He, he he made me do everything. Hyunsoo nodded quietly. It was an unexpected confession, but thanks to the division between the perpetrators, there seemed to be no chance of missing the perpetrators. As Hyunsoo smiled softly at Kim Byunwoo, his words continued. We really didn''t know! Ask the other kids too! It''s all because of him! * * * Park Seokhyun. Hyun-soo immediately investigated the identity of Park Seokhyun. Then, in the scene that passed by in his head, when the face of the guy who led the crime and the face of Park Seokhyun matched, his eyebrows wrinkled. Park Seokhyun, the son of the head of Hoseon District, Seoul City? Hyunsoo''s head turned at the unfamiliar voice. The protagonist of the voice was Police Officer Kim, the youngest member of the Major Crime Investigation Team 1. Ah, salute*! Team Leader Heo told me to stay with Inspector-nim no matter what. I''m sorry if you were concentrating. Team Leader Heo did? Yes! I respect Inspector Lee, and I just became a police officer, so I thought you seem to be the one who can help me learn this job really well, so I readily replied that I would do that. Im sorry. Looking into the eyes of Police Officer Kim, who was armed with respect, Hyunsoo shook his hand and pulled the chair. Nah, you don''t have to be sorry. Sit down. Yes, thank you. But why are you looking for the son of the head of the district? Could it be that one of the perpetrators who killed the female student at the motel. Hyunsoo nodded. That''s right. The son of the head of the district, Park Seokhyun. Wow. Police Officer Kim looked at Hyunsoo, who casually looked at the monitor, and thought he was at least the coolest person in the Police Agency. He handed over the son of the chairman of the constructionpany to the prosecution as a judgment for indictment, and this time it is the son of the head of the district. But, of course, it didn''t seem easy. But is it possible? Of course, Inspector-nim is excellent, but the head of the district cannot just give up his son, and the power of the head of the district will be formidable. It won''t be easy. Is there any other way? Police Officer Kim sent Hyunsoo a look full of anticipation. And Hyunsoo stared at those eyes and shattered them brutally. No, of course not. Pardon? Hyunsoo jumped up, leaving Police Officer Kim, who was stained with embarrassment, behind. Where, where are you going? Catching Park Seokhyun. Pardon? Al, already? Did Police Officer Kim just say that? I think you even said you respect me, right? Police Officer Kim quickly stood up and strained his body. Yes, that''s right! I respect Inspector Lee Hyunsoo-nim! But why is that? All right, so instead of following me unnecessarily, you look for evidence. You can do it, right? Police Officer Kim''s eyes widened. M, me? * * * Who? The son of the head of Hoseon District, Park Seokhyun. After a while, the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s Major Crime Investigation Team 1 went wild. Thanks to Lee Hyunsoo, who rushed to ask about the case from somewhere else, high school students were arrested as suspects, and even one of the suspects was the son of the head of the district. A case that was sure to be a prey for reporters even if a little time passed. Detectives did their best to scrutinize the case so as not to be med. Of course, the one who found the situation hard toprehend the most was Heo Insung, the team leader of the Major Crime Investigation Team 1. On the roof of the police station, Team Leader Heo Insung opened his mouth, spitting out the cigarette he was smoking. Ha. Lee Hyunsoo, what the hell is wrong with that bastard. Even if he really knows and provokes them, the batting average wont be this good! How can he pinpoint and find out, first the son of Jisang Construction, and now the son of the head of the district!? The two sons cause a lot of trouble. It''s probably a coincidence. Ah My brain. When Team Leader Heo Insung grabbed his head, Inspector Kim Jinhyuk of Major Crime Investigation Team 2, who was standing next to him, quietly closed the distance. What would you like to do? Would you like to hand this case over to our team? I want to hand it over, but Lee Hyunsoo, that guy won''t stay still. Or just take your hands off. What? Inspector Lee Hyunsoo, even in the case of Ji Soobin, son of Jisang Construction, seemed to know the connection between Jisang Construction and Team Leader-nim. I can''t be sure that he doesn''t know this time, so I think it''s better to let the head of the districts side take care of it in the first ce. I still got something, how can I stay still. The victim is dead. Park Seokhyun, moreover, gave the victim alcohol and sexually assaulted her. I don''t know if the murder charge will be recognized, but sexual assault alone is already a crime for high school students, so it is a case that could be a big issue. Team Leader Heo Insung looked at Inspector Kim Jinhyuk with a troubled face. But the agony wouldn''t be long. Inspector Kim Jinhyuk''s words were right. It would be good for us to stay quiet. Ha, f*ck. Should I let them know though? Team Leader Heo Insung picked up his phone with a very unwilling expression. * * * At that time. In front of a luxury vi in Hoseon District. Park Seokhyun, leaning on a luxurious red sports car, was looking at his cell phone nervously. Why can''t I get in touch with these bastards! Damn, why are people gathering in front of the motel!! Park Seokhyun was not yet aware that the victim was found dead. What the hell is going on!! He reached out to his friends, sweating. However, those calls couldnt get through. It was then when Park Seokhyun opened the sports car door, hoping that it would not work like this. Aiya, is this your car? A man ran his hand over the car and approached Park Seokhyun. It was Hyunsoo. I know there aren''t many of these in Korea. Well, I can''t buy it because I don''t have enough mone No, its enough now. But I cant obtain it now, right? Ah, this is the first time I''ve been envious of a brat. Wh, what? You. But I guess Head of the District-nim made quite a big business back then? Buy his son a car like this. Who, who are you? Park Seokhyun was very wary and closed the car door. Then, he quickly scanned Hyunsoo up and down. A cheap jumper and worn jeans. And if this person knew his identity. There was only one ss. But what''s the point of a high school student having a car? You can''t even drive. You''re a reporter, right? Huh?! Do you know where this ce! When Park Seokhyun, full of confidence, raised his voice, Hyunsoo shook his head lightly. I''m not a reporter. But you don''t do illegal racing on the road at night without a driver''s license, right? Huh, what? If you''re not a reporter, who are you?! Who are you! Me? Police. Po, police? Why is a police. Park Seokhyun''s eyes rolled. Then dont tell me His eyes widened in disbelief. Yeah, that''s why I''m here. An urgent arrest. Ar, arrest? There''s a time limit because there''s no warrant, but. Yeah, arrest. How, how dare the police arrest me! Park Seokhyun, holding his cell phone tightly in one hand, shouted at Hyunsoo as he approached. I mean, who do you think you are and acting so confident? What? What do you mean. Hyunsoo pushed his cell phone into Park Seokhyun''s face. On the screen, the name and phone number of the Reporter of Hansang Daily were written. If this person knows who you are, what happens? And if he know why I''m here, it''ll be a lot of fun, right? Park Seokhyun''s mind ran fast. Then, he shut his mouth as if he understood Hyunsoo''s meaning. At any rate, I only learned bad things. Are, are you really a police? You''re not a gangster?! Right, police. I''ll show you my IDter. But how can the police threaten! So you can threaten the police because your father is the head of the district? . Private talk is long. Let''s go because we don''t have time. Hyunsoo pushed Park Seokhyeon''s shoulder and opened the driver''s door of the sports car. Why, why do you open it?! I came here by bus. We''re going together anyway, so let''s ride this. I really wanted to ride this. Park Seokhyun, who let out an absurd sigh, reluctantly handed over the key. Then, with a smile, Hyunsoo quickly got into the driver''s seat. This uncle can drive, right? __________ * (chungseong) means loyalty, devotion. is used by police officers when saluting. Chapter 5 Chapter 5 What, what are you talking about! Who makes whom die?!! Office of the Head of Hoseon District, Seoul City. The head of the district, who was on the phone with his secretary, was very angry. Such an idiot! That''s why I told him not to cause any problems and end it in moderation! Call Kim right now! The head of the district, who put down the extension phone as if it was going to break with a Bang!, touched his forehead. I have a son, but he not only doesnt help me, but he also holds his father back! After a while. Did you just tell the truth without hiding anything? Student Park Seokhyun, you should know that I''m on your side. If you lied andter found out. In the office of the head of the district, the angry head of the district and awyer were sitting face to face. Thewyer was talking to Park Seokhyun, who had already gone to the police station on speakerphone with a cell phone in one hand. You said no one else could hear you, right? -I''m in the police station parking lot. I''m on the phone by myself because they gave me a moment to talk. Anyway, that''s all you said, right? -F*ck, that''s all! How many times have I told you! Park Seokhyun!! Raising his voice, the head of the district hit the table with a Bang! If you''re a student, you should''ve studied like a student. How can you raise your voice when you''ve taken such a video? Perhaps he could feel his fathers anger over the phone, Park Seokhyun''s voice, which had been silent for a while, came out carefully. -That''s all I just said, nothing more. And it was a girl who lived in a mountain vige anyway. Ah, but I''m sure I cleaned it up! Because the people I called friends blew it away Sh*t. Such bad luck. It was a phone call, but they could tell that his attitude was beyond imagination. A voice that was far too brazen to be a student who just killed a person. Hearing those words made him feel ufortable, but thewyer holding the phone spat out the words casually. Student Park Seokhyun. -What? I''m going to the Metropolitan Police Agency soon. So don''t say anything and wait. And the cell phone with the video that you mentioned earlier Where did you hide it? * * * At that time Hyunsoo, who left Park Seokhyun in the care of another police officer, was walking down the hallway of the Metropolitan Police Agency. The police arew-abiding people, but unlike the judge, they are the ones who run directly onto the scene. That was why it was more important to figure out the strategy to be drawn by the opponent rather than the strategy of the allies. Based on the scene of the incident and the memories I saw at the scene. The motel CCTV was fake, and the nearest CCTV was a building more than 2km away. Even if he found Park Seokhyun on CCTV, it could be difficult to prove that he was Park Seokhyun if he was wearing a hat. However, he cannot deny the crime in the first ce. Two of Park Seokhyun''s friends were caught, and at the same time, they said Park Seokhyun''s name. Furthermore, if Park Seokhyun''s body hair came out of the motel room where the victim died, the credibility of Park Seokhyun''s words would decrease from then on. There''s only one point. Park Seokhyun would admit to the crime. However, the important thing was how and to what extent did he admit it. The strategy that can be nned by the head of the districts side is. Admitting sexual assault, but not intentional murder of the female student. It was the cleanest and most stable way to receive a small sentence. The perpetrators ran away after drinking and raping the victim. However, Hyunsoo was sure that that guy, Park Seokhyun, knew that the victim would die. The reason was. Because I''ve seen it. Hyunsoo stopped walking and turned around. The sign in front of him was Major Crime Investigation Team 1. Hyunsoo opened the door. Park Seokhyun was charged with murder as well as sexual assault. What was important here was the intentionality of the murder, and he needed evidence to prove it. And there was one thing that could prove it. Cell phone. The only evidence of intentionality in the murder. Hyunsoo, who was walking slowly, stopped at the seat where Police Officer Kim was sitting. Then, Police Officer Kim jumped up and spoke in a bright voice. I found it, Inspector-nim! Police Officer Kim''s monitor showed a satellite map of a park located outside Hoseon District. It''s close to Park Seokhyun''s home address, and it''s the only ce that''s good to throw something away and hide in a short time! Hyunsoo smiled as he looked at the map. All right, let''s go. And when he was turning towards the door. Wait. Team Leader Heo Insung entered the office and blocked Hyunsoo. Hey, Lee Hyunsoo. Let me ask you one thing. What do you want to ask? It''s weird no matter how much I think about it. So what is it, Team Leader-nim? Its Park Seokhyun, even if the other two perpetrators confessed, how did you know the faces of the other two? Pardon? The bewildered Hyunsoo''s eyes widened. As soon as you left the motel, you caught Kim Byunwoo and another perpetrator. They are students at Youngsoo High School, so they must have been there, but how did you know their faces? That. The other day too, Ji Soobin, the son of the chairman of Jisang Construction, drunk driving. Are you doing a target investigation? Team Leader Heo Insung continued to look suspicious. The reason Hyunsoo was able to know the faces of the perpetrators was because of his ability to see future incidents. However, he couldn''t tell Heo Insung the truth. He would only be treated like a madman anyway. I don''t have time. Team Leader Heo Insung, who certainly won''t believe in the truth, would catch Hyunsoo and wouldnt let him leave, and if so, he might miss the opportunity to catch evidence. Hyunsoo, who slowly loosened his stiff face, said with a rxed smile. What do you mean, target investigation I found out by checking the ck box of a nearby car. Okay? When Heo Insung, the team leader, looked embarrassed by his confident tone, Hyun-soo quickly raised his hand and took a salute posture. Then I''m off to find important evidence now. I''ll be on my way now. Salute! * * * In any case, Team Leader Heo Insung, hes trying hard to make a storm in a teacup and criticize me. Momentster, Hyunsoo, who was behind the wheel, was running on the outskirts of Hoseon District. Screechhh- Hyunsoo''s car stopped with the sound of the brakes. It was a ce with small hills and parks. When Hyunsoo got out of the car, Police Officer Kim, who was in the passenger seat, followed him. Police Officer Kim, who had been instructed to find only the ce, did not know why he hade there. Hyunsoo, who put his hand on his shoulder, pointed to a tree to his left. Now, Police Officer Kim. From that tree over there to the end of the green over~ there, youre going to search all over. Pardon? What Police Officer Kim needs to find is Park Seokhyun''s cell phone. You can do it, right? Don''t expect support from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, because Team Leader Heo will probably stop it. YesEh? Looking at Police Officer Kims widened eyes, Hyunsoo continued. It may take some time to track down the carrier because we need a warrant. Support from the station Team Leader-nim and the head of the district are quite close, so it won''t work. N, no, but why Park Seokhyun''s cell phone? Is that an important piece of evidence in the case? Uh, these scumbags recorded a video of the victim being raped. And. Hyunsoo turned his head and looked at the park. Park Seokhyun, who was walking out with his cell phone recording turned on, said thest words he uttered. I must find his cell phone. Hyunsoo turned to Police Officer Kim again. Anyway, it''s the most important piece of evidence in this case. But if that''s the case would he not have erased it? We can do forensics. Ah. Don''t worry, you''ll find it soon. He probably couldn''t bury it deep because he was running out of time. But is it really here? It''s not all about deleting cell phone records, if he hides it close, he can find it, and this is the only ce where he can hide it so that it can''t be found in a short time. Police Officer Kim found it himself, so believe in yourself. Hyunsoo smiled at Police Officer Kim and patted him on the back. Don''t worry too much, people wille to help you in a little while. Pardon? People will Who are they? The station won''t provide support. Hyunsoo shrugged his shoulders as Police Officer Kim looked up. I spent some money. Isn''t it faster to search with a group than to search alone? What money. At that time, three or four vans came in along the road where Hyunsoo''s car came in, and more than 10 men began to get off. Is it here?! You''re looking for a cell phone? Yah! Search everything! Find it as fast as possible! Yes, then please take care of it. The man, who appeared to be the leader of the group, bowed to Hyunsoo and began to move busily with the men. In, Inspector-nim Who are these people? Did you win the lottery? Huh? No, it must have cost a lot of money to call so many people.. Hyunsoo patted the shoulder of the embarrassed Police Officer Kim and got into the car. Police Officer Kim, don''t worry about anything else, and focus on the phone! N, no, Inspector-nim! Then I''ll go, so call me as soon as you find the phone! * * * A chilly windy evening. Hyunsoo, who had returned from the outskirts, entered the Police Agency, adjusting his cor to the unusually cold air. At that time. Where are you going in such a hurry? Inspector Lee Hyunsoo Right? A middle-aged man and a smartly dressed young man blocked Hyunsoo''s way. They were the head of the district and Park Seokhyunswyer. Goodness, did Head of the District-nime to the station in person? That''s a big deal. No big deal. My son did something wrong so his parents shoulde along. Something wrong? Are you admitting already, his wrongdoings? Although it was their first meeting, there was tension between the two. But politicians are politicians. At Hyunsoo''s provocation, the head of the district smiled even brighter. Hahaha, you are a very witty man, Inspector Lee Hyunsoo. The head of the district thought of Hyunsoo as a young man full of spirit. Just mere police, but nothing could be done with that spirit. Of course, he was confident that if that bravado hurt his son, he would step on Hyunsoo so that he wouldn''t wriggle again. And thewyer was standing by him. Hyunsoo''s eyes were on him. Who are you? Im Park Seokhyun-guns*wyer. Here is my business card, please talk to me. [Daesang Law Firm / Lawyer Baek Jin] Oh, Daesang Law Firm. You''re from a famous ce. Head of the District-nim must have spent some money, huh? Hyunsoo wriggled his eyebrows and looked at the head of the district. Have you ever seen a parent save money on their kids? Ill take full responsibility for what he did wrong. How big of a mistake did you bring in awyer from the Daesang Law Firm? Look here, Inspector Lee Hyunsoo. I''ve been listening to you twisting things since before, but if you keep doing that, it''s defamation of reputation! I''ll take care of it, Head of the District-nim. Lawyer Baek Jin stopped the head of the district. The ce where they were standing was the police station, they were in the enemy camp. They had to be careful with their words. Wow, as expected, money doesn''t lie. Thewyer from Daesang Law Firm is different no matter what. Hit and run is an art. Hyunsoo pped while looking at Lawyer Baek Jin. Lawyer Baek Jin belonged to Daesang Law Firm, and Daesang Law Firm was the number 1w firm in the industry. They were monsters who made victory the truth, not truth the victory. On the other hand, thewyer was also disconcerted by Hyunsoo. A mere detective, yet. Moreover, Hyunsoo was sarcastic even though he knew that he was awyer at the Daesang Law Firm. This detective was either an idiot or a lunatic, was what he thought. Hyunsoo, looking at the gold-rimmed business card he received from thewyer, was still babbling. Lawyer Baek Jin said quietly. Don''t make such a big deal out of it, Detective-nim, and let''s go in together. Ah~ It''s not a big deal? Lawyer Baek Jin, who took a step closer to Hyunsoo, continued. The public isn''t stupid these days. No matter how much a politician''s son he is, they dont bite carelessly and thoughtlessly. . Looking at it, apart from the testimony of his friends, there was no evidence that Park Seokhyun-gunmitted the crime. There is no trace of Park Seokhyun-gun on the CCTV within 2 kilometers, and it is not enough to prove that Park Seokhyun-gun was at the scene of the crime. That''s because the National Forensic Service is still examining evidence of the motel room. Even so, the police should not be reckless inmunicating with reporters. By taking the honor of a public figure hostage like this. Honor of a public figure Pft! Hyunsoo blocked theughter that erupted from his mouth with his hand. The atmosphere became cold in an instant. Hyunsoo, who was looking at Lawyer Baek''s fierce eyes, hurriedly shook his hand. Ah ah, I''m sorry Iughed. Good, honor of a public figure. It''s very good. Hyunsoo put the business card in his crumpled pocket and pointed to the hallway with his hand. Then let''s go. As you said before, let''s be responsible for what Park Seokhyun-gun did wrong. __________ *Gun (, ) is used moderately in formal asions (such as weddings), for young, unmarried males. Gun is also used to address young boys by an adult. Chapter 6 Chapter 6 The tea tastes very good. The office of the team leader of Seoul Police Agencys Major Crime Investigation Team 1. Team Leader Heo Insung, who was sitting on the sofa, was very ready to die. This was because the head of the district was sitting in front of him. Ahaha, yes. Head of the District-nim came so I especially brought out a very precious tea. As soon as Lawyer Baek Jin headed to the interrogation room where Park Seokhyun was located with Hyunsoo, the head of the district headed straight to Team Leader Heo Insung. The aim was one. His son, Park Seokhyun. Team Leader Heo Insung was also aware of this. You even serve me precious tea, as expected I have a good eye for people. Team Leader Heo knows I really care about you, right? Haha, thank you. Head of the District-nim. Team Leader Heo Insung lowered his head. After taking a sip of tea, the head of the district slowly turned his head. Team Leader Heo, You know why I''m here. . My son. If the evidencees out, you yourself. Team Leader Heo Insung swallowed his saliva. The head of the district and he had a win-win rtionship. If Team Leader Heo Insung covered up the crime of the head of the district, the head of the district would be responsible for the promotion of Team Leader Heo. It was a rtionship that helped each other illegally, and they were tightly bound by interests that could not be recklessly disclosed. Head, Head of the District-nim That. Whats the matter? But this time it was different. As Inspector Kim Jinhyuk of the Major Crime Investigation Team 2 said, it was too dangerous. A minor sexually assaulted a ssmate, and the victim died. It was a case of great repercussions, and it was clear that if it was covered, there would be a bigger impact. And the repercussions would hit Team Leader Heo Insung. I can''t help you this time. What?!! When the head of the district shouted, Heo Insung quickly bent down. Im, Im sorry! However, Team Leader Heo Insung did not want to turn his back on the head of the district. Park Seokhyun''s case was certain to be prosecuted, but the trial was unknown. If the head of the district used his power well, he might escape with a suspended sentence even if he was indicted. And if that happened, the head of the district would return to the political arena even if he suffered a little damage. Team Leader Heo Insung was afraid of that. He had neither the power to turn his backpletely and face the aftermath of the head of the district nor the power to receive criticism from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency for not turning his back. Therefore, even though it was pathetic, Team Leader Heo Insung had no choice but to y both sides vaguely. Im, Im really sorry. Look, you cant do that! How much did I help Team Leader Heo!! Im, Im sorry. But, but I''ll talk to Inspector Lee Hyunsoo so that he won''t be able to put in his indictment! The head of the district leapt to his feet. There was no more time to waste here. The case would go to the prosecution. The only way to save his son was to use his hand at the prosecution. When the head of the district left the team leader''s office with a Bang!, Team Leader Heo Insung grabbed his hair with both hands. Haa, sh*t. * * * He is used of viting the Special Act on Cases of Sexual Violence and Murder. Interrogation room. Hyunsoo, Lawyer Baek Jin, and Park Seokhyun sat face-to-face across the table. The murder charges are pretty high, so maybe. As Hyunsoo continued, Lawyer Baek Jinughed. Detective-nim, you''re going out of your mind. What murder? That''s not true. How are you going to prove the murder charges? That''s because Park Seokhyun-gun. Lawyer Baek Jin shook his hand and cut Hyunsoo off. Yes, let''s say that sexual assault is a mistake that children made while drinking with their young hearts. But did Student Park Seokhyun leave the motel knowing that the victim would die? No, he never thought she would die. Isn''t it nonsense that the murder charge applies? Didn''t even think about it? Hyunsoo''s eyes turned to Park Seokhyun. Then, Park Seokhyun, who hurriedly lowered his head, began to cry. Im, Im sorry. I identally N, no! I was wrong! In a fit of rage after drinking I don''t know if it''s because I''m still in puberty, but I can''t control my emotions well Im sorry, Im really sorry. This was, well, Baeksang Arts Awards* Grand Prize-level acting. However, Hyunsoo saw Park Seokhyun''s devilish naked face. The scene where hemitted a crime to the powerless female student and left happily. Youre sorry Come now. Look, isn''t Park Seokhyun-gun sincerely reflecting on himself? I mean, it''s ridiculous that the murder charges. Hyunsoo stared at Park Seokhyun quietly at Lawyer Baek Jin''s desperate defense. No matter how much they pretended not to be, there was another reason why they shamelessly put on such an act. Then let''s take a look at the phone. . ! Lawyer Baek Jin only closed his mouth at Hyunsoo''s words, but showed no reaction. However, Park Seokhyun''s expression hardened for a moment. Hyun-soo, who did not miss it, continued to talk to him. As far as I know, there''s one more cell phone besides the one you submitted as evidence? What, whats that. Did you lose it? Where did you lose it? If you tell me, I can find it for you. That. Do you just hand it over to the prosecution as an indictment? Then Detective-nim would befortable too. Lawyer Baek Jin blocked Park Seokhyun''s words and rushed in. He was awyer at Daesang Law Firm. Befitting aw firm that was a subsidiary of a conglomerate, it was aw firm that boasted the current best winning rate and was filled with seniors who could receive privileges from former officials. Almost all prosecutors were thiswyers seniors and juniors. That was why Hyunsoo had to find and hand over the evidence for sure. Otherwise, if the case was passed to the prosecution, it was clear that it would end in vain with only a small sentence. Detective-nim, let''s make it easy for each other. This happened just because the indictment doesn''t matter, so if you hand it over to the prosecution. Evidence was needed to tie their ankles firmly. Just then, Hyunsoo''s cell phone rang. There was only one reason for a call now. Hyunsoo answered the phone right away. Excuse me for a second. Hello? -Inspector-nim! This is Police Officer Kim. I found the cell phone! Already? -Yes! I''ll request forensics right away. All right, good job. When Hyunsoo put down his cell phone, Lawyer Baek Jin opened his mouth. Have you found something? And in a moment, the atmosphere was down and everyone was silent. Lawyer Baek Jin''s grim expression caught Hyunsoo''s eyes. You seem busy. Go ahead, Detective-nim. Lawyer Baek Jin''s smile seemed brighter than before. It was evident that there was an ulterior motive somewhere. Looking at his face like that, Hyunsoo smiled. Thank you for caring about me. I''ll be back as soon as I can. * * * Hyunsoo was heading to the analysis room where forensic tests of the found cell phone were underway. I found the evidence, and yet he''sughing. The evidence was found, and the case seemed to be unraveling smoothly. No, it was rather strange that the case seemed to be working out so well. Moreover, the guy who was Park Seokhyun''swyer was strangely confident. As if I fell into the trap that they made. One corner of Hyunsoo''s mouth went up. He deserves to remain in Daesang Law Firm. For some reason, he feel like he could clearly see into Lawyer Baek Jin''s head. Hyunsoo, whose eyebrows were twitching, stopped walking. I''ll have to check though. Then he turned around and started walking in the opposite direction. The room he arrived at was the office of the team leader of the Major Crime Investigation team. Why aren''t you doing anything? When the door burst open, Team Leader Heo Insung, who was putting his legs on the desk, flinched and turned his head. You bastardes into the team leader''s office, but you don''t even knock! Knock knock, satisfied? Ha, you cheeky What? What''s wrong with you? Im unruly here and there, but this time youre especially quiet about it. As Hyunsoo plopped down on the sofa, Team Leader Heo Insung said, turning over the documents that had been unfolded for no reason. I''m busy, too. Do you think I''m following you around? Lee Hyunsoo, wake up, I''m the team leader of the Major Crime Investigation team. When Ji Soobin, the son of the chairman of Jisang Construction, was arrested, you ran wild. You interfered with everything I did, and threatened the team members not to help me. When did I threaten! Did Inspector Kim Jinhyuk of the Major Crime Investigation Team 2 say that? What? It''s dangerous anyway, so let''s leave quietly this time? This, this is really It was obvious. There were things that came naturally after working in the same team for several years. Heo Insung, the team leader of the Major Crime Investigation Team 1, and Inspector Kim Jinhyuk of Team 2, were close. And the two of them covered up the crimes of big shots and made collusive corruption. I see you''re angry. It''s a video if you don''t watch it. Yah! Lee Hyunsoo, do you really want to cross the line?! Team Leader-nim, do you not know who the head of the district is? What? Hes not going to stay still. You might think that he looks a little rough because he came up from a bad ce, but you know. The head of the district, rumors say he has a pretty close rtionship with gangsters. Team Leader Heo Insungs gaze shook sharply. The head of the district already thought he had turned his back on him. Then he would definitely. He will retaliate. So there was only one way left. If you want to turn your back, you have to turn itpletely. If you turn it vaguely, hurk**! You know, right? Topletely knock the head of the district down. It would be fatal for a politician whose reputation was vital to the media by revealing all of Park Seokhyun''s crimes. Team Leader Heo Insung, who was quietly licking his dry lips, looked at Hyunsoo. But are you not afraid? To casually touch such a persons family? That''s why you have to do it neatly. You wont get hurt that way. Hyunsoo got up from the sofa. First, please apply for a warrant for Park Seokhyun''s arrest. It''s an emergency arrest, so if you don''t get it within 48 hours, we''ll have to release him. Arrest warrant? I would do it, but it would be rejected. You know that the power of the head of the district is stronger than you think. I know, so you have to do one more thing. Hyunsoo got up from the sofa and stood in front of Team Leader Heo Insung. One more? What? Hyunsoo smiled at Team Leader Heo Insung, who opened his eyes wide. __________ *The Baeksang Arts Awards are awards for excellence in film, television and theatre in South Korea. They are regarded as one of the most prestigious entertainment awards in South Korea. **Im not sure how to transcript this sound, but generally, this sound is made when you want to describe that someone may die. You know, you use your hand or finger, bring it to your throat, and move horizontally as if your throat is sliced??? Chapter 7 Chapter 7 At that time, the parking lot of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Inside the heavily tinted sedan, Lawyer Baek Jin, who was in charge of defending Park Seokhyun, was sitting. Anyway, you have to know that those cops are stupid. -Did you say Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency? Major Crime Investigation Team 1? He was browsing the Park Seokhyun case on a tablet PC while talking to a fellowwyer. Uh. Is it Lee Hyunsoo or Cheolsoo? I don''t know. Hes a strange inspector. He thinks he''s smart by himself but I don''t think so. It was such a sight. -Ah, Inspector Lee Hyunsoo? That viin of the Seoul Police Agency? What viin, if the viin is that stupid, would the protagonist be willing to kill the viin? Lawyer Baek Jin had a mean smile on his face, closed the tablet PC, and continued. Well, it''s nice andfortable for me. Anyway, I think I''ll gofortably this time thanks to a pushover. -Isn''t it confirmed that it goes to the prosecution? Moreover, it seemed like it would explode in the media. Can you rx? Don''t you know what kind of person the head of Hoseon District is? If it''s that person, ourw firm will try to help. Actually, they''d appreciate it if we could just move on to the prosecution. There are many prosecutors lined up because they want toe to ourw firm. At this time, I want to do all the things that can get the head of the district''s son''s usation and get points for probation? -That''s great. Then treat me when you''re done. Lawyer Baek Jin gently smirked. Daesang Law Firm was filled with former judges and prosecutors. It was pretty hard to survive there as a youngwyer. He had run here and there to get connections, but he guessed efforts really didn''t betray him. If he helped the head of the district to reduce Park Seokhyun''s sentence or get a suspended sentence. Then of course Ill shoot. I will get results, and I will also have an expensive connection with the head of the district. Even if it didn''t go well in the media, it was an opportunity to make VIPs know his name. Looking at the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency visible through the car window, he continued. Let''s have a drink at an expensive ce. I''ll be in touch. * * * The cold morning air was entering the team office through a small window. The only light in the dark office was Hyunsoo''s desk. The surroundings of his seat in the corner were full of Hyunsoo''s luggage as if he hadn''t returned home for several days. Even at a nce, you can tell that he is a homicide detective who works overtime every day. It was the most familiar scene for Hyunsoo. Sitting on a chair, resting his chin on one hand, Hyunsoo was turning his pencil while thinking about something. Lawyer Baek Jin of Daesang Law Firm. As he thought, it would not be easy to deal with the son of the head of the district. Like all people with money and power, he thought the head of the district would find a goodwyer first. But he didn''t know that it would be Daesang Law Firm. The number 1w firm in the industry, a viciousw firm that if you had money, you could live even if you had a sentence. It was aw firm that existed forrge corporations, chaebols, and powerful people. And. Lee Yongjae. Another grandson of Hyunsoo''s grandfather and his cousin. The de facto representative of the Daesang Law Firm, thew firm of Lawyer Lee Yongjae. Hyunsoo smiled. It''s fun. The sight of Hyunsoo, who was thinking about Lee Yongjae, seemed very familiar. Like a person who had been thinking about Lee Yongjae and his family all his life. * * * About a month ago. Hyunsoo had been forced to stop by the hospital room where his grandfather, Chairman Lee of Daesang Group, was lying. I intend to leave a legacy to you. If you don''t take it, it will go to the other children. How Are you gonna get it? Chairman Lee''s Legacy, 3 trillion. Chairman Lee thought Hyun-soo would reject his inheritance. The death of Hyunsoo''s parents. When he saw the lives that were most precious to him disappear because of money, he couldn''t bear to receive it. But Hyunsoo''s words followed. Then I''ll take it. What? You''re getting it? Why, you don''t like it? Since I said Im going to get it? Then don''t give it to me. No, I. Chairman Lee, who was sitting on the bed, looked embarrassed. He had been preparing for months how to persuade Hyunsoo in case he wouldnt ept the money of those who made his parents die, as his money going to him would be worth more than his sons who were crazy about money. Hurry up and decide. I have to go check on the witnesses. However, Hyunsoo just checks his watch casually. So so what are you going to do with 3 trillion? 3 trillion was not small even for ordinary chaebol. And Hyunsoo said that he took such money. Did I see the wrong person? He heard that Hyunsoo, like his father Lee Hanseok, the son of Chairman Lee, was a righteous person and couldn''t stand injustice. Even at the police station, he was like a mad dog, and once bitten, he didn''t let go, and that was why his colleagues called him viin. But he couldn''t believe he epted 3 trillion Won so easily. Hyunsoo spat out when Chairman Lee squinted at him. I''ll use it for my work. Since I got that much money. Foryour work? Yes. Exactly, how? Hyunsoo bent his eyebrows at the inquisitive Chairman Lee. I guess you don''t have as much trust in me as you thought? Until a little while ago, you said that you would hand over the inheritance to me, and now you are like interrogating me about how and where I would use it. That''s right, maybe I was looking at the wrong person. Didn''t you already feel it? Im indifferent in front of money, and I don''t have parents or anything. With that kind of money, Im gonna go nuts spending it. Go, go nuts? Yes. Money that wont let those criminal bastards breathe. Criminals? Chairman-nim, you''re high up there, so you don''t know how it rolls down here. If you look here, there are all kinds of entric fellows. When Chairman Lee gestured for him to continue talking, Hyunsoo continued. A guy who kills people and gets rid of evidence with money, a guy who lowers his sentence with money, a guy who holds the police tightly with money and makes them move as he pleases. I became a police officer to catch them, but to catch them, I realized I needed money, not a police badge. . That''s why I took it because you said you would give me money like this. . Chairman Lee rubbed his chin and looked worried. Then he smiled and raised the corner of his mouth. Why are youughing? Because I don''t think I looked at the wrong person. * * * In the end, what Chairman Lee was wary of was his children and grandchildren. Chairman Lee knew about it. They were going to use their own money, the money of thepanies, to their liking. Daesang Law Firm was one of them. You left me a legacy to teach these guys a lesson, didn''t you?" Hyunsoo put a smile on his lips for a moment. But soon after, he shook his head. He would stop here. The Daesang Law Firm was not directly rted to this case. Just aw firm belonging to the perpetrator''swyer. What Hyunsoo was chasing now was not the Daesang Law Firm. Hyunsoo put down the pencil he was spinning on his desk. Anyway, what he needed to focus on now was the incidentmitted by Park Seokhyun and his two friends. Clearly, they should be charged and made to pay for their crimes. It was then. Hyunsoo''s cell phone vibrated loudly. Hello? -This is Police Officer Kim! Im sorry for calling at such early hours! Nah, you went through more trouble. What happened? What came out? -Yes! You know the phone that is believed to be Park Seokhyun''s cell phone that was found this evening. The forensics analysis of the phone is done. Police Officer Kim''s words continued, and soon after, Hyunsoo jumped up. Nothing came out? Park Seokhyun''s cell phone, which he found by using money and services. All of those were to find the cell phone containing the conversation between Park Seokhyun and his friends in the video of the victim''s harassment. Okay, I got it. I''ll be right there. Hyunsoo put down his phone. There was not much time left to hold Park Seokhyun, and he didnt know what Lawyer Baek Jin would do during the remaining time. The cell phone that Police Officer Kim found was a fake. A trap that Lawyer Baek Jin cleverly prepared to buy time. What Hyunsoo needed now was evidence. The cell phone he used at the time of the crime, proving Park Seokhyun''s allegations. But then. This is driving me crazy. Ah No way, did you really get that far? Hyunsoo burst intoughter, raising the corners of his mouth wide. Hyunsoo continues tough like a crazy person. It was fun. This was because thewyer''s method, which he had thought about, wasing out as it was. This, too, was part of Hyunsoo''s n. Chapter 8 Chapter 8 Are you sure? Nothing really came out? Analysis room of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. The sun was already rising out of the window. Give me the results of the analysis. Here it is. Ha I think it''s Park Seokhyun''s phone. Police Officer Kim sighed and lowered his head. Park Seokhyun''s cell phone, which finished forensic analysis. Hyunsoo looked at the analysis results sheet again. It says nothing was saved in the first ce. I''ll look for more, just in case I might find something else.. It was then. The door of the analysis room burst open! And Team Leader Heo Insung came in with his eyes open. Nothing came out?! Team Leader Heo? I''ve heard it all outside, so tell me honestly. What do you mean nothing came out! Hyunsoo, who was staring at Team Leader Heo Insung at the sudden appearance, scratched the back of his head and opened his mouth. Why are you suddenly like this? Im the team leader of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agencys Major Crime Investigation Team! Can''t I even check what my team members are investigating?! Team Leader Heo''s face turned red. Hyunsoo smiled. Ah. You decided to stab the head of the districts back, but since the situation is quite dubious now, Team Leader-nim is worried that your neck will eventually fly away, right? Team Leader Heo Insung''s eyebrows rose as Hyunsoo slowly smiled. Hey, what are you talking about! When did I stab the head of the district in the back! Then why are you so angry? I just turned my back a little, just a little bit! That''s what it is. Heo Insung sighed as he bit his mr tightly at Hyunsoo, who always talked back. Then, he turned his head to Police Officer Kim, who was at a loss for what to do next. You get out. Yes sir! When Police Officer Kim left the examination room, Team Leader Heo Insung red at Hyunsoo. Anyway... not yet! I didn''t stab his back yet. Watch what you say in front of the newbie. All right. Let''s just say so. So, if you''vee this far, you mean you want to do your best to help me, right? I''m not trying my best to help you I''m just doing my job. So what happens if somethinges out? He could be charged with sexual assault and, hopefully, with murder. Th, then Since nothing came out, he could be released innocent?! Right. F*ck! Team Leader Heo Insung mmed the table with a Bang!. He had already given no help to the head of the district regarding Park Seokhyun. If Park Seokhyun, the son of the head of the district, was not used of sexual assault and murder, the head of the district would not copse. If that happened, Team Leader Heo Insung would have to endure the retaliation of the head of the district he had feared so much. No, no matter what, you have to stop it Even if its just sexual assault, it must be recognized! Team Leader-nim. Hyunsoo was also feeling that Team Leader Heo Insung''s anxiety level had reached its peak. Standing in front of him, Hyunsoo spoke slowly. Thats why please proceed with what I asked you to do quickly. * * * Head of the District-nim, Inspector Lee Hyunsoo or something, he''s more stupid than I thought. What nerve did he have to catch Park Seokhyun-gun? The hallway in front of the interrogation room. Lawyer Baek Jin, whoid his arms leisurely over the window, was on the phone with the head of the district. -Did everything go well? Yes, hopefully, less than the expected sentence I told you No, I don''t think he needs to go to jail at all. -Really? Is that true? Lawyer Baek, are you sure?! Hahaha, I''m Baek Jin. The acewyer at the Daesang Law Firm! Didn''t I tell you that I have that much ability? -Thank you very much. Thank you!! Lawyer Baek Jin squeezed his cell phone tightly at theughter of the head of the district. That''s enough. There''s no evidence, so Lee Hyunsoo, Park Seokhyun can be safe regardless of whether he passes the indictment or not. Lawyer Baek Jin, who turned his head and looked at the hallway for a while, opened his mouth again. There is no way to prove the murder, and the sexual assaulter is a high school student, a first-time offender, and if you reduce it to mental and physical weakness because he drank alcohol Its wless. As soon as the arrest warrant for Seokhyeon-gun is dismissed, I will immediately go to Head of the District-nim. -Yes, I will never forget this favor! Let me know if you want anything. I will help you unconditionally as far as I can. Lawyer Baek Jin held his cellphone to his ear and bowed as if the real head of the district was in front of him. Thank you, Head of the District-nim! * * * Behind the mirror in the interrogation room was the monitor room. Hyunsoo was looking at Park Seokhyun lying face down on the desk through the ss mirror, thinking hard about something. Damn it! There''s even an article!! And next to Hyunsoo, Team Leader Heo Insung trembled nervously and squeezed his phone tightly. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency investigated a group sexual assault case involving Park X-gun, the son of the head of the district, and the victim died.... In any case, you damn reporters! Only at times like this!! Team Leader Heo Insung, who kept reading the news with one hand, tore his hair off. He had hoped that it would pass by quietly and hurt the head of the district less. However, the article was already in full swing. It was toote to run away now. F*ck What should I do. Lee Hyunsoo what are you going to do? Even if what you asked for is done quickly, if there''s no evidence! It was then. A refreshing Ding- sound echoed through the monitor room. It was the sound from Team Leader Heo Insung''s cell phone. At the same time, Lawyer Baek Jin entered the interrogation room and held up his cell phone toward the monitor room. It''s been dismissed. Hyunsoo had arrested Park Seokhyun urgently. In case of emergency arrest, Park Seokhyun could be held without a warrant for only 48 hours. The warrant must be requested within that time. However, if the warrant is dismissed, Park Seokhyun must be released immediately. What appeared on Lawyer Baek Jin''s cell phone was a screen that said the warrant had been dismissed. Hyunsoo''s brows furrowed. Are you just going to let that guy go? Lee Hyunsoo! Lawyer Baek Jin, who put down his cell phone, took Park Seokhyun out of the interrogation room. Seeing them like that, Team Leader Heo Insung grabbed Hyunsoo''s clothes. Yah! Then, Ding! Heo Insung''s cell phone rang again. Aish, what''s it this time! Cell phone tracking Warrant? Hyunsoo''s head turned. Did the warrante out? * * * Can I really just go like this? After a while. Park Seokhyun was walking in the parking lot with Lawyer Baek Jin, looking sloppy. Student Park Seokhyun''s arrest warrant was dismissed. Without a warrant, even the police can''t do whatever they want. And what about those guys? Lawyer Baek Jin stopped walking at Park Seokhyun''s question. Guys? Who. My friends. Those bastards told the police my name, so can''t you take them out so I can take care of them myself? A warrant or something, that''s what my dad did. I''ll hit those bastards a few times. At that time, Lawyer Baek Jinughed loudly. Why are youughing? The best chance in the world is the parents chance. You were born lucky enough to receive that precious chance. Without that, it would be retribution for the friends in there. Park Seokhyun nodded at his words. Park Seokhyun, who was released without paying for his crime thanks to his parents, and his friends who were forced to pay for his crime because they didnt have such parents. Park Seokhyun was lucky, and his friends were unlucky. At least, that was the case with Lawyer Baek Jin''s logic. Patting Park Seokhyun on the shoulder, Lawyer Baek Jin opened the car door. Get on, let''s go and see Head of the District-nim. Fasten your belt. Lawyer Baek Jin was in the best condition. There had been no evidence, and the prosecution was full of people on their side. All that was left now, was a smooth and easy road. That was when he was drawing the blueprint. Vrooom- Screeech! That, that. Hyunsoo blocked the front of Lawyer Baek''s car as he turned the steering wheel. That crazy!! What, what are you doing! Lawyer Baek Jin stepped on the brakes in surprise and hurriedly got out of the car. Are you crazy?!! Why are you running in front of the car. What, what are you doing? Lawyer Baek Jin, who had raised his voice, turned his gaze to Hyunsoo''s hand. Something big was in his hand. Why, why did you hold a baseball bat. Can you open the trunk? Pardon? At Hyunsoo''s words, Lawyer Baek Jin''s expression became contemtive. His face, which had been unwavering in the interrogation room even when asked about the cell phone, quickly turned pale and hardened. Open, the trunk. Lawyer Baek Jin, who hastilyposed himself, barely opened his mouth. Is, is there an obligation to open it? I can''t do this without a warrant! Hey! But he was already panicked. Lawyer Baek Jin had no choice but to watch as Hyunsoo, carrying a baseball bat over his shoulder, headed for the trunk. Now, no one is in the back, right? I don''t want to hurt anyone. Surprised, Lawyer Baek Jin ran behind the car. But it was already toote. His opponent was the devil-may-care Viin Detective. Hyunsoos high-hanging bat hit the trunk ss window as it was. Shatter!! What are you doing!! Despite Lawyer Baek Jin''s shout, Hyunsoo did not stop and began to break the trunk window. And after a few swings of the bat. Hyunsoo, who shook off the broken ss, put his hand into the trunk and began to search through it. Look, look here! Even if you''re a police, it''s illegal to do this now!! Then, the moment when Lawyer Baek Jin, who finally came to his senses, grabbed Hyunsoo''s hand and tried to pull it out. Found it. Hyunsoo pulled his hand out of the trunk. Then, when Lawyer Baek Jin saw something in his hand, he froze. In Hyunsoo''s hand was a gray cell phone. You have used your head well. This, this is. To buy time, you left the fake one in the park and held the real one yourself. I couldn''t believe it. It was the cell phone containing evidence of Park Seokhyun''s sexual assault and a video to prove the murder charge. Hyunsoo, holding the cell phone tightly, slowly approached Lawyer Baek Jin. I think youre pretty good with tricks. . I hope that good head of yours will be used in the trial. Chapter 9 Chapter 9 Cell phone tracking warrant? It was around the time Police Officer Kim found the cell phone in a park outside Hoseon District. Hyunsoo, who came out of the interrogation room, turned and headed to the office of the team leader of the Major Crime Investigation Team 1. And after a long conversation with Team Leader Heo Insung, a request was made. Yes. A tracking warrant for a cell phone under Park Seokhyun''s name. No, the cell phone Park Seokhyun gave one himself, and didn''t Police Officer Kim say he found another one somewhere in a park? That''s true. So why? We already have two phones in our hands. Team Leader Heo Insung shook his head. Eyy, don''t tell me he has three cell phones. What I''m looking for may not have been found in the park. What are you talking about? I thought he dumped it in the park to buy time If that was expected from the head of the district''s side. This was the most important piece of evidence that includes Park Seokhyun''s sexual assault and murder charges. He wouldn''t have hidden it so that it would be easy to find. Hyunsoo continued. Anyway, I''d like a cell phone tracking warrant first. All right, that''s not a big deal. But. As I said before, there is a 99% chance that the arrest warrant will be dismissed. You know. Looking at Team Leader Heo Insung, Hyunsoo smirked. I know. * * * What, what''s with this cell phone!! Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency parking lot. Standing in front of the trunk with the broken window, Lawyer Baek Jin raised his voice while looking at Hyunsoo. His eyes were fixed on the cell phone in Hyunsoo''s hand. What does this have to do with the trial!! This will confirm the murder charge I spoke ofst time. ! As you know, many things have been filmed and recorded. F*ck. Lawyer Baek Jin chewed his lips and his face was distorted. Then when he was trying to think with his nk mind somehow, Park Seokhyun, who was in the passenger seat, got off. What''s going on? Park Seokhyun''s eyes widened when he saw the broken trunk. Hyunsoo slowly approached him. Park Seokhyun, remember clearly what you said. Pardon? Even if she dies, it''s never our fault. These were thest words he heard as scenes of the incident shed through his mind. It was what Park Seokhyun said at the end of the recording of the victim''s sexual assault video. At Hyunsoo''s words, Park Seokhyun was horrified as if he had seen a ghost. When you left the room with a recorded video of the victim, you knew. You must have known what would happen to the victim because you forced her to drink alcohol when she had never even had a drink. H, hey, Lawyer Baek! What, what is this police saying to me now! So you''re not just a rapist. A scumbag rapist and murderer. Confused, Park Seokhyun looked at Lawyer Baek Jin, but Lawyer Baek also red at Hyunsoo as if he was going to kill him, but there was nothing he could do. Then let''s get going. The arrest warrant has been dismissed. Ah, and it won''t work even if you work hard at the prosecution with the Daesang Law Firms connections. Because the evidence is so clear. You. Lawyer Baek Jin called Hyunsoo with a voice full of murderous intent. Just wait there. This trunk is broken, I can''t let it slide. Whatever I do or whatever I sue, I''ll never let you off the hook. Crazy-looking eyes. As Hyunsoo nodded leisurely, Lawyer Baek Jin clenched his teeth and got into the car. The car with Park Seokhyun and Lawyer Baek Jin left. And when he looked behind through the rearview mirror, Hyunsoo was shaking off the ss powder on his clothes. That crazy guy. At that time, the corner of the parking lot. Team Leader Heo Insung, who was watching the situation from behind, shook his head. How is that punk going to wrap up. No, wait There''s no reason for me to worry about him, is there? In this case, they only helped each other because they had the head of the district as the same enemy. Hyunsoo was the guy who had been trying to uncover his corruption. Since it''s like this. Once the situation with the head of the district was sorted out again, Hyunsoo was sure to get in his way again like an eyesore as he was. Team Leader Heo''s eyes sparkled as he rubbed his chin and rolled his eyes. Yah, are you really not thinking about the aftermath? After a while. Team Leader Heo, who was cooking up petty tricks, approached Hyunsoo with a worried face. Hyunsoo held up Park Seokhyuns cell phone toward Heo Insung, who was spitting words mixed with sighs. Ah, yes I''m d you found the cell phone with evidence. As long as I did well. In that urgent moment, I can''t catch the criminal if I reconsider with the intention of dealing with the aftermath. Yes I forgot that you are really the extreme viin in the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency.. Team Leader Heo Insung shook his head. No, but it''s amazing that you found out that the cell phone he threw away in the park was a fake, but how did you know that the real thing would be in thewyer''s car? Even after tracking it, it only says that it is inside the police station, but you couldn''t know the exact location because of the margin of error. It''s obvious. How can it be obvious? He''s insecure enough to hide a fake in the park, so where''d he put the real thing? He wouldn''t have given it to a kid like Park Seokhyun, and no matter how brave he was, he wouldn''t have brought it into the police station, so I thought it was somewhere in the car. Team Leader Heo Insung narrowed his eyes as he saw Hyunsoo talking casually. I knew you were smart but Are you secretly trained somewhere? What training? Im just that great. Team Leader Heo Insung made an absurd face at Hyunsoos brazen expression and shook his head. Ha, But thatwyer is also really unlucky, getting caught by a nutcase like you. But thewyer must have tried to take the cell phone far away and destroy it after releasing Park Seokhyun, right? That could happen Or he could have been holding it as a weakness of the head of the district. Eyy, no way. They''re on the same side. I''m also holding up Team Leader-nim weaknesses though? Although we''re on the same side now. What, what? Forming collusion and corruption with criminals. Hyunsoo smiled brightly as he looked into the widened eyes of Team Leader Heo Insung. This, this crazy. Wasn''t Team Leader-nim also looking for my weaknesses unconsciously? It was when the embarrassed Team Leader Heo Insung''s face was turning red. Police Officer Kim approached them at that time. De, Detective-nim! Are you all right? Uh, now. Hyunsoo handed over the cell phone to Police Officer Kim. This, this is Did you find it? A quick forensic please. I understand! Ah, and Police Officer Kim, what did you say your name was? Pardon? Ah, Im Police Officer Kim Yoojoon! Hyunsoo put his hand on the shoulder of Police Officer Kim Yoojoon, who saluted. Yes, Police Officer Kim Yoojoon. The first team y was very fun. Then I''ll go get some rest. * * * Major Crime Investigation Team 1 after passing a storm. Team Leader Heo Insung sighed in relief as he sat in the team leaders office. There was clear evidence to prove Park Seokhyun''s murder charge, and the head of the district would soon copse. He lost a precious connection with the head of the district, but. Still, I''m d its over. Now, the only thing left to do is to send Lee Hyunsoo away. With a smile on his lips, Team Leader Heo Insung quickly took out his cell phone and called someone. Deputy Chief-nim, have you heard the news? Ah Youve heard it. I''m ashamed of myself. My negligence is big because its a member of my team. So I''m thinking about opening a disciplinarymittee to scold Inspector Lee this time. It was then. Where is that bastard Lee Hyunsoo?!! Team Leader Heo Insung jumped up at a shout from outside the team leader''s office. Im, Im sorry. I''ll call you right back. Team Leader Heo hurriedly hung up the phone and headed straight for the door. Where are you?! What kind of police are you hiding like that! Look here! You''re at the police station! What are you doing?! So what if this is the police station?! Im awyer! Team Leader Heo Insung opened the door. What? Whats going on? The one causing amotion was a familiar young man. You''re the team leader of the Major Crime Investigation team, right? It was Lawyer Baek Jin, the samewyer who was in charge of defending Park Seokhyun. He approached Team Leader Heo Insung with strides, and his eyes shed. Where''s Inspector Lee Hyunsoo? * * * By the way, Detective-nim, you only drink caffette every day? Hyunsoo was talking to a barista with bobbed hair at a cafe in front of the police station. Looking quite close to Hyunsoo, she handed Hyunsoo a cup of coffee with a light smile. Americano is bitter and doesn''t suit my taste. Jiyeon-ssi*, what kind of coffee do you like? I prefer chocte over coffee. It was then. The cafe door mmed open! As it opened, Lawyer Baek Jin came in with a huff. Uh? You''re here again. Hyunsoo, who had a straw in his mouth, smiled slyly and headed to the corner as if he expected Lawyer Baek Jin toe. I told you to wait. Lawyer Baek Jin, who found Hyunsoo, strode to Hyunsoo''s table. Hyunsoo smiled at him. Is there anything you need to do to me? This is it,e now! Lawyer Baek Jin, who was angry, sat quietly in front of Hyunsoo, looking around. Ha! You''re scared, aren''t you? To the point where you want to forget what happened earlier. Now youre ying dumb. Earlier? Ah, breaking the trunk? Yes! That! Lawyer Baek Jin put Park Seokhyun down in front of the district office and immediately headed to Daesang Law Firm. Then, he immediately filed aint after leaving behind his colleagues asking about the situation, asking what happened. I''ll tell you how scary awyer is. Lawyer Baek Jin was awyer specializing in criminal cases, but awyer is still awyer. He thought he knew better about thew than Hyunsoo. What they did every day was mapping out their customers to get around thew. Ruining a person''s life by extorting a lot of settlement money through a civilwsuit was nothing. Let''s see what he can do as a police officer. With the Park Seokhyun case on the verge of being overturned, he needed at least something to vent his anger on. So he rushed to the police station excitedly at the thought of smashing Hyun-soo''s smirking face. However. What the hell is with this bastard? Hyunsoo was more rxed than he had thought. He sipped his coffee and looked at him as if it was nothing special. You, Lee-ssi Let''s see how long you''re so rxed. Lawyer Baek Jin took out theint form from his briefcase and put it on the table. int? Ah, you''re going to sue me? Why? Are you scared now? I''m awyer at the Daesang Law Firm. You touched the wrong person. I''m not going to leave you alone. I''ll bet everything on property damage, intimidation, and defamation to make you penniless. Hyunsoo looked at theint quietly. Lawyer Baek Jin, who saw that, thought Hyunsoo was scared. Since this happened, it was when he wanted to see Hyunsoo begging, and he was trying to intimidate him more. Pft! ? Hyunsoo, who suddenly covered his mouth, burst outughing. Hahahaha!! Hyunsoo bursts into unexpectedughter. Lawyer Baek Jin looked at him enraptured. This, this is crazy. Look here, Lawyer Baek. Hyunsoo, who erased the smile from his face in an instant, looked at Baek Jin. Are you really, ignorant or, fearless? __________ *Ssi (, ) is the mostmonly used honorific used amongst people of approximately equal speech level. Chapter 10 Chapter 10 Are you really, ignorant or, fearless? For a moment, silence fell on the table. Lawyer Baek Jin seemed to have been hit hard on the head. He, who was slowly blinking his eyes, struck the table with his fist, ''Bang!'' as if he had awakened to his senses. What, what did you say! No, you have to y appropriately. That''s so funny This, this is Yah! Do you really want to die?! At the words of Lawyer Baek Jin, Hyunsoo covered theint that was being handed over with a Tak!. No? What? Who would want to die? But you. Hyunsoo''s upper body slowly leaned toward Baek Jin. Do you want to take off yourwyer''s clothes? What are you. Article 155 of the Penal Code. Destruction of Evidence, etc. and Special Exception to Rtives ! Article 155 of the Penal Code. A person who destructs, conceals, forges, or alters the evidence in a criminal or disciplinary case against another or who uses the forged or altered evidence, shall be punished by imprisonment for not more than 5 years or by a fine not exceeding 7 million Won. Lawyer Baek Jin hid Park Seokhyun''s cell phone even though he knew there was evidence rted to the case. He even intentionally hid a fake cell phone. Looking at Lawyer Baek Jins trembling eyes, Hyunsoo continued the conversation in a friendly tone. Park Seokhyun''s cell phone with evidence, our Lawyer Baek hid it in his car. In a friendly tone, but a ferocious voice. Lawyer Baek Jin''s lips trembled at the sudden turn of events. Why, are you a little scared now? That, that. Baek Jin''s eyes turned quickly. How hard he had struggled, kicking and crawling all the way up here, he couldnt let his career be ruined by destroying evidence. Who do you think I am. Baek Jin, who hardened his trembling eyes, raised his voice. Yah, don''t be ridiculous. All of the prosecution was covered by my seniors and juniors. Make an usation! Even if I go to court, I''m innocent anyway! He was confident. Rather than being ashamed of hiding evidence as awyer, he was the kind of guy who was full of confidence that he could cover that much. A smile was drawn on Hyunsoo''s face as he looked at such a person. It''s funny. He wonder if this situation was really funny. Smiling, he looked for someone in his cell phone address book. Let''s just say you''re ignorant. You bastard, since a while ago. Lawyer Baek Jin stopped talking. This was because Hyunsoo held the cell phone in front of his face. [KN Reporter Seo Youngmok] What, whats that? I know him, but how do I unravel it to him? What? The son of the head of Hoseon District sexually assaulted his ssmate, and the victim died. However, awyer at the Daesang Law Firm helped conceal the perpetrator''s evidence. .! It''s going to be pretty tumultuous. Looking at Baek Jins face turning into contemtion, Hyunsoo continued. You know there''s a trend that can''t ignore public opinion trials these days, right? But would seniors and juniors of Lawyer Baek be able to handle all sorts of swearing from people to protect your personal connections? Furthermore, if the media deteriorated, it was obvious that the Daesang Law Firm would sacrifice Lawyer Baek and cut him off. You, you. What? You thought I''d just naively use you of hiding evidence? Hyunsoo clicked his tongue with a sad expression. As expected, you were ignorant. This is really. Yah! Don''t you know that cell phone might not be recognized as legal evidence anyway?! You broke someone else''s car and took it without a warrant! You also have no dignity! It''s up to me whether I have dignity or not, so don''t worry about it. Hyunsoo, who was flicking through the cell phone screen, stopped his finger. And you won''t have to worry about that. Then, he turned the cell phone screen back toward Baek Jin. What appeared on the screen was the warrant. A warrant came out a little while ago. Well, thanks to that, the cell phone will be epted as legal evidence without any problems. And while listening to Hyunsoo, Baek Jin''s mind quickly turned nk. Now he had no cards left. He thought he was just a mere police. He was thinking of subduing him with aint and extorting a lot of settlement money. Who is this bastard? He thought he was a simple nutcase, but he wasn''t. Slowly his gaze fell. Then, honorifics popped out of his mouth. Uh, um De, Detective Lee, I. Then all that''s left Is it just that I use Lawyer Baek of concealing evidence and spread it to the media so that he can never set foot on this field again? Hyunsoo''s innocent smile caught Baek Jin''s eyes. Of course, in his eyes, Hyunsoo looked like an evil demon. De, Detective Lee! If, if you help me just once I. Lawyer Baek Jin, who grabbed Hyunsoo''s arm, bowed his head. But what came back was Hyunsoo''s chilly voice. No. Pardon? I, Ill give you any, any amount of money as you want! Bing Partner Lawyer*. Yah. Hyunsoos cool eyes fell on Lawyer Baek Jin. I don''t want to. * * * After a while, Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency parking lot. Ah, Im holding on those bastards tightly. Hyunsoo was walking while sucking the straw stuck in the coffee. At that time. Uh? Team Leader-nim! Hearing Hyunsoo''s greeting voice, a man who was walking in front of him turned around. Uh? Inspector Lee. A middle-aged man with a short stature and a warm appearance like the uncle next door. He was the team leader of the Major Crime Investigation Team 2, Han Daesung. Hyun-soo saluted Team Leader Han Daesung. Salute! And congrattions! What? I heard you got married! Finally, the old bachelor, our Team Leader-nim! Yah, be quiet! Team Leader Han Daesung, who hurriedly covered his mouth with his fingers, tapped Hyunsoo on the shoulder. No, why. Why do you have to hide this slope? No, but why didn''t you have a wedding?! What do you mean a wedding when you''re all old. Eyy, you can''t do that to Sister-inw. Didn''t you get permission from Sister-inw? I was so disappointed because you said you wouldn''t have a ceremony! Team Leader Han Daesung shook his hand at Hyunsoos growing voice and continued. Ah, of course, we discussed and decided. So what about the honeymoon? Where? What honeymoon. Yah! Stop talking nonsense. You? How about you? Well, I''m always doing great. Are you still living with that grandma? You remember? Of course. Team Leader Han Daesung smirked and moved along with Hyunsoo. I''m still confused about you. Are you crazy, or are you really stupid and kind? Let''s say Im both. Hyunsoo smiled brighter than when he was with other people. He looked at Team Leader Han Daesung in silence and tilted his head. But what are you worried about? The new groom''s doesn''t look so happy? At that, Team Leader Han stopped walking. A face that seemed to have something to say. Whats it? Whats wrong? The case with the head of the district''s son Was it you who handle it? * * * After a while. In a spicy beef soup restaurant in front of the National Police Agency in an alleyway. Since it was daytime on weekdays, Hyunsoo sat alone in the corner of the quiet restaurant and ate spicy beef soup. Hyunsoo''s expression was quite serious. After roughly using the spoon to scoop several times, he put it down. It was because of the conversation he had with Team Leader Han Daesung of Team 2 a while ago. The victim of the head of the district''s son. Team Leader Han Daesung and the victim were already acquainted with each other. Things were so bad. Even back then, I saved her a few times from being gued by loan sharks all the time.. The victim''s parents ran a restaurant. With a series of deficits, they touched on private loans, and the result was disastrous. Because of the loan sharks, it seems that they owed money in many ces. Those loan sharks are also bad guys, so even if you pay back the principal, they''ll never let you go.. The loan sharks came to visit every day, and thanks to them, the restaurant was not sessful and even regr customers were gone. Even if I want to help, Id have a lot of debt too. I barely got a loan to get a lease Ha, why do bad things happen only to these people. Their daughter, theirst hope, also disappeared as a victim of an incident. The case was settled. The truth of the incident would be revealed in detail, and the perpetrators would be punished. Yes. Victims don''te back. That''s why this new groom''s expression looks like this. I''m so pathetic and sorry that I can''t do anything for her. Han Daesung, the team leader of the Team 2, was that kind of person. He sincerely caught the bad guys, and he sincerely worried about the victims. Im just saying. You have some kind of money, too. The face of Team Leader Han Daesung, who had been feeling mixed up, crossed Hyun-soo''s eyes. Then he slowly got up from his seat. * * * That night. Why on earth Why on earth did this happen to my daughter!!! The desperate cry of the victims mother of Park Seokhyun''s case spread at her funeral. If you If you go like this, how can Mother live on. It was already the second day of the funeral, but the victim''s parents could not ept the death of their child. The father stood by the mother''s side, holding her tight so that she didn''t fall. He ran around the construction site every day to feed his family. Because of that, he couldn''t even see his child grow up. This Father is sorry. Because I couldn''t protect you. The father bit his teeth tightly, closing his bloodshot eyes. He looked like he would copse at any moment, but it was clear that if he copsed, the child''s mother would also follow suit. You''d rather do that to me, to me!! The mother screamed, clutching her chest. A crime that started in the name of a prank. It took away the precious life of a child and the happiness of a family. Even so, the perpetrators were busy thinking about how to reduce their sentences. Thanks to the evidence Hyunsoo found, they will all receive the punishment they deserve, but whatever punishment will not be enough. Everyone in the ce bowed their heads at the wailing cry. And behind a pir that was a little far away. . Hyunsoo was standing. Knowing the sorrow of losing a family member, Hyunsoo did not dare to offer anyfort to the victim''s mother. Hyunsoo, who had been looking at them for a long time, moved. You can write your name here, and you can also write your name on the condolence envelope. Standing in front of a woman who appeared to be a rtive of the bereaved, Hyunsoo filled an envelope with condolence money and handed it over to the woman. Ah, excuse me. You didn''t write your name on the envelope? At her words, Hyunsoo turned around and walked without answering. What is that Who is it? Write your name. The man next to her shook his head. Isn''t that an empty envelope? He can''t pay because he doesn''t have money. Maybe he was embarrassed to write his name and just gave it to you. Leave it alone. No, it looks heavy. This is crazy. The man turned his head at the sudden curse of the woman. B, bring Older Sister here. Why? Opening the envelope given by Hyunsoo, the woman said to the man with trembling hands. The, the cheque. How much is it? Ten, ten bills worth 10 million Won. What, what?! The woman and the man, who had been looking at each other alternately with the envelope, looked at the direction Hyunsoo was heading to. Who the hell is he? __________ *Partner Lawyer: Aw firm partner is awyer who maintains partial ownership of the firm where they work. Chapter 11 Chapter 11 I''m home. The outskirts of Seoul. A three-story house in a multi-unitplex When Hyunsoo opened the shabby door and entered, the smell of soybean paste stew stung his nose. Grandma, did you make soybean paste stew? Hyunsoo threw theundry piled up over the past few days in front of the front door and ran toward the kitchen. Then he saw a short old woman with gray hair. You punk, you''re staying out all night long, aren''t you?! When the grandmother pped Hyunsoo on the back, Hyunsoo grabbed his back and stepped back. Ah, I''ve been busy catching bad guys! Just excuses. But I''m hungry. As Hyunsoo stretched out his mouth, the grandmother, who turned her head, said while scooping the stew. If you want to eat it, hurry up, wash your hands, and change clothes! Yes! Hyunsoo smiled at his grandmother''s harsh but kind words and headed to the bathroom. The grandmother was not Hyunsoo''s biological grandmother. As Hyunsoo began to see future cases, she was the grandmother of the victim of the first case he solved. The victim was the same age as Hyunsoo, and the grandmother was left alone without a family due to the death of the victim. It was a time when Hyunsoo was having a hard time because it was before inheriting the inheritance, but he couldn''t ignore the grandmother who was left alone. Grandma, do you want to move? Move? Aigo, forget it. Im over 80 and my back will break while preparing to move. Im not going! Gosh. Such old people talks. Please just get ready to move as the movingpany is doing it! Hyunsoo, who put down his spoon, leaned his upper body to speak in earnest. It''s ufortable here. It''s hard for you to go up and down the stairs because it''s not on the first floor but on the third floor, and there''s no sauna around here that Grandma likes, let alone a mart. What mart are you talking about? Do I ever go to a mart? I go to the market. I like the market better. There are lots of cheap and delicious food. Let''s go somewhere nice over there with that infrastructure. There''s a gym in the apartment, a cafe, and downtown with a sauna is just around the corner! I have enough money to buy a house like that. How do young people like you have that much money? Yours is also a typical civil servant''s sry. Ah, you know I have the inheritance. Why are you so stubborn?! Despite Hyun-soo''s persuasion, the grandmother only shook her head, saying that there was no such thing. No, then why aren''t you going to the hospital? I heard you''re not answering your doctor''s phone? You didn''t want to go to the hospital, so I even appointed a personal doctor.. Forget it! I know my body best. What do those doctors know?! Grandma, Im paying a lot of money for your personal doctor. Please don''t waste money. Then, the grandmother put down her spoon. Help poor people with that money. Help the victims, not me. No matter how much the perpetrators are punished by the court and sent to prison, it is the victims and their families who have to live with a hole in their hearts. Grandma. Help them. Money won''t fill the hole, but it''s better than nothing. The grandmother was the one who lived with Hyunsoo, whose parents died when he was just bing an adult. Did Hyunsoo naturally learn the grandmother''s harsh words and warm heart? Hyunsoo, who listened to the grandmother''s heartfelt words, shook his head and raised the spoon. Old people are so stubborn Then lets eat and order ate-night snack. I can spend that much money on us. What do you meante-night snack! I''m going to have a stomachache. How about chicken? Grandma likes chicken. Seasoning? Half and half. The grandmother, who was staring at Hyunsoo, nodded coolly. Okay, half and half. * * * After a while. Hyunsoo, who entered the quiet room alone, sat at his desk. How many bottles did he drink with his grandmother? His cheeks, which he usually bragged about because he was drinking alcohol, were red. Ah, Grandma. She drinks really well. Hyunsoo smiled as he shook his head to regain consciousness. She loves drinking so much that her body is not healthy. Hyunsoo let out a small sigh and put his hand under the desk. Then he something caught. It was a piece of paper taped under the desk. Hyunsoo tore the paper and put it on the desk. On the paperbeled [Clue], there were numbers marked with traces of writing, erasing repeatedly. They were the characteristics of Hyunsoo''s ability. Future incidents sh through his mind. The characteristics of these. [Incident in the near future.] [I can see the incidents that happened in a location close to where I am.] [Inevitable?] Inevitable. To Hyunsoo, who was now used to this ability, this was the only part that caught him. Hyunsoo, who had a strong desire to somehow prevent the incident before there was a victim, had made various efforts to prevent the incident that shed in his head, but all to no avail. The conclusion that came to an end was inevitable. So Hyunsoo became more and more frantic in catching the perpetrators. Because it was the only alternative to relieve his guilt. Hyunsoo, who got up from his seat with the paper in his hand, moved to the window. The streetlight In front of the house leaked in through the window. Looking at the light still, Hyunsoo held the paper in his hand tightly. * * * The next day. Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, the hallway in front of the deputy chief of investigation''s office. Team Leader Heo Insung with his mouth grinning from ear to ear quietly closed the door of the deputy chief''s office. Haa, I tried to stop him He ended up causing an ident. Breaking down the trunk of awyer''s car to get evidence. Team Leader Heo Insung, who visited the deputy chief of investigation''s office from the morning, induced Hyunsoo to take disciplinary action with mboyant words. Even with the warrant came out, the police were not gangsters, but he broke the trunk with a baseball bat like that mercilessly. If we just move on, the Daesang Law Firm will definitely shake the media. In order to protect the police organization, Lee Hyunsoo should be disciplined. Although the deputy chief of investigation seemed not to be interested in Hyunsoo, Team Leader Heo Insung continued to talk. And the result was sessful. No matter how stupid he is, a mere public servant can''t do that. Hyunsoo was already aware that he was covering up the case with money from the rich. Maybe it was because there was no physical evidence or for some other reason, he seemed to be just watching him, but Team Leader Heo was anxious. That crazy guy, you never know when he''s gonna stab me in the back. He wanted to punish him and make him take off his police uniform, or at least send him to a ce far away from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. He burst intoughter like that and headed for the office. * * * At that time. The corner of the office of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s Major Crime Investigation Team 1 was still crowded today. Hyunsoo, who was sitting almost lying down with his waist bent quite a lot, was still wrestling with the paper he had at home yesterday. Inevitable. Numerous circles were drawn there. Hyun-soo didn''t want to make more victims. Then If an incident shes in my head, if it onlyes out before the victim dies Does that mean the victim can be saved? It was when he frowned and turned his eyes. ! Another incident shed through his mind. Trafficident? But this isn''t a major case. Hyunsoo, who opened his eyes, straightened his back and jumped up from his seat. Police Officer Kim Yoojoon! Yes! Hyunsoo said to Police Officer Kim Yoojoon, who ran straight to Hyunsoo''s call. Go to the Seongri Police Station now and see if there are any reports of traffic idents being received. Being received? Not already filed? Uh. Received within today. Ah, I understand! Police Officer Kim Yoojoon ran out, and Hyunsoo put on the coat that was hanging on the chair. Let''s start with CCTV. It was then. Wait. Team Leader-nim? Team Leader Heo Insung blocked Hyunsoo. * * * The disciplinarymittee? After a while, the lobby on the first floor. Uh. Haa. Team Leader Heo Insung sighed and looked at Hyunsoo with sad eyes. You didn''t do it on purpose, it was because you had a great sense of justice. It''s not malicious. Even though I talked a lot like that, it didn''t even work. Rules are rules, I guess breaking Lawyer Baek''s trunk like that had a big impact. Team Leader Heo lowered his head and spat out a small voice. Haa. Im sorry. Im the team leader but I can''t protect a single team member. It was a pretentious cry. He wanted to throw a party at the news that Hyunsoo could finally be disciplined. However, he was also Hyunsoos team leader, and with his help, he avoided the head of the district Park''s retaliation, so he couldn''t openly show his joy. Please, let''s stop seeing each other. Team Leader Heo covered his face with both hands. He sighed and facepalmed as if he was ming himself. I won''t let you get fired at all costs. When Team Leader Heo lowered his hand, he saw Hyunsoos face in front of him. Ouh sh*t, you startle me. Surprised by Hyunsoo''s face, which was too close, Team Leader Heo opened his eyes wide. Why are you sticking your face in like this? Team Leader Heo stepped back, pushing Hyunsoo''s staring face away from him. I was really surprised. Yah, I thought since you helped me this time, I''m going to pay you back. I didn''t say we should be this close. Team Leader-nim. What? Team Leader-nim, you know that when you lie, its written all over your face, right? Uh, uh? Your eyes are crying, but your mouth is smiling. Look, the corners of your mouth are going up. Hyunsoo''s finger pointed at Team Leader Heo''s mouth. It was definitely not a sad expression. When did Iugh again! Yah! You''re lucky I''m the team leader! There''s no team leader who''s so worried about the team member''s disciplinarymittee being held! If the team members do something wrong, other team leaders will be busy telling on them. Ah, did Team Leader-nim tell on me? You want to hold a disciplinarymittee for me? It''s not that Im. It was then. Jiiing- [Police Officer Kim Yoojoon] Hyunsoo, who confirmed the caller, answered the phone right away. The team leader is talking, yet you punk is on the phone. Uh, tell me. -One has been received now! It''s a traffic ident at the intersection in front of Seongri Bridge. A car hit a child who was crossing the crosswalk! What about the victim? -The victim was taken to the hospital, but it would be hard because the victim was too young. When Hyunsoo hung up the phone, saying he would go soon, Team Leader Heo Insung put his face in. What, what are you talking about? What victim? You said we''re not this close. Why are you suddenly putting your face. Yah, that''s not the same as this. I''m curious what kind of victim Yah, where are you going all of a sudden?! He shouted at Hyunsoo, who lightly ignored the words of Team Leader Heo Insung and moved on. Yah, Lee Hyunsoo! To work. W, work? Where? Hyunsoo stopped walking and turned around. Murder under the guise of an ident. Huh?! I think so. You think so? No, that''s not the point Your disciplinarymittee is going to be held! I know. Let me know when the date is fixed~ Then he waved his hand leisurely and left the police station. Team Leader Heo Insung shook his head as he looked at Hyunsoos back. That guy is really a nutcase. Chapter 12 Chapter 12 Hyunsoo''s car was heading to the Seongri City Police Station. Screeech- Hyunsoo''s car stopped at the signal. Still holding the steering wheel, he recalled an incident that had shed through his mind a while ago. * * * A quiet intersection. A car was stopped. Inside, a woman is looking around the crosswalk in front of her as if she were waiting for someone. And a man who came into her field of vision and a child holding his hand and walking together. Vrooom- Then, as if she had been waiting, the woman started the engine. At the same time, the child ran away, shaking off the man''s hand. Then. Screeech! Jihoon-ah!! With the man''s scream, the child crossing the crosswalk was hit by a car and copsed. The car door opened and the woman slowly got out. A crossroad where there were hardly any people. There was only one eyewitness. The man who walked with the child in the ident. The man hugged and shook the child who had fallen on the crosswalk. The man caressed the child''s face with tears streaming down his face. Soon after, however, despite his despairing face, creepy words came out of his mouth. He''s probably dead, right? Words that make you doubt your ears. Soon after, an even uglier voice came from the woman''s mouth as she got out of the car. He has to die. If he received this much. * * * Screeech- [Seongri City Police Station] Hyunsoo, who arrived before he knew it, turned the steering wheel and entered the parking lot of the police station. You devilish bastards. It was a scene of an ident, but it was possible to grasp the truth to some extent. Terrible result of dirty greed. And a child fell victim to it. He didn''t know the exact reason or the whole story, but Hyunsoo, who had seen the criminals'' tactics so far, was certain. Soon after, Hyunsoo quickly organized the case in his head. -On circumstances, the ident is intentional. -The victim is a child, the perpetrator is a woman driving the vehicle, and the aplice is. Hard to believe, though. The man with the child, who looked like his father. He didn''t know the reason, but it was clear. The man who was with the child, seen in the case. His face was crying, but his voice was very excited. Watching a young life fade away, he was happy as a devil. Hyunsoo closed his eyes tightly. The prediction was that the purpose of the intentional ident was. Insurance. A faint sigh was uttered. In his mind, he wanted to catch these demons right away and tear them apart. But reality was reality. He couldn''t make these bastards pay for their sins with only the emotions he was blessed with. Only urate evidence can catch them and put them in jail. Hyunsoo opened his eyes wide and slowly got out of the car. * * * Im sorry Because I haven''t been able to sleeptely. Seongri City Police Station. The perpetrator of the incident who came to the police station was holding her head down and swallowing her tears. I thought there would be no one around me because it was so quiet Im so sorry. Beyond the door, Hyunsoo was watching the woman shamelessly shedding tears. If he hadn''t seen the scene of the incident with his ability, the acting of the woman would be able to fool Hyunsoo for a moment. Eyes burst with blood vessels, loose hair, and a head that was always lowered. It was when Hyunsoo burst intoughter as if he was amazed by her performance. Inspector-nim! Police Officer Kim Yoojoon, who wasing down from the second floor, saluted Hyunsoo. Uh. Police Officer Kim. What did you find out? The only case that has been received so far is the one I mentioned earlier. That woman sitting over there is the perpetrator. Personal details? Ah, here. Police Officer Kim Yoojoon handed over the post-it with the memo to Hyunsoo. [The driver of the offending vehicle] [Full name: Kim Seoyeon] [An ordinary office worker, ims to have been drowsy driving due to overwork.] What about the victim? You said it was a child, but he didn''t have a guardian? Ah, yes. The child who had an ident was Jung Jihoon, and his father''s name was Jung Taeyoon. I think they got into an ident while he was walking home with his son. Hes currently in the hospital with his child. The rtionship between the victim and the man was father and son. Of course, if you listen to the words at the scene of the incident, you can doubt whether he is his real father.. Hyunsoo turned his head. Is that all? Any other peculiarities? Ah His wife has been in the hospital for quite some time. So it seems that he spent most of his time with his child alone. When Hyunsoo nodded, Police Officer Kim Yoojoon continued. However Looking at it still, it seems like a big incident, isn''t it? I don''t think the perpetrator hit it on purpose. Seeing that she''s crying and reflecting on herself. It was then. That I got a call from the hospital. The police next to the crying woman put down the phone and continued. The child has passed away. Soon after, the woman burst into tears. Im sorry. Really Because of me, a child. To the detectives, it was a truly unfortunate incident. They felt sorry for the child who had an ident, but it was notmon for the perpetrator to apologize with such guilt. Most of the perpetrators were in a hurry to make excuses, such as saying that there was not much fault on their part, or that the brakes did not work. But this woman was different. The perpetrator sobbed and apologized. To the victim, to the perpetrator, why this happened to them. It was when the detectives'' sad sighs filled the police station. She puts on such a great show. Pardon? At Hyunsoo''s small voice, Police Officer Kim Yoojoon turned his head to him. Then Hyunsoo spat out his words. Where is the hospital where the child was taken? * * * After a while. [Daesang General Hospital] In front of the hospital building, on a bench was a woman who looked like the mother-inw. A man was sitting with her. The man''s name was Jung Taeyoon. He was the father of the child who just got into an ident. Jung Taeyoon was crying incessantly with his head down, and his mother-inw patted him on the shoulder and opened her mouth. You go home and get some clothes. It takes a few days to go through the funeral. At that moment, the mother-inw was speechless due to the rising sadness. However, she soon cleared her throat and continued speaking. You need to get your act together. I know that you have been struggling to pay for Hyeyeon-ies hospital bills and raise Jihoon-ie, who is not your own child. So, let''s let him go well. At her words, the man nodded and trudged toward the parking lot. . And a shadow followed him. It was Hyunsoo. * * * I can taste the alcohol now. How many hours had it been? The sun had already gone down outside the window. Ha, sh*t I was nervous. A rooftop bar located near the hospital. In the standing seat, Jung Taeyoon, who had been crying in front of the hospital earlier, was sitting drunk. Gulp! Ahahahaha! While muttering to himself, he suddenly burst intoughter like a madman. Ah, I''ve finally gotten rid of him, that brat. The man didn''t look like a father who just lost his child. He moved his petty mouth, rolling his devilish-looking eyes. The insurance How many were there? Even snorting, Jung Taeyoon turned on his cell phone and tapped the calctor. Even if she agrees and goes to criminal punishment, if she gets a suspended sentence. All of this was actually Jung Taeyoon''s n. Jung Taeyoon and Kim Seoyeon, the perpetrator of the ident, were having an affair. I''ve got several insurance policies under the kid? My stupid mother-inw liked saying that I was the only one taking care of the kid.. Jung Taeyoon''s son, Jung Jihoon, was the son of his wife and her ex-husband. Jung Taeyoon seemed to sincerely care for his wife''s son, but when his wife suddenly copsed from cancer, the child was nothing more than a burden to him. If you do as I say, the insurance is worth hundreds of millions! I''m the beneficiary. Kim Seoyeon agreed to Jung Taeyoon''s devilish n, and the two carried out a murder case disguised as an ident. Ah, Seoyeon is no ordinary person either. I told her to hit him really hard, so just once. As expected, I have an eye for it. Jung Taeyoon, who was mumbling while turning the ss, drank. Click. Putting down the empty ss, his gaze turned to the bartender in front of him. Give me another drink. Yes. Soon after, the bartender brought a bottle and poured the drink into his empty ss. Are you new? Pardon? I''ve never seen you before. When Jung Taeyoon stared at his face, the bartender nodded. Ah, yes. I came a few days ago. There were a lot of pretty sisters, but where did they all go, and only dark guys here like this? Jung Taeyoon continued to talk and looked around. Fewer customers today, and unfamiliar bartenders. It was when that Jung Taeyoon was about to frown at the awkward air. I sent them all away. Jung Taeyoon''s head swung at an unfamiliar voice. You spent all your money not on your wife''s medical bills, but on drinking. A man naturally sat next to Jung Taeyoon. It was Hyunsoo. What? Jung Taeyoon''s expression seemed to say that he was displeased with the young man who suddenly appeared and smiled with a smirk on his lips. However, Hyunsoo''s gaze was directed to the bartender, not Jung Taeyoon. It''s done, right? Yes, it''s all done. The bartender took out something under the table and handed it to Hyunsoo as if they had made an agreement with each other. Who am I? Only then did Hyunsoo''s eyes turn to Jung Taeyoon. Police. Chapter 13 Chapter 13 Ha, what? Jung Taeyoon just rolled his unfocused eyes here and there, as if he hadn''te to his senses yet despite the word Hyunsoo being a policeman. You punk. Yah, are you drunk? Why are you a police all of a sudden? It was then. Hyunsoo pressed the button of what looked like a small box received from the bartender. Then, Jung Taeyoon''s voice could be heard. -Ah, Ive finally gotten rid of him, that brat The insurance Even if she agrees and goes to criminal punishment, if she gets a suspended sentence Ah, Seoyeon is no ordinary person either. I told her to hit him really hard, so just once As expected, I have an eye for it. Jung Taeyoon''s pupils flinched. Those were the words he muttered while drinking alone a while ago. What the bartender handed to Hyunsoo was a recorder attached to Jung Taeyoon''s table. What, what is. Perhaps it was only then that he came to his senses, and Jung Taeyoon blinked his eyes. Then, he immediately reached out his hand to snatch the tape recorder. Oh my, swoosh! Then Hyunsoo grabbed his arm, bent it, and pushed Jung Taeyoon over the chair. Yah! What are you doing! Well, I stopped you from taking the tape recorder. When Jung Taeyoon, who was thrown out of the chair, opened his eyes, Hyunsoo shrugged casually. Jung Taeyoon seemed even angrier at his expression. This, this! Yah! You said you''re a police officer. Can you do this to an innocent citizen?! I like innocent citizens. Hyunsoo turned his head toward Jung Taeyoon, who grabbed the chair and stared at him. You killed a child like that, and you''re innocent? His fierce eyes. At such force, Jung Taeyoon swallowed his dry saliva. You, you. Jung Taeyoon, who had been rolling his serpent-like eyes around, turned around and raised his voice toward the crowd. Look, look here! This police caught a person! Jung Taeyoon, who had been screaming, gradually became quieter. It was because everyone around Jung Taeyoon was staring at him with stern expressions. Didn''t you notice? While you were drinking here, all the customers left, and it was filled with the kids I called. Hyunsoo''s voice rang in his dumbfounded ears. You, you said you were a police?! Judging by his actions so far, he was more like a gangster than a police. Jung Taeyoon''s wide-open eyes directed at Hyunsoo. Uh. Thats right, police. But I have a lot of money, so I can rent a ce like this for a day Jung Taeyoon still didn''t seem to understand Hyunsoo. But he didn''t have to make him understand. Hyunsoo smiled lightly and nodded his head. Sit down. If you can. The bar was filled with men with stern looks. At a nce, they were not ordinary people. They were the ones who could easily subdue at least one adult male. Thinking that Hyunsoo being a police would be b*llsh*t, Jung Taeyoon quietly sat down in front of him. Now Lets see. Hyunsoo, who took out his notebook, slowly spat out as he turned over the pages. Your name is Jung Taeyoon, you have a sick wife and raised your wife''s child alone, and he is not your biological child. Well, it''s only been a few months, but. You were a very nice husband, though. . But around this morning, you got into an ident while walking down the street with your stepson. You are fine, but your stepson, who was directly hit by a car, died. The perpetrator of the ident is your mistress, Kim Seoyeon. The purpose of the ident is insurance money. . You left your wife behind and tried to collect insurance money by killing your stepson by disguising it as an ident with Kim Seoyeon, the perpetrator of the ident, right? Hyunsoo raised his head. What he saw was Jung Taeyoon''s eyes moving at a fast pace. His eyes showed that he was curious about how Hyunsoo knew all the truth about the case. You just said it, in the tape recorder. Muttering alone. . Is not it? Can, can you do this?! It, it''s illegal to do this! I think you are a very nice son-inw in your mother-inws opinion. Well, she must have been grateful that you took care of him with all your heart even though he was not your own child. She doesn''t even know what kind of dirty mind you have. Did I kill him?! There''s no evidence! Hyunsoo burst outughing at Jung Taeyoons absurd excuse. What? Did I hit him in the ident? Did I make him die?! Right! He was not my biological son, but Jihoon-ie was my son too! That''s why I was so sad! I was afraid that if I went home like this, I would make a bad choice, so I deliberately tried to soothe myself with alcohol. Tears fell from Jung Taeyoon''s eyes. You don''t know anything! How do you know the feelings of parents who have to hold their son''s funeral?! Alcohol was the only way to appease it!! Jung Taeyoon yelled as he grabbed his hair. Did you two go to the acting academies? Yah, you just said in the tape recorder. The moment Hyunsoo yed the recorder on the table again with an absurd expression. Yah! Jung Taeyoon jumped up and quickly left the bar. The bartender who handed the tape recorder to Hyunsoo approached him with a puzzled expression. Should I catch him? Nah, forget it. Let him go. While looking at the door where Jung Taeyoon left, Hyunsoo looked at the recorder in his hand. There''s nothing more to gain from him, this is all I need. Because the key is that woman anyway. It was then. Aiya, our Detective-nim is doing a great job. Long time no see, President Park? A man with a simr atmosphere to the men filling the bar approached with a weing look. You''re happy that I use your kids for good work, right? More than that It''s even better because our Detective-nim meets the deadline and takes care of us on time. President Park smiles while showing his sparkling gold teeth. He leaned over the chair Jung Taeyoon was sitting on and gulped down the alcohol he was drinking. Anyway, why would a public official like you need this illegal power so much? You know it. The more you investigate properly and honestly, the world has be a world where no one can be caught. Ah, I heard that the cell phone that my kids were looking forst time belonged to the son of the head of Hoseon District, right? News is fast? Eyy, even if our intelligence is inferior to that of the police, it is above average. President Park shook his hand and took out his cell phone. You see, Detective-nim has be quite a star, on the Inte. What? I heard you broke awyer''s trunk? Aiya, I knew our Detective-nim was tough, but I didn''t know you were that tough. So Why did you bring it up? No, we''re the ones serving the star police, so I was wondering if we''d get a pay raise.. President Park, didn''t you decide to live a good life? Hyunsoo smiled and put his hand on President Park''s shoulder. You don''t want to go in and have bread* again, do you? That''s right. Yes. Right? Then just follow me until the end. Don''t worry about anything else, all right? President Park nodded with a mild smile that was not appropriate for his size. Yes! * * * After a while. The second floor of the Seongri City Police Station. Opening the office door, Hyunsoo slowly entered. Yes, it''s going to end soon, so don''t touch. At that time. Uh? Inspector Lee? Aiya, Inspector Yoo! Have you been well? Hyunsoo greeted the man who was sitting on the chair and handling the case and hugged him with open arms. The man was Hyunsoos ssmate in the Police University, Inspector Yoo of the Seongri City Police Station. Anyway, it''s been a really long time. Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency is very busy, right? Well, that''s the way it is. It looks like you''re pretty busy here, too? The two exchanged brief greetings. At the same time, Hyunsoo looked inside the office. Ah, yeah, it''s you, isn''t it? The one who smashed things in the parking lot? Smashed? However, Hyunsoo''s head tilted at the words of Inspector Yoo. Soon after, Inspector Yoo took out his cell phone and fiddled with it a few times before ying a video. Look at this. You broke the trunk and made a fuss, right? It was obviously you. The screen shown on Inspector Yoo''s cell phone was a CCTV footage. This is. It was a CCTV footage of Hyunsoo breaking the trunk of Lawyer Baek Jin''s car in the parking lot of the National Police Agency. This video is going crazy on social media right now. Inspector Lee is gonna be a star? Uh? You said this CCTV video was uploaded? Uh. It''s not the National Police Agency CCTV, but the CCTV in the next building. I don''t know who posted it. With a yful face, Inspector Yoo pped Hyunsoo on the stomach. I think you did a great job. I heard that you were always criticized for being a nutcase viin at the police station. Yah, who is always criticized. Rumors have been spread all over here. But look at this. Inspector Yoo pointed to thement window and continued to speak with a pleased expression as if he was being praised. Thement response is great. -Daebak, its really not a directed one but a real story? Hes a real police. -Looking at it, I heard that he was thewyer who was defending the guy who made his ssmate drink and raped her and even made the victim die. He did a great job. It would have been nice if thatwyers head was smashed like that. -Why did the police do the right thing? -Still, can he break the trunk of a car like that? Don''t you need a warrant or something like that? -That''s what you know. Do you really think he would break it without thinking like that? -My father''s acquaintance works at the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, so he knows him, but he probably didn''t get a warrant? He''s famous as a viin. Hes a crazy detective who is reckless without considering the consequences. -Crazy or whatever, I''m happy to have a police like that. He''s a real police. -Agree. Rather than dealing with the aftermath, he seems to be a real police officer with a sense of justice who tries to solve the case and relieve the victim''s resentment. You, aren''t you going to appear on TV like this? Riding the broadcast, you will be noticed when you go out. Yah, stop it. Well, with these things. There''s a star profiler these days, and you know what! You''re now the No.1 star police of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency! With excitement, Inspector Yoo pped Hyunsoo''s arm. Inspector Yoo, who had been chatting for a while, stopped talking. It was only then that Hyunsoo, who had been looking around, caught his eye, and he continued. Yeah, anyway, why did youe here? Seoul Metropolitan Police Agencys Inspector-nim. At Inspector Yoo''s words, Hyunsoo turned his face. There was a case that came in during the day, right? Traffic ident at the intersection in front of Seongri Bridge. Ah, there was. But How did you know that? The perpetrator? Is she still here? Uh, shes still filling out the paperwork. Shell go home soon. Why is he talking about the case all of a sudden? Inspector Yoo, who was snooping around, narrowed his eyes. I think an agreement will be reached. Whats with you? Why did that incident suddenlye out of nowhere? Don''t tell me, this is also, the perpetrator or the victim is the son or daughter of whom? Thats not it. Hyunsoo, who was looking around, uttered a small voice. Do you have any belongings of the perpetrator? Belongings? Uh. Ah, I think she left her clothes before going in. A coat. But why? Hyunsoo took a step closer to Inspector Yoo and spat out words. Give it to me. And can I see the CCTV? * * * The next morning. The Seongri City Police Station was crowded like any other day. Between themotion. A familiar-looking woman was raising her voice. You forgot it! What? No, I gave you everything yesterday! She was Kim Seoyeon, the perpetrator who caused the ident yesterday. Her appearance yesterday, crying out for the death of a child, had gone, and she had be apletely different person, screaming at the police with blood vessels popped on her neck. Aish! Not the clothes, but the notebook inside the clothes! For some reason, she even showed signs of restlessness. As I said, we gave you all your belongings! I need to check, so show me! Where did you keep it?. It was then. Kim Seoyeon-ssi? Kim Seoyeon, who was already full of anger, turned her head. Standing in front of her was Hyunsoo. Who are you?! Are you looking for this? Notebook. And Hyunsoo held a palm-sized notebook in front of her. Hyunsoo said as he approached Kim Seoyeon, who was contemting after seeing the notebook. What did you write that made you so contemtive? __________ *Bread ismon food served in prison. Unlike normal bread, bread in prison is usually hard and nd, and of course, theres no jam or honey, etc. to eat with. So Hyunsoo is implying here that if President Park continues to ask for more, he would dly send him back in prison. Chapter 14 Chapter 14 A bench in front of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. For some reason, Team Leader Heo Insung, with a rxed face, was drinking hot coffee. Aiya, the coffee is this good because theres nothing to worry about. Warm weather and the chirping of birds. It was the perfect morning weather no matter what anyone said. Sofortable? Just then, a voice came from behind the bench. You''re pretty free, aren''t you? The man''s tone was full of sarcasm. It was Han Daesung, the team leader of the Major Crime Investigation Team 2. Heo Insung and Han Daesung were in charge of being the team leader of each investigation team at the same time. Of course, only the leader position was the same, the path each went was different. Jealous? I''m not jealous. Team Leader Han Daesung sat on the bench across from Heo Insung. You didn''t like Inspector Lee Hyunsoo that much? Then would you like him? Rumors spread to the National Police Agency immediately after Hyunsoo caught the son of the head of Hoseon District. Sooner orter, Hyunsoo''s disciplinarymittee will be held, and Hyunsoo''s punishment will be almost finalized. Many people at the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency didn''t like Hyunsoo, but Team Leader Han Daesung knew at once who was responsible for this. What do you hate about him so much? Who would like the nutcase of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency? Unless that person is also crazy like him Well. Heo Insung, who was nodding, turned to Han Daesung. You seem to have a lot of affection for Lee Hyunsoo, who is also in the same department, right? That''s why you''ve been whining about holding the disciplinarymittee. Bastard, are you serious! Who''s whining! Just for the reputation of the police! Everything, well. Something like that. Anyway, it went well this time. I still don''t like the way he wears a police badge and behaves wildly, but this time I have to make sure to take off his police clothes. Team Leader Heo Insung, who forgot that he had escaped the retaliation of the head of the district thanks to Hyunsoo, continued his talk excitedly. Guys like that, without a police badge, they''re nothing but gangsters. Where did such an ignorant bastard roll in. Then he clicked his tongue, leaving a smile on his lips. It''s those guys that damage the honor of the police. His determination was quite strong. All of that determination, just to take off a junior police officers uniform. Han Daesung, who was still looking at Team Leader Heo, opened his mouth lightly. I think the disciplinarymittee will be canceled. Uh, the disciplinarymittee What? cancel what? What are you talking about? You know that our Commissioner pays attention to the media, right? Trying to be a candidate for the Commissioner General, he spends energy managing his image. Han Daesung handed his cell phone to Team Leader Heo. It was an article about Hyunsoo, who spread a good police image on social media. He thought Inspector Lee would be a good source for managing that image. Our Commissioner doesn''t want to miss out on these talented people. At the same time, Heo Insung''s eyes glistened. This, this is. So, you better stop pping that mouth. By any chance, will Inspector Lee Hyunsoo be the mascot of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency? Eyy. Hahaha! You''re going too far. Heo Insung, who tried hard to smile, burst intoughter. It''s strange that he became a social media star because of that, but because of this, Commissioner-nim canceled the disciplinarymittee to save him.. It was then. Team Leader Heo Insung''s cell phone rang. Dont tell me. Heo Insung picked up his phone. The caller was the Deputy Chief of Investigation. * * * At that time. In front of the interrogation room of the Seongri City Police Station. Feigning an ident, she deliberately hit and killed the child? Because of the insurance money?! Inspector Yoo''s eyes widened after hearing the full story of the incident from Hyunsoo. Uh. Jung Taeyoon was having an affair with Kim Seoyeon, and Jung Taeyoon was targeting the son of his wife who was lying in the hospital to get insurance money. He thought it didn''t matter because he''s not his own child anyway. So he decided to kill him with his mistress. Inspector Yoo, who was speechless, shook his head. He boasted that he had seen various people while working as a police officer, but to kill a child by faking an ident for money. This was nothing short of a devil. Is that why Kim Seoyeon was urgently arrested? This morning, Hyunsoo arrested Kim Seoyeon, who returned to the police station saying she had lost something. What''s the reason? Hyunsoo held up Kim Seoyeon''s notebook in his hand. Because of the possibility of destroying evidence. Hyunsoo continued as he moved to the interrogation room. I''ll transfer her to the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency as soon as the interrogation is over, so please prepare it. * * * At that time, the interrogation room. Kim Seoyeon''s eyes, full of anxiety, were shaking. If it weren''t for that! Her fists, which were neatly ced under the desk, clenched tightly. It was a n that was set up for months. After meeting at a club and hearing about Jung Taeyoon''s situation, the two quickly became close and began to think about what they shouldn''t do. For ourfortable future. That was the reason. Leaving behind Jung Taeyoon''s sick wife and her son. He wasn''t Jung Taeyoon''s real son, and the greed of Jung Taeyoon and Kim Seoyeon was so huge that it ate up even a child''s life. The scenario was simple. Traffic ident that happened inevitably, and insurance money. Jung Taeyoon all at once coaxed the child into running at the crosswalk, and Kim Seoyeon, who was waiting for the child who ran away, hit him by car. How did he know in the notebook There was nothing suspicious about it! Mindful of the camera hanging in the interrogation room, Kim Seoyeon quietly raised her hand. Then, pretending not to be anxious, she managed her expression and bit her nails. It was a perfect n. The rtionship between Kim Seoyeon and Jung Taeyoon was not revealed anywhere, they were careful whenever they met, and since it was an ident, she thought the insurance money woulde out without any problems. Did Jung Taeyoon that bastard do anything wrong? She murmured in a voice so low that even the camera couldn''t record it. Then. You''re nervous, right? You want to know how I knew? The door of the interrogation room burst open and Hyunsoo entered. Kim Seoyeon, who turned her head, opened her eyes wide and said. What? What am I supposed to be nervous about? I''m just here to find my notebook. This? Hyunsoo, sitting in a chair, put Kim Seoyeon''s notebook on the table. At first nce, it doesn''t look like an expensive notebook, but may I ask why you''re trying so hard to find it? Its because. Kim Seoyeon''s eyes rolled. It''s a memento of my mother, a keepsake. It doesn''t cost much, but it''s very precious to me. Ah, your mothers memento. Yes, I forgot it and went looking for it. What''s the problem? And no matter how police are, is it okay to take the things of an innocent person? I cant understand how on earth. Kim Seoyeon-ssi. Kim Seoyeon stopped talking at Hyunsoo''s low voice. . Do you usually write these terrible criminal schemes on such precious mementos? Pardon? Hyunsoo opened the middle part of the notebook. Written words with car drawings. It was a memo written by Kim Seoyeon that seemed to describe the scene of the ident. Why is this here? . No matter how you look at it, it looks like a n for an intentional ident. Kim Seoyeon''s eyes trembled. That, that''s not it. That''s not it? I wrote it after the ident! Right! I felt so guilty after the ident that I wondered why this happened That''s why I wrote it like that! So, what was written in this notebook was written after the ident, not a criminal n? Yes, yes! That''s right! If I had nned such a crime, would I have written it down in my notebook so that it would be easily detected? Kim Seoyeon''s lie was usible. But Hyunsoo knew everything. Hyunsoo smirked, and turned theptop that was on the table to Kim Seoyeon. Why, why is. It was the ck box screen of the car that Kim Seoyeon caused the ident. After the ident, Kim Seoyeon, who immediately reported it, got into a police car. After that, the CCTV showed her entering the police station. And Kim Seoyeon leaving with her clothes. Kim Seoyeon-ssi, less than a second after the ident, you were captured on ck box or CCTV. After reporting the ident, you immediately went in the police car to go to the police station. After that, you immediately took off your coat. That, that. ording to the police who brought Kim Seoyeon-ssi, you were only looking out the window in the police car. . So, this means that after the ident, Kim Seoyeon-ssi did not have time to write this n here. ! Hyunsoo slowly bent his upper body toward Kim Seoyeon. In other words, the drawings and writings depicting the ident were written before the ident urred, and in the end, this ident was not an unfortunate coincidence, but a premeditated murder. N, no! Its not!! Kim Seoyeon glowered and began to bang the table. Its not! This is the evidence?! Are you kidding me?! I killed him by mistake, by mistake!! Hyunsoo looked at Kim Seoyeon, who began to go mad like a crazy person, without moving. Then. -Seoyeon-ie is really pretty, but one would live more prosperously than two. It was a voice from a recorder in Hyunsoo''s hand. Kim Seoyeon, who had been screaming, suddenly stopped at the familiar voice. -It would befortable and nice if she gets a prison sentence, not a probation, for her criminal punishment for causing an ident. Did you hear that? This is what Jung Taeyoon really thinks. It was Jung Taeyoon''s voice recorded at the barst evening. Jung Taeyoon, who was drunk and talked nonsense for a long time. However, for Kim Seoyeon, who was trapped in the interrogation room right now, this would have sounded like a betrayal, not a nonsense. This, this son of a b*tch!!! I guess the trust between you two wasn''t that strong. Kim Seoyeon shouted and ripped off her hair. F*ck, I will kill them all!! All!! At that moment, Hyunsoo snatched Kim Seoyeon''s wrist, who was running wild. Kim Seoyeon-ssi, are you going to die alone? What?! You have evidence that Jung Taeyoon is an aplice, right? Kim Seoyeon''s eyes widened at Hyunsoo''s words. His eyes seemed to know everything. It was a few days ago. The ident scene that shed through Hyunsoo''s head started with the situation in Kim Seoyeon''s car. * * * Closing the car door. Kim Seoyeon waited for Jung Taeyoon to cross the crosswalk with the child. She put the notebook with the criminal n written on it, which she had been looking at for a long time, into her coat in the passenger seat. This bastard, you''re not gonna jump out of fear, are you? Kim Seoyeon''s eyes were filled with distrust. After all, the perpetrator of the ident was nning to be herself. If something went wrong, a situation where Jung Taeyoon escaped and she had to take all responsibility coulde. I''ll never die alone anyway. Don''t be silly, Jung Taeyoon. Looking at the street, Kim Seoyeon fiddled with her cell phone that was being held in her pocket. If this is the case, you and I will all die together. Of course, she wanted the n to go well, but even if it went wrong, she was never going to take all responsibility. Because. That''s so unfair. You can never die alone. * * * There was no bond between the killers who killed this child. They were just using each other for their own benefit. Right, Kim Seoyeon-ssi? Hyun-soo''s eyes curved. You''re never gonna die alone, are you? . Where is the evidence that you are an aplice with Jung Taeyoon? Chapter 15 Chapter 15 Ake outside Seoul. There were two men looking at the wideke. They were Hyunsoo and Inspector Yoo. She threw it here? Inspector Yoo, looking around theke with his mouth wide open, shook his head. Is she lying? To buy time? Inspector Yoo''s head turned sharply. Even that notebook can''t be direct evidence, something like a recording of the criminal n is a lie and she is just trying to drag it out until she is released.! It made sense. However, Hyunsoo shook his head. Because of Kim Seoyeon''s confession that he heard in the interrogation room a while ago. There''s a smallke on the outskirts. I threw it away as soon as I left the police station yesterday morning. I thought everything went well. I don''t want Jung Taeyoon to find out that there was a recordingter.. Kim Seoyeon, engulfed in the sense of betrayal against Jung Taeyoon, said she couldnt die alone, adding clues to the evidence of his aplice. Anyway, because of that traitor bastard. Not only in her words but also in the scene that passed through his head, Hyunsoo had seen the cell phone that Kim Seoyeon was holding tight in her hand. Hyunsoo, who confirmed this, even recorded Jung Taeyoon''s voice to stimte Kim Seoyeon. So, from the standpoint of possibility, it was clear that the evidence was here. It must be here, I''m sure. Yah, even if there really is, how can we find it here? When will the two of us finish going through this ce? No, we can''t find it even if I bring all the people from Seongri Station. Inspector Yoo sighed heavily. However, Hyunsoo''s expression was bright. Who said there were only two of us? Then? Is there anyone who cane and help us? It was then. Wh, what? Baaang! With a loud xon ringing in the eardrums, several vans stopped side by side on the side of theke. At the same time, Inspector Yoo rolled his widened eyes around. Detective-nim! The assistant seat of the van at the front opened, and a man approached Hyunsoo with his hand raised. Then Inspector Yoo, who was clinging to Hyunsoo''s side, whispered in a trembling voice. Do, do you know him? Just by looking at him He looks like one of those guys who use their bodies frequently*. Hyunsoo patted Inspector Yoo on the shoulder as he swallowed dry saliva. Then he spat out a friendly voice towards the man who approached. You suree quickly, President Park? Of course, we are the ones who do as much as we have been given. Everyone swims well, right? Eyy, are you worried that people like us will drown in thiske? But if anyone can''t swim, make sure to wear a life jacket. Well, if you want. Yes! The mischievous loyal man swung his body toward the line of vans. Then. Everyone, get off! At his words, the doors of the van opened one after another, and men began to get out. At a nce, there were more than 30 people. She threw it away at dawn yesterday, so it wouldn''t have gone far. The model is a 19-year-old model from Lpany, pink. All right, let''s go in, guys! Soon after, the men rolled up their pants and sleeves one by one and began to enter theke. Yah, yah. At some point, Inspector Yoo, who was standing behind Hyunsoo with his shoulders crouched, tapped Hyunsoo on the shoulder. Are they the ones you called? Uh. It doesn''t make sense for the two of us to look all over this wide area. What are they doing for a living? What A lot of things? Inspector Yoo''s eyes narrowed at Hyunsoo''s words. Are you are you looking after them? What? What are you talking about? Why would I look after them? No, you know. Just looking at it, they look like they''ve been in and out of the prison once or twice, so why are they helping the police? Unless you have some dirt on them. I really didn''t think you are like that. Hyunsoo whispered quietly in his ear at the suspicious look of Inspector Yoo. It''s not like that, just business. Just busin What? It''s business. If I pay, they give mebor force. Can, can you do that? There''s nothing to argue about whether it''s possible or not. We use everything we can and can''t use. To prosecute those demons, a notebook with the criminal n was not enough. A recording of the criminal n with the voices of Jung Taeyoon and Kim Seoyeon. It was absolutely necessary. Even if Kim Seoyeon confessed, Jung Taeyoon was likely to be released unless there was solid evidence. They''re the ones who intentionally killed that child. It''s also because of the greed for money. If it was to catch them, Hyunsoo was willing to do anything. Whether that was what the police could do or not. Inspector Yoo nodded quietly at Hyunsoo''s words. Then Hyunsoo opened his mouth. Let''s go, they''ll contact me when they find it. * * * Salute! After a while, in front of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Police Officer Kim Yoojoon, who popped out of nowhere, saluted Hyunsoo. Uh, Police Officer Kim. Inspector-nim, just now, a case has been transferred from Seongri City. I know, I transferred it. Inspector-nim did? Hyunsoo moved his steps and nodded. Uh, so, first of all. It was then. . Team Leader Heo? Team Leader Heo Insung stood in front of Hyunsoo with an expression as if he had eaten sh*t. . Do you have something to say? Ehem That. Heo Insung, who had been frowning and loosening his face for a long time, uttered a hesitant voice. You know I did it all for you, right? Huh? This life is, full of ups and downs, and hardships, and you have to face it to make life lively. What b*llsh*t is that all of a sudden? Bull! N, no. Yeah, I was talking nonsense. I''m sorry. Hyunsoo''s eyes furrowed at the sight of Team Leader Heo Insung pping his mouth. What, why is he like this? It was clear that he had eaten something wrong or had an ulterior motive. There was no way he was doing this for no reason. At that time. Co, Commissioner-nim! Team Leader Heo Insung bowed toward the person behind Hyunsoo. Salute. Hyunsoo, who turned around, raised his hand in a hurry. Uh, all right, all right. That''s enough. A middle-aged man standing, showing off his shiny forehead as if he was experiencing hair loss. He was Commissioner Kim Taek, themissioner of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. You''re Inspector Lee Hyunsoo, right? Hyunsoo, whose eyebrows flinched at the words of Commissioner Kim Taek, lowered his hand. Yes, that''s me, Sir. Okay, okay. Let''s take a picture first. Pardon? Before Hyunsoo could even be surprised, a sh went off in front of Commissioner Kim Taek, who held Hyun-soo''s shoulder. ? Soon after, Commissioner Kim Taek snatched Hyunsoo''s hand, raised it, and continued. I heard you did a great job this time. Pardon? What. Arrested a terrible criminal, despite external pressure, with solid evidence! Ah, you''re talking about Park Seokhyun. Yes! Very good! I didn''t know, but you''ve done great things like this before, right? Commissioner Kim Taek''sughter was followed by an awkward tone. Hyunsoo''s gaze turned to his side. Reporter. The man who set off the sh. It was clear that he was a reporter. He didn''t know if Commissioner Kim Taek was originally this kind of person, but through his attitude, Hyunsoo knew. That the media''s attention was on him now. And I''ll apologize for that. Pardon? Your superiors didn''t recognize your great sense of justice and asked to hold a disciplinarymittee. Heo Insung, who was next to him, lowered his head. Don''t worry though, I canceled it right away. What disciplinarymittee! Even with a special promotion, it''s not enough! Isn''t it? Hahahaha! In line with theughter of Commissioner Kim Taek, people around him began tough. Of course, Hyunsoo was looking at Team Leader Heo Insung, who had a look of Of course, that''s right on his face. It was because of this. How simple a man is. Since the disciplinarymittee was canceled, he came to make an excuse for turning his back to Hyunsoo right away. It was then. Jiiing- Hyunsoo''s cell phone rang. It was a text message from President Park. Then I''ll go first. Uh? Are you going? Commissioner Kim Taek, who stoppedughing, looked at Hyunsoo with absurd eyes. Yes, please continue tough to the end. However, Hyunsoo had no intention of wasting his time on media y for such amissioner, even if he was themissioner of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Even if themissioner was the one who prevented his disciplinarymittee. Well, I have to go now. As Hyunsoo lowered his head slightly and walked away quickly, the embarrassed Commissioner Kim Taek''s eyes rolled here and there. And Team Leader Heo Insung looked at him while bowing his head. Haa, that crazy. No matter how stupid you are, you act the same to themissioner of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency without exception.. No, you never know. With that attitude I can even ask to hold the disciplinarymittee again! Team Leader Heo Insung''s face, full of anticipation, turned to Commissioner Kim Taek. However. Hahaha! As expected, hes a real police! He doesn''t care if it''s his superior or what, hes going to catch the culprit! Good, very good! Commissioner Kim Taek apuded with a high voice. Team Leader Heo Insung, whose pupils were shaking as if he was dumbfounded, nodded and added. Right? Hahaha! I''m a senior, but I have a lot to learn from him! Thats right! I like it, what a great police! Isn''t that right, Reporter-nim? Hahahaha! In this way, the parking lot of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency was filled withughter from Commissioner Kim Taek for a while. __________ *Inspector Yoo is implying that President Park is a bad guy here. Chapter 16 Chapter 16 Honey Im sorry. It was a 6-person ward at Daesang Hospital. Jung Taeyoon was holding the hand of a woman lying down with her eyes closed. His face, in mourning clothes, was full of tears. His wife is lying down like that, and he lost his child in an ident.. Tsk tsk, what a pity. It seems like he came out because he was worried about his wife in the middle of the child''s funeral. The guardians of the same ward, who were whispering quietly, tapped Jung Taeyoon on the shoulder. Yes? Young man, I''ll call you if anything happens, so take a break. Looking at it, it seems that your situation is pitiful. Thank you. Thanks to their consideration, Jung Taeyoon trudged out of the ward. By the time he walked down the hallway and couldn''t see the ward. Ha f*ck, the guy I met at the bar is killing me. His voice and expression changed in an instant. Jung Taeyoon, who was looking around, stretched and turned his neck. Phew, it''s hard to pretend to be sad now. Jung Taeyoon stretched his body and plopped down on a long chair at the end of the hallway. The n was sessful, and the insurance money he so longed for seemed likely toe soon. But the guy at the bar he met yesterday. What the hell did that bastard. He said he was a police, but he didn''t seem to be a police at all. He looked like a gangster more, and he knew too much about me. It was when Jung Taeyoon was rubbing his chin and nodding his head. Didn''t even pay for the drink yesterday? Startled by the sudden voice, Jung Taeyoon''s head turned sharply. Wh, what! Thanks to you, I paid for the alcohol you drank? Before anyone knew it, Hyunsoo was at the end of the long chair where Jung Taeyoon was sitting. Wh, what, you! I told you yesterday, Im a police. But when I went to the funeral, your mother-inw said you would be in the hospital.. Hyunsoo turned his head around. Is this the ward? Who, who are you!! You''re not a real police! Bastard, have you lived only by being deceived? Hyunsoo took out his ID and showed it to Jung Taeyoon, who was screaming with a grim face. No way? Inspector Lee Hyunsoo of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s Major Crime Investigation Team 1. You, you were a real police? Jung Taeyoon-ssi, you are under arrest for murdering your adopted son, Jung Jihoon-gun. What?! Jung Taeyoon jumped up. What, what nonsense is that! A recording of the murder plot with Kim Seoyeon-ssi has been found. I''ll let you hear the recording when you meet each other. When Hyunsoo got up after Jung Taeyoon, his eyes shed. The moment when Jung Taeyoon, who had pushed Hyunsoo away, took off his feet to run away. . Police waiting somewhere blocked his way. Police everywhere. Hyunsoo snatched Jung Taeyoons arm, which was stiff with dumbfounded eyes. You can''t run away today. * * * Get-together? The next morning. Hyunsoo was having breakfast with his grandmother after a long time. Eung, I got another one. The grandmother clicked her tongue as she looked at Hyunsoo''s dark circles that came down to the tip of his chin. No matter how young you are, you''re not using your body carelessly, right? Wake up, if you don''t take care of your body properly, you''ll be hooked in one shot. Aigoo, I get it. Nothing dangerous this time. Well, it was more of a terrible thing than a dangerous thing. A case in which a child''s life was taken for money in the name of a parent. Too young a life had been lost by greed. At that time, the grandmother, who was looking at Hyunsoo''s expression, gently pushed the te of egg rolls. What? Egg rolls are Grandma''s favorite. It''s okay, if you want to catch the bad guys again, you''ll have to fill your stomach. It was when Hyunsoo smiled at his grandmother''s words. Ding dong- ? At the sound of the doorbell, Hyunsoo rose from his seat and headed to the front door. When the door opened, what he saw was a strange woman whom he had never seen before. Who are you? Inspector Lee Hyunsoo? Hyunsoo frowned at the woman spitting out his name. Yes, but who are you? Hello, I''m Seo Gaeun, a reporter for TN Broadcasting. Yes? Hyunsoo''s head tilted. At the same time, the door swung open. Who is our prettydy here? The grandmother approached before he knew it and put her face next to Hyunsoo and smiled at the woman. Ah, you''re Detective-nim''s grandmother. Hello, Im Reporter Seo Gaeun of TN Media. Reporter Seo Gaeun bowed her head gently. Aigoo, so you are a reporter? But Which broadcastingpany is TN Media? Ah, it''s not a broadcastingpany, it''s a small mediapany on the Inte, Grandmother. Small media Of course! Come on in,e on in. You''ve been working so hard since the morning. Ah, Grandma! The grandmother pped Hyunsoo on the back,ining that her ears hurt. Aigoo, why you punk! My ears are going to fall off! Then Hyunsoo let out a shallow sigh and opened his mouth in a soft voice. Shes a reporter we don''t know. You can''t just let someone you''ve never seene into the house! Then, he took off his grandmother''s hand holding the door, and turned his head toward Reporter Seo Gaeun. Anyway, I don''t know what it is, but if you ring the doorbell one more time, it will be considered a home invasion and you will be arrested. No, Detective-nim, I have a question about this case you solved! m! The front door was closed with the unfinished words of Reporter Seo Gaeun. De, Detective-nim! At the sound of Reporter Seo Gaeun''s voice that followed, the grandmother shook her head. Leave a pretty girl outside and close the door so coldly, tsk tsk. The grandmother, who was staring at Hyunsoo with pitiful eyes, raised her voice. That''s why you don''t have a lover, even if it''s the first time you''ve seen thatdy, if shees to visit in the morning, you should let her have breakfast. Grandma, how can you believe that woman is a reporter? Uh? What would you do if she were a robber? What do you mean what would I do! I''ll tell her to steal it! Are you for real. Hyunsoo, who was staring at his grandmother, moved to the table. Then, with a sigh, he picked up his coat. Ding dong ding dong- Because the doorbell kept ringing. I''ll be back from work, so if someone rings the doorbell outside, don''t open it, okay? I''m know, you punk! Take care of your body! Hyunsoo opened the front door with a hasty farewell. Then, the eyes of Reporter Seo Gaeun, who was still waiting, sparkled. Haa. * * * I heard that you investigated to the end even though you knew he was the head of the district''s son. There must have been external pressure, but how did you endure it? I heard that you have arrested the son of the chairman of a constructionpany before, so how did you take charge of the case? I heard you''re going to get a solid indictment with solid evidence, is there any secret? Residential alley. Reporter Seo Gaeun was chasing Hyunsoo as he walked to the parking lot, holding a notebook and a pen. No, to be precise, she was sticking close to him and spitting out questions without a break. I heard that you solved the case of killing a son by faking it as an ident for insurance money. May I ask how you solved it? Hyunsoo stopped in his tracks as if he couldnt do it at the bombarding questions. Look here, Reporter Seo Gaeun-nim. Yes, are you finally answering me? I came out because I thought my grandmother would be tired because you were being so loud since the morning, but I didn''t say I was doing an interview. Grandmother seems to like me? And if you don''t like the interview, just answer the question. No, that''s not it! Hyunsoo touched his forehead. As if she had prepared, her eyes twinkled at the question she spat out nonstop. She was not an ordinary reporter. Hyunsoo, who was rolling his eyes about how to get rid of this reporter, shed his eyes. No, but how did you know my house? Ah, when I went to Seoul Police Agency, was it Team Leader Heo Insung of Team 1? That person told me. How can Team Leader-nim carelessly! It was obvious that he gave the address to the reporter even though he knew that she would harass Hyunsoo. The disciplinarymittee was canceled, and this was Team Leader Heo''s only revenge as he couldn''t do anything. Hyunsoo tousled his hair. You should never give out my home address to other reporters, you know? Yes, but will you let me interview you then? Hyunsoo, who looked at Reporter Seo Gaeun for a while, turned around and started walking again. That''s what Im going to do! Just one. I''ll take one question. At Hyunsoo''s words, Reporter Seo Gaeun, who was chasing him, grabbed Hyunsoo''s arm and stopped him. All right, I''ll just ask one thing. Yes. What is the reason? What reason? Those bad guys, the reason why you crazily catch them without caring about the connections, money, and power behind them. * * * Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency parking lot. After parking, Hyunsoo got out of the car and turned on his cell phone. Reporter Seo Gaeun of TN Media. She was a reporter whose name he had never heard of before. A young new reporter who was said to be active in the social affairs department of a major broadcasting station. Politicians and chaebols were covered, and their private affairs were reported. She made a name for a few years like that. And nobody heard her name since. Did she get fired from the broadcasting station and went to a small Inte mediapany. It was well deserved. Since there was a strong bond between the political circles, business circles, and major broadcasting stations, it was natural that a new reporter from a broadcasting station attacking the political and business circles would be cut off without even knowing. Hyunsoo searched for Reporter Seo Gaeun in the search bar. [Sanheung County Councilman, illegal gambling and prostitution.] [Gulre Timber Company, Forming Illegal Slush Funds and Deferring Wages to Subcontractors.] All articles were published by small Inte mediapany. No views, noments. The ripple effect would have been small. No matter how much the scoop was brought, the articles would have been buried in silence due to the powerful people who silenced the mouths of major media outlets with money. Hyunsoo put his cell phone in and moved to Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. It didn''t seem like she wanted anything. She was a woman who gave up her career to protect her reporter spirit. It was a bit early, but she was a reliable reporter who would one day be on the side of Hyunsoo. It was when Hyunsoo entered the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Did the interview go well? Team Leader Heo Insung approached Hyunsoo with a smirk. No, because she has a pretty face, so I told her to get along with you. That''s a serious crime, too, Team Leader-nim. Telling her my address. So sensitive. Shaking his head, Team Leader Heo Insung tapped his arm. Commissioner-nim is looking for you. Pardon? I don''t know if he likes you or your reputation, but go now. * * * Hyunsoo was climbing the stairs of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. As he took one step at a time, the words of Reporter Seo Gaeun, whom he had just met, came to mind. What is the reason? Those bad guys, the reason why you crazily catch them without caring about the connections, money, and power behind them. Reporter Seo Gaeun''s question was honest. She was genuinely curious about Hyunsoo''s actions, not having other thoughts. Why am I so persistent in catching criminals? Why. Because he saw the scene of the incidents in his head? Because he felt the victim''s resentment in his heart? Because he hated criminals who go around proudly aftermitting a crime? As he continued to move, Hyunsoo took his cell phone out of his pocket. Then the screen turned on, showing the wallpaper. It was a picture of Hyunsoo''s parents who passed away. Even if you see the scene of the crime, even if you know the victim''s injustice, even if you want to kill the perpetrator terribly, there are people who can''t be caught.. The 4th floor lobby. When Hyunsoo finished climbing the stairs, he heard the news from the TV in the middle of the lobby. [Daesang Group''s stock price is skyrocketing. ording to experts'' analysis, it''s all thanks to Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok.] Lee Yongseok. In front of the lobby, Hyunsoo stopped walking. Vice Chairman Lee Yongseok was the older brother of Hyunsoo''s father, Lee Hanseok. Let''s go slowly. As meticulous as possible, without any gaps. He couldn''t put off his parents'' revenge forever. The power of those who could be sure to be suspects would grow. Now he had to grow his own size. Hyunsoo turned and walked down the hallway. There was a sign in front of the room of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Commissioner at the end of the hallway. Kim Taek, the Commissioner Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. He was a typical snake that stuck to the liver and to the galldder*. But also a snake mad with desire. Those who lost their reason and pursued only greed were rather easy to deal with. He likes me? It was in to see-through. His intention was to take advantage of Hyunsoo, who had good public opinion, to take the position of Commissioner General. Alright, use it to your heart''s content for themissioner''s seat. Hyunsoo''s mouth slowly opened as he stopped. I''ll use you to my heart''s content too. Then he turned the door knob of themissioner''s room. __________ *Literally means Thinking only of the benefits that will return to them, they join one side and the other side without a backbone. Or in other word, it means Opportunist. Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Did you call me? Hyunsoo, who opened the door and came in, saluted with a serious face and sat on the sofa. Yes, Inspector Lee Hyunsoo. Let''s have a cup of tea first. A shiny forehead on a round face. Commissioner Kim Taek, who was short but had good looks, poured the tea. At the same time, Hyunsoo looked around. Behind Commissioner Kim Taek was the namete written [Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Commissioner Kim Taek] and the neatly arranged files. Behind those, orchids, which were found in any executive room, decorated the window in a row. And finally, a golf bag ced in a small space next to the bookcase could be seen. Graduated from the Police Academy and had no outstanding performance, but was promoted at a high speed. However, there is no significant background. The position of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Commissioner was always a topic of gossip, and in the case of Commissioner Kim Taek, the gossip especially focused on the money side. -He must be the hidden child of a high-ranking big shot to be promoted like that without any performance. -No. He works hand in hand with the gangsters to create slush funds and feeds the superiors with money. -Don''t you see that hes crazy about the media, he''ll eventually jump into politics. In the end, even in Hyunsoo''s eyes, it seemed that there was something wrong with his background. Whether it was personal connections or illegal activities, Hyunsoo nned to deal with it after using Commissioner Kim Taek first. Actually, I''m calling you to hand you a case, Inspector Lee. It was what he expected. Commissioner Kim Taek took a sip of tea and handed over the documents on the table to Hyueonsoo. It seems that hes making illegal slush funds by colluding with apany. The issue is, he''s such a well-. Hyunsoo, who received the document, examined the contents. [Full name: Go Junhwan.] [Allegations: Forming illegal slush funds by forming a close rtionship with apany and taking care of thepany''s interests] Hyunsoo, who had been looking at the name and the photo next to it, raised his head. It was a face that he knew. Commissioner-nim, this person is. That''s right, hes themissioner of the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency. I know. He is also a person being discussed with me as a candidate for the Commissioner General position. The appointment of the Commissioner General was only a few days away. Simr positions, simr influences. Kim Taek, themissioner of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, and Go Junhwan, themissioner of the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency. In the end, the final appointment was up to the president, but public opinion on them could not be ignored either. Remove the rival instead? Hyunsoo, who was receiving public attention, would investigate Go Junhwan, themissioner of the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency. A true police officer who exposed the disgrace of those in power and called for justice even under external pressure. Taking advantage of Hyunsoo''s so-called reputation, Kim Taek was nning to blow his rival, Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency Commissioner Go Junhwan. You know what I''m talking about, don''t you, Inspector Lee? Commissioner Kim Taek did not hide his true intentions. Looking at Hyunsoo, he drew a benevolent smile. Help me, and I''ll take care of you. Hyunsoo nodded. There will be support from the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit* as well. Its a joint investigation? Yes, on a small scale. Instead, stay as quiet as possible during the investigation. Anyway, it''s better to reveal it when you''re sure. Senior Inspector Shin Miye of the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit, who originally investigated Commissioner Go, wille. Commissioner Kim Taek''s thick hand grabbed Hyunsoo''s shoulder. I''d like to ask you a favor. * * * Go Junhwan, themissioner of Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency. I heard he has wiped out a huge drug ring before. As he came down the stairs, Hyunsoo turned on his cell phone and searched for Incheon Commissioner Go Junhwan on the Inte. [Incheon Commissioner Go Junhwan, the youngest ever, revealed that he had rmended the police to his two sons.] [Lecture on Police Officers with Incheon Commissioner Go Junhwan.] [Incheon Commissioner Go Junhwan dered at this briefing that he would eradicate crime in the Incheon area..] There was no article with useful information. Hyunsoo then scrolled down. Then an article appeared. [Incheon Commissioner Go Junhwan, an ex-investigator, uses his old skills to give special practical instructions to the major crime team.] Ex-investigator. A person well-versed in investigations. In other words, unlike Commissioner Kim Taek, Go Junhwan held the Incheon Commissioner position due to the results of the investigation he had umted step by step. This kind of person is making slush funds. It was then. What did he say? Team Leader Heo Insung appeared out of nowhere and blocked Hyunsoo. He pretended not to be interested and told him that the Commissioner was looking for him, but he seemed quite anxious. Hyunsoo, who had been watching Team Leader Heo quietly, spoke dryly as he moved his steps. He gave me a case. Case? What case? Do you want to investigate slush funds? Huh? What slush funds? Hyunsoo made a mischievous expression toward Heo Insung, whose head was tilting. Team Leader-nim, the slush funds that were swindled back in cooperation with criminals. What? Im just joking. Yah! Heo Insung, whose face was white in an instant, grabbed Hyunsoo''s cor and said. It, it''s not real, is it? No. Why would Commissioner-nim care about Team Leader-nim? He wouldn''t even know your name. Thats true but No, so what case did he entrust? Ask him yourself. Hyunsoo moved on, leaving theining Team Leader Heo Insung behind. Then, making sure no one was around, he turned on his cell phone and called someone. President Park, are you free now? It''s not difficult this time, it''s what you do best. * * * At that time. Seoul Commissioner Kim Taek''s room. With a knock, the door opened and a tall middle-aged man entered. You took a picture with Inspector Lee Hyunsoo, who is famous for being the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agencys nutcase. The man''s name was Park Seunggil, the deputy chief of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s investigation team. Sharp eyes and angr jawline. Moreover, he was much taller than the average person, and the overwhelming power of his atmosphere was considerable. Whether he''s crazy or not, he''s the star police officer that the media is paying attention to. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil sat in front of Commissioner Kim Taek. Commissioner Kim Taek had a cold smile unlike when he faced Hyunsoo. Besides, I like him because hes crazy, isn''t it perfect for us to tame him and throw him away as soon as there''s a problem? That''s true. There''s nothing to worry about around him, in Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, its said that he was a viin and his colleagues didn''t like him. He''s just a guy with nothing. Actually, I''m stuck on that part. Commissioner Kim Taek''s head turned at the words of Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. Which part? The part where a guy with no connections or anything can''t get his act together and provoke others like that. That''s not what a normal person would do, is it? Commissioner Kim Taek shook his head. There are people like that by nature. Those guys who think they''re heroes and run wild. That''s why Lee Hyunsoo became a star. That''s true, but. Deputy Chief Park, just rx. Hyunsoo, seen from the position of themissioner, was only a police officer receiving the attention of public opinion as a mere inspector. There was nothing to fear or be afraid of. For Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Commissioner Kim Taek, who was about to sit as the Commissioner General, Hyunsoo was just a bullet. If it goes well, Deputy Chief Park will have a junior he can trust, and if things don''t go well, he can just be cut off. He''s just that kind of guy, you know? Deputy Chief Park Seunggil nodded at Commissioner Kim Taek''s words. Yes, I understand. * * * Now, good job everyone! But first, let''s toast to Inspector Lee Hyunsoo of our Team 1, who made this asion possible! Cheers! That evening. An alley across from Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. In the pork belly restaurant filled with smoke, the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s Major Crime Investigation Team 1 and Team 2 were having a get-together. For Inspector Lee Hyunsoo! Cheers! The clinking of sses came from several tables. The person who made the toast was Han Daesung, the team leader of Team 2. It was a toast on behalf of Team Leader Heo Insung, who was already drunk and had his head stuck in the corner. How many cups did your team leader pour, seeing that he stretched out like that even before the get-together started? Team Leader Han Daesung shook his head as he saw Team Leader Heo Insung drunk. Just leave him be, hes just like that. Is it because I did well that his stomach hurt. Hyunsoo, who was answering, stopped talking. This was because Inspector Kim Jinhyuk of Team 2 sat opposite of Hyunsoo with a ss of alcohol. Team 2 Inspector Kim, what brings you to this table? Inspector Kim Jinhyuk smiled lightly at Hyunsoo''s unwee expression and filled his ss. I''m having a get-together because my colleague is doing well, so I''ll have to have a drink with him. Let''s toast. He handed the filled ss to Hyunsoo. Then, Hyunsoo and Kim Jinhyuk''s sses collided. So you went to see Commissioner Kim Taek-nim? It was the words of Kim Jinhyuk, who bottomed up the alcohol in one go. Uh, did Team Leader Heo tell you? Well. Yeah. Anyway, what case did he entrust? For Commissioner-nim to directly hand over to the inspector? Hyunsoo drank alcohol with an expression of Guess it on his face. Then. Incheon Commissioner Go Junhwan. . Hyunsoo, who paused after pouring alcohol, looked at Kim Jinhyuk. Looking at your expression, it''s right. When you drink, you can''t control your expression. . Maybe its the slush funds? At the same time, Hyunsoo put the ss down on the table. How did I know? Well, just a guess. Actually, I think that''s the only reason Commissioner-nim would call you separately. At the time when Hyunsoo''s eyebrows were furrowed, his cell phone on the table vibrated. Excuse me for a moment. You know I was in Incheon police station, right? With Commissioner Go Junhwan. Kim Jinhyuk continued to talk to Hyunsoo, who was getting up. Ask me if you have any questions. Then, with Kim Jinhyuks smile, Hyunsoo left the restaurant. What is he up to? Jiiing- Jiiing- As the cell phone kept ringing, Hyunsoo put the cell phone to his ear. Uh, President Park. Say it. -I looked into it as you said earlier, and when I looked for it, there was something that came out, so I bought it right away. All right, good job. Hyunsoo put down his phone. His smile, not showing what he was thinking, was drawn. But one thing was for sure. Now he was going to pour the astronomical amount of money he had into solving crimes. __________ *The Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit is literally an organization that investigates crimes urring inrge areas (wide areas). In other words, crimes under the jurisdiction of two or more police stations are investigated. Chapter 18 Chapter 18 It was the next morning. An undeveloped wastnd on the outskirts of Seoul. Hyunsoo and President Park were standing there. Here? Yes, I bought all of them in cash. Even if they search all the contracts and bank statements, your name won''te up. Hyunsoo nodded and looked around the ground. And the owner of thend happily sold it because I sang it several times more than the market price. It was difficult because only thend in this neighborhood was not being sold. Somehow, he babbled about not being able to live in Korea anymore, and that he was going abroad. So I guess you don''t have to worry about that either. What about Commissioner Go Junhwan? Ah, it''s in front of thisnd. President Park pointed with his finger at the fenced-innd in the distance. Undeveloped wastnd simr to thend purchased by Hyunsoo. The entire area is in the name of Commissioner Go Junhwan''s wife. If he puts it under his wife''s name, it means he bought it with clean money. On the previous day, Hyunsoo asked President Park to look into the assets of Incheon Commissioner Go Junhwan. Land, buildings, everything he can own. The tens of thousands of pyeong ofnd were thus found like that. Hyunsoo looked around once again. It was said that thend in Seoul was a gold mine, but the probability of development here was low. No, as he searched whileing here, for some reason, the media were all showing negative views. As Hyunsoo looked at the ground and rubbed his chin, President Park opened his mouth. Wouldn''t it be possible to buy it with dirty money after washing it? I don''t know why he chose thisnd but. That''s right. Hyunsoo, who was nodding his head, suddenly looked at President Park as if something came to mind. President Park, how''s your daughter? Pardon? The age difference between President Park and Hyunsoo was not that great. Of course, there was a superior-subordinate rtionship between them, a detective and a criminal who was released from prison. Is she entering elementary school soon? Yes, well. She already has. President Park replied with an awkward face to the sudden family story. You want to be a great dad, don''t you? More than a dad going in and out of prison. Yes, I want to be a proud dad. That''s every father''s dream. President Park, who had made money from his service since he was young, had been imprisoned several times for the incidents that urred while doing it. Getting paid by the rich and powerful to clean up after them. Of course, in the process, it was him who always took the me. President Park, who had been in prison for such a long time, was ovee with a sense of skepticism at some point. Then Hyunsoo came to him. From now on, your body, let''s use it for good deeds. Hyunsoo, who had a lot of money but actually had many restrictions due to his status as a police officer, needed people working for him. So the two held hands. Of course, President Park did not wonder how Hyunsoo had so much money or why he was so obsessed with catching criminals. Because at least he wasn''t helping with bad things. Don''t worry, no one can open my mouth now. Of course, I won''t tell a soul either. Hyunsoo believed in President Park. Hugend plots for unknown reasons. There must be something behind it. Hyunsoo nodded and got into the car. Let''s go have breakfast. * * * A few hourster. A middle-aged woman was sitting in the conference room at the end of the second floor of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Lee Hyunsoo. Charisma that seemed to overpower the opponent with her eyes and cigarette smoke that came out of her mouth. A woman with her short hair tied tightly. It was Senior Inspector Shin Miye of the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Homicide Squad. Creaak- The door opened and Hyunsoo raised his hand. Salute. Uh, you''re Lee Hyunsoo. Salute,e in. As soon as the door of the conference room closed, Hyunsoo, who was looking at Senior Inspector Shin Miye, spat out a determined voice. The interior is a non-smoking area. Ah sorry. Senior Inspector Shin Miye sighed and put out the cigarette. Then, she immediately shook hands with Hyunsoo. Nice to meet you, I am Senior Inspector Shin Miye of the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Homicide Squad. The only female police of the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Homicide Squad. Hyunsoo also heard something about Senior Inspector Shin Miye. A detective who was a former boxer and overpowered criminals who were usuallyrger than her on the spot at once. Hyunsoo took her hand. I am Lee Hyunsoo. Lets sit. She looked rough, and she seemed like a police officer who only smoked indoors. A detective who is said to pursue and arrest the criminal, once bitten, until he dies.. Even before Hyunsoo was called the viin of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, she was a detective who was called a mad dog. As Hyunsoo sat down, Senior Inspector Shin Miye opened her mouth. You know, right? Commissioner Kim Taek-nim asked us to catch him because of the Commissioner General position. I know. But we''re the cops anyway, and we have no choice but to do it as he demanded, but Looking at it, I don''t think he''s a good guy. Right? Hyunsoo tilted his head at Senior Inspector Shin Miye who spoke in a roundabout way that did not match her personality. What are you trying to say? No, just in case. You were rumored to be a crazy idiot with a sense of duty. Isn''t this a target investigation? I''m afraid you''ll get in the way. I hate having to exin to someone on the same side and being tired like that. If that''s the case, don''t worry, I''m a man who puts catching criminals beforepanionship. I like it, good. Senior Inspector Shin Miye turned her head and lifted the bag from the chair. Arge amount of documents and photos were visible when the bag was opened. Rustle- They were spread out on the table. Hyunsoo scanned the documents with his eyes. Incheon Commissioner Go Junhwans family rtions, academic background, and the cases he investigated. There were unusual photos behind the documents. Commissioner Go Junhwan sat at a Korean restaurant and drank, and Go Junhwan shook hands with political figures. In addition to this, a meeting with the vice president of a conglomerate with a factory in Incheon, and a meeting with the chairman of a constructionpany reputed to operate with dirty money. It was apletely different image of Commissioner Go Junhwan from the reputation that was shown in the media and known within the police. All of these. However, what surprised Hyunsoo was the amount of information Senior Inspector Shin Miye brought. As I''ve heard, once she has bitten someone, shes the kind of person who digs up until the day that person is at deaths door. Hyunsoo looked at her with awe-inspiring eyes, and Senior Inspector Shin Miye uttered a dry voice as if nothing had happened. Go Junhwan, Commissioner of the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency. You''ve been looking at the details, haven''t you? Yes, he was an ex-investigator, and unlike Commissioner-nim, I saw that he had solved quite a lot of cases. Thats right. She handed over one of the files on the table to Hyunsoo. A police officer who was in charge of the investigation, had a good track record, and was serious about catching criminals. For a person like that has slush funds, it makes one wonder, right? Frankly, yes. Look. Senior Inspector Shin Miye nodded toward the file Hyunsoo received. The possibility of damaging evidence in Jihan Construction''s poor construction case. The possibility that the son of the leader of the first opposition party rejected the drug allegation case itself. First of all, those two are the most certain. This. Hyunsoo, who was looking at the data, raised his head. Can we trust this? You don''t trust it? No, but isnt it possible that Commissioner Kim Taek-nim manipted it because he was blinded by the position of Commissioner General? Senior Inspector Shin Miye nodded at Hyunsoos narrowed eyes. That''s right, it makes sense. But you can trust this. I got it from a really trustworthy source. May I ask who it is? Eyy, that''s not polite. Senior Inspector Shin Miye shook her head. Anyway, the point is that this is how they formed illegal collusion and created slush funds. But there''s a problem. What''s the problem? The evidence seems more certain than I thought. I don''t know where the slush fund is. Wouldn''t it be in a house or a vi under a borrowed name? No, Commissioner Go lives in a shabby apartment which is over 30 years old. I don''t know if it''s for show, but he can''t put that much money in there unless hes really brave. The estimated amount of slush funds umted through collusion and illegal activities was about 10 billion Won or more. Unless he had already secretly washed his money, he must have hidden it somewhere in cash. Im sure therere ledgers as well as slush funds. Maybe. A ce came to Hyunsoos mind, who was racking his brain with Senior Inspector Shin Miye. The right ce to have big cash in real life, out of reach and out of sight. Did you see thend on the outskirts of Seoul among the properties listed by Commissioner Go Junhwan? The outskirts of Seoul? I think I saw it? Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who was looking through the documents on the table, pulled out a document. More than 10,000 pyeong ofnd outside Seoul in the name of Commissioner Go''s wife. Dont tell me down here. Hyunsoo nodded as he looked at Senior Inspector Shin Miyes sparkling eyes. Chapter 19 Chapter 19 I heard that you always act up and behave out of your ce, but you''re pretty quiet? As expected, rumors can''t be trusted. In the car going to thend of Commissioner Go Junhwan. Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who was holding the steering wheel, turned her head to Hyunsoo in the passenger seat. Who Is that so? I''m the type of person who acts up? Team Leader Heo. Our Team Leader-nim? We''re in the same ss. Ah. A light sigh escaped Hyunsoo''s mouth. Well, no matter how badly I behave, I won''t do it all the time. By the way. Hyunsoo''s gaze turned to the cigarette in Senior Inspector Shin Miye''s mouth. Do you happento be a heavy smoker? You really smoke all the time. Looking at the fact that you have no distinction between what to say and what not to say to a senior, rumors arent just rumors. She nced at Hyunsoo and said as she extinguished her cigarette. Okay now? Yep. Hyunsoo lowered the window slightly and checked the outside. Thend in the name of Commissioner Go Junhwan''s wife was in the outskirts of Seoul. Cars blocking the roads were gradually opening up, and Hyunsoo''s car was running fast on the road. We''re almost there. It was when Hyunsoo turned his head and looked forward at the words of Senior Inspector Shin Miye. ! A scene of the incident began to sh through Hyunsoo''s head again. * * * You stupid bastard!! Can''t you manage one of them?!! It was early evening after the sun had set. Thend named after Commissioner Go Junhwan''s wife, where Hyunsoo and Senior Inspector Shin Miye were heading. In the middle of it were men who did not appear to be police, Commissioner Go Junhwan with an iron pipe, and a man who was knocked down by the pipe. I''m sure I''ve been saying this!! Keep an eye on the old man to see if he''s digging or not! Im, Im sorry! The iron pipe in Commissioner Go Junhwan''s hand mercilessly struck the fallen man on the back. If I get caught, will you take responsibility?! Uh?! Will you?! Commissioner Go Junhwan lowered his posture and looked down at the man with glinting eyes. . His eyes were bloody as if he would kill him at any moment. The man who fell on the floor was a police officer at the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency, one of Commissioner Go Junhwan''s hands and feet. Slush funds and everything are here. Do you really want to see me go to prison?! As he was the hand and foot of Commissioner Go Junhwan, he was in charge of managing thend where Commissioner Go''s slush fund was hidden. Of course, including monitoring thend around it. However, a few days ago, as directed by Hyunsoo, President Park bought thend next to Commissioner Gos. I''m not the only one going to jail. If I get caught, you have to take off your uniform too! Land prices had fallen due to extensive media propaganda. Unless there was a particr purpose, no one would suddenly buynd. So Commissioner Go thought that the guy who bought thend must be after him. Co, Commissioner-nim, next, next time. Enough. Commissioner Go Junhwan straightened his back and continued speaking in a low voice. Find out who bought it, the prosecutors or the police. Ha, is he from Kim Taeks side? What he is trying to do buying thisnd. Do you get it?! Yes, yes! Then he walked leisurely toward the car, leaving the bleeding man behind. * * * Assault? It''s not murder. Back in the car. Hyunsoo stroked his chin. In the scene in his head, Commissioner Go Junhwan apparently left the man behind. Furthermore, the man he assaulted was a police officer. No matter how corrupt themissioner was, it was unlikely that he would kill his underling police. There were quite a few eyes. Murder in thend of his wife''s name. Hyunsoo shook his head. In the end, there was one reason why Commissioner Go Junhwan was so angry. Slush funds and everything are here. Do you really want to see me go to prison?! With this, it was confirmed that slush funds were buried with ledgers in the ground. What remained now was how to make that slush fund into legal evidence. What are you thinking about? Hearing the voice from the side, Hyunsoo turned his head. Pardon? Its nothing. We''re almost there. Senior Inspector Shin Miye pointed forward with her finger. * * * After a while. Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who got out of the car, was walking around the fence and examining the ground. I think it''s around there. A ce where the color of thend seen in the distance was different. It looked like the ce where the ground had been dug up once on arge scale. Unlike Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who squinted at the ground, Hyunsoo was leaning against the car and looking at his cell phone. But is there a reason why it is here?? The size of thend that Go Junhwan bought was enormous. He wouldn''t have spent this much money unnecessarily to hide his slush funds. It was when Hyunsoo was scrolling down his cell phone just in case there was any other information. Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who returned from looking at the ground, tapped Hyunsoo on the shoulder. If you go over there, there is a ce where the ground has been dug once. I think it''s buried there. There was only one ce that looked suspicious. However, there was no way to check. It was because there were men watching Hyunsoo and Senior Inspector Shin Miye carefully through the fence. Were in trouble. I think it''s evidence, but if we go in illegally and dig it, the evidence bes invalid.. Criminal Procedure Act Article 108-2. Exclusion of Evidence Illegally Obtained, any evidence obtained in vition of the due process shall not be admissible. Therefore, if they illegally enter Go Junhwan''snd and find evidence, all of it could be in vain. Then. Senior Inspector-nim. Hyunsoo handed the cell phone he was holding to Senior Inspector Shin Miye. Floating on the screen were articles about thisnd. All of these are articles about thisnd? But why? Thisnd. Didn''t the articles all write the same thing? As if they were deliberately trying to lower the price ofnd. Yes, indeed. Senior Inspector Shin Miye nodded. Thend was bought en masse by themissioner of a police agency, who concealed the corruption, and a mediapany that intentionally spread articles to lower thend price. It was a familiar repertoire. I mean, it has to do with the political world. Sooner orter, thesends will explode in price. Hyunsoo nodded. Then Senior Inspector Shin Miye opened her mouth. Shall we investigate the surrounding area? Do you know? All the people around here could be politicians or chaebols. At her words, Hyunsoo''s face hardened for a moment. This was because thend right in front of it was thend of President Park, who bought it under his direction. Of course, the connection between President Park and Hyunsoo had beenpletely erased. But rather than being suspected for nothing. Hyunsoo frowned and shook his head. That''s good, but wouldn''t it be hard to investigate everything? It''s all probably borrowed names. That''s true. Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who was nodding, leaned against the car. No matter how much Commissioner Kim Taek helped, it was to catch the corruption of the local policemissioner who was involved in politics. Therefore, it was clear that it would be difficult to obtain a warrant for a slush fund investigation with unclear evidence. However, if they went in illegally and searched for slush funds, the validity of the evidence would be lost.. Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who had been thinking for a long time, spat out. Guess we''ll have to go the old-fashioned way. What do you mean? We need to tail him. Who he meets, where he goes. That way we''ll get a sense of what hes up to. Sometimes, this type of foot-running investigation was the most efficient way. If Commissioner Go Junhwan bought such arge site, and if there was someone who looked after him, he must be someone who was influential enough to know. Then, lets go immediately to the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency and follow Commissioner Go.. If that''s the case, I''ve already done it. At the same time Senior Inspector Shin Miye opened the door and got into the car, Hyunsoo turned on his cell phone. Huh? Then, he tapped the screen and showed a picture to Senior Inspector Shin Miye. Commissioner Go Junhwan is currently at a Korean restaurant in Cheongdam-dong. It was a picture of Commissioner Go Junhwan, who was drinking with a man whose back could only be seen. How can you? As Senior Inspector Shin Miye''s eyes widened, Hyunsoo shrugged. A few hours ago. It was when he was eating after looking around thend with President Park. Followed? And its Incheon Commissioner on top of that Haa, the pay is a bit high. No matter how righteous Hyunsoo''s job was, President Park had apany he was in charge of, so he tended to make urate calctions. Hyunsoo nodded happily at President Park, who make a circle with his finger and smacked his lips. I''ll pay you twice as much, please put the kids together right now. Who hes meeting, where hes going, every move. Thus, Hyunsoo attached a tail to Commissioner Go Junhwan. Because in order to know what he did and how, Hyunsoo had to know the people he met. Jiiing- Then, another text message was sent to Hyunsoo''s cell phone. This must be him. The guy who''s ying with thend. It was a frontal picture of the man who had been drinking with Commissioner Go Junhwan just before. A man who boasted a thick chin and smiled with his teeth exposed. Congressman Cha Hyunchang? Hyunsoo nodded. Chapter 20 Chapter 20 I heard that the son of Bank President Han also bought it, isn''t this why everyone is going crazy to repay the favor to Congressman Cha? A high-ss Korean restaurant located in Cheongdam-dong. Congressman Cha Hyunchang and Commissioner Go Junhwan were sitting in the room and drinking. Didnt Congressman Kim, who is quite powerful in the party, also buy thend thanks to Congressman Cha? When the development articlees out soon andnd prices begin to soar. Commissioner Go Junhwan held the ss and made a noise with his mouth, pretending to float the ss of alcohol as if an airne were flying. Bang! If it explodes, Congressman Kim can push you as a presidential candidate! Hahahaha! No, thats too far! Hahahaha! Congressman Cha Hyunchang, who was quietly looking at Commissioner Go Junhwan, burst intoughter. Soon after, the two sses collided. And when a few more drinks were exchanged, Commissioner Go Junhwan slowly opened his mouth. How''s your son doing? Originally, drugs are hard to stop regardless of people''s will, so you shouldn''t start in the first ce.. Perhaps it was an ufortable story, but Congressman Cha Hyunchang cleared his throat without answering. Well, what should I be worried about, since he is the son of Congressman Cha! Have another drink. With a nice smile, Commissioner Go Junhwan poured alcohol into the empty ss. Actually, it was a few months ago. The investigation into the drug injection and transaction involving the son of Congressman Cha Hyunchang was closed. No, the case was received, but the case itself was not received under the order of Commissioner Go Junhwan. But isnt it thanks to him that our Commissioner Go is getting this rich? Congressman Cha Hyunchang''s low voice flowed. Information on thend outside Seoul and political connections received in return for covering the case of Congressman Cha''s son. That''s right! Hahaha! Commissioner Go Junhwan let out a loudugh as he drank. However, for a moment, Commissioner Go said, looking worried about what was going on. But again, these days, there is a lot of interest in the drug cases of celebrities and politicians'' children It''s not easy to keep this froming out. At that, Congressman Cha Hyunchang quietly drank. nk. Congressman Cha put down his empty ss. His gaze slowly turned to Commissioner Go Junhwan. Thus, tension grew between the two. Soon, however, the corners of Congressman Cha Hyunchang''s mouth rose. Commissioner Go, did you say your younger son is preparing to get a job? My acquaintance is from K Group, so should we make a bridge with their management team? If it''s K group Aigoo! Congressman Cha! The smirk on his face a moment ago went away immediately, and Commissioner Go Junhwan, who hurriedly straightened his posture, poured Congressman Cha Hyunchang a drink again. Then I''m so thankful! Actually, I didn''t say that hoping for something like this, but I''m treating you today! Let''s do it! Hahahaha! Once again, the two drinking sses collided. * * * At that time. Hallway of the restaurant. There was a man dressed as an employee who was tidying up his clothes while listening to the loudughter of the two. . The man nced around and headed toward the end of the deserted hallway. The man stopped walking and pressed the earphones in his ears. I''m ready. Then, Hyunsoo''s voice came through the earphones in his ears. -You heard it from President Park, right? Put it under the water bottle so that it doesn''t show. At the same time, the man took something t out of the back pocket of his pants. It was a micro recorder. I understand. * * * Knock knock- Excuse me. Drrrr- The door opened, and Commissioner Go Junhwan and Congressman Cha exchanged drinks happily were seen. Hahahaha! Why don''t you have a drink, Commissioner-nim! The waiter entered with a slight bow of his head, bent his knees, and set the water bottle and sses on the table from the tray. Hup, its all gone. Congressman Cha, who was pouring the alcohol, turned his eyes to the waiter after confirming that the bottle was empty. Oi. Yes, do you need anything else? Bring me two more bottles of alcohol here. Yes sir. It was when the waiter who had emptied the tray confirmed and began to leave. Jiiing- Commissioner Go Junhwan''s phone rang. The waiter looked behind and closed the door after leaving the room. Then Commissioner Go quietly answered the phone. Talk What?! You let him sell it? Tak. The door closed and the man walked down the hallway. cing the empty tray beside him, he pressed his earphones. It''s done. * * * After a while, in Hyunsoo''s car. -How''s your son doing? Originally, drugs are. -But isnt it thanks to him that our Commissioner Go is getting this rich. -Commissioner Go, did you say your younger son is My acquaintance is from K Group, so should we make a bridge with their management team. -Actually, I didn''t say that hoping for something like this, but I''m treating you today! The voices of Commissioner Go Junhwan and Congressman Cha Hyunchang were heard from Hyunsoo''s cell phone. In the end, Commissioner Go Junhwan was the exact opposite of the media image. Commissioner Go Junhwan became a corrupt police out of ambition for money. And Commissioner Kim Taek was trying to overtake him to take the position of Commissioner General. I need Commissioner Kim Taek. He intended to use Commissioner Kim Taek. In order to do so, Go Junhwan must copse as Commissioner Kim Taek wished. Hyunsoo touched his phone and looked ahead. First, the trust of Commissioner Kim Taek. Even if they did not directlymit corruption together, they had to build trust. Hyunsoo was more ambitious in his position than in money, and for that, he wanted to hold Kim Taek''s hand tightlyhe had to instill trust in Commissioner Kim Taek. When Hyunsoo kept thinking. The car door burst open and Senior Inspector Shin Miye entered, holding two cups of coffee in one hand. Here, drink up. Thank you. As Hyunsoo epted the coffee, she said. How, have you thought of a way? I have one, but. Hyunsoo hesitated with a troubled look. Senior Inspector-nim needs to help me. * * * After some time. It was after the assault against the junior detective of Commissioner Go Junhwan, which Hyunsoo had seen. Uh ugh. Commissioner Go Junhwan''s subordinate policeman got up while grabbing the ce he was hit. Two bodyguards standing next to him helped him as he got up with a whimper. Let go of me! He told us to watch you until you leave. If you''re angry, we don''t know what to do. We are sorry. But their role was to monitor the subordinate police. The policeman bit his lip and shook off the bodyguards'' hands. F*ck, hes been treating me like a servant and now hes treating me like a thief?! With an unjust expression, he wiped the blood from his mouth. Ha. While under themand of Commissioner Go Junhwan, he did everything he asked without asking any questions. Even though Commissioner Go treated him as a bug, he endured, believing that the road would open if he sat in the position of the Commissioner General. However. At this rate, I''ll be thrown away as soon as he bes the Commissioner General. He was anxious. Commissioner Go Junhwan, who hit people this far because of such a mistake, now had no guarantee that he would guide him even if he sat in the Commissioner General''s seat. Let''s go. It was when the subordinate police were caught in the hands of the bodyguards with aplicated expression and moved. Who are you? Someone blocked their way. It was Senior Inspector Shin Miye. You must not enter thisnd recklessly! At that moment, the bodyguard who was talking stopped. It was because Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who was in front of him, disappeared and something swept past him. When the bodyguard behind them frowned at the darkened vision. Ugh! The other bodyguard copsed with a short scream. What, what! And at the same time, the bodyguard behind felt a fist struck in the stomach and fell forward. Excuse me for a second. Then. Didyou make them pass out? Hyunsoo trudged in front of the fallen bodyguards and the subordinate policeman who couldn''t figure out what was going on. Only then did Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who came in from behind the streetlight, nodded. Uh. Do you have a problem with it? No I just asked you to suppress them for a little bit. Yah, how am I holding these two down at the same time. It''sfortable to just knock them out. It was only then that Hyunsoo remembered that she was a former boxer. Hyunsoo slowly approached the man, nodding his head with an understanding face. Detective Kang Jiseok-nim? Who, who are you! When his name was called, the man raised his head and looked at Hyunsoo. A frightened expression. After looking alternately at the fallen bodyguards on both sides, he looked at Hyunsoo with eyes that were about to cry. Did, did Commissioner Go send you? Is he going to bury me for this?! His eyes shook with anxiety. He thought that such a day woulde one day, but not yet. What''s the point of this! It''s the fault of the guy who sold thend. Did I sell it! This was where the illegal funds and ledgers were buried. Of course, it was also his fault for not tidying up the surroundings. Still, this wasn''t it. So far, Commissioner Go Junhwan had closed his eyes tightly for only one person, covered the case, and pretended not to know the victims. Even if he was a corrupt detective and blinded by money and promotions, he was also a human being. He abandoned his sense of duty as a police officer and devoted his whole body to Commissioner Go.. I, I can''t die like this. This isn''t it! No! How much money I have taken care of for him?! He screamed and slowly bent his knees, then began to weep over his injustice. Looking at him, Hyunsoo opened his mouth with a troubled face. Now now, Detective-nim. I''m not here to kill you. However, the man didn''t seem to be able to hear Hyunsoo''s words. No!! Please call Commissioner Go. How, how sincere I was! You''re not killing me like this! The man grabbed Hyunsoo by the shoulder and talked constantly. Then Hyunsoo, who sighed lightly, snatched the man by the cor. Detective-nim, I''m not here to kill you. Only then did the man stop talking, and Hyunsoo continued. The one I came to kill is Commissioner Go Junhwan. Not you Then, as if he could finally hear Hyunsoo''s words, his pupils, which had calmed down, slowly turned toward Hyunsoo. What? When I see you behave like this, you know too, right? Eventually, you''ll be dumped by Commissioner Go. . He can bury you quietly in a ce like this, or he cany the me on you for everything Commissioner Go did. The man listening to Hyunsoo bowed his head. No matter how much he thought about it, Hyunsoo was right. A used and abandoned hound, the least powerful among them. It was almost certain that he would disappear as a sacrifice to cover up the wrongdoing of Commissioner Go. So what do you want? But who are you toe all the way here and do this. Hyunsoo rose slowly. What do you want?! Don''t be killed by such scum, just pay for your crimes. What? That''s what I want. Chapter 21 Chapter 21 The next morning, the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Commissioner Kim Taek''s office. Hyunsoo was sitting in front of Commissioner Kim Taek and Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. So how''s the investigation going? At Commissioner Kim Taek''s words, Hyunsoo took out his cell phone from his pocket. Soon after, Commissioner Go Junhwan''s voice came from his cell phone. -But isnt it thanks to him that our Commissioner Go is getting this rich. -Commissioner Go, did you say your younger son is preparing to get a job My acquaintance is from K Group, so should we make a bridge with their management team. Tik- The recording ended. Then Deputy Chief Park Seunggil turned his head. The Congressman Cha who was talking with Commissioner Go Junhwan is. That''s right. Congressman Cha Hyunchang. Commissioner Kim Taek took a sip of tea and opened his mouth. But who recorded it? From what I''ve heard, I don''t think one of them did it. The employee did. So this recording is not valid as legal evidence. However, the quality of information is very good. The fact that Commissioner Go Junhwan bought thend was due to the information received from Congressman Cha Hyunchang. And with that information, he covered up the crime of Congressman Cha''s son. All of the slush funds and ledgers so far are buried in thend of Commissioner Go Junhwan. What? All slush funds and ledgers? Yes. Hyunsoo showed a picture of a man on his cell phone to Commissioner Kim Taek. The man whose face was covered with scars was the subordinate policeman of Commissioner Go Junhwan whom they met on thend the night before. He is the right-hand man of Commissioner Go, a detective from the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency. But what''s wrongwith him? He confessed, there are slush funds and ledgers under thend. Of course, I didn''t cause these wounds, it was Commissioner Go''s work. So? Those were the words of Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. Looking at Hyunsoo with sharp eyes, he continued. Did you think you could get an investigation warrant for thend that Congressman Cha talk about? Congressman Cha Hyunchang was famous as a very powerful member of the National Assembly. And Commissioner Go was backed by such a member. The confession of the subordinate policeman was not enough to obtain a warrant. Commissioner-nim will meet Congressman Cha Hyunchang. What? That''s the only way. The biggest obstacle to obtaining a warrant for Commissioner Go''snd was Congressman Cha Hyunchang''s influence. If he was not an opponent that could be defeated by Commissioner Kim Taek, there was no choice but to make the opponent their ally. Persuade him. As you heard in the recording, the rtionship between Congressman Cha and Commissioner Go is not very strong. That''s right, but. If you change Congressman Cha''s mind, I''ll apply for a warrant right away. If I find the slush funds of Commissioner Go Junhwan, the position of Commissioner General will be yours. Commissioner Kim Taek looked at Hyunsoo with troubled eyes. From the point of view of Congressman Cha, Commissioner Go Junhwan or Commissioner-nim will be the same. What Congressman Cha needs is a powerful police officer anyway. That''s what I''m saying, he already has a rtionship with Commissioner Go, so there''s no reason to abandon him and choose me. Doesn''t Commissioner Go have the weakness of Congressman Cha? Congressman Chas son. The son of Congressman Cha Hyunchang, whose case being received waspletely prevented by Commissioner Go Junhwan. With it, fromnd information to employment for Commissioner Go''s son, Congressman Cha would not want to be dragged around like this anymore. So, you''re saying that he would rather take my hand. Hyunsoo nodded. Then Commissioner Kim Taek, who was rubbing his chin, spat out. All right, I''ll meet him. * * * Hyunsoo, who came out of Commissioner Kim Taek''s room, was walking down the hallway. As he approached the end of the hallway, a familiar voice called Hyunsoo from behind. Inspector Lee Hyunsoo. Hyunsoo turned around. It was Deputy Chief of Investigation Park Seunggil who followed Hyeon-soo. Yes, Deputy Chief-nim. Do you have anything you want to say? Hyunsoo put on a light smile and looked at Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. He was the right-hand man of Commissioner Kim Taek, and rumor had it that he had been appointed as the sessor to the position of the next Commissioner of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Unlike Commissioner Kim Taek, who looked amiable, his eyes were nted and his force overflowing with ferocity. He slowly approached and opened his mouth. What''s the reason for doing this? What are you talking about? Im talking about Commissioner Kim Taek-nim, Commissioner Go Junhwan is a person who even collects slush funds, so you can go crazy and catch him. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil, who stopped walking, let out a small voice that only Hyunsoo could hear. Therefore, there''s no need to associate Commissioner Kim Taek-nim with Congressman Cha, right? His expression and tone were all suspicious of Hyunsoo. His expression was curious as to why the man who had run amok when he saw criminals had suddenly be the faithful hound of Commissioner Kim Taek. I think I said it clearly. That''s the only way to get a warrant for Commissioner Go Junhwan''snd. And. And? Just like Deputy Chief Park, the higher Commissioner Kim Taek-nim goes up, the better. . Because that''s my line. Line? Well, I''ve been ying the role of a righteous police a little over the top, but aren''t all civil servants the same? Hyunsoo raised one corner of his mouth. Like a corrupt police officer who said he could do anything to get a promotion. The higher and faster he goes, the better. Well, for me, who had no personal connections or anything, building a track record quickly was the only way to go. But now I don''t have to. . Commissioner Kim Taek-nim is there. * * * At that time. Conference room on the 1st floor of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Detective Kang Jiseok, the subordinate of Commissioner Go Junhwan, was applying ointment to the wound on his face. Oh, you took a lot of pictures secretly. These were the words of Senior Inspector Shin Miye, who was looking at Kang Jiseok''s cell phone, which contained photos of slush funds buried in the ground. You should''ve done it earlier if you''re going to betray him like this anyway. That''s what I was holding on to as well. Then. Knock knock- It''s me. The door opened and Hyunsoo came in. Uh, did you finish talking to Commissioner-nim? Yes. He said yes, and he''ll probably do it as nned. After sneaking a look at Detective Kang Jiseok, Hyunsoo sat a little far away from him. Then he let out a small sigh. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. Unlike Commissioner Kim Taek, he was a suspicious person. He seemed to not easily trust Hyunsoo, who hinted and expressed his greed for promotion.. Then. Senior Inspector Shin Miye approached and touched Hyunsoo. Inspector Lee. Yes. But how did you know? That that detective will betray him. Senior Inspector Shin Miye quietly made a chin gesture toward Detective Kang Jiseok. No, how did you know that he was about to copse in blood there and told me to wait? The incident that passed through Hyunsoo''s mind. The scene where Commissioner Go Junhwan''s subordinate copsed after being assaulted. Of course, he couldn''t tell the truth to Senior Inspector Shin Miye. It''s a hunch. A detective''s hunch. What hunch are you talking about, yah, how many years have I been a detective. Senior Inspector Shin Miye narrowed her eyes toward Hyunsoo, who was waving his hands. Then. Its not that kind of hunch. It''s all luck. Its hit or miss, you can''t just rely on things like that because you''re lucky, you know? Right. Hyunsoo smiled and changed the subject. By the way, is the reporter who agreed to do the interview trustworthy? The confession made by Commissioner Go Junhwan''s subordinate detective. The slush funds and ledgers of Commissioner Go were buried in the ground. Hyunsoo nned to leak this confession to the media as well. It was to make it easier for Congressman Cha Hyunchang to betray Commissioner Go Junhwan by putting Commissioner Go in jeopardy on a grand scale. I''m sure Commissioner Go will try to control the media. That person should be a reporter who won''t copse under external pressure. Don''t worry, shes a reliable reporter. It was then. The door crept open with a knock. Oh, looks like shes here And a woman with a familiar face came in. Huh? Reporter Seo Gaeun-nim? She was Seo Gaeun, a reporter from TN Broadcasting, who came to Hyunsoo''s house a few days ago. Hyunsoo was not the only one surprised. Reporter Seo Gaeun, whose eyes were round, alternately looked at Hyunsoo and Senior Inspector Shin Miye. Senior Inspector Shin, the detective you were working with is Detective Lee Hyunsoo-nim? Is that her? The reporter who was going to do the interview? * * * After a while. In front of the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency. Several cars were lined up, and Hyunsoo, Senior Inspector Shin Miye, and the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit were waiting inside. We have to collect the evidence as soon as the warrantes out, so send the rest of the people there. Senior Inspector Shin Miye nodded at Hyunsoo''s words. Then, except for Hyunsoo''s car, the rest of the cars began to leave the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency. At that time, Hyunsoo''s phone in his pocket vibrated. The caller was Commissioner Kim Taek. -I''m done talking with Congressman Cha, the warrant should be out soon. I understand. Hyunsoo put down his phone and nodded towards Senior Inspector Shin Miye. Soon after, her cell phone rang. The warrant is out, it is passed on to the other team, and Go Junhwan is arrested now. As the car door opened, the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Units detectives, except Hyunsoo, rushed out. At the same time, the figure of Commissioner Go Junhwaning out of the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency came into view. What, what is this! Detectives of the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit surrounded him in an instant. We are from the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit. Commissioner Go Junhwan-nim, you shoulde with us. What nonsense is that! Why are people from the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit taking me? Senior Inspector Shin Miye trudged toward Commissioner Go Junhwan, who was taken aback. A search warrant has been issued for thend in the name of your wife in Sanpo District, Seoul. What, what?! How can there be a warrant. I heard that the slush funds umted there are enormous, and it is said that the ledgers for making the slush funds are also included? ! Commissioner Go Junhwan''s face instantly hardened at her words. How can they. Commissioner Go Junhwan''s face turned pale. When Senior Inspector Shin Miye nodded her head while looking at him, detectives of the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit grabbed Go Junhwan''s arms. Let''s go. I, I don''t know! I don''t know that! It''s not made by me! De, Detective Kang Where is Detective Kang! Kang Jiseok!! At Go Junhwan''s words, Senior Inspector Shin Miye stopped walking. Kang Jiseok? Th, thats right! He did it! That guy made slush funds and everything! Seeing Commissioner Go Junhwan talking nonsense like that, Senior Inspector Shin Miye burst intoughter. Yeah, I know. You know? What? Detective Kang Jiseok confessed everything. Slush funds and ledgers are all buried under the ground. What?! In addition to the corruption you did, it''s a sin. Commissioner Go Junhwan''s face slowly crumbled. The fact that a search warrant was issued for thend meant that Congressman Cha did not look after him anymore. That meant. You tried to kill the dog after hunting was over*, but you got thrown away instead? It was over now. Out of mind, Commissioner Go Junhwan headed to the car with the detectives of the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit. And behind a tree a little away from the car. Hyunsoo was watching from behind as Commissioner Go Junhwan was arrested. In any case, I cleaned up one of the trash. __________ * () - Kill the dog after hunting is over: An expression used to indicate the situation of using something when necessary and throwing it away unsympathetically when not, from its literal meaning of "After a rabbit hunt is over, the now-useless hunting dog is boiled and eaten." Chapter 22 Chapter 22 A Japanese restaurant in Yeoui Province. In the VIP room, Commissioner Kim Taek and Congressman Cha Hyunchang were clinking sses in a bright atmosphere. Thanks to Congressman Cha''s very straightforward personality, things were done quickly, thank you. It''s okay, it doesn''t look like it, but Commissioner Go asked for so many things that I was actually just about to feel a little burdened. Commissioner Go Junhwan had received various rewards under the pretext of Congressman Cha Hyunchang''s son. Commissioner Kim Taek, who knew this through the recording, poured a drink with a light smile. It won''t affect othernds. I also told the Metropolitan Crime Investigation well Probably, there will be no more talk aboutnd in the media. In the end, Congressman Cha Hyunchang was worried about one thing. Congressman Cha had made a profit by selling the information on thend that would soar with news of development soon. That was why he didn''t want the media to pay attention to thend. That''s great. Then why did Commissioner Go hide slush funds there and create this uproar. Congressman Cha Hyunchang poured alcohol into his mouth. In any case, to Cha Hyunchang, Commissioner Go Junhwan was not important, but a powerful police officer. Commissioner Kim Taek of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. It was not a bad choice for Cha Hyunchang to fill him in Go Junhwan''s ce instead. I look forward to your kind cooperation from now on. Commissioner Kim. Aigoo, I should be the one to ask for your kind cooperation. The two sses collided once again. * * * A little time passed, and Commissioner Kim Taek, who said he had work to do, left first, and Congressman Cha Hyunchang was sitting alone and eating. Knock knock- Uh? Commissioner-nim? What, did you forget. Congressman Cha Hyunchang was looking down. Soon the door opened. And it wasn''t Commissioner Kim Taek who came in. Who? It was Hyunsoo. He closed the door with a bright expression and bowed to Congressman Cha Hyunchang. This is Inspector Lee Hyunsoo of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Commissioner Go Junhwan''s location of slush funds was found by.. Ah! That Inspector Lee Hyunsoo! Congressman Cha Hyunchang nodded with a happy expression as if he knew Hyunsoo. Nice to meet you! I really wanted to meet you, but here you are! Thanks to you, I''m going to move on lightly over something that''s almost going to cause a big problem. Its nothing, I just did what I had to do. But why are you here Ah, are you here to see Commissioner Kim? But Commissioner Kim left a while ago. Hyunsoo shook his head as he saw Congressman Cha Hyunchang making a regrettable expression. No, I''m here to see Congressman Cha today. Me? Hyunsoo sat in front of Congressman Cha Hyunchang. Then he found an empty ss, naturally poured alcohol into it, and opened his mouth. Thend in front of Commissioner Go Junhwansnd, I just bought it. Pardon? It''s going to explode soon, so I''m looking forward to it. Ah, haha. Congressman Cha Hyunchang smiled awkwardly. A detective from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency who knew information about thend. Perhaps it was Commissioner Kim Taek''s n, he smiled and thought. But even that was short-lived. Congressman Cha Hyunchang''s face hardened in an instant. It was because of what Hyunsoo said next. Congressman Cha heard about thend from a local city hall official, right? The name is Park Doseok? . Cha Hyunchang''s pale face proved that what Hyunsoo was saying was true. Hyunsoo took out a new chopstick and burst out with a smallugh as if it was fun. For a politician, your poker face is too bad. How can you make it so obvious with things like this? Then, he ate the sashimi in front of him and looked at Congressman Cha. Congressman Cha Hyunchang was still out of his mind. Hyunsoo took the sashimi once again and ate it. Ah, this one is good. Is it because it''s expensive? Hey, look here Inspector Lee Hyunsoo. Ah, and one more. Your son''s drug injection and transaction charges, you stopped them from being received, through Commissioner Go? How, how did you know that.... Hyunsoo took out several photos from his pocket while chewing on the sashimi and threw them on the table. It was a photo of a young man resembling Congressman Cha Hyunchang with powders believed to be drugs. And yet this son of yours can''t get his act together, and he''s still on drugs. He''s been spilling evidence like this. . Child rearing is the hardest, right? He doesn''t listen to you, he doesn''t even know you saved him. What do you want? The cold voice of Congressman Cha Hyunchang blocked Hyunsoo''s words. What I want. Hyunsoo put down his chopsticks. Arrest. What? It wouldn''t be too fun to say arrest, would it? Hyunsoo smirked and drank the cold water. Then, he waved his hand at Congressman Cha Hyunchang, who was waiting for his answer. Don''t worry, I''m not here to catch you. Did Commissioner Kim Taek make you do this? Are you serious? What do you mean? Do I think Commissioner Kim Taek-nim has that much guts? No, do you think he has that much brain to n to this extent? Congressman Cha Hyunchang''s eyes rolled over. His son''s drug case was also a reason, but Congressman Cha initially wanted Commissioner Go Junhwan to sit in the position of Commissioner General. No matter how the cartel is prevalent in the world, you need to have some level of skill to fit into the game. Therefore, Commissioner Kim Taek was just a shell filled with corruption without any skills. That no. It''s an independent action, of course I''d like to sign the contract alone. Contract? What. Officially, hold hands with Commissioner Kim Taek-nim, and unofficially, hold hands with me. * * * Commissioner Kim Taek. A crosswalk opposite the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. When the green light turned on, Hyunsoo moved. And Congressman Cha Hyunchang. By catching Commissioner Go Junhwan, Hyunsoo put them both in his grasp. Of course, he couldntpletely control them, but this was enough. In particr. Congressman Cha Hyunchang. He had been on the elite politician''s course. A man at the end of a perfect power pyramid with connections, backing, money, and everything. If it were an ordinary police officer, he would have been a difficult person to see even if one sat as themissioner of a local police agency, but Hyunsoo was different. Parents who love their son dearly. And Commissioner Go Junhwan, who held that weakness, had gone, so Hyunsoo grabbed that weakness. Now, with that weakness, Hyunsoo was thinking of using Congressman Cha Hyunchang. Then. Herees the traitor. Team Leader Heo Insung and other detectives blocked Hyunsoo from entering the entrance of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Is it okay to do that to a person who is like a family member? Yeah, that''s also the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agencys Commissioner-nim? Because of you, the police are going to get cursed at. Even at a nce, they didn''t have good opinions of Hyunsoo. Team Leader Heo Insung, who stood in the middle, grinned and spat out words. People with wrong nature will do wrong things wherever they go, you turned the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency upside down, In any case, the shame of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency is you all alone. At Heo Insung''s words, the detectives next to him burst intoughter. They are not kids, what are they doing, ganging up on one person? Hyunsoo, who sighed a little, opened his mouth with a smirk. Well, strictly speaking, it''s not because of me. After all, it''s Commissioner Go Junhwan''s fault for taking the money and hiding it in the ground. So, you have such a hard time catching Commissioner Go Junhwan and giving him to the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit, right? You did a great job. Hyunsoo lightly shook his hand at Team Leader Heo Insung, who tried to humiliate him somehow. It''s okay because I have earned the trust of Commissioner Kim. You, you''re not the kind of person who cares about things like that. Changing so abruptly. You don''t know that, I thought I was greedy for the position again. Hyunsoo tapped Team Leader Heo Insung, who blinked his eyes, on the shoulder and turned around. Then Ill go now, because Commissioner-nim may call me again. Have fun chatting. Hyunsoo moved leisurely, waving his hand. He felt stinging nces from behind, but it didn''t matter. Team Leader Heo Insung. He hadn''t done anything big yet, but he was also blinded by greed, so Hyunsoo didn''t know when he''d do something stupid. I need to keep an eye on him. At that time. Hyunsoo''s cell phone rang. The caller was Han Daesung, team leader of Team 2. Yes, Team Leader-nim. How are you doing? Since you have caught Commissioner Go Junhwan, wanna grab a drink together? * * * [Commissioner Go Junhwan of the Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency was arrested this afternoon. Illegal slush funds and.] A pub where the news aired. Team Leader Han Daesung and Hyunsoo sit across from each other over chicken and two sses of beer. Good job. Its nothing. The two beer sses collided. How''s Grandmother doing? She is fine, but she is very stubborn. Since she''s old, she wouldn''t listen to me even if I told her to go to the hospital.. Hyunsoo let out a faint sigh. Then Team Leader Han Daesung shook his hand while eating chicken. Simr to you, maybe it''s because you''re family now. Stubborn people Why am I stubborn? I''m so flexible. A flexible bastard, broke the window of awyer''s car like that? And then arrested themissioner like nothing happened? Thats. Then, someone tapped Hyunsoo on the shoulder. When he turned his head, Senior Inspector Shin Miye was standing there. Just the two of you having a drink? That''s sad. You caught the criminal with me. Uh? Senior Inspector Shin, why are you here. When Hyunsoo tilted his head, Team Leader Han Daesung opened his mouth. I called her, let''s have a drink. ? My ssmate. Including Team Leader Heo. The three of us. Thus Senior Inspector Shin Miye joined the table. Senior Inspector Shin was gulping down a new ss of beer and looked at Hyunsoo. But I''m sorry though. Inspector Lee took all the hard work yet we took all the credit. It''s okay. Commissioner Kim Taek-nim wanted that, too. If the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency caught him, its obvious that they would say that it was to target the position of the Commissioner General. That''s right. Now, shall we make a toast together? So the three of them tilted their sses. However, Team Leader Heo Insung was hit by an uppercut while fooling around with her. The story of Team Leader Han Daesung, who was excited to meet his colleague after a long time, continued. I should have beaten that bastard Heo Insung so he couldn''t wear a police uniform.. When the story of memories continued like that. Hyunsoo''s head turned at the sound of the news that was airing on the pubs TV. [It is breaking news that Park X, the head manager of Sangma Construction,mitted suicide. With the information obtained exclusively by our broadcasting station.] Senior Inspector Shin Miye asked Hyunsoo, who turned his head to watch TV. Do you know thispany? Ah, yes? It''s not like that, but I think I''ve heard of it somewhere. Hyunsoo shook his head and smiled awkwardly. Let''s cheers one more time. Hyunsoo, who hurriedly raised his beer ss, diverted his attention. Beer sses collided once again, and Hyunsoo drank the beer. But at that moment, his mind was on the news streaming on the TV. If it is Sangma Construction, obviously. It was a familiarpany. Daesang Group, whose owners were not only the bloodlines of Hyunsoo but also the ones who killed his parents, thispany was one of Daesang Constructions affiliates. Sangma Construction, which traded with Daesang Construction. Hyunsoo''s eyes shed as he put down the empty ss on the table. This is it. __________ T/N: As you probably know, Korea is a country that attaches great importance to etiquette, age, position, and hierarchy. Therefore, in everyday conversation, they often add suffixes like "-nim" or "-ssi" when talking about other people. However, there are rules when adding these suffixes. Suffixes can only be added after the first name or title, not after thest name. Lee Hyunsoo-ssi (O) Hyunsoo-ssi (O) Detective-nim (O) Lee-ssi (X) Detective Lee-nim (X) In the raw, the Korean phrase for Detective Lee is " " => Lee Detective nim. However, in English, the title is put before the name, that''s why I tranted " " into Detective Lee nim instead of Lee Detective nim. And precisely because "-nim" can''t be added after thest name, it ends up being Detective Lee. This is why some ces I add "-ssi" or "-nim", and in some ces I don''t. I just want to emphasize that, although I don''t add the suffixes in some ces, in the raw dialogue in Korean, the speaker does add suffixes to show hierarchy and position. Chapter 23 Chapter 23 The next day. Hyunsoo, sitting in the corner of the cafe, was looking at the photos on the table. In the photo, there was a figure of a young man with a fat body. Lee Yoonjae, president of Daesang Construction.. With cold eyes, Hyunsoo picked up the man''s photo. The man''s face was strangely simr to Hyunsoo. He is the son of Father''s brother. The man in charge of Daesang Construction was also a bloodline of Daesang Group''s chaebol family. He was Hyunsoos cousin. Soon after, Hyunsoo picked up another photo. This time it was a photo of an older man. A stern face, a long gold ne. Seo Jinsang, president of Sangma Construction. Hyunsoo ovepped the two photos on the table. Daesang Construction, a conglomerate, and Sangma Construction, which had a close rtionship with Daesang Construction. There must be a connection. Hyunsoo drank cold water as he put the photos in his pocket. At that time. Over here! The cafe door opened with the sound of the bell. Soon after, Hyunsoo raised his hand. The person he greeted was none other than Reporter Seo Gaeun. You kicked me outst time, but now you''re very wee. Things have changed a bit. What would you like to have? Reporter Seo Gaeun, with a coy expression, skimmed through the menu. Americano, please. One coffee? Do you want me to order you a cake? Well, that''s good, too. * * * I didn''t know you were so close with Senior Inspector Shin Miye-nim. Coffee and cake were served, and Hyunsoo naturally spat out his words. Senior Inspector Shin readily epted the interview I requested, unlike someone else. Reporter Seo Gaeun''s narrowed eyes turned to Hyunsoo. Ahaha, I also answered. To Reporter Seo''s question. You answered just one question, you can''t see that as an interview. All right, I''ll be sure to let you interview me when this is all over. Reporter Seo Gaeun''s eyes sparkled at Hyunsoo''s words. Really? Really. Okay! Reporter Seo Gaeun, with a bright smile, put down the fork she was eating cake with and took out documents from her bag. You said you were curious about the Sangma Construction suicide case, right? Yes, when I asked Senior Inspector Shin, she said that I would be able to find out a lot of such information through Reporter Seo. Well, that''s my specialty. So I looked it up. The weird thing about the article yesterday is. Reporter Seo Gaeun, who was taking out several files, stopped and lowered her voice. There was obviously a breaking news yesterday, but it seemed like it was embargoed. Embargo? But an indefinite embargo. Embargo refers to the suspension of reporting on an article by a certain time. However, an indefinite embargo. In other words, someone silenced the media with money. But fortunately, I saw the news, and there was something I was looking into before that. As she spoke, she spread the materials she had pulled out on the table. This one. Reporter Seo Gaeun pointed to the blue file folder, and Hyunsoo picked up the file. The person whomitted suicide was Park Jangwon, the head manager of Sangma Construction. The news he heard at the pub yesterday. The story of Head Manager Park, whomitted suicide at a constructionpany. ording to rumors, Head Manager Park Jangwon, who had been ostracized at work, ended his life on his own because he couldn''t stand hispany life. However. Reporter Seo Gaeun took out the file at the bottom of the documents on the table and opened it. This is data on a whistleblower case a few years ago. Hyunsoo read the document. Head Manager Park Jangwon of Sangma Constructionmitted suicide a few days ago. The same Head Manager Park Jangwon had filed a whistleblowerint against Sangma Construction to the Board of Audit and Inspection a few years ago. The whistleblowerint that Senior Inspector Shin talked about.. Hyunsoo rolled his eyes. They intentionally ostracized him because of this whistleblowerint? I think that''s the case. To file a whistleblowerint was to be a traitor to thepany. If the identity of the whistleblower was revealed and everyone in thepany knew that Head Manager Park Jangwon reported the whistleblowerint. Hyunsoo shook his head. By the way Isn''t it strange? Whats strange? Sangma Construction. It is a small and medium-sized constructionpany with a very low subcontracting ranking and little recognition. And? If the identity of the whistleblower was revealed, it means that thepany has connections inside the Board of Audit and Inspection.. Thats true. I don''t think the punishment the constructionpany received would have been so great if it was a whistleblowerint that was not widely known to people. But to the extent of deliberately being bullied and evenmitting suicide? What kind of whistleblower was it that he had to be ostracized and driven to death? I know. There must be something we don''t know. You don''t know exactly what the whistleblowerint was, do you? Yes. Reporter Seo Gaeun shook her head, and Hyunsoo tapped the table with his fingers. Whistleblower whistleblower. Soon after, Hyunsoo took out his cell phone. Then, he searched for Sangma Construction''s whistleblower. There''s nothing. Subsequently, keywords such as Sangma Construction, Sangma Construction Corruption, and Sangma Construction Suicide were searched. However, there were no results that were different from yesterday. Hyunsoo put his hands on his forehead. A case that had already happened. Hyunsoo might not be able to use his ability to see future events. What was more, if the case was hidden from the media,. It''s going to be a harder case than the others. Hyunsoo raised his head. It seems clear that something is hidden behind it. He had to know exactly what was hidden and what kind of case it was. For himself and for those affected by this incident, he had to dig into the whole story. Constructionpany, workce harassment, suicide... And whistleblowing. The details of the case did note out in the media. It was definitely a case that smelled suspicious. But the obvious thing was, there was an innocent victim. Hyunsoo intended to do anything to relieve the injustice. * * * Sangma Construction? After a while, Commissioner Kim Taek''s room. Hyunsoo, who sat opposite him, nodded. Yes, how do you feel about it? Well, I don''t have much connection with thepany, so I don''t think it matters. But why are you here all of a sudden? Although Commissioner Go Junhwan was arrested, the image of the police deteriorated a lot because of the incident, in order to restore that image.. Hyunsoo, who had stopped talking for a moment, leaned his upper body and continued. It will also help Commissioner-nim to take the position of Commissioner General. I don''t know what they''re hiding, but if you relieve the grudge of an office worker who died unjustly. At Hyunsoo''s words, Commissioner Kim Taek''s mouth slowly rose. Good, give it a try. * * * The next day. The president''s office of Sangma Construction. What?! Where was it being reported?! You said you blocked the media! A middle-aged man who looked hot-tempered and a man who looked slightly younger than him were sitting on the sofa. How much money did I spend trying to shut up the press! It seems that the reporter below did not receive the message well and sent it out as breaking news. I deleted all the articles in a hurry. The hesitant young man continued. In the worst case scenario, there could be an investigation from the police. The middle-aged man who turned his head with a re of anger, he was the president of Sangma Construction. The younger man sat down in a hurry and bent down at the president''s apparently angry behavior. Im, Im sorry! Then. Something heavy flew over his head. What the hell are you bastard doing! Can''t you manage that one thing?!! Im sorry! Im sorry! He was hit by an ashtray. The man was seeing stars but he did not stop apologizing. How many times did he bow down? The president, who was sweeping his face, stopped him with his hands lifted. Then he poked the man in the shoulder and opened his mouth. Why would I have you sitting here when you can''t even use your body. . I have you here to use your brain, you idiot!! But what am I supposed to do if you take care of things like this! I, I''ll do my best from now on! Im sorry! Ha. The president, who had his hair disheveled, red fiercely at the man. But ring like this didn''t solve the problem. With a sigh, he opened his mouth. Just in case, keep an eye out for the police station, they might squeeze in to build up their performance. Yes! But if they start an investigation. The president rubbed his chin at the man''s words. Sangma Construction, which he had been running, was apany that was firmly rooted in construction corruption such as improper solicitation and illegal subcontracting. The only thing he was most confident about, was money. The president raised his chin and spat out the words. Then slip them some behind the back. How, how much? It doesn''t matter how much, so give them as much as they ask. Those bastard police are always hungry and suffering. If you hand over as much as they ask, they''lle rushing at you thinking they have hit the jackpot. Yes, yes. It''s better to have that weakness. There''s a lot of use for the police mole. The president smiled faintly, and his eyes shed. This could be an opportunity rather than a crisis. A chance to jump into the bigger sea with the police backing them. The president grabbed the man''s shoulder. Sangdeok-ah, let''s get our act together. . If the investigation into this case goes properly, if everything is really revealed, we all go through it. You''ve been working for me all your life, and you don''t want to go to prison, do you? Yes, yes! So let''s do it right. The man nodded with all his might. Tapping him on the shoulder, the president stood up. Anyway, don''t let a single police get near thepany. Dont let those fools smell anything. Yes, sir! He didn''t like the clumsy-looking man, but the president still thought there was nothing that couldn''t be solved with money. It didn''t matter who was interested in the case, dug it up or whatever. No matter how thirsty a detective was for justice, he would lose his senses when arge amount of money flickered in front of him. With a wry smile, the president walked to the door. And when he was about to grab the doorknob. m! The door opened. W, what? At the open door stood a young man. It was Hyunsoo. The president''s brow furrowed at the unfamiliar face. Who, who are you, standing here as you like! Then Hyunsoo raised the corners of his mouth wide. Me? Police. Chapter 24 Chapter 24 Po, police? What police? The bewildered president''s eyes darted here and there. The sudden appearance of the police made him momentarily speechless. Hyunsoo entered the office, pushing his shoulder slightly. Eyy, Lets sit. Police. Hyunsoo, who came in naturally, began to quickly scan the office with his eyes. The namete [Sangma Construction President Seo Jinsang] was on the desk next to the man who sat on the sofa and was stunned. Small safe and books for interior purposes. There didn''t seem to be anything special. The soundproofing here is not good. What, what? I heard it all at the door. As Hyunsoo naturally sat on the sofa, President Seo Jinsang hurriedly approached him. President Seo, who was looking at Hyunsoo with a fluttered expression, frowned. Are, are you really a police? So Im a police impersonator? Here''s my ID. Hyunsoo took out his ID from his pocket and showed it. Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Major Crime Investigation Team 1? President Seo stared at Hyunsoo. A dandy-like appearance with a shameless tone. On the surface, being a police officer was an unsuitable job. He didn''t know what the purpose of this guy was toe here.. A police sense of duty I don''t think it''s because of this. President Seo, who gently sat next to Hyunsoo, grabbed his hand. Then he began to open his mouth with a pitiful expression on his face. Detective-nim, it didn''t happen at Sangma Construction, its just that Head Manager Park Jangwon, who used to work at Sangma Construction! No, Head Manager Park made that choice himself. There was bullying at work, and he made an extreme choice after struggling with that kind of stress! Well, thats what I heard. We don''t know about that! Somebody who is trying to frame thepany is spreading such rumors. President Seo had be apletely different person from the person who opened the door a moment ago. He, who had be a docile sheep, had a pitiful expression on his face. Then, as Hyunsoo''s eyes turned to the man opposite him, the embarrassed-looking man nodded. That, that''s right. Head Manager Park, who I saw at thepany, was an extremely bright person. He would never make that choice because of his work at thepany. Hyunsoo, who slowly looked at the two, nodded. Well, let''s just say that''s true. Since you two are saying that. Aigoo thank you! Detective-nim! No one listened to me when the investigation came out at another station. It was so unfair. However. President Seo, who stopped talking at Hyunsoo''s voice, turned his head. Yes? I just heard about it. Which? No, just outside the door a little while ago. President Seo tilted his head. Then Hyunsoo said in a small voice. You''ll give me as much as I want. Well, then? Pardon? President Seo''s eyes widened. Then, scratching the back of his head, he began tough awkwardly. Ah hahahaha. That. President Seo rolled his eyes while looking at the man and Hyunsoo alternately. Hyunsoo leaned his upper body toward him and spoke in a low voice. Are you really going to give me as much as I want? Pardon? Eyy, stop pretending, it''s not fun. I''m not pretending. Didn''t you want to make a deal with me as a condition to close the case? The president stoppedughing at Hyunsoo''s words. His eyes, which had been moving hard, were also fixed on Hyunsoo. Then, he looked into Hyunsoo''s eyes. His eyes were calcting whether Hyunsoo wanted to make a deal or if he was just trying to figure it out. He doesn''t look like a guy who will stab me in the back. He seems like a guy who likes money too. What President Seo was going to do was hand over the money to the police. Something that should be done neatly and quietly. Thinking about it, he tapped the armrest of the sofa with a Tak! That''s right! Maybe because you''re young, you''re very cool! You said that so openly Hahaha, it''s good for us. President Seo tilted his upper body toward Hyunsoo. How much do you want? One of President Seo''s eyebrows rose. His gaze was directed to the shape of Hyunsoo''s mouth. Me? I think one. Hyunsoo, who was rolling his eyes around, spread three fingers in front of President Seo''s face. Three? If its three 3 million? Ah, 13 million? No, more. If it''s more than 13 million 30 million? 30 million Won. It was not a lot of money for the president of a constructionpany. Of course, it''s a different amount for the sryman, the police. It was at that time that President Seo was relieved. Yes, then 30 million. Eyy! This is a big day for everyman. I heard that this is a case that can go to prison, and with a condition to cover it, you can wash your hand with only 30 million? Then 300 million? Hyunsoo shook his head firmly. No way 3 billion? That, that''s a bit too much. I''m going to solve it at around 300 million. Ha It''s the size of a bean. When Hyunsoo sighed, President Seo swallowed dry saliva and said. Th, then 300 bil Thats too. 3 trillion. Pardon?! President Seo''s eyes widened. You''ll have to give me 3 trillion Won to cover my mouth. I don''t look at the money lower than it. At Hyunsoo''s words, the president''s stunned face gradually began to change. His face turned red and he banged on the armrest of the sofa. Are, are you kidding me!! 3, 3 trillion What?! You''re kidding me! President Seo shot back at him as if he was going to hit him right away. Hyunsoo shrugged at him. I''m not kidding. Yah! What with you?! Youre not a police, right?! It''s a fake ID!! I''m a police. If you''re curious, call the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency and check. Hyunsoo''s attitude was so carefree. The bewildered President Seo continued. So, what if you are a police?! Is this a ce where you dare to ask for 3, 3 trillion Ha. You are kidding, right? What are you doing?! But, you said you would do it at 300 million earlier? What?! Hyunsoo slowly raised his body. You thought 300 million Won wouldn''t be a waste in return for covering my mouth. This, this. President Seo''s head hurt as he red at Hyunsoo. He was wondering why a decoy came in on his own.. It seemed like he had fallen for those sweet words of Hyunsoo, who had fancy talking skills like a con artist. In other words, this suicide case is a case that you want to cover enough to give 300 million Won. Right? . Hyunsoo looks at Seo Jinsang with his mouth twitching. Seo Jinsang''s mind was already nk. Then Hyunsoo smiled at him. Thanks for giving me such a great hint. President Seo. * * * After a while. Hyunsoo, who came out of the building, was talking to Reporter Seo Gaeun on the phone. -You said you went there? Without any ns? I thought it was a rumor, but you''re really crazy. Yes? -N, no. So did you find out anything? Hyunsoo''s lips went up. The president of Sangma Construction said that it was a case that he wanted to cover even if he gave 300 million Won. -3, 300 million? Yeah, that''s how desperate he is. What about the thing I asked you to do? How''d it go? The most important thing in a suicide case was the reason for the suicide. On paper, harassment at work due to whistleblowing, but the details of the whistleblowing were unclear. They didn''t know what or why Park Jangwon, whomitted suicide, used thepany, or why Sangma Construction was trying to cover it up. That was why Hyunsoo decided to go through them one by one slowly. First of all, the actual conditions of Sangma Construction. -It''s a gangster constructionpany. The official documents were so clean that I looked into other routes, and found that illegal solicitation, illegal subcontracting, and everything had illegal included unconditionally. It seems like there''s a connection with the Board of Audit and Inspection, right? -Yes, I think so. Under the circumstances, it is clear that the Board of Audit and Inspection has turned a blind eye several times. I see. -However Is this something Detective-nim can catch? The fact that Sangma Construction covered the suicide case means that there''s something bad there. Thats right. -Is there any way? She didn''t know where the money came from, but Sangma Construction''s funds and backing were at a level that could not be ignored. It wouldn''t be easy to break down. However, there was definitely something fishy, and one of the connections was the suicide of Head Manager Park Jangwon. Hyunsoo opened his mouth. Let''s do it step by step. -How? First, the reason for suicide. Hyunsoo stopped walking and got into the car parked on the road. From what the president said, it seems that the Sangji Police Station investigated the suicide case. -So maybe they know the clues that the media has blocked? That''s right, but given that the investigation is closed, there might be something on that side as well. -Then they wouldn''t open my mouth easily.. That''s right. So we''re going to use a chance. -Chance? Hyunsoo started the engine. Friend chance. * * * Yah! Long time no see! After a while, Sangji Police Station. It was the first police station to investigate the suicide case of Head Manager Park Jangwon of Sangma Construction. Hyunsoo, who was sitting on a police station chair, waved happily as soon as he saw a police officer. Uh? You Lee Hyunsoo? I missed you, my friend! Hyunsoo, who grabbed the police by the shoulder with a happy expression, hugged him as it was. Then the police frowned. Yah, let go of me. The police was Hyunsoo''s middle and high school ssmates. Hyunsoo, who let go of his police friend, tapped him on the shoulder with an awkward smile. It''s because I''m d to see you! No, thest time I saw you was after graduating from high school! How long has it been? How long It''s been a long time. I heard you had been promoted to inspector. As he was tidying up his clothes, the police officer put on an indifferent expression. His friend was preparing to be a police officer earlier than Hyunsoo. Thanks to this, he was a police officer at a young age, but as soon as Hyunsoo entered the National Police University, he was at a lower rank than Hyunsoo, who was an inspector. Aren''t you happy to see me? Your ssmate came to see you. Well, I''m d we were that close. We were close! We skipped night self-study together more than 10 times.. Ah, yeah. Forget it. So why did the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Inspector-nime all the way here? The attitude of a friend who seemed to have a stomachache while looking at Hyunsoo. Hyunsoo said, pouting at his cold voice. Dude, you''re cold. No, I came because of the case I was in charge of your station had handled. To get some information. Case? What case. Hyunsoo opened his mouth in a low voice. There was a record of you guys investigating the suicide case of Sangma Construction Head Manager Park. Ah, that. He rolled his eyes and nodded as if he remembered the case. But then he shook his head. I can''t do that. What? Why? It came down directly from above. Keep our mouths shut. Don''t tell the other detectives either. Hyunsoo frowned at his words. As expected, it''s connected up to the top. Someone cracked down on the media and even blocked the police. The scale that could even touch the media and the police. It was not the scale of Sangma Construction. When Hyunsoo didn''t say anything, his friend clicked his tongue as if he was sorry. Sorry. Go find out somewhere else. Are you really going to do that? Sorry, it''s a guideline from the upper level. Hyunsoo looked intently at his friend. Then, soon after, he uttered a small word in his ear. By the way I heard you''re married. So? Can I tell your wife everything that happened between you and your ex? Yah, yah that! Hyunsoo smiled at his startled friend. You''re going to give me information, right? The friend shook his head at Hyunsoo, who smiled like a devil. In any case, youre a sociopath who pretends to be nice to people. What do you mean sociopath! Yah, there''s nothing more information than that, just tell me what you know. I really can''t. Yah, I''m not an ordinary citizen, so can''t you share that much information with a police like you? At Hyunsoo''s words, his friend looked around with a troubled expression. Then, he let out a small voice. What do you want to know about the case? I was wondering if there was anything strange or noticeable during the investigation. Strange? The friend stroked his chin. There were manyrgepanies around the Sangji Police Station, so violent incidents caused by bullying at work were quitemon. Things like cases where the victimmitted suicide or cases where the perpetrator was attacked. I don''t remember anything in particr because it''s simr to other cases except that a reporter from a big mediapany around here asked me.. Sangma Construction''s Head Manager Park Jangwon''s case was simr to other cases. There was nothing special about it except for one reporter who persistently dug into it. At that time, a memory popped into his friend''s head. Ah, I don''t know if this has anything to do with it. It''s okay, regardless, tell me everything you know. At that time, there were a series of incidents at Sangma Construction. At Sangma Construction? The friend nodded. Uh. To be exact, to the people involved in Sangma Construction. Wha? A worker from a subcontractor of Sangma Construction went missing shortly before the death of Head Manager Park Jangwon. Hyunsoo''s eyes widened. Missing? Chapter 25 Chapter 25 It was already getting dark. In the conference room of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s Major Crime Investigation Team 1, Hyunsoo and Police Officer Kim Yoojoon are having a conversation. Missing? Subcontractor worker? On the ckboard of the conference room were photos of Sangma Construction President Seo Jinsang, his secretary, Head Manager Park Jangwon, and other rted people. Next to them, Hyunsoo opened his mouth, writing Missing Subcontractor with a marker. Uh, but there was nothing special about that case either. Since the worker''s nationality is not Korean, it doesn''t seem that a search operation was carried out. A case of the disappearance of a worker that urred a few weeks before the death of Head Manager Park Jangwon. Hyunsoo, who put down the marker, sat down on the chair, and Police Officer Kim Yoojoon, diligently taking notes in his notebook, said while pulling the chair. So, the issue in this case must be why Head Manager Park Jangwon, whomitted suicide, was bullied? Uh. I''m sure it''s because of the whistleblowing case. I can''t find any information about the whistleblowerint. As if someone had deliberately erased it. So we have to gather as much information as we can. Even if it may seem irrelevant, such as the disappearance of a worker, we need to look into it. Police Officer Kim Yoojoon nodded. A few hours ago, Police Officer Kim Yoojoon, who received a call from Hyunsoo, investigated Sangma Construction. And ording to his research, Sangma Construction, which had the shell of a small constructionpany, was a huge illegalpany. After that, the money rolling in was hundreds of millions to hundreds of billions. Head Manager Park made a whistleblowerint about such apany''s secrets and was bullied. But in this situation Shouldn''t we think about the possibility of the case of Head Manager Park Jangwon is not a suicide, but a murder? Police Officer Kim Yoojoon unfolded the file he had been investigating on the table. If you look here, it says hemitted suicide by jumping from the apartment, but it was an apartment without CCTV, and the suicide note was printed. Theres a possibility? Under the circumstances, that should also be considered. But first, we need to find out about the whistleblowerint. If Head Manager Park Jangwon, who was murdered and disguised as a suicide, he would have put all the pictures together. So it''s going to be hard to find clues there. Kim Yoojoon nodded at Hyunsoo''s words. The whistleblower case that made Head Manager Park Jangwon suffer enough to choose death. Police Officer Kim Yoojoon rolled his eyes as he looked at the file. There were no rumors or even a single article about the whistleblowing case. I think there is too little information. Should I do some searching around, find someone who might know about the case. It was then. Hyunsoo, frowning, uttered a word. If itsa reporter. Reporter? A reporter probably knows the information that the media didn''t disclose. Even a small case. Then I''ll quickly look for the media outlets near Sangma Construction.. After opening the map app, Police Officer Kim Yoojoon turned his phone screen to Hyunsoo. Theres one, Jungsan Daily. Jungsan Daily. Hyunsoo, who was looking at the screen, opened his eyes. Then he immediately took out his cell phone and called his friend from the Sangji Police Station whom he had just met. -What now? Let me ask you one more question, my friend. -Say it, Sociopath Inspector-nim. What was the name of the reporter who often visits your office? * * * Jungsan Daily was a fairlyrge newspaper publishingpany located opposite the Sangji Police Station. Fast and urate reporting. Their famous iron rule was that no matter how urgent the report was, they would not give false information. And located in the center of such trust of Jungsan Daily was the Ministry of Social Affairs. This is La, Lamborg! Yah, where did you. A middle-aged man fiddling with a car key with a big logo on it. He was the director general of the Ministry of Social Affairs. The young man standing in front of him was the ace reporter Han Wooseob of the Ministry of Social Affairs. You know, it went well with Congressman Kim this time. Han Wooseob, who was looking at the director general in a neat suit, took the car key from his hand. Anyway, I''m good at riding the line. The director general expressed regret with a smack of his lips. It''s not the line, but your ability to collect information is good. Han Wooseob covered his mouth with his hand and uttered a secret voice toward him. You know that Congressman Kim''s father-inw is a huge big shot in the private loan market, right? That person is someone who can move the gangsters If such a person finds out that Congressman Kim left his daughter behind and cheated on her Aigoo. Han Wooseob shook his head with an expression saying no words. Lambor is noble. I was going to get a house in a good ce in Gangnam, but I let Congressman Kim off the hook. As he put the car key in, the director general narrowed his eyes and spat out the words. You really get hooked after that. It''s only once or twice that you can touch such people like that. Don''t worry. Isn''t there a lifesaver in this time? Despite Han Wooseob''s words, the director general looked at him with a worried expression. Then he grabbed the director general''s arm and opened his mouth. Director General-nim, I''ll buy you an expensive coffee for the first time in a while. Or, shall I distribute coffee to the Ministry of Social Affairs in the name of Director General-nim? Even if coffee is expensive, how much. Well, if you really don''t like it, you don''t have to have it. Don''t pass it on to the team, just buy something expensive for me. Pretending not to be able to win, the director general was led by Han Wooseob''s hand into the elevator. After a while, the cafe on the first floor. The director general, who received the coffee, looked tired of Han Wooseob''s useless talk. That''s why I got R*lex. So Director General-nim, please has a little sense. Photos taken of the internalbustion scene of a congressman, the scene of a drug party by the children of political figures, and so on. He was a vicious reporter who used the dirty work of those in power to extort money. For him, information was not publicized for the people''s right to know, but a medium to satisfy his greed. And important things should not be carried on the body. There''s a lot of information I know, so there''s always a threat to my safety. So all the information is in that expensive and safe car. Han Wooseob and the director general, each hold a cup of coffee, were leaving the Jungsan Daily building. And behind them. There was a familiar face staring at them from a corner in front of the building. His name is Han Wooseob, what he does is not a reporter, but a bully who sells informationyou say? Hyunsoo was talking on the phone in a quiet voice. The other party on the phone was Reporter Seo Gaeun. -I dont know if its because he has a lot of connections, but his ability to gather information is definitely amazing as a reporter. There''s no information he doesn''t know. His name is quite famous within ourpany. In a bad way, of course. Hyunsoo followed Han Wooseob across the street and continued talking. Then that Reporter Han Wooseob is a nasty person who uses the information he knows for his own money. -What, nasty personI don''t want to say that, but as a fellow reporter, I''d say he''s a disgraceful reporter. Well, was there any difference? -No, not really. However, he did not seem to be a person with a serious moral problem because he was selling information. We need to find out more about that. Hyunsoo''s gaze turned to Han Wooseob, who was sitting on a park bench. If he knew about a tragic incident and pretended not to know it because of money, he would be a nasty guy both as a reporter and as a person. * * * So after that, I used a bug detector or CCTV at home. Han Wooseob, who had been sitting on the bench and chatting for a while, shifted his gaze somewhere. A shadow covered the bright sunlight. Hyunsoo was standing in front of Han Wooseob. Who? Han Wooseob, who stopped talking, tilted his head, and Hyunsoo handed him his ID. Police. Can I talk to you for a minute? * * * Ah Sangma Construction subcontractor missing case? A nearby cafe. Han Wooseob drank coffee with a sour look on his face. I know that one, but I know that wasn''t reported It seems that you heard it from the Sangji Police Station. Well, they probably don''t know the details either. As if he knew the details of the case, Han Wooseob nodded and looked out the window. It doesn''t seem like he''ll open his mouth as easily as expected. Han Wooseob was a reporter who extorted money from the venomous politicians. To him, Hyunsoo was a simple police officer, and the case in question was also the case of the disappearance of a foreign worker, which no one was interested in. He felt that he couldn''t afford it. Hyunsoo tilted his upper body forward and opened his mouth. Let''s give and take. Han Wooseob slowly turned his head at his words. Give and take is good. But it''s me giving information, what does Detective-nim give me? Ah, now that I see it, youre the Star Detective-nim. Han Wooseob, who saw Hyunsoo''s face properly, smiled only then. Right? The police who has screwed over a lot of those high-ranking people. Does such a star police have a private life he wants to hide? His eyes seemed to be interested in Hyunsoo, but Hyunsoo shook his head. There''s a possibility there, but that''s not what I''m going to give you. Then what will you give me? How about money? Pardon? Give and take. I will give Reporter Han money and you will give me the information. At the same time as Hyunsoo said, Han Wooseob scanned Hyunsoo up and down. Then, a reasonable suspicion ensued. You have a lot of money? Well, more than most people. More than most people? I''m not trying to cheat, so don''t worry about that. What do you say, money and information exchange? Han Wooseob''s head turned quickly. How much? 50 million. 50 million Won? Hyunsoo nodded. At the same time, Han Wooseob''s worries deepened. It''s not like a joke If I can really get money. This was important information that he wanted toe in person and ask. The side which was desperated was that side. Whatever he did, he wouldn''t lose. Han Wooseob, who was raising his eyebrows, shook his head. Try some more, Detective-nim. Then 100 million. A little more. 150 million. Detective-nim. Han Wooseob, who raised the corners of his mouth, spoke slowly. It''s Sangma Construction. Looking at it roughly, it seems like you''re trying to snip itpletely, but if there is no limit and no interest, use more. It''s not sniping, it''s to catch the bad guys. After thinking for a moment, Hyunsoo nodded. Okay, 300 million. At the same time, Han Wooseob''s eyes widened. Whats with this guy. He just scooped it up, but in an instant, 300 million Won came into his hands. In a few words. This is a jackpot. Han Wooseob''s eyes turned quickly. Isn''t this detective something like the third generation of a chaebol hidden somewhere? There was doubt about the source of the money, but it didn''t matter. The police said he''d pay for the information. Han Wooseob''s eyes, which were filled with greed, turned to Hyunsoo. 500 million. 500 million? Yes, 500 million. At Han Wooseob''s words, a smile burst from Hyunsoo''s mouth. An ever-increasing amount. Nevertheless, Han Wooseob did not back down. If you don''t like it, forget it. Aren''t you the one who''s disappointed anyway? Han Wooseob''s attitude had already be confident. He was so sure that he had a hold over Hyunsoo. Hyunsoo said with a troubled expression. Good, then. 550 million. Look here, Reporter-nim. Detective-nim, think carefully. If I don''t have any information, can I say the price like this? I''m saying because it''s enough information. . This could solve all the clues Detective-nim has been looking for. No one knows this information unless it''s me. Hyunsoo burst intoughter at Han Wooseob''s guts. Detective, this isn''t the time tough like that. What if I increase. 400 million. For a moment, Han Wooseob''s eyebrows furrowed. What? 300 million. What are you doing? Hyunsoo''s lips gradually went up as Han Wooseob widened his eyes. 200 million. Loook, look here Detective-nim!! 100 million. No, no wait!! 10 million. W, wait! All of a sudden, the amount. 5 million. Han Wooseob jumped to his feet and mmed on the table with a Bang!. Okay! Okay!! 5 million. 1 million. N, no!! I stopped at 5 million! Why 1 million?! It''s up to me. As Hyunsoo shrugged his shoulders leisurely, Han Wooseob chewed his lips hard. Do do you think I''m going to give you information?! Uh!! That much is the price of gum for me! Car. What? Hyunsoo''s fingers pointed out the window, down the road. Your car, it''s towed. You parked in an illegal parking area. You must have been pretty busy this morning? What, what? Han Wooseob''s head turned sharply. His car, which he boasted to the director general, was not just a car. It was an expensive car, but inside it was information that was like a lifeline to him.. Sh*t. Hyunsoo slowly raised his body at the distorted face of Han Wooseob. What now, would you get 1 million and hand over the information? Or would you bury the information in your mind along with that expensive car? Chapter 26 Chapter 26 At first, I thought it was a simple disappearance. So I was just going to ignore it, but they said the missing person was a subcontractor worker of Sangma Construction. While listening to Han Wooseob, Hyunsoo quickly wrote down a note. Then Han Wooseob, who took a sip of coffee, immediately continued. Sangma Construction is not known, but people who know it, know it. What an illegal ce it is. So you doubted it? Yes, the disappearance of a subcontractor of Sangma Construction may not be a simple disappearance. There may be something else. So, what is it? What if it''s not just a simple disappearance? Hyunsoo put down his notebook and raised his head. The disappearance of a worker at a subcontractor might be rted to the whistleblowing case that led to Head Manager Park Jangwon''s suicide. It must have been a case of hiding something dirty. Han Wooseob, who was frowning at Hyunsoos words, reluctantly took out his phone. Ha, you really can''t find this anywhere. While flipping through the screen of his phone, he stopped at a photo and turned the screen to Hyunsoo. Did itcopse? A building about three stories tall. It was a photo of a part of the outer wall of the building copsing. It was an ident. ident? That building was built using illegal materials to save money. Part of the building copsed. The missing foreign worker had an ident there. It was a copse ident. Probably couldn''t find a body. No, they didn''t find it at all? The words of Han Wooseob, who put his cell phone in his pocket, continued. In the end, the disappearance of a worker at a Sangma Constructions subcontractor was an ident, not a disappearance. Even if it was not an intentional ident, the case was covered by Sangma Construction. The worker was reported missing, and Sangma Construction bribed some people from the subcontractor to keep their mouths shut. The ident happened in the evening, but Sangma Construction handled things so quickly that I was the only one with this information. Anyway, it''s apany with a good head for that kind of work. . But why are you suddenly touching Sangma Construction? What''s up? I think someone else came and asked about this the other day. Someone else? Hyunsoo raised his head. Yes, I don''t know where he came from, but he asked me about the missing worker. So did you answer him? Of course I didn''t. I didn''t offer money and I didn''t do it for free. Come to think of it, that foreign worker was the only one who was unlucky.. Han Wooseob drank coffee with a bitter expression. At first nce, it was a look of pity for the ident. If everyone pay attention like this when an ident happened. But why didn''t you report it? Pardon? A person is dead, so shouldn''t you report somewhere even if it''s not 119? Han Wooseob hesitated for a moment at Hyunsoos words. Then he tapped the watch on his left wrist. Watch? Limited edition collection. Han Wooseob bowed his head. Instead of quietly asking for information, he received a watch. He chose his own gain over the injustice of the dead. Don''t look at me with those monster-like eyes. But no matter how I think about it, you''re not human, are you? It was an ident! Not even murder. There''s nothing good about me using it when he''s the only victim. If I shut up, there''s something good about. Han Wooseob turned his head to Hyunsoo''s monster-like eyes. Then, after drinking coffee, he turned his head and raised his voice. But I promised to keep my mouth shut, so you can''t go anywhere and say I said it! Okay? I said I''d give you information, not evidence! Hyun-soo nodded. Instead, hand over the photo. Aish, Detective-nim! This. The car, you dont want it back? No, that! Han Wooseob tousled his hair. He received a watch from President Seo Jinsang in exchange for information. It was clear that President Seo Jinsang would retaliate when he heard that the information had leaked. Still Even President Seo Jinsang will not know if the photo was taken by me. Anyway, what was important now was the dirty data of those in power in the car. Han Wooseob, who raised his distorted face, nodded. I''ll send it.. All right, I''ll see youter if I have a chance. Hyunsoo stood up. Then Han Wooseob grabbed his arm in a hurry. No, wait! ? 1 million Won is.... Ah. Hyunsoo put his hand in his pocket with an expression that he had forgotten. 1 million Won is car towing fee. Pardon? That expensive car will be back in ce within the evening. Well, I have to go now. No. Hyunsoo left the cafe leaving the embarrassed Han Wooseob behind. And Han Wooseob''s eyes widened as he looked behind Hyunsoo. That F*ck! * * * At that time. The president''s office of Sangma Construction. Can''t you contact him? I cant. President Seo Jinsang, who sat on the sofa, swept his hair. Then the secretary of President Seo Jinsang, the man who put the cell phone he was holding, opened his mouth. But don''t worry too much, President-nim. Everything is neatly organized. That reporter. Pardon? The watch! I don''t know if he''s a reporter or a bully, but he''s not blowing everything out at the detective, is he? That reporter knows the worker died in an ident. The secretary, who had been rolling his round eyes, shook his head. Probably not, he''s used to this kind of stuff, so he''ll handle it just fine. Didn''t you even offer the price to keep his mouth shut? But you know that policeman who came at that time, the guy from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. I don''t think he''s normal. It seems like it would be a piece of cake to open that reporter''s mouth.. President Seo Jin-sang sighed. Contact from the subcontractor was received immediately after the copse. It was certain that a person was dead, but if the ident was reported to the media, it was clear that the arrow would turn to Sangma Construction, not the subcontractor. Defects, illegal material use, shorter construction periods by reducing workers'' meals and breaks. Of course, all of this was done with his permission, but. But I can''t throw away everything I have just because a worker is dead. So was the media. If they bit one, they would ride it all the way to the other and expose it all. If that happened, Sangma Construction would not survive. As President Seo Jinsang''s worried expression continued, his secretary spat out. President-nim, you double-triple checked, and didn''t you hide other things well? Don''t worry too much. And what can a single police officer do? It''s not like we''re doing this without anyone looking after us. Is that so? Are you worried that I''m overreacting? His secretary nodded at his words. Yes, the dead worker is also a foreigner, so he won''t be identified, the ledger is gone, and there''s no evidence! There are no witnesses, and even if the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency knew something, there would be nothing they could do. Right, since Head Manager Park is dead I just need to deal with him. President Seo Jinsang''s cold eyes turned to the secretary. Did you find out? Yes, it sounds like hes been poking around. It was confirmed that he also visited the apartment where Head Manager Park fell and the reporter who was supposed to ask about the disappearance of the worker. He''s like his superior, so he''s pushing for his name. You know what to do, don''t you? Check it out, deal with it. I understand. * * * After a while. Hyunsoo was heading somewhere, moving quickly. Sangma Construction The disappearance of the worker is false and is intended to cover up the ident. Hyunsoo, who was organizing what he had heard from Reporter Han Wooseob in his head, stopped walking. In front of a new officetel. This was the building where the ident urred while being built by a subcontractor of Sangma Construction. It was then. Hyunsoo grabbed the head. Scenes of the future incident began to sh through his mind. * * * Beep- Parking lot in front of Sangma Construction Building. A young man opened the car door. A man with a strange face. Just as the man opened the door and was about to get into the car, someone grabbed the door. Where are you going? Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang-nim? Who, who are! At the same time, the door of therge van next to the man''s car opened, and the men, who covered their faces with masks, got out. What, what are you guys doing!! Then he subdued the man and pushed him into the van. What, what are you doing!! The panicked man tried to get out of the van, but was already blocked by men wearing masks on all sides. Just as the man''s eyes were stained with fear, a man from the passenger seat turned around. A familiar face, the secretary of Sangma Construction President Seo Jinsang. Long time no see, Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang-nim? I saw you for the first time at the funeral of Head Manager Park Jangwon-nim? Se, Secretary-nim! What are you doing?! Why are you doing something useless? People who live have to live, but why dig into the worker''s case? The man''s face hardened at the secretary''s cold words. President-nim bought it and covered it up on purpose, right?! Right?! Head Manager Park was going to reveal that, but President-nim got angry So. Assistant Manager Jo. Why do you think Head Manager Park Jangwon-nim left like that? It''s all because he was talking nonsense. Then, then you guys, Head Manager Park!! The secretary smirked and burst intoughter at the man''s words. Then, someone would have written the will on a notebook these days, and write it in their own handwriting. You, you punks!!! The man struggled, but the man could not move at all because of the strong men on either side. Ah ah, you can''t run away anyway, so don''t lose your strength for nothing, let''s start with the answer. . Where is it? Wh, what! Where is the evidence that you found after the disappearance of the worker or the suicide of Head Manager Park? I thought I deleted all the files that Head Manager Park had collected to report to the Board of Audit and Inspection I think it went into Assistant Manager Jo''s hands. ! The man opened his eyes wide. A look that he would never say anything. Looking at him like that, the secretary let out a quiet voice. You''d better just go alone. Do you want to go with your family? . Your child is in elementary school, so the mother has to go to the elementary school graduation ceremony. Even if the father can''t go. The man, who was shaking at the secretary''s words, bowed his head. In the locker at Seoul Station. What''s the locker number and password? Number 43, 0101. Okay. The secretary with a mean smile pped his hands. Now then, let''s go to Head Manager Park''s side. * * * Those crazy bastards. After the scene in his head was over, Hyunsoo with a firm expression took out his cell phone. The current time on the background of the phone was 5:40 PM. He didn''t know exactly when Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang was kidnapped, but it was after sunset. Hyunsoo, who immediately entered the cell phone address book, called Police Officer Kim Yoojoon. Police Officer Kim, I''ll send you the address, soe here as soon as possible. Chapter 27 Chapter 27 Head Manager Park Jangwon''s subordinate, Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang. Hyunsoo, standing in front of the officetel, was sorting out the case while waiting for Police Officer Kim Yoojoon. The case where Head Manager Park Jangwon filed a whistleblowerint was the case in which a worker who died due to poor construction was reported missing. Due to the whistleblowing, Head Manager Park Jangwon fell out of sight of Sangma Construction President Seo Jinsang, and eventually. Might have been murdered disguised as suicide. In the scenes that crossed his mind, it was what the secretary said. Hyunsoo, who was rolling his eyes, turned his wrist to check his watch. 5:55 P.M. The remaining time until sunset was approximately 1 hour. The ce where Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang was kidnapped was the parking lot of Sangma Construction. I won''t be able to stop it anyway.. The things that passed through his head were inevitable. However, the purpose of the kidnappers who kidnap Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang seemed to be murder. Maybe I can stop him from dying. He couldn''t just watch the kidnapped Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang die. Hyunsoo''s mind becameplicated about saving Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang and catching President Seo Jinsang and his party. Then. Hyunsoo''s cell phone rang. -Inspector-nim, I''m here! Hyunsoo, looking around, raised his hand toward the other side. Over here! * * * At that time, a fancy Korean restaurant. In the VIP room located at the far end, the chief of the Sangji Police Station who investigated the suicide of Head Manager Park was sitting face to face with a man in his 30s. No, that guy Seo Jinsang truly crosses the line. Anyway, those guys can''t get rid of their gangster spirit no matter where they sit. No wonder background can decide a persons character. The man with plump cheeks munching with food in his mouth was Lee Yoonjae, the president of Daesang Construction. I''m going to take this opportunity to make sure he can''t even straighten his back in front of me. You must have had a hard time controlling your subordinates'' mouths because of the suicide of the head manager or something, I''m sorry for this. No, I do whatever President-nim wants. Lee Yoonjae, who was nodding to the chief''s words, raised his head. But I''m saying this because I don''t know, can he rot for a long time in a prison with such an incident? Well, it depends on the case. The chief put down his chopsticks and continued. In the case of Sangma Construction, there is a high possibility that the entire property of President Seo will be seized. If that happens. I don''t think he''ll be released by paying the prosecution. Yes, maybe. He will receive a proper punishment, and it will not be a sentence that will be released after a few Olympics. Lee Yoonjae turned to the food again with a look of relief. Looking at him like that, the chief continued. Then I''ll start the investigation right away, and I''ll release all the data I''ve collected to the media and proceed with an open investigation at the same time. It was then. The cell phone in the chief''s pocket began to ring loudly. Take it. Ah, yes. Excuse me for a moment. The chief answered the phone in a hurry. Then. What? Who''s investigating? Where? Seoul Metropolitan? The chief frowned. * * * At that time. Hyunsoo was heading somewhere in a car with Police Officer Kim Yoojoon. Really?! Police Officer Kim Yoojoon, who was sitting in the passenger seat, looked at Hyunsoo with his eyes wide open. One of the workers died in a poor construction ident, but Sangma Construction covered it because they didn''t want to deal with it, and they said that the worker was missing?! Hyunsoo nodded while holding the steering wheel. Uh, Head Manager Park Jangwon, knowing that fact, filed a whistleblowerint with the Board of Audit and Inspection. Of course, Sangma Construction, which had connections with the Board of Audit and Inspection, was not punished. Aren''t those guys devils?! If you don''t y even a small role properly, this tragic event will happen. At the time when Police Officer Kim Yoojoon nodded with his fist clenched, saying that they must catch such devilish people. The car stopped. The stop was in front of Seoul Station. That''s enough, so get off now. At Hyunsoo''s words, Police Officer Kim Yoojoon quickly opened the door and got out of the car. So I just need to get the evidence right away? When Kim Yoojoon spoke through the open window, Hyunsoo nodded. Uh. Do you remember the number? Number 43, password 0101, right? That''s right, and in case someonees, bring it out as soon as possible. But, Inspector-nim How do you know this? You don''t even know that Assistant Manager Jo. It''s just, I have that kind of ability. What kind of ability? When Police Officer Kim Yoojoon looked down, Hyunsoo raised the window. Don''t be curious, you''ll get hurt. Anyway, go quickly. Hyunsoo, who finished raising the window, started the car. After that, Police Officer Kim Yoojoon raised his voice. Yes! Be careful! * * * Where? Okay. No, you can take your time. Nobody knows it''s there anyway. Late at night, an abandoned factory on the outskirts of Seoul. Inside the empty abandoned factory, Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang with his limbs tied, President Seo Jinsang''s secretary and his hired men were standing. The secretary was on the phone with someone while looking at Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang. So don''t rush, check it out and bring it back, okay? Yeah, yeah. After the call, the secretary lowered his cell phone. At that time, the factory door opened and President Seo Jinsang walked in. President-nim. The secretary and the young men bowed toward President Seo Jinsang. Aiya, our Secretary Lee is doing a good job. President Seo Jinsang approached the secretary and put a hand on his shoulder. I''m sorry I was angryst time, I have some anger management problems. But you know I think a lot about Secretary Lee, right? Thank you! President Seo Jinsang, who had been tapping his secretary on the shoulder, moved on. Then, he stood in front of Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang, who was being held. Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang, right? Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang, who had already been beaten several times by the thugs, red at President Seo Jinsang with open eyes. What''s the point of staring at me like that? Even if you beg for help, it won''t be enough. Did President-nim really kill Head Manager Park Jangwon-nim? At his words, President Seo Jinsang crossed his arms and made an interesting expression. Did I kill him? Um I didn''t kill him myself, I ordered people to kill him. You were so curious about that? Then, the real disappearance of worker. That''s right, he died when part of the outer wall of the officetel copsed. He was a foreigner anyway, and he had no family to receivepensation. It should have been buried quietly, but Head Manager Park dig it out for no reason. Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang bit his lips. Tears streamed down his face in resentment. But even that was short-lived. Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang burst outughing as if he had lost his mind. What''s wrong with you? Yah, are you crazy? You''reughing now? Seo Jinsang tapped Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang on the shoulder. But with his head down, he just muttered something. Just like Detective-nim said Ha, for these guys, Head Manager-nim is. What are you bastard talking about? You''re done. What? Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang smiled while talking nonsense. Seeing him like that, Seo Jinsang burst into an absurdugh. You sound like that guy when you say crazy things. Pardon? Who are you talking about? The secretary asked Seo Jinsang. You know. At that time, that crazy guy, the 3 trillion cop who came to thepany. 3 trillion cop Ah, are you talking about the Seoul Metropolitan Inspector? Uh. The guy who said nonsense that he doesn''t look at money below 3 trillion Won. Right now, this bastard''s expression looks just like him. Seo Jinsang continued as he looked at Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang, who smiled as if he had lost his mind. I wish I could bury him. Both this bastard and that bastardughs at strange situations Make me feel bad. He stared at Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang for a while, then turned around. Gosh, I''m feeling dirty. Just kill him fast. President-nim, should he go missing or suicide? At the secretary''s words, Seo Jinsang put on a worried expression for a moment. Just end it with suicide. Head Manager Park died and Assistant Manager Jo had a hard time. That''s more likely. I understand. The secretary nodded at the young men around. Then, it was when the thugs viciously approached Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang with their wooden sticks. Soundproofing doesn''t seem to be good here either. Your voice is just ringing. ? People inside the factory turned their heads at the sudden voice. The direction the voice came from was the factory entrance where President Seo Jinsang entered. A rustling sound was heard, and soon the factory door slid open. And a man was standing behind it. Did you talk about me? Youyou! It was Hyunsoo. Chapter 28 Chapter 28 How, how do you get here! It was an abandoned factory far from Sangma Construction. A factory with no rtion to it. They intentionally chose a ce that could not be tracked and tried to send Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang''sst. However. How did hee after us? The kidnapping of Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang was in the parking lot in front of the Sangma Construction building. Did he follow us from there? But how did he know Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang? They didn''t understand. Hyunsoo didnt know Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang. He was just a member of the dead Head Manager Park Jangwon''s team. It was also recently learned that he was investigating the death of Head Manager Park. The police couldnt know such internal information. Seo Jinsang looked at Hyunsoo with trembling eyes. Ah, your eyes are shaking every time you see me. Hyunsoo looked rxed. Seo Jinsang hurriedly rolled his eyes. There was no sign of anything outside the factory. It was a factory located on the outskirts, so you had to bring a car, but what he could see through the crack in the open door was only Hyunsoo''s car. That meant Hyunsoo came alone. AhThe detective who said he didn''t even look at money less than 3 trillion Won? But what brings such a rich man here? Wow, that''s nonsense. Hyunsoo, who was slowly approaching Seo Jinsang, shook his head. You''re talking too harshly. It doesn''t matter what I say. Will you be able to say that in front of the judge? What? Judge? Seo Jinsang, who opened his mouth wide, began tough. Why would I stand in front of the judge? I didn''tmit a crime. Did you put an iron te on your face? Now then what is this situation? Are you having a campfire together? Hyunsoo kept a certain distance from Seo Jinsang while examining the condition of the captured Jo Youngkwang. Go to the interrogation room and finish the chat, and let''s go now. Where? Police station. Why? Hyunsoo took the handcuffs out of his back pocket. Seo Jinsang-ssi, you''re under arrest for kidnapping and attempted murder. In the factory, Hyunsoo''s words became silent. Soon, however, Seo Jinsang and his groupughed. Seo Jinsang, who wasughing at Hyunsoo, opened his mouth. Oyy, Detective-nim. Are you here alone? Do you think I''m here alone? What? Seo Jinsang hesitated for a moment at Hyunsoos immediate reply. But soon the corners of his mouth went up meanly. Bastard, you''re acting like a cop. If you didn''te alone, where''s the rest? Maybe on the way? President Seo Jinsang moved slowly toward Hyunsoo. Hey, Detective Lee Hyunsoo-nim, so you should have taken it when I gave you money. I could''ve given you 300 million Won, aiya, 300 million Won for a cop. Isn''t that money in minutes? And if you''re going to go big, do it with sincerity. What is 3 trillion? 3 trillion is not even the name of the house dog. Is not it? Seo Jinsang, who looked at the secretary behind him, burst intoughter with the secretary. So my proposal then was the chance of a lifetime. Ah, I didn''t say that. What? The murder charge against Head Manager Park Jangwon. Seo Jinsang''s face hardened at Hyunsoo''s words. And you know that you can be guilty of obstructing the execution of official duties by falsely reporting missing person from the building copse, right? . His eyes moved fast. Hyunsoo seemed to be suspicious of the missing worker, but he didn''t think Hyunsoo would have found out about the copse. But it didn''t matter. Why is Detective-nim so extreme? There''s no evidence, there''s no warrant, so how can you drive such a good citizen? Is there really no evidence? . Seo Jinsang looked at the secretary behind him. The secretary nodded his head at his gaze. This meant that there would be no evidence for Hyunsoo. There isn''t, for sure. Seo Jinsang shook his head. Now, what do you want to do? There was no evidence for Hyunsoo, and he was standing here alone. There was nothing Hyunsoo could do now. Except for running away. Seo Jinsang and several men slowly approached Hyunsoo with a fierce look on their faces. Then. There is. It was a voice heard from behind. Seo Jinsang''s head turned around. Evidence. Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang, who was caught, spewed out the words. Seo Jinsang frowned. Evidence? Your confession. A thin ballpoint pen came out between the shirts of Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang''s wrist. What is tha No way. It was a recorder. * * * A few hours ago. Most of the employees left thepany early because it was Friday. The only desk where there was a presence was the desk of Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang. I have to figure it out somehow. It was at his funeral that Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang suspected the death of Head Manager Park Jangwon. Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang usually followed Head Manager Park. However, for some reason, he suddenly heard strange things from his colleagues. Assistant Manager Jo, don''t get close to Head Manager Park from now on. What? Why? I don''t know, I heard from Head Manager Lee. I heard President-nim took a strong shot. He said he would kill Head Manager Park. They said it was a mess. So don''t stand out for nothing and be quiet. It was not only Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang who heard the words. In an instant, Head Manager Park Jangwon became a loner in thepany and ended his life like that. Im sorry. On the day of the funeral. It was when Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang, who felt guilty about the death of Head Manager Park Jangwon, was on the verge of copsing due to alcohol. Head Manager Park Jangwon''s wife quietly handed him a pencil case. He used it at work, but he left it at home that day. It was used by thepany, so Assistant Manager Jo should take care of it. Head Manager Park''s wife, who didn''t know what happened at thepany. After epting the pencil case, Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang swallowed down tears and opened the pencil case. The pens and highlighter used by Head Manager Park Jangwon. And in between. What USB. The USB contained the truth about the missing worker case. Conversations with other workers who knew about the disappearance, and pictures of the scene where Seo Jinsang handed over money in return for covering the truth. It was clear that Head Manager Park Jangwon would not have taken his own life over this evidence. Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang also suspected the death of Head Manager Park. But there was no evidence. It''s the worker case. Even if it''s revealed on USB, Head Manager Park.... It was when he sat down and covered his face with his hands, thinking about it. That, Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang-nim? Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang was startled by the sudden voice and stood up. Wh, who. It was Hyunsoo who came to Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang. Hyunsoo took out his official ID and showed it. Po, police? I don''t have time, so I''ll say it briefly. Assistant Manager Jo, President Seo Jinsang and his secretary will kidnap you and try to kill you. Pardon?! Whats that. You''re investigating the case that Head Manager Park Jangwon was chasing, right? A missing worker case That. It was Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang-nim who visited Reporter Han Wooseob of the Jeongsan Daily, right? To reveal that the disappearance of a worker is not a simple disappearance. . For more urate evidence, Assistant Manager Jo Youngkwang investigated the case further. President Seo Jinsang knows that Assistant Manager Jo is digging into the death of Head Manager Park and the worker case. He, he knows? Hyunsoo handed the recorder to Assistant Manager Jo, who looked at Hyunsoo with rounded eyes. Catch President Seo Jinsang with me. * * * You You son of a b*tch!! President Seo Jinsang, who walked to Assistant Manager Jo, quickly stole the recorder. Then. You motherf*ckers!! Something like this! I can break it all down!! He threw the recorder on the floor and began to stomp on it mercilessly. The recorder, which had begun to crack at the heel of his shoe, shattered. However, Hyunsoo, who was still looking at the excited President Seo Jinsang, only shook his head back and forth. You''re acting awkward again. Hey, President Seo, you don''t even watch movies? What?!! Hyunsoo took out his cell phone with a sad expression. The recording was being backed up live. Would you have saved it in one stupid way? Eek! President Seo Jinsang''s eyes opened wide. Then he swung at his men. What are you doing? Catch him! At the same time, the factory door slid open. Wh, what! Everyone stay still! Police! Then, detectives from the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency rushed in with Police Officer Kim Yoojoon, who was waving eagerly. Inspector-nim! We are here!! Chapter 29 Chapter 29 Yah! Let go of me!! You bastards Yah! Do you know who I am?! Inside the construction site, the police and President Seo Jinsang''s men got tangled up and became a mess. There were those who meekly put down the wooden sticks they were holding, while there were those who were forcibly suppressed while holding the wooden sticks until the end. Do you think I''ll end like this?! Uh?!! President Seo Jinsang, who was the first to be subdued, was struggling. Seo Jinsang, who was being dragged by both arms, shouted to Hyunsoo. I''m not staying still! I''m not going to die like this!! However, Hyunsoo only smiled and did not respond. Seo Jinsang was more enraged at his reaction and left the factory gate. I''m not gonna let you go!! Wait and see!!! Haa His voice is really loud. Hyunsoo picked his ears. Then, after checking that Seo Jinsang and his men were dragged out of the factory, he took out his cell phone. . The cell phones screen shed on. Hyunsoo, who was looking at the empty screen for a while, turned again to see if there was a waiting contact. At that time. President Seo Jinsang, who was dragged out of the factory, quickly rolled his eyes to find his secretary. Then he shouted in a loud voice as he saw the secretary being pulled over by the car next to him. Call President Lee right away! Got it? Yes! I understand. Seo Jinsang got into the car with the voice of the secretary moving away. His expression was quite flushed by the unexpected situation. But Seo Jinsang did not lose hope. Without knowing that it was a vain hope. I can''t die like this. The car started with Seo Jinsang opening his eyes wide. * * * After a while. Hyunsoo was driving back to the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency with Police Officer Kim Yoojoon. Jiing- Hyunsoos cell phone vibrated. Hyunsoo immediately turned on his cell phone and answered the call. The caller was President Park. Uh, go ahead. -The things you asked me to find out? It seems that Inspector-nims guess was correct. On the day he stopped by Sangji Police Station to find out the truth about the incident, Hyunsoo suspected the police were involved in the incident. A restraining order from above. Obviously, in addition to Sangma Construction, argerpany had contact with the upper part of Sangji Police Station. Daesang Construction. Hyunsoo''s guess was this. Daesang Construction, which worked with Sangma Construction, must have colluded with the police to protect Sangma Construction. Hyunsoo, who caught a glimpse of Police Officer Kim Yoojoon, who was driving, slightly covered his mouth and said. Is there a connection? -Yes, I confirmed that Lee Yoonjae, president of Daesang Construction, and Sangji Police Stations chief had a meal together. It seemed like they were talking for quite a long time. Okay. I''ll call you back. Hyunsoo put down his cell phone. His guess was correct. Sangma Construction and Daesang Construction were connected, and for Sangma Construction, Daesang Construction blocked the mouth of the Sangji Police Station. It was highly likely that the chief of Sangji Police Station was involved. There''s no ce that''s not rotten. Daesang Construction negotiated with the police to cover up their illegal activities. And the medium of the negotiations was mostly. Money. Or a position. Sangji Police Station gave in to the temptation. Looking at the road visible through the front window, Hyunsoo smiled lightly. The inheritance wasn''t in vain. If it was money that led them, it would be money that would bring them down. No, Hyunsoo intended to make it that way. For money, illegal constructionpanies, police who had forgotten their duty. All of them would be ruined for money. * * * After a while. President Seo Jinsang, who had arrived first, was sitting in the interrogation room of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Hes still not picking up?! He was stomping his feet next to his secretary, who took the phone and made a call. On the secretary''s cell phone, only the ringing tone continued. The secretary who hung up the phone shook his head while looking at Seo Jinsang. Yes, maybe I think he''s not picking up on purpose. What? Give it to me. Seo Jinsang, who took the cell phone from the secretary, called again to the number marked President Lee of Daesang Construction. Why the hell Why!! However, all that followed was the ringing tone. President Lee Yoonjae''s voice, which was his only hope, was not heard. Feeling frustrated, Seo Jinsang jumped up from his seat and called again. Ttu-Ttu- The connecting sound was getting longer, and again, the desired voice was not heard. Why, why isnt he picking up!! President Lee is the only one who can save us now. Seo Jinsang hit the table with his palm with a frustrated expression. It was then. Ting- A text message popped up on his phone Seo Jinsang quickly raised his head and looked at his phone. . And when he saw the text on the screen, President Seo Jinsang''s face turned white. [ Daesang Construction President Lee Yoonjae-nim - Let''s stop contacting now. You know what I mean, right? Stop here for your mother in the countryside. ] Seo Jinsang slumped down in the chair. His face was as pale as a ghost. The bewildered secretary looked at President Seo Jinsang. Pre, President-nim What''s wrong with you? What did he say. Stiff body and bloodshot eyes. Seo Jinsang grabbed the phone and mmed it on the table. No!!! In the interrogation room, the sound of the cell phone hitting the table rang several times. But that was it. Seo Jinsang, who saw the message from President Lee Yoonjae, could not do anything more. Seo Jinsang bit his lips until they bled, and hit his head on the table. . This was the end. No one could get him out of here anymore. * * * At that time. Hyun-soo, who got out of the car, was walking in the parking lot of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Lee Yoonjae will definitely abandon Seo Jinsang, then. Hyunsoo was entering the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency while looking at his cell phone. He folded and unfolded his fingers, muttering to himself as he moved along. This time, Sangma Construction. There was a man watching him from afar. It was Han Daesung, the Team Leader of Team 2. The corner of the parking lot. Team Leader Han Daesung, who was smoking a cigarette in an inconspicuous ce hidden by a tree, exhaled smoke. What is he going to do. Then came his worried sigh. Team Leader Han Daesung was a former police officer and was raised to the position of the team leader of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s Major Crime Investigation team. He had been in the police force for quite some time, and he had watched all kinds of police. Police officers like Heo Insung made money from minor corruption and maintained personal connections. Police officers like Hyunsoo risked everything for their sense of duty. And he had watched the end of both. Police like Hyunsoo usually disappeared. That was why Team Leader Han Daesung was more and more careful. He was also a person with a sense of justice, but for the sake of his parents and family he had to support, he closed his eyes and kept the line as much as he could. Therefore, he respected Hyunsoo, who was a junior, but did not shy away. A guy who attacked without hesitation, a guy who went forward unconditionally for the sake of the victim, even if it meant hitting a disadvantage himself. He thought he was the most police-like police. So he thought Hyunsoo wouldn''t disappear so easily from the National Police Agency like the police who were simr to him. However. It''s dangerous now. The atmosphere in the police station was flowing in a different direction than before. The eyes of his fellow police officers, who had been ignoring him as just an idiot, changed, and at the same time, the media began to focus on him. If this was the case, Hyunsoo would definitely be noticed by those from above. Team Leader Han Daesung, who dropped the cigarette to the ground, put the fire out with his foot. He couldn''t just watch Hyunsoo. Team Leader Han Daesung stood up. And when he was about to walk, someone tapped Team Leader Han Daesung on the shoulder. Excuse me, may I know where Inspector Lee Hyunsoo-nim is? Who are you? * * * You didn''t forget the promise to let me do the interview, right? Corridor of Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. It was Reporter Seo Gaeun who visited Hyunsoo. Hyunsoo smiled as he bowed his head at Team Leader Han Daesung, who came with Reporter Seo Gaeun. You work hard untilte. You promised, so don''t say anything else. Its true, then. Inspector Lee. When Hyunsoo was about to ept the interview, Team Leader Han Daesung interrupted. Yes? Let''s talk for a minute. * * * If you do an interview, the public will pay more attention, it''s different from thest time you were a star on CCTV, Inspector Lee. What''s wrong with you all of a sudden, Team Leader-nim? If that happens, the above will pay attention to you. You know, the people from above. If they don''t like it, they will change things as they please. Team Leader Han Daesung''s eyes were serious. Then Hyunsoo squinted his eyes and said. Team Leader Han, are you really worried about me? Inspector Lee, I''m not kidding. Don''t worry. Even if I seem like a reckless guy, I move while thinking. No, I mean. Hyunsoo waved off Han Daesung. Then, saying don''t worry, he passed him and headed for Reporter Seo Gaeun. Inspector Lee, listen to me for a second. Leaving Team Leader Han Daesung behind, Hyunsoo approached Reporter Seo Gaeun and gently opened his mouth. Reporter Seo, do you know many reporters? Reporters I know? Well, there''s a lot. Then call some. Thosereporters? To interview Detective-nim? Hyunsoo smiled. Then Team Leader Han Daesung approached and screamed. Yah! Even if you hear my words! No, not me. Hyunsoo shook his head. Team Leader Han Daesung and Reporter Seo Gaeun tilted their heads at the same time. Then? Only Reporter Seo can do my interview, and one more person can do it with the other reporters. Who? * * * Hahahaha, I''m the only one who wholeheartedly supported. The next day, early in the morning. Kim Taek, the Commissioner of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, was sitting in the room with a bright expression on his face and reporters pressing sh at him. Still, isn''t it true that Commissioner-nim''s support helped Inspector Lee Hyunsoo-nim to catch the constructionpany hiding the massive corruption funds? Well, if you look at it that way, it could be. Hahahaha! Commissioner Kim Taek burst into a heartyugh. Then, questions from reporters poured in, and Commissioner Kim Taek''s smile continued. And in front of the door. Team Leader Han Daesung approached Hyunsoo, who was watching the whole situation. He looked at Hyunsoo with a face full of worries and confusion. Are you still worried? Hyunsoo uttered in a small voice. I don''t know what the hell youre up to. Looking at it like this. It''s not the reputation I need, it''s the trust. What? Hyunsoo slowly smiled at Team Leader Han Daesung, whose eyes were round. You don''t have to worry about me. Chapter 30 Chapter 30 A high-end Korean restaurant in Cheongdam-dong. A familiar interior. In the farthest room, Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Commissioner Kim Taek and Daesang Construction President Lee Yoonjae were sitting. So maybe I''ll take the seat of the Commissioner General, hahahaha! Commissioner Kim Taek burst intoughter in a loud voice. But soon hisughter diminished. Ah, yes. This was because President Lee Yoonjae was filling his mouth with food. President Lee Yoonjae quickly spooned, nodding his head as if it didn''t matter who said what in front of him. Ehem I''m saying this is all thanks to President-nim! Hahaha! Commissioner Kim Taek burst intoughter as he tried to look away once more. However, Lee Yoonjae didnt care. I understand, so let''s eat first, I''m hungry. Ah, yes. By all means. Commissioner Kim Taek raised his spoon with an embarrassing cough. It had been a few minutes since they had been eating in silence like that. Commissioner Kim Taek, who couldn''t stand it, carefully opened his mouth. President Lee, about Sangma Construction. Ah, that! Only then did Lee Yoonjae raise his head and meet Commissioner Kim Taek''s eyes. I forgot for a second, we met to talk about that, right? Pardon? Ah, yes! Thats right. President Seo Jinsang of Sangma Construction is about to be arrested, so I wanted to ask what President-nim thinks.. Lee Yoonjae put his spoon down with a Tak!. At the same time, Commissioner Kim Taek stopped talking. Wondering if he had made a mistake, he was nervous. His opponent was the third-generation chaebol and the president of arge constructionpany. Even if he looked clumsy and dull, he was a guy who could do anything when he was in a bad mood. In addition, a guy who could cover anything with money. Commissioner Kim Taek swallowed dry saliva. However, it was Lee Yoonjae''s soft voice that led to a different result from his worries. I know, I hope Commissioner-nim will deal with it as quickly as he can. Then, it doesn''t matter if I hand it over directly to the prosecutor. Thats right. Lee Yoonjae smiled with his thick cheeks folded. Instead, you know, right? You''ll tell the prosecution separately that all the links between Sangma Construction and Daesang Construction should be removed, just in case. I understand, don''t worry! Commissioner Kim Taek bowed his head with a loyal expression. Commissioner Kim Taek bowed his head to the young man for a long time, but his expression looked genuinely happy. From Congressman Cha Hyunchang to Daesang Construction President Lee Yoonjae! Commissioner Kim Taek had devoted his life to managing personal connections. There had always been a limit to increasing and maintaining personal connection with just one type of connection. Even if he wanted to establish a rtionship with key powers, it was not that easy. However. Lee Hyunsoo, that guy is a very good thing. Thanks to him, I''ve been able to meet these people. Congressman Cha Hyunchang and President Lee Yoonjae were all personal connections asked by Hyunsoo. At first, he thought it was simply a young police officer who was lucky to receive media attention. He would be a very good sword. It was when Commissioner Kim Taek''s smile deepened. Knock knock- Ah, I guess the additional menu came out. Come on in. The door slid open and an employee with a familiar face came in with food. Here''s the additional food and water. He was a subordinate of President Park, who recorded the conversation between Incheon Commissioner Go Junhwan and Congressman Cha Hyunchang. Please call me if you need anything else. The employee, who put down the bowl full of food and thest bottle of water, left through the door. * * * At that time. The room next to Commissioner Kim Taek and President Lee Yoonjae. The door opened, and the employee who had just left food and water in the room of Commissioner Kim Taek entered. . Without saying a word, the employee bowed his head to Hyunsoo and put a tray containing a small cell phone with an earphone jack on the table. Thanks. The employee bowed her head once more and left the room. Then Hyunsoo put the earphones in his ears right away. Through the earphones, he could hear the conversation between Commissioner Kim Taek and President Lee Yoonjae in the next room. -President-nim, you look like Chairman Lee Yoonhee-nim, so you''re very good at dressing, you can be a model. -What do you mean model? I picked up clothes from my mom''s department store and came out wearing them. Ah, but this fish is really good. -Ah do you like fish? Then maybe fishing? When I go fishing, I wont forget to. -I hate fishing because it''s boring. Hyunsoo let out a light sigh and took out his notebook. They''re just talking nonsense. Then, listening to their conversation, he wrote something in his notebook at the same time. Seoul Commissioner Kim Taek, and. In the notebook, the names of Congressman Cha Hyunchang and Daesang Construction Lee Yoonjae are connected, centering on the name of Commissioner Kim Taek. Politics, economy, police. Hyunsoo intended to put all of them in the palm of his hand and move them. To deal with huge chaebol conglomerates, to reveal their bare faces. * * * That night. Hyunsoo was walking through the residential area with a ck stic bag in his hand. Daesang Construction President Lee Yoonjae Hyunsoo''s father, Lee Hanseok, had four siblings. Among them, his younger sister Lee Yoonhee, Chairman of Daesang Department Store, and her only son Lee Yoonjae, President of Daesang Construction. Lee Yoonhee, Chairman of Daesang Department Store, who divorced when Lee Yoonjae was young, raised her son dearly. Thanks to this, Lee Yoonjae, who grew up in a chaebol family and only received love from his mother, became a rich fool who didn''t know how to do anything. Still, there is nothing stronger than the back of parents in thepany. Lee Yoonjae took the position of President of Daesang Construction because of his bloodline. Advantageous connections were naturally formed because of his family, but he didn''t know how to do anything himself. He''s someone who can be manipted enough like Commissioner Kim Taek. It would take a while to deal with Chairman Lee Yoonhee, Lee Yoonjae''s mother. She was a person who took her share urately among brothers who had no blood or tears. If Chairman Lee Yoonhee doesn''t notice I can make Lee Yoonjae my puppet. Ultimately, it could be the entire Daesang Group that had to be fought. Fighting against such a huge conglomerate was impossible even for Hyunsoo, who had a lot of inheritance. I need to move while controlling everything well. Step step- Hyunsoo entered the house and climbed the stairs. Beep beep beep- Soon after, the door lock opened, and Hyunsoo shook the ck stic bag with a bright expression. Grandma, I bought chicken. He handed the bag to the grandmother who greeted Hyunsoo happily. Then, when he turned around, the grandmother caught Hyunsoo. Aren''t you going to eat with me? Ah, I have something to look at. You should eat first. Okay. For some reason, the grandmother sent Hyunsoo without asking further. It was because of Hyunsoo''s expression. That expression again. The grandmother, sitting in the chair, looked at the room where Hyunsoo entered without touching the stic bag. * * * Hyunsoo entered the room and took out the materials from the desk drawer. Most of them are data rted to the Daesang Group. And the bottom. He opened the filebeled [Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency]. Commissioner Kim Taek. The front page was a piece of paper with the identity and characteristics of Commissioner Kim Taek written on it. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency created a good image several times, and it was Hyunsoo who brought about the result. Commissioner Kim Taek knew this. And he knew that this result would have a great impact on his delegation as the Commissioner General. There. I''ve got the reporters there for an interview, and I''ve got the ne flying. Although he was more of a blind man than a police officer, he was someone who never forgot favors. I''ll get a call soon. Then, Hyunsoo''s cell phone vibrated. It was a text notification. As expected, the sender was Commissioner Kim Taek. [Ill meet Commissioner General-nim in 2 days, I''d like you toe with me.] A smile was drawn on Hyunsoo''s lips. He''s a guy who doesn''t go beyond expectations. * * * The next day, on the way to work. Hyunsoo, who came to work by bus after a long time, was crossing the crosswalk in front of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Inspector-nim! Hyunsoo, who had crossed the crosswalk and entered the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, turned around. From a distance, Police Officer Kim Yoojoon was running, waving his hand with a happy face. You have good eyes too, you punk. It was when Hyunsoo, who raised his hand, was about to greet Police Officer Kim Yoojoon. Now? For a moment, Hyunsoo stopped. Because the scene shed in his head. * * * Thump thump! An office that looked familiar, a dull sound rang out. You stupid *sshole! You can''t control a nutcase like that?! This was the office of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s deputy chief of investigation. Park Seunggil, Deputy Chief of Investigation, was striking the shin of Team Leader Heo Insung. Im, Im sorry. Team Leader Heo Insung, who had been holding his legs and frowning, suddenly straightened his back. I, I didn''t know until the interview. That''s why you should have kept an eye on him from the time he said he was going to catch Commissioner Go Junhwan with the crazy woman of the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit! At that time he handed over the credits to the Metropolitan Crime Investigation Unit I thought he wasn''t interested in that kind of thing. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil''s fierce eyes continued. Team Leader Heo Insung immediately bowed his head. Im, Im sorry! Anyway, what that bastard does isn''t normal. He wagged his tail at Commissioner Kim, and now he has decided to go to the meeting with Commissioner General-nim with him instead of me tomorrow. Huh, pardon? Meet Commissioner General-nim with that guy? Thats right!! He wouldn''t have done this if you''d done it right!! Once again, Deputy Chief Park Seunggil''s foot flew off, and Team Leader Heo Insung bent over. Ha How the hell did he coax Commissioner Kim Taek Now it seems like he trusts him more than me. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil let out a deep sigh and messed up his hair. Then. Bang! He hit the table with his fist. I thought he was a guy who ran amok with a vain sense of justice, but he was a tiger. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil, who was sitting at the table, turned to Team Leader Heo Insung. It''s not like Commissioner Kim Taek seems to like him a little, he even held an interview himself. What, what should we do? Knock him down somehow, or either you or I might be knocked down. * * * Again, in front of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Hyunsoo opened his eyes wide at the end of the scene. This is also an assault case. The corners of Hyunsoo''s mouth, which had been hardened, curled. This is a pretty good ability. Hyunsoo, who was raising the corners of his mouth in a fishy manner, raised his head and looked at the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Above the wall of Seoul Police Agency, through the trees, he could see the building. I wasn''t sure, but. Top floor of the building. A room close to the center, where the curtains were drawn. This was the room of Park Seunggil, Deputy Chief of Investigation. Hyunsoo''s gaze, which stopped there, shone coolly. It tells me exactly who my enemy is. It''s a very useful skill. Chapter 31 Chapter 31 After a while. Deputy Chief of Investigation Park Seunggil''s office. What, what should we do? Knock him down somehow, or either you or I might be knocked down. This was a scene that shed through Hyunsoo''s mind. Team Leader Heo Insung straightened his back while brushing the dust off his shin. Team Leader Heo. At the words of Deputy Chief Park Seunggil, Team Leader Heo Insung approached him. Then, Deputy Chief Park Seunggil put a heavy hand on Heo Insung''s shoulder. Park Seunggil''s rxed voice was then heard. You know that even if I cherish Team Leader Heo, if something goes wrong, I can''t cover the money you took, right? . You know I''m turning a blind eye to everything you did, from getting paid to tell the perpetrators to selling raid information to gangsters, right? But Lee Hyunsoo, he knows. Team Leader Heo Insung swallowed dry saliva. Park Seunggil was the Deputy Chief of Investigation at the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. A person who was mentioned as a potential nominee for the Seoul Commissioner after Commissioner Kim Taek. Soon, this was the person who would sit at the apex of the power of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. I can only guess at the situation now, but if he try to grab Team Leader Heo''s ankle with the backing of Commissioner Kim Taek, won''t he be able to catch you? Deputy Chief Park Seunggil''s eyebrows wriggled. If Lee Hyunsoo is doing well, it''s not good for you either. It was what his eyes meant. He''s the one who caught the Incheon Commissioner. Do you think he''ll cut you some ck because you''re his team leader? Team Leader Heo Insung nodded. In any case, Heo Insung wanted to take the line of Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. Although there were several candidates for the Commissioner of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, he had the most influential line among them, and it was because he had a deep rtionship with Commissioner Kim Taek. Lee Hyunsoo, if it wasn''t for him. Heo Insung nodded with a grim face. I understand. Let''s do well, Team Leader Heo. Yes. After saying that, Heo Insung left the office. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil got up from the table and moved closer to the window. Rustle- The scenery outside Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency as seen through the curtains. I thought it was urgent to put Commissioner Kim Taek in the position of Commissioner General.. It didnt matter. If things went wrong, hard work would be done, and good would be seen. I''ll have to deal with it for sure. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil''s eyes reflected in the window rolled. A young detective who began to gain media attention as a righteous police officer. ns for destroying this kid passed through his mind. Then suddenly. If that''s the case. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil picked up the cell phone that was on the table. Then he called somewhere. Uh, you know that casest time? Bring me the data. Yeah, that''s right. I think I''ve found the right person. * * * At that time, the hallway. Team Leader Heo Insung was walking with a limp aftering out of Deputy Chief Park Seunggil''s room. Ha, f*ck. He stopped walking and put one hand on the wall, caressing his shin. Then. Does it hurt a lot? Heo Insung raised his head at the sudden voice. You! Then, leaning against the wall, he saw Hyunsoo smiling. Smiling, he looked as if he knew what happened in the room. No, you were touching your shins with a crumble face. I was wondering if Deputy Chief Park kicked you in the shin. It looks very hurt. Hyunsoo looked at Heo Insung''s shin. Then, Heo Insung straightened his back and asked as if nothing had happened. Forget it. But what are you doing here? Do you have something to do with Deputy Chief-nim? I''m here to see Commissioner-nim, not the Deputy Chief-nim. Commissioner-nim? Heo Insung''s eyes shook. Yes. Why? Is there a problem? No, nothing. It was as Deputy Chief Park Seunggil had said. If Commissioner Kim Taek and Hyunsoo became closer due to Hyunsoo''s performance, not only Deputy Chief Park Seunggil but also himself would be in a cold state. Heo Insung raised his head and looked at Hyunsoo with cold eyes. Do your best. I don''t know if it''ll work out. Thank you for your support. Hyunsoo smiled at Heo Insung. * * * After a while. Briefing? Commissioner Kim Taeks room. Hyunsoo, who was sitting on the sofa, turned his head to Commissioner Kim Taek. Hyunsoo ran to the Commissioner''s room immediately after receiving a text message telling him toe to the room. He thought he was going to talk about tomorrow''s meeting with the Commissioner General.. Yes, the Sangma Construction case is emerging as a huge issue in the media, and as the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency took the lead in solving it, we need to brief this time.. It was Hyunsoo who called the reporters using Reporter Seo Gaeun. Of course, it was done to gain the trust of Commissioner Kim Taek. He''s gonna use me. Just as Hyunsoo was trying to use Commissioner Kim, Kim Taek was trying to use Hyunsoo as much as he could. You''re the right person. You''re the one who brought the almost-covered case up above the water. Patting Hyunsoo on the shoulder, Commissioner Kim Taek continued his soft voice. And now that it''s like this, you should debut on TV as the face of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. What''s the point of leaving such a handsome face? You have to use it. A small smile crept across Hyunsoo''s lips. It wasn''t bad. No, rather, it was more certain to let Kim Taek use him than trust. Yes, I understand. It''s my first time, but since you''re asking me, I''ll do my best. Yes! Well thought out! Hahaha, there''s going to be a big star policeing out of our Seoul Police Agency! Commissioner Kim Taek''sughter echoed. After the briefing, Kim Taek would use the media to make Hyunsoo a star. Because he knew that it would help him in his position as Commissioner General. Kim Taek, who had beenughing for a long time, grabbed Hyunsoo by the shoulder. Oh, ande to think of it, was it TN that called the reporters for an interview then I heard she''s a reporter from a small Intepany. Do you know her? Hyunsoo''s head tilted. However, he soon erased his expression and opened his mouth. No, I don''t know her well. Just by chance.. Commissioner Kim Taek nodded and said. I see, so how about dinner tonight? I''m sorry, my grandmother is alone at home. I don''t think the meal will be possible, I''m sorry. Ah, I see. Kim Taek looked disappointed. Then don''t worry and go. After all, you''re a grown-up, but you''re paying special attention to your grandmother too. We can have a meal togetherter, so its fine. Yes. Im sorry. * * * After a while, Hyunsoo wasing down the stairs. Jiiing- When the cell phone rang, Hyunsoo took it out. [Caller: TN Reporter Seo Gaeun] Yes, Reporter Seo. -Are you busy today? A lot of people ask about today''s schedule, why? Hyunsoo, who came down to the lobby, went out of the building with his cell phone in his ear. Then, he stopped walking. In the corner of the parking lot, Reporter Seo Gaeun was waving hard with her cell phone in one hand. * * * What do you think? It''s a summary of the interview, is that okay? There''s not too much private information, but it doesn''t mean it''s too obvious. The back alleyway of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency. Reporter Seo Gaeun and Hyunsoo were sitting on a bench on a quiet street. Hyunsoo turned his head while looking at the documents he received from Seo Gaeun. Do you always get confirmation like this? Every interview? Well, it''s not like that, but I''m a meticulous person. So you''re saying it''s okay, right? It was a summary of Hyunsoo''s interview. Hyunsoo nodded and handed over the documents, and she continued, putting them in her bag. A single article can change a person''s life. Of course, it would be nice if it was good, but most of what I do is bad. . So I tend to be meticulous. Of course, right now, I only have good things to say about Detective-nim. Hyunsoo, who had been listening to her words, slowly opened his mouth. Can I ask you just one question? What is it? Wasn''t you originally a reporter for the social affairs department of KM Broadcasting Station? I feel like I''ve seen you once before. Reporter Seo Gaeun, who hesitated for a moment, nodded lightly. That''s right, but I quit. So I work for a small Inte mediapany called TN. Quit. Hyunsoo stared at Seo Gaeun quietly. At Hyunsoos gaze, Seo Gaeun smiled. I know what you''re thinking, but I didn''t get fired. Are you saying you quit on your own? That major broadcasting station? Seo Gaeun nodded. Even if I did the interview, I couldn''t publish the article. The broadcastingpany itself censored it so much, and if it''s news about someone who has a little connection with the director. It would have been buried in no time. I felt skeptical as a reporter. Well, there was a lot of pressure on me to get out on my own, but I moved on my own anyway. I like to write articles that I can write, even for smallpanies. It was Seo Gaeun''s sincere words. Hyunsoo, who had been watching her, nced at his watch and said. Shall we go eat? * * * They headed to a baekbanjip* near Hyunsoo''s house. It was close to lunchtime, so Hyunsoo and Seo Gaeun were eating at a table full of side dishes. Still, President-nim is quite young, so hes trying to do something like a YouTube channel. These days, more people watch the news through video than through text. Hyunsoo was also enjoying listening to herpany''s story, as to how many times they had worked together. But again, camera and things like that cost a lot of money When I was at the broadcasting station, there was someone in charge of everything, so I didn''t have to worry about it. Seo Gaeun''s words continued for a long time. Soon after, however, Hyunsoo''s head tilted. No matter how small an Inte mediapany was, the more he listened to her, the more poor the foundation of the mediapany seemed. Hyunsoo, who put down his spoon, opened his mouth. By the way, how many employees do you have in yourpany? Since it''s a mediapany, there will be at least 10 people. There are 2 people. Pardon?! Surprised, Hyunsoo''s eyes widened. 2people? Yes. Seo Gaeun nodded awkwardly. NoSo, President-nim and Reporter Seo Gaeun-nim. Just two? Yes Haha. Ha. Hyunsoo grabbed his forehead. Hyunsoo wanted to work together with Reporter Seo Gaeun until the end. Even though he had a high regard for Reporter Seo Gaeun as a reporter, he thought it was apany with a certain amount of thought to publish all of her articles. However. How''s your sry? Two people, this was the number of people that couldnt be established as an organization called apany. Now that he thought about it, he could understand the disastrous number of views of the articles. When Seo Gaeun nodded awkwardly. You can feed her. Hyunsoo turned his head to a familiar voice. Grandma? Hyunsoo''s grandmother was standing right next to the table. What are you surprised at? The two of you are eating in front of the street corner on our way home. No, but how. I still have good eyes. Right? I don''t use a magnifying ss at this age. I saw you on the way to buy fruit, so I came in. When the grandmother sat down naturally, Seo Gaeun bowed her head with a bright smile. How have you been? Uh uh, yeah. Pretty Reporter-nim. Were you on a date? No, no, it''s not that. Hyunsoo held his forehead with both hands as if he had a headache. Then the grandmother shook her hand and said. Aigoo, what are you so worried about? Just buy it. Huh? Hyunsoo tilted his head. What do you mean? Our pretty Reporter-nim''spany is a tiny little one with only two people, but its still just onepany, you can just buy it. You have a lot of money. Reporter Seo Gaeun, who didn''t understand, widened her eyes at the grandmother''s words. Buy it? However, Hyunsoo''s eyes sparkled. In the end, the biggest problem even for the major media outlets, which had plenty of support, was that theycked the reporters spirit. However, Reporter Seo Gaeun, and the president of TN Media who protects her. It was a small mediapany, but if Hyunsoo''s support wasbined to make it a biggerpany. Hyunsoo''s head turned to Seo Gaeun. Reporter Seo, what''s Presidet-nim''s number? __________ * (baekbanjip): a type of restaurant that serves a variety of side dishes that included in the set. The number of side dishes can vary from 5 side dishes to dozens of side dishes. Chapter 32 Chapter 32 In front of the restaurant. Hyunsoo, who came out after some calctions, was on the phone. Find out if he''s a guy with different faces or if you can trust him. The caller was President Park. He asked for an investigation into the President of TN Media, Reporter Seo Gaeunspany. Even if Reporter Seo Gaeun was trustworthy, he couldn''t trust her president, whom he had never met. If it was apany that he invested money in to build up its body, he had to thoroughly investigate the president. It was an unexpected method, but it would be okay to grow in size itself. Somehow, Grandma came up with a good idea. -Pardon? Who? Nah, forget it. Call me when you''re done investigating. -Yes, I understand. Hyunsoo put down his cell phone. Then a littleter. Reporter Seo Gaeun and the grandmother, each holding a cup of vending machine coffee, left the restaurant side by side. So you said that even Detective-nim couldn''t catch it? That''s unexpected. Friendly atmosphere. The grandmother nced at Hyunsoo and said. Even though he looks like this, he is very afraid of bugs. He pretended to be strong, but when he saw the bug, he ran away with his tail between his legs. Then Reporter Seo Gaeun and the grandmother smiled at each other. Of course, Hyunsoo stared at the two with his eyebrows raised. Let''s stop talking nonsense and go home now. * * * At that time. Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Deputy Chief of Investigation Park Seunggil''s office. That case? Heo Insung''s eyes widened as he listened to Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. Then, if Inspector Lee can solve it Hes going to be a real national star.. He can''t. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil firmly shook his head. It was about the case brought by Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. The case that Hyunsoo would be entrusted with the momentum of his sess. However, Hyunsoo would fall into the abyss because of this case, no, he had to be. Stop him. By any means. The case that Deputy Chief Park Seunggil would hand over to Hyunsoo was a fairly recent unsolved case. Corpses continuously appeared on the golf course. What the corpses had inmon was that they were all women and all have signs of sexual assault. But that was the end. There was no clue about the criminal, and the investigation fell into abyrinth like that. Do you know why a cold case is a cold case, Team Leader Heo? It couldn''t be solved Isn''t it like that? That''s right, a case the police can''t solve. It''s a case that can''t be revealed for 10 years, 20 years, or for the rest of your life. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil leaned over to Heo Insung and said. How does Lee Hyunsoo solve such a case? He thinks he''s done something because he''s solved a few things, ha. Park Seunggil''s snort was heard, disregarding Hyunsoo. Anyway, that Inspector, hes just a kid who just graduated from the Police Academy and is struggling in the field. Is that kind of kid able to solve a cold case? Deputy Chief Park Seunggil shook his head. No matter how long he soared, Hyunsoo was just a hound with no backing and only ability. When Deputy Chief Park Seunggil straightened his back again. Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Inspector Lee Hyunsoo and Seoul Commissioner Kim Taek''s interview.. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil and Heo Insung turned their heads at the sound of newsing from the TV in the corner. [Seoul Commissioner Kim Taek, who supported Inspector Lee Hyunsoo with his full support, will continue to work as a walking cane for the people, regardless of who the suspect in the case is.] The announcer continued. Then, the center of the screen turned from Commissioner Kim Taek to Hyunsoo. [Public interest in Inspector Lee Hyunsoo of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, who is famous for investigating allegations against various powerful people, is also extremely high. Let''s hear from the citizens.] Then, the screen changed, and images of citizens doing interviews appeared on the streets of the city. [It''s good to have such a young police officer. The more young police officers there are in Korea, the brighter the future is.] [I saw him break the trunk to prevent the destruction of evidence. It was like a movie I like it because it''s refreshing.] [I wish there were more police like that. As with the arrest of the Incheon Commissioner this time, it is also important to raise awareness within the police and to train police officers like Detective Lee Hyunsoo-nim.] Beep- The TV went off. Then, Deputy Chief Park Seunggil put down the remote control with a rxed face. This will be thest time for such a reaction. If he jumps into the cold case and dig through everything for no reason and fail to solve it, he will simply be an enemy of the people. A smile was drawn on the lips of Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. This was because he imagined an interview with citizens who were filled with disappointment about Hyunsoo who failed to solve the case. [So why does he touch a case that can''t be solved and only make it harder for the bereaved family.] [I knew it from the time he smashed the trunk. He''s going to be a star.] [He took on a case that was way too much for his abilities.I heard that evidence is important in an unsolved case, but since hes been stirring around, all the criminals must have run away.] Originally, people tend to focus more on one failure than nine sesses. If you add Deputy Chief Park Seunggil''s media y to it. It''spletely over. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil, who was smiling, continued. And Inspector Lee Hyunsoo will be in charge of this briefing. Are you talking about the Sangma Construction briefing. Thats right. But wouldn''t it be dangerous? At this rate, he could be covered beyond our grasp before he can be dragged down.. No. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil shook his head. It hurts more when you fly high and fall. The disappointment and discouragement of the citizens will be great. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil shook the documents on the table. If he were to take on this case, the media would be very excited about it. Some people may want to see how Lee Hyunsoo, whose value has risen, goes to the abyss. He had to make a lot of people look forward to it. To the extent that it felt natural that Hyunsoo would solve the case soon. I''m going to gather as many reporters as possible. For the whole nation to know. The famous detective Lee Hyunsoo is in charge of this case. And if he fails. Bang! If an airne flying high crashes to the ground, it will break into more pieces. There''s no turning back. If that happens, Commissioner Kim Taek won''t be able to use Lee Hyunsoo to go to the Commissioner General''s post, and there will be no reason to protect him. * * * The next day. The briefing room of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency was filled with arge number of reporters, ranging from major media outlets to small media outlets on the Inte. There was a buzz of reporters who maintained their cameras, turned on theirptops, and settled down. I heard Inspector Lee Hyunsoo was in charge of the briefing. Does an inspector normally brief the case? He took the initiative in solving the case, but there''s a team leader. Hes such a hot cop, isnt he? Starting with the CCTV of breaking the trunk, his poprity is simr to idol-level. He''s handsome, too. Kyah- It''s an enviable life. Jealous of what, how much would the people at the top peck at him? If a cop who has no backing or anything goes around like that. Yah, but isn''t that weird? What? That. A cop with no background. How can a cop like that catch criminals like this? Only those in power, too. Isn''t there a huge background, not a small one? He''s writing a novel again. Hey Reporter Kim, then we would have known. Wasn''t there at least a rumor going around? There was a lot of spection about Hyunsoo. In the room next to the briefing room, Hyunsoo was preparing for the briefing with materials. Rustle- Just before the briefing. Hyunsoo, who was waiting to enter the briefing room, was approached by Team Leader Heo Insung. Are you nervous? The crazy guy of Seoul Police Station. Are you here to cheer me on? Well, I came here to cheer for something. Still, I''m your team leader. Heo Insung patted Hyunsoo''s arm with a mischievous smile. Don''t be scared and do well. It''s your first briefing. It can''t be thest one. Don''t worry. Still, wouldn''t I be better than Team Leader-nim? Probably because I''m better at investigating cases. Heo Insung''s face turned red at Hyunsoo''s words. He wanted to speak out loud right away, but now there were a lot of reporters. If he made a loud noise for no reason, it would only cause more trouble. Heo Insung nodded with a forced smile. Yeah Then work hard ande back. Deputy Chief Park is also looking forward to it. Sure, I think there are a lot of people looking forward to it, so I''ll live up to that expectation. Hyunsoo turned and headed to the briefing room. Heo Insung looked at Hyunsoo''s back. Do your best. Your first andst briefing. * * * This is Inspector Lee Hyunsoo, a member of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency''s Major Crime Investigation Team 1. From now on, we will begin a briefing on the corruption funds of Sangma Construction, the murder of Head Manager Park Jangwon, and the ident of a worker due to poor construction. First, Sangma Construction President Seo Jinsang. Hyunsoo''s briefing continued. It was his first time, but the reporters moved their hands busily while watching Hyunsoo continue the smooth process without shaking at all. And the very back row. I guess hes more of a broadcaster than I thought, but he won''t be able to go far anyway. It was Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. His eyes were smiling, but he was looking at Hyunsoo with a cold smile. He wouldn''t even dream of it. To think that he would be in charge of such a case, that he would fall into the abyss because of it. It was Heo Insung''s words who sat next to Deputy Chief Park Seunggil. Listening to Hyunsoo''s briefing, the two smiled happily. Then we''ll have to do it before tonight. You deliver the case to Inspector Lee, and I''ll tell the reporters. When Deputy Chief Park Seunggil spoke in a small voice, Heo Insung nodded. I understand. But hes not saying he won''t take it, right? Noticing the trap we dug. He will do it anyway Park Seunggil was sure. Hyunsoo was always sincere about the case. With that sincerity, he was a man who was obsessively chasing criminals. For such a man, an unsolved case would be like a poisoned chalice. He knows he can''t solve it, but he wants to solve it anyway. And hes going to rush to solve it. It was when Deputy Chief Park Seunggil nodded with a slight smile. ! For a moment, Park Seunggil frowned. It was because Hyunsoo, who was in the middle of the briefing, looked at him and smiled. Am I mistaken? Maybe he saw it wrong, and when he got rid of the gloomy feeling, unbelievable words came out of Hyunsoo''s mouth. That concludes the briefing. And I have one more thing to tell you. The hands of the reporters, who were typing at high speed, stopped all at once. Then, as they looked up at Hyunsoo, Hyunsoo picked up some of the documents under the briefing papers. The golf course serial murder case, a case that made headlines across the country a few years ago. ? The confused Park Seunggil and Heo Insung turned their heads. I intend to re-investigate this case. What? Park Seunggil frowned. At the same time, reporters in the briefing room raised their hands and started asking questions. Why are you re-investigating the case? Is there any hidden mastermind behind the culprit? Why are you bringing up the case again? Was there anything wrong with the investigation process at the time? Why investigate the case again? What''s the reason?! Hyunsoo raised his hand to restrain reporters'' questions. Then he said. Ju Hankwon, who was identified as the culprit of the case, was sentenced to life imprisonment. Everyone in the briefing room listened to Hyunsoo with bated breath. Ju Hankwon is not the real culprit. ?! There''s a separate culprit. I''ll catch the real culprit. At that moment, reporters'' shes began to explode from all sides. Chapter 33 Chapter 33 [Ju Hankwon is not the real culprit. There''s a separate culprit. I''ll catch the real culprit.] This was a news screen showing the scene of Hyunsoo briefing. Hyunsoo appeared with the reporter''s words. [It was a sudden and unexpected announcement, but as a star police that public opinion is paying attention to, Detective Lee Hyunsoo''s announcement of the investigation is bing a big topic..] Public opinion was hot. Then, was Ju Hankwon living an unfair prison life, who on earth was the real culprit, the real culprit was Ju Hankwon after all? There was a mixture of concern and support. Everyone''s attention was focused. All of this was what Deputy Chief Park Seunggil wanted. However, all of this was done by Hyunsoo. Hyunsoo''s smile, which he didn''t know what the hell he was thinking, was projected through the news screen. * * * After the unconventional announcement, Hyunsoo walked leisurely out of the briefing room. Seeing him like that, the police standing in the hallway turned their heads. Is he crazy? Hes going to bring up a closed case and turn it over? Hes going to take this opportunity to be a national star. But if the real culprit is caught, all the police officers who investigated that time will lose their heads.. Most of the responses were unfavorable. What Hyunsoo was trying to do was to overturn the closed case. If the real culprit was caught, everyone might have to take responsibility except for Ju Hankwon who had been unfairly caught. Anyway, just humiliate the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, then hes really out of this organization. But is it confirmed that the investigation is starting? Hes not doing that alone, is he? In such an atmosphere, Hyunsoo headed to the office of the Major Crime Investigation Team 1 with a smile on his face. Team Leader-nim? Then he could see Team Leader Han Daesung of Team 2. He was looking at Hyunsoo with worried eyes that were deeper thanst time. Are you really going to do that? I''ve told you so many times. At that time, Team Leader Han Daesung, who stopped talking, bowed his head toward Hyunsoo''s back. Deputy Chief-nim. It was because Deputy Chief Park Seunggil was standing behind Hyunsoo. Hyunsoo, who turned around, also bowed his head. Do you have anything to say, Deputy Chief-nim? Thank you for the briefing, and the surprise announcement. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil drew a faint smile. You''re going to re-investigate the case all of a sudden? To reveal such a thing in a briefing that the whole nation sees, you must really have high ambitions. But there was one thing that caught him. But why did you choose the golf course serial murder case? Do you think there is a real culprit? Park Seunggil had chosen another case to trap Hyunsoo. However, Hyunsoo chose to re-investigate. It was a more difficult case than the cold case. Even if the real culprit doesn''te out, it won''t do you any good. Why? There is no particr reason. Isn''t that the job of the police to find the culprit through an urate investigation? The reason I chose this case is just that there is a person who is falsely imprisoned. Park Seunggil nodded at Hyunsoo''s words. It didn''t matter what case Hyunsoo took on. After all, the result would be the same. Yeah, I''m rooting for you. Do your best. I hope you can solve the case. Hyunsoo wouldn''t solve the case. No, even if he solved it, he''d stop it himself. Park Seunggil, who was uttering soulless words of encouragement, moved on. Anyway, hes cheering you on with no sincere.. Is there anything Deputy Chief Park hated about you? These were the words of Team Leader Han Daesung, who was watching the conversation from the sidelines. Hyunsoo smiled at his words. I know. It''s not a cheer to solve the case, but a cheer to not solve it. In fact, Hyunsoo knew of Deputy Chief Park Seunggil''s n. The day before, when the scene of Deputy Chief Park Seunggil assaulting Team Leader Heo Insung shed through his mind, Hyunsoo heard Park Seunggil''sst words. Uh, you know that casest time? Bring me the data. Yeah, that''s right. I think I''ve found the right person. Deputy Chief Park Seunggil was calling someone. After hanging up the phone, Park Seunggil continued in a low voice. Golf Course Serial Murder Cold Case Let''s see if he can solve that too. Of course, he can''t because I won''t let him do it.. Park Seunggil''s intention was for Hyunsoo to fall into crisis. He couldn''t move ording to his intentions. The golf course serial murder case was a famous case that the whole nation knew at the time. However, it was a particrly memorable case for Hyunsoo. A case that shed through my mind. It was a case that happened when Hyunsoo was in the police academy and was receiving practice. Hyunsoo passed by the golf course where the case happened by chance. Scenes of the case shed through his mind. And Hyunsoo saw clearly. The culprits face And a few dayster, the criminal was caught. Ju Hankwon, a golf practice desk clerk. However, the face of the criminal that Hyunsoo saw belonged to a different person. Hyunsoo, who sensed something was wrong, reported it to the police. But the problem was that there was no evidence. Evidence that someone other than Ju Hankwon was the culprit. Thus, Hyunsoo had to see a citizen falsely used in front of his eyes go to prison without able to do anything. As time passed, Hyunsoo, who became a police officer, tried to find evidence of the case. However, the case had already been closed. It was a case that someone might have worked hard to close the case quickly. So all the remaining evidence was useless evidence, but It''s different this time. Hyunsoo, who became a star, said in front of numerous media that there was a separate culprit in the golf course serial murder case. If the topic became a hot issue, surely the culprit would also watch the news. If so, this time was different. I can catch him. Hyunsoo and Team Leader Han Daesung sailed to the conference room. Are you really going to help me? I don''t think the team members of Team 2 will look at it well. Han Dasung, who was worried that Hyunsoo would be a public disgrace, burned his will to help Hyunsoo. Is that a problem now? My favorite junior is about to fall into the abyss. Don''t believe in poprity, the scariest anti-fans are fans who turn their back on you. And when the two were entering the conference room, someone grabbed Hyunsoo by the shoulder. No, what do you mean there is a separate real culprit?! Did you really know something?! It was Reporter Seo Gaeun. When Hyunsoo left the briefing room, she, who followed him, breathed and said. Although the case became a national topic of discussion But how can you say there''s another real culprit! Then what about the detectives who caught Ju Hankwon as the culprit at that time?! Team Leader Han Daesung was surprised by Reporter Seo Gaeun, who was talking at a high speed with a worried face. Who is this Ah, Reporter-nim. I thought it was Inspector Lee''s wife. Team Leader Han Daesung scratched his head after seeing Reporter Seo Gaeun''s press ID. Let''s go in first. Except for the two of us, I don''t think there''s anyone who''s worried about this. Han Daesung opened the conference room door and entered. Me too! Then, Police Officer Kim Yoojoon ran in a hurry, waving his hand at the end of the hallway. Ah, the new member of Team 1? Hello! I am Police Officer Kim Yoojoon! Yeah,e on in. In the conference room, Hyunsoo, Team Leader Han Daesung, Reporter Seo Gaeun, and Police Officer Kim Yoojoon sat around. What Reporter Seo said earlier is correct. I don''t know why you''re doing this, but it''s good for the case to attract public attention. But on what grounds did you say there was a real culprit? Team Leader Han Daesung was the person who saw the investigation of the golf course case at that time. Although he did not participate in the investigation directly, he watched the police''s investigation process in person. And there was no problem. Ju Hankwon was the only one who had no alibi among those who were on the list of suspects and was the most connected to the golf course where four consecutive murders took ce. Reporter Seo Gaeun spoke this time. I''ve heard a lot about this case when I was at KM Broadcasting Station. I heard that all four golf courses where the murders took ce were visited by Ju Hankwon. I heard that he even confessedter? Hyunsoo nodded. However, he only smiled without saying anything. Han Daesung, who was watching this, tilted his upper body as if he was frustrated. So how the hell are you gonna catch the real culprit? Don''t just nod your head. Everyone in the conference room looked at Hyunsoo. They seemed to be waiting for Hyunsoo''s answer with the same expression. Then Hyunsoo slowly opened his mouth. There''s something I know. What? What do you know? The real culprit''s face. What? All three peoples eyes widened. The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!