Peninsula: I'm the Top Streamer

Chapter 711 The Grand Prize is won! Unlimited glory!

The entrance to the venue was already occupied by a surging crowd of media and fans, with cameras, microphones, and light sticks creating a sea of ​​excitement.

Inside the venue, the red carpet will also be photographed by reporters from various media outlets.

Neon lights flashed, illuminating the excited and expectant faces of fans, whose shouts of their idols rose and fell in waves.

As time went on, the red carpet segment of the AAA Awards ceremony officially began.

One group of artists after another took the stage. New groups brought their youthful energy and naivety, while veteran groups displayed their mature charm, and popular idols elicited screams from the audience.

The host gave an enthusiastic introduction, the fans cheered enthusiastically, and the camera shutters clicked.

The atmosphere was pushed to a climax wave after wave.

2022 was definitely a big year for K-pop in recent years. Following 2015, it was a big year for Korean entertainment, with new generations emerging one after another and hit songs being sung continuously, making it seem like a flourishing year.

Therefore, the end of this year will surely be a spectacular awards ceremony.

Time passed amidst flashing lights and screams, and the red carpet was halfway through.

Finally, the host raised his voice, announcing with great anticipation: "Next, let's welcome the AAA Annual Actor Award nominee, Kwon Heon-hyuk from BH Entertainment, a top actor who has swept across Asia with his many works such as 'Our Blues,' 'The Decision to Break Up,' and '20th Century Girl'!!"

Kwon Hyun-hyuk appeared at the starting point of the red carpet, accompanied by introductions.

His tailored, deep black suit accentuated his tall and slender figure, and beneath his meticulously styled hair were impeccable features, with a confident air about him.

The moment it appeared, it easily captured everyone's attention.

Kwon Heonhyuk stepped onto the red carpet with steady steps and a very stylish demeanor.

The flashes from the cameras reached a fever pitch, creating a blinding curtain of light.

The most popular idols may be controversial, but the most popular actors are undoubtedly the most popular.

The sound of cameras clicking incessantly filled the air as reporters frantically pressed their shutters, while those in the front row shouted incessantly.

"Xuanhe-xi! Look this way!" "Here! Quan Xuanhe-xi!", they were all trying to create a 'divine picture'.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk maintained a polite smile, occasionally nodding slightly in greeting. His movements were small, yet they exuded a calm and composed superstar demeanor.

After years of conquering the red carpet, she can easily pull off a stylish look now.

The host stepped forward for a brief interview, and then, guided by security personnel, calmly turned and walked towards the passage leading to the inner area.

After him, the red carpet event ended.

After walking the red carpet, they quickly entered the venue.

The lights, music, and whispers of thousands of people created a vibrant atmosphere.

Inside the huge venue, the seating areas are clearly divided according to VIP status and zone.

This year is different from last year; some fans have already watched the film offline, and the audience seats are packed with viewers.

The venue wasn't actually very big, probably only around 10,000 people.

Guided by staff, Kwon Heonhyuk headed straight for the exclusive area for top artists, which was closest to the stage and in the center of the field of vision.

His appearance immediately attracted the attention of many artists and staff who were already seated inside.

hushed whispers and friendly nods came from all directions.

"Senior Xuanhe! Anning Haseyo!" Not far away, the girls from NewJeans saw him pass by and quickly stood up again to bow and greet him respectfully.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk stopped and smiled gently at the girls, nodding.

His seat was located in one of the most central positions in this top area, next to several actors.

Such as Kim Seon-ho, Bona, Kim Se-jeong, Han So-hee, Park Min-young, etc.

As soon as they saw Quan Xuanhe coming over, they all greeted him with smiles.

He was the last to appear on the red carpet, doesn't that prove his worth? It's just that others are being polite to him.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk wasn't very familiar with them, except for a brief encounter with Han So-hee and Kim Seon-ho at a previous awards ceremony.

Surrounded by dazzling stars, the artists who had just walked the red carpet each possessed their own unique charm. Members of fifth-generation girl groups such as NewJeans, Le Sserafim, IVE, and NMIXX added youthful energy to the solemn awards ceremony.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk's gaze swept over them, finally settling back on the center of the stage.

The lights in the venue gradually dimmed, and the music changed accordingly, indicating that the ceremony was about to officially begin.

The giant screen lit up and began playing the official opening trailer for this year's AAA.

All eyes were drawn to the stage, waiting for the awards ceremony to begin.

The awards ceremony officially began.

The stage lights came on, and the energetic opening remarks from hosts Leeteuk and Jang Won-young ignited the atmosphere.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk sat in the center of the top-tier artist section, leaning back in his chair with a relaxed posture and a polite smile on his face.

The previous awards mainly focused on the Newcomer Award, Popularity Award, and Stage Performance Award.

Fifth-generation girl groups such as NewJeans, Le Sserafim, IVE, and NMIXX took turns performing, bringing their own distinct styles, but all were quite good.

Whenever the camera panned across the audience, especially when it caught Kwon Seonhyuk, he was always very cooperative.

When watching NewJeans' youthful performance, Kwon Heonhyuk nodded slightly to the upbeat rhythm, and naturally clapped along with the audience when the members made their signature moves.

When NMIXX presented their unique fusion style stage, the camera panned across him again, and Han So-hee was talking to Kwon Heon-hyuk, her smile bright.

After the members completed a difficult sequence, Kwon Heonhyuk generously gave them a loud round of applause, showing his deep engagement.

When awarding group prizes or popularity awards, Kwon Heonhyuk always listens attentively to the winners' acceptance speeches. When he hears something interesting or heartfelt, he laughs or nods along with everyone, showing no airs of a top actor.

To be honest, I don't dare to put on too much airs these days.

The differential treatment of actors and idols at the end of the year has always been a focus of netizens' criticism, and a cold shoulder might even make one disliked.

The differential treatment given to the AAA awards might be because this awards ceremony doesn't receive as much attention as the MAMA, so it hasn't faced as much criticism.

Time slipped away quietly amidst the wonderful stage performances, touching acceptance speeches, and enthusiastic cheers from the audience.

The entire awards ceremony lasted one or two hours, and when his final award was announced, that was the last moment.

Aside from him, SEVENTEEN was the most popular player on the field today.

This year they also had a big breakthrough. Some people say that they became so popular this year because BTS enlisted in the military and other groups were not very competitive.

Some say it's a case of accumulated strength finally paying off, and SEVEMTEEN is ready to unleash its full potential.

As the process gradually came to an end, the atmosphere in the venue became increasingly refined as the significance of the awards grew.

The spectacular stage performances and touching acceptance speeches continued to unfold, keeping the audience's enthusiasm high throughout.

Finally, the stage lights focused, and the voices of the hosts, Leeteuk and Jang Won-young, became solemn.

"Next up is tonight's highly anticipated Singer Awards!" Leeteuk's voice was filled with just the right amount of excitement.

Zhang Yuanying added with a smile, "Yes, let's see which singer has received this honor?"

After a brief and tense pause, Leeteuk called out loudly, "Congratulations—SEVENTEEN!"

A deafening roar of cheers and applause erupted instantly. The members of SEVENTEEN rose excitedly to their feet, embracing each other, their faces beaming with incredible joy and a profound sense of honor.

They jogged up to the stage and received the heavy trophy from the presenter.

The afterglow of the Singer Awards hasn't completely faded, but everyone knows that the grand finale is about to begin tonight.

The lights in the venue deepened and focused once more, and the background music changed to a more suspenseful melody. "Now," Zhang Yuanying's voice clearly resonated throughout the venue, "we've arrived at one of the most important moments of the night—the announcement of the AAA Annual Actor Awards!"

Li Ti nodded, his expression solemn.

"This award aims to recognize outstanding actors who, in the past year, have moved and captivated countless viewers with their exceptional acting skills, deeply moving character portrayals, and tremendous influence, truly defining the meaning of a top actor."

Images of Quan Xuanhe began flashing rapidly on the large screen.

The captain role played by Kwon Heon-hyuk in "Our Blues".

In "The Decision to Break Up," he played a detective, and in "20th Century Girl," he portrayed Bong-ho with pure boyish charm and a heartfelt confession...

Every character they play has a high profile, and every film and television series they produce becomes a huge hit.

The camera accurately captured Kwon Hyun-hyuk.

Kim Seonho, Bona, Han Sohee, and others around him also held their breath, their eyes darting back and forth between the stage and Kwon Seonhyuk.

Zhang Yuanying paused for a moment into the microphone, then announced clearly:

The winner of the 2022 Asia Artist Awards' Actor of the Year award is—

A brief pause followed, and the scene fell silent.

"—Kwon Hyun-hyuk! Congratulations!"

“Wow——!!!”

The entire venue was instantly engulfed in screams, applause, and cheers! Countless cameras were immediately focused on the figure who stood up.

Kwon Hyun-hyuk's smile finally blossomed into a full smile.

He first bowed slightly to the artists who were applauding him, and his fellow actors sitting at the table around him, such as Kim Seon-ho and Han So-hee, also offered their congratulations.

Then, Kwon Heonhyuk strode confidently towards the center of the stage, pursued by countless flashes and watched by the entire audience.

Kwon Heonhyuk picked up the heavy trophy, symbolizing the highest honor for actors this year, from the base in the center of the stage and held it high.

The trophy shone brilliantly under the lights.

At this moment, Kwon Heon-hyuk was undoubtedly the absolute focus of the entire event, and his win for the AAA Annual Actor Award was well-deserved.

Last year, Lee Jung-jae won this award. He won four awards last year, becoming the person with the most awards in AAA history, but he never won the Grand Prize.

Unexpectedly, AAA still showed him respect this year and awarded him the grand prize.

This can be considered Kwon Hyun-hyuk's first major award, and its prestige is comparable to that of a TV King.

Kwon Heonhyuk stood in the center of the stage, the spotlight highlighting his tall and straight figure.

He held the heavy AAA Actor of the Year award steadily, a confident smile on his face.

The thunderous applause and cheers from the audience gradually subsided, and everyone waited for his acceptance speech.

He leaned slightly closer to the microphone, his gaze sweeping over his colleagues and the audience below the stage, his voice clear and powerful.

"Khamsahamida. Thank you so much to the Asia Artist Awards for awarding me such an important Actor of the Year award."

"Thank you to all my viewers who love and support me. It is your recognition that allows me to stand here."

"Thank you to the organizers, and thank you to every director, screenwriter, senior, colleague and all staff who put their heart and soul into the work. It is an honor to work with you all."

He paused briefly, his tone sincere.

"The path of an actor is one of dialogue with the audience through roles. I give my all in every interpretation, hoping to convey the soul of the character. This honor is an affirmation of my past efforts and the beginning of encouragement for the future. I will continue to act with my heart and repay everyone's love with better works."

"Thank you again, Kamsahamida."

But that wasn't all. Kwon Hyun-hyuk changed the subject and started speaking Japanese.

"private を応aid してくれてありがとうございます."

"Japan's に来たのは infection has grown up in the early days of めてです."

"応aidしてくれてありがとうございます."

"Opportunity is coming, thinking is coming."

The fact that Kwon Heonhyuk spoke fluent and accurate Japanese really surprised the Japanese fans who came to the awards ceremony, and their cheers became even more enthusiastic.

Why are so many people unwilling to even put in this little bit of effort when something could be done in a last-minute rush?

We're still being too lenient.

As soon as he finished speaking, the audience erupted in enthusiastic applause once again.

He raised the trophy again to signal his acceptance speech, bowed deeply, and calmly stepped off the stage amidst continuous applause, returning to the audience.

The awards ceremony concluded with a final group photo.

All award winners and important guests were invited to the stage and stood in the usual arrangement according to their status and rank.

As the recipient of the highest honor tonight, Kwon Heonhyuk was naturally surrounded by the organizers and other artists and placed in the most central position on the stage.

Standing beside him were representatives of SEVENTEEN, winner of the Singer Grand Prize, and equally prominent actresses such as Han So-hee.

Although most people attend the awards ceremony to see their idols, and AAA is aware of this, the organizers still believe that actors have a higher status and deserve to be treated with more respect.

The actors were surrounded by their idols and sat on specially brought stools in the front row, while the idols could only stand in rows behind them.

Sana Minatozaki curled up on the sofa in her dorm room, her eyes glued to the screen.

As the AAA Awards ceremony reached its final stage, the venue was brightly lit and bustling with activity.

When she saw Kwon Hyun-hyuk win the grand prize, Sana Minato's lips unconsciously curled up slightly.

"Hmph, how glamorous..."

She muttered to herself, hugging the pillow in her arms even tighter, but her gaze never left Quan Xuanhe in the center of the screen.

Despite being separated by a screen, Sana Minatozaki adjusted her posture, preparing to listen to his official remarks.

However, it wasn't the Korean or English she was familiar with, but clear and fluent Japanese. Kwon Hyun-hyuk's voice traveled through the microphone throughout the venue and clearly reached Minatozaki Sana's ears.

He thanked his Japanese fans with sincere and natural words, and his pronunciation was so standard that Minatozaki Sana's eyes widened slightly.

"What?!"

Sana Minato almost blurted it out, her upper body unconsciously leaning slightly forward, as if to confirm that she hadn't misheard.

On the screen, Kwon Heonhyuk was speaking fluently in Japanese with a gentle smile, which immediately drew even louder cheers from the audience.

The impact of this sudden language switch clearly ignited the atmosphere at the scene.

Sana Minatosaki paused for a few seconds, staring at the confident and composed man on the screen who was expressing his gratitude in his native language.

She was surprised at first, then pouted and buried her face in the cushion, only her bright eyes were still staring at the screen. In a voice that only she could hear, she muttered something with a hint of disbelief and coquettishness.

"Wow, when did this guy become so good at Japanese?"

"What kind of cool pose is he showing off again... really..."

After muttering to herself, she couldn't help but look up at the handsome profile on the screen again.

The light shone on his silhouette, making him appear exceptionally dazzling.

Sana Minato buried half her face back into the pillow, but she couldn't suppress the smile on her lips.

(End of this chapter)