Ms. Beasty And Mr. Arrogant Beauty

My Rules

After Sungmin's departure, the office held an atmosphere charged with unspoken tension. Ahn Cho Hyun, seated at her desk, stared pensively at the laptop screen, the glow reflecting in her indifferent eyes.

As the door swung open, Ahn Cho Hyun's diligent assistant, Park Min Ji, hesitated at the threshold. She swallowed nervously, keenly aware of the weight of the impending conversation.

"Ms. Ahn," Min Ji stammered, her eyes darting around the room as if seeking an escape. "Mr. Ahn Sungmin just left, and there's an urgent collaboration meeting awaiting your presence. It's happening right now."

Ahn Cho Hyun glanced up from her desk, her gaze piercing through Min Ji with an icy intensity. "Right this moment, you say?" she remarked, her voice laced with coldness.

Min Ji nodded, beads of sweat forming on her forehead. "Yes, they insisted it couldn't wait, and they're only holding off until you're there."

Ahn Cho Hyun leaned back in her chair, her fingers together as she regarded Min Ji, thinking carefully. "How lucky," she drawled, the sarcasm dripping from each syllable.

"I suppose they've been twiddling their thumbs, waiting for my presence."

Min Ji bit her lip, trying to figure out the severity of her boss's mood. "I...I apologize if this inconveniences you, Ms. Ahn. I tried to send the information to you quickly after Mr. Ahn Sungmin left."

Ahn Cho Hyun look at her assistant, as she swiftly briefed her on the meeting, not a minute wasted. Impressed by how well it was done, she nodded approvingly. The assistant, being polite, waited until Ahn Cho Hyun and her older brother finished talking before entering. Ahn Cho Hyun appreciated the smooth coordination and thoughtful approach, recognizing the assistant's professionalism and good timing.

"Shall we go? We've kept them waiting long enough," she said, a glint of authority in her eyes.

As she stepped into the hallway, heels clicking a rhythmic echo, the air seemed to shimmer with anticipation. The meeting room awaited, a realm where alliances were forged and shattered.

The corridor, once bustling, fell silent in acknowledgment of her impending entrance.

Upon reaching the door, she paused. The air inside was palpably frigid, a chilling contrast to the warmth outside. The heavy oak door swung open, revealing a tableau of executives, their eyes resembling predatory hawks assessing prey. The room felt charged, the tension thick enough to cut with a knife.

Ahn Cho Hyun entered, her presence commanding attention. Each step echoed in the hushed room, eyes following her like hungry wolves tracking a lone alpha. The silence was profound, broken only by the rustle of papers as they shifted nervously in their seats.

Seated at the head of the imposing conference table, Cho Hyun surveyed the room with a composed gaze. The chill in the air couldn't penetrate her poise. The executives, accustomed to wielding power, found themselves subtly disarmed by the calm confidence she radiated.

She took her place, a queen at the chessboard. Their eyes spoke volumes – curiosity, rivalry, and a silent acknowledgment of her strategic prowess.

As Cho Hyun settled into her chair, her eyes locked onto the ESR representatives—a duo of formidable figures who exuded confidence. The lead presenter, a man with black hair, leaned forward, a charming smile playing on his lips.

"Greetings, Ms. Ahn," he began smoothly, "we at EcoStone Resources are honored to explore this collaboration with Red Moon International. Working together can help both of our businesses succeed."

He went on to elaborate on ESR's impressive portfolio, emphasizing their expertise in material supplies. Charts and graphs danced across the screen, illustrating past successful collaborations. The presentation flowed seamlessly, each point strategically placed to highlight ESR's strengths.

Ahn Cho Hyun listened intently, her expression unreadable.

The ESR representatives proposed a fifty-fifty split of the profits and shares, a standard arrangement. However, as the details unfolded, it became apparent that their definition of 'equal' was skewed.

Ahn Cho Hyun's sharp gaze narrowed as she absorbed the proposed terms. ESR planned to take a lion's share, leaving Red Moon International with a meager portion. The audacity of the proposal was staggering, a testament to their underestimation of Ahn Cho Hyun's business acumen.

When the floor was finally open for discussion, Ahn Cho Hyun spoke with her usual voice. "Your proposal is intriguing, indeed. However, I find the division of shares rather disproportionate. I believe Red Moon International's contributions merit a more equitable arrangement."

The ESR representatives exchanged glances, a flicker of surprise quickly masked by composed smiles. The lead presenter responded, "Ms. Ahn, we understand your concerns. However, considering your age and limited experience in such collaborations, we've meticulously crafted this proposal to ensure a fair distribution."

The room seemed to freeze at the subtle insult. Ahn Cho Hyun, who had meticulously built Red Moon International into an industry giant, was being dismissed as inexperienced. The tension escalated as Ahn Cho Hyun's eyes flashed with a dangerous gleam.

"Age does not dictate expertise," she retorted, her voice dripping with icy disdain. "My track record speaks for itself. Red Moon International became number one under my leadership. I trust you won't underestimate the power of experience again."

The ESR representatives, caught off guard, struggled to maintain their composed facades. Sensing their vulnerability, Cho Hyun seized the opportunity to turn the tables.

"Let's revisit the terms," she continued, her tone biting. "Red Moon International will not settle for anything less than a sixty-forty split in our favor. If you doubt the wisdom in this, I suggest you reconsider our collaboration altogether."

The room fell into a heavy silence as the ESR representatives exchanged uneasy glances. It was a bold move, a gamble that could either solidify Red Moon International's dominance or shatter the collaboration entirely.

In a last-ditch effort to salvage the situation, one of the ESR representatives, a woman with an air of arrogance, spoke up. "Ms. Ahn, while we acknowledge your accomplishments, it's crucial to acknowledge the collective strength our collaboration could bring. However, your request for a higher share is, in all honesty, quite ambitious for someone of your standing."

Ahn Cho Hyun's eyes glinted with a dangerous calm. "Ambition is a trait often underestimated. Let me clarify – Red Moon International will not accept anything less than a sixty-forty split. If you fail to recognize the value we bring to the table, I suggest you seek collaborations more suited to your understanding."

The meeting room, once buzzing with anticipation, now echoed with the weight of a failed collaboration. Ahn Cho Hyun rose from her seat, her departure signaling the end of negotiations. The ESR representatives, left in the wake of their miscalculation, watched as the door closed, sealing the fate of what could have been a powerful alliance.

The executives exchange glances and shrugged, don't know what to say.

Red Moon International stood unyielding, a fortress built on the foundation of experience, expertise, and never giving up on achieving success. The clash of egos had reached its c****x, making everyone think about what happens when you underestimate a leader who turns challenges into victories.

The corridor outside the meeting room echoed with the click of Ahn Cho Hyun's heels as she retreated from the battlefield she had strategically conquered. The tension seemed to dissipate with every step she took, replaced by a sense of quiet triumph. The ESR representatives, left to contemplate their misjudgment, could only watch as the doors closed behind her.

After the collaboration failed, AhnCho Hyun found herself back in her office, a fortress of solitude where she held sway. There was a lingering fire within her, fueled by the injustice of the attempted imposition.

'Crazy bastards'

The news of the unsuccessful negotiation spread like wildfire through the Office gossip. The lingering tension from Sungmin's departure was momentarily replaced by a collective sense of satisfaction.

The employees, who had witnessed the clash of corporate titans, now whispered praises for their strong and impressive leader.

Yet, amidst the triumph, Ahn Cho Hyun couldn't shake off the subtle sting of the age-related insult. As she pondered the audacity of the ESR representatives, a knock on her office door interrupted her thoughts.

It was Park Min Ji, her diligent assistant, entering cautiously as if stepping on the shards of a shattered negotiation. "Ms. Ahn," Min Ji began, her eyes reflecting a mix of admiration and concern, "you handled that brilliantly. They never saw that coming."

Ahn Cho Hyun acknowledged her with a nod, a silent understanding passing between them. However, the unresolved issue lingered in the air. Ahn Cho Hyun, with a calculated glint in her eyes, decided it was time to address the lingering doubt that had been cast upon her experience and capabilities.

"Min Ji," she said, her voice calm but laced with determination, "schedule a meeting with our executive team. I want to discuss strategies for further expansion and showcase the projects that have catapulted Red Moon International to the forefront of our industry. It's time to ensure that our achievements speak louder than any misguided assumptions about age."

Min Ji was shocked by what she heard. The Red Moon International is already at the top of the industry and received numerous achievement, hearing what Ahn Cho Hyun said, make her respect her more.

On the other side, Ahn Cho Hyun was firing up with determination to make the Ecostone Resources eat their words about what they said to her.