Reboot the heyday

"What?"

Wang Taika was surprised by Eunjung's comment.

Eun-jung's tone was somewhat playful: "Although I don't like watching you scheme against people, I do like watching you act like a villain?"

Is this human language?

Wang Taika squinted and approached: "Panda Jing, does she need a beating?"

Eun-jung didn't back down. Instead, she met his gaze, her blush still fresh, but her eyes exceptionally clear: "I like seeing Oppa working seriously and in control of the situation. Actually, maybe it's because I've been too comfortable lately, being by your side, at the company, it seems like I have nothing to fear. Sometimes I almost forget that when the 'bullying incident' was at its worst, when we were all on edge and didn't even dare to leave the house, it was who, like an unreasonable madman, rushed to the front without a care in the world."

Wang Taika pursed his lips: "If it's just about thanking you, then forget it. Saying that now seems too formal."

"It's not about thanking you." Eun-jung was being unreasonable for once: "What I mean is, back then, you used that kind of clumsy yet very forceful method to pull us out of the mud. I was really touched, but I didn't dare to say it."

Wang Taika's heart ached twice more.

Panda Jing's confession is truly heartwarming! It's so rare to hear such a heartwarming story. After being so earnest for so long, this is the first time I've heard it.

This statement is somewhat...
Eun-jung's gaze became somewhat distant, as if she had returned to that dark time, which was also chaotic and noisy because of Wang Taika's intrusion.

"At that time, I really desperately wanted to escape everything. But now, looking back, I have to romanticize that memory, but everyone was together, heading in the same direction, and I had a sense of having a pillar of support. I will never forget that scandal. It feels like as long as I keep moving forward, there will always be hope."

Wang Taika understood what Eunjung meant. In fact, even after so many years, Wang Taika sometimes dreamed that he had returned to the wilderness of Africa, the snow-capped mountains of Europe, the canyons of North America, the rainforests of South America, and the islands of Australia.
But it's all gone now, really. Even if Wang Taika picks up a DSLR camera again, he can't recapture that feeling.

But at that time, I really desperately wanted to escape.

Wang Taika nodded: "I understand. So no matter what, we should cherish the present moment, even if it's a bad one."

Eun-jung sighed, "Yes, I remember you back then, your eyes were just like they were just now, so bright and fierce, as if you would dare to brave any danger ahead. It wasn't because you were so noble, it was just that once you made up your mind, you were determined to do it."

Wang Taika didn't say anything because he wanted to hear Eunjung continue praising him.

Eun-jung's gaze refocused on Wang Tai-ka's face, a small, slightly embarrassed smile curving her lips: "Later, when things got better, you were sometimes carefree, sometimes irresponsible, always teasing us. I think... I got used to that sense of security, even forgot that you always had this side to you. Just now, seeing that suddenly, I felt... ah, that's it, that's the feeling. It's reassuring, and also..."

She didn't finish speaking, but Wang Taika understood. It wasn't an admiration for conspiracies and tricks, but an instinctive trust and admiration for a powerful protector; it was a reaffirmation and attraction of his core qualities after the ambiguity had been stripped away.

That's just how people are; when they deliberately try to exude charm, it always makes people feel repulsed. It's only when they unintentionally and genuinely express themselves that that charm shines through.

"So?" Wang Taika's tone deliberately carried a hint of teasing: "You think I'm too polite and gentle with you usually? You want to see me be more domineering?"

Eun-jung bit her lip, but stubbornly retorted, "No, not entirely. Besides, you haven't been that gentle before! When have you ever been polite?"

I bet every time Panda Jing thinks about this moment, she'll feel awkward for a long time!
Wang Taika was amused by her seemingly shy yet forced act, and a mischievous urge instantly surfaced. He suddenly stopped smiling, leaned forward, and braced one hand against the wall next to Eun-jung's ear, trapping her between himself and the wall in a very oppressive "wall slam" position.

Of course, this trick is only fun when both parties are willing. It would be silly to use it randomly when you have nothing better to do.

Wang Taika lowered his head, his gaze deliberately becoming deep and aggressive, his voice also lowered, carrying a deliberately created hoarseness and danger: "Is that so? Secretary Han?" Although it should be "salty," translating it as "Han" isn't wrong either. Anyway, it's all translated into Chinese, so it's all the same.

It seems that Panda Jing has really been studying Chinese lately; she actually understood this pun.

Even though we were so close, I could feel his heartbeat getting louder.

Eun-jung was completely taken aback by Wang Taika's sudden move. She froze instantly, her back pressed against the cool wall, looking up at his face that was suddenly approaching.

Her heart was pounding so loudly she could hear it herself.

"Oppa." Eunjung instinctively wanted to hide, but there was nowhere to hide, and her voice trembled slightly.

This is so exciting, I kind of like it, what should I do?
Don't let Eun-jung's usual cool and edgy style fool you; deep down, she's a total sweetheart. Her cool style is just a result of her looks.

As everyone knows, Wang Taika is susceptible to this kind of thing; his cute yet aggressive side immediately kicks in. He only intended to tease her a little, but seeing Eun-jung like this, he'd go beyond just saying a few words and end up getting physical.

Wang Taika moved a little closer, his warm breath almost brushing against her eyelashes. He reached out and pinched Eun-jung's cheek, his fingers lightly brushing a strand of hair beside her cheek. The movement was gentle, yet carried an undeniable sense of control.

Eun-jung's cheeks burned, her neck flushed pink. She opened her mouth, but found her throat dry, unable to utter a single word. Her mind went blank, leaving only his breath so close to hers and those eyes, both playful and intensely focused.

Although Eun-jung had been in relationships before, she had never been to this point before.

The idol industry is just that extreme. Some are extremely popular, while others are extremely unpopular. Either they don't talk about it at all, or they're just there for the ride; there's rarely a middle ground.

Because when faced with the temptations of fame and fortune, idols either completely reject them or gradually accept them. No one can retreat gracefully at the peak of their career, because people cannot fight against desire.

Clearly, Eun-jung falls into the former category. Although they've talked, it never progressed to this point. Plus, Wang Tai-ka is currently bursting with hormones, making it a bit difficult to resist.

You could say Wang Taika isn't handsome, and while he's not ugly either, he's just an ordinary person. But in terms of masculine charm, he's undeniably very strong.

"What's the panic? Looks like you haven't done your job as a secretary properly, just talking the talk." Wang Taika chuckled. "The more you act like this, the more I want to tease you."

Eun-jung was so aroused by him that she felt dizzy and embarrassed, with a strange excitement mixed in. She couldn't help but raise her hand and gently push his chest, but the force was pitifully weak: "Take it one step at a time. Today's dose is a bit too big."

Seeing her adorable expression of complete defeat, Wang Taika teased, "Can't handle it already? It seems our Panda Jing is better suited to being slowly boiled like a frog in warm water, not to such intense pressure."

Wang Taika is truly wicked to the core. Seeing Eun-jung like this, he deliberately approached her and pretended to kiss her.

Although Eun-jung was shy, she showed no intention of resisting. She closed her eyes, tilted her head slightly, and waited to be taken advantage of. However, Wang Tai-ka feinted and distanced himself again.

Eun-jung opened her eyes, looking confused and embarrassed at Wang Taika, but unsure what to say. Wang Taika then used the same trick again, moving closer. Eun-jung closed her eyes again and tilted her head slightly back.

Wang Taika stopped, and this went on several times, but Eun-jung fell for it every time. Confused and infatuated, she played hard to get, losing all her sense of reason.

The way this silly panda Jing is acting right now is even more exciting than kissing her directly! (End of Chapter)