The Devil Judge [Bl Version] - Chapter 7: Unraveling Yo-Han\'s Past

\”Hey, can we meet up?\” Ga-On\’s voice carried a hint of urgency.

Soo-hyun\’s coworkers exchanged knowing glances as they overheard her conversation. Her grin was enough to set their imaginations running wild – a secret date, they assumed. With a reassuring nod, Soo-hyun excused herself, her heart pounding with anticipation.

They met at a nearby convenience store, a place that had become their unofficial meeting spot. Ga-On\’s fingers toyed with his phone as he played the recording for Soo-hyun. The voice of Kang Yo-Han discussing the mysterious \”doctor\” echoed in the small space between them.

Soo-hyun listened intently, her brows furrowing slightly. \”It\’s not that strange,\” she mused after the recording ended. \”Witnesses change their testimony for various reasons. Survival, threats, pressure…\”

\”But this is Chairman Ju\’s case,\” Ga-On\’s voice was laced with frustration. \”And it\’s not just about changing testimony. It\’s about the way Yo-Han manipulated it.\”

Soo-hyun leaned back against the plastic chair, her expression thoughtful. \”Manipulation or not, it\’s not uncommon for lawyers to guide witnesses towards a certain narrative. It\’s how they build their case.\”

Ga-On\’s frustration simmered beneath the surface, his gaze locked on the table. \”I can\’t shake the feeling that there\’s more to it,\” he admitted.

Soo-hyun sighed softly. \”Ga-On, I get that you\’re passionate about seeking the truth. But be careful. Yo-Han is no ordinary lawyer – he\’s become a sort of national hero, and his reputation is built on more than just his legal skills.\”

A note of caution laced Soo-hyun\’s words, a reminder of the complexities surrounding Yo-Han. Ga-On\’s fingers tightened around his phone, his doubts and suspicions warring within him.

\”You don\’t want to be on the wrong side of public opinion,\” Soo-hyun continued. \”Don\’t let your pursuit of the truth blind you to the consequences.\”

His eyes widened as he saw the familiar sight of the speeding sports car, weaving dangerously through the traffic. \”It\’s the same car that hit me!\” Ga-On\’s exclamation was tinged with a mixture of shock and anger. The memories of his recent accident came rushing back, fueling his determination to put a stop to the reckless driver.

Beside him, Soo-hyun\’s eyes narrowed as she followed his gaze. Without a second thought, they both sprung into action. Soo-hyun\’s car was nearby, and they quickly got in, determination fueling their every move. The engine roared to life as Soo-hyun expertly maneuvered the vehicle onto the road, hot on the tail of the sports car.

The chase was on, and the streets became a blur of motion as they pursued Young-min\’s car. Ga-On\’s knuckles whitened as he clenched his fists, his heart pounding with a mix of adrenaline and frustration. Soo-hyun\’s focused expression revealed her determination to catch the reckless driver, her eyes locked on the road ahead.

But as the chase turned onto a highway, the challenge became evident. Soo-hyun\’s car struggled to keep up with the speed of the sports car, its power and agility proving to be a formidable opponent. Ga-On\’s grip on the seat tightened as he watched the gap widen between them and Young-min\’s car.

\”We can\’t let him get away,\” Ga-On\’s voice was laced with a fierce resolve. Soo-hyun\’s jaw was set in determination, her fingers gripping the steering wheel tightly.

With a determined acceleration, Soo-hyun pushed the car to its limits, weaving through traffic with a calculated precision. But the distance between them and Young-min\’s car remained, a constant reminder of the challenge they faced.

A third car suddenly appeared on the scene, injecting a new layer of drama into the already intense chase. Ga-On\’s eyes widened as he saw Yo-Han\’s car fly past Soo-hyun\’s, the flashing lights a daring challenge to Young-min. The reckless driver, fueled by his own arrogance, took the bait, and soon they were driving neck and neck, their cars almost touching.

In a display of audacious confidence, Yo-Han managed to pull ahead, a triumphant smile on his face as he rolled down his window and taunted Young-min. The adrenaline-fueled race had escalated into a battle of wills between two formidable opponents. Ga-On and Soo-hyun could only watch in awe as the scene unfolded before them.

The tension reached its peak as Yo-Han skillfully maneuvered his car, cutting off Young-min\’s path and forcing him to come to a screeching halt. The dust settled, revealing both men stepping out of their cars, the air charged with a mix of hostility and anticipation.

Soo-hyun and Ga-On arrived on the scene just in time to witness the confrontation between Yo-Han and Young-min. The lawyer\’s calm demeanor contrasted starkly with Young-min\’s frenzied ranting. Ga-On\’s heart raced, his instinct urging him to intervene, but Soo-hyun\’s firm hand on his arm stopped him, a silent reminder to let the situation unfold.

With a leisurely grace, Yo-Han slipped on a pair of gloves, his actions deliberate and calculated. Ignoring Young-min\’s outburst, he retrieved a sledgehammer from his trunk, the metallic clang echoing through the tense silence. Ga-On\’s breath caught in his throat as he watched, the scene feeling surreal, like something out of a movie.

As Yo-Han advanced on Young-min, Ga-On\’s grip on Soo-hyun\’s arm tightened. He could feel the palpable tension in the air, a clash of emotions and motivations. Yo-Han raised the sledgehammer, and a chilling anticipation hung in the balance.

The first blow struck, and the sound of metal against metal echoed through the air. Ga-On\’s heart pounded as he watched Yo-Han gleefully dismantle Young-min\’s car, piece by piece. The look on Young-min\’s face shifted from anger to confusion, his eyes widening as he recognized Yo-Han from television.

\”Why are you doing this?\” Young-min\’s voice held a mix of desperation and frustration.

Yo-Han\’s response was chillingly simple. \”Because you hit someone very dear to me.\”

Soo-hyun\’s inquisitive glance turned to Ga-On, who stood rooted in astonishment. Sensing her confusion, she leaned closer and whispered, \”Who is he talking about?\”

The gravity of the situation hit Ga-On, and his eyes met Yo-Han\’s. The flurry of emotions in that moment seemed to freeze time, their connection evident despite the chaos around them. As Yo-Han\’s assault on the car continued, their gaze remained locked, a silent exchange that spoke volumes.

Soo-hyun\’s perceptive observation did not go unnoticed. As she glanced between Ga-On and Yo-Han, a realization dawned on her. She nodded subtly, silently acknowledging that she had pieced together the identity of the person Yo-Han was referring to.

In the midst of the destructive scene, emotions and unspoken connections swirled. The hammer\’s strikes against the car echoed the determination to protect, to confront, and to seek justice. And as the shards of glass and twisted metal scattered, it was evident that the confrontation between Yo-Han and Young-min was a powerful representation of the battles that unfolded within and outside the courtroom, bound by complex motivations and unwavering principles.

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Ga-On\’s footsteps echoed through the dimly lit corridor of the church as he made his way to meet the priest who held the memories of Yo-Han\’s childhood. The air was heavy with a sense of anticipation, as Ga-On hoped to gain insight into the enigmatic man he had encountered.

Seated in the priest\’s study, Ga-On listened intently as the priest recounted his memories of Yo-Han\’s early years. The words painted a picture of a young boy with an unsettling darkness within him. Ga-On\’s brow furrowed, absorbing every detail that was shared.

The priest\’s voice carried a tinge of nostalgia as he recalled Yo-Han\’s quiet and withdrawn nature. The child\’s refusal to even introduce himself on his first day of school seemed to set the tone for what was to come. Ga-On could almost envision the scene, a solitary figure standing apart from his peers.

One incident, in particular, stood out vividly in the priest\’s recollection. One day, a bird got into the classroom. When it landed in front of his deskmate, Yo-han killed it. The abrupt and violent act left an indelible mark, forever altering how he was perceived by his classmates.

Ga-On\’s heart ached at the notion of a young Yo-Han, ostracized and labeled a monster.

\”Some rich kids found their belongings (planted by Yo-Han) in poor kids\’ bags, and the fighting turned physical. Yo-han sat back and watched the show.\” The priest said.

\”That child was the devil,\” the priest concludes. Ga-on reflects on Yo-han\’s admission about being raised by his vicious loan-shark father. 

As Ga-On left the priest\’s presence, his mind buzzed with a newfound perspective. The fragments of Yo-Han\’s past were slowly converging, revealing a narrative that was far from simple. The layers of the man before him were becoming more intricate, and Ga-On\’s determination to uncover the truth burned brighter than ever, driving him to delve deeper into the enigma of Kang Yo-Han.

To be continued….