The Peninsula chaebol started by rescuing Samsung's little princess.

New Year's Day is just a few days after Christmas.

Fortunately, the busy holiday season did not hinder the development of Mars technology.

Since the company's operations have stabilized during this period and bank loans have been gradually received, the company doesn't have as many things to do.

After arranging shifts, Li Haorong once again mercifully announced on the last day of 2005: Everyone can go home as usual!

Even after Li Haorong turned and went back to his office, the cheers outside continued unabated.

A good boss is one who allows his employees to leave work on time.

Indeed, the world is far too lenient with capitalists!

Just as Li Haorong was getting dressed and preparing to leave, he found Li Zhixian standing at the door.

"What are you standing there for? Go pack your things!"

Li Haorong casually said something, but when he realized that Li Zhixian didn't answer him, he turned his head to look at her.

Lee Ji-hyun fiddled with her bag strap, then suddenly looked up and asked, "Oppa, what are your plans for tonight?"

"Go back to eat and sleep, what kind of arrangements can there be?"

"Could you come with me to Puxinge to celebrate New Year's Eve?"

Upon hearing that Li Haorong had not made any arrangements, Li Zhixian pressed for details.

"Shall we go to Puxinge to celebrate the New Year?"

"Yes, they ring the bell there every year, and there are performances too. I'm too scared to go alone!"

Seeing Li Zhixian muster up her courage, Li Haorong was somewhat tempted.

Normally it would be fine, but on New Year's Eve, Li Yinxin had to go back to have dinner with her family.

Li Haoyang has been busy producing songs every day lately, and he doesn't know what time he'll be able to go home tonight.

As Jang Woo-hyuk's album became a huge hit, his career also took off. So he opened a small studio and many singers asked him to write songs, keeping him very busy every day.

Being home alone on New Year's Eve was indeed a bit lonely.

Besides, Li Haorong hasn't had much rest since he came into this world, so he really should relax today since he has a rare free time.

"OK!"

Upon hearing Li Haorong's agreement, Li Zhixian's face blossomed into a smile brighter than any flower.

Bosingak is an ancient building located at the Jongno intersection in Jongno-gu, Seoul. It was originally the bell tower of Seoul during the Joseon Dynasty.

This bell tower was first built in 1396, so it should be considered a historical site.

However, the Chung Ge Pavilion has been destroyed by fire three times and rebuilt eight times since its construction, the most recent being in December 1953.

Don't ask why we're rebuilding this time, just say it's a bomb of justice!

Bosingak is very conveniently located, just outside the exit of Jonggak Station on Seoul Subway Line 1.

Considering that there would be a lot of people here tonight for New Year's Eve, Li Haorong did not drive, but took the subway with Li Zhixian instead.

However, Li Haorong underestimated the flow of people here. Every year, the Puxin Pavilion's New Year's bell-ringing ceremony attracts tens of thousands of participants.

Despite being 1.8 meters tall, Li Haorong was so squeezed in the subway that he couldn't move. Helpless, he could only spread his arms to firmly protect Li Zhixian in front of him.

Lee Ji-hyun's face was pressed against Lee Ho-young's chest, and her hands were tightly wrapped around Lee Ho-young's waist.

At first, Li Haorong didn't think much of it, but as time went on, he also felt that the two of them were acting somewhat intimately.

He wanted to remind Li Zhixian, but when he felt the strength in her arm around his waist, he swallowed the words that were on the tip of his tongue.

Fortunately, the subway ride was short, and the whole process took less than 10 minutes.

When the subway station doors opened, Li Haorong was practically pushed out of the station by the crowd, but Li Zhixian seemed a little unhappy.

The power of the crowd was terrifying. Li Haorong held Li Zhixian's hand tightly to prevent the two from being separated by the crowd!

However, when the two came out of the subway station, Li Haorong tried to pull his hand away, but found that Li Zhixian was holding it tightly.

Li Haorong looked down and met Li Zhixian's stubborn gaze. In the end, he softened and let her do as she pleased.

Seeing that Li Haorong had given up, Li Zhixian was overjoyed and immediately pulled him toward Puxin Pavilion.

Considering that Puxinge would be crowded, the two had dinner before coming.

It must be said that this decision was very wise. At this moment, there were people everywhere they could see. Not to mention eating, even going to the toilet became extremely difficult!

敲钟仪式从晚上23时40分至次日0时8分，持续将近半个小时，一共要敲33次。

Fortunately, there was a performance before the bell-ringing ceremony, and even SM Entertainment's TVXQ and Super Junior performed together.

The fan war on Mars.net previously earned Super Junior a lot of criticism, but it also indirectly increased their popularity.

Not only did they release their first full-length album, "Super Junior 05," but they also had their own variety show, "Super Junior Show."

On December 16th, SM Entertainment released a Christmas compilation single, "Show Me Your Love," a collaboration between Super Junior and TVXQ.

The fans who were originally the most vicious in their feud felt like the sky had fallen when they saw this scene.

Ultimately, both teams are under the same company, and the members were good friends when they were trainees. How much conflict could there be between the artists?

With SM Entertainment launching its marketing campaign, many fans who were initially just casual observers were drawn in, resulting in Super Junior gaining a significant number of new fans.

Judging from tonight's live performance, the cheers from the audience for Super Junior were not much less than those for TVXQ.

Following Super Junior's example, more and more entertainment companies are beginning to pay attention to online promotion, and they are interacting more and more with fans on Mars.net.

"Duang...Duang...Duang..."

"Oppa, the bell has rung!"

As a bell rang, Li Haorong, who was still pondering the future development of Mars.net, was pulled back to reality by Li Zhixian's voice.

"Oppa, make a wish?"

Seeing Li Haorong's somewhat bewildered look, Li Zhixian taught him step by step.

The two stood facing Puxin Pavilion, their hands clasped tightly, their eyes closed, silently reciting their wishes.

"What did you promise?"

After making a wish, Li Haorong asked.

"hey-hey!"

Li Zhixian didn't say anything, but she hugged Li Haorong's waist again.

If Li Haorong isn't stupid, he'd understand what Li Zhixian's wish is.

This time, Li Haorong did not choose to avoid it, but instead took the initiative to put his arm around Li Zhixian's shoulder.

As she becomes more and more connected with the world, the space that Lee Ji-hyun occupies in her heart grows larger and larger.

If Li Haorong refuses again, he will only be deceiving himself.

He didn't want to be a jerk, but faced with the deep affection of the two girls, he didn't want to betray either of them.

Since that's the case, I might as well stop thinking about it too much.

Anyway, if Lee Jae-yong can keep his wife at home while having affairs outside, how could I be any worse than him?

Having been given a second chance at life, Li Haorong was unwilling to leave any regrets.

"Five...four...three...two...one!"

Hearing the countdown from the crowd around her, and as the bells rang, symbolizing the arrival of the New Year, Lee Ji-hyun looked up at Lee Ho-young with deep affection and said, "Oppa, Happy New Year!"

But as soon as she finished speaking, Li Haorong leaned down and kissed her.

At this moment, Li Zhixian's mind went completely blank, as if time had stopped.

Amidst the overwhelming cries of "Happy New Year," Li Haorong secretly made a vow:

Now that I've taken this step, I might as well go all the way. At worst, I'll just take good care of her from now on!