Chapter 59: Still a Wealthy Man of Leisure

When Suzy pulled five portions of Korean beef out of her BMW, it harmonized nicely with the gift Cha Lun-hoo had given, ensuring that the girls would eat well over the next few days. Hopefully, this would provide some energy for their journey ahead.

Suzy stood in the middle, taking a group photo with the five juniors, which she then uploaded to her social media platform. Countless netizens praised the senior artist, who was about to leave the company, for still caring so much about its new girl group. The reluctance to let her go and the heartfelt farewells from many loyal family fans were deeply moving.

"Making a decision is really hard! I’ve been with the company for nine years, so how could I not have feelings for it? It’s just that things have hit a bottleneck at JYPE, and Management SOOP has immense influence in the film and television industry."

The new agency was home to Cannes Best Actress Jeon Do-yeon, as well as top-tier actors and actresses like Jung Yu-mi and Gong Yoo. Their resources dedicated to the film sector were quite impressive. However, once she went there, she wouldn't even rank among the notables and would have to start everything from scratch. Whether this move would turn out to be a blessing or a curse remained to be seen.

On the ride back, Suzy suddenly grabbed the man's arm, catching Cha Lun-hoo off guard. Yet, through her tightly clenched fingers, he could sense the woman's inner anxiety. This rather helpless feeling rarely appeared in someone like her, who always gave him the impression of a powerful woman who had everything under control.

And it made sense. Although JYP Entertainment's focus had shifted, Suzy's historical status as a major contributor remained secure, ensuring a comfortable and cozy position. On the other hand, while SOOP made grand promises, how many of those commitments would actually be fulfilled depended entirely on whether this little rabbit proved her worth.

"The hardest thing in the world is making your own decisions. Everyone fears the uncertainty that decisions bring, which leads to self-doubt."

He took the woman's delicate hand and interlocked his fingers with hers, bringing her slender fingers to his lips for a gentle kiss. He knew nothing about the entertainment industry; plunging from a comfortable zone built over years of growth into a future filled with unknown storms was no different from a high-stakes gamble. As it happened, he was someone who had made such high-stakes gambles before, but back then, his foundation and fallback options were far from as substantial as Suzy's.

"Suzy is already a very successful young person, so what is there to fear? Even if you don't get the exact result you wanted, you'll still end up living comfortably like a wealthy aristocrat."

Cha Lun-hoo's words made Suzy giggle. Just a moment ago, she had simply been moved by a sudden wave of emotion upon reading the comments. She withdrew her hand and sniffed it near her nose, complaining that it smelled like that stinking man's cigarette smoke. Seeing this, Cha Lun-hoo, who was driving, reached out gently and patted the little rabbit's head affectionately.

Suzy was a clever person, and she could naturally see that Hwang Yeji and Cha Lun-hoo had no special relationship. They were likely just close friends due to geographical ties; surely this man wouldn't prey on a newly debuted young girl. A few months of observation had been enough for her to recognize his character.

Overall, he was a guy who considered others deeply, perhaps related to his upbringing. The only thorn in her heart had always been that ice-queen former princess from Girls' Generation, though she later thought to herself—how could that person possibly compare to her?

Even with meat delivered right to his doorstep, Cha Lun-hoo wouldn't touch it. No doubt part of the reason was his concern about causing trouble for the older sister, but as long as their frequencies matched, many obstacles could be overcome. For instance, this fellow had soon been captured by her, falling completely under her spell—the best example possible.

Although this guy was currently short on cash, his social standing was decent enough. To the fans, a mid-level executive of a large organization and herself seemed like a match made in heaven, and they were of a similar age. This was why these rumors elicited blessings from quite a few fans.

A shrewd girl would never imagine that when her investments consistently yielded unexpected returns, she would gradually invest more capital until she had wagered her entire hand.

Those two—whatever their relationship was, though certainly not entirely innocent—had finally left. The five girls also bade farewell to the great senior from Wonder Girls. Riding in their van, they finally concluded their day's schedule, carrying the deep affection of both Senior Suzy and Cha Lun-hoo. They excitedly discussed the feeling of participating in their first public schedule, with Yuna, the youngest of them all, chattering away incessantly.

"Senior Suzy said I could carry on her legacy and that I look a lot like she did when she first debuted! She is truly beautiful and kind!"

Never had she imagined that this senior would think so highly of her and possess such discerning vision. No wonder she had remained popular for so long; in her heart, Suzy had already become the smartest woman alive.

"Those two didn't even try to avoid people. It seems the company's clarifications were just a smoke screen—they look like they have a very good relationship."

Women always loved gossiping, a trait that remained unchanged from ages eight to eighty. The members chatted excitedly amongst themselves, yet the cat-like captain, who usually loved discussing such things, was uncharacteristically quiet today and seemed reluctant to join the conversation.

"I heard that the Veterans Association or whatever it's called is a massive organization! Its influence is comparable to that of ordinary chaebols. Looked at that way, Mr. Cha also has a very bright future. Besides, he's so handsome—no wonder Senior Suzy likes him."

Chaeryeong was looking at relevant information she had found online, utterly astonished that this association was such a behemoth. Such organizations certainly possessed a deceptive aura; obtaining a high-ranking position in one's twenties meant a status that was already quite elevated, not to mention the added halo of being a national hero.

Compared to professions like being an artist, which relied on one's youth, officials and executives in social welfare organizations could simply progress step-by-step, making their paths broader and wider. Though their income might not match that of a top actress, overall, nobody could say they were mismatched—especially given the massive advantage in age.

"Maybe they're just really good friends! Didn't the company deny it last time? Let's stop gossiping about the senior's private life; it wouldn't be good if we ended up offending someone."

She finally exerted her captain's authority to steer the conversation away, yet the cat, usually the most talkative when it came to such topics, was clearly unconvincing. Still, since the senior and Cha Lun-hoo had just bestowed such generous gifts upon them, it really wasn't polite to gossip about them behind their backs.

"Speaking of the things Mr. Cha sent, will everyone actually use them? Which of you even knows how to cook? Yeji unnie probably does, right? After all, she spoke with such absolute certainty earlier."

Facing her younger sisters' expectant gazes, the cat captain felt a little guilty. The boast she had just made still seemed to linger in the air, and of course, she couldn't afford to lose face on the spot.

"Of course! What's so hard about that? But we have to control our diet for this period of time, so let's put this Korean beef in the fridge first!"

The gifts from the two of them clearly showed signs of prior consultation—one sent cookware while the other sent expensive ingredients. There was an inseparable, deeply attached vibe to it, like a married couple; no one would believe it if they said they hadn't coordinated.

"In a family like ours, how could a child not know how to cook? Just wait and see! I'll feed you all until you're plump and healthy!"

Yeji felt that in her spare time, she really needed to study some cooking guides. Sometimes, once you brag, you get put on the spot, and to avoid being exposed, you have to resort to all sorts of methods to cover it up. But surely she had some natural talent for cooking, right?

Could following a recipe possibly go wrong? She had always been reliable in everything she did, so a trivial task like this should be a piece of cake. When the time came, she would test it out on her teammates first. If it worked out, she would definitely have to whip up some delicious meals in the future to repay Mr. Cha's kindness.