HyunJi 2020 Buil Film Awards

Celebration!

"Why are we at another hotel? Is this where you are staying?" She had so many questions, but Soo Hyun refused to say anything, still wanting her to tell him about what she said on stage.

Hearing the commotion outside, Ye Ji's family gathers around and prepared to surprise her.

"Congratulations!" they cheered, as Ye Ji opens the door. The suite was covered with balloons with the letters on the wall that formed the word 'Congratulations'. Ye Ji was elated to celebrate this moment with the most important people in her life. She was in fact, shocked to see them! She was not expecting them to be in Busan and even planned to stayover at her parents' place over the weekend as her schedule was cleared.

Her niece and nephew run towards her to give her a hug. Her other family members gathered around to embrace her. It's been a while since she felt overwhelmed with love and she held her tears in. Soo Hyun joined in the group hug. He loved her family and was thankful that they accepted him and gave him the love he longed for.

After a while, the little ones started to ask, "Imo (Aunt) and Samchon (Uncle) are here already, can we eat now?" Making everyone laugh. "Yes, yes. We know you have been waiting to eat! Go get what you want," said Ye Ji's sister. Soo Hyun ran after them and started playing around with the children, helping them to put food on their plates.

Ye Ji went to give her parents a hug and they added that they were very proud of her. Her sister and brother-in-law came around and she embraced her sister. She showed them the award and they were looking at the details of the trophy in awe, when Soo Hyun came over with a plate of chicken for Ye Ji.

"Look how he takes care of you!" exclaims Ye Ji's sister. He blushes and says "Noona (Elder Sister), I can get one for you too!" and rushes to get another plate, leaving the other adults laughing.

As they talked over dinner, things were starting to unfold. Ye Ji found out from her family what Soo Hyun had planned for them till the weekend and could only look at him with loving eyes as he blushed.

That was one thing that Ye Ji loved about Soo Hyun. She loved that her family, the only non-celebrities who knew that they were together, were also taken care of by her beau. He came from a broken family and for many years he yearned to have one that was complete, and he found it in Ye Ji's. Her parents loved him like their own and he respected them as his own as well.

When everyone had their fill, the family enjoyed their time together and the kids gathered around Soo Hyun who would give them free 'rides' in the air and on his back. Ye Ji's father commented, "He's really someone you should treasure Ye Ji." "Yea, he is so considerate and always taking care of you, and us too!" Ye Ji's mum cooed.

Ye Ji smiled, her gaze never leaving Soo Hyun. She agreed with what they said and knew where this conversation was heading towards, but she had dreams to accomplish before settling down and Soo Hyun knew that was important to her. So, he never pressured her.

Soon, the kids were getting tired and it was time for them to sleep.

Ye Ji's sister quipped "Thanks for tiring them out! Now that they are asleep, looks like we will have some couple time tonight," she said, looking at her husband. Soo Hyun chuckles and said, "I'm getting old for this!".

It was getting late and Ye Ji was feeling exhausted from the day's activities. They said their goodbyes and before the couple left, Ye Ji's mum reminded her to not be bothered by the comments made by KNetizens. She knew what her mum was referring to. Her parents knew the struggles she had when she embarked into the acting career. She was affected by false information and malicious comments made by KNetizens. Her parents, knowing her full well, knew that what happened earlier during the ceremony would affect her. And they didn't want their dear daughter to get hurt.

Ye Ji nodded her head and told her parents not to worry about her and added that she will text them when she comes over to spend the weekend with them. Soo Hyun came to her side and held her hand. They bid goodbye to her parents. Their goodbye hugs were long bear hugs, because they treasured the time they could spend together. Sometimes, it may take a few weeks or even months till they get to see each other again.

Ye Ji's career was soaring, and she had many opportunities that were coming her way. Her parents understood that, and they were considerate to arrange video-calls with Ye Ji. That was their way of loving Ye Ji. But this weekend would be a sweet treat for Ye Ji to spend time with her family. Soo Hyun said his goodbyes, told them to enjoy the weekend, have a safe flight back and said that he would see them back in Seoul, sounding like a long-winded grandfather. But that was how he was like, his pure genuineness seen through his actions and words.

Her parents were especially glad and appreciative to know that there is now another person who is in the same agency to take care of her. One, who can be trusted on. One, who has proven to protect her. One, who loves their daughter. Kim Soo Hyun.

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Dear friends, we're more than halfway through this series. Hope you enjoy this update with involves Ye Ji's family members.