Peninsula: 72 Hours of Blind Dates

Wu Haiyuan ate very slowly.

At first, Wu Zhiyuan thought that Wu Haiyuan was saving money for her and letting Wu Haiyuan eat as much as she wanted, showing off her wealth and power as the older sister.

I even felt a little guilty.

Thinking that she had been working for about three years, she realized that she had never treated Wu Haiyuan to a good meal, and Wu Haiyuan had never asked her for pocket money. She felt that she was being a bad older sister.

They ordered two more portions of beef ribs and chuck, but instead of asking the waiter to grill them for them, Wu Zhiyuan personally picked up the grilled meat and put it into Wu Haiyuan's bowl as soon as it was cooked, saying, "You're at the age where you're growing, so eating beef won't make you fat, and it'll also give you more nutrition, so eat more."

Wu Haiyuan asked, "Why are you so concerned about me today, Unnie?"

Wu Zhiyuan said, "I'm your older sister. If I don't care about you, who will?"

Then Wu Haiyuan asked, "Did you see Han Hee-joon before you came to see me, unnie?"

Upon hearing Han Xijun's name being brought up, Wu Zhiyuan asked in confusion, "Why do you ask that?"

"No, last time Unnie said she would celebrate my coming-of-age ceremony, but before she came to see me, she went to Kakao Group to see Han Hee-joon first. I really don't understand why Unnie would go to see Han Hee-joon."

Wu Zhiyuan explained, "I was just thinking of stopping by Seoul to bring my brother-in-law some local specialties from Icheon. But when I got there, I realized I almost ruined your plans. Luckily, I went."

"That's where I have to talk to you. I heard from my brother-in-law that he was worried he would be rejected if he confessed to you. Wu Haiyuan, did you really think about rejecting him?" Wu Haiyuan nodded and said, "I've always thought about rejecting him."

Why?

"What? Why? Unnie, I'm the leader of a newly debuted idol group. If reporters expose that I'm dating, wouldn't that be the end of me? Not only might my personal idol career end prematurely, but it would also affect the other members. Idols aren't allowed to date."

Wu Zhiyuan waved his hands repeatedly to interrupt, saying, "Who said that? Idols are people too. What do you mean by saying that the people I love are all the fans? Who knows how many relationships the person who said that has been in?

"We have a relative in our company who's also an idol, from SM Entertainment. SM is a big company, right? He told us that SM encourages celebrities to date other idols in the company. Isn't JYP Entertainment the same?"

Wu Haiyuan remained calm.

She had heard similar rumors.

JYP Entertainment only has a rule prohibiting dating.

Wu Haiyuan suddenly realized why the members were "acting" and pretending not to know anything.

They were worried about "exposing" their secret relationship with Han Hee-joon in front of company employees or other people.

So she simply brainwashed herself, repeatedly telling herself from the beginning that she knew nothing about her relationship with Han Xijun, and perhaps even that she didn't know who Han Xijun was.

That way, even if any rumors spread within the company, the members can still cover for themselves with their brainwashed willpower when questioned. It's amazing.

The members really sacrificed so much for themselves.

"Unnie, could we pack some Korean beef to take back for the members to eat later?"

Wu Zhiyuan paused for two seconds and said, "Sure, of course you can. The members always take good care of you, you should treat them to something nice."

Wu Haiyuan shook his head happily.

Wu Zhiyuan didn't know what he was happy about, but seeing Wu Haiyuan shaking his head, he started shaking along with him.

sizzle.

The sizzling sound of grilled meat and the aroma of Korean beef wafting through the air—isn't this the kind of life we ​​strive for?

the other side.

Gangwonbuk-do, Tongcheon County.

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to call it a clan residence.

Although the complex was completed ten years ago, its overall style leans towards the ancient style seen in TV dramas. The burly young security guard, dressed in a black suit and wearing a communication headset, was completely out of place with the architectural style.

Amidst this contrast, Han Xijun and Zhang Yuanying walked through the courtyard, past rockeries, bridges, and streams, and finally through a long corridor and archway to the villa where the party would be held that night.

Fortunately, there were no requirements regarding clothing.

People in high society really do have a different way of doing things.

It would be much more interesting to dress the women attending the party tonight in "gisaeng" clothes, instead of the traditional clothes of the yangban aristocracy.

A dazzling display of beauty is a common sight at any party.

I thought Zhang Yuanying was already quite eye-catching in her white evening gown.

Upon arriving at the villa, Han Xijun realized that Zhang Yuanying had chosen an evening gown that best suited her age, a style that leaned towards innocence and youthfulness.

A glance around the villa revealed that the other women, dressed in evening gowns and carrying wine glasses, were all going for a sexy look.

Sure enough, in men's eyes, cuteness and innocence are worthless compared to sexiness and allure.

Zhang Yuanying followed closely beside Han Xijun and said in a low voice, "The one on the right is Miss Zhen from last year, who also represented H country in the global beauty pageant."

"That one on the left is an actress, you don't not know her, do you? A top actress." "That senior actress is here too."

Han Hee-joon was not interested in the women present.

He was searching for Chairman Jung of the Hyundai-Kia Group, the star of tonight's party.

"Someone is coming."

Upon hearing the reminder, Han Xijun slowed down.

A bespectacled man I'd never met before walked over, carrying a wine glass.

"Hello, Team Leader Han Xijun."

Han Xijun nodded in response: "Hello."

The man glanced at Zhang Yuanying, but only glanced at her, before taking out a business card and handing it to Han Xijun.

Han Xijun took the business card and looked at it; it belonged to the chairman of a certain conglomerate.

He didn't bring his business cards and apologized, saying, "I'm sorry, I didn't bring my business cards."

The chairman, maintaining a smile, said, "It's alright, feel free to give me your business card next time we meet. It's a pleasure to meet you." Another person approached and greeted, "This must be Group Leader Han Xijun."

"Hello"

I repeatedly accepted his business card and repeatedly apologized.

After dealing with one round, Han Xijun frowned, looking somewhat exhausted.

Zhang Yuanying asked, "Is this your first time attending a party like this?"

Han Xijun said, "Yes."

"You don't like it?"

"Do you like it?"

"No, but these kinds of parties are important; they're where resources are allocated."

His tone was somewhat forlorn.

Han Xijun asked, "Are you disappointed that no one greeted you?"

Zhang Yuanying replied honestly, "Yes, the people who came over to greet you just now are all people with resources. If I could get to know them, I might leave a good impression and more resources would come my way in the future." Han Xijun was shocked by Zhang Yuanying's honesty.

She never pretended in front of herself, at least not in front of herself.

Unlike when facing other people, I always carefully manage my expressions and demeanor.

There is a contrast.

Perhaps after getting to know them, you'll find that Zhang Yuanying is also a very easygoing and interesting person.

"Chairman Jung is over there."

Han Xijun followed the direction Zhang Yuanying pointed and locked onto Chairman Zheng.

I also saw Chairman Lee of the S Group standing with Chairman Zheng.

Those slogans that claim that chairman of a conglomerate is busy working all day long are just empty slogans.

Beside them stood two women who looked familiar to Han Xijun; they were likely celebrities.