Fifty Shades Of Park Jimin

Chapter 41: Awards Ceremony

6:10pm. Annual Model Awards Ceremony.

Amongst the star-studded event, camera lights were flashing. Y/N endured her body's feelings of rejection and disgust as she hooked her arm on Mr. Lim's and stepped out onto the red carpet...

This was the first time since her scandal that she had appeared in front of the public. She did not appear to be affected at all by the rumors. She was calm and composed as usual as she maintained a constant smile.

How can she remain so calm when her arm is hooked on the arm of a well-known sleazebag? Does she want to take advantage of this opportunity to advance in her career?

The media were making their own assumptions. First, it was Star Age, then it was Kim Taehyung, wasn't that enough for her?

The hosts introduced Y/N and the artist beside her in an exaggerated and excited tone before they headed over to the signing wall and accepted an interview with the media.

"Miss Lee, have you taken notice of the recent news?"

"In regards to assumptions made about you, would you like to defend yourself?"

"Your colleague, Kim Yoona, has announced this afternoon that she will be moving to Creative Century. What do you think of this?"

"An insider has revealed that you've got a big boss backing you up. What's your opinion on this?"

The reporters' questions were like bombs being endlessly thrown at Y/N; she wasn't even given a chance to breathe. However, Y/N did not show a trace of panic; she listened quietly before giving them a smile.

"I am a public figure. In front of the public, I need to be conscious of what I say; one never knows if the words that are coming out of their mouths may affect their fans in any way. A simple word can skew their views on the world. That's why...I prefer to be cautious."

"I've seen the discussions online, but...I believe they have the right to voice their opinions. As for the scandal itself, I believe everyone can make their own judgment; I am confident it will not affect my fans. The reason why I am liked must be because there is something unique about me that everyone is moved by..."

The reporters never expected Y/N would reply to them directly; especially in such an honest and concise way. Just because she had a high EQ, people thought she wasn't being truthful. But by explaining her responsibility as a public figure, she was able to retaliate against these claims. Towards the insults from netizens, she responded with her belief that they had the right to voice their opinion and showed her respect for the truth. And as for her fans, from the beginning, she had already developed a trusting relationship with them...

She even pointed out that her fans weren't easy to waver; they liked her because they had discovered something unique about her...

The reporters didn't know how to continue as they looked at each other wondering if they should keep making things difficult for her.

She had already exposed her heart in front of them, if they were to continue insulting her, that would be unreasonable.

So, the reporters fell silent as they took the opportunity instead, to snap a few more photos.

Y/N passed the obstacle easily as Mr. Lim looked at her with an impressed expression.

This was proof enough that Y/N's EQ and IQ was on a level beyond many in the entertainment industry, especially those around her age.

"Miss Lee, you are amazing."

After entering the venue, Mr. Lim tried to wrap his arm around Y/N, but she swiftly stepped aside and avoided him, "You are being too kind, Mr. Lim."