By noon, they arrived at the Four Seasons Hotel for the Elle Global photoshoot.
The Presidential Suite had already been transformed into a bustling studio. Photographers, lighting technicians, stylists, and assistants moved around, setting up equipment. Amidst the commotion, a familiar face was waiting—Lee Hye-rin.
The moment she spotted Xueli, her eyes lit up. "Unnie!" she called cheerfully in the Goryeo affectionate term, walking up to her.
Xueli smirked. "Rin Rin, when did you get here?"
The younger actress grinned. "Just a while ago."
With that simple greeting, Hye-rin subtly made it clear to everyone in the room that she and Xueli weren't just industry colleagues but actual friends.
Then, her gaze shifted to Tianzhu. "Oh? Tianzhu-ssi?" She tilted her head. "Are you sick or something?"
Tianzhu, wearing his mask as usual, simply nodded in acknowledgment but said nothing.
