Faker: Junyan Understands Me Too Well

At 7 AM, Corki took off from Shanghai. By 9:37 AM, the international flight slowly landed at Incheon International Airport.

On the plane, the broadcast sounded on time, reminding passengers to gather their luggage and phones before disembarking.

Xu Junyan's eyes snapped open. He glanced at his phone, checking the time, and let out a soft breath.

We're here!

"That was fast," he muttered to himself. Xu Junyan stood up, retrieved his backpack from the overhead compartment, and paused as he prepared to leave. His gaze subconsciously drifted to the girl with the bun, wearing large sunglasses, who was still sound asleep in the window seat.

He now realized he had misunderstood her earlier. She hadn't intended to extort him at all. On the contrary, Miss Bae Joo-hyun's occasional behavior was, he had to admit, quite cute.

"Forget it."

Xu Junyan suddenly turned and walked away, not looking back. He remembered the matter with RNG and Yu Shuang, and his interest in such things had vanished.

Besides, he had only met Miss Bae Joo-hyun twice. He was slightly interested, but there was definitely no affection to speak of.

What Xu Junyan didn't know was that, in his eyes, Miss Bae Joo-hyun, curled up asleep by the window, had already opened her bright eyes from beneath her sunglasses.

She kept her eyes wide open, quietly watching Xu Junyan get up, grab his luggage, glance at her, and then look away before turning and leaving.

"This guy..."

Bae Joo-hyun pursed her lips. For some reason, she suddenly felt a bit disappointed.

After turning off her phone's airplane mode, her group chat with her Red Velvet members, Kang Seul-gi and Son Seung-wan, was already blowing up with notifications.

[Kang Seul-gi]: "Unnie, when are you coming back?"

[Son Seung-wan]: "Unnie unnie! What time is your flight? We're all shopping in Seoul. When you get back, we've decided to go to your place in Incheon for Korean BBQ! After that, the Finland duo will be ready, and we'll head to the Rift again! We'll absolutely crush those clueless guys in the bottom lane! 😂"

From their messages, one could easily discern their personalities. For example, Kang Seul-gi's tone was softer, much like her personality, suggesting she was likely gentle. Son Seung-wan, on the other hand, was much more cheerful and outgoing, with a hint of wildness in her tone, like a tomboy.

Bae Joo-hyun smiled slightly and replied to her sisters in the group chat. She unbuckled her seatbelt, thinking to herself that she was probably just too bored lately, always overthinking things.

That's right, she was Bae Joo-hyun! The Fourth Generation Visual renowned throughout South Korea! Why would she feel disappointed because that strange guy didn't ask for her contact information?

It was absolutely impossible!

Exiting the airport, Xu Junyan looked around, searching for the person picking him up. When he had communicated with Faker before coming, Faker had repeatedly said he would pick him up.

Xu Junyan hadn't been able to refuse, so he agreed. Now, he was looking for Faker's whereabouts but couldn't see him anywhere.

"Right, Faker is a huge celebrity in South Korea, with more public recognition than most top-tier idols. He probably wouldn't choose a crowded place to pick me up."

Xu Junyan thought briefly, using reverse psychology and putting himself in Faker's shoes. He quickly identified less crowded areas in the airport.

Like near the vending machines?

Drinks at airport vending machines were usually quite expensive, so normal people wouldn't buy them there.

Xu Junyan looked around and spotted the vending machine area. He moved closer. Within a few steps, he saw a guy with a bowl cut and a mask, holding a sign that read 'Junyan'.

It was Faker!

Xu Junyan's lips curved upwards, and he strode over. Upon reaching Faker, he patted his shoulder and greeted him, "Hello."

"Hello."

Faker knew a few basic phrases in Chinese. Startled by the pat on the shoulder and greeting, he instinctively responded. Upon realizing it was the person he was waiting for, his face lit up with joy.

"Junyan, you're finally here!"

Faker excitedly extended his hand.

Xu Junyan shook his hand and teased in English, "I can't really understand Korean yet, but I'm happy too."

Faker's English was passable. He might not have reached the level of CET-6, but he had a CET-4 level, which was just enough to understand what Xu Junyan was saying. He gave an awkward smile and touched his nose.

His gaze suddenly fell on the vending machine next to them.

This was his first time picking up a new teammate, and this teammate was someone he had sincerely invited. How could he not show some hospitality?

Faker regretted not grabbing a drink before rushing out of the club. Now, he felt awkward with empty hands.

But he still had to show his appreciation. He had some understanding of Chinese culture, especially how much Chinese people valued relationships and etiquette...

He gritted his teeth, steeled himself, and suddenly leaned over, pressing several buttons on the vending machine. He then took out two bills from his pocket, hesitated, and put one back.

He wasn't going to drink it, just watch. One bottle was enough, wasn't it?

Xu Junyan, standing beside him, was completely bewildered by Faker's sudden actions, feeling a bit lost.

What is he doing?

Ding!

Korean Won was inserted, and a can of Coke rolled out of the vending machine. Faker bent down, retrieved it, and then smiled relaxedly, handing it directly to Xu Junyan. "Please have it."

Xu Junyan froze for about three seconds before finally understanding. Holy crap! Faker is buying him a Coke?

The story of the "five-yuan Coke" flashed through his mind. But today, Sang-hyeok was actually willing to open a can just for him?!

Are you serious, Sang-hyeok?

A hint of emotion involuntarily surfaced in Xu Junyan's eyes, but he quickly suppressed it and smiled, "Thank you."

Faker's smile became more sincere and brilliant. He felt that he had managed this social interaction very successfully today!

Although, Aigoo~! 2000 won! It hurts! It hurts so much! My heart aches so much I can't breathe!

Buying Coke at the airport, such expensive Coke, he's never been willing to drink it! To welcome his good teammate, he really splurged this time! Therefore, his gaze couldn't help but drift towards Xu Junyan, who was drinking the Coke.

Xu Junyan naturally noticed, understood immediately, and generously handed the Coke over, inviting, "Let's share?"

Faker first waved his hand in refusal, saying in Korean, 'This won't do, this won't do.' Xu Junyan said in Chinese, 'Come on, come on, brothers who drink together are good brothers.' Faker didn't understand, but he seemed to get the gist. Gratefully, he took the Coke, tilted the can towards his mouth, and chugged...

Sharing this expensive can of Coke made him feel a lot better. Maybe he hadn't lost out so much after all?

Junyan truly understands me!

Faker was deeply touched, and instantly felt that the distance between him and Xu Junyan had narrowed a few more steps. Speaking in his somewhat clumsy English, he chatted with Xu Junyan, and after leaving the airport, they headed straight for the SKT club base.

Stop scolding me, stop scolding me o(╥﹏╥)o, the official match is coming soon, three updates today.