Celebrity Neighbor: My girlfriend is a big star?

"Uncle, I hope I'm not bothering you."

"Not at all, I'm just resting at home."

Knowing he wasn't disturbing his uncle, Liu Xin'an relaxed a bit. Instead of engaging in polite small talk, he went straight to the point: "Come spend New Year's at our place, Mom insisted on it. What do you say?"

"Of course, I've got no problem with that." Park Jinyoung agreed without any hesitation, as reconnecting with his long-lost sister this year was already an incredibly exciting event for him.

How could he refuse his dear sister's invitation?

"So, Uncle, will you be coming with me, or...?"

Park Jinyoung chuckled lightly and interrupted Liu Xin'an.

"You're probably going with Irene, right? In that case, it's best if we go separately to avoid any issues, don't you think?"

"True, it's best to minimize the risk of exposure. It's not the right time to make our relationship public yet."

Liu Xin'an laughed as well. Beside him, Bae Juhyun's eyes sparkled with intrigue. She imagined the lively scene that might unfold when Liu Xin'an eventually reveals his relationship with Park Jinyoung to the public.

It would surely leave netizens speechless. Just the thought of it was amusing.

"Hmm, this year it's February 1st, New Year's Day, right? Your aunt, cousins, and I will probably head over on January 28th. When are you and Irene planning to go?"

Due to the speakerphone, Bae Juhyun also heard Park Jinyoung's question. She instinctively looked at Liu Xin'an, knowing he would make the decision.

Liu Xin'an thought about it. If his uncle was flying to China on January 28th, then he should avoid possibly running into him at the airport.

"We'll likely go on the 27th."

"Alright, see you in China then. I haven't been to China much, so I'm looking forward to it."

"Yes, see you in China."

After ending the call, Liu Xin'an looked at Bae Juhyun and asked, "Is leaving on the 27th okay?"

Her response was a busy nodding Bae Juhyun.

"Great~"

...

With the timing set, work continued as planned.

As the departure date approached, news arrived that excited Bae Juhyun, who had been resting while preparing for the new album.

As for the content of the news...

"Is this true?"

Bae Juhyun couldn't hide her excitement. She stood up and questioned Manager Kim, who was smiling behind the desk.

Manager Kim nodded and replied slowly, "Although it's not confirmed yet, there's a high chance you all will have an opportunity to film a group variety show in China."

Yes, the news that thrilled Bae Juhyun was about their potential to film a group variety show in China, which was taking shape.

"When can we get a specific confirmation? And where will we be filming? When?"

"No rush for now. Whenever it happens, it will be after your next comeback and before the one after that, likely around summer this year."

"Hmm, that seems quite a while away."

"Right, so there's just a strong possibility for now. Until you get the actual filming permit, no one can be certain, right?"

Bae Juhyun gradually calmed down and nodded obediently, stopping further questions.

"Is there anything else you need me to do, Manager?"

"Not much else, oh, mention this to Xin'an too. If there are any issues by then, he might be able to help. This is something beneficial for you, and he wouldn't just sit by."

Bae Juhyun was taken aback, then showed a complicated expression.

Is Manager Kim suggesting she rope in her boyfriend to help?

Her strange expression amused Manager Kim.

"Don't overthink it. Why not use the connections you have?"

Instead of scheming behind Liu Xin'an's back, it's better to openly enlist help.

Between sincerely asking for help and insidiously forcing someone to help, which one is more agreeable? It's a simple question.

This year's situation with SBS and MBC is an apt example.

"I understand. I'll discuss it with Xin'an later."

Bae Juhyun nodded. Actually, even if she doesn't mention it, Liu Xin'an probably already knows what's going on.

After all, she knows her boyfriend's capabilities well.

"So during this time, we just continue preparing for the new album, right?"

"Right, you and Liu Xin'an can go to China, but make sure not to skip practice, and also..." Manager Kim glanced at the slender woman in front of her, pondered for a moment, and then slowly said, "Don't gain weight."

"Rest assured."

Bae Juhyun nodded gloomily. Would she, as a female entertainer, not manage her figure!

She had professional discipline, after all.

Is that really how Manager Kim sees her?

But it wasn't entirely unjustified—Manager Kim, having been married with children, knew all about happy weight.

After courteously bidding farewell to Manager Kim, Bae Juhyun returned to their practice room in high spirits.

Today, the only member at the company was Kim Yerin, while Son Seungwan and Kang Seulgi had schedules, and Park Sooyoung was home with her parents.

Kim Yerin was chatting with dancers while resting there.

The mild sweat on her forehead proved she wasn't slacking off earlier.

"Unnie, what did Manager want to see you about?" Kim Yerin asked curiously as she saw Bae Juhyun walk in.

Bae Juhyun didn't answer. With so many people around, it was best to keep it a secret.

She gave a mysterious smile, winked at Kim Yerin, and didn't respond.

This left the already curious Kim Yerin quite exasperated.