Golden Print [EN]: Chapter 189

Woojin had a long conversation with Gu Yoon-kwon.

Gu Yoon-kwon, the Mayor of Seoul, was key to the collaboration project Woojin planned for 2012. Next to him was Ahn Jung-mook, head of the Design Foundation, who handled the project’s details.

Even though the meeting was unplanned, they had a good talk about many things.

However, Woojin wished they had more time to talk.

After all, the most important thing today was the completion ceremony of the Dodam Nursing Home.

So, after talking for about twenty or thirty minutes, Woojin and his group had to leave.

Chairman! The event is ready.

Oh, is it that late already?

Alright. I’ll take everyone out. Let’s start the event in five minutes.

Understood.

Woojin was disappointed, but he got up.

But that feeling didn’t last long.

Gu Yoon-kwon stood up, smiled at Woojin, and handed him a business card.

It seems like this is all we have time for today. How about visiting City Hall next time?

Woojin was surprised.

He had regretted not exchanging cards earlier. Now, he was getting the Mayor’s card, a great opportunity he almost missed. He was very happy.

Woojin quickly took out his card and gave it to Yoon-kwon.

Thank you for the invitation, Mayor. I will visit you soon.

Haha. I think we have a lot to talk about, CEO Seo.

Thank you.

I’m a bit greedy, you see.

Greedy, you say…?

There are so many things I want to do as the Mayor of Seoul.

Ah…!

I want to make Seoul as beautiful as any city in the world. That’s my biggest goal.

Starting well is important for any project.

The start of a business can decide how it will go.

The collaboration project Woojin planned for 2012 had a perfect start.

Woojin felt very confident. It seemed like he had already achieved most of what he needed to make the project work.

Woojin, leaving the office, clenched his fists.

I must use all these chances and make them mine. I need to stay sharp.

Woojin was moving faster towards his dream.

The faster he went, the quicker he would reach it. But he knew it would also become harder to control things.

But he couldn’t slow down.

Instead, he would stay humble and alert.

Woojin was determined.

Thinking this, Woojin walked into the hallway, following the event staff.

The completion ceremony was in the nursing home’s playground.

What’s the schedule?

The staff member smiled and shook his head.

The event will be quick. The schedule isn’t long.

Do I need to prepare anything?

Don’t worry. The emcee will handle everything.

That’s a relief.

Jayden and Soyeon, behind Woojin, were frozen and pale. They had been nervous since the Mayor appeared, and they were getting more nervous as the event got closer.

Even Jayden was quiet.

Jayden, are you nervous?

Nervous? Jayden doesn’t get nervous.

That’s a relief.

What?

I was worried someone sewed your mouth shut while I was talking to the Mayor.

Holy…

Woojin made a joke to help Jayden relax. It worked.

Even Soyeon smiled.

During this talk, they arrived.

You can go up to the stage over there.

Yes, thank you.

The three of them walked onto the stage.

But then…

Woojin’s eyes widened as much as when he saw Gu Yoon-kwon.

What is this?

As he climbed the stairs, he saw many people in the playground.

There were nursing home staff, SPDC contest officials, and Chunwoong Construction officials. There were five times more people than Woojin expected.

Soyeon screamed.

Aaargh…!

Woojin looked around at the stage.

He saw cameras filming him and the logos of TV stations.

When did this become so big?

He heard Park Kyung-wan’s voice.

Hey, CEO Seo!

Park Kyung-wan had arrived late and went straight to the event.

Aren’t you a bit underdressed?

Director Park!

Woojin realized he was wearing simple clothes.

Damn it…

Jayden was right.

Woojin, Jayden, and Soyeon had a busy day.

The event went as planned, and then an interview started.

When he realized it, the event was over.

Woojin was confused, and so were Jayden and Soyeon.

Unlike Woojin, they had dressed up, but they didn’t expect so much attention.

Woojin. Jayden was great, wasn’t he?

What are you talking about? Get a grip, Jayden.

Oppa, I can’t believe it. Did I make any mistakes during the interview?

No, don’t worry.

Soyeon said it felt like a dream, but only for a moment.

That night, the three of them were on the news.

Next news. At the SPDC architectural design competition by the Seoul Design Foundation…

Soyeon watched the news with her excited younger siblings.

The winner and designer of the Dodam Nursing Home is a group of three students from K University…

Unnie, that’s amazing. You look cool today?

said Ah-yeon, the youngest sister.

Ga-yeon, the second sister, asked,

Is that nursing home really designed by you, Unnie?

That’s what it says.

Didn’t Unnie just get a free ride?

Maybe? Did Woojin Oppa do everything?

Soyeon turned to Ah-yeon.

How do you know Woojin Oppa?

Last time, when I was waiting for Unnie, Woojin Oppa bought me ice cream.

Ga-yeon said,

Just because he bought you ice cream, you’re acting so close?

Unnie doesn’t even buy us ice cream!

Both of you, be quiet!

The news was short, but more was coming.

The next morning, articles about Dodam Nursing Home appeared everywhere.

They were online and on TV.

Woojin and Dodam Nursing Home became a big deal.

The design was good, but that wasn’t the only reason.

Woojin had something special.

He had ‘star quality.’

After the media showed interest, Woojin’s past actions were re-examined.

Seo Woojin from Why Did You Come to My House? Proves His Skills!

The purpose of architecture is to help people. – Seo Woojin, 23

The Hidden Hero Behind Chunwoong Construction’s Project. It’s Seo Woojin!

Videos of him on Why Did You Come to My House?, the SPDC finals, and the Cheongdam Clio Summit resurfaced.

Woojin became very famous.

This all happened suddenly.

Because of this, everyone talked about the interview.

CEO Seo, I saw the news. Hehe.

Did you see it?

The windbreaker looked good on you?

Why did you watch it…?

I didn’t look for it. I just saw it everywhere.

You’re almost a celebrity. Want to sign with KSJ Entertainment?

Pardon? Please don’t joke about that…

I’ll even give you a manager. Then you won’t wear a windbreaker on TV.

Representative…

And you can be on variety shows…

I don’t have time for that.

Just kidding. Hehe.

That’s the scariest joke I’ve heard.

Then, I’ll see you at the meeting tomorrow. Bellostones is coming, right?

Yes, of course. Thank you for your hard work today!

You’re welcome.

Woojin hung up and sighed.

That damn windbreaker… Seriously…

He felt like he was getting windbreaker trauma.

I should go home. I need to rest before tomorrow’s meeting.

Woojin grabbed his coat and wondered why he wore the windbreaker that day.

Then, his office phone rang again.

Hello, is this CEO Seo Woojin?

Yes, this is Seo Woojin, but…?

We are Artica, a design magazine…