Chapter 220: “hey Lin Yoona, I’m Gonna Kill You!!!”
July 2013.
At noon, in a newly opened shopping mall somewhere in Busan on the Peninsula, the hot atmosphere almost filled the air at the scene with restlessness.
Whether it was the periphery of the shopping mall or the railings upstairs, they were all packed full, and the entire scene seemed to be making final preparations for the upcoming Girls’ Generation fansign event.
On the central stage of the shopping mall, a huge LED screen flashed with Girls’ Generation’s promotional poster, and colorful lighting projected onto the stage, adding a dazzling atmosphere to the venue.
And with a crisp announcement from the host, the clamor at the scene gradually subsided, and the fans’ tense and excited gazes all focused on the stage.
“Hello everyone, welcome to Girls’ Generation’s fansign event. Today’s activity will definitely make everyone shout with satisfaction.”
The host’s voice was clearly transmitted to every corner through the audio equipment.
Then, amid intense applause and cheers, the members of Girls’ Generation finally took the stage.
Because it was a fansign event, everyone wasn’t wearing stage outfits, but instead went on stage in their normal casual clothes as suggested by the team’s stylist.
As captain, Kim Tae Yeon led the way first, followed closely by Jung Soo Yeon, Lin Xiaolu, Sunny, and others.
Everyone smiled and waved to the fans while quickly heading to the fansign table.
And as they took the stage, the atmosphere at the scene reached a climax. As the host enthusiastically introduced each member’s name, the screams from the fans below rose and fell one after another.
A few minutes later, the fansign event officially began.
Looking at the long line of figures, each holding their own albums and posters, their excited moods were evident on their faces.
All the fans clearly cherished this opportunity to get close to their idols. At the same time, as they came to the fansign table one after another, the Girls’ Generation members patiently signed their names on the posters and albums.
They also chatted a few words with the fans from time to time, leaving warm smiles and kind greetings.
In this process, an excited girl came in front of Lin Xiaolu. She was almost jumping up, her eyes sparkling with excited glow.
“Yoona unnie, I really like you so much. When The Heirs《 starring you》 airs, this drama will definitely be a hit. By then, you’ll surely win Best Actress.”
As soon as she finished speaking, the surrounding fans nodded one after another.
Only Lin Xiaolu smiled with some trepidation in her heart, but she didn’t forget to reply, “Um, thank you for liking me, but let’s talk about that after the TV series airs. Let’s chat about something else.”
At this point, her tone paused, and she looked at the female fan in front of her with some amusement, staring at the clothes on her body. “For example, you’re wearing a school uniform. How did you manage to come out to our fansign event today?”
Middle school uniform—Lin Xiaolu could tell at a glance that the other had sneaked out.
So in the next two minutes, this little girl was given a thorough lesson in thought education by Lin Xiaolu, until her little face was flushed red.
Only then did Lin Xiaolu smile, stand up, hug her, and finally softly instruct, “Study hard, okay.”
The girl hadn’t expected such a benefit and was instantly ecstatic, nodding vigorously. “Um, I got it, unnie. I won’t skip class next time.”
After this girl, many fans behind also said similar things, each blessing Lin Xiaolu’s new drama to explode in popularity.
At this time, Choi Soo Young and Seo Hyun standing nearby couldn’t help but exchange a glance; both had some complex emotions in their hearts.
Although they were also members of Girls’ Generation, this recognition and popularity in the entertainment industry was clearly more concentrated on Lin Xiaolu.
Especially the unbroadcast freshness of The Heirs《》, which elevated Lin Xiaolu’s influence to a new high compared to her previous popularity.
And during the subsequent fansign event time, the fans’ enthusiasm didn’t subside because of this; instead, it became even more fervent.
As the fansign event progressed, more and more fans gathered around Girls’ Generation, one after another, until the end of the fansign event.
Even after the fansign event ended, the atmosphere in the shopping mall still carried a lingering heat.
As the event officially concluded, the fans left satisfied, each carrying their signed albums and posters, leaving the shopping mall with smiles on their faces.
And after signing continuously for two hours, the Girls’ Generation members finally slowly walked back to backstage, breathing a sigh of relief—they could rest.
During the break, laughter rang out in the backstage as everyone discussed the interesting fans they met at the scene and various little episodes from the fansign event.
“That girl was so cute, sneaking out in her school uniform, hahaha!”
Sunny said with a smile, “She seemed a bit nervous when Yoona scolded her, almost couldn’t speak.”
“Yoona knew to persuade her to study in a roundabout way instead of blaming her—that’s impressive.”
Jung Soo Yeon added, her tone revealing a hint of amusement.
Just as everyone was laughing and chatting, Choi Soo Young next door suddenly stopped her chat topic with Tiffany and cast her gaze toward Lin Xiaolu standing not far away.
Then she cleared her throat slightly and spoke in a somewhat casual yet complex tone. “By the way, Yoona, I kept hearing fans at the fansign say that your The Heirs《》 has already started preparation. When are you starting filming?”
Lin Xiaolu was momentarily stunned, then showed a faint smile, her gaze toward Choi Soo Young also somewhat subtle.
“Um, the specific filming time hasn’t been confirmed yet. I’m not very clear either. Right now, it’s just notifications from the film crew side; we’re still just reviewing the script.”
Choi Soo Young nodded slightly, a smile on her lips, but her eyes seemed to faintly reveal an indecipherable emotion.
“That’s great, getting a script from writer Kim Eun Sook. It hasn’t even aired yet, and the popularity is already so high.”
“Unnie, don’t say that.” Lin Xiaolu smiled slightly and waved her hand gently.
“By the way, Yoona, who introduced this script to you? That small tavern’s boss?”
“?”
When this was mentioned, Lin Xiaolu and Jung Soo Yeon both stopped talking and turned to look at Choi Soo Young.
And Kim Tae Yeon standing nearby caught sight of this and keenly sensed the change in atmosphere.
So she sighed inwardly, quickly stood up, and smiled to break the subtle tension.
“Alright, everyone worked hard. Tonight after we return to Seoul, we don’t have to rehearse, but tomorrow we still need to continue rehearsing. After all, the Taipei concert tour is right around the corner, and we have many stages to practice.” Kim Tae Yeon’s voice rang out, easily redirecting everyone’s attention.
Sunny responded first, “Really? That’s great. I’m going back to sleep well later and play my game.”
“I need to catch up on sleep too.”
“Ah, another concert tour, so tiring.”
Then the other members also shifted their attention one after another, starting to discuss the upcoming Taipei concert tour and rehearsal arrangements.
Although everyone had smiles on their lips, their eyes couldn’t help but reveal some tacit emotions.
Everyone knew that the subtle shift in those words just now wasn’t accidental, but rather some inner imbalance beginning to surface.
But at this subtle moment, a pleasant laugh suddenly rang out.
“Yoona, did you see? So many people below were wearing the styles I designed, hahaha. I told you long ago, as a designer, I’ve already gained some status in the fashion world.”
“Those are knockoffs, unnie~” Lin Xiaolu replied.
Jung Soo Yeon, sitting on the sofa with her legs crossed, had a relaxed smile on her face.
“No problem, I’m happy to let them wear knockoffs anyway. As long as they’re happy. Do you know what my favorite feeling is? It’s when others want to make money but don’t dare to act, afraid I’ll sue them, and in the end can only watch the money slip through their fingers.”
After saying this, she seemed to feel it wasn’t stimulating enough and pulled Lin Xiaolu into it.
“By the way, has Eun-jung already secured that female supporting role? I heard that female supporting role has even more scenes than the external female lead.”
Lin Xiaolu froze for a moment and subconsciously steadied her head without looking toward Choi Soo Young.
But she gave Jung Soo Yeon a somewhat helpless and amused look, then nodded lightly. “Um, I heard it’s down to the final negotiations; should be no problem.”
“Um~ That’s great. Then you two can commute to work together.” Jung Soo Yeon’s tone carried a meaningful teasing.
Choi Soo Young was stunned upon hearing this, her eyes widening slightly.
The same went for two or three other figures nearby. Everyone heard Jung Soo Yeon’s two remarks, and their content and information were quite hard for them to accept.
……
Afternoon, approaching evening.
After returning to Seoul, Lin Xiaolu, who had driven herself here, could now drive back by herself.
Jung Soo Yeon directly said she wanted a ride, and Sunny glanced around before raising her hand to request a seat.
On the way to the parking lot, Jung Soo Yeon unceremoniously glanced at Sunny and smiled. “Sunny, aren’t you afraid we’ll become the ‘small team’ in others’ mouths?”
Sunny smiled slightly upon hearing this. “If I don’t join, then you and Yoona really would be a small team.”
This made Jung Soo Yeon pause for a moment, realizing that Sunny had joined precisely for this reason, smoothly becoming the “lubricant” and buffer in their team.
Thinking of this, Jung Soo Yeon gave her a deep look. “Why do you always play the nice guy?”
Sunny walking beside her looked helpless at this increasingly unrestrained Jung Soo Yeon after hearing this. “Soo Yeon, what’s up with you lately? I feel like you’ve changed, getting more aggressive.”
“What change? I’m just too lazy to pretend anymore. Pretending back and forth, you’ll still get stabbed in the back. Why not just let loose?”
Jung Soo Yeon carried her bag and answered without hesitation, even while walking in the airport interior.
“Unnie, you letting loose is your thing, don’t drag me down. I’ve been thoroughly drenched; I could have pretended not to know, this is so awkward.”
On the other side, Lin Xiaolu, who was chatting with Sulli about messages, suddenly looked up and gave Jung Soo Yeon a somewhat annoyed look.
However, Jung Soo Yeon said indifferently, “What’s that for? I’m speaking up for you. Didn’t you see Choi Soo Young almost pointing at your nose saying you’re climbing high branches? I just took a roundabout shot at them, and now you’re saying I’m wrong? I’m a bit heartbroken, Yoona.”
Sunny beside her was stunned, unable to believe Jung Soo Yeon had directly said out loud what everyone tacitly understood.
And with her right here?
What was this? Had she been dragged into the car too?
She had just wanted to join to make up the numbers.
While Sunny was lost in thought, the three arrived at Lin Xiaolu’s car, got in one after another, started the car, and headed straight to Seoul.
“Unnies, do you have places to go? Tell me in advance, don’t make me drop you off and have to turn back.”
Lin Xiaolu asked while driving.
Hearing this, Sunny immediately said, “Drop me at Mapo District. A friend opened a game hall there; I’ll go play around.”
Sunny’s words reminded Jung Soo Yeon of something Lin Xiuyuan had casually mentioned to her a few days ago.
“Speaking of games, that guy Xiuyuan told me a few days ago he plans to put a few game consoles in the small tavern and even buy a big screen to place there, so he won’t be bored while we’re drinking and chatting.”
“That’s his style,” Lin Xiaolu smiled. “But does the small tavern have space?”
“I don’t know about that.”
Facing the relaxed exchange between Jung Soo Yeon and Lin Xiaolu, Sunny leaned forward from the back seat with curiosity and asked, “For real, Yoona, Soo Yeon, what exactly is your relationship with that Lin Xiuyuan?”
“What, want to say like Choi Soo Young that we’re climbing high branches?” Jung Soo Yeon turned back with a smile.
“Hey…” Sunny frowned.
Lin Xiaolu quickly smiled and interjected, “Sunny unnie, don’t listen to Soo Yeon unnie. She’s teasing you. We have no special relationship with Xiuyuan; just normal friends.”
The next second, Jung Soo Yeon pursed her lips. “What friends kiss like that?”
Lin Xiaolu almost lost grip on the steering wheel and denied repeatedly, “Ah, unnie, don’t talk nonsense. I didn’t, how could I.”
Sunny, sensing some gossip, lit up and glanced at Lin Xiaolu through the rearview mirror with increasing interest.
Once, twice, three times, until Lin Xiaolu dropped her off in Mapo District. She still looked reluctantly at the departing car, still not satisfied.
……
Meanwhile, the atmosphere in the car ahead had exploded. Lin Xiaolu was very depressedly accusing Jung Soo Yeon. “Ah, unnie, how could you say that in front of Sunny unnie.”
“I said it, so what? It’s not important info. Plus, it gave Sunny a shock, saving her from playing the nice guy randomly. Next time the group meets with the manager, I’ll grab some resources for Sunny. Why not give to Sunny?”
“It’s Sunny unnie who doesn’t want them.” Lin Xiaolu added.
But this earned her an eye roll from Jung Soo Yeon. “She doesn’t want them, so we don’t give? Anyway, giving to others is a waste. Compared to aiding the enemy, I’d rather give to Sunny.”
Lin Xiaolu, driving, sighed deeply. “But unnie, if you keep this up, the team atmosphere will be bad again.”
Jung Soo Yeon responded nonchalantly, “As if the atmosphere has been good lately. If it weren’t for your script and channels being normal, next year’s incident might have been you instead.”
Lin Xiaolu didn’t doubt Jung Soo Yeon was scaring her on purpose, but still felt her words were over the top. “Unnie, isn’t that a bit alarmist?”
“Hehehe, you’ve missed so many rehearsals and activities lately. You really think others feel good about it?”
Jung Soo Yeon tilted her head toward Lin Xiaolu.
Lin Xiaolu replied helplessly, “I’ve had times like that before; it’s not that exaggerated.”
“Before is before. Back then we were rising, everyone twisted together, fully outward-focused. Now with more activities and free time, thoughts naturally multiply.”
As she said this, Jung Soo Yeon sounded relaxed, but it stirred unease in Lin Xiaolu’s heart.
She didn’t believe it, but hearing it still made her feel a bit complex.
Fortunately, Jung Soo Yeon continued, her tone carrying some comfort. “But Yoona, you don’t need to worry. You’re filming, not leaving the company. The contract is with the company, so they can’t do much about you.”
Lin Xiaolu glanced at her, a complex expression on her face, her fingers tightening slightly on the steering wheel.
She didn’t want to dwell on this topic anymore; after all, it was hard to discern true from false, and there were no real consequences, so she was too lazy to care.
The jealousy and envy in the middle—she was used to it long ago.
From debut until now, she had experienced too many similar scenes.
After all, as popularity top 1, her personal activities, endorsements, and filming income were all her own.
Only this time was a bit different from before—Jung Soo Yeon had stood up and yin-yanged back for her.
So in the end, Lin Xiaolu was still quite happy inside.
Soon, Lin Xiaolu dropped Jung Soo Yeon off at her home in Seongnam District, then drove back to her apartment in Cheongdam-dong.
As she entered the apartment, Lin Xiaolu was still wondering if Im Yoon Ah might still be here. But when she opened the door, there was no one.
Then she walked into the living room and looked around, finding nothing special.
The only anomaly was the master bedroom door open, the sofa somewhat messy.
So Lin Xiaolu casually went to the refrigerator, took a bottle of water, drank a few sips, sat on the sofa planning to casually find a movie to watch and relax.
While fumbling for the remote control everywhere, she touched some powdery particles, and the genuine leather sofa felt sticky.
Without thinking much, Lin Xiaolu found the remote control and started watching a movie, even getting some snacks to eat while watching.
Until her phone ran out of battery, she got up and walked into the master bedroom to find a charger.
Then when she entered the master bedroom door, seeing the bedding and pillows scattered messily on the floor inside, she was momentarily unresponsive, subconsciously thinking there had been a thief.
Until Lin Xiaolu patted the bedsheet and felt the same powdery particles as before, she suddenly thought of something and widened her eyes.
Moments later, a low roar came from her master bedroom.
“Hey~ Im Yoon Ah, I’m going to kill you!!!”
Tonight in Guangzhou, there was thunder and rain, and my computer black-screened twice from the lightning, so I didn’t dare turn it on to work afterward.
So the writing time afterward was insufficient, and the word count is a bit short.
I’ll see if I can stay up late to write another chapter. If not, I’ll make it up for everyone tomorrow morning. Really sorry!
Everyone doesn’t need to wait for the next chapter; check tomorrow morning after getting up.
