Chapter 60

PARK Ji-hoon doesn't like to eat things that others have already eaten. Perhaps it's a psychological effect, but even with his girlfriend, it took a year to reach this point. Saying this to XU Xian, his words were filled with care, and also stemmed from the guilt of the past two months.

During this time, he had come to understand XU Xian's personality; she was very averse to foods that could affect her health. However, since it was a gift from an elder, she couldn't just throw it away, so she was nibbling on it bit by bit.

Upon hearing PARK Ji-hoon's words, XU Xian hesitated for a moment before passing the cookie to him.

He popped it into his mouth and ate it in one bite.

After morning exercise, they both felt much better and returned home together.

XU Xian made two glasses of yam juice.

"How is it the same as Yoo Ri's habit?" PARK Ji-hoon muttered to himself. He didn't particularly like or dislike it, but he was just not used to the taste of yam juice. Of course, he would definitely say, "It tastes good."

"Right!" XU Xian seemed to have found a kindred spirit, and with his praise, she happily said, "I'll make yam juice for OPPA every morning from now on!"

"Sure!" PARK Ji-hoon replied with a smile.

As they were talking, the doorbell suddenly rang. They went out and saw a task card.

"What task?" After sitting back down in the living room, XU Xian eagerly leaned over to look at the task card in PARK Ji-hoon's hand. Although she was rather old-fashioned, she wasn't a dull person; on the contrary, she was quite cheerful.

PARK Ji-hoon smiled and opened the task card. After reading it, he was instantly stunned.

"Ah?" XU Xian couldn't help but let out a light exclamation, glancing at PARK Ji-hoon.

It actually asked him to accompany her to school!

"Even found so many reasons!" PARK Ji-hoon muttered softly. The task card stated that he was a national-level genius in middle and high school, and it was a great regret that he didn't go to college, so they specifically arranged for him to accompany XU Xian to school!

XU Xian's words suddenly became fewer.

"What time do you go to school?" After a moment, PARK Ji-hoon put down the task card and asked.

"Latest by 10:20," XU Xian replied.

"Then let's get ready and go." PARK Ji-hoon stood up and said.

"Okay." XU Xian also stood up.

Actually, there was nothing to prepare. The new house was only used for filming, and they couldn't really live there. However, they needed to mentally prepare themselves.

...

Dongguk University, founded by the Korean Buddhist pioneer Jogye Order, is famous for its Theater and Film Department, which cultivates celebrity artists. XU Xian was enrolled in the Theater and Film Department.

When they saw the gate of Dongguk University, PARK Ji-hoon couldn't help but squint his eyes, a strange emotion surging in his chest. Although it was his own choice, not taking the college entrance exam was a lifelong regret for him.

"Ah! It's XU Xian and PARK Ji-hoon!" A light exclamation startled him.

"Let's go." PARK Ji-hoon turned to XU Xian and said. Strangely, this naive and innocent little girl seemed to understand his thoughts, not urging him but standing quietly with him for a moment.

"Okay." XU Xian responded, lifting her schoolbag and entering the school with him.

The atmosphere inside was completely different!

The main elements were the students seen everywhere, holding books, studying under the shade, or discussing in groups, or walking hurriedly...

Their arrival was like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples.

"Huh?" Many people glanced over.

At some point, a light blush appeared on XU Xian's face, but she didn't shy away, still smiling and greeting familiar and unfamiliar classmates.

"I heard you often take photos at school!" PARK Ji-hoon suddenly said.

"If others want to take photos, I can't refuse, right?" XU Xian quickly defended herself.

"Is that so?" PARK Ji-hoon responded softly. His gaze greedily swept over everything around him, perhaps this was the so-called "lost beauty."

After entering the teaching building, he reined in this emotion.

"You look even more handsome in person than on TV!"

"You have such a manly aura!"

"Your skin is so good!"

As more girls appeared, PARK Ji-hoon received more attention. His clean and neat short hair, clear and handsome features, and strong build already placed him in the "handsome" category. As for his skin, it wasn't the kind of delicate white, but rather completely free of acne and blemishes, very clean! Half of it was due to his natural endowment, and the other half was due to good habits formed from a young age, always washing his face thoroughly with soap, never being careless.

Compared to people in society and the entertainment industry, students were still relatively simple and didn't consider factors like popularity and status. However, the looks the boys gave him weren't very friendly.

"Do I need to attend your classes too?" When they reached the classroom, PARK Ji-hoon turned his head and asked.

"Let's attend the class together!" XU Xian nodded without hesitation.

I knew it would be this result! PARK Ji-hoon smiled bitterly and followed her into the classroom.

"Huh?" A girl who was reading a book in the classroom was attracted by the commotion at the door, turned her head, and her eyes widened when she saw PARK Ji-hoon, letting out a light exclamation.

PARK Ji-hoon, a good friend of PARK Min-ja, had visited the apartment a few times, but PARK Ji-hoon was never there. So, this was the first time she saw PARK Ji-hoon in person.

"Should I greet him?" Seeing the filming, she hesitated slightly.

PARK Ji-hoon didn't recognize her, so after scanning the classroom, he reined in his gaze and put on a calm expression.

"XU Xian, hello!" Many boys didn't have PARK Ji-hoon's hesitation and rushed to greet XU Xian.

"Hello!" XU Xian, as always, spoke politely and greeted each classmate humbly.

The VJ didn't enter the classroom but filmed outside.

PARK Ji-hoon found a seat and sat down, leaving space for XU Xian and the students. He felt out of place, like a stranger intruding on a gathering of friends, and the best thing to do was to remain quiet.

"Hello, OPPA!" At this moment, a series of footsteps approached, stopping beside him, and a clear female voice sounded.

Turning his head, he saw a girl in a school uniform. She was about 1.6 meters tall, with single eyelids, small but bright eyes, a petite face, nose, and mouth, and fair skin. She wasn't very pretty, but she gave a delicate and refined impression.

At this moment, she stood beside him with poise, without any shyness.

"Hello." PARK Ji-hoon, surprised by her familiar address, looked at her and asked, "Who are you?"

"I'm PARK Min-ja's desk mate and good friend, PARK Ji-hoon!" The girl smiled and said, "Min-ja has invited me to the apartment a few times, but OPPA was never there." When she smiled, her eyes narrowed into slits, slightly curved, like two caterpillars, very cute.

"Uh!" PARK Ji-hoon couldn't help but be stunned for a moment, then extended his hand and said warmly, "Hello, PARK Ji-hoon!" This was too coincidental!

"Hee hee..." PARK Ji-hoon clearly understood PARK Ji-hoon's current feelings and lightly laughed, shaking his hand.

"If you have time, come to the apartment to play with Min-ja; she is often at home alone." PARK Ji-hoon said softly.

"Okay! Thank you, OPPA." PARK Ji-hoon nodded and echoed softly, as if in a secret meeting. She was a very open and generous girl.

XU Xian, knowing the relationship between PARK Ji-hoon and PARK Min-ja, naturally didn't mind their interaction, but the boys in the classroom couldn't help but be a bit restless. Originally, PARK Ji-hoon accompanying XU Xian to class was already enviable, and now he had "hooked up" with another popular girl in just a few minutes. Was this a setup for group ridicule?

Fortunately, PARK Ji-hoon also knew that this wasn't a good time for chitchat, so after greeting, she returned to her seat.

"He has no potential." Her new desk mate, after she sat down, said softly. In the Theater and Film Department, the possibility of entering the entertainment industry was high, and she thought PARK Ji-hoon might be a good investment or a stepping stone. There was no malice, just an objective warning, as college students were already one foot in society.

PARK Ji-hoon, after hearing this, instinctively frowned, then smiled faintly and said softly, "Who knows?" Influenced by PARK Min-ja, she instinctively disliked hearing bad things about PARK Ji-hoon.

Soon, the teacher entered and didn't find it strange to see PARK Ji-hoon. Since the program was filming, they had already informed the school.

XU Xian placed the textbook between them, sat up straight, and listened to the class with full attention!

On the contrary, PARK Ji-hoon was somewhat distracted. It wasn't that he couldn't understand, but rather that it was too simple. With over five years of preparation, he was well-versed in various theoretical knowledge!

Attending classes, after-class, watching XU Xian sign autographs for boys, going to the school cafeteria for lunch... they spent half a day in college life.

In the afternoon, after school, it was still early, so they deliberately wandered around the streets and bought some ingredients. As a reward for accompanying her to class, XU Xian promised to make him a big bowl of doenjang jjigae (Korean soybean paste stew) for dinner.

"Is there a fortune teller over there? Do you want to go and see?" PARK Ji-hoon suddenly stopped and asked XU Xian.

"Sure!" XU Xian wasn't particularly interested in fortune-telling, but she didn't object.

In Korea, feng shui is taken very seriously, and many government officials, wealthy merchants, and even large families pay special attention to it! This has led to the prosperity of the fortune-teller profession, and many artists change their stage names based on the advice of fortune tellers.

"Hello, both of you." A refined middle-aged man, without flashy clothing or a beard, clean and tidy, like a teacher.

"Hello." PARK Ji-hoon and XU Xian greeted and explained their purpose.

"Miss XU Xian, you have a round chin, a full forehead, and a good philtrum, which indicates wealth and prosperity. From your face, you appear kind-hearted, intelligent, and honest, and you complete tasks from start to finish..." The fortune teller first summarized XU Xian's face, and his character analysis was accurate.

"Um—" After listening, XU Xian nodded and asked, "What about him?"

PARK Ji-hoon looked at her in surprise, seeing that she seemed unaware, then turned to the fortune teller. She used a casual tone.

"Mr. PARK Ji-hoon, with his clear eyebrows and phoenix eyes, is truly noble!" The fortune teller said after a moment of thought.

"Noble?" Although PARK Ji-hoon didn't say it, a faint smile appeared on his lips. His life had nothing to do with "nobility."

"Mr. PARK Ji-hoon's nose is arrow-shaped from top to bottom, and his lips are tightly closed, indicating a strong and ambitious personality. However, this conflicts with his eyebrows and eyes, so his life will be bumpy before the age of 30." The fortune teller continued, perhaps seeing his subtle expression change or genuinely perceiving it, "This year will be a turning point in your life!"