Chapter 73

Zheng Junhe's "Young Chicken Boiled" quickly came to an end, and following it was Park Myung-soo and Jessica's "Naengmyeon." To be honest, Park Jiho put a lot of effort into "Naengmyeon." From the arrangement to the lyrics, it was clear how much Park Jiho had put his heart into it!

However, what left Park Jiho speechless was that as soon as they started, Park Myung-soo completely forgot his lines, probably due to nervousness. Laughter erupted in the waiting room, and Park Jiho, embarrassed, covered his face with a fan!

Fortunately, Park Myung-soo eventually calmed down and finished singing "Naengmyeon." After the performance, Yoo Jae-suk asked Park Jiho how he felt. Park Jiho smiled and said, "I think Jessica sang really well!"

"What about Park Myung-soo?" Yoo Jae-suk continued to ask.

"Ah... Isn't 'Naengmyeon' Sica's solo?" Park Jiho replied with surprise!

This cute surprise made all the artists in the waiting room laugh! The next performances were "Senorita" by Junjin and Lee Jung-hyun, "Three Pork Faces" by Jung Hae-in and Epik High, and the finale was "Let's Dance" by Yoo Jae-suk, Tiger JK, and Yoon Mirae!

After all the performances, the grand prize went to Yoo Jae-suk, Tiger JK, and Yoon Mirae's "Let's Dance," earning them the chance to perform on MBC's "Music Center." The first prize went to Junjin and Lee Jung-hyun's "Senorita," who received a voucher for a Jeju Island resort, though the voucher was peculiar as it could only be used on a rainy day! Who would go to Jeju Island on a rainy day?

The second prize went to Jung Hae-in and Epik High's "Three Pork Faces," and the prize was a mosquito repellent bracelet, which left Jung Hae-in quite unhappy. He repeatedly asked Yoo Jae-suk why the second prize was so different from the first, one being a voucher for a Jeju Island resort and the other a mosquito repellent bracelet. Yoo Jae-suk smiled and told Jung Hae-in that due to the lack of sponsors, the prizes could only start from the first prize.

The third prize went to Roh Hong-je and NoBrain's "Heatstroke Seagull," and the prize was a fruit basket, which Jung Hae-in later traded for the mosquito repellent bracelet, thinking the fruit basket at least could be eaten.

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Around 3 PM, the Olympic Park Avenue Song Festival of "Infinite Challenge" came to a successful end. As they were leaving, Park Myung-soo kept apologizing to Park Jiho, saying he didn't perform well, and if he had, Park Jiho's "Naengmyeon" could have won the grand prize. Park Jiho chuckled and said, "Brother... you did great. Really... even though we didn't win the grand prize, didn't you say 'Infinite Challenge' will release the sound source? Who knows, 'Naengmyeon' might top the charts!"

Knowing Park Jiho was joking, it was impossible for a variety show song to top the charts, so Park Myung-soo also smiled and said, "I hope so."

However, what neither of them expected was that their jest would soon become reality!

Suddenly, Park Jiho's phone rang. He answered and heard Park Jiyeon's voice: "OPPA, this is my phone number, remember to call me!"

Hearing the little one's voice, Park Jiho chuckled. Indeed, Park Jiyeon had called him herself. At noon, Park Jiho had noticed Park Jiyeon constantly playing with her phone, and he wanted to find a way to get closer to her. He thought of the iPhone 3GS, which was almost non-existent in Korea at the time and had to be purchased from the U.S., so Park Jiyeon definitely didn't have one. For a phone enthusiast like Park Jiyeon, the iPhone 3GS was irresistibly attractive!

So, Park Jiho deliberately mentioned the iPhone 3GS near Park Jiyeon, and it immediately caught her attention. Already having a good impression of Park Jiho, Park Jiyeon immediately believed him and asked him to buy one for her, offering to pay in installments. However, Park Jiho generously refused to let her pay, making Park Jiyeon cheerfully shout "Hooray!" for Park Jiho. What Park Jiyeon didn't know was that Park Jiho was lying; he had no way to get an iPhone 3GS and had only remembered it from a quick online search, using his exceptional memory. Park Jiho himself used a domestic 2G phone! (Not because he couldn't, but to save money at first)

Now, receiving Park Jiyeon's call, Park Jiho chuckled and then turned to Park Myung-soo, asking nervously, "Brother... do you know where I can get an iPhone 3GS from the U.S.?"

"iPhone 3GS?" Park Myung-soo was taken aback for a moment before exclaiming, "You mean a phone? Ah... Jiho, why not use a Samsung phone? Remember to use it secretly. For U.S. purchases, find Junho; he has the connections."

Hearing that Junho had connections, Park Jiho immediately perked up and said, "Really, Junho can get an iPhone 3GS from the U.S.? I'll go find him right away!" He then ran off, leaving Park Myung-soo speechless, saying, "What's the rush? Are you a rabbit, running so fast?"

(To clarify, many people in Korea use iPhones, not just Samsung. While Samsung is popular, iPhones also have a market there.)

After talking to Junho about getting an iPhone 3GS, Junho readily agreed, much to Park Jiho's delight. Having connections was great; what he couldn't do, others could easily handle. This way, he wouldn't let his little dinosaur down, and Park Jiho was very happy!

When saying goodbye to Yoo Jae-suk, Park Jiho was asked if he was interested in appearing on "Family Outing." Yoo Jae-suk said he could also invite Park Jiyeon to "Family Outing" to allow them to interact more directly!

Yoo Jae-suk's words made Park Jiho extremely happy, and he gratefully said, "Brother Jae-suk, thank you so much!"

Seeing Park Jiho's happiness, Yoo Jae-suk smiled and said, "Aren't I your brother? As a brother, I should help my younger brother! So if you're my brother, don't say thank you!"

With a deep bow, Park Jiho finally understood why Yoo Jae-suk was known as Korea's top MC. With Yoo Jae-suk's character, it was natural for people to respect him. His genuine concern for others made people feel warm, so it would be strange if they didn't.

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