Chapter 15: The Fifteenth Day of Acquaintance. Seeing the photo sent...

After seeing the photo sent, Wu Yunxi happily began to enjoy her lunch. After all, she hadn't gotten up early in the morning, and after a lot of tidying up, it was already noon by the time

she finished eating. For her first bite, Wu Yunxi chose potatoes. Cooked with the chicken, the potatoes had a hint of meat, soft, sweet, and fragrant. Paired with rice, it was a carb explosion. While she could imagine the calorie count, the taste was so good that she completely forgot how much weight she'd gain.

When the grilled lamb chops arrived, Wu Yunxi put her chopsticks down. She'd had grilled lamb chops before when she traveled to Tibet, but she couldn't help but swallow at the sight. She simply remembered how delicious they were, though they were still quite large for one person. After finishing

a bowl of rice, some big plate chicken, and a grilled lamb chop, Wu Yunxi decided to weigh herself. This was a big plate chicken, with the chicken being the main ingredient, with the potatoes and other side dishes being less.

For someone like Wu Yunxi, who usually eats more vegetables, this meal, while filling, still felt strangely off.

So, after asking the waiter to pack up her unfinished lamb chops, Wu Yunxi left the restaurant with her takeout box. The sun was blazing outside. While the scenery was beautiful, Wu Yunxi was afraid of the heat and simply wanted to buy

what she needed and

then head back to the hotel to rest. Normally, she might have had the time to walk back to the hotel, but it was too hot. Wu Yunxi bought some fruit to eat after dinner and a cup of milk tea.

She had only just discovered the vast variety of milk tea brands during her previous trip to China, and in this weather, she needed more ice and sugar to feel happy.

She sipped her milk tea while waiting for the car. Once in the car, Wu Yunxi said nothing, and the driver drove quietly. After dropping her off at the hotel entrance, she waited for Wu Yunxi to get out and then drove off.

Back in her room, Wu Yunxi reflected on what had happened while she was buying fruit. She made a cross-border call to her mother.

Because she often travels abroad, Wu Yunxi's phone has international roaming enabled, which naturally adds up to a hefty monthly bill.

"Hey, that's great! My good daughter!" Wu's mother was a practical type. When Wu Yunxi was at home, she'd be all disapproving, but once she was out, she'd be a good girl.

Wu Yunxi was used to her mother's shifting tone and didn't mind her mother's fluctuating tone at all.

"Mom, I just went out for lunch. The portions here are so generous. I ordered two dishes, but I couldn't finish them, so I ended up taking them home."

"Oh, eh? You shouldn't order so much if you can't finish them! But what did you have for lunch?"

Wu Yunxi's mother, while simultaneously complaining about Wu Yunxi's excessive ordering, was also curious about what she'd had.

"Big plate chicken, and lamb chops. Mom, come with me next time you have a chance! Or I can make it for you at home, but it might not be as authentic."

Wu Yunxi excitedly suggested. She certainly looked forward to traveling with her parents, but when they did, she felt completely unnecessary.

"Oh, oh, mom. You don't know. I just bought grapes—they were super cheap! It was a fraction of what I'd pay in Seoul! Only around 2,700 won per pound."

The fractional price was still an exaggeration, but when Wu Yunxi mentioned the price per pound, her mother took a deep breath.

She'd heard Wu Yunxi mention it before, but it never compared to the actual price. But when she actually came to visit, she'd heard the price of this fruit and was completely captivated. She couldn't stop buying it. But the shipping was so expensive, she had to give up. But that's all for later.

After sharing her feelings with her mother, Wu Yunxi sent a message to Kwon Ji-yong.

"Oppa, I'm so happy today. The fruit I bought was super cheap." —Wu Yunxi.

After sending the message, Wu Yunxi waited for a reply. Perhaps the other person sensed Wu Yunxi's affection, as he replied within a minute.

"That's great! I totally feel your joy. It's a shame I have work this afternoon." [—Kwon Ji-yong]

Kwon Ji-yong wasn't like this when he first started chatting with Wu Yunxi. He had that super cool, cool vibe, but now he's like a complete kid. He

often acts like a spoiled brat towards Wu Yunxi. Of course, she's also seen Kwon Ji-yong at work, so even if he's childish in private, Wu Yunxi doesn't look down on him. She just thinks he's adorable.

[I feel bad for him having to work, but I also want him to work hard and bring us more great music. —Wu Yunxi]

At Wu Yunxi's age, it's impossible to say she hadn't heard Kwon Ji-yong's songs. During the Big Bang era, you could hear their songs everywhere you walked. Even if you didn't get to see their concerts, you loved those familiar songs. But Wu Yunxi's favorites are the love songs Kwon Ji-yong wrote, because she's always afraid of rappers singing them. "

Untitled" was once Wu Yunxi's go-to single, but when she first heard it, she didn't really understand the lyrics.

[Wow, work is exhausting enough already, and then I hear you, Yunxi, urging me to write songs. I really shouldn't be too sad. — Kwon Ji-yong]

Although Kwon Ji-yong expressed his sadness, he couldn't contain his joy when he heard Wu Yunxi say she liked his songs. Even though he hasn't released any songs since his military service, with only one song released with his former group, the fact that people still like his songs is a great encouragement for Kwon Ji-yong, who still loves music.

Even though others may think Kwon Ji-yong is living a completely comfortable life now, when he releases songs, he wonders if anyone is still looking forward to his songs after all these years. The answer is obviously yes, so even though he has some songs in his repertoire, he still wants to write some new songs to release as a solo album.

However, having just finished negotiating his contract with his previous agency and now facing the contract with his new agency, this isn't the right time to release an album. Or perhaps Kwon Ji-yong admits he's not fully prepared yet.

[I'll prepare souvenirs for Oppa during my trip!] So, Oppa, please forgive me~ — Wu Yunxi]

Wu Yunxi is really good at making Quan Zhiyong feel soft-hearted, at least that's how he thinks. So even if he's not actually angry, seeing Wu Yunxi post a message like this always warms his heart.

[Then I forgive you! How many days does Yunxi plan to stay in Urumqi? — Quan Zhiyong]

Quan Zhiyong, asking this question, had no intention of telling Wu Yunxi about his plans, so he could only secretly inquire about Wu Yunxi's travel itinerary. After finishing his work here, he would pack up and go spend some time with Wu Yunxi.

After a dozen days, Quan Zhiyong would return to his country to resume the rest of his work, which would be his only break from the long work schedule. He had originally thought of spending some time in Jeju Island to relax, but the scenery Wu Yunxi described that day was so captivating that he decided to take a relaxing trip.

[It's not completely confirmed yet, but it will be at least ten days. Then I'll go on the Yili Grand Loop self-driving tour that fans recommended. I already have an international driver's license, and self-driving tours are perfect for my personality. —Wu Yunxi]

Wu Yunxi had planned two routes this time. One was a self-driving tour around the Ili Grand Loop, designed to enjoy the scenery and take photos. While researching this route, she'd come across the phrase, "Summer in Ili is like summer in Xinjiang." She'd heard the scenery along the way was truly beautiful.

Although she'd only seen a few pictures, Wu Yunxi could fully imagine what it would be like. Naturally, she was looking forward to the road trip.

To ensure a good rest, Wu Yunxi also planned to rent an RV. That way, when she needed to rest along the way, she could find a suitable place to stop, enjoy the scenery, eat, take photos, and even rest her head at night. While resting in an RV wouldn't be as comfortable as a hotel, it was still better than sleeping in a car

, wasn't it? Wu Yunxi was a contented person. While she was certainly picky about accommodations at home, she could tolerate even the harshest conditions when traveling, simply choosing the most comfortable.

[Okay, happy traveling! I have to get to work now. — Quan Jiyong]

The staff had already prepared the place, and Quan Jiyong, having to leave for work soon, stopped talking to Wu Yunxi.

[Then I wish you good luck with your work, Oppa. —Wu Yunxi]

After sending this message to Quan Zhiyong, Wu Yunxi ignored her phone. She had originally planned to eat lunch and then go back to her room to rest for a while. She called her mom and chatted with Quan Zhiyong, feeling somewhat awake. After finishing her packed meal and brushing her teeth, Wu Yunxi went to bed.

She'd thought she'd be unable to sleep, but she ended up playing with her phone and fell asleep, having neglected to charge it.

When she woke up and glanced at her phone next to her pillow, she realized over two hours had passed.

"Charge, charge!"

Wu Yunxi felt a strong obsession with her phone's battery life. Seeing it drop to 80% was enough to make her feel like it was going to fail, even though it was a new phone with a very durable battery.

After charging it and washing her face, Wu Yunxi was fully awake. She waited until her phone was fully charged before putting on a coat and leaving the house.

Wu Yunxi, who had originally thought nothing of it because of the guide's reminder, returned to her room to put on her coat when she felt a little chilly after leaving the room. It was n't

until she took the elevator downstairs and walked out of the hotel gate that she realized the temperature difference between day and night was really significant.