A Golden Holiday1 (1)
In the aftermath of that incident, I was also investigated. At that ti, I was abroad on a business trip, so my alibi was airtight. However, as our relationship was a little ambiguous and the way she died caused quite a scandal, I couldnt even attend her funeral. So talking about Hae-Soo still makes feel a little uncomfortable.
Well, that wasnt my intention, but my apologies regardless.
Ive heard that the corrupt cop from the latest incident was the one in charge of Hae-Soos case. It seems like her case might be reopened, so I can understand your curiosity.
While the dia hadnt directly made any references to Hae-Soos murder, anyone could infer it from their description. If its the murder of an actress that occured only a few years ago, then of course that only leaves Hae-Soo.
But if its for a matter like this, then you should have contacted through my lawyer.
Hm. Although I was certain their relationship had also involved him sponsoring her, I could understand his reluctance to make this matter public.
Upon checking his watch, he raised his eyebrows. Then he pressed his hands together to express his regret.
Its already this late. Im afraid that I have to get to my next eting.
Why would we have started drinking if he had another eting after this? It was obviously just an excuse to get out of here. As he stood to leave, I followed him to my feet.
Please, have so more to eat before you leave. It will be my treat.
Allow to ask just one more question before you go.
How did you co to know Hae-Soo?
As he slipped on his jacket, his eyes drilled into . They shone with a sharp glint as they tried to pick out my true intentions. So with a smile, I tacked on an excuse.
Its just to sate my personal curiosity.
I t her through a mutual friend.
Not just an acquaintance, but a friend. It seed that he had a pretty close relationship with the person who had brokered the deal between him and Hae-Soo. Nam Sae-Ha straightened his outfit and offered his hand. With this handshake, he was calling our eting to an end.
Its been a pleasure. Lets et again when we both have the ti, but at a slightly less formal venue.
Sounds good. Have I ever told you that Im quite the partier myself?
Haha. Well then, please excuse .
Nam Sae-Ha slid open the door and left. Leaving with a huge amount of food still remaining. So I decided to call in Chief Kim.
Where are you at the mont?
-Im out here in the hall. Managing Director Nam Sae-Ha just passed on his way out. Have the two of you already finished eating?
I just wanted to check if youre hungry. Would you like to join ? Lets eat this barbeque together.
Chief Kim arrived soon after. With sparkling eyes, he sat down in Nam Sae-Has forr seat. He truly was the original Go Ji-Huns best and only friend. For him to get this excited over being able to share a al with after so long.
Buzzzz- Buzzzz-
Just then, a call arrived from an unknown landline number.
Hello?
-Hyung?
It was Sang-Beoms voice. So this was Aeryuwons- no, Gogwangwons phone number. I swallowed my mouthful of at before answering.
Yep. Is sothing up?
-Its nothing major. Only, when will you make your next visit? So-Yeon says that she really wants to thank you in person.
Let see. Ive earned so paid vacation, so Ill stop by soti soon. Do you need anything else?
-there is sothing. When do you plan on starting?
Starting what?
-Our search for my hyung.
Hisss-
At these words, my throat closed up. Unable to reply, the sound of sizzling at once again filled the room.
Whats the matter? Chief Kim mumbled around a mouthful of at.
It felt like he was asking , what kind of problems could you have on a nice day like this?
But it turned out that I did have a problem, a big one. Because the situation with searching for Park Sang-Ho was very different from when I had gone looking for Sae-Bom. The difference between soone who had gone missing for a few days and soone who had disappeared for years was like the difference between heaven and earth. Also, Sang-Ho seed like soone who had run away instead of being abducted
Over the phone, I heard Sang-Beoms downcast voice.
-But youre probably busy clearing things up after your last case. Its already been five years anway, so whats the hurry?
Ahem. It cant be helped. I couldnt go back on my word. Besides, from my previous life, I knew just how much Sang-Beom missed his hyung.
Swallowing a sigh, I answered him, Not at all. Since its co up, lets just get straight to it. Once my vacation is over, Ill be so busy that I wont be able to help you even if I wanted to.
-Wow. Really?
The boys voice had suddenly brightened. For so reason, I got the feeling that Id just been tricked. As a future con-artist, it seed that he really did have a talent for acting.
While flipping over the at on the grill, I said, Really. Im in the middle of eating right now, so Ill head over as soon as Im done. Ask the kids if they have any snacks that they want to eat, and send their answer to by text.
-Oh, how cool Got it! Take care.
As soon as I hung up the phone, Chief Kim asked, Do you have sowhere that you need to be?
How about you Chief Kim? Any appointnts today?
Nothing today.
Thats a relief. Then you can accompany to Gogwangwon. I have sothing that I need to do there.
Huh? Do you need too? Chief Kim asked with a confused expression.
Ignoring him, I quickly shovelled up the rest of the at and gobbled it down. If you wanted to find a missing person, more than anything else, you needed stamina.
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Footnote:
1 Not to be confused with the Japanese Golden Week, a golden holiday is a Korean phrase used to describe any holiday with consecutive days off.
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