213. Chapter 206 Kim Tae-hee announces her marriage to the public?



She was wearing a white suit today with a ruby ​​pin on her chest, looking dignified and generous.

Li Xianzhen pushed her long hair back and asked Song Yi with a smile, "I heard you have something to ask me?"

Song Yi and Li Xianzhen talked about the program concept of "North-South Dialogue" and sincerely invited Li Xianzhen to host the program "North-South Dialogue".

Li Xianzhen did not refuse directly. Of course, she took into account how popular the show was. Although North and South Korea are neighboring countries, the northern neighbor has always been a mysterious country in the hearts of Koreans.

"If there is a chance, can I interview North Korean officials? Including the leaders of Pyongyang?" Li Xianzhen asked a key question.

"Well, I can't guarantee it. After all, North Korean officials need official permission to be interviewed by foreign journalists. As for the leader of Pyongyang, you can't always meet him. I can only try my best to help you." Song Yi promised.

"Okay, that's no problem for me. Do you need me to quit my job at KBS now?" Li Xianzhen asked Song Yi.

"Well, no. But don't you need to think about it again? Or discuss it with your husband." Song Yi said.

"It's okay, he has always supported my work. It makes no difference whether I'm a news anchor at KBS or a program host at ABS." Li Xianzhen's husband is also a well-known second-generation entrepreneur in Seoul. Song Yi has also heard of the name of their group, and its products have been included in the sales catalog of Souhan.com.

"KBS news anchors have a very high social status? Don't you think it's a pity to give up such a promising job?" Song Yi asked.

Li Xianzhen glanced at Song Yi with her beautiful eyes, her eyes flickering, "Do you want me to work at ABS or stay at KBS? How can a grown man be so fussy? My father once told me, 'It is better to be the head of a chicken than the tail of an ox.' After I have gained experience in the program "North-South Dialogue" for a few years, maybe I can run for a seat in the National Assembly in the future."

"By the way, I have something to do later, so I won't attend the THK fashion show. Please tell Taehee about it. When THK's clothes are on the market, ask Taehee to save a few sets for me as souvenirs." Lee Hyun-jin said.

At this time, the students of Seoul National University had finished their performances and entered the formal degree awarding ceremony. Seoul National University President Zhou Yuncan was giving a passionate speech to the 2003 graduates.

Zhou Yuncan previously graduated from the Department of Economics at Seoul National University. After obtaining a Ph.D. in economics from Princeton University, he returned to Seoul and served as a professor of economics and dean of the College of Social Sciences at Seoul National University. He was nominated as the president of Seoul National University in May last year.

This person is very good at building fame. In 1998, Zhong Xiaotong personally invited him to serve as the governor of the Bank of Korea, but he refused.

From then on, whenever the South Korean government reshuffled its cabinet, Zhou Yuncan became the subject of discussion among the South Korean people as the head of South Korea's economic department or the chief economic candidate of the Blue House.

Zhou Yuncan declined every time he was invited, saying that he wanted to stay at the university until retirement. This practice of not showing up despite three invitations made him more famous. In 2002, he was nominated as the president of Seoul National University, which made him even more famous. It gave the public the impression that the Blue House's failure to invite him to work was a loss for all Koreans.

During his tenure as president of Seoul National University, Zhou Yuncan believed that universities should maintain self-regulation. University governance is a self-regulatory decision-making process based on mutual communication and consultation among various stakeholders to solve problems in the university governance process.

In fact, to put it bluntly, Seoul National University can accept government financial subsidies, but the governance of Seoul National University is our internal affairs, and the government departments are requested to refrain from commenting. For this reason, Zhou Yuncan and then-President Song Woo-seok had a very tense relationship.

However, Zhou Yuncan is also a talent who can get along well with both the ruling party and the opposition party. In 2006, Li Guangxue personally wooed Zhou Yuncan and asked him to run for mayor of Seoul. Not only that, in the 2007 presidential election, Zhou Yuncan participated in the presidential election as the ruling party's presidential candidate, but was ultimately defeated by Li Guangxue.

It is not surprising that he lost the election. After Lee Guangxue was elected president, he nominated Zhou Yuncan as prime minister in 2009. Zhou Yuncan was questioned by the Korean public because he watched pirated Avatar at home, and finally resigned in 2010.

Song Yi, who is familiar with the history of the Three Kingdoms, knows Zhou Yuncan's tactics too well. This kind of reputation is actually waiting for the price to rise. Zhou Yuncan has long wanted to enter the political arena, and he will never come out without a good job. In fact, Zhou Yuncan is not a great economic talent. When Li Guangxue was in office, housing prices in Seoul soared, and prices soared. He also performed mediocrely during the international financial crisis in 2009. This kind of person is a typical example of great ambition but little talent.

However, this also shows that Song Woo-seok was incompetent in training a successor and could not find a suitable talent in the ruling party to participate in the next presidential election, which allowed Lee Guangxue to achieve an overwhelming victory.

Now Park Dong-ho has successfully blocked Lee Guangxue and was elected mayor of Seoul. Park Dong-ho has successfully promoted the Cheonggyecheon renovation project and the Seoul long-term rental apartment project. Seoul citizens are indeed impressed by this tough new mayor.

However, it was still unknown whether Park Dong-ho could win the presidential election in 2007 against the Grand National Party's candidate, Chung Geum-hui. After all, Chung Geum-hui won the unanimous support of major financial groups, conservatives, the military and the United States.

Song Yi put this matter behind him. After all, there were still several years left and he could plan slowly.

Zhou Yuncan spoke on the podium: "First of all, as the president of Seoul National University, I would like to express my sincere congratulations to all the graduates who have received graduation honors today. I would like to express my sincere congratulations to the university graduates who have put on their bachelor's caps and the postgraduate students who have obtained master's and doctoral degrees. At the same time, I would like to thank the parents, family members and faculty and staff of Seoul National University who have worked hard to get you to where you are today."

Jin Yuwen and Jin's mother were listening to Zhou Yuncan's speech attentively. They were deeply touched by Zhou Yuncan's words.

Korean students are so competitive that they have to enroll in various cram schools in elementary, middle and high schools. This is a huge expense for Kim Yu-moon's wealthy family. Parents in ordinary families in Seoul even spend 2/3 of their salary on various cram schools for their children, just to get them into famous schools such as Seoul National University, Yonsei University and Korea University.

"Over the past few years, everyone has left wonderful memories and unforgettable experiences on this beautiful campus. Successfully obtaining credits, participating in internships at large companies, and having a sweet relationship are all happy times in college."

When Jin Taixi heard Zhou Yuncan's speech, she couldn't help but turn her head to look at Song Yi, who was sitting in the family seat, with sweet eyes. Although she was secretly sad for Song Yi's love, Song Yi still brought her much more happiness than pain.

"Today you are full of confidence about your future and feel that your future is bright. Then one day in the future, when you encounter setbacks, you will also feel sad and uneasy because you have not achieved the goals set ten years ago. Then I hope you can recall your high-spirited self at the graduation ceremony, put aside the sad memories of the past, and then start again with light equipment. Once again, I sincerely congratulate everyone on your graduation!" Everyone at the graduation ceremony gave Zhou Yuncan face and responded with warm applause.

Zhou Yuncan is indeed quite capable. He cited a wide range of sources and interspersed South Korea's hot news into his speech, encouraging the graduates of Seoul National University to take on greater responsibilities. The more challenges they encounter in their future work, the more they must play a decisive role, because you are the best young people in South Korea. As the saying goes, the greater the ability, the greater the responsibility.

After Zhou Yuncan finished his speech, the degree awarding ceremony began. Kim Tae-hee, wearing a bachelor's gown, was awarded a bachelor's degree. Her smile today was particularly warm.

As a representative of well-known entrepreneurs, Song Yi came to award Kim Tae Hee a bachelor's degree certificate. Under the camera, Kim Tae Hee took a photo with Song Yi while holding the degree certificate, with her head tilted, and the smile on her face was particularly warm.

Kim Tae Hee's male classmates were a little sour, "Even after graduating, Tae Hee still rubbed salt into our wounds."

The female classmate next to her couldn't stand it anymore and immediately retorted, "Tae Hee has been in a relationship since her sophomore year, and she didn't hide it. Besides, it's as if if Tae Hee was single, you would have a chance? Tae Hee always smiles politely to her classmates, and only shows this sweet smile in front of Song Yi."

Zhou Yuncan applauded and congratulated Kim Tae-hee, and then continued: "Kim Tae-hee is a representative of the outstanding undergraduate graduates of the class of 2003. She has always focused on her studies while in school and graduated successfully with all A grades."

"Not only that, she also actively participated in social practice and became a very good actor. She participated in the musical "Empress Myeongseong" and filmed the historical TV series "Jewel in the Palace". "Jewel in the Palace" is the TV series ratings champion this year, which is amazing."

Li Xianzhen was sitting next to Song Yi. This was the first time she heard about this. She said to Song Yi, "2.8 billion won is a lot of money. It can buy a luxury apartment in Seoul. You are really willing to spend it. But why is the scholarship amount 2.8 billion won?"

Lee Ha-nui, who was sitting next to Lee Hyun-jin, quickly indicated that she knew, "I know. In fact, Tae-hee's after-tax income from advertising and acting pay over the years is only about 2.6 billion won. But because Song Yi's birthday is on the 28th, Tae-hee thought of setting the scholarship amount to 2.8 billion won."

Lee Hyun-jin snorted when he heard Lee Ha-nui, "I smell a sour smell of love. It would be better to set the prize money at 2.9 billion won. Tae-hee's birthday is the 29th."

Kim Tae-hee began her speech as a representative of the outstanding undergraduate graduates of the class of 2003.

"Good morning, dear teachers and students. I am Kim Tae-hee from the Department of Fashion Design at Seoul National University. I feel extremely honored to be selected as the outstanding graduate of the year by the school."

"In fact, I am very ashamed to say that I did not study as much as my classmates in school. Due to the filming of commercials, musicals and TV dramas, I missed a lot of courses. Without the careful guidance of professors and classmates, I would not be able to graduate with all A's. Here, I would like to bow to express my gratitude to the teachers and classmates who have helped me." Kim Tae-hee bent down to express her gratitude, and the graduates and professors of the Fashion Design Department applauded even more enthusiastically. Some emotional professors even had tears in their eyes. Kim Tae-hee is worthy of being the face of the Fashion Design Department.

"In fact, I got involved in the acting career by chance. In the second semester of my freshman year, my senior from the ski club, Jiang Xiu Na, worked at Shinhan Media. Because of her recommendation, I was able to star in the Samdasu commercial and became an actor in commercials."

"But I was very lucky. I won everyone's love through this advertisement, and later signed a contract with an agency and became an actor. It was also because of this Samdasu advertisement that I met my husband, Mr. Song Yi."

Before Kim Tae-hee finished her words, the Seoul college students in the audience were in an uproar. It was the first time they knew that their goddess Kim Tae-hee had already obtained a marriage certificate with Song Yi.

Lee Ha-nui, who was sitting in the back row, was secretly proud of herself because she was the bridesmaid and witness when Kim Tae-hee and Song Yi held their wedding in the California Glass Church.

The girls from Seoul National University were even crazier. They thought of the scene where Song Yi presented Kim Tae-hee with a degree certificate at the graduation ceremony just now. It felt like they had watched a super sweet Korean drama on the day of the graduation ceremony.

"When I entered Seoul National University, my friends all had very ambitious dreams, such as my senior Li Xianzhen, who wanted to become an excellent journalist. She is now a news anchor for KBS, and I believe many people have watched her news program."

"Compared to them, I feel that I am too ordinary, because after entering university, I don't know what my dream is. For me who has just entered the university campus, I don't have a specific dream."

“Although I don’t have a specific dream, I still want to work hard to complete my studies. Because for us who have been actively learning since childhood, getting credits at Seoul National University has become our instinct.” Kim Tae-hee’s words made the graduates in the audience smile knowingly.

"Thanks to my husband, he planned my career very well. I took on more commercials, honed my acting skills by starring in musicals such as "Empress Myeongseong," and finally I got the opportunity to star in the TV series "Jewel in the Palace."

"Compared to most of my classmates, my college life has been smooth sailing. I have come to where I am today by accident."

"Through my experience, I understand one thing: it is not terrible to have no dreams. Because the so-called dreams in school days are all beautiful visions based on the happiness of others."

"In our educational philosophy, teachers and parents teach us from a young age that we need to have lofty goals and ideals. So I can't help but ask, are people with lofty ideals necessarily happy? This is really worth our deep thought."

“Don’t deliberately set a lofty ideal goal for yourself. Instead, break it down into smaller goals. Just like in the game KartRider, you can only participate in the monthly, quarterly and annual competitions after you pass the weekly competition.”

"If you break down your big life goals, they will seem more attainable and less far away. You won't feel the regret and anxiety of not achieving your goals ten years later."

“Compared to you who have just graduated from school, I am undoubtedly a lucky person. And the reason why I can achieve these insignificant achievements is also due to the platform of Seoul National University and New Asia.”

"It was because of the help from senior Jiang Xiu Na that I was able to play the role of Dae Jang Geum. This love can be passed on, and I am willing to pass on this kindness to my juniors at Seoul National University. This is the original intention of establishing the THK Scholarship. Thank you all!"

At this time, a nosy student took the initiative to ask Kim Tae Hee, "Kim Tae Hee, you just said that you and Mr. Song Yi have obtained the marriage certificate, so when will you hold the wedding?"

Kim Tae Hee smiled shyly, but still responded sweetly, "We will hold the wedding in the second half of the year. At that time, I will also invite teachers and classmates from Seoul National University to attend my wedding."

When Kim Tae-hee saw that there were other classmates who wanted to ask her about her marriage, she quickly handed the microphone to Choi Sun-hee, who was the next to come out.

Choi Sun-hee spoke on stage as a representative of the New Asia Welfare Foundation, which will coordinate the donation of the Seoul Yamato THK Scholarship. Kim Tae-hee actually handed over 2.8 billion won to the New Asia Welfare Foundation, which will be responsible for the operation and withdrawal of the THK Scholarship.

The graduates of Seoul National University were obviously impressed by the beautiful Choi Sun-hee. After expressing her gratitude to Kim Tae-hee for her kindness, Choi Sun-hee did not forget to advertise for Shin Asia and called on Seoul National University graduates to work in Shin Asia.

Li Xianzhen chuckled, "Sister Shanji really advertised for Xinya? Seoul National University graduates are in high demand in the recruitment market. It's a bit unethical for you to do this."

Song Yi said lazily, "The graduates who attended the graduation ceremony have already found their dream jobs. Many of them have offers from several large financial groups. Cui Shanji did this just to express our Xinya's sincerity. It's hard to say whether it will work."

When Kim Tae Hee stepped down from the stage, the graduation ceremony was almost over. Song Yi, Kim Yu-moon, Kim Hyung-soo, Kim's mother, Lee Hyun-jin and Lee Ha-ni all took pictures with Kim Tae Hee, and Kim Tae Hee held her degree certificate and accepted everyone who came.

Kim Tae-hee uploaded a photo of herself wearing a bachelor's gown and a group photo with Song Yi and others on her personal inschool homepage, and wrote, "Finally graduated from Seoul National University, sharing such a memorable moment with my family, so happy, so lucky!" In the last photo in the album, Kim Tae-hee was holding her degree certificate and happily made a "yeah" gesture.

After she posted this update, she also posted about the venue preparations for the Seoul Fashion Show, "THK Fashion Show is being prepared, please stay tuned!"

At this time, a young man who had just returned to Seoul was browsing Kim Tae-hee's inschool homepage in front of the computer. He looked at Song Yi in the album with hatred.

A white officer standing next to him said to him: "Kim Si-won, the South Korean police have issued a warrant for your arrest. Without the help of our US troops stationed in South Korea, you will have no way to return to Seoul."

"Song Yi is now attending Kim Tae-hee's graduation ceremony at Seoul University. This is also your best chance to strike. If you still can't do it today, we will hand you over to the Seoul police." said the white officer.

Thank you all for your monthly tickets. Happy Mid-Autumn Festival. Are you all on your way home?

(End of this chapter)


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