novellhall Chapter 45 Kidnapping the Person Lee Byung-hun Coveted
Chapter 45 Kidnapping the Person Lee Byung-hun Coveted
Li Zhixing coughed twice and shamelessly leaned closer: "Nuna, what are you saying? I was just afraid of appearing too high-class on set."
Kim So-yeon, watching from the side with a gossipy expression, couldn't help but interject, "Is your relationship good or bad?"
Li Zhixing replied with a grin, "Of course it couldn't be better. This is Kim Tae-hee, every man's dream. Who wouldn't want to be close to her?"
Kim Tae-hee, however, remained unmoved, crossing her arms and sneering, "Don't try to get close to me. Pretty words won't work. Let me tell you..."
"Tae-hee-ssi, get ready for the next scene!" came the assistant director's shout from not far away.
Kim Tae-hee turned her head and responded, then turned back and warned in a low, menacing voice, "Hey, you brat, you're not allowed to leave. After I finish filming this scene, I'm going to settle the score with you today."
Li Zhixing's face fell, and he raised his hands in surrender: "Okay, okay, I understand. Noona, fighting! By the way, Noona's eyes are already very big, so please don't stare like that during filming."
"Hey!" Kim Tae-hee kicked him angrily, but Lee Ji-haeng nimbly dodged it.
Watching Kim Tae-hee storm off in a huff, Kim So-yeon stared at Lee Ji-hyung, her eyes full of curiosity: "Tae-hee is usually so good-tempered and polite to everyone, what did you do to offend her?"
Li Zhixing helplessly shrugged: "It's all a misunderstanding, I'm innocent too."
He clearly had no intention of explaining in detail, and instead smiled and changed the subject: "It seems like this is the first time I've seen Soyeon with short hair, it looks so different."
Kim So-yeon's attention was indeed diverted. She nervously brushed a stray strand of hair behind her ear, a little unsure of herself, and asked, "Doesn't it suit me? Sigh, I only cut it to fit the role..."
Li Zhixing shook his head seriously: "No, it feels very suitable, very fitting for the role of Agent Kim Sun-hwa. She is dashing and heroic, completely different from the gentle image of Senior So-yeon in the past. After the drama airs, this new image of her will probably be very popular."
At this point, Li Zhixing paused and added, "As long as the action scenes are crisp and the fight scenes are well-designed, this character will definitely be a pleasant surprise."
"Really?"
Kim So-yeon's face lit up with surprise. After hearing this professional analysis, most of her insecurity dissipated, and even her way of addressing him changed naturally: "Zhi-xing, aren't you the martial arts director? How about you design some good moves for Noona?"
"Of course, no problem," Li Zhixing agreed with a smile.
……
Around 5 PM, thanks to the high shooting efficiency today, especially since Kim Tae-hee didn't have many NGs, the crew wrapped up early.
In the rest area, Lee Byung-hun, while having his assistant pack up his things, smiled and looked around at everyone, suggesting, "We're finishing work so early today, how about we get together? I just bought a new house in Bundang, let's go over and have a couple of drinks, consider it a housewarming party."
Although he said this to everyone, his gaze seemed to fall on Kim Tae-hee almost imperceptibly.
Jung Joon-ho smiled and chimed in, "Great! Byung-hun's family has quite a few top-quality red wines. We're in for a treat today."
Kim Seung-woo jokingly added, "Byung-hun really loves investing in real estate. If you guys don't have any schedules, let's all go and join in the fun."
Then, Kim Seung-woo looked at Lee Ji-haeng beside him and said, "Ji-haeng, why don't you come along too? It'll be a good opportunity for everyone to get to know each other better."
Recently, with "Haeundae" surpassing 10 million viewers, the crew wanted to have celebratory dinners every day. The non-stop drinking parties were too much for Lee Ji-hsing to handle, so he was no longer willing to go to any housewarming banquets.
Just as he was pondering what excuse to use to politely decline, Lee Byung-hun had already taken the initiative to throw the conversation to Kim Tae-hee: "Tae-hee, what about you? We can also discuss our upcoming scenes together."
Kim Tae-hee bowed slightly apologetically: "I'm so sorry, Byung-hun sunbaenim, I already have plans for tonight."
Lee Byung-hun raised an eyebrow and jokingly remarked, "Oh? You're even canceling my housewarming party? Looks like it's a very important date?"
Kim Tae-hee did not respond directly to the teasing, but instead turned to look at Lee Ji-hyung who was standing next to her.
"Zhixing, what are you standing there for? Hurry up and go."
After he finished speaking, there was a moment of silence, and several pairs of eyes immediately turned to him.
Lee Byung-hun's smile froze, and he gave Lee Ji-haeng a meaningful look.
Sensing the awkward atmosphere, Li Zhixing felt a sense of helplessness. This woman was clearly using him as an excuse to get away.
But Kim Tae-hee had already bowed slightly to everyone politely: "Esteemed seniors, please excuse us."
Li Zhixing could only bite the bullet and bow in return: "Senior Bingxian, I am truly sorry, I wish you a pleasant stay."
After saying goodbye, the two walked out of the rest area one after the other.
Once out of sight of everyone, Li Zhixing lowered his voice and complained, "Nuna, you did this on purpose, didn't you?"
Kim Tae-hee didn't stop walking. She turned her head and glanced at him, her tone sly: "What are you saying? I'm just helping you out of a tight spot."
……
underground garage.
Kim Tae-hee sent her assistant away first, then got into the driver's seat and gestured for Lee Ji-haeng to get into the passenger seat.
Watching Kim Tae-hee start the car, Lee Ji-haeng couldn't help but ask, "Noona, you called me away in front of so many people, aren't you worried about rumors about us spreading on set tomorrow?"
Kim Tae-hee expertly steered the wheel and snorted, "Don't worry, everyone's not stupid. I'm Kim Tae-hee, how could I possibly be interested in a newcomer like you?"
Li Zhixing immediately retorted, "No way! I'm a hot newcomer right now. If a scandal were to break out, I'd be the one who suffers, okay?"
"Hey, you little rascal!"
Joking aside, once the car was on the main road, Kim Tae-hee's expression turned serious: "Why did you have to come and take on this hot potato? With your current popularity, can't you find other roles to play?"
"You stole Choi Seung-hyun's role, aren't you afraid of getting harassed by BIGBANG's crazy fans?"
Lee Ji-hsing leaned back in his chair, unconcerned: "But I just love this role. Writer Kim's original setting for the assassin BIG is very challenging, the schedule is right, and I can also learn some acting tips from senior actor Byung-hun and see if I can steal the spotlight from him during our scenes together."
Kim Tae-hee glared at him, her tone turning serious: "Let me warn you, you'd better just go and learn acting skills, and don't pick up all his messy habits from behind. You'd better avoid participating in the parties he organizes."
Lee Byung-hun's acting skills are undoubtedly impeccable, but his private reputation is well-known in the industry.
"Don't worry, Nuna, don't you know me?" Li Zhixing shrugged. "I have no interest in those messy and chaotic situations. I'd rather spend that time figuring out how to make more money."
Upon hearing the word "make money," Kim Tae-hee's face instantly darkened.
She jerked the steering wheel sharply, and with a sudden screech of brakes, the car pulled over to a stop.
She turned her head and stared at Li Zhixing through gritted teeth.
"Hey, Li Zhixing, you owe me ten billion!"
Li Zhixing was speechless: "Nuna, your past endorsement fees were clearly 800 million, where did this 1 billion come from?"
"Hey, I was supposed to negotiate a billion this year!" Kim Tae-hee glared at him angrily. "Don't try to change the subject. I've asked people inside LG, and it was you who suggested using Girls' Generation at the planning meeting that ultimately led to the decision to change the cast. You dare say it wasn't you?"
Li Zhixing helplessly spread his hands: "Noona, you're completely wronging me. The senior management of LG's planning department had already set the tone. The new generation of Chocolate phones will focus on youth and touch screen interaction, targeting the teens and twenties. They originally planned to change to a younger spokesperson with stronger idol attributes."
Seeing Kim Tae-hee's still skeptical look, he continued to protest, "I'm just a lowly temporary worker. I'm even a first-time MV director. How could I possibly be qualified to decide who will be LG's spokesperson?"
"I just mentioned it during a meeting, following the wishes of their higher-ups: if they're looking for young idols, then it has to be Girls' Generation."
Kim Tae-hee knew very well what was going on in her heart.
The fact that LG insiders used Li Zhixing as a shield is simply because they were too embarrassed to say "the image doesn't match" and were just making up an excuse.
But knowing this doesn't stop her from making a fuss about it.
"I don't care, those words came from your mouth, and you're the one who made me lose the endorsement!" Kim Tae-hee crossed her arms, adopting a defiant stance. "You have to give me an explanation today, and pay me ten billion won!"
Seeing this top beauty in South Korea acting unreasonably in front of him, Lee Ji-hwan was both amused and exasperated.
Li Zhixing tentatively tried to reassure her, "How about this, Nuna? Once you're on set, I'll personally coach your action scenes and make sure you do a great job. What do you say?"
It would have been better if this hadn't been brought up, because once it was, Kim Tae-hee's face darkened even more: "Shouldn't it have been agreed that you would be in charge of my action training when the casting was just finished? And what happened? You took the action choreographing job for 'Jeon Woo-chi,' and then just walked away!"
Knowing he was in the wrong, Li Zhixing argued in a low voice, "Didn't I find you another coach? That senior is much more experienced than me."
"You dare talk back!"
Seeing that Kim Tae-hee was about to lose her temper again, Lee Ji-haeng quickly changed the subject: "Don't worry, Noona, you're LG's exclusive spokesperson. LG has had you endorse so many products. Losing a phone is nothing. Maybe they'll compensate you with other products."
Kim Tae-hee looked at him suspiciously, her expression softening slightly.
Li Zhixing continued, "Maybe next season's LG kimchi refrigerator, or that high-end rice cooker, will be yours. That's national-level exposure."
The carriage was silent for two seconds.
The kimchi refrigerator and rice cooker are endorsed by married housewife-type female celebrities!
Kim Tae-hee reacted quickly, reaching out and grabbing Lee Ji-haeng's ear.
"Hey, Li Zhixing, are you saying I'm old?"
"Ouch, ouch, ouch! Noona, let go!" Li Zhixing tilted his head and begged for mercy repeatedly.
Just then, Li Zhixing's cell phone rang.
Kim Tae-hee snorted coldly and released her grip.
Li Zhixing rubbed his reddened ears and answered the phone.
"Teacher?" Li Zhixing asked, somewhat puzzled.
A deep voice came from the other end of the phone: "I heard you kidnapped Kim Tae-hee? They've even come to me to complain."
"Huh?" Li Zhixing was a little confused and subconsciously glanced at Kim Tae-hee, who was fixing her hair next to him.
"What? Come find me." The other party said irritably and hung up the phone.
Lee Ji-haeng sighed helplessly and turned to look at Kim Tae-hee.
"Noona, send me to action school."
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