Chapter 39: A Visit to SM, the Elders and Youngsters of SJ-Starlight Shines on the Peninsula(A traveler in a green robe wanders through misty mountains veiled in rain.)

“Little Crystal, long time no see!” At that moment, Chen Yuqi walked over, smiling as she greeted Jung Soo-jung.

Because she often tutored Jung Soo-jung, Chen Yuqi had spent quite a bit of time with her, and came to understand her true personality. Contrary to her icy exterior, Jung Soo-jung was not aloof at all. Once you became familiar with her, her soft and adorable side would gradually reveal itself. Their relationship, unexpectedly, was quite good.

After discovering Jung Soo-jung’s real character, Chen Yuqi had once considered introducing her to her own younger brother, or arranging a blind date between them. But after discussing it with her best friend, Choi Soo-young, the idea was quickly dismissed.

The reason was that Soo-jung was still in the rising phase of her artist career, and it wasn’t suitable. Moreover, Jung Soo-yeon, her sister and notorious little-sister protector, would never agree to such a thing. As for Chen Zhe’s previous personality, how should it be put? In Choi Soo-young’s opinion, there was simply no possibility of sparks between him and Soo-jung.

But now, with Chen Zhe’s recent transformation, Choi Soo-young felt he was much more suited for Jung Soo-jung. From her interactions with him over the past two or three days, she had noticed a significant change in his personality—he had become gentle and more tolerant. This was just right for Jung Soo-jung, who occasionally acted a little spoiled or threw minor tantrums.

While the atmosphere in the Girls’ Generation lounge became even livelier with Jung Soo-jung’s arrival, on the other side, the trio of Chen Zhe also arrived at the Super Junior members’ lounge.

“Oppas, are you in there? I’m coming in!” Im Yoon-ah knocked a few times on the Super Junior lounge door, and without waiting for a response, she suddenly pushed the door open and rushed inside.

Based on her past experience, entering at this time would certainly let her catch the Super Junior oppas red-handed, and she could use this as leverage to make them treat her or buy her snacks. In her excitement, Im Yoon-ah completely forgot her original purpose for coming.

Choi Soo-young, watching Im Yoon-ah’s antics, immediately understood her intentions. After all, the two had often teamed up to trick the Super Junior brothers together. She still remembered their favorite targets had always been Han Geng and Heechul. Unfortunately, thinking of this, Choi Soo-young sighed a bit wistfully.

“How dare you, Heechul oppa, you’re secretly eating snacks behind our backs!” Just as Choi Soo-young was about to invite Chen Zhe in, Im Yoon-ah’s loud exclamation rang out, making the two of them pause for a moment.

“What? Prepare to pay, Heechul oppa, you’re sneaking snacks without us!” After realizing what was happening, Choi Soo-young’s eyes immediately sparkled with mischief. She motioned to Chen Zhe to follow and, just like Im Yoon-ah, charged energetically into the room.

Watching the two renowned foodies’ actions, Chen Zhe could only shake his head helplessly and follow leisurely behind them.

Upon entering, Chen Zhe immediately saw three young men engaged in playful banter with Im Yoon-ah: one with androgynous features and long hair, one with a slightly fuller build, and another who was rather lean. And there was Choi Soo-young, already munching on a bag of snacks, watching the scene unfold.

“Ahem, Heechul oppa, Shindong oppa, Ryeowook oppa, let me introduce you to my brother, Chen Zhe! Ah Zhe, greet the oppas!” Choi Soo-young, munching snacks and watching the commotion, quickly noticed Chen Zhe’s arrival. She hurried over to his side, feigning a few coughs to draw everyone’s attention.

Turning their heads to see what new scheme Choi Soo-young was up to, Kim Heechul, Shindong, and Kim Ryeowook finally noticed Chen Zhe standing beside her. Their minds were full of questions, but before they could ask, Choi Soo-young began her introduction.

“No, Ah Zhe isn’t just Soo-young unnie’s brother, he’s our Girls’ Generation brother too!” Just as Chen Zhe was about to greet the Super Junior trio, Im Yoon-ah stepped forward, wagging her finger at Kim Heechul and the others, emphasizing that Chen Zhe was the collective brother of Girls’ Generation. After all, this was something they had already agreed upon.

“Annyeonghaseyo, Heechul-sunbae, Shindong-sunbae, Ryeowook-sunbae, I’m Chen Zhe from China. It’s a pleasure to meet you all!” Hearing Choi Soo-young and Im Yoon-ah’s words, Chen Zhe finally understood why Choi Soo-young had insisted he come along. She intended to introduce him to the Super Junior members, helping him expand his network. With that realization, Chen Zhe bowed slightly and greeted Kim Heechul and the others politely.