Peninsula: I'm the Top Streamer

Chapter 582 Why Not Give a Reward Once?
Wow... really...

As Sana Minato looked at the opened gift box in her hand, soft gasps of amazement escaped from the members around her.

Under the bright living room lights, the Graff Tilda's Bow diamond bracelet lay quietly on a deep blue velvet cushion.

The pure diamonds refracted a cold yet dazzling light, each one like a frozen star, instantly capturing everyone's attention.

The air seemed to freeze for a few seconds.

Women, like dragons, love shiny things.

The first to react was Son Chaeyoung. She took a breath and pointed at the box with some surprise: "Graff? Isn't that a bit much? How much does this cost?"

Lim Nayeon also leaned closer to take a look, and couldn't help but reach out and point at the gleaming light under the lamp: "Daebak... how much does this cost?"

She said the same thing as Son Chaeyoung, her gaze sweeping back and forth between the jewelry and Minatozaki Sana's slightly stunned expression.

Although they have a lot of money in their pockets now, to be honest, spending hundreds of millions of Korean won on jewelry is still a bit too extravagant.

They are discerning, so they can recognize the value of this entire jewelry collection.

That's no small number.

It is said that when giving gifts, one should pay attention to the sentiment and not be perfunctory. So what does it mean to give a thoughtful gift?
But sometimes, expensive equals thoughtful.

Momo leaned to the front, carefully examining the glittering jewelry. Curiosity and surprise made her ask, "It's so beautiful... but... who gave it to me?"

Her question instantly snapped everyone out of their immersive observation.

All eyes, filled with inquiry, shock, and curiosity, were focused on Minatozaki Sana.

broken.

She could feel her heart pounding wildly in her chest, almost leaping out. Her fingertips touched the cold diamond chain, but she felt as if she were burned and immediately pulled back.

She looked down again at the card that came with the gift box. On the pure white card was Quan Xuanhe's neat yet warm handwriting:
To the future jewelry goddess

Happy Birthday, Sana.
Magnificent.

These words seemed to possess a magical power, instantly shattering the heavy resentment and dissatisfaction she had felt towards him when she made her birthday wish.

Instead, there was a strong, dizzying sense of impact—being valued, cherished, and even given some kind of…distant expectation.

Jewelry Goddess…

Is this how you praise her?
What was he thinking about?
At that moment, Sana Minatozaki simply thought it was a compliment and didn't realize that the so-called 'jewelry goddess' would one day truly descend upon her.

Before the other members could notice, she quickly tucked the card away, pressed it against her chest, and looked around to make sure no one else could see it.

"Who is it?" Lim Nayeon couldn't help but urge softly, her tone full of gossip and curiosity as she looked at the card pressed against her chest.

They might have thought it was a gift from a man who was pursuing Sana Minatozaki.

This can't be allowed to get out from the members, otherwise... especially Tzuyu...

This thought jolted Sana Minatozaki awake like a cold alarm bell, instantly overshadowing the initial shock and slight dizziness of being cherished when she opened the gift.

If it were revealed now that Quan Xuanhe gave her millions of dollars worth of jewelry…

How badly could the situation get out of control?

Moreover, the title of "Jewelry Goddess" coupled with such an expensive gift...
This action seemed incredibly ambiguous to her, and to the other members it would become an inexplicable pretext for their attacks.

Sana Minatozaki took a deep breath and used all her strength to suppress the momentary panic.

With a flick of her finger, she swiftly snapped the velvet-lined lid shut, the expensive box making a dull thud in her hand.

A smile, a mixture of annoyance and helplessness, quickly appeared on her face, as if receiving such a valuable gift was a sweet burden.

"Oh, really... I already told you not to send it!"

She wrinkled her nose and complained in a slightly coquettish tone, attracting the attention of the other members.

"I met her in Japan... My parents introduced us to dinner when I went back home before, and she found out it was my birthday... so..."

She glanced quickly at the various expressions on the members' faces, trying to make her eyes look genuine and believable, and spoke in a troubled tone.

"Neon?" Lim Nayeon's shock turned into intense curiosity about gossip.

She seemed very interested in learning more.

Momo was successfully distracted, a mischievous smile spreading across his face. "Such a big investment... it would be such a waste if it went down the drain."

Son Chaeyoung joined in the teasing: "Unnie, this isn't an ordinary gift, it must be very expensive, right?"

Her gaze swept over the members, and finally, her eyes couldn't help but drift to the side—Zhou Ziyu sat quietly to the side, holding a small plate of unfinished cake, her eyes also filled with surprise and curiosity.

Sana Minato secretly breathed a sigh of relief, her face displaying a troubled yet slightly smug expression as she placed the gift box on the sofa beside her, as if it were merely a pretty toy that was a little too hot to handle, rather than a priceless piece of jewelry.

"Okay, okay~ Let's not worry about that now, let's continue cutting the cake? We haven't finished eating the cake yet!" She tried to steer the conversation back to the birthday party itself.

The birthday present was nice, but why did it have to be delivered when all the members were there?!
Surprise turned into shock
The lively atmosphere of the party was rekindled under the deliberate guidance of Sana Minatozaki.

The sweetness of the cake, the laughter of the members, the surprise of opening other gifts...

Everything seemed to be back on track.

As for Chou Tzu-yu, she remained quiet, but the penetrating sense that emanated from the depths of her calmness, as if she could see through everything, made Minatozaki Sana's heart feel like it was being gently pricked by a fine needle every time their eyes met unintentionally.

As the birthday candles were lit and blown out again, as the last piece of cake was shared, and as the living room was filled with the languid atmosphere of the party, the members finally went back to their rooms in twos and threes to rest.

The noise gradually subsided, leaving behind a slightly messy tableware and a lonely, warm yellow floor lamp in the living room.

Sana Minatozaki sat alone on the sofa, and finally, the surroundings became quiet.

The shock and panic that had been forcibly suppressed were now like a reef revealed after the tide receded, gradually losing the relaxed facade that had been maintained all night.

Her gaze involuntarily drifted back to the quiet gift box.

Sana Minatozaki slowly reached out and opened the gift box. The deep blue velvet set off the cold brilliance of the diamonds, making it dazzling even in the dim light.

The future goddess of jewelry.

The weight of Kwon Hyun-hyuk's pen strokes almost crushed her through that small card.

As if telepathically connected with her, her phone screen suddenly lit up, and the name displayed on the caller ID made her fingertips tremble.

It's Kwon Hyun-hyuk!

Sana Minato realized it was Kwon Hyun-hyuk calling, quickly looked up and glanced around to make sure no one was there, then clutched the gift box to her chest and hurried back to her room with small, quick steps.

He hooked his foot and slammed the door shut, completely forgetting about the gifts the others had given him.

"Hey……"

Sana Minato answered Kwon Hyun-hyuk's call.

"Happy Birthday, Sana."

The voice on the other end of the phone carried a hint of laziness and laughter, showing little sign of fatigue, as if he hadn't just finished a day's work.

"Xuanhe, you..." Sana Minato's voice was unconsciously lowered, even though no one was in the room.

It seemed to carry a slight tremor of relief after surviving a disaster, and even a hint of resentment through gritted teeth.

"You...you know how scared you were!"

"scare?"

Kwon Hyun-hyuk chuckled and continued, "Don't you like that gift? Graff's Tilda's Bow, a classic piece of jewelry, I think it suits you perfectly."

"I like it? I like it so much it almost scared my heart out!" Minatozaki Sana almost shouted out. She nervously glanced back at the door while sitting on the edge of the bed with her phone in hand. She placed the gift box on the bed before daring to relax her tense nerves a little.

"Hey, how dare you just send it over like that? Do you know I almost gave myself away in front of the members just now?"

"I...I could only lie to them and say it was a gift from someone else, oh my..."

She spoke rapidly, her voice even echoing in the enclosed space, as she poured out all the fear and grievances that had been building up all night.

She could even hear her own heart pounding rapidly, still not calmed down.

At this moment, she completely forgot the look of surprise she had when the phone rang, and instantly transformed into Belial.

Forget your roots!

"Oh?"

Kwon Hyun-hyuk's voice sounded quite interested.

"You lied to them and said it was a gift from a suitor? That was a clever move, Sana-chan."

He seemed completely unsurprised, and even had the leisure to joke about Sana Minatozaki.

He had complete faith in Sana Minatozaki's quick wit; he could even imagine how she would have reacted in front of them just by listening to her tone.

"Smart my foot! It's all your fault! Why didn't you say so sooner!"

Sana Minatozaki was both anxious and angry, but deep down, when she thought of what he called "smart," a strange ripple of emotion stirred within her.

"And also, why...why did you write that, 'future goddess of jewelry'?...What does that mean?"

Sana Minato asked the question casually, her voice seemingly filled with confusion and a hint of unspoken anticipation.

The arrogant look leaps off the page.

"literal meaning."

Kwon Hyun-hyuk's tone was matter-of-fact.

He took this for granted, after all, he would clearly witness the appearance of the 'Jewelry Goddess' in the not-too-distant future.

"When I saw Graff jewelry, I immediately felt that it should be worn on your hand."

"Don't you think you'll look stunning under the spotlight, wearing these exquisite jewels?"

"'Jewelry Goddess'...it suits you perfectly, doesn't it?"

Sana Minatozaki was speechless for a moment.

Why was he so certain in his tone? So certain that it didn't sound like he was praising or flattering him, but rather like he was stating a matter-of-fact fact?
His words were like magic, easily painting a dazzling picture.

Sana Minatozaki unconsciously traced the edge of the cold pool with her fingertips. The certainty and expectation in his words stirred her heart.

He never broke his promises, and Prada, which he always kept, has now truly become her brand ambassador.

He always keeps his promises.

What girl could remain completely unmoved by such praise and expectations?

"But...but..."

Despite her surprise, Sana Minatozaki didn't forget the reality before her, and her tone suddenly became somewhat unsteady before she changed the subject.

"Aren't you afraid Tzuyu will find out? You almost let Tzuyu see your name just now."

"Ziyu..."

Quan Xuanhe on the other end of the phone hesitated for a moment, his tone revealing little emotion.

Given how bold Chou Tzu-yu has become towards him, she would probably pretend not to see it even if she actually saw the gift he gave her.

"do not worry."

"Sana." Kwon Hyun-hyuk interrupted her, his voice clear and steady coming through the receiver.

"Just remember one thing—this gift is something you deserve. Just enjoy the happiness it brings you, and don't overthink it, okay?"

His brief declaration, carrying undeniable power, temporarily calmed the turmoil in Sana Minatozaki's heart.

That expensive gift, laden with fervent praise, seemed to silently corroborate his words.

"Alright, it's too late, get some rest, birthday girl."

Quan Xuanhe's voice softened.

He was really tired. Tonight he had been online with several girls, including Kim Yoo-jung, Yoo Ji-min, and then her. He needed to cool down and recover.

"Okay, I know you're tired from filming, so get some sleep!"

Upon hearing this, Sana Minatozaki stopped bothering him, but suddenly felt that simply hanging up the phone like that was a bit like something was missing.

"em..."

Quan Xuanhe could tell that she hadn't finished speaking, so he waited on the phone to see what she would say next.

"Let's meet up sometime when you have time."

There was a silence on the other end of the phone for several seconds. When Sana Minato spoke, her words were mumbled and unusually reserved, unlike her usual casual way of talking to each other.

But the meaning of this is already self-evident.

What will happen when the two who have already crossed paths meet again?
There's no need to even think about it.

Upon hearing this, Kwon Hyun-hyuk was surprised and delighted, and immediately laughed, "It's a deal, Sana, who has finally become gentle with me."

Although the two had already had a brief affair, to be honest, Kwon Hyun-hyuk didn't get enough of it that one time, and Minatozaki Sana didn't give him enough time to savor it properly.

"Hey, shut up!"

Enraged, Minatozaki Sana snapped and hastily hung up the phone, her face slightly flushed.

The phone call ended, and only silence remained in the room.

Sana Minatozaki lowered her head and looked again at the deep blue gift box lying quietly on the bed sheet, her heart stirred.

With a slight opening of my hand, the diamond's brilliance refracted under the light, creating a cold yet alluring shimmer.

Sana Minatozaki reached out and gently picked up the bracelet, carefully fastening it to her wrist.

A shimmering bracelet encircled her slender wrist, exuding a dazzling and luxurious aura.

Then he picked up the ring and carefully put it on his index finger.

How did he know my size?

Sana Minatozaki muttered to herself, but a smile crept onto her lips as she looked around with undisguised delight.

As I said before, no girl dislikes anything. If she tells you she doesn't like you, it's because she values ​​your self-esteem.

She let out a long, silent breath, admired it for a moment, and then closed the lid again, the brilliant light being enveloped once more in the deep blue velvet.

She could faintly hear her roommate's footsteps outside the door, and Sana Minatozaki hurriedly hid the box deep in the drawer before feeling a little relieved.

She recalled what she had just said, pursed her lips, and muttered to herself.

It wouldn't hurt to reward him once...

(End of this chapter)