Peninsula Entertainment started from Reply 1988

Chapter 333 Family Meeting
"How about 770 million?"

After hearing this, Kim Jong Kook pondered for a moment and nodded in agreement.

Although for an ordinary family, 7.7 million is still an outrageously high gift money.

But for high-income groups like them.

Actually it's not bad.

For example, in the domestic entertainment industry, there are occasions where people give luxury cars, mansions, and even company shares as gifts when getting married.

The amount of the gift money is determined.

Jin Qixuan also planned to keep the eight items that originally came with the betrothal gift.

After all, they all have special meanings.

And a proper betrothal gift.

Kim Ki-hyeon is planning to give Lee Ji-eun jewelry, luxury bags, and various brand-name clothes and shoes.

It can also be regarded as a change of blood in her plaid shirt wardrobe, adding some feminine elements...

The entire set of betrothal gifts cost about 20 billion won in total.

All of it was paid for by Jin Qixuan himself.

This expenditure is nothing in the domestic entertainment industry.

But in the Korean entertainment industry, the average wedding cost is only 1 to 2 million won.

This is already the ceiling.

At the wedding of Peninsula artist publicly revealed.

The most expensive expense was only Jun Ji-hyun's 20 billion.

No one has surpassed it yet.

Of course, it is unknown what her husband gave her in private.

At least Jin Qixuan's spending on betrothal gifts alone was on par with his.

Not to mention the subsequent wedding.

Kim Jong Kook was also quite moved when looking at Kim Ki-hyun's densely packed gift list.

However, feelings are feelings.

He didn't let Jin Qixuan pay for it all.

With a wave of his hand, he invested 5 million yuan on behalf of the Jin family.

She gave a 911 and a Cayenne as gifts instead of the tall horse that was given as a betrothal gift by the man in ancient times.

All the betrothal gifts added up.

Although there is still a long way to go from "Ten Miles of Red Makeup".

However, it can be considered glorious and luxurious.

When the old Jin family was preparing the betrothal gifts.

The matchmaker also came back from Jeju Island with Lee Ji-eun's and Kim Ki-hyun's horoscopes to conduct the "Najib".

That is the divination for marriage compatibility.

People on the peninsula are still very keen on fortune-telling.

It is not an exaggeration to say that fortune tellers hold the lifeblood of the peninsula.

During the Joseon period, such people were classified as one of the "Eight Lowly People".

Until the 90s.

There was a fortune-teller named Shen in the folk who successfully "predicted" that Kim Dae-jung would be elected president.

For an instant.

This "divine wind" is prevalent on the peninsula.

The industry's status is soaring.

In order to get the "divine voice" of this fortune teller, politicians, no matter how famous they are, have to line up.

Every election year, her "predictions" can even influence the decisions of some politicians.

To the extent that, there will basically be such a person following the president in the future.

Except for politicians.

Celebrities and businessmen who value fame, wealth and practicality above all else are also very keen on fortune-telling.

When will the idols debut, when will they release albums, when will they go solo.

It all depends on the fortune teller's order.

Even the K-pop godfather Manmanzi has to obey.

This is the case for the upper class, not to mention the common people.

70% of the people on the peninsula have their fortune told at least once a year.

Should I change jobs if I am not satisfied with my job?

Should I break up with my girlfriend if she cheated on me?
After being infertile for many years, when will I be able to have a child? All of these require fortune-telling...

According to statistics from The Economist.

The peninsula's fortune-telling industry (including fortune-telling/feng shui/tarot, etc.) reached a GDP of 18 trillion won in 4.

What does a GDP of 4 trillion won mean?
Take the film industry, which Peninsula is proud of, for example.

The total box office for 18 years added up to only 1.75 trillion yuan.

It is only two-fifths of the fortune-telling industry’s GDP in 18 years.

There are about 5000 fortune tellers among the peninsula's population of more than 30 million.

What does it mean to have more than 30 fortune tellers?
The "strongest" Marine Corps on the peninsula has barely 3 people...

Today, the fortune-telling industry in the peninsula has developed into an O2O model.

And it has begun to take shape.

But in essence.

Behind the superstition lies the peninsula's deep anxiety.

Turning to divination because of feeling uneasy.

Human beings have not changed much from ancient times to the present, and this is true in any country.

The peninsula is a small island country surrounded by almost all big countries.

This sense of weakness and powerlessness written by geopolitics is particularly strong.

Therefore, fortune-telling becomes a dependent choice.

In fact, the reason why these fortune tellers can create such a high GPD.

Most of the time, it depends on the situation.

Through one's own experience and speculation, plus a little bit of deception, give the other party the answer they want.

Even a special industrial chain has been formed.

For example, when a girl comes to see her face, the fortune teller will tell her that a mole in a certain place will affect her love luck and recommends removing it.

Then, someone from the beauty salon will be waiting nearby to take you to have your mole removed.

After you have your mole removed, they will tell you that your fortune is not good recently and suggest you buy a string of lucky beads.

Next, the person selling lucky beads appeared.

In short, one thing leads to another.

The purpose is to drain your wallet.

The fortune teller that the matchmaker brought the Jin family to find was quite famous on the peninsula.

In the peninsula, where fortune-telling stalls can be found everywhere, reservations are required.

It's enough to show how famous he is.

"Congratulations, congratulations, the two of you are a match made in heaven, a perfect match!"

"The man's Qian Palace is gold, and the woman's Kun Palace is water. Gold and water complement each other and help each other. This is a typical fate of a prosperous husband and wife."

"The man's Gen Palace is the earth element, and the woman's Li Palace is the fire element. Fire and earth are mutually beneficial, which means that their relationship will be prosperous and have a rich material foundation."

"Both parties' Xun Palaces show the Wood aspect, and Wood represents growth and prosperity, which indicates that their married life will flourish, and their careers and families will be successful."

"In the future, your children will inherit this excellent destiny, and will surely be blessed with both fortune and luck, and your family will prosper."

"However, the woman's Kan palace is somewhat turbulent, and her health and mood will experience significant ups and downs this year."

Big mood swings?
What Jin Qixuan subconsciously thought of was that the official announcement in the future would be opposed by the entire network.

So, he frowned slightly and asked quickly:

"Master, is it because of our future official announcement of our relationship?"

"No, the turbulence in the Kan Palace has little to do with emotional matters. In the coming period of time, the woman may encounter something difficult to accept, which will cause great emotional fluctuations, thus affecting her physical condition."

"Oh?"

Jin Qixuan was slightly stunned, then asked:

"Then may I ask Master, how should we deal with it? Is there any way to crack it?"

The fortune teller nodded slightly, looked at him meaningfully, and said:
"This is a secret of heaven and cannot be leaked lightly. The turmoil in the Kan Palace is a disaster destined by fate. However, everything has its destiny, and also has its variables."

Kim Ki-hyun didn't understand, but Kim Jong-kook did.

Hurry up and offer the money you have prepared.

Regardless of whether it is true or false, the main purpose is to bring good luck.

As a result, no one answered.

Jin Qixuan still had some doubts about this.

However, he did not take it too seriously. After all, Li Zhien has been doing good deeds since she was able to do so.

Whether it is donating to charities or participating in various public welfare activities, she does her best.

A person like her is destined to be blessed by heaven.

There shouldn't be any hurdle that is insurmountable.

As for the field of work.

Lee Ji-eun's talent and strength are obvious to all.

No matter what difficulties she encounters, she has the ability to face and solve them.

Generally speaking, according to the Eight Characters.

The two are a match made in heaven.

Jin Qixuan thanked the fortune teller again and gave him a generous reward.

After "Najib", the next step is to prepare for the "letter of employment".

Follow normal procedures.

After the engagement letter, "paying the betrothal gift" and "sending the gift of gifts" are carried out at the same time.

This means that the man has to run back and forth twice.

But the problem is that neither Kim Ki-hyeon nor Lee Ji-eun can do nothing but prepare for this.

There is still a lot of work waiting for them.

Therefore, Jin Qixuan wanted to send the "engagement letter" and "gift letter" together.

The betrothal gift for "Na Zheng" will be given after they return to Seoul.

Because transportation is troublesome, especially for two luxury cars.

There's nothing wrong with Ji Eun's dad.

So, after the betrothal gifts were prepared.

The five members of the Jin family went to Jeju Island together.

The extra person is Jin Qixuan's uncle.

That is Kim Jong Kook’s older brother who holds a master’s degree and is the director of the plastic surgery hospital – Kim Jong Myeong.

The words on the letter of appointment were also written by him.

"Uncle, your handwriting is so beautiful. I have decided to pass this engagement letter on to my descendants in the future."

Jin Qixuan looked at the letter of appointment written by his uncle Jin Zhongming and couldn't help but praise it.

"Haha, you kid..."

Obviously, Jin Zhongming enjoyed Jin Qixuan's flattery very much.

Speaking of which, each of the four men in the Jin family has different interests and hobbies.

Jin Qixuan's grandfather's current hobby is tea tasting;
My uncle Jin Zhongming likes calligraphy and fishing in his spare time;

Kim Jong Kook likes sports and playing games;
In comparison, Jin Qixuan's hobbies are much more monotonous.

His only hobby is Lee Ji-eun.
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2 month 28 day.

3pm.

The five members of the Jin family arrived at Li Zhien’s grandmother’s home in Jeju Island.

At the same time, the Li family of five had been waiting at the door for a long time.

Then, Jin Qixuan was responsible for introducing both parties.

Then, the group walked into the house while exchanging pleasantries.

"I've actually wanted to meet him for a long time, but the kids were all too busy, so I'm sorry that it's been delayed until now."

Kim Jong Kook was the first to apologize.

Follow normal development.

Kim Ki-hyeon went to Lee Ji-eun's house last year.

After Lee Ji-eun confirmed her relationship with Kim Ki-hyeon, she often saw Kim Jong-kook.

So in 18, if both families have no objection to this marriage, they should meet to discuss the follow-up matters.

Ji Eun’s dad mentioned this last year.

It’s just that the young couple are really too busy.

Plus, their activities don’t overlap.

Throughout the year, the number of times we meet is pitifully small.

If it weren’t for filming together.

I'm afraid even meeting her once is a luxury.

Therefore, the time for the parents of both sides to meet was postponed again and again.

We have been delayed until now to get engaged.

"No, no, the children's careers are important, and we understand that. It's not too late to meet now. After all, good things take time."

Ji Eun’s mother took over the conversation.

Greetings.

A group of people walked into the house and sat on the sofa in the living room.

Jin Qixuan respectfully handed the engagement letter and gift letter to Grandma Zhien.

Seeing this, Lee Ji-eun leaned over and looked at the contents of the letter of appointment curiously.

[A hundred generations of fate, tied together by a piece of paper since ancient times, two families are in harmony, from now on I will say this. 】

[My nephew Qixuan has been intelligent since childhood, has good character and handsome appearance. ]

[I heard that the Li family has a daughter who is virtuous, dignified, and talented. She is a perfect match for my nephew. ]

【Today I am here with this letter of engagement, wishing to establish a good relationship with Qin and Jin, and to spend the rest of our lives together. 】

(PS: I really can’t think of any allusion on the peninsula that can replace the term “Qin-Jin friendship”. It can’t be “US-ROK alliance”…/dog head. Therefore, for the sake of reading smoothly, everyone will make do with it…)
[For details on the gifts and items, please refer to the gift book. 】

[I hope Ms. Lee Ji-eun and her family will agree to discuss an auspicious date, conclude a good marriage, stay together forever, and create a glorious chapter together. 】

【I respectfully present this to Ms. Lee Ji-eun and the elders of the Lee family. Please accept my approval.】

As she read, the corners of Lee Ji-eun's mouth curled up.

Very well written!

After reading it, Lee Ji-eun looked up at Kim Ki-hyeon.

Those affectionate eyes are like a pool of water, rippling with shimmering light.

Charming.

Jin Qixuan's heart was moved by what he saw.

When the engagement letter was handed over to Ji Eun's parents, Jin Qixuan handed over the gift letter again.

The above include the traditional hardware and eight items of betrothal gifts.

The rest of the list is filled with various luxury items.

Bags, clothes, shoes, jewelry and two luxury cars.

When they saw the list of gift books, Ji-eun's parents' eyes flashed with deep shock.

The luxury of this betrothal gift far exceeded their imagination.

Although thanks to Lee Ji-eun's improvement, family life has made a qualitative leap.

But the daughter is the daughter's, and they are theirs.

When they owed the debt, neither of their parents used a penny of Lee Ji-eun's money.

I worked several jobs and paid it back bit by bit.

"This... this betrothal gift is too expensive."

Ji Eun's mother poked Ji Eun's father and whispered.

The custom on this side of the peninsula is for the woman to pay the bride price.

Therefore, if the man pays the bride price, the woman will have to pay double the dowry.

Based on the money Ji-eun's parents have saved, paying back 50 billion for the dowry is simply a fantasy.

However, the Jin family obviously was not after the dowry money from the Li family.

Seeing that the other party remained silent for a long time, Kim Jong Kook looked at Kim Ki-hyeon meaningfully.

Just like that, the other party remained silent.

If you prepare 77 billion yuan for the bride price...

Kim Jong Kook coughed lightly, breaking the silence and said with a smile:
"What matters to us is the relationship between the two families and the future of the children. Qixuan went to various specialty stores to buy the betrothal gifts for Zhien. We don't ask for anything else, we just hope that the two children can live happily together, that's enough."

These words were like a spring breeze, warm and sincere.

This instantly dissipated most of Ji Eun's parents' worries.

They know that Kim Ki-hyeon really values ​​Lee Ji-eun.

Ji Eun's father took a deep breath, his eyes full of gratitude and relief:
"Jie Eun is dear to our hearts, and we are really happy to see that she has found such a good home."

"It's the same for us. Qixuan is the pride of our family. It's his blessing to meet a good girl like Zhien. It's also our honor that our two families can get married."

"..."

that's it.

In a warm and harmonious atmosphere, the parents of both parties began to discuss some details of the engagement banquet.

(End of this chapter)