Reboot the heyday

How easily was Ji-eun fooled back then?
At the anti-fan gathering, Wang Taika spouted nonsense, making Ji-eun question her very existence.

Even so, Ji-eun immediately realized what had happened after leaving. This was the reason for their initial feud.

In comparison, Ahn Yoo-jin is really too naive.

Wang Taika looked at Ahn Yoo-jin bowing and was momentarily speechless.

I really didn't expect that anyone would actually believe this hastily made-up story. And believe it so completely, so devoutly, so...
How should I put it? Like a puppy wagging its tail after being scolded by its owner.

“Mr. Wang, I truly understand.” An Youzhen straightened up, her eyes still red, but her gaze had changed. It was no longer that pitiful look, but a light radiating a certain enlightenment.

Ahn Yoo-jin was young and naive, and didn't think much about Wang Tai-ka's lies.

Even now, Ahn Yoo-jin felt as if this scene was straight out of a TV drama.

When the female protagonist is at her lowest point, there is always an older man who guides, educates, directs, and comforts her in a unique way!

Okay, at this moment, Ahn Yoo is really putting herself in the character.

So tell me, can you blame the cult for targeting Ahn Yu-jin before? This kind of dreamy young girl isn't a chosen believer.

So, it turns out Wang Taika saved her! Therefore, if we're in the right, what are we afraid of?

“Mr. Wang, you’re right. Being an idol isn’t just about yourself. You have to be able to endure hardship and learn to stand on your own two feet. I was so naive before.” Ahn Yoo-jin looked at Wang Tai-ka.

Wang Taika opened his mouth, looked into Ahn Yoo-jin's sincere eyes, nodded, and said with a serious expression, "I'm not just teaching everyone like this because I have nothing better to do. It's good that you understand these principles."

Ahn Yoo-jin sniffed, wiped the remaining tear stains from her face with the back of her hand, and continued, "Also, about what happened before. I thought you were deliberately not contacting me, after all, there is still a difference in our status. So I'm still a little sad."

Wang Taika touched his nose: "It seems there is such a thing."

Ahn Yoo-jin said very sincerely, "Now I know, you didn't do it on purpose. I took myself too seriously. No one in this world is obligated to remember me forever. You're right, I need to learn to stand on my own two feet."

Wang Taika's words were just an excuse for his laziness in not contacting others.

But Ahn Yoo-jin believed it.

Not only did they believe it, they took it seriously, they even took it to a higher level, and they're now reflecting on themselves.

Wang Taika suddenly felt a little guilty. But it was only for a moment. After all, he was Wang Taika; guilt never stayed in his heart for long.

"Alright, stop crying." Wang Taika tried to take out a tissue from his pocket, but there wasn't one, and he didn't even have the cold medicine he usually carried with him.

They've forgotten their roots!

Wang Taika had no choice but to say, "Go wipe your face. If you cry like this, people will think I've bullied you."

Ahn Yoo-jin had her own tissues, so she took one out, turned around, and carefully wiped her face, her back to Wang Tai-ka. When she turned back, apart from her slightly red eyes, there was no trace of her having cried.

I didn't expect her to be without makeup. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been here so quickly.

I have to say, it's great to be young; the recovery was incredibly fast.

“Mr. Wang,” An Youzhen called out, her voice still a little hoarse, but much steadyer: “I’m sorry, and thank you.”

Wang Taika waved his hand: "Don't talk about that. Just remember today's lesson."

“Yes, I will.” Ahn Yoo-jin nodded vigorously, then looked at the leftover food containers on the ground and hesitated for a moment: “Um, but there’s something. You just said that the pig’s trotters at this restaurant weren’t good because they were cold. Actually, they should have been delicious when they were first delivered.”

Wang Taika raised an eyebrow: "You didn't even get to eat it, how do you know?" "Because I read hundreds of reviews," Ahn Yu-jin whispered, "It has a very high rating."

Looking at Ahn Yoo-jin's earnest explanation, Wang Taika suddenly laughed: "Is that the point?"

Ahn Yoo-jin nodded seriously: "One of the key points."

It's really quite interesting. Even after being bullied like this, they're still defending the reputation of that shop's pig's trotters. This kind of persistence, in other places, might lead to great things.

Wang Taika looked at Ahn Yoo-jin with a half-smile. Ahn Yoo-jin felt a little uncomfortable under his gaze, lowered her head, and began twisting the hem of her clothes again.

The stairwell was quiet for a while.

Okay, one can't always be so awful. Wang Taika thought for a moment, then suddenly spoke up: "Ahn Yoo-jin."

"Hmm?" Ahn Yoo-jin looked up.

Wang Taika said, "Everyone has to pay the price for their actions. That's what I just taught you, right?"

Ahn Yoo-jin nodded.

Wang Taika said, "Since I ate your takeout just now, shouldn't I also pay the price?"

Ahn Yoo-jin paused for a moment, not understanding what Wang Tai-ka meant, and subconsciously said, "No need, it's my fault, you should eat it."

“That won’t do.” Wang Taika interrupted Ahn Yoo-jin: “I’m a very reasonable person. If I ate your food, I have to return it. That’s the rule. You can be shameless, but you can’t be unreasonable.”

Ahn Yoo-jin blinked, a little confused. She wasn't sure if the words "shameless" and "reasonable" could be used together.

But watching closely, Wang Taika spoke with such self-righteousness, as if it were the most irrefutable truth in the world.

Okay, then let's take it seriously.

Wang Taika said, "Everyone has to pay the price for their actions, so how about I treat you to pig's trotters and rice cakes?"

Ahn Yoo-jin's eyes widened suddenly: "No, we can't do this."

"Why? Just choose one, or the one from before." Wang Taika said this casually, as if it were a trivial matter: "Haven't you gone a month without meat? Today I'll let you eat your fill. At the company, I'm the one in charge, and no one can say anything to you."

“But no, I’m trying to lose weight.” Ahn Yoo-jin asked, “Mr. Wang, are you testing my resolve?”

Wang Taika looked at Ahn Yoo-jin's flustered appearance and curled his lips slightly: "It's not that bad, I'm not that bored."

Ahn Yoo-jin scratched her head, feeling that something was off.

"Let's go." Wang Taika picked up the plastic bag containing the half-eaten takeout and turned to walk down the stairs. "While that shop is still open. What's wrong with eating out once in a while? If anyone has a problem, let them come to me. I'm only going to indulge you this once!"

"Is this the only time?" Ahn Yoo-jin paused for a second, then, as if possessed, quickly followed.

As expected! Ahn Yoo-jin thought to herself, maybe Wang Tai-ka really wasn't bullying her. Maybe he really was teaching her something in a very awkward and infuriating way.

Just like in TV dramas. Strict seniors use seemingly harsh methods to temper the character of juniors. They appear cold and ruthless on the surface, but in reality, they are trying to make the other person stronger.

Ahn Yu-jin thought about it more and more and felt that this was true! Wang Tai-ka suddenly seemed to have a filter that said, "Although his methods are bastards, he is actually a good person."

Wang Taika led Ahn Yoo-jin out of the company gate, and a cool night breeze blew in their faces.

My cute and aggressive side was satisfied today, what a wonderful day! (End of Chapter)