After news broke that Lucas owned shares in YG Entertainment, investors in both Wall Street and South Korea saw an opportunity.
Lucas had earned a strong reputation among investors, earning the nickname "The Midas Actor"—a reference to his uncanny ability to turn every investment into gold.
One such example was his early investment in Tesla when it was still a relatively small company. Since then, the stock price had skyrocketed to around $270–$280 per share, significantly multiplying his initial investment.
Beyond stocks, Lucas had also been a key player in the rise of Bitcoin. His influence and public confidence in the digital currency helped drive its value, which now stood at $1,545 per Bitcoin—an astonishing leap from its humble beginnings of being worth mere cents eight years ago.
Lucas's Bitcoin wallet remained private, and no one knew exactly how much he owned. However, financial analysts speculated that his holdings were worth at least $200 million or more, given his early entry into the market.
With a track record like that, it was no surprise that many investors believed whatever Lucas touched would turn to gold. This confidence led to a surge of investments in YG Entertainment. Even though immediate returns weren't guaranteed, most viewed it as a promising long-term opportunity.
Moreover, just the announcement of Lucas's stake in the company was enough to influence stock prices. While there was always a risk of negative impact—especially if YG Entertainment faced scandals—those chances were considered low unless something damaging surfaced.
Yet, scandals and controversies were nothing new for YG Entertainment. Because of this, some investors remained hesitant despite Lucas's involvement.
Still, YG Entertainment's stock price saw an immediate 5% increase and continued climbing.
Inside YG Entertainment Headquarters
Yang Hyun-suk sat comfortably in his office, reviewing the financial reports with his younger brother, Yang Min-suk. The upward trend in stock value put him in an exceptionally good mood.
"See?" Hyun-suk said, grinning. "Wasn't it a great idea to leak the information that Lucas owns shares in our company?"
He leaned back in his chair, tapping his fingers against the armrest. "And because of Lucas's involvement, we've started receiving calls from foreign investors. With the right persuasion, they'll pour even more money into us."
Min-suk flipped through the reports, nodding slowly. "It's definitely working," he admitted. However, after a moment of thought, he sighed. "But I don't know how Lucas will react to this. We're using his name as a marketing tool for the company's benefit."
Hyun-suk let out a chuckle as he stood up and walked over to pat his brother's shoulder. "Don't worry about it. Lucas won't mind. He's not the type to make a fuss over something like this." With a smirk, he added, "Besides, we just need to make sure he never finds out."
Min-suk looked skeptical. "I'm not too sure about that… Not only did we leak his stake in YG to the public, but we also tipped off the media to wait for his visit here."
Hyun-suk waved off the concern. "Just make sure he never finds out," he repeated casually.
Walking over to the window, he pulled back the curtain slightly and glanced outside. Below, at the entrance of the YG building, a large crowd of reporters stood waiting, cameras ready, clearly anticipating something.
"These reporters are incredibly patient," he muttered. "Even I don't know if Lucas is actually coming, yet they've been standing there for hours based on an unreliable anonymous tip."
Just as he was about to turn away, something caught his eye.
A black SUV pulled up in front of the building. Several burly security guards stepped out first, scanning the surroundings. Then, to his shock, Lucas and Jennifer stepped out of the vehicle.
The moment their presence was confirmed, reporters swarmed toward them, microphones raised, cameras flashing.
Hyun-suk's eyes widened. He turned to his brother, urgency in his voice.
"Lucas and Jennifer are here! Get everything ready—we need to properly receive them."
***
Lucas and Jennifer found themselves surrounded by a swarm of reporters the moment they stepped out of the SUV. The sheer number of journalists, both local and international, caught Lucas off guard.
Was this a coincidence, or had someone tipped them off?
It was possible that the media simply camped outside YG Entertainment's headquarters, given that the building was home to some of the biggest K-pop idols. But from the way the reporters seemed especially focused on him and Jennifer, it was clear that someone had leaked their arrival.
Among the crowd, Lucas spotted representatives from major international outlets like CNN, MSNBC, and Reuters, alongside a sea of Korean media.
A Korean woman holding a KBS mic stepped forward and, in fluent English, greeted them warmly. "Hi, I am from KBS. Welcome to South Korea, Mr. Knight, Ms. Lawrence."
Lucas and Jennifer exchanged a brief glance, slightly surprised by the polite introduction. Still, they nodded in acknowledgment.
The reporter wasted no time getting to the heart of the matter. "There is news that you own shares in YG Entertainment. Additionally, there are unconfirmed reports that you've invested heavily in other K-pop agencies. Do you see long-term potential in the K-pop industry? And can you confirm whether you're investing in companies beyond YG?"
The crowd hushed in anticipation, waiting for Lucas's response.
Lucas took a moment before answering, his voice measured. "I believe in the potential of the Korean entertainment industry as a whole—not just K-pop." He then added with a slight smirk, "As for whether I own shares in other agencies… let's just say I'd rather not have people blindly following my investments. I don't want to be blamed if they lose money just because they copied me."
Laughter rippled through the crowd. Many knew how investors tended to mirror high-profile figures like Warren Buffett, and Lucas's words rang true.
A different reporter jumped in with another key question. "We received a tip that you're visiting YG Entertainment today. Is this a confidential business meeting with the CEO, or are you considering a collaboration with YG artists?"
Lucas paused for a beat before answering, his tone playful. "Well… maybe I'm here for a business meeting. Or maybe I'm considering a collaboration." He gave a small shrug. "Who knows?"
The vague response only fueled curiosity, but before anyone could press further, another reporter—this time from CNN—decided to lighten the mood.
"Mrs. Knight, how has your time in South Korea been so far?" The journalist grinned, purposely referring to Jennifer as Mrs. Knight, drawing chuckles from the crowd.
Jennifer let out a small laugh, shaking her head. "Well, I can only say that it's a beautiful country."
Her response, though short, came with an easy smile that charmed the press. Lucas chuckled alongside her.
At that moment, the security team stepped in, guiding them toward the entrance. Several men in suits—likely YG's in-house staff—also moved to block persistent reporters, ensuring that Lucas and Jennifer could safely enter the building.
As the glass doors shut behind them, the murmur of the media continued outside.
Lucas glanced at the mass of reporters still lingering outside. The earlier admission from a journalist that they were "tipped off" about his visit all but confirmed his suspicion—someone inside YG Entertainment had leaked his arrival.
Turning back to the gathered employees, Lucas immediately spotted a distinct contrast among them. A line of well-dressed staff stood attentively, their expressions filled with admiration and professionalism as they observed him and Jennifer. However, what caught Lucas's attention were two men standing side by side at the forefront.
One of them, appearing younger, was dressed in a sharp, expensive-looking suit, fitting the image of a high-ranking executive. The other, however, stood out completely—a relaxed and casual outfit, far removed from corporate formality.
Lucas instantly knew who he was. Among a room full of formally dressed employees, the man in casual streetwear could only be one person: Yang Hyun-suk, the CEO of YG Entertainment.
As expected, Hyun-suk approached first, offering a firm handshake. "I'm Yang Hyun-suk, CEO of YG Entertainment. A pleasure to meet you both." His English was not fluent, but he was clearly comfortable enough with Western greetings. Without hesitation, he lightly hugged both Lucas and Jennifer, a gesture that wasn't common in Korean business culture but felt natural given YG's international ties.
Lucas remained composed as he shook his hand. "Nice to meet you as well," he said calmly.
Jennifer, ever the professional, also nodded with a small smile.
Hyun-suk then gestured toward the suited man beside him. "This is my younger brother, Yang Min-suk."
Min-suk appeared slightly nervous as he greeted them, shaking their hands quickly.
All the while, the YG employees watched with quiet excitement. It wasn't their first time seeing international stars visit the company—Will Smith and Jaden Smith had once come for an event, and even Justin Bieber had visited in the past.
But something felt different about this visit.
Lucas and Jennifer weren't just any celebrities—they were Hollywood royalty. Jennifer was an Oscar-winning actress, and Lucas was not only an actor but also an acclaimed musician and global icon. His influence stretched far beyond just movies or music; his investments and business acumen had made headlines worldwide.
The employees held themselves back, resisting the overwhelming urge to ask for autographs or selfies. Doing so in front of their CEO would be a career-ending move.
Still, many of them, particularly the women, couldn't take their eyes off Lucas.
"Wow… Lucas is even more handsome in person," one woman whispered in awe. "He looks unreal."
"Yeah, like… actually perfect," another woman, petite and sharp-featured, muttered, arms crossed. "Ugh. That Jennifer doesn't deserve him."
The men nearby overheard and immediately rolled their eyes.
"So you think you deserve Lucas?" one of them scoffed, eyeing the petite woman.
The woman dramatically flipped her hair and smirked. "Why not? Aren't I—" She struck a pose. "Beautiful?"
The man cringed, taking a step back. "Yeah, no. Please go away."
Another employee chuckled. "Aigoo… a shameless woman thinking she's better than Jennifer Lawrence."
"Ever heard of a mirror?" someone else added dryly.
The petite woman pouted, but her confidence remained unshaken. Rolling her eyes, she crossed her arms and huffed, "Hmph. You all just don't understand taste."
---
Inside the CEO's Office
Lucas and Jennifer settled into their seats inside Hyun-suk's office, the decor modern yet comfortable. Despite their reluctance, Hyun-suk personally poured them tea, a gesture of hospitality.
At the side, a translator stood ready, ensuring smooth communication.
Hyun-suk took a sip from his own cup before smiling warmly. "I really appreciate that you accepted my invitation and visited us. It's an honor."
The translator quickly conveyed his words, though Lucas understood him well enough.
Lucas set his cup down. "Well, I was curious about YG Entertainment's talents." His tone then turned more serious. "And as a shareholder, I'd also like to review the company's financial reports."
The request startled Hyun-suk. While it wasn't unusual for shareholders to request financial reports, most didn't personally visit and ask for them outright.
Still, Lucas had every right to make the request.
Hyun-suk nodded, maintaining his composure. "Of course. That won't be a problem."
Lucas simply smiled in response.
Truthfully, he rarely checked the financial reports of the companies he invested in—he usually left that to his team. But this time was different. He wasn't just looking at profits; he was checking for transparency.
YG Entertainment had a history of scandals. There had been rumors of tax evasion, and though nothing was confirmed yet, Lucas wanted to see for himself whether the company's dealings were clean.
More importantly, Lucas was searching for any early signs of suspicious business transactions.
He knew about a scandal that, in his previous life, wouldn't surface for another two years. A major controversy would shake YG Entertainment, linked to businesses associated with Seungri, one of the company's high-profile idols.
Lucas wasn't just looking at numbers—he was looking for patterns, for red flags that could signal criminal activity.
And if there was a way to stop it before it even began… he would.
Not just as a shareholder, but as someone who refused to stand by while lives were ruined.