Chapter 11

Yin Xian's parents returned to Korea, a place they hadn't been to in a year, on the earliest flight from Beijing to Seoul the next day. However, their first stop wasn't home, but directly to the hospital.

Yin Xian let his parents into the ward, while he and Kim Hongsu stayed outside the ward to avoid the awkward situation.

"Xian, are you interested in acting in TV dramas or something like that?" Kim Hongsu felt the atmosphere was particularly awkward, so he tried to find a topic to ease the tension.

"I don't have the acting skills like you. You're really flattering me." Even though Yin Xian wasn't interested in the entertainment industry, he knew about Kim Hongsu's debut in TV dramas with his sister, Kim Taehee.

"Acting isn't that difficult. This year, my sister might star in a movie. I've read the script, and it's pretty good. Do you want me to talk to her and see if she can recommend you for an audition?" Kim Hongsu looked at Yin Xian up and down, speaking with some seriousness.

"Bro, please spare me." Yin Xian quickly begged off, "Let's talk about this after I graduate."

"Actually, I think you have a good image now, and you manage your body well. Do you have abs?" Kim Hongsu saw that Yin Xian wasn't completely against the idea, so he became more interested.

"I do have them." Yin Xian had never stopped exercising, so he was quite confident about this.

"That's good. Hmm, your eyes are a bit wide-set, so you might consider a slight eye lift... But it's not a big deal, it gives you a bit of a fierce look. And with some makeup, it can have the same effect." Kim Hongsu evaluated Yin Xian like a talent agent.

Yin Xian felt it would be better to face the awkward situation with his parents inside the ward.

"Your shoulders are a bit narrow..." Kim Hongsu continued his evaluation.

"Bro, do you want some water? I can go buy a bottle?" Yin Xian tried to interrupt Kim Hongsu's train of thought.

"Xian, seriously, I think you could become famous. And because of my sister's incident, you already have some recognition among the public. Take this opportunity and go all out. I really believe in you!" Kim Hongsu, familiar with Yin Xian's tactics, was not swayed and continued his pitch.

"Bro, are you planning to become a talent agent?" Yin Xian was speechless.

"What are you talking about! I'm doing this for your own good!" Kim Hongsu was a bit angry.

"Bro, don't be mad. I know you mean well." Yin Xian felt a bit embarrassed seeing Kim Hongsu angry, "I plan to finish my studies first, and after graduation, I'll see if I want to pursue a master's degree..."

"You want to do a master's degree? Are you really planning to be a scholar? That would be a waste of your talent." Kim Hongsu said with a hint of regret, but he didn't push further, knowing that in Korea, the status of a scholar far outweighs that of an entertainer.

"By the time I finish my master's, there won't be any conflict between studying and working. We'll see then." Yin Xian said somewhat vaguely.

Hearing this, Kim Hongsu patted Yin Xian's shoulder with some relief.

Kim Taehee was currently in the ward, enduring the questioning from Yin Zhihui's parents. Kim Hongsu and Yin Xian, feeling awkward, stayed outside the ward, chatting in the hallway. Suddenly, they saw a few flashes.

"What's going on?" Yin Xian was a bit confused.

"Probably some of my sister's fans. It's nothing, ignore them." Kim Hongsu, used to such situations, remained calm.

"By the way, bro, you're a star now, but why have I never seen any fans following you or asking for autographs?" Yin Xian was puzzled.

"That's because... every time I see you, it's with my sister. With her around, who would want my autograph or take my picture!" Kim Hongsu grumbled.

Hearing this, Yin Xian couldn't help but laugh. The flashbulbs went off again.

"If they spread a rumor that you're the father of my sister's child, what would you do?" Yin Xian suddenly thought of a potentially hilarious scenario.

"You say that..." Kim Hongsu seemed to be reminded of something, and his expression stiffened.

"I think you should hold a press conference." Yin Xian found the idea increasingly plausible and couldn't help but laugh.

"What are you laughing about? Do you really want to be my brother-in-law?" Kim Hongsu was a bit frantic.

"What's wrong with my sister? What makes her unworthy of you?" Yin Xian countered.

"I like younger girls." After a long pause, Kim Hongsu finally managed to say.

The pointless conversation sparked by the flashbulbs ended there. Meanwhile, Yin Xian's parents' interrogation of their daughter was coming to an end. Seeing Kim Taehee, who looked like she had been through an ordeal, walk out of the ward with his parents, Yin Xian suddenly felt a strong sense of guilt and impulsively hugged Kim Taehee, patting her back.

This was the first time Yin Xian had shown such physical affection to Kim Taehee, which made her a bit surprised.

On the side, Kim Hongsu, seeing this, reacted like a spooked cat, pulling Yin Xian to the side and standing between his sister and Yin Xian, his eyes filled with suspicion. This guy, he wouldn't be thinking of becoming his brother-in-law, would he...

Since receiving the call from his parents, Yin Xian had arranged for Li Zhiyan to find a housekeeping service to clean the house that had been unoccupied for a year. When Yin Xian drove his parents home, the house was already spotless. Li Zhiyan greeted the elders and left after they entered the house, leaving Yin Xian to face his parents alone.

"Why didn't you tell us earlier?" As soon as Li Zhiyan closed the door, his father's question rang out.

Yin Xian immediately sat up straight and answered seriously, "Because of my sister."

"Is she crazy, and you're following her madness?" His father's anger finally erupted.

"If I had told you, you definitely wouldn't have allowed the child to be born. But my sister insisted on having the child. The conclusion is simple: you and Mother would drive her crazy, or she would completely cut ties with the family." Yin Xian said calmly, "I only have one sister, and I don't want to lose her."

"You're so good to your sister, but aren't you afraid of driving me and your mother crazy?"

"You're just saying that to make me feel guilty. But I'm being honest." Yin Xian remained calm.

Yin Xian's composure gradually calmed his father's anger.

The atmosphere in the house became extremely awkward.

"Seeing how close you and your sister are, I'm very happy." His mother, seeing the heavy atmosphere, interjected. This was the first time in Yin Xian's memory that his mother had spoken up during a conversation between him and his father.

"When I was very young, my sister said something to me that I've never forgotten. Since then, I've never had a reason to be anything but good to her." Yin Xian looked at his mother, speaking sincerely.

"Oh? What did she say?" His mother was curious.

"It's a bit embarrassing to say, but I was very moved. I can remember it for a lifetime." Yin Xian smiled, not giving a direct answer.

Seeing that Yin Xian didn't want to say, his mother didn't press further, but her mood improved.

"Have you thought of a name for the child?" His father, seeing his mother's attitude, decided not to push further.

"My sister suggested that you choose the name."

"What will the child's surname be?"

"According to my sister, if it's a girl, she will take her surname; if it's a boy, he will take mine." Yin Xian relayed his sister's words truthfully.

"..." His father was speechless, "You understand what I mean."

"I understand, but I think you also understand my sister's meaning." Yin Xian remained respectful but firm.

"Let's call her Yin Xiaozhi." His father thought for a moment, "I hope she can be a good daughter to the mother who went through so much to give birth to her."

Yin Xian nodded, indicating that he had noted it down.

Then, the father and son talked about Yin Xian's studies and life, and Yin Xian was eventually dismissed from the house.

Leaving home, Yin Xian immediately drove back to the hospital, calling Li Zhiyan on the way to express his gratitude.

"What did Dad say?" Although Yin Zhihui had been calm, she couldn't wait to ask as soon as her brother pushed open the door.

"The child's name is Yin Xiaozhi. Dad hopes the child will grow up to be good to you." Yin Xian said with a hint of relief.

Hearing this, Yin Zhihui couldn't hold back her tears...

Since it was a natural birth, Yin Zhihui was quickly discharged from the hospital. Kim Taehee, who had been taking care of her for the past few months, finally returned to her film career. The kind of baseless rumors that Yin Xian had worried about didn't materialize, but Kim Hongsu still took the initiative to recognize Yin Xiaozhi as his daughter.

Yin Xian's father didn't plan to give up his job in China, so he flew back to Beijing, while his mother stayed to take care of her granddaughter.

As for Yin Xian, he returned to school to continue his life as a popular student.

One day, Yin Xian, as usual, went for a run in the morning and then went to school.

On his way to school, his phone suddenly rang.

Yin Xian opened his phone and saw a message from an unknown number.

- Uncle, it's Lin Yoon-a. Do you remember me?

Yin Xian was taken aback, and the image of the cheerful girl came to mind. Although it had been a while since they last met, her eyes were still clear in his memory, and he couldn't help but smile.

- Oh, Yoon-a ah, hello. What's up?

- Uncle, I haven't seen you in a long time. Didn't you come to the audition anymore?

- I told you, I was just accompanying a friend. My main job is being a student!

- Uncle, which school are you studying at? Is it a graduate school?

- I'm a sophomore this year! And do I look that old?

- A sophomore? Uncle, are you studying at S University?

- Huh, did I tell you that? Did I forget, or did you forget...

- Do you know Senior Kim Taehee?

- Well, if you're talking about the person who looks like me in the news, that's me.

- Ah! Uncle! Is it really you? When I saw the news, I thought it looked a bit like you, but I wasn't sure! When did you become so handsome?

- How did you get my phone number?

- After you didn't come to the audition last year, I found it strange. I asked your friend and got your number from her.

- Last year... and you're contacting me now?

- Uncle, don't you know that a girl like me has to be reserved? Reserved!

- Why are you contacting me today?

- I have a big audition at K Entertainment today, and I'm a bit nervous, so I thought of you.

- Big? How big?

- It's said that Senior Ha Ji-won is almost confirmed for the lead role! I really want to learn from her!

- Do you think you can do it? By the way, doesn't S.M. Entertainment have more reliable actors? Why do I always see you around?

- Uncle, I'm angry!

- Yoon-a, listen to me, practice your singing and dancing more. Acting might not be your strong suit!

Then, Yin Xian didn't receive any more messages from Lin Yoon-a.

She probably isn't nervous anymore, Yin Xian thought.

He then called Quan Baolan.

"Baolan, are you up yet?" Yin Xian was completely informal with Quan Baolan and Li Zhiyan.

"I'm already at the K Entertainment audition site. Do you think I'm up or not!" Quan Baolan was a bit angry.

"K Entertainment? Is it the drama with Ha Ji-won?" Yin Xian's eyes twitched.

"Is it? I only heard that Ha Ji-won might be auditioning. Who told you? Taehee?" Quan Baolan was surprised.

"It's Lin Yoon-a." Yin Xian explained.

"Lin Yoon-a? Who... Oh! The S.M. trainee, right? Hey, Yin Xian, I'm warning you, don't do anything to hurt Zhiyan! Or I'll make you a eunuch!" Quan Baolan's voice was full of threats.

"What are you talking about! Lin Yoon-a just texted me for the first time today. You gave her my number, right? And what does this have to do with Zhiyan?"

"When I gave her the number, you and Zhiyan weren't together yet! If I had known, I wouldn't have given it to her!"

"… I'm not with Zhiyan yet, okay!"

"Who said that! Zhiyan doesn't even pay attention to the guys following her around. She's completely in love with you. The other day, I complained about you to her, and she threw a pillow at me." Quan Baolan sounded a bit hurt.

"… You… are you kidding?"

"Why would I lie? And why did you call me?"

"I just wanted to see if you were at the audition. I was going to ask you to take care of Lin Yoon-a, but I guess I won't."

"Great! Yin Xian! You really did something to Zhiyan! I'll find you after the audition!" Quan Baolan, now furious, hung up the phone.

Yin Xian awkwardly put his phone away but couldn't ignore what Quan Baolan had said.

Being liked by a beauty like Li Zhiyan... This was the first time in 50 years! It felt a bit proud, didn't it?

Oh no, that's not right! She's a friend! A friend! Although she's a year older, I don't mind dating an older girl...

No! Friend! Just a friend!