Reboot the heyday

Looking at that thing, Wang Taika felt that it had nothing to do with Lady Liu.

When was the last time we met? I can't remember, it's been quite a while since we last saw each other.

All I remember is that every time we met, she was always poised and elegant, walking with a confident stride. If you weren't familiar with her, you wouldn't dare approach her because of her aloof demeanor; her eyes were so cold they seemed capable of freezing anyone who tried to strike up a conversation into an ice sculpture. So, what was she really up to behind my back?
What a clever tactic of feigning one step while secretly advancing another. She previously learned how to marinate chicken wings from Wang Taika, saying it was to relieve stress. I never really thought about how she relieved stress before she started marinating chicken wings.

Lady Liu, it turns out you're not a righteous person, but a heretical witch from the Hehuan Sect.

That's it, I'll never be able to look that pure, innocent, and righteous face in the eye again.

Wang Taika suppressed a laugh and looked at Jin Dongtian again.

Kim Dong-won clearly realized his embarrassment at this moment, and lowered his head, unsure of what to say. He hadn't even revealed who it was; how did Wang Tai-ka figure it out?

Looking at Jin Dongtian's expression, as if she wanted to disappear on the spot, and then thinking of Liu Nvxia's shockingly different secret, Wang Taika was momentarily at a loss for words. Finally, he rubbed his temples, trying to shake off the jumbled images in his mind.

"Okay, let's leave it at that."

Kim Dong-won lowered her head, her voice trembling, already prepared for ridicule: "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have dragged unnie into this."

Wang Taika asked, "Then why are you apologizing to me?"

Jin Dongtian was completely flustered. She didn't even know why she had to apologize to Wang Taika. Her mind was a mess, and she didn't know what to say.

However, what happened next was beyond her expectations. Wang Taika, whom she remembered as wicked, didn't utter a single mocking sound. He walked behind his desk and sat down, his tone unexpectedly calm, even carrying a hint of reassurance.

"Alright, stop acting like the sky is falling. Let's leave it at that."

Jin Dongtian looked up in confusion: "What?"

Wang Taika said, "It doesn't matter whose things they are. What matters is that this matter won't get out today, and it won't affect any of you. I'll talk to my subordinates, and those who saw it will know what they should and shouldn't say. The conclusion of this matter is that someone was trying to frame us, but it's better to avoid trouble, so the company suppressed it. That's it."

Jin Dongtian was somewhat incredulous: "That's all?"

“Yes, my word carries weight,” Wang Taika said in an unquestionable tone, as if it were just a trivial matter.

"But..." Jin Dongtian was still somewhat uneasy.

“No buts.” Wang Taika interrupted her, looking at her calmly: “If anyone spreads rumors again, then the person spreading the rumors is trying to frame you.”

Jin Dongtian was dumbfounded. No one had framed him. It turned out that Wang Taika's method was so simple and brutal: whoever appeared, he would falsely accuse them of framing him. It was a bit chaotic, but it had to be admitted that this method was both unethical and effective.

"Okay, okay." Jin Dongtian nodded. This was indeed the best solution. However, even with the biggest crisis resolved, there was still one troublesome matter.

Looking at the egg in front of him, Jin Dongtian's face was full of worry: "This, I..."

This isn't a problem where simply returning it quietly will solve everything. Today's incident has blown up quite a bit; Lady Liu will definitely find out about it and will inevitably question her. Jin Dongtian meant well but messed things up, and he doesn't know how to face that situation.

Moreover, the fact that Lady Liu had such a secret was something Jin Dongtian found hard to accept. Something felt off, but he couldn't quite put his finger on it. There was just something stuck in his mind.

Wang Taika saw through Kim Dong-dong's hesitation and said, "What's wrong? Do you feel like your good friend's image in your heart has been ruined?"

Jin Dongtian pursed her lips and nodded: "A little."

Wang Taika smiled and said, "Although I was a little surprised, it's not a big deal. Remember, people need to learn to face themselves and the people around them. As long as everything is reasonable and legal, and doesn't bother or hurt others, then a person's desires, preferences, or even some little secrets that don't conform to public expectations are not shameful. It's just human nature."

"Isn't that just human nature?" Jin Dongtian was a little confused. After all, he was still young and not yet at the age where he would be interested in that kind of thing. Liu Nvxia was an exception. After all, her dream was to become a "mother," so it was normal for her to be precocious in many things.

Looking at her bust size, you can tell Jin Dongtian is still too inexperienced to understand all this. This is something that both men and women will eventually understand. It's just that some people can face it, some run away, and some face it, then run away again, and then regret it.

Kim Dong-won considered this a huge shame, even unacceptable. But in Wang Tai-ka's eyes, it was just human nature.

Wang Taika said, "Don't overthink it, our desires are not shameful."

These inspirational quotes did have some effect, at least washing away the shame and unease that had been building up in Jin Dongtian's heart. She had never heard anyone talk about such things so calmly, even with a hint of understanding.

In the company, in the world of idols, everything must conform to a flawless image.

Before truly becoming an idol, on the journey of striving for one's dreams, any "out-of-line" personal desires can become a fatal stain.

Even eating an extra bite of meat has become a sin, making it seem like such an unforgivable crime.

But is that really the case?

Seeing her thoughtful expression, Wang Taika softened his tone: "Only by learning to face these things squarely and accepting our own and others' imperfections can we truly move forward without burdens. Always hiding things and living in the eyes of others is too tiring and won't take you far."

Kim Dong-won stared blankly at Wang Tai-ka. The relief of surviving the ordeal, coupled with this unexpected guidance and understanding, brought her long-standing guilt caused by the misunderstanding to its peak at this moment.

They are young after all, full of vigor. They don't have the stubbornness of someone who's been there and the thick-skinnedness that comes with years of experience.

Because of their youth, their honesty, and their straightforwardness, they always have the courage to truly face their mistakes and the courage to take a step back and start over.

Jin Dongtian took a deep breath, as if he had made up his mind, took a step back, and solemnly bowed ninety degrees to Wang Taika, his voice clear and sincere.

"Mr. Wang, thank you for helping me out today, and thank you for saying all that. Also, I'm so sorry! I sincerely apologize for my misunderstanding and rudeness towards you before! At that time, I didn't know anything and just said a lot of inappropriate things, which caused you trouble. I'm really very sorry!"

Jin Dongtian remained bowed, waiting for a response. This was something she had always wanted to do, but never had the courage or the opportunity.

Wang Taika was stunned for a moment as he looked at her earnest apology. At that moment, even he felt a pang of envy for Jin Dongtian's youth. Because only young people can truly take things in stride.

If you make a mistake, apologize sincerely.

It's such a simple matter, but Wang Taika can't do it now, not because he's old, but because he represents too many interests, so he can't admit his mistakes or apologize. Sometimes, even knowing something is wrong, you have to persist in it.

To acknowledge and correct one's mistakes, but not to admit them.

Wang Taika sighed: "Heh, it's all in the past, I've long since stopped thinking about it. You were just concerned about your friend back then, even though your methods were a bit impulsive, your intentions weren't bad. Young people are all the same, it's normal to have some sharp edges. Get up, there's no need for that."

Jin Dongtian felt a warmth in her heart, as if a huge weight had finally been lifted. She straightened up, a relieved smile on her face, though her eyes were a little moist.

This person isn't actually a bad person, it turns out.
Wang Taika continued, "Leave the things here, I'll give them to her later."

Jin Dongtian looked at the prop, somewhat conflicted: "Is this...is this appropriate?"

"Do you think I want to get involved?" Wang Taika said, "She'll find out about this sooner or later. You're all trainees, you can explain it and it'll all be over. But what can I say? I've already helped her out of this mess, but if I pretend I don't know, then our relationship will really break down. I need an opportunity and a reason to explain everything."

Jin Dongtian thought about it and realized that made sense. Ultimately, it was because he had handled things too stupidly, creating this whole mess.

The more he thought about it, the more annoyed he became. Jin Dongdong played ping-pong, and his cheeks puffed up like an annoyed puppy, or the kind whose face was swollen from a bee sting.

Wang Taika, meanwhile, stared at the thing, his mind racing.

By the way, wasn't this the thing that Lady Liu used?
I wonder if it's been kept moist? (End of Chapter)