At this time, Bae Juhyun and her friends are in the midst of freshening up and preparing to head out.

The music festival starts in the afternoon, and it's still early morning in London, so there's no issue of running out of time.

As for the stage preparation, it's not really a problem. After all, Bae Juhyun and her friends have been on tour back and forth between various countries for the past half month, so their dance routines are more than ready.

"Did you come over without Irene knowing? She's been talking about you every day."

"Yeah, I got her parents and Seungwan to cover for me."

"...Honestly, have you two gotten married?"

Seong Taekyon's suspicious gaze made Liu Xin'an express helplessness; when counting the times, this shouldn't be the first time Seong Taekyon has asked him this question.

"Really, we haven't."

"You've even met her parents and got them to cover for you... It's strange if you two aren't getting married."

Liu Xin'an never expected that after being urged to marry by his future mother-in-law, he would face the same pressure from Seong Taekyon.

However, he is a master at taking a step back to advance.

"Then... when we get back, we'll register for a marriage certificate, and I'll take her back to China?"

"Uh, let's not; it's just fine as it is now."

Even though a manager of his level wouldn't lack work, honestly speaking... if he could, he'd still like to be the manager for these girls.

Despite being married, who wouldn't want to work with beautiful girls?

Ahem, that's just the superficial reason. On a deeper level, it's because he truly considers these girls his little sisters.

Eight years of friendship, you could say he's been by their side since they started their careers.

Want to take his sister away?

Have you asked her brother?

Looking at the man with a wary expression, Liu Xin'an was completely speechless.

"Bro!"

"Ahem, just kidding, tell me, how can I help you?"

"Actually, it's nothing much; just give me a ticket, one with a spot close to the stage for the music festival."

"Uh... you mean you don't want to meet Irene until the festival's show starts?"

"Yes."

"Wow, playing it risky there; if Irene hits you later, I won't stop her."

Seong Taekyon couldn't help but give a thumbs-up; these young folks sure know how to play.

Not seeing each other for so long, even he felt a pinch in his heart seeing Bae Juhyun daydream at times.

This guy dares not appear in front of her first thing after coming here?

His heart must be made of stone.

"It's okay, I'm prepared for it."

Joking aside, he already had the resolve to take a hit as soon as he came up with this plan.

"Just need one ticket?"

"Yes, just one ticket will do."

Seong Taekyon gave Liu Xin'an a long look and shook his head decisively.

"No."

"...Huh?"

Liu Xin'an didn't expect Seong Taekyon to refuse, so he was baffled by his reaction.

"No, either you meet with Irene before the festival starts, or you don't attend."

European music festivals aren't as mellow as those in Korea.

Moreover...

To be honest, everyone has vaguely sensed how much Bae Juhyun has been missing Liu Xin'an these days.

In an emotional atmosphere like a music festival stage, her emotions might burst out... no one can predict what she might do.

He's responsible for the group, the performance, and also for the fans coming to see it.

So for Seong Taekyon, ensuring the performance goes smoothly is the top priority.

Anything that could interfere with the stage, he'd eliminate immediately.

Just like Liu Xin'an's current request.

"That girl misses you a lot; if you suddenly appear at the festival, she might do something irrational, and you wouldn't want that either, right?"

Seong Taekyon's calm analysis quieted Liu Xin'an, who pursed his lips and, after thinking it over, took a deep breath.

"I got it, Taekyon bro; I'll go see her later."

"Hmm." Seong Taekyon gave a look of 'Promising young man,' gently patting Liu Xin'an's shoulder and showing a gentle expression, "Don't worry too much, Irene isn't the type to do something as crude as hitting."

"I understand, but I should still prepare a bit."

"If you need any help, just say the word."

"Ah, no worries, I'll handle it myself, thanks, Taekyon bro, it was good I got in touch with you in advance, or I'd be in big trouble~"

Liu Xin'an's self-deprecating humor brought a laugh from Seong Taekyon.

After sending off Seong Taekyon, Liu Xin'an didn't linger in the hotel.

If he were to prepare a surprise, the most basic thing, roses, needed to be prepared first.

This, he definitely needed, for without roses and gifts as a buffer, he didn't really believe he could withstand his girlfriend's excited pounce.

As for Seong Taekyon's comment about Bae Juhyun being gentle...

He seriously doubted Seong Taekyon's understanding of Bae Juhyun might have a disconnect somewhere.

Though London isn't quite Paris, the inherent openness of Europeans is still there.

Flower shops are everywhere, and soon Liu Xin'an bought the roses he planned to give Bae Juhyun.

"Is it for a beloved woman, sir?"

Liu Xin'an nodded and proficiently answered the lady shopkeeper's question in English.