Chapter 336: Planning for Retirement
As the guests came in one after another.
At half past eleven, the engagement ceremony officially began.
"Ahem, everyone please keep quiet, the engagement ceremony is about to begin."
Park Kyung-lin finished.
Bong Joon-ho, who was as happy as a 300-pound fat man next to Lee Chang-dong, suddenly became quiet.
This caused director Han Dongyu next to him to burst into laughter.
"First of all, thank you very much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to attend the engagement ceremony of this newlywed couple."
"I am Park Kyung-lin, the host of this event. I am very honored to share this joy and warmth with you all."
After he finished speaking, there was applause from the audience.
"Our newcomers have a special magic today."
"The groom-to-be, Kim Ki-Hyun, has a smile that has healing power, which can make those present forget all their worries; the bride-to-be, Lee Ji-Eun, has stars in her eyes, and just a glance can make everything beautiful."
"So, all guests, please take a few more glances at them later. I guarantee that you will have sweet dreams when you go home!"
“Hahaha~”
“Pah pah pah…”
The scene once again erupted in warm applause and laughter.
Having successfully warmed up the atmosphere, Park Kyung-lin continued:
"The love story of Kim Ki-Hyun-xi and Lee Ji-Eun-xi is like a wonderful movie, and our task today is to sit tight and prepare to enjoy this love movie that belongs to them."
After that, the big screen on the stage lit up.
The screen began to play sweet clips of them together.
The content is spliced together from various scenes from the variety shows, travels, SBS Gayo Daejeon, amusement parks, and movie shoots they participated in together.
Every frame is full of happiness and sweetness.
After a moment.
The big screen gradually went dark.
The lights in the venue were also turned off.
Only a spotlight was left illuminating the door.
"Let's welcome the newlyweds!"
As Park Jinglin's voice fell.
The background music of Lee Ji-eun's "That Moment" sounded in the venue.
Accompanied by a light melody.
Lee Ji-eun took Kim Ki-hyeon's arm and slowly walked into the venue.
The guests in the venue stood up and applauded and cheered for them.
The conspicuous Lee Kwang-soo even took out a handful of colorful confetti from his pocket and threw it over the two people's heads.
The colorful confetti looks like gorgeous fireworks.
Blooming in the air, and then slowly falling down.
It adds a touch of romance and fantasy to the newlyweds.
Kim Ki-hyeon and Lee Ji-eun smiled at each other, their eyes full of love and happiness.
After a moment, the two walked to the front of the stage and stood still.
Jin Qixuan gently let go of Li Zhien's hand.
He took out an exquisite little box from his pocket and opened it, revealing a sparkling diamond ring.
Then, he slowly knelt on one knee, held the ring in front of her, looked at Li Zhien affectionately, and said:
"Since I met you, the trajectory of my life has been rewritten."
"Your smile is like the spring sun melting snow and dispelling all the haze; your eyes are like the deep sea, making me lost. The time we spent together has become my precious memories."
"I want to share with you the little bits of life, both the ordinary and the extraordinary."
"I wish to comfort you when you are sad, and be with you when you are happy. If you need support, I will be your solid backer."
"I swear, no matter how rough the road ahead is, I will be by your side; no matter how time passes, my love for you will never change. I am willing to give everything I have, so that you will be surrounded by love and cherished every day as before."
"Please let me be the only one in your life, and let us write our romantic chapter together."
"I love you more than yesterday and more than tomorrow."
"At this moment, my heart is trembling but firm, and I make an ancient and sincere wish to you: -Hold your hand and grow old with you.
Ms. Lee Ji-eun, will you marry me?
Offstage, Lee Kwang-soo quietly touched Kim Jong-kook who was recording and said, "Brother, send me the video later."
Hearing this, Kim Jong Kook asked suspiciously, "What are you going to do?"
"This proposal is so good. I will memorize it and use it when I propose to Sun Bin."
Kim Jong Kook was happy and said, "Okay."
At this time, on the stage.
Li Zhien looked down at Jin Qixuan who was kneeling on one knee on the ground, and tears gradually welled up in her eyes.
Her hands trembled slightly, and she gently covered Jin Qixuan's hand holding the ring, choking with sobs, "I, I am willing to go to the future with you, and accompany you in sunshine and rain."
"I comfort you when you are sad, and share your joy when you are happy."
"I am willing to... be the warmest harbor in your life..."
At this point, Lee Ji-eun was already in tears.
At one point, his voice was so choked that he could hardly speak.
This moment.
The girls in the audience, including Ji Eun’s mother, shed tears of empathy.
After a moment.
Li Zhien took a deep breath, tried to calm herself down, and continued:
"I am willing to accept your proposal and become your wife."
As soon as the words fell.
The venue suddenly erupted with applause and cheers as violent as the ocean waves.
Jin Qixuan smiled and gently put the ring on her middle finger.
Then, Lee Jong-hoon trotted onto the stage.
He opened the small box and handed it to Lee Ji-eun.
Lee Ji-eun took the ring out of the box with sobs and slowly put it on Kim Ki-hyeon's middle finger.
The two rings sparkled brightly under the light.
It symbolizes the happy life that they are about to begin.
Jin Qixuan stood up and gently wiped the tears from Li Zhien's face.
Then, he cupped her cheek and kissed her.
"wow~"
The audience was in an uproar again.
The guests took out their mobile phones to record the kiss of the century.
At this moment, the rhythm of the music on the scene suddenly became cheerful.
quite a while.
The young couple separated.
Then, under the auspices of Park Kyung-lin, the marriage certificate was signed with the parents of both parties.
The first half of the marriage certificate introduces the hometowns and family backgrounds of both parties.
And how excellent they are both.
The next paragraph is that both parents are very satisfied with each other and use this marriage certificate as a token of trust.
Below is a very long oath.
The final ending.
——Both parties agreed that March 3, 2019 would be the engagement date.
Announce the joy of the marriage between the two families to relatives and friends.
They will wait for an auspicious day and then hold the wedding to officially become husband and wife.
This book is the witness of which heaven and earth bear witness, and the sun and moon shine together.
May the two of them be together forever and grow old together.
Wait until both parties sign the marriage certificate.
This also means that the two have become a legal couple.
There are no marriage certificates on the peninsula.
The marriage registration here is called "marriage declaration".
Submit the identity information and parent information of both parties to the local law office to indicate that it is not a marriage between close relatives.
Then wait for the firm's review.
After the review is passed.
You will receive an A4 paper "Marriage Declaration Acceptance Form".
This acceptance letter is equivalent to a domestic marriage certificate.
However, their marriage certificate is also legally binding.
Just take the time to change your household registration.
After the marriage certificate was signed, the next step was to cut the cake and drink the engagement wine.
Then, parents from both sides came to the stage to give speeches.
Finally, all the guests came on stage to take a group photo, and then the banquet could begin.
When taking a group photo, Kim Ki-hyeon was flanked by Park Bo-gum, Lee Dong-hwi and Lee Kwang-soo.
Next to Lee Ji-eun are Yoo In-na, Park Ji-yeon, Choi Sulli and Jung Eun-ji.
If, nothing unexpected happens.
These people will also be the best men and bridesmaids of both parties in the future.
Amid the laughter and joy of the group photo, everyone gave their most sincere wishes to the newlyweds with a blessing smile.
As the camera shutter sounded.
The beauty of this moment is frozen forever.
After the group photo, the guests took their seats.
A wide variety of delicious food was brought to the table like a constant stream.
The aroma is so delicious that it makes you salivate.
Various exquisite dishes are neatly displayed.
The food is delicious and every dish is appetizing.
The young couple didn't even have time to eat, and went to toast with the fake wine.
It's Jinro Soju mixed with Sprite, the ratio is 0.5:9.5.
The first place to be toasted is naturally the head table.
This is the table where the elders from both sides are sitting.
Respect each one according to their age.
Elderly people who cannot drink alcohol can drink tea or warm water instead.
"It's not easy for Ji-eun to grow up. She has suffered a lot of grievances along the way. If she does something wrong in the future, please bear with her."
When Ji-eun's mother took the wine glass, her voice was gentle and a little earnest.
Jin Qixuan nodded respectfully and said:
"Please rest assured, she is the only one who beats me at home."
"Mom, don't listen to his nonsense."
As she spoke, Lee Ji-eun secretly pinched the soft flesh on Kim Ki-hyeon's waist.
"Aunt, look..."
Jin Qixuan looked aggrieved, which made the elders present laugh.
"Alright, alright, kid."
Ji Eun's mother smiled and shook her head, then turned to Lee Ji Eun and said, "Ji Eun, you must also take good care of Qi Xuan. Husbands and wives should support and understand each other."
Li Zhien nodded obediently and said, "Mom, I will."
Then, the two continued to toast other elders.
After the family members finished toasting, the two went to the tables of both teams.
Let’s toast to these heroes who silently support them behind the scenes.
Jin Qixuan held up his wine glass and said to his agent:
"Brother Bingxu, thank you for your care and support for me all the time."
Sheng Bingxu took the wine glass with a smile and said:
"There is still a long way to go, let's work hard together."
The other side.
IU also thanked Bae Jong-han, Jung Han-te, Director Geun-woo, makeup artist, etc.
This is a big circle.
Jin Qixuan felt uncomfortable after drinking it.
Even though it was mixed with Sprite, there was basically no taste of alcohol.
But it's bloated! Li Zhien noticed Jin Qixuan's discomfort, secretly leaned close to his ear and whispered: "Are you okay? Do you want to rest first?"
Jin Qixuan forced a smile, shook his head, and said, "It's okay. I can do it."
Lee Ji-eun knew that he didn't want to spoil everyone's fun, so she didn't insist.
She just held his hand tighter and gave him silent support.
After a while, the two came to the table of guests they invited again and toasted.
"Teacher, thank you for your cultivation and teachings."
Professor Li took Jin Qixuan's glass with a smile and said:
"Qixuan, seeing you so happy today, I am also very happy. There is still a long way to go, you must walk well."
Jin Qixuan nodded, clinked glasses with Professor Li, and then turned to Li Zhien.
The two of them toasted Professor Li together.
"Director Li, Director Feng, Director Han... welcome to our show."
Then, Jin Qixuan toasted to the directors present one by one.
"I wish you a happy marriage."
Director Lee Chang-dong took the glass and smiled.
"Thank you, Director Li."
"Director Feng, thank you for your support."
After drinking, Jin Qixuan turned to director Bong Joon-ho and raised his glass again.
"No, Senior is here, you are embarrassing me by saying this."
Bong Joon-ho knew that Kim Kye-hyun was going to star in Lee Chang-dong's new movie.
And he's the male lead.
Compared to the irreplaceable third male lead in "Parasite", it can't really be considered a promotion.
"Sorry, I was not careful enough."
Jin Qixuan hurriedly apologized.
"Hahaha, don't be nervous, it's just a joke."
Bong Joon-ho laughed and patted Kim Ki-hyeon on the shoulder.
After drinking the "wine", Jin Qixuan asked:
"Director Bong, is the post-production of our movie finished?"
Bong Joon-ho nodded and said, "We will submit it to Cannes next week. If everything goes well, we hope to make our debut at the Cannes Film Festival."
“That’s great.”
Jin Qixuan has read all the shortlisted works at the Cannes Film Festival for two consecutive years.
He is confident that the film "Parasite" has the possibility of being selected for Cannes.
This also means.
Jin Qixuan will attend the Cannes Film Festival with his works for three consecutive years.
This kind of achievement is unprecedented in the Peninsula film industry.
Now Jin Qixuan's performance can be said to be far ahead of others.
He has long left all the actors of his generation behind.
Kim Ki-hyun's situation is similar to Liu Yaren's situation.
Earlier, Yoo Ah-in was known as the "Four Little Freshmen of Chungmuro" together with Kim Soo-hyun, Song Joong-ki and others.
At that time, the leader of the four young actors was Kim Soo-hyun, who was at the peak of his career after "My Love from the Star".
For the two movies "The Throne" and "Veteran", Kim Soo-hyun was the first choice.
In the end, he didn't answer.
I went back to film "The Producers"...
Afterwards, everyone knew about it.
Yoo Ah-in emerged as a dark horse and won the Blue Dragon Award for Best Actor and the Baeksang Arts Award for Best Actor that year.
After that, the name “Four Little Freshmen of Chungmuro” disappeared.
However, there are some differences between Kim Ki-hyun and Yoo Ah-in's eras.
At that time, Song Joong-ki, Kim Soo-hyun, Lee Min-ho and the like were really powerful.
Yoo Ah-in felt very uncomfortable because of the pressure from his looks.
As for the male actors born in the 1990s on Jin Qixuan's side, there is really no one who can fight well.
Actors born in the 1990s like Wei Hajun, Nam Joo Hyuk, and Song Jiang have developed quite well.
Either they have just debuted, or they are still in the best newcomer stage.
If it weren’t for Jin Qixuan taking the lead.
The presence of post-90s male actors in the film and television industry is no different from that of the third-generation girl groups in K-pop.
It jumped directly to the generation of Cha Eun-woo, Ahn Hyo-seop, and Lee Do-hyun who were born after 1995.
After drinking with Bong Joon-ho.
Jin Qixuan turned around and asked director Han Dongyu about the post-production progress of the movie "When a Man Falls in Love" and its expected release date.
"The post-production is 40% complete and is expected to be completed in about two months. The release date will have to be discussed with Warner Bros. after the post-production is completed. However, it will definitely be released this year."
After understanding the situation, Jin Qixuan, Li Zhien and others toasted one by one.
After toasting with the guests invited by Kim Ki-hyeon, they went to toast with the guests invited by Lee Ji-eun.
After everyone has toasted.
The two separated.
They each went to the guests they invited to chat about their own things.
About an hour later.
Some people who had other things to do left the venue early.
Before leaving, Professor Li called Jin Qixuan out.
Jin Qixuan's academic program is a five-year master's and doctoral program.
The current course is at the doctoral level.
I will graduate in another year and a half.
Although, the Department of Drama and the Department of Film of Chung-Ang University are very famous.
Ranked first in the Peninsula.
It is even one of the schools in the Global Alliance of Theatre Schools.
But no matter how awesome you are, you still need students to learn from you...
Therefore, the school is naturally reluctant to let go of the current Central University’s golden signboard.
Therefore, on behalf of President Park, Professor Li invited Jin Qixuan to stay in the school to teach after graduation in the future.
Continue to exert his remaining heat...
Of course, the school doesn't use him for nothing.
After Jin Qixuan accumulated a certain amount of teaching experience.
You can then naturally apply for associate professor, and finally professor.
It is even possible to become a department head.
You know, in the peninsula, the position of professor is the most respected.
No doubt about it.
No matter whether the school is making promises to Jin Qixuan again.
Anyway, he ate it.
First of all, I can teach at my alma mater.
For him, continuing to inherit and promote the art of drama is both an honor and a responsibility.
Besides, there will be a baby in the future.
Then, both parents become busier than each other, which directly causes the child to become a left-behind child.
How painful it would be if he didn't kiss me and cried when I hugged him.
Therefore, Jin Qixuan did not hesitate and directly accepted the invitation.
However, he responded to Professor Li's invitation by saying, "I'll follow the teacher's arrangements on everything."
Just maximize Professor Li’s emotional value.
Actually think about it.
It’s quite wonderful to teach in a school and experience retirement life in advance.
When the time comes, Jin Qixuan will bring the child with him when he teaches.
Let them be influenced by university culture from an early age.
In my spare time.
Then take them to see their mother's concert, or to the set to watch their father filming.
Such a childhood life is both colorful and full of cultural heritage.
It makes me feel good just thinking about it.
(End of this chapter)
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