Fortunately, at the moment, there's no chance for any of this to be exposed.

Taking advantage of the information gap, Son Seungwan doesn't mind earning a little extra for herself, and Liu Xin'an is more than willing to keep it secret for her, after all, the two of them are in this together, there's no need to turn on each other.

Liu Xin'an has gained space and time with Bae Juhyun, while Bae Juhyun has gained surprise and love, and as for her... she's happy with winning the bet, this round is definitely a win-win-win!

"What are the stakes?"

She continued to set the bait, and the excited Bae Juhyun didn't realize that Son Seungwan was confident of winning. After thinking for a few seconds, Bae Juhyun handed the choice to Son Seungwan.

"You tell me."

"Hmm, there's a place in London I've always wanted to visit. Since our last stop is London anyway, if I win, would you treat us to a meal, Juhyun unnie?"

A store that catches her eye definitely wouldn't be cheap.

But as for the current Bae Juhyun...

Isn't it just money?

How much can they eat? She knows all too well how small these girls' appetites are.

"Sure, but if I win, Seungwan, you'll have to pay for the kids."

"OK! But since it's a bet, you mustn't tell Liu Xin'an about this."

"Hmph, I wouldn't do something so distasteful."

"Deal?"

"Deal!"

The two little hands lightly touched, producing a crisp clapping sound.

Kang Seulgi and Kim Yerin, who were watching, quickly clapped their hands.

They've hit the jackpot. No matter who wins, they get a free meal.

Such bets... if possible, they hope there will be more and more in the future!

Of course, Son Seungwan is calculating against Bae Juhyun, but Bae Juhyun also agreed after careful consideration.

For her, it's a win either way.

If she wins, she gets a free meal.

If she loses...

With Liu Xin'an coming over, how can she possibly pay?

Of course.

Liu Xin'an better come.

If he doesn't come... the joy of victory can't wash away her resentment.

If Liu Xin'an really knows how to read the room, he'd better hurry over.

She really really... misses him.

———

"Achoo!"

No matter what, today is also a day to visit the future father-in-law's family, and even if Liu Xin'an doesn't want to stay overnight, it's indeed difficult to broach the topic.

Logically, for Bae Juhyun to reduce suspicion, the best outcome would be to return early today, then pretend he just finished shooting with Yu and the others.

But...

"Leaving?"

A calm sentence from Bae's father made Liu Xin'an swallow his firm answer back.

"Uh... just thinking of going for a walk."

"Hmm, don't leave tonight, the bedding is all set, you'll sleep in Juhyun's room, and have a drink with me tonight."

Liu Xin'an grinned, nodded obediently, and agreed, then stood up and headed towards the door.

There's no other way now, he'd have to take leave from the live broadcast. Fortunately, he had already informed Yu and Li Yuanjun yesterday, so he can just tell everyone online that he has some filming work, thus finding a reason for not broadcasting.

However, for now, he should give Bae Juhyun a call.

Can't go a whole day without contacting his girlfriend, can he?

She sent him messages not long ago, just to hear his voice, and feared disturbing his work.

Once outside, Liu Xin'an dialed Bae Juhyun's number.

In just an instant, the call was answered, the soft voice of the girl made him feel delighted.

"Not busy?"

"Just sent my friends back, I need to edit some videos tonight, so I'm planning to pause tonight's live stream."

"Oh~ Did you show them the video?"

Around noon, Liu Xin'an really did receive a video from his girlfriend.

Of course, he honestly forwarded the video to the two, and received their excited replies.

The emojis sent almost flooded the screen.

"Yes, they were excited."

"Are they fans?"

"Not really, but you're an artist, meeting an artist doesn't happen often... Are you having lunch?"

Liu Xin'an subtly shifted the topic to Bae Juhyun's side, and Bae Juhyun didn't think much of it, softly replied "Mhm," and then chuckled and asked, "Want to see?"

"Ah, I'm outside."

"Hmm? Out and about?"

"Yes, went out to buy something, I'll be back soon."

"Then I'll send you the photo! We're eating pasta today, doesn't taste as good as yours~"

Her words were filled with intimacy and longing.

Liu Xin'an clearly heard it, he chuckled softly, pretending not to notice her meaning, gently said, "Once you're back, I'll cook for you every day."

"Okay~ I'm going to eat now, don't stay up too late, if it's too late, sleep early, don't wait for me, okay?"

"Okay."

"Bye bye~"

"Bye bye."

The short call ended quickly, Liu Xin'an exhaled deeply, looking up at the slightly darkening sky.

Once he gets through today, he'll start preparing for the London trip.

Counting the time on his fingers, he frowned.

Still nearly ten days... is it only five days since Bae Juhyun went abroad for work?

For the first time in his life, Liu Xin'an felt that time passes so slowly.

After the call, Liu Xin'an returned to the Bae family.

While he was outside making a call, Bae Jinhee had also returned, and now Bae Jinhee was wearing a breezy T-shirt and shorts, sitting cross-legged on the couch watching TV.

Seeing Liu Xin'an come in, she raised an eyebrow, teasingly asked, "Calling my sister? You looked so focused."

"You saw me?"

"Uh-huh, afraid my sister would recognize my voice, I didn't bother greeting, how did it go? Is my sister suspicious?"

Liu Xin'an shook his head, smilingly replied, "Not yet."

"Why only 'not yet'?"

"Just feeling... this surprise might get exposed."

"Ah? Why?"

Liu Xin'an scratched his cheek, sat on the other side of the couch, keeping a bit of distance from Bae Jinhee.

"Just feel like it might get exposed."

"Uh... don't understand."