Peninsula: Starting with Hijacking Yoona

7. Activate the system, strange rewards

Since her debut, Yoona has seen countless suitors. Some deliberately restrained themselves out of gentlemanly manners, while others were cautious due to their senior-junior relationship. All of them were careful and slowly tested the waters, keeping their true feelings well hidden.

But no one had ever been like Li Jingcheng, who was younger than her and clearly a junior, yet never once called her "Noona" in a single word. His eyes were direct and burning, and he made almost no attempt to hide his intense possessiveness.

He dared to ask for 50 million won on their first meeting, and before leaving, he kissed her on the cheek without a care in the world.

Sure enough. Those younger relatives who don't use honorifics or call their elders "sister" are all incredibly ambitious.

So what if you're an international student?

Yoona gently placed her palm on her still burning cheeks, but instead of being angry, she felt a chaotic mix of emotions, unable to even describe her feelings.

She subconsciously got up and opened the window, wanting to take another look at her audacious younger brother. Unexpectedly, she immediately met Li Jingcheng's gaze from downstairs. Not only had he not left, but he was also looking up at her, seemingly anticipating her next move. A mischievous smile and undisguised smugness graced his face. The moment their eyes met, he waved his phone, as if hinting at something.

But the next second he turned and left, the black Audi quickly driving away and disappearing completely from her sight.

Yoona's heart was pounding wildly. She could still feel the lingering warmth on her cheek. Almost instinctively, she reached for her phone and tapped her message list.

Sure enough, Li Jingcheng's text message popped up.

A strange tightness gripped her throat, and she felt thirsty. Her gaze swept over the cup of hot cocoa on the table, still steaming slightly. Her mind was in turmoil, and without thinking, she picked it up and drank several mouthfuls. The warm, sweet aroma slid down her throat, calming her agitation slightly, before she lowered her eyes to look at the text on her phone.

But as soon as his gaze fell on the text message, his mind suddenly went blank. This hot cocoa was the one Li Jingcheng had just drunk.

She froze abruptly, her fingers gripping the cup stiffening. The heat that had just subsided on her cheeks surged back, even more intense than before. It wasn't anger, but an indescribable, subtle, and shy warmth that spread from her ears down her neck.

Indirect kissing...

The four words flashed through her mind, and she felt somewhat at a loss. Could it be that the boy did it on purpose? Did he anticipate that she would be thirsty and grab the drink? And indirect kissing is nothing, so why is she having such a strong reaction?

Yoona bit her lower lip, not annoyed, but feeling a mix of confusion and itch in her heart, as if she had been gently brushed by a feather.

She composed herself before carefully reading the text message Li Jingcheng had sent. Its tone was straightforward yet considerate, filled with words that resonated with her daily life:

"Yoona, your sleep schedule is messed up. You often don't eat on time, and you eat too little to look good on camera, which can easily upset your stomach. I ordered you a corn silk tea and a vegetable salad at that coffee shop earlier. They're both low-dress and won't make you gain weight. Remember to finish them before you leave. Also, be careful after you go out. There's a black car following you. It's definitely not your manager, Yoona. It can't be anyone but Lee Seung-gi. It's definitely this guy. He doesn't look like a good person at all! Be careful. If you have any problems, call me. I'm available 24/7."

Lin Yoona looked at the text message, her fingertips lightly tracing the screen. A hint of shyness slowly transformed into a complex warmth in her heart. This guy, seemingly wild, is actually quite shrewd. But is he really going to smear Lee Seung-gi right in front of me like this?

It really is...

Lin Yoona smiled helplessly, walked to the window again, and lifted the curtain a little to look down. Li Jingcheng was nowhere to be seen downstairs; only the taillights of a car could be faintly seen at the end of the street. She glanced to her side and saw a strange black sedan parked not far away, its engine off, but it hadn't left.

It's unlikely to be paparazzi. Lee Seung-gi had driven Im Yoon-a home before, but he didn't know the address. Especially since he was dealing with photos at the time, it's unlikely someone was following him.

"It really is him."

Lim Yoona muttered something under her breath, her tone not showing any surprise, but rather a sudden feeling of slight annoyance. Lee Seung-gi was a man of deep thoughts, so it wasn't surprising at all.

She glanced down at her phone again; Li Jingcheng's text message was still on the screen, the last sentence a direct and protective admonition. She recalled the sudden kiss, the hot cocoa she'd indirectly drunk, and his words, "Even without makeup, I'm still the number one idol."

Yoona sighed softly, her fingers unconsciously stroking her burning cheeks. Her long eyelashes drooped and then gently lifted, the initial panic in her eyes gradually dissipating, replaced by a soft mist she herself didn't even notice. Her usually cool and sharp gaze now held a touch of girlish softness and dazedness. The corners of her mouth involuntarily turned up slightly, only to be forcibly suppressed, but the undisguised tenderness in her brows and eyes betrayed the ripples of first love quietly stirring within her heart.

She doesn't call younger women "sister," her mind is definitely wild.

But she doesn't seem to dislike you.

No sooner had he finished speaking than a soft knock came at the door.

It was a coffee shop employee delivering the food.

Im Yoona subconsciously pulled the mask aside to cover her bare face, got up, opened the door, took the paper bag, whispered a thank you, and then carried the things inside.

She opened the package, which contained a refreshing low-calorie vegetable sandwich, a lightly dressed salad, and a cup of warm corn silk tea—0 sugar, 0 calories, with a light corn aroma, warm and non-irritating, reducing swelling and soothing the throat, indeed very suitable for female artists.

Perhaps it was because of her emotional ups and downs, or perhaps it was because the hot cocoa whetted her appetite, but Yoona surprisingly had a big appetite.

She ate slowly; the taste was refreshing and not greasy, the temperature was just right, and every dish was thoughtfully prepared. Even though they were just meeting, and so many other people had shown her concern, ordering milk tea and takeout, why was it this time...?

Im Yoona subtly curved her lips into a sweet smile that she herself didn't even realize. She simply took out her phone and started tapping on the screen, repeatedly deleting and rewriting the words she typed.

On the other side,

Li Jingcheng, who was in the car, didn't drive far before finding a place to park. He couldn't wait any longer, and silently muttered to himself,

"take over!"

Ding! New player gift pack successfully received!

[Achieved] Bajiquan (Minor Mastery)

[Note] The understanding of boxing techniques, the secrets of power generation, and the foundation of stance training have been fully instilled into the body without any aftereffects.

[Obtained] Marrow Cleansing Pill ×1

[Instructions] It takes effect immediately after taking it, cleanses the body and marrow, improves physical condition, and removes hidden ailments and impurities from the body.

[Acquired] Basic Malice Perception (Passive Skill)

[Note] If there is any malice, murderous intent, or ambush targeting the host within a 10-meter radius, an alert will be automatically triggered.

[Received] 10 O'Clock National Ratings Increase Card ×1

[Note] This app is compatible with Al Jazeera and can be used for variety shows, dramas, and other programs. Using it will significantly increase the viewership rating by 10.0.

[Special Reminder] This card only increases viewership and ratings; it cannot improve the quality of program content. If the program itself has a weak plot, numerous flaws, and poor reputation, viewer complaints and negative reviews will not only continue to appear but may even increase.

[Acquired] Empathy Replica

[Description] This is a proactive and controllable acting skill that allows for brief empathy and replication of a character's past life and inner thoughts. It enables the actor to genuinely perceive the character's experiences, obsessions, hidden feelings, and emotional conflicts, moving away from formulaic and superficial performances. This allows expressions, eyes, and subtle movements to resonate with the character's true nature, resulting in natural and nuanced emotional progression, suitable for portraying characters of all styles.

【Special Reminder】Under normal circumstances, the skill's state is stable and controllable, and you can calmly detach yourself after filming without being affected or disturbed by the character's emotions; only when the host subjectively and voluntarily immerses themselves in the empathy will they fall into a deep state of immersion in the role and find it difficult to quickly detach themselves from the character.

[Received] Intercept Gold Coins *10

[Received] 5 Lottery Tickets

...

Li Jingcheng looked at the black dumpling in his hand and the prompt on the system interface, his expression somewhat dazed. Is the peninsula really that dangerous now?

Why are you only showing me stuff from Hong Kong variety shows?

Fortunately, I didn't get a pistol with unlimited ammo, otherwise I wouldn't know where to put it.

And there's this empathy replication skill...

Emmm, thankfully I have a skill related to K-pop, otherwise I would have thought I had transmigrated into a gang world. But I guess it's an acting skill.

And this mainly involves lucky draws and gold coin exchanges, right?

Unfortunately, the additional Mystery Shop and Universal Lottery features on the interface are displayed in dark gray, indicating the system is not fully activated and items cannot be viewed.

However, there's no rush.

Now that I understand the correct way to use my system, the rest is up to me.

Li Jingcheng picked up his bottled water and put the Marrow Cleansing Pill in his mouth. Before he could even swallow, the pill melted instantly like ice, filling his mouth with a bitter, herbal taste.

"Damn it, this system!"