Don't Mess with the Fired Genius

LanguagesEnglish
Episode15
GenresDramaRags to RichesModernRomance
ThemesHidden Identity Secret Heir Short Drama Collection, Second Chance Regret Drama Collection, Short dramas about love triangles and betrayal

Brilliant programmer Cha Haegang loses his new job within hours when a privileged heir fires him on a whim. His girlfriend immediately leaves him for that same heir, stripping away his career and relationship in a single day. A rival CEO who has quietly loved him for years steps in, claiming him as her partner and giving him the platform to rebuild. As Haegang's value proves undeniable, his ex begs for reconciliation while the arrogant heir watches his own position crumble.

Characters

Cha HaegangGenius coder fired on first day
Rival CEOLongtime admirer who claims him

Key points

  • Fired and dumped on same day
  • Rival CEO claims genius coder
  • Betrayers face losing everything

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