Who would have thought that due to stirring up a CP and an international variety show, Red Velvet’s fame would suddenly spread across that vast and rich continent?
Although the plans were disrupted, S-M still managed to stay its course, not intending to change Red Velvet’s true purpose this comeback.
The commercial value exhibited by Bae Juhyun and the others was enough for S-M to invest further, so the true harvest was yet to come.
Now, everything had to be steady as the priority.
Moreover, once the news of Bae Juhyun and others attending the embassy reception broke out, it would likely enhance their market value once again.
"Your company’s decisions are truly unpredictable for the fans."
Li Chenglu’s sarcastic tone made Seong Taekyon show a helpless expression. S-M was indeed good at keeping fans on their toes.
"Since there’s nothing else, we’ll head back first. Taekyon hyung, please take good care of Juhyun and the others."
"Ah, it’s no trouble at all. These are my duties anyway. Oh, right, you’ll be coming to the stage recording on the 20th, right? Call me in advance so I can bring you in."
The news about the first stage recording had already spread through several fan stations, and the slots for the lucky ones getting the chance to watch it live had all been released. So, Seong Taekyon continued to give Liu Xin’an and Li Chenglu a backdoor pass.
"Alright, I remember it’s in the morning, right?"
"Yes, it starts at seven. Since it’s pre-recorded, we have to start rehearsing early."
After Seong Taekyon finished speaking, he left.
Liu Xin’an looked at Li Chenglu next to him. Li Chenglu pointed to the distance: "I have an appointment. You go back by yourself."
"Alright, I’ll head back first."
Since Bae Juhyun and the others had other schedules after the fan sign event, Liu Xin’an didn’t plan to wait around.
After all, he had already told Bae Juhyun to call him after the fan sign event was over.
Now, what he had to do was go home and wait patiently.
Hmm... maybe stream a little?
At five-thirty in the afternoon, after sending off the last fan, Bae Juhyun forced herself up, still exhausted, and smiled while waving to the fans who had been with them all along.
Her response made the fans below cheer, and their enthusiastic reaction brought tears to Bae Juhyun’s eyes.
After all the ups and downs, the unwavering support from the fans made this overly sensitive person unable to control her emotions.
Fortunately, Kang Seulgi noticed Bae Juhyun’s unusual demeanor. She affectionately grabbed Bae Juhyun’s arm and gently squeezed it, signaling her not to lose composure.
She was deeply moved too, after all... it had been two years since the full group had returned.
"Today’s fan sign event is officially over. Before we finish, we, Red Velvet, have some words to say to the fans."
The event host took the stage. After attracting everyone’s attention, he handed the microphone to Park Sooyoung.
Park Sooyoung pondered for a moment but did not speak. Instead, she handed the microphone back to Bae Juhyun.
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Bae Juhyun took the microphone, first letting out a sound of hesitation, then her fair face blushed bright red.
Her cute demeanor caused a wave of screams from the crowd below.
"Ah!! Unnie is so cute!"
Bae Juhyun turned her head aside and cleared her throat to regain her composure. Then, her signature beautiful face appeared on the big screen.
"Thank you all so much for your support today. We will present ourselves even better in the future. Since it’s almost time to get off work, please be careful on your way out. Even though it’s a hot season, don’t eat too much cold food... It would be troublesome if your stomachs get upset."
After simply sharing her feelings of the day with the fans, Bae Juhyun handed the microphone to Son Seungwan and started waving and interacting with the fans below.
Once this segment ended, she led her four sisters into the nanny van. After confirming that no fans could see them, they all let out a collective groan.
Sitting and signing non-stop for three and a half hours... anyone’s arm would ache from that.
"There are several more sessions after this."
Seong Taekyon laughed at the girls, now shaking their hands to relieve fatigue, and brought up a fact that made everyone collapse.
Grateful to the fans as they were.
They were genuinely exhausted...
Was there no way to give back to the fans without being this tired?
"Taekyon oppa, fans must have noticed Liu Xin’an at the fan sign event, right?"
After rubbing her arm, Bae Juhyun leaned over to the front seat and asked Seong Taekyon.
Seong Taekyon nodded and turned to look at the members in the back: "Not only noticed, but it has also sparked a lot of discussions."
"Really? We weren’t doing anything suspicious."
"...Juhyun unnie, you really can’t hide anything. When Liu Xin’an showed up, your expression lightened up visibly. That’s something even I could notice!"
"Really?" Son Seungwan’s words made Bae Juhyun touch her face in surprise. Was she that obvious?
"Yes, I think it was quite clear."
"Ah, this..." Bae Juhyun pursed her lips, timidly looking at Seong Taekyon.
Fortunately, Seong Taekyon did not seem to blame her.