Peninsula: It’s just a dream, are you serious?

Chapter 423 Noona, are you stupid?! How could you say something like this in front of Taeyeon, Noona, and Yoona?!
Chen Yan was momentarily dumbfounded.

Is this fake relationship turning real?!
Just now, this older sister was tugging at my collar, telling me not to mess with Jung Soo-jung, or she would turn on me.

Why did you change your mind so soon?

Jessica Jung continued, "The company will clarify that you and Krystal are close siblings, right? What I mean is, why don't you take this opportunity to get even closer to Krystal, and really be like siblings?"

"Oh, so that's what you mean."

Chen Yan suddenly realized what Jessica Jung meant by "fake relationship turning into real relationship." He had thought...
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But he still didn't quite understand Jessica Jung's thought process.

"Noona, Krystal and I are on pretty good terms now, and with you in the picture, it's even better. There's no need to turn this fake relationship into a real one."

"Oh, that's different. Soojung doesn't know about my relationship with you yet. I haven't told her."

Jessica Jung pouted and said coquettishly.

She hadn't found a suitable opportunity to tell Krystal about this, not because she was afraid that Krystal would get angry and turn against her.

The two are a very close family; they would never really fall out.

Even if Krystal Jung gets angry, it will only last for a while. If I insist on not breaking up with Chen Yan, she will definitely accept it gradually.

But that was only his attitude towards himself, not towards Xiaoyan.

Soo-jung hates scumbags so much. Even if she reluctantly accepts this situation because of her insistence, she definitely won't give Xiao-yan a kind look.

They'll definitely have a lot of opportunities to meet in the future, so it's not good for Xiujing to always have a cold face and give Xiaoyan a hard time every time they meet.

How uncomfortable it must be to be caught between two people, with each of them being the most important person to you.

Just thinking about that scene makes Jessica Jung's scalp tingle.

This is also why she has never dared to confront Krystal Jung about this matter.

She's been thinking about this a lot these past few days, but hasn't been able to come up with a good solution.

Actually, at first, the relationship between the two was quite good. However, after Jessica Jung misunderstood Chen Yan as a scumbag who played with Taeyeon and Sulli's feelings, she ordered Krystal Jung not to associate with Chen Yan.

And Jung Soo-jung seems to genuinely believe that Chen Yan is a scumbag who plays with people's feelings, and she begins to dislike him and keeps her distance from him.

As far as Jessica Jung knows, the two rarely meet in private, and that's always when other people are present.

For example, when Chen Yan had his birthday party last time, Zheng Xiujing showed up and was caught red-handed by her.

Although Krystal Jung said at the time that she was only doing a superficial job because she had work dealings with Chen Yan.

But Jessica Jung didn't believe it completely at the time; she kept a watchful eye on things and secretly observed for a while afterward.

The results showed that Krystal Jung did indeed avoid contact with Chen Yan in private.

For example, Chen Yan comes to the company for a meeting about f(x)'s second full album, and afterwards he has dinner with Sulli in the company cafeteria.

At that time, Krystal was actually at the company, but she wasn't with Sulli. Instead, she hid alone in the practice room, which was clearly a deliberate avoidance.

A while ago, when I was chatting with Chen Yan, he mentioned that he and Sulli and Krystal went to a bibimbap restaurant near the company and ate bibimbap together.

But Krystal seemed to have something on her mind, and remained mostly silent, barely saying a word throughout the meal.

When asked, Krystal said she was dragged there by Sulli and didn't actually want to go. She barely spoke a few words to Chen Yan during the meal.

See? This is clearly a sign that they dislike Chen Yan.

But Chen Yan isn't the kind of scumbag who plays with people's feelings.

Thinking about this, Jessica Jung felt a little regretful.

If she had known this would happen, she wouldn't have made Xiujing and Xiaoyan cut off their contact back then. If their relationship had been close enough, she wouldn't be in such a mess now.

But there are no "what ifs" in life. She never imagined that she would jump into a fire pit and end up in the relationship she has with Xiaoyan now.

She couldn't keep it a secret forever; it would come out sooner or later. Besides, she was hoping to openly show off their affection in front of Jung Soo-jung.

So, we have to figure out a way.

After listening to Chen Yan's plan to create a scandal, she was thinking about it when a sudden inspiration struck her.

Right, since Xiaoyan and Xiujing are going to create a scandal, the company will clarify that they are just close siblings. So why can't we let Xiaoyan take this opportunity to actually get closer to Xiujing?

As they get closer, Soojung naturally sees Xiaoyan's good points and changes her opinion of him as a scumbag. At least she realizes he's not the kind of person who plays with people's feelings.

That way, when I'm honest with Soojung, she won't be so resistant, and the problem will be solved.

The logic suddenly made sense, which explains why Jessica Jung said to Chen Yan earlier that she hoped Chen Yan and Krystal Jung would turn their on-screen romance into a real-life relationship.

"Xiaoyan, this is what I think: you and Xiujing should get closer to each other so she can understand you better. This will make it easier for her to accept our relationship."

Jessica Jung looked at Chen Yan and said earnestly.

Chen Yan understood what she meant, and it did make sense.

He's a scumbag who's cheated on four women, one of whom is Jessica Jung. Getting Krystal Jung to accept him is no easy task.

He smiled and nodded: "Okay, I understand, Nuna, I will."

Immediately, the image of Krystal's puffed-up face flashed into my mind when I left the f(x) practice room.

For the sake of his future happiness, it seems he'll have to be gentler with that little kid from now on.

Seeing that Chen Yan understood her meaning and nodded in agreement, Jessica Jung immediately revealed a bright smile, which also carried a hint of pride.

She's so clever!

She actually came up with the idea of ​​using this opportunity of creating a scandal to help Xiaoyan and Xiujing get closer and solve the problem that had been bothering her.

But as she was thinking, Jessica Jung suddenly remembered something, her eyebrows furrowed quickly, and she turned to look at Chen Yan.

"Xiaoyan, what if the company doesn't clarify things immediately as promised, but instead lets the rumors escalate and it really turns into a dating scandal?"

That is indeed a possibility, after all, SM Entertainment has betrayed its own artists more than once or twice.

Moreover, the object of her attention this time is Krystal Jung, so she can't help but overthink it.

Chen Yan was slightly taken aback, then reached out and gently squeezed Jessica Jung's hand a few times, smiling as he said:

"Don't worry, Noona, I'm prepared and I won't let Soojung get hurt."

He had considered this possibility and made corresponding preparations.

"it is good."

Jessica Jung nodded, her eyebrows relaxed, and a smile returned to her face. She didn't say anything more.

If her husband told her not to worry, then she would feel at ease.

But then she suddenly remembered something, and wrinkled her nose as she said:
"But while you're trying to get closer to her, you need to be careful not to cross the line. Don't try anything with Soojung, or I'll really lose my temper."

Although she knew that Chen Yan was unlikely to make a move on Xiu Jing because of her, she still had to issue a warning. At least she had to make her stance clear and add another layer of protection.

After saying that, Jessica Jung grinned at the man, showing off her bright white teeth, as if to say, "If you dare to misbehave, I'll bite you."

Chen Yan was both amused and exasperated upon hearing this; how did the topic veer back to where it all started?

He could only repeat what he had just said: "Nuna, I really won't."

"Hmph, that's good."

The practice room door opened, and Lee Soon-kyu walked in.

Chen Yan, who subconsciously turned his head, met her gaze. His expression stiffened slightly, but he maintained his smile. Lee Soon-kyu, on the other hand, maintained a natural smile throughout. She walked over to Chen Yan, sat down again, and asked with a smile, "What are you two talking about?"

She acted as if she wasn't the one who said those words at the bathroom door at all.

Chen Yan quickly composed himself and replied with a smile, "Oh, we just talked about the rumors about Xiujing."

He remembered what had just happened and would make this woman taste the consequences of provoking a scumbag sooner or later.

"Oh."

Lee Soon-kyu smiled and nodded, then continued chatting casually with Chen Yan and Jessica Jung.

A moment later, Chen Yan stood up and said goodbye: "I won't disturb your practice any longer, I'll be going now, I'll come again next time."

Everyone smiled and nodded.

"Okay, we won't see you off, Xiaoyan."

"Remember to bring some food next time you come."

Listening to their unceremonious remarks, Chen Yan smiled and nodded. After taking a few steps, he suddenly paused.

Turning her head, she blinked at the three people sitting there, including Kim Tae-yeon, and said, "Noona, can you guys see me off?"

Kim Tae-yeon and the other two were stunned for a moment, then stood up one after another.

Kim Tae-yeon pouted and glared at him, "Why are you being so dramatic? Just leave already, why do you have to have someone see you off?"

He complained, but his eyes were full of laughter.

Chen Yan didn't hesitate to say more nice things: "Because I want to spend more time with you guys."

But this statement immediately aroused public outrage. Everyone else rubbed their arms, trying to calm the goosebumps that suddenly rose on their skin, looking disgusted.

"Hey, stop showing off your love here. If you're going to leave, then leave now."

"It's just, it's too much."

Amidst a chorus of complaints, the three walked out of the practice room and headed towards the elevator, exchanging few words along the way.

After taking the elevator to the underground parking garage, Kim Tae-yeon looked around and then looked at her man in front of her.

"What's the matter, Xiaoyan? Why did you call the three of us out?"

Yoona and Jessica Jung also looked at him curiously, clearly understanding that the man had something to say to them, which was why he had called the three of them out.

Chen Yan smiled at the three of them: "When I was talking to President Kim just now, we talked about your personal development. He has already agreed to Xiuyan opening a branded restaurant."

The three of them were stunned.

Chen Yan continued, "As for the personal studio, it will probably be settled after you come back from your concert in Guangdong Province. So Nuna and Yoona, you can think about the terms and conditions in the meantime, so you don't end up at a disadvantage."

The three of them quickly came to their senses after processing the information.

Im Yoona subconsciously remarked, "As expected, as long as there are enough benefits, anything is negotiable."

Kim Tae-yeon and Jessica Jung nodded slightly, pursing their lips.

Previously, the three most popular members of their team went to talk to Kim Young-min, but they only reached an agreement on the brand restaurant, and they didn't budge on the personal studio issue at all.

They had already given up on this idea and were thinking of other ways, but unexpectedly, Chen Yan negotiated it in one go.

Ultimately, it comes down to the amount of power behind it and the magnitude of the benefits it can bring.

However, Yoona only made a subconscious remark, and immediately adjusted her mindset afterward.

The same applies to Kim Tae-yeon and Jessica Jung.

After all, two of the three were reborn individuals, and the other had been a trainee and debuted for a total of thirteen years. How could they not see through such a simple matter?

"I can't get involved in the specific negotiations; you'll have to handle that yourselves, Nuna."

"Got it~"

Kim Tae-yeon nodded gently, her eyes filled with tenderness as she looked at the man in front of her.

The man has already paved the way for them. If they still can't reach an agreement, then their rebirth will have been in vain.

She didn't say thank you to Chen Yan either; given their relationship, saying such a thing would be an insult to it.

Yoona, standing next to him, did the same, simply smiling gently at the man without saying a word.

Chen Yan understood their thoughts and returned a knowing smile.

Only Jessica Jung seemed to react a bit too strongly; her lips were tightly pursed, and her eyes, as she looked at Chen Yan, were filled with tenderness that was almost overflowing.

Seeing this, Chen Yan smiled at her and said, "So touched, Nuna? Will I get some kind of reward?"

Jessica Jung didn't reply immediately. She met his gaze for two seconds with her watery eyes, and then suddenly smiled.

"There should definitely be a reward."

As she spoke, her watery eyes looked past Chen Yan and towards a spot not far behind him, her pink lips slightly pursed.

"How about we get in the car?"

Chen Yan was stunned for a moment.

Kim Tae-yeon and Im Yoon-ah, who were standing next to her, were also stunned.

Jessica Jung maintained her smile, her eyes fixed on the white BMW sports car.

"Although the space isn't large, it seems to be just right for my height."

Chen Yan opened his mouth slightly, but before he could reply, Kim Tae-yeon and Im Yoon-ah burst out.

"Hey! Jessica Jung!"

"Hey! Unnie!"

Kim Tae-yeon pouted. How dare this woman say such things to Chen Yan right in front of her?

She hasn't even tried it herself yet.

Yoona had the same expression.

How dare this unnie say such a thing? That's the car she bought, she paid for it herself! How dare she say such a thing to her face?

She hasn't even tried it herself yet.

This Zheng Laosi needs to be taught a lesson; he's disrespectful and lawless.

The two exchanged a glance, nodded, and then pulled Jessica Jung, who had been startled by their shouting, away.

Behind him, Chen Yan, whose mouth was dry, swallowed hard as he watched Kim Tae-yeon and the other two disappear into the slowly closing elevator doors.

A moment later, a look of deep sorrow appeared on his face.

Nuna, are you confused?!

How could you say something like that in front of Taeyeon and Yoona!
You should have messaged me privately!

Chen Yan stood there, wanting to cry but unable to.

(End of this chapter)