Peninsula: I'm the Top Streamer

Chapter 679 Zhimin's Surprise Attack!

Kwon Heon-hyuk is likely to renew his contract with BH, and he believes the company can offer him satisfactory terms.

After finishing up his contract renewal, Kwon Heon-hyuk rushed back to the set of "The Lost Tomb" the next day to attend the opening ceremony.

Showbox's annual project, Kwon Heon-hyuk's first 'blockbuster' "The Tomb Breaker", started filming smoothly.

The news of filming has attracted attention from the industry.

After all, this is one of the few large-scale, top-tier projects after the pandemic, especially with top actors such as Choi Min-sik, Kwon Heon-hyuk, and Kim Go-eun participating.

Although the subject matter is a bit niche, with such a cast and crew, it has already become a highly anticipated blockbuster.

The main filming location for "Breaking the Tomb" is located in the deep mountain region of northern Gangwon Province, South Korea.

The key ancestral grave scene in the story is set in a winding, remote mountainous area in northern Gangwon Province, described as a place with a wide view and auspicious feng shui.

Specifically, the unmarked grave that appears multiple times in the film is located in the northern part of Gangwon Province, near the border with North Korea.

This location choice not only echoes the historical context of the division of the Korean Peninsula, but also enhances the film's horror and suspense tone through the eerie atmosphere of the mountains.

However, some of the early city scenes were filmed in Seoul, not overseas.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk was putting on makeup at that moment; what kind of makeup was he wearing?

It is naturally impressive and has gained attention in China after its release, featuring Chinese character tattoos.

This point sparked a heated online debate between netizens from both countries.

The feng shui elements in the movie include peach wood swords, glutinous rice, dog blood, talismans, etc., which have appeared in Hong Kong films before, and all of them are present in this movie, stitching together various elements.

However, the most appealing aspect of the movie "Breaking the Tomb" is not its horror but its folklore and history, which are reflected in many details, showcasing the director's thoughtful approach.

It looks like a horror movie, but it's actually a patriotic film. The two are combined very well, and it doesn't make people feel disgusted at all. This is something we should learn from.

The debate about whether South Korea copied anything, and how much, is not the point. The point is that China is currently unable to produce horror films.

All this pointless arguing will get us nowhere. Just watch these videos and that's it.

After finishing his makeup, Kwon Seonhyuk stood up and looked at himself in the mirror.

Both arms were covered in Chinese character tattoos, and her hair was loosely tied back, giving her a rather unique look.

Wow, he's so handsome.

Kim Go-eun, who was paired with him, saw his look and praised it with a smile.

Quan Xuanhe was tall and strong, dressed in a sharp all-black outfit, looking very stylish.

"Nuna too."

He smiled and complimented her in return.

"Let's go, let's start the first shoot!"

Kim Go-eun waved her hand, and the two walked off-set together to begin filming.

The filming began without any major incidents.

A few days later, the Kwon Heon-hyuk special episode of "Although There's No Food" was released on the YouTube channel as scheduled.

The program, once released, was like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, instantly sparking a heated response.

The video views skyrocketed at an astonishing rate.

It easily surpassed one million views in just a few hours, and then continued its momentum, breaking the ten million mark within 24 hours, setting a new record for the fastest time to reach ten million views since the show "Although There's No Dish" premiered, and is now aiming for an even higher historical peak.

The comment section and live chat window were completely flooded with a dense barrage of bullet comments.

Lee Young-ji's opening monologue upon learning that Kwon Hyun-hyuk was coming became the first highlight of the show.

Her restless, incoherent, and alternating moments of wailing and raising her arms in celebration perfectly captured the ultimate state of a fan facing their idol, resonating deeply with the audience.

"Swimming knows how to react to the world, and I am different."

"It was entirely my mouth double."

Comments like, "She acted out everything I would do if I met Hyunhyuk oppa," flooded the screen.

Kwon Heonhyuk's appearance and performance sparked another wave of heated discussion.

His gentle and humble attitude and unassuming demeanor instantly bridged the gap between him and the audience, breaking down the aloofness often associated with top actors.

After all, the image he's cultivating is very 'expensive' and 'high-class,' which naturally leads people to think he's arrogant.

That's pretty much the same; that's how ordinary people think about big stars.

"So easygoing and down-to-earth," "No airs at all," "My heart melted when Oppa said it was an honor," and "So humble at this level" were among the most frequently commented phrases.

He naturally blended into the atmosphere of the show, and his relaxed state while drinking and chatting with Lee Young-ji also showed people a different side of him than that in film and television dramas.

Lee Young-ji's "pressuring" of Kwon So-hyuk about his solo comeback on the show, and Kwon So-hyuk's responses that "it needs the right time, place, and people," "seriously consider it," and "the stage is another home," have caused a tsunami of jubilation among fans.

The relevant clips were edited separately, and topics such as #KwonSeonhyukPromiseToConsiderSolo# and #SoloPromiseSignal# quickly rose to the top of the global trending charts.

The fans were thrilled.

"Finally, there's a glimmer of hope!" "Oppa still remembers the stage is home! I cried!" "Although we don't know when, there's hope!" "Well done, Youngji!" Kwon Heonhyuk's mention of it again on a variety show undoubtedly gave fans a boost of confidence.

The scene of Kwon Hyun-hyuk gifting a Chaumet bracelet has become synonymous with "outrageously extravagant" and "extremely romantic."

Lee Young-ji's reaction from shock to ecstasy to incoherent speech was highly comedic, while Kwon Heon-hyuk's nonchalant "small gift" caused an even bigger stir.

The video went viral, and "Kwon Heonhyuk casually gives Shangmei a gift" became a trending topic.

Chaumet's social media accounts were flooded with comments asking for the same item, and the price was later revealed to be the Joséphine Aigrette diamond-encrusted egret bracelet, which cost 10 million Korean won.

This achieved an unexpected and dreamlike collaborative marketing campaign.

This is a case of "one fish, many ways to eat".

But without a doubt, the climax and most explosive topic of the entire program was the sorghum liquor incident at the end.

To express her gratitude, Li Yongzhi boldly took out 58-proof Kinmen Kaoliang liquor and downed it in one gulp from a liquor glass. The subsequent scene of her trying to remain calm, staggering into the bathroom, and clearly vomiting was hailed by viewers as an "epic variety show accident" and "the most hilarious scene of the season."

The scene where Kwon Heonhyuk reacts helplessly to an unexpected situation and then explains the correct way to drink Chinese baijiu to the camera creates a strong contrast and a comedic effect.

The relevant clips were replayed countless times, slowed down, and added with various sound effects (such as countdowns, explosions, and ambulance sounds), creating countless GIFs and short videos that swept across the entire Korean internet and even overseas.

#Li Yongzhi Sorghum Liquor#
#Vomiting sound effect even though there's no food#
Hashtags like #KwonSeonhyuk'sHelplessExpression# dominated the trending searches, with popularity far exceeding the program team's expectations.

Searches and sales of sorghum liquor in supermarkets and online shopping platforms have seen a strange, brief surge in South Korea, with some soju brands even taking advantage of the situation to launch marketing campaigns.

At the end of the show, Kwon Heonhyuk waited for Lee Youngji to come out of the bathroom. Although the camera focused on the door and the moment he spoke words of concern with a helpless yet tolerant expression, he won a lot of goodwill from passersby.

"Although the scene was hilarious, Oppa was so gentle at the end."

"A true gentleman shows concern, not ridicule."

Comments such as "Youngji, Oppa is a good person, don't be so reckless next time" emerged, demonstrating Kwon Heonhyuk's composure even in the midst of the chaos.

"20th Century Girl" was undoubtedly one of the biggest winners of the show.

Kwon Heon-hyuk's natural introduction to the film, Lee Young-ji's earnest emphasis on "Netflix in October," and her genuine reaction to the trailer all contributed to the film gaining massive exposure and discussion.

The trailer's views and movie-related searches saw a significant second surge after the program aired.

Netflix's marketing team was overjoyed; this free and incredibly effective promotion far exceeded their expectations.

In conclusion, the Kwon Heon-hyuk special of "Although There's No Food" was a complete success.
The data broke several of the program's own records, with viewership, interaction, and topicality all reaching their peak.

The content is packed with exciting moments: Lee Young-ji's enthusiastic opening, Kwon Hyun-hyuk's "descending" charm, Solo's fan benefits, the generous gifts that sparked discussion, and the sorghum liquor incident that provided explosive laughs.

The movie's pre-release hype has been quite successful. Looking at the online reviews of variety shows, Kwon Hyun-hyuk felt a different kind of emotion than usual.

When I first debuted, I worked incredibly hard to create entertaining moments on Running Man, but now I can sit here on variety shows and achieve twice the results with half the effort just by chatting and laughing.

The good days for television stations are really coming to an end.

A night shoot has just ended.

They haven't started filming in Gangwon Province yet; they're still in Seoul.

"Cut! This one is approved."

Director Jang Jae-hyun's voice came through the loudspeaker, carrying a hint of weary satisfaction.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk was just about to say a quick hello to the director and his seniors before heading back to the rest area, and he was turning to leave.

"Oppa!"

A clear, slightly suppressed voice suddenly rang out beside him.

Quan Xuanhe lifted his eyelids and looked in the direction of the sound.

Liu Zhimin was wearing a fluffy hat and mask, revealing only her bright eyes, and she was waving at him on tiptoe.

His assistant stood to the side, and when he saw his gaze fall upon him, she lowered her head slightly.

Unexpected.

He recognized those features instantly.

Liu Zhimin!

Kwon Hyun-hyuk never expected that Yoo Ji-min would find this place.

"Zhimin? How come you..." Looking at Liu Zhimin, who was standing prettily in front of him, he lowered his voice, filled with genuine doubt and helplessness.

Yoo Jimin pulled down her mask, a triumphant, playful smile on her face, her eyes crinkling: "I was thinking about how hard oppa works filming, so I came to see you!"

She spoke lightly, as if it were just an ordinary set visit.

Quan Xuanhe looked at Liu Zhimin, who was standing prettily in front of him. She pulled down her mask to reveal her bright face, and her eyes sparkled with a triumphant glint. The fatigue he felt from the intense filming was strangely lessened.

A genuine smile flickered in his eyes, but it was quickly replaced by caution.

"Ji-min..." His voice carried a hint of helplessness and indulgence, his gaze quickly sweeping over the staff who had not yet completely dispersed, and director Jang Jae-hyun who was communicating with the photographer not far away.

"How did you find this place?" His tone was more of curiosity about her extraordinary abilities than of reproach.

Liu Zhimin proudly raised her delicate chin, pulled her mask back up, revealing only her smiling, crescent-shaped eyes, and lowered her voice even further: "It's a secret~"

She winked meaningfully.

Quan Xuanhe looked at her cunning eyes, and his lips twitched almost imperceptibly. Recalling his assistant's slight bowing of her head just now, he understood what was going on.

He raised his hand and gently pressed it on the top of her head, as if to soothe a kitten that had suddenly appeared.

"There are too many people and too many eyes around here; this isn't the place to talk." He gestured with his eyes to the busy scene around him and the occasional curious glances.

Liu Zhimin immediately understood and nodded obediently. "I know." "Yes, we just finished filming a night scene and are about to wrap up."

Kwon Hyun-hyuk checked the time. "Why don't you go to the car with your assistant and wait for me? I'll just say hello to the director and the seniors and then come over."

Liu Zhimin's eyes lit up, and she nodded vigorously: "Yes! I'll be waiting for you, oppa." Her voice was filled with undisguised excitement.

Like a nimble little rabbit, she quickly and discreetly followed Kwon Seonhyuk's assistant, quietly slipping into the black van parked not far away, and soon disappeared into the shadows inside the car.

Quan Xuanhe looked in the direction she disappeared, let out a barely audible sigh, but his face had already regained its usual composure.

He straightened his clothes, which were slightly disheveled from the filming, put on a humble and polite smile, and walked towards director Jang Jae-hyun and Choi Min-sik, Kim Go-eun, and others who had just removed some of their equipment.

"Director, Min-sik, and Go Eun, thank you for your hard work! Today's filming went very smoothly."

Choi Min-sik nodded, revealing a kind smile: "Seonhyuk has also worked hard, his condition has been very stable."

Jang Jae-hyun patted him on the shoulder: "Go and get some rest, there's a big show to film tomorrow."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, he politely took his leave and turned to walk towards his nanny van.

As he opened the door of the van, the warmth inside and the faint scent of Liu Zhimin immediately enveloped him.

Liu Zhimin has taken off her hat and mask, revealing her delicate face that is enough to make countless fans scream.

She was scrolling through her phone when she heard the noise. She immediately looked up, her big eyes sparkling as she gazed at him with undisguised anticipation and a hint of smugness.

"Let's go," Quan Xuanhe instructed the driver in a low voice.

The car smoothly drove away from the film set and merged into the still bustling traffic of Seoul late at night.

Then they arrived at his luxury hotel and drove directly into the underground VIP parking lot.

The assistant, already understanding the situation, got out of the car and left beforehand.

Liu Zhimin followed Quan Xuanhe, keeping her head down and completely concealing herself. Then, she skillfully swiped her card to pass through the private elevator and went straight to his executive suite.

The heavy door closed behind me, completely isolating me from the outside world.

The entrance to the hotel suite was softly lit, and the air was filled with the scent of a luxurious fragrance.

As soon as she entered the completely private space, Liu Zhimin immediately relaxed, threw off her hat and mask, and eagerly threw herself into Quan Xuanhe's arms.

Liu Zhimin practically clung to Quan Xuanhe as they entered, and now she stood on tiptoe, wrapped her arms around his neck, and gently rubbed her forehead against his shoulder, her voice slightly nasal and coquettish: "Oppa, are you tired? Filming is so hard..."

Her faint, sweet fragrance mingled with the cool outdoor air, wafting over me in wisps.

Quan Xuanhe casually reached out and put his arm around her waist, while his other hand gently ruffled the soft hair at the back of her head. "It's alright, I'm used to it. Why did you suddenly come here?"

He half-carried her as he walked towards the living room.

"I missed you." Liu Zhimin looked up at him, her big eyes sparkling under the soft floor lamp, with a hint of mischief.

"Besides... I care about oppa."

She was led to sit down on the large sofa, but her posture remained unchanged. She was still close to him, with half of her body weight resting on him, and her fingers unconsciously twirling the hem of his T-shirt.

She adjusted her posture, resting her chin on his shoulder, her breath brushing against his ear, her voice softening, carrying a subtle hint of probing.

"By the way, Oppa... that night, after the awards ceremony..."

She paused, as if searching for the right words.

“I’ve called you several times…” Her gaze fell on his profile, observing the subtle changes in his expression.

Who says women aren't cunning? Who says women don't get jealous?

coming.

A thought silently crossed Quan Xuanhe's mind.

He didn't change his posture, even leaning back a little lazily to let the sofa better support his tired back, and patted her waist reassuringly with his hand.

"Ah...that night?" He turned his head, his gaze briefly meeting hers before lazily sweeping towards a corner of the room, his tone carrying a perfectly balanced, slightly hazy quality, like someone reminiscing after a hangover.

"It was a celebration banquet. You know those kinds of occasions. Everyone was so enthusiastic that we drank a bit... and blacked out."

He raised his hand and rubbed his temples as if out of habit, as if the lingering headache was still reminding him of the chaos of that night.

"Was the phone handled by the assistant? I was completely out of consciousness at the time."

He was indeed completely unconscious; after all, all that could be seen was the exhausted oxen, not the decaying fields.

Liu Zhimin remained leaning against him, but the fingers that were tugging at the hem of his clothes paused for a moment. She could clearly feel the vibration of his chest and the steady beating of his heart.

He is lying!

Or at least, the whole truth wasn't told.

This is a woman's intuition!
Ugh, this man.
I'll figure something out in a moment!
So she lifted her face and flashed a bright, even slightly playful smile, as if that little doubt had never existed.

"Okay." She reached out her finger and gently tapped his forehead, changing the subject affectionately.

"Don't do that again! By the way, oppa, are you hungry? Should we order some late-night snacks?"

Quan Xuanhe watched her rapidly changing emotions and secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

He took the opportunity to grab her finger that was touching his brow, squeezed it in his palm, and continued, "What would you like to eat? I'll have room bring it up."

The aroma of warm seafood porridge filled the spacious living room of the hotel suite.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk leaned back on the large sofa, one hand still loosely resting on Yoo Ji-min's slender waist.

Like a cat that has found a warm stove, Liu Zhimin nestled in his arms, her back pressed against his warm chest. A tablet computer sat on her bent knees, playing a special episode of "Although There's No Food" recorded by Quan Xuanhe.

She held a small bowl in one hand and a spoon in the other. She scooped up a spoonful, blew on it, and then carefully turned her head to feed it to Quan Xuanhe. After seeing him nod, she couldn't help but drink it herself.

His eyes were glued to the screen, watching with great interest, and a knowing smile would occasionally appear on his lips.

"Pfft..." Seeing Lee Young-ji's excited monologue of jumping up and down, covering her face and screaming when she learned that Kwon Hyun-hyuk was coming, Yoo Ji-min couldn't help but laugh out loud. She almost choked on her porridge, and her body trembled slightly. She rubbed her head against his neck.

"Yongzhi is exaggerating too much, isn't she?" She turned her head, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Quan Xuanhe's chin.

Quan Xuanhe didn't even lift his eyelids, but simply squeezed her waist soothingly with his hand, letting out a lazy hum as a response.

Liu Zhimin didn't mind and turned back to continue eating and watching.

On the screen, Kwon Hyun-hyuk appeared. His gentle and humble attitude and natural speech made Yoo Jimin hold her spoon to her lips and watch with great focus.

She particularly enjoyed watching him act so confidently and in control, a subtle fascination in her eyes.

When the show progressed to the part where Lee Young-ji pressed for details about her solo comeback, Yoo Jimin watched even more intently, forgetting to eat her porridge.

She turned to look at Kwon Seonhyuk: "Oppa, are you really going to go solo?"

He raised his hand and gently wiped away a little bit of porridge stain from the corner of her mouth with his fingertips: "Mmm."

"Wow"

"When?"

"We haven't officially started preparations yet, so there's no way to do it for the time being."

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhimin turned back, satisfied.

When Liu Zhimin saw Li Yongzhi fill a glass of soju without a care and down it in one gulp, her eyes widened and she almost dropped the bowl in her hand.

"What?!"

"Seriously... is she crazy? Using a liquor glass for 58 proof liquor? Does she think she's drinking lemonade?"

Her laughter was crisp and clear, tinged with lingering fear and disbelief, and her warm breath brushed against Quan Xuanhe's neck.

She raised her head, rested her chin on his shoulder, and turned to look at him, her eyes shining brightly under the light, filled with curiosity.

"Oppa, were you terrified? Were you afraid she would actually collapse in front of you?"

Quan Xuanhe lowered his head, only to meet her upward gaze. The soft, warm body in his arms exuded a sweet fragrance, pressed tightly against him, and the vibrations from her laughter transmitted through his chest.

His hand, which was resting on her waist, unconsciously tightened a little, and he could clearly feel the curve and warmth of her slender waist under her thin clothes.

"I'm mainly worried about her getting into trouble; she drank too quickly."

Liu Zhimin keenly caught his gaze falling on her lips.

There's no need for many words in communication between couples.

She didn't move, still holding her head up, but the corners of her mouth curled into a deeper smile, with a hint of devilish provocation.

"Is that so?" she asked softly, her voice even softer and lower, like a lover's whisper.

"So... oppa, do you remember that you drank quite a bit that night?"

She brought the topic back, but instead of tugging at his clothes, she gently touched his chest with a suggestive force, feeling his steady heartbeat through his T-shirt.

Quan Xuanhe looked at Liu Zhimin and remained silent for a moment.

The only sounds left in the room were the faint background noise of the program ending on the tablet and the suddenly heated, almost stagnant air between the two of them.

Couples sometimes act on impulse.

Liu Zhimin felt her heart flutter when he looked at her.

The clothes were hastily stripped off piece by piece and scattered on the sofa and carpet, like abandoned trophies.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk picked up Yoo Ji-min and walked towards the bedroom.

"Oppa, aren't you going to tell me?"

Why say something that didn't happen?

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhimin immediately used up all her nails, digging deep into his broad back and leaving several bright red marks on his taut muscles.

Quan Xuanhe winced in pain, not expecting her to be so ruthless. She reached out and slapped her buttocks hard, making a very crisp sound.

Liu Zhimin cried out in pain, then released her grip and broke free.

Quan Xuanhe was about to reach out and continue to punish her when Liu Zhimin grabbed him forcefully, causing him to fall onto the bed.

Taking advantage of his inattention, Liu Zhimin took the initiative, straddling him with both legs and straddling him with imposing manner. She looked down at him fiercely, raising her hand high as if she were wielding a whip.

"Say!"

"Don't tell me!"

"Are you going to tell me or not?!"

At this moment, she resembles a proud female knight, interrogating a prisoner who refuses to yield.

(End of this chapter)