Peninsula: I'm the Top Streamer

Chapter 647 The warm, soft lips and palms
Kwon Heonhyuk's toast officially kicked off the party.

The slightly intoxicating aroma of champagne bubbles, mixed with melodious jazz music, quickly filled the entire space.

The atmosphere inside the venue became completely lively. Under the carefully arranged lights, people mingled, and laughter gradually rose.

Different small circles naturally formed.

It's like the heart of Chungmuro, the film and television industry district.

Centered around big-name actors Lee Byung-hun, Lee Jung-jae, and Jung Woo-sung, the cast includes directors Ahn Gil-ho, Han Joon-hee, Kim Sang-seop, and Kim Min-young of BH Entertainment.

They talked about industry trends, projects they were filming or planning, and occasionally burst into hearty laughter; they were the most influential and relaxed group in the room.

Koo Kyo-hwan was also among them, chatting and laughing with his seniors.

Han Hyo-joo leaned gracefully against the armrest of a single sofa, occasionally interjecting a few words.

There is also a business district.

Kim Min-young, Tang Kang, as well as Liu Hongzhen, Park Myung-gu, Ha Seok-geon, and other business executives and some fashion magazine editors gathered together.

Their conversation focused more on the market, data, and potential future collaborations.

Lee Do-hyun, Lim Ji-yeon, and Kim Young-dae, along with several other young actors, gathered together, chatting and laughing, creating a relaxed atmosphere.

The girl group members quickly found common ground in food and drinks.

TWICE's Nayeon, Sana Minatozaki, Jihyo Park, and Mina Mina.

All members of aespa.

Song Yuqi, Minnie, and Jeon Soyeon from (G)I-DLE stayed around the long table laden with delicate snacks and desserts, not venturing too far.

Tzuyu stood on the terrace near the railing, holding a nearly untouched glass of champagne, with Jihyo beside her. Her gaze seemed calmly fixed on the dazzling cityscape in the distance, but every slight turn of her head was precisely aimed at Kwon Heonhyuk's movements.

Go Yoon-jin, Kim Yoo-jung, and others were also in this relatively quiet area, either talking quietly with acquaintances.

Of course, the focus is on Kwon Hyun-hyuk.

He first walked over to the Netflix executives, exchanged pleasantries with them, and thanked them for their support. Kim Min-young patted him on the shoulder, saying she was proud of him.

Liu Hongzhen pressed her advantage, whispering and emphasizing the sincerity and generous terms of the contract renewal. Quan Xuanhe nodded with a smile, indicating that Park would follow suit.

Then, he turned to the bigwigs on Chungmuro ​​Road and made a few jokes, which caused a burst of laughter.

Although it was a party, Kwon Heonhyuk's social circle was clearly divided, and some of them couldn't even talk to each other.

What could these girl groups he knew possibly talk about with people from Chungmuro?
We can't connect at all. If we talk too much, people will think I'm some kind of guy trying to pick up a girl group member.

Meanwhile, the girls in the room had different thoughts.

Kim Jisoo's gaze seemingly casually swept over Zhao Meiyan, who was chatting and laughing with Song Yuqi in the dessert area, and a vague, inexplicable emotion welled up in her heart again.

The breakdown in her relationship with Zhao Meiyan was ultimately due to Quan Xuanhe.

In her eyes, Zhao Meiyan wore the mask of a "real girlfriend," but in reality, she was betrayed and stolen.

Kim Jisoo has let go of her resentment towards Kwon Heon-hyuk, but not towards Jo Mi-yeon.
She needs Zhao Meiyan to explain to her personally.

Kim Jisoo picked up the champagne and took a small sip, the cool liquid sliding down her throat.

She recalled the genuine, gentle smile Quan Xuanhe had given Zhao Meiyan at the entrance, and a strange feeling welled up inside her.

She says she doesn't care, and sometimes she even treats Kwon Hyun-hyuk badly.

But she always willingly accompanies Quan Xuanhe, does that need any further proof?

She looked away and happened to see Lim Nayeon talking to Minatozaki Sana, with her signature bright smile on her face.

Just then, Lim Nayeon also looked up and gazed over.

Her gaze first fell on Kim Jisoo's Dior dress with a hint of admiration, then she waved and smiled even more brightly at her, even mouthing "Come here."

Kim Jisoo was slightly taken aback, but almost immediately broke into a warm smile.

She walked towards Lim Na-yeon and the others in her stiletto heels.

"Your dress is so beautiful today."

Nayeon immediately showered her with compliments, her eyes sparkling as she gazed at Nayeon's dress and even touched it without any hesitation.

Jisoo's smile deepened. "You look beautiful and full of energy today too."

"Oh, I didn't expect you to come today. Aren't you preparing for your comeback?"

Lim Nayeon was very affectionate towards her, holding her hand and asking her this question.

"Yes, I happen to be free today." Kim Jisoo followed her words, her gaze seemingly casually drifting into the distance again.

Her gaze swept over Kwon Hyun-hyuk, who was chatting and laughing with Lee Jung-jae, and finally landed on Chou Tzu-yu, who seemed a little detached.

Chou Tzu-yu…

Kim Jisoo silently recited in her heart.

Unlike the "pretender" feeling that Zhao Meiyan gave her, Zhou Ziyu gradually became someone she could approach and even sympathize with.

Look, after betraying her, Zhao Meiyan replaced Zhou Ziyu and had another tense and confrontational scene with her.

The enemy of my enemy.
We are friends!

Chou Tzu-yu also went through that struggle.

More importantly, Chou Tzu-yu seemed very well-behaved and didn't give her the same feeling of being betrayed as Cho Mi-yeon.

In this complex and entangled situation, Tzuyu's composure unexpectedly drew Jisoo closer to her.

She even had a thought.

Perhaps we could find an opportunity to talk to Chou Tzu-yu?
This idea quietly took root in Kim Jisoo's mind.

"Who are you looking at?" Lim Nayeon keenly noticed the direction of Kim Jisoo's gaze and asked curiously, following her gaze as well.

"Ah, it's Tzuyu."

Lim Na-yeon isn't stupid; she understands the ins and outs of the situation quite well.

Tzuyu broke up with Jisoo indirectly because of her, and the relationship between Jisoo and Kwon Heonhyuk also seems to be complicated, with rumors flying everywhere.

It seems that Miyeon and Tzuyu have a terrible relationship, and I've heard that Jisoo and Miyeon haven't been in contact much lately either.
Lim Nayeon may sometimes seem like a silly, carefree older sister, but she's actually quite insightful.

"It's nothing." Kim Jisoo looked away, smiled at Lim Nayeon, and skillfully changed the subject.

"I was just thinking, shouldn't we also find some new people to meet?"

“The people from Chaumet Paris are here too. Nayeon, aren’t you working with them right now?”

Upon hearing this, Lim Nayeon turned her head to look.

"Go and talk to them."

Kim Jisoo gently pushed her back, which made her involuntarily take a step forward.

A delicate fragrance wafted closer, accompanied by the soft rustling of a skirt.

Chou Tzu-yu subconsciously turned her head and happened to meet Kim Ji-soo's approaching footsteps.

Kim Jisoo was walking towards her with a smile, a very kind and gentle smile.

A clear look of surprise flashed across Chou Tzu-yu's eyes; she hadn't expected Kim Ji-soo to take the initiative to approach her.

Over the years, they have crossed paths, but Tzuyu and Jisoo have not had any interaction, let alone any involvement in their delicate and complicated past.

"Looking at the night view?" Kim Jisoo stopped not far from Zhou Ziyu, maintaining a polite and comfortable distance, her gaze also fixed on the shimmering Han River in the distance, her voice sounding gentle and natural.

Chou Tzu-yu gave a slight bow and politely replied, "Yes, unnie. The view here is great, the night view is beautiful."

Her tone was calm and without hostility, but also carried a hint of cautious restraint.

Jisoo turned to look at her, her smile deepening slightly. "She really is very beautiful."

She paused, as if organizing her thoughts, her gaze sweeping over Chou Tzu-yu's beautiful face.

"I feel like we've never had a conversation this relaxed before."

Chou Tzu-yu was taken aback, then nodded: "Yes, that's right."

There was a subtle silence between them for a few seconds.

The background was filled with the light jazz music played by the band, the laughter of the crowd, and the faint sound of traffic in the distance.

"I heard you guys are also preparing for a comeback? Now we're bumping into each other." Kim Jisoo naturally chose another safe topic and joked.

Chou Tzu-yu's shoulders unconsciously relaxed a little.

She smiled too, her smile now carrying a touch of genuine warmth.

"Everyone is really looking forward to it."

There was no lingering resentment, nor any deliberate attempt to be close.

It's a conversation between two people that is reasonable and to the point.

They tacitly avoided all potential minefields, such as "relationships," "ex-girlfriends," and "current girlfriend Zhao Meiyan"...

Jisoo swirled her wine glass and said to Tzuyu, "They seem to have some new fruit tarts over there, they look good. Want to try some?"

Seeing Jisoo's composed smile, Tzuyu finally returned a more relaxed smile.

"Yes, Jisoo unnie."

"To be honest, we can find another time to go out for dinner together, right?"

"Eh? That sounds great. Jisoo unnie, do you have time?"

The two walked and talked, and the atmosphere became more and more harmonious. Surprisingly, it warmed up quickly, and they even made plans to have dinner together!

Kwon Hyun-hyuk had just finished entertaining Netflix executives and was strolling to the edge of the quieter terrace. He loosened his tie and let out a brief sigh of relief, using the reflection of the glass curtain wall as a guide.

Just then, a fresh and sweet figure appeared precisely in his field of vision, as if drawn by a magnet.

"Xuanhe." Zhao Meiyan's voice was light and cheerful, with just the right amount of concern, as she held a small plate of delicate macarons in her hand.

"Are you tired? I can see you've been socializing the whole time." She naturally moved closer and handed him a plate.

"Would you like to try it?"

Under the lamplight, her carefully made-up face was radiant and beautiful, and her gaze towards him was focused and filled with affection.

Quan Xuanhe looked down and could smell the sweet fragrance in her hair, which seemed to soothe his tense nerves for a moment.

He picked up a small macaron, his smile becoming more genuine: "I am indeed a bit tired, but seeing our Miyeon makes me feel much better."

"It looks really beautiful tonight."

Zhao Meiyan's cheeks flushed slightly, and her smile deepened as she was about to say something.

"Wow! Looks like I've arrived just in time!"

A vibrant yet slightly mischievous voice nimbly broke in, like a lively breeze dispelling the brief silence between the two.

Sana Minatosaki appeared out of nowhere, holding a champagne glass, her face beaming with her signature bright smile.

He inserted himself between the two at the perfect moment, abruptly diminishing the intimacy that had just begun to blossom.

She winked at Kwon Hyun-hyuk: "Now you can finally catch your breath? It's been a long time coming."

Zhao Meiyan's smile faltered slightly, but instantly rose to a more graceful and sweet curve.

She turned her gaze to Sana Minatozaki, her tone equally polite and gentle: "Sana."

Sana Minatozaki seemed completely oblivious to the fleeting scrutiny in Miyeon Cho's eyes, and enthusiastically took Miyeon Cho's arm.

"Miyeon was worried you were too tired, so she brought you some snacks. How thoughtful of her!"

Quan Xuanhe smiled seemingly helplessly, picked up his glass, and took a sip of champagne to soothe his throat.

"How are you feeling, getting used to the party?"

In reality, she secretly gave Sana Minatozaki a big thumbs up.

This is to get himself out of a tight spot.

“Of course, the party was pretty good, wasn’t it?” Sana Minatozaki turned to look at Miyeon Cho and said with a smile.

Zhao Meiyan, standing to the side, nodded in agreement after hearing what Minatozaki Sana said.

Sana Minatozaki clearly knew this well, chatting and laughing with Miyeon Cho, trying to maintain a harmonious facade while constantly giving Kwon Hyeon-hyuk meaningful glances.

The situation can be stabilized, but his cooperation is needed.

However, this brief respite didn't last long, as Luo Changmin, the director of "Breaking the Tomb," came looking for them.

He waved to Kwon Soonhyuk with a warm smile, then walked up to him and looked at the two people standing next to him. "Changmin hyung."

Quan Xuanhe shifted his gaze and called out to him, thus diverting the attention of both of them.

"Is this your friend?"

"Let me introduce you to some of them. This is Sana from Twice, and Miyeon from Gidle."

"Ah~ Of course I know, they're very popular celebrities!"

Luo Changmin smiled and nodded, praising him.

This also prevented the three of them from communicating freely. In the end, the two of them exchanged a few simple pleasantries with him and then left first.

Quan Xuanhe and Luo Changmin walked side by side up the spiral staircase leading to the second floor of the villa.

The hustle and bustle of the first floor, the mix of jazz music and voices, faded away with each step upwards, replaced by a calmer atmosphere.

"The location was really well chosen."

Luo Changmin looked around at the more private open-plan living room and book bar area on the second floor. At this moment, only a few guests were talking quietly. When they saw Quan Xuanhe come up, they all smiled and nodded, without disturbing the two of them.

"It offers both a lively party atmosphere and a quiet place to talk."

“My uncle is meticulous in his work.” Quan Xuanhe nodded and led Luo Changmin to sit down on a pair of single sofas by the window.

The lighting on the second floor is much softer, and through the floor-to-ceiling windows, you can overlook the vibrant party scene of the terrace garden below, where light and shadow intertwine.

"After Showbox confirmed receipt of the funds, is the subsequent process progressing smoothly?"

Luo Changmin is one of the core producers of the "Breaking the Tomb" project, and Sixth Sense's investment is directly related to his project.

"Very smooth."

"As soon as the funds arrived, the initial site bookings and bidding for the special effects team were immediately accelerated. The schedules of the director and several lead actors were also basically coordinated, and the art department has begun working on concept design and storyboard refinement..."

Kwon Hyun-hyuk listened attentively, his fingers unconsciously tapping lightly on the sofa armrest.

The tangible feeling of his wallet shrinking due to the huge investment being withdrawn from his personal cash flow was now being gradually filled by the project blueprint described by Luo Changmin.
"We must do thorough pre-production to ensure a smooth start to filming and strive for a release the year after next."

“Of course.” Luo Changmin immediately agreed, his tone showing respect for the opinion of this person who was both the lead actor and an important investor.

"Also, the schedule is basically set to start filming in mid-to-late September, but the specific date will be slightly adjusted based on the weather and the schedules of the last few actors."

Xuanhe, how's the filming of "Dark Glory" going? We need to give you enough time to adjust your state.

"Director Ahn Gil-ho is very efficient, and there's enough time to make up for it." Kwon Hyun-hyuk has a clear grasp of his schedule.

"It would be great……"

Before Luo Changmin could finish speaking, a graceful figure appeared at the top of the stairs. After hesitating for a moment, she turned and sat down alone in a corner of the living room.

It’s Liu Zhimin.

She switched hands and held the champagne glass, which was almost empty.

The delicate makeup looked especially clear and radiant under the softer lighting on the second floor.

She waited until the two finished talking before getting up and stopping Quan Xuanhe.

In an instant, only Kwon Hyun-hyuk and Yoo Ji-min remained in that small corner on the second floor.

The music and voices coming from the terrace became distant and indistinct, serving more as a backdrop to the tranquility of the place.

The light outlined the beautiful profile of Liu Zhimin, and a faint, sweet fragrance wafted through the air.

"Oppa." Yoo Jimin's voice immediately softened, carrying a hint of coquettishness, and she subconsciously took another small step closer to Kwon Heonhyuk.

Quan Xuanhe looked at her slightly pouting lips and bright, expectant eyes, and the seriousness and pressure he felt when discussing the project with Luo Changmin just now instantly melted away.

He chuckled softly, naturally extending his finger to gently brush a strand of slightly curled hair that had fallen across her forehead, tucking it behind her delicate ear, his fingertip inadvertently brushing against her sensitive earlobe.

Quan Xuanhe's gaze was fixed on her slightly flushed face.

The intimacy of this small gesture and the privacy of the environment made Liu Zhimin's heart skip a beat, and a subtle electric current surged through her body, making her feel tingly and numb.

For some reason, or perhaps because her obsession ran too deep, Liu Zhimin felt that she would have inexplicable reactions when she was with him, even physically.

"Was the party fun? Did you meet any interesting people?"

Kwon Hyun-hyuk leaned back on the sofa armrest, casually guiding the conversation, but his gaze never left her.

Liu Zhimin, still feeling the lingering heat in her ear, tried her best to make her voice sound calm.

"Well... we exchanged a few words, but I'm still a little nervous."

It's more about being reserved.

She paused for a moment, lowered her head slightly, her long eyelashes casting a small shadow under her eyes, and her voice carried a hint of barely perceptible grievance, but it sounded more like a soft complaint.

"And that Zhao Meiyan, she's always sticking to your side."

How could Quan Xuanhe not sense this girlish thought? He didn't point it out, but the smile in his eyes deepened, tinged with indulgence: "Oh? Our Zhimin is jealous?"

"You're still jealous of my girlfriend?"

Kwon Hyun-hyuk's whisper carried a playful indulgence.

These words immediately struck a nerve with Liu Zhimin.

Liu Zhimin felt a surge of resentment.

Alcohol, dim lighting, the perfect privacy of a corner on the second floor, and the face in front of her that made her heart race—all these factors combined to create an uncontrollable courage.

"Girlfriend?" she repeated, almost defiantly.

Liu Zhimin suddenly leaned over, her soft lips carrying a hint of champagne's coolness and a girl's sweetness, awkwardly yet undeniably pressing against his slightly parted lips.

This wasn't a long, drawn-out kiss; it was more like a declarative touch.

Time seemed to stand still for a moment.

"What does a girlfriend in name matter? Isn't oppa mine now?"

With bold words, Liu Zhimin grabbed his hand and pulled his palm.

Beneath the glittery skirt was a gown with only a thin layer of satin at the bodice.

Liu Zhimin looked up, her breathing a little rapid, her bright eyes filled with a mixture of tension, pride, and a reckless determination as she stared intently at Quan Xuanhe's expression.

She seemed to be waiting for a more enthusiastic response from him, to prove that she was the one in control of the situation at that moment.

However, this intimacy did not continue to deepen as she had expected.

"Oh my! Xuanhe oppa, so you're here." A clear voice, filled with surprise and seemingly knowing everything, suddenly rang out at the top of the stairs.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk's hand almost instinctively and very naturally released the soft touch, his arm falling naturally to his side, as if everything just now was just an unintentional contact.

He looked in the direction of the sound, his movements fluid and flawless.

Liu Zhimin seemed to be struck by lightning, and took a step back in shock. Her face instantly lost all color and turned a blush of embarrassment.

Standing at the top of the stairs was Somi Jeon Somi, who was wearing a sequined spaghetti strap dress and sparkling under the soft lights on the second floor.

She wore a wide, all-knowing smile, tilting her head as she looked at them, her beautiful eyes gleaming with mischief as her gaze darted back and forth between the two of them.

"I'm looking for oppa. Did I come at a bad time?"

Somi continued talking to herself, seemingly oblivious to the earlier awkward silence, and approached with a clattering sound in her not-too-high but crisp heels.

Her personality is aggressive enough and not subtle at all.

Her gaze swept over Liu Zhimin's ears, which were almost red with blood, and her lowered eyes, which were trying to appear calm. Her smile deepened.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk quickly adjusted his expression, putting on a perfectly timed social smile with a hint of helplessness at being caught: "It's Somi."

"what's the matter?"

He looked at Somi, whose figure was also top-notch. Although she was a little less impressive in terms of size, it was still rare to see someone with such a large bust as Yoo Ji-min.

Somi is top-notch in every aspect, and her mixed-race features are stunning. Otherwise, how could Kwon Heon-hyuk have let his guard down around her?

It's not that it's not top-tier enough that caused the trouble.

Upon hearing this, Somi glanced at Yoo Jimin without saying a word, but her meaning was clear.

It's inconvenient for you to speak while you're here.

This gesture made Liu Zhimin instantly understand, and she also wanted to escape from this scene as soon as possible.

"Then I'll go first."

She hurried past Somi, rushed down the stairs, her high heels clicking frantically on the steps, and quickly disappeared into the lively light and sound around the corner on the first floor.

Only Kwon Seonhyuk and Somi remained on the second floor, along with the lingering awkwardness, the scent of perfume, and a hint of ambiguous tension in the air.

Somi watched as Yoo Ji-min's retreating figure disappeared around the corner of the stairs, and then chuckled, her shoulders twitching slightly.

She then turned around, holding the glass of sparkling water, leaning against the small table, looking at Quan Xuanhe without any attempt to hide her gaze, blinking her beautiful big eyes, her voice full of teasing.

"Oh? Looks like I really stumbled upon something incredible, our TV King?"

Kwon Hyun-hyuk adjusted his breathing. The aftershocks of Yoo Jimin's bold actions had not yet completely subsided, and being stared at so mischievously by Somi made him even more aroused.

He shrugged, a helpless smile playing on his lips: "What's the big deal? It's just that the young girl is a little excited."

"Little girl?" Somi chuckled softly, and with her slightly sexy stiletto heels, she gracefully took a few steps closer to him, her body almost touching his.

"I don't believe it. It's someone oppa likes now, isn't it?"

Her voice trailed off deliberately, carrying a sweet, seductive tone. Her gaze swept meaningfully over his hand that had just touched Liu Zhimin, then slowly moved upwards to his face.

"Oppa just abandoned me like that, and he doesn't care about me at all."

Under the soft lighting on the second floor, her sequined slip dress shimmered with tiny sparkles, making her figure appear even more graceful.

That healthy, confident, and intensely aggressive sex appeal was completely different from Liu Zhimin's youthful, stubborn, and slightly awkward demeanor.

Somi has always been direct, especially in front of Kwon Heon-hyuk, she knows exactly what she wants.

Especially now that he is surrounded by fame and is extremely popular.

Wow, that's so enviable!

Somi shook her head, giving him a "you've got me" look, but what flickered in her big eyes was not anger, but rather a spark of keen interest.

She moved even closer, close enough that Kwon Hyun-hyuk could clearly smell the unique perfume on her, different from Yoo Ji-min's and everyone else's.

"I've given you everything you wanted. What, you still want to be my girlfriend?"

"Why can't I? Am I not qualified?"

Her words were a mix of teasing and dissatisfaction, as if to say, "Why can't I have such a good opportunity?"
Quan Xuanhe looked at the exquisite yet familiar face before him, his eyes shining brightly, filled with undisguised ambition and audacity.

He took a small step back, trying to create some distance, but his back gently pressed against the edge of the sofa.

Somi followed closely behind, taking another step forward. The crisp sound of her high heels on the floor further reduced the distance between them to almost nothing.

She even boldly reached out her free hand and gently placed it on Kwon Seonhyuk's slightly loosened tie knot, her fingertips lightly brushing against the skin below his slightly open shirt collar.

A slight electric current surged from the spot she touched.

"Oppa really makes me feel disheartened."

She even tiptoed slightly, her full lips almost touching his chin.

She looked up at him with eyes that held both grievance and allure, as if silently accusing him.

"be honest."

Quan Xuanhe breathed a sigh of relief and remained calm.

"This is the second floor; someone could come up at any time."

"So what?" Somi didn't back down at all; instead, her red lips curved into an extremely alluring smile. "Oppa is implying that we should find a safer place?"

"Don't go too far. There are too many people here. I don't have time to argue with you."

Quan Xuanhe shook his head, listening to the noise outside, and remained calm.

"Isn't there a bedroom there?"

Somi turned her head, looked at the few doors on the second floor, pointed to them, and then turned back, her tone sincere yet tinged with longing.

"The length of time depends on oppa's choice."

Upon hearing this, Quan Xuanhe's lips twitched.

That's a statement that sounds both amusing and insincere.

(End of this chapter)