“I'd like to tie up the matter of some loose ends before I go back, you see.”

“I'm guessing you’re referring to the Seongsim Orphanage's matter?”

“Yes.” Kang Jin-Ho nodded, then decided that he needed to explain further. “The actions we took were based on the premise of the orphanage director making a full recovery. However, I fear there will be an issue with the orphanage's ownership after she passes away. Aside from that, there could be other issues to worry about.”

“Yes, I agree that there will be issues.”

“I thought it'd be a good idea to discuss them with you as soon as possible. My apologies for bothering you so early in the morning.”

“N-no, no need to apologize.” Jo Gyu-Min was taken aback and hurriedly waved his hands. “This is a part of my job, after all.”

Kang Jin-Ho wordlessly nodded.

Jo Gyu-Min cleared his throat. “In that case... What are your thoughts moving forward?”

Kang Jin-Ho took a sip of the warm coffee and leisurely replied, “Actually, I haven't really given it much thought.”

“I'm sorry?” Jo Gyu-Min tilted his head, confused. Kang Jin-Ho had come to see him about the orphanage's matter, yet he hadn't thought much about it?

Kang Jin-Ho clarified himself. “I don't want to take the lead on things I have no idea about. Employing a professional is a better way to handle this, I think.”

“Ah, yes...” Jo Gyu-Min slowly nodded to express his agreement.

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