CHAPTER 46: NO TAKEBACKS

"YES, GARAM-SSI— you’ll be very busy starting next week."

Garam’s brows furrowed after hearing what Myung Hyesu, the CEO of their agency, had just announced.

And he had no plan of correcting his wife anytime soon.

"By not making you wait any longer?"

"Yes, Sihyuk-nim?"

"Let Lim Garam keep thinking that way," Song Sihyuk said sternly, and then he paused when he remembered something important. "And, oh, one more thing— get rid of all the invitations that he received from those stupid waterbomb festivals."

Garam took a long breath before he responded: "Yes, Hyung— no takebacks."

"Since you’re going to promote for your upcoming solo debut, we’re planning to send you to variety shows that are currently famous among the public," Myung Hyesu continued with a bright smile on her face. "Of course, we’re also sending you to shows that will showcase your talent as your group’s main vocal. You have to prepare a lot for that, Garam-ssi."

Honestly, Garam wasn’t surprised.

Right.

If not as a group, he would be invited to a show with at least another member.

That kind of image attracts brands.

He knew that it was the best way to repay Song Sihyuk for giving him all those opportunities that most idols would kill for.

"Ma’am, unlike other department stores that are known for getting top idols as their model, Aera World Mall is known for only getting top actors and actresses. I’m not an actor," Garam said worriedly. "Won’t it be too obvious that Sihyuk-ssi is sponsoring me?"

"Thank you, ma’am," Garam said, smiling. Then he asked a little awkwardly: "Ma’am, did Sihyuk-ssi already know about all of these in advance?"

"What is it, ma’am?"

"Thank you, ma’am. I’ll make you and the company proud," Garam said politely. "And I’ll also make sure Sihyuk-ssi won’t regret handing me all these opportunities."

I can already feel my solo era starting.

I’m loyal to Ilsung Group, so I’m glad I finally get to be their brand model.

Of course, hearing that made Garam’s heart flutter in excitement.

He was right when he thought the offer from Aera World Mall was already a done deal.

"Thank you, Hyung."

But their boss summoned him to her office.

It wasn’t that obvious because his wife had a fierce personality.

Ah, as expected.

Whew.

Oh.

Moreover, JINSUN Soju was known for featuring only the hottest stars.

"Is that really what you think?"

Yes, Song Sihyuk actually didn’t pull strings for Lim Garam this time.

He already knew the answer.

Hence, even SG Group’s affiliate companies wanted Lim Garam as their model even without Song Sihyuk’s influence.

Did they notice me, or is this also because of Sihyuk Hyung?

Myung Hyesu said it as if it were already final.

***

"Love calls from several advertisers and producers came pouring in."

"There are still other local brands that sent you offers. You’re free to check them and turn down those with values that don’t align with yours," the CEO said in a serious tone. "However, I strongly suggest you accept the offers from the big brands that I mentioned. And, I know I don’t need to tell you this, but you’re not allowed to turn down business proposals from SG Group and their affiliates."

SONG SIHYUK smiled after ending the call with Lim Garam.

But Garam would only find out why her boss made that face much later.

"I’ll do my best, ma’am," Garam said, determined. "I won’t disappoint you."

To be honest, he didn’t expect his wife to suggest doing it this weekend.

But I still want to hear it straight from my boss.

So, everything is really because of Sihyuk Hyung.

Hence, he could only accept everything he was given while preparing his body to pay the Alpha back later.

Myung Hyesu smiled widely before dropping the big news: "Euphemia— the giant luxury brand— wants you to be their global ambassador. You’ll be the first Korean artist to represent their brand."

And that’s the most famous instant ramen in the country!

Garam clenched his hands discreetly.

Maybe it was because he had five years to prepare mentally?

But before that...

"Yeah?"

He just felt like he needed to talk to him now, even though they’d see each other later.

Is Lim Garam that thankful to me?

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Myung Hyesu smiled and nodded, then she changed the topic. "You also got several love calls from variety show producers."

"I’ve already talked to CEO Myung, so now I know why you said I was going to be very busy soon."

"No takebacks, Lim Garam."

Garam was truly shocked.

He was talking about the fancy hotel suite.

"Ilsung Group also wants you to introduce their new phone."

***

Euphemia is my favorite luxury brand!

"But that’s what Hyung wants, right?"

Myung Hyesu made a conflicted face at that moment.

I’m the main vocal of the group, so I can’t have people criticizing my voice.

"I won’t deny that."

"Be much, much nicer."

Garam gasped out loud.

"I didn’t say that, Lim Garam."

To be honest, Garam didn’t feel as filthy as he thought he would feel now that he had to pay Song Sihyuk with sexual favors.

WHILE waiting for Myung Hyesu to finish her videocall meeting, Garam went to the practice room and called Song Sihyuk.

"No, I didn’t tell him that, sir. That’s why Garam-ssi thinks it’s all because of you that he received those offers..."

"For what?"

"Sihyuk-ssi also said the same thing, ma’am," Garam said, confused. Whenever he talked about Song Sihyuk, he would address the Alpha politely. The age gap between them was pretty big, after all. "What’s happening?"

"I understand, ma’am."

He was supposed to visit Lee Eunsang at the hospital and bring breakfast to the kids.

In fact, it felt like Garam was dating Song Sihyuk.

"Ah. She already talked to you about the love calls that you received from different brands and producers?"

"I am already nice to Hyung."

He smiled while looking outside the window.

"Hello, Sihyuk Hyung."

The problem with Lim Garam was that he had quite low self-esteem.

"Then they also want you to endorse JINSUN Soju."

"Hyung, I know my place— I wouldn’t be where I am today without your support."

"If you already know that, then be nicer to me."

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"You’re also going to be the new face of Aera World Mall."

Okay, that made Garam’s ears perk up.

Oh my god.

***

Yes, Lim Garam was talking about sex.

Second, he had a good reputation.

First of all, Lim Garam was handsome and talented.

Yep, it wasn’t Garam’s imagination.

"Since I’ll be busy next week, let’s do it this weekend, Hyung," Garam said, gathering the courage in his heart. "You know what to prepare, don’t you?"

Oh my...

Aera World Mall is a luxury department store owned by the SG Group. They only get the top stars of the country as their ambassador.

Oh.

I haven’t had a solo appearance in a variety show yet.

Excitement laced with a little sprinkle of ’threat.’

And the reason was simple.

He was fine with that, however...

That soju brand is considered the ’national drink!’

I guess my vacation is finally over.

And maybe because Sihyuk Hyung has never treated me like a whore.

Song Sihyuk was currently in the backseat of the car being driven by Jung Han. He was headed to SG Group’s HQ because he had an early lunch meeting with his father and grandfather.

After all, some of the endorsements under their group’s belt came from SG Group’s affiliate companies.

"Come on, Hyung. Didn’t I just whine to you last night?"

"I understand your concern, but you don’t have to worry about that, Garam-ssi," Myung Hyesu assured him. "Based on the business proposal that they sent us, Aera World Mall is trying to rebrand. And your image fits their new vision. So, I don’t think it’s going to create an issue."

Wait.

He would often wear their brands, especially whenever he needed to fly. After all, ’airport fashion’ had been a trend these days.

He called Myung Hyesu because he needed to confirm something.

Lim Garam doesn’t need self-confidence— I’ll just shower him with my affection.

I better get my ass ready— literally.

That’s the biggest bank in Korea!

Sihyuk Hyung is really meticulous.

"You got an offer from huge local brands," Myung Hyesu said, obviously concealing her excitement. "First, the Noori Bank wants you to be their new face."

But Lim Garam actually lacks faith in himself— he thinks he only succeeded because of me and not because of his talent.

Aigoo.

If he was going to lose his virginity, he wanted it to be special.

That means I’ve already made it as a celebrity.

Those offers were organic— brands and people from the industry were genuinely attracted to his wife.

It was annoying how Song Sihyuk’s lazy voice sounded sexy.

"Yes, Garam-ssi," Myung Hyesu said carefully while nodding. "Song Sihyuk-nim is very much involved in your career building."

He was not in a position to act prideful.

"Congratulations, Garam-ssi."

CEO Myung assured me that we’d visit the kids at the hospital later together, after this meeting.

"You didn’t tell Lim Garam that the offers came pouring in without my intervention, did you?"

Not that I’m surprised.

This time, Garam heard the excitement in Song Sihyuk’s voice.

"Yes, Hyung. I’ve made you wait long enough."

That was why even his cousin wanted his wife to be the face of her beauty brand.

"Yes, Hyung. And I know you’re the one behind all of the sudden pour of offers to me."

"Second, the Jusik Food Industrial Company wants you to be their new model for the new flavor of their famous Jjang Ramyeon."

Obviously, he was only chosen to be the department store’s face because of Song Sihyuk.

"And why would you think that?"

Which isn’t bad since we’re already married anyway.

Like Garam had been saying all this time, he knew that he wouldn’t achieve success without Song Sihyuk’s money.

"Are you sure about this, Lim Garam?"

"I still have one more big news for you, Garam-ssi."

I’m glad that my favorite brand noticed me.

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