Chapter 29
Hongju went back to his usual tasks, cleaning and running errands without a moment’s rest. Occasionally, he exchanged brief words with the gangsters, nodded in acknowledgment at Doksu—who was busy at the gambling table—and, whenever he had the chance, stole quick glances at Guppping, keeping an eye on his every move. Whenever he passed near the back room, he would peek inside.
"..."
Mu-gyeong was, as always, staring at his phone. Every time Hongju saw him, it was the same—his focus locked on the screen. It was enough to make him curious about what exactly Mu-gyeong was always looking at. But Hongju quickly looked away and turned to leave.
"Just walking away again?"
The voice stopped him in his tracks. Hongju hesitated before turning his head back toward the room. Mu-gyeong still hadn’t lifted his eyes from his phone, but a smirk was playing at the corners of his lips.
"Gu Madam?"
"He's taking a nap."
"Good for him."
Mu-gyeong let out a small laugh before bringing his phone up to his ear.
"Oh, Gu Madam."
Hongju’s head snapped up. Less than thirty seconds had passed since he had said Guppping was sleeping, and Mu-gyeong was already calling him? Was he waking him up on purpose?
"Can you check something for me? No, not that."