Help—My CEO Won't Let Me Quit?!
Chapter 1
The morning sun streamed through the living room windows, lighting up the warm wooden floors and the faint aroma of breakfast cooking in the kitchen.
So-hee moved quickly around the kitchen, scrambling eggs and heating rice. Her brother walked in, still half-asleep, rubbing his eyes.
Han So-hee
Let me guess… you stayed up late?
Han So-hee
You better fix you body clock and help mom and dad on our chicken business!
Han Joo-won
Lame… I mean, who would actually name a restaurant ‘Cluck-a-Doodle-Doo’!?
Han So-hee
Now eat your food.
They argued and tumbled into a fight, only to end up scolded by Mom.
After a while, So-hee flipped open her savings book, scanning through the numbers to see how much the family had earned and what taxes they owed.
Han So-hee
Electricity… water… groceries… rent… Why does it feel like it never ends?
Mom approaches, with gentle voice she said
Han Kyung-hee
So-hee, can you check the bank statement after work?
So-hee immediately closed the book, softly responding, “Okay, Mom,” before getting ready and heading off to work.
Making her way to the Marketing Department, she stumbled upon coworkers chatting about the upcoming meeting scheduled for later.
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Did you hear? The Young Master Lee is rumored to be attending our meeting to show his gratitude later.
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Word has it, the Young Master is strikingly handsome, though very cold.
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Oh my, that suits him perfectly
As she walked on, So-hee muttered in her mind, "I wonder if he'll attend this time around."
The young CEO is an ambitious man—strict, precise, and unforgiving when it comes to mistakes. One wrong move, one small error, and you’ll find a resignation letter on your desk… or be asked to leave without hesitation..
Authors Note
" Sometimes the worst mistake isn't falling in love... It's signing a contract you can’t escape. "
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Hello, dear readers! I’m soleia, the author of this story, and I’m so excited to welcome you into the chaotic world of Help—My CEO Won’t Let Me Quit!?
soleia
This story is a mix of romance, comedy, workplace chaos, and emotional tension, where nothing is as simple as it seems. A hardworking employee. A strict and unreadable CEO. A “simple” agreement that slowly turns into something neither of them expected.
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If you accidentally got tangled in a contract with a cold, mysterious CEO… would you run away, fight back, or survive and play along?
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As you read, expect misunderstandings, unexpected closeness, and moments where you’ll probably ask yourself: “Wait… how did we even get here?”
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So tell me…
Are you ready to survive the CEO who won’t let her quit?
Chapter 2: Grand meeting..
The conference hall buzzed with anticipation.
Employees filled the seats one by one, their voices blending into a low hum of excitement. The rumored appearance of the elusive Young Master Lee had turned an ordinary company gathering into something grand.
So-hee sat quietly in her assigned seat, her posture straight, hands neatly folded on her lap.
Unlike everyone else, she wasn’t excited.
Han So-hee
It’s just a meeting, why is everyone acting like it’s a celebrity appearance?
Around her, whispers spread like wildfire.
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Do you think he’ll really come?
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I heard he personally approved this event.
So-hee resisted the urge to sigh.
Han So-hee
...Come to think of it… he’s never shown himself in the company. Is he always in his office?
The chatter died down as the host stepped onto the stage.
Host
Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for attending today’s company meeting.
Polite applause followed. So-hee’s eyes remained forward, calm and composed, but there was a quiet attentiveness in them, a subtle spark of curiosity she couldn’t quite hide.
“And now,” the host continued, smiling nervously, “we would like to address the matter regarding President Lee’s attendance.”
The room stilled. Everyone leaned in. A pause. Then—
Host
Unfortunately… President Lee will not be attending today.
Silence. Complete, stunned silence.
“…What?” “Are you serious?!” A wave of disbelief rippled through the crowd.
The host cleared his throat, visibly sweating.
Host
He has conveyed a message instead.
Host
He stated that……he believes work should be prioritized over what he described as ‘unnecessary and shabby events.
Han So-hee
…Well. That was blunt.
At the front row, a man abruptly stood up. Chairman Lee. His expression darkened, his face flushing red with anger.
Lee Dong-hyun
Shabby?! (he barked, his voice echoing through the hall.)
Lee Dong-hyun
This is a company event!
Gasps filled the room. The chairman paced back and forth, clearly fuming.
“That brat—! I personally arranged this meeting!” he continued, practically stomping. “Does he think he can just ignore everything?!”
Lee Dong-hyun
This is exactly why he needs to socialize!
Lee Dong-hyun
How is he supposed to lead people if he avoids them?!
He turned sharply toward the stage. “Cancel the rest of the formalities!” he ordered. “Meeting adjourned!” And just like that— The grand event ended in chaos.
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