After the meeting, Lucas finally took the time to explain to Jennifer why Hyun-suk and Min-suk had been so nervous earlier.
As she listened, her expression shifted from confusion to disbelief.
"You're kidding," she said, crossing her arms.
Lucas shook his head. "Nope. That's exactly what happened."
Jennifer let out a huff of frustration, clearly annoyed. "And they thought you wouldn't understand them? The audacity."
Lucas chuckled, placing a calming hand on her shoulder. "Relax. I already handled it."
Jennifer sighed, shaking her head. "I swear, you let too many people off the hook."
He smirked. "Not everyone. Just the ones who still have their uses."
Though she was still irritated, she knew Lucas well enough to trust that he had his own way of dealing with things.
---
Hours after their tour of YG Entertainment, headlines flooded the media.
News about Lucas and Jennifer's visit was everywhere—not just in South Korea, but across Asia.
Speculation ran wild.
Were they discussing a possible collaboration?
Or was it strictly business?
No one knew for sure, but fans of BigBang and other YG groups were buzzing with excitement, hoping that Lucas would collaborate with their idols.
Korean news outlets only intensified the rumors, reporting on every detail—including his meetings with Psy and the BigBang members.
In Seoul, especially among the younger crowd, the hype surrounding Lucas's presence in Korea was uncontainable.
People were constantly checking the news, eager for updates.
Despite the media frenzy, Lucas and Jennifer remained unfazed.
Instead of staying in the city, they took a trip to Jeju Island, enjoying some well-deserved time together.
Even there, their presence didn't go unnoticed.
Locals and tourists alike recognized them, and many approached them for pictures and autographs.
Fortunately, with security in place, they were able to enjoy their time without too much trouble.
Unlike their time in Seoul, this time they chose not to wear disguises.
They wanted to explore freely, without having to hide.
Even though everyone on the island knew who they were, they were met with nothing but kindness.
Some locals, despite struggling with English, went out of their way to make them feel welcome.
One elderly man smiled and said in broken English, "Enjoy your stay—you can ignore annoying people."
Hearing that, Lucas and Jennifer couldn't help but laugh, their hearts warmed by the gesture.
---
While they had fun, business was never completely off Lucas's schedule.
Today, he had a meeting with Bang Si-hyuk, the CEO of Big Hit Entertainment, and finally got the chance to meet BTS in person.
During their conversation, Lucas casually mentioned a possible collaboration, showing them a music video of an international artist he had in mind.
As the video played, Kim Namjoon (RM), BTS's leader, suddenly perked up, his eyes widening in recognition.
"Wait, I know this guy!" he exclaimed. "I've listened to some of his beats before!"
He leaned closer, pointing at the screen. "Isn't his name… Marshmello?"
Lucas turned to him with an impressed smile. "That's right."
He was a bit surprised that RM recognized the artist so quickly.
However, what really amused him was the reaction from the other BTS members, especially those who weren't as fluent in English.
Hearing Namjoon say 'Marshmello,' a few of them looked at each other in confusion.
"Did he just say… marshmallow?"
"Wait, is this about food?"
Some of them even glanced around as if expecting actual marshmallows to appear.
Namjoon groaned before explaining. "No, guys! Not the food—Marshmello! The artist!"
Lucas and Jennifer watched in amusement as the group erupted into playful bickering, some still mispronouncing the name, while Namjoon struggled to explain.
Jennifer, who couldn't understand Korean, leaned in and whispered, "What's going on?"
Lucas grinned. "They think Namjoon is talking about actual marshmallows."
Jennifer stared for a second before laughing. "Oh my god."
Namjoon noticed Jennifer laughing and felt his face heat up, growing even more embarrassed for his groupmates.
He sighed, shaking his head, thinking, 'Right in front of two Hollywood superstars…'
But there wasn't much he could do.
Still, realizing that Lucas and Jennifer probably didn't understand Korean, he quickly tried to smooth things over.
"My friends are just a little nervous meeting two world-famous people. It's not something that happens every day. Sorry about that."
Lucas chuckled, surprising Namjoon. "No need to apologize. And I don't think it's nervousness. They genuinely thought we were talking about marshmallows."
Before Namjoon could respond, Lucas added, this time in fluent Korean,
"I can understand Korean."
The room fell into stunned silence.
Namjoon's eyes widened in shock, and the other BTS members—Kim Seokjin (Jin), Min Yoongi (Suga), Jung Hoseok (J-Hope), Park Jimin, Kim Taehyung (V), and Jeon Jungkook—all turned to Lucas with identical expressions of disbelief.
Even Bang Si-hyuk, the CEO, looked visibly surprised.
"Wait… you speak Korean?" Seokjin blurted out, his usually playful tone edged with genuine astonishment.
"Like… fluently?" Taehyung added, blinking in disbelief.
Yoongi, who had been quiet until now, muttered, "That's crazy."
Jungkook, wide-eyed, looked at Namjoon. "Hyung, did you know this?"
Namjoon shook his head, still processing. "No. I had no idea."
Lucas watched their reactions in amusement, letting them take it all in before speaking again.
"No need to act so surprised." He shrugged casually. "I'm just someone who happens to speak a few languages besides English."
Jennifer, still lost in the conversation, leaned toward Lucas and whispered, "What's happening?"
Lucas smirked. "They're just shocked I can understand everything they've been saying."
Jennifer blinked, then laughed again. "Well, that explains why they look like they just saw a ghost."
Bringing the focus back, Lucas redirected the discussion.
"Anyway, let's talk about the collaboration. Marshmello is a well-known DJ who exploded in popularity last year."
The group nodded, now more attentive.
"But besides him," Lucas continued, "there's another artist I want you guys to consider."
He clicked on another YouTube video, and as soon as the beat dropped, Namjoon's eyes lit up.
"That's Lucid!" he exclaimed.
Namjoon leaned forward with excitement. "I love his music! He even collaborated with Marshmello before!"
Lucas nodded, clearly impressed by Namjoon's knowledge of international artists. "That's right."
"Lucid is another artist I want you guys to collaborate with."
Namjoon frowned slightly, looking thoughtful. "Isn't Lucid on hiatus? He hasn't been that active lately. I haven't heard much from him for a while."
Lucas chuckled, amused. After all, Lucid was his alter-ego—and the more active Lucas Knight was, the less visible Lucid became.
"Will we really be able to collaborate with him?" Namjoon asked, still skeptical.
Lucas's lips curled into a knowing smile.
"Of course."
He leaned forward slightly, his tone filled with confidence. "I'm sure Lucid would be open to a collaboration—especially with a K-pop group like you guys."
The BTS members felt truly honored.
Hearing Lucas Knight, a Hollywood superstar, speak about them with such confidence was both overwhelming and deeply touching.
For years, they had struggled as a group, facing doubt from critics, industry insiders, and even some friends and family. Not everyone had believed in their potential.
Yet now, standing before them was one of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, expressing faith in their talent without hesitation.
It meant more than words could express.
Some of the members, visibly moved, began thanking Lucas sincerely, expressing deep gratitude for not just his belief in them, but also his early investments in Big Hit Entertainment, which had indirectly supported their journey.
Even Jennifer was caught off guard, watching as the group bowed slightly in gratitude.
Lucas, usually composed, blinked in mild surprise before letting out a soft chuckle.
"You guys don't have to thank me," he said with a small smile. "I just saw potential where others didn't."
Namjoon, though still feeling a bit embarrassed about earlier, felt genuinely grateful as well.
The conversation flowed smoothly after that.
Lucas continued discussing music and projects with them, and before leaving, he even extended an invitation to the group to visit the United States, teasing the possibility of future collaborations.
As the meeting wrapped up, Lucas had a final discussion with Bang Si-hyuk, going over important business matters before it was time to part ways.
---
The days in South Korea continued to unfold smoothly.
Meanwhile, Lucas's Netflix Korea projects were now fully underway.
Casting was already in progress for the series Lucas had approved, with Twinkling Watermelon gaining momentum as production teams finalized key roles.
Alongside it, two other high-potential K-dramas, carefully selected by Lucas for their originality and strong narratives, were also moving forward, drawing attention from both industry insiders and eager audiences.
Among them, Squid Game had his utmost attention.
Unlike most Korean projects, which operated on smaller budgets, this series had ambitious production demands.
Still, Lucas was more than willing to invest millions of dollars into it, believing in its potential global impact.
To ensure things progressed smoothly, Lucas personally met with the creator, Hwang Dong-hyuk, at the Netflix Korea office.
From the moment they sat down, it was clear—Dong-hyuk wasn't overwhelmed by Lucas's celebrity status.
Instead, he was focused entirely on his vision.
With passionate determination, he explained the concept of Squid Game, painting a vivid picture of its social commentary, psychological tension, and survival themes.
He didn't ask for special treatment or favors—he simply wanted his story to come to life.
And in a moment of raw sincerity, he finally said,
"Please help me make this series… It's okay even if I don't earn much from it. I just want to see this story realized."
Lucas observed him carefully, admiring his dedication.
Then, he smiled.
"Of course, I'll help you. In fact, I already approved it as one of Netflix Korea's new flagship series."
Dong-hyuk let out a shaky breath of relief, his posture relaxing for the first time since the meeting started.
"Thank you," he said, bowing deeply.
Even though he had received official approval, the uncertainty and stress had weighed heavily on him.
Only now, hearing Lucas's direct confirmation, did he feel a true sense of relief.
"Even if I only make just enough to put food on the table," he admitted, "I'd still be thankful as long as this project gets made."
Lucas let out a soft chuckle, shaking his head.
"No need for that. I'll make sure you're paid fairly. In fact, I'll even give you a percentage of the profits if the series does well. It's your work, after all."
Dong-hyuk stared at him, stunned.
His eyes widened slightly before he quickly bowed again—this time, in sheer gratitude.
"T-thank you so much!"
He bowed again—and then again—before Lucas finally raised a hand to stop him.
"That's enough bowing. You're making me feel like a king or something."
Dong-hyuk laughed awkwardly, finally straightening up.
---
In between business and relaxation, Lucas also agreed to appear as a guest on a popular South Korean variety show—Running Man.
Both he and Jennifer wanted to wrap up their trip on a fun note, experiencing one or two of Korea's top entertainment programs before heading home.
After confirming their appearance, the official Running Man accounts on Naver, Daum, and Nate made the highly anticipated announcement:
"Hollywood's power couple, Lucas Knight & Jennifer Lawrence, to guest on Running Man! Stay tuned for an unforgettable episode!"
The news spread like wildfire, immediately trending on Naver's entertainment section and topping discussion boards on Pann, TheQoo, and DC Inside.
Korean netizens flooded the comments with excitement:
"Hul, daebak! Lucas and Jennifer on Running Man?? Is this real??"
"They're actually doing Korean variety? LOL, I can't wait to hear their awkward Korean!"
"I'm excited to see how Yoo Jae-suk teases them! LOL"
"Wait, are they actually going to play the punishment games too?"
"If Hollywood stars end up doing a rock-paper-scissors punishment, I swear I'll die laughing! LOL"
The hype only continued to build, with entertainment news outlets picking up the story, and fans eagerly speculating what kind of hilarious challenges Lucas and Jennifer might face.