Fashion Genius Collects Stars - Chapter 64



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Episode 64 At a Campsite in the Midwinter

‘I was a coward.’

Chairman Kim Si-on gritted his teeth.

Looking back, it wasn’t like myself.

While trying his best not to change, he hoped that Lee Yong-won would understand and break him.

In some ways, that is no different from passing the buck.

It was an irresponsible attitude of saying, “I’ll just stay here, and you drag me out of the room yourself!”

‘In the end, I have to make the decision and take responsibility for it. I learned that that’s what a chairman is… ‘

Didn’t I look like a child who had been locked in a room because he was upset? I felt ashamed of myself all over again.

If he truly wanted to change, he had to be willing to put in more effort.

I had to break away from the image of myself that I had previously shown to people and pursue a new image. At the same time, I had to find a way to be loved by more people.

Lee Yong-won was only a person who helped in the process. The captain who was holding the steering wheel was himself. It had to be Chairman Kim Si-on.

‘Fashion is the cheapest way in the world to create the look you want.’

Deep in the cave of my heart, the words Lee Yong-won had said seemed to echo endlessly.

okay.

Fashion is the cheapest way in the world to change myself.

When he thought of those words, Chairman Kim Si-on felt so embarrassed that his face turned red while he was still changing his clothes.

I was afraid to even try this cheap and low-risk method.

And then you say with your mouth, ‘Everything needs to change’?

‘In fact, deep in my subconscious, there was such a strong inertia.’

What I learned from my father and grandfather, and what I inherited.

In his head, he believed that he had to reform them in order for the Commandment Group to advance further… … but deep down, he had a firm hold on them and would not let go.

Could true innovation have been possible in this situation?

‘Really. I have to change first. I have to change from cheap and easy things like fashion to more difficult things, carefully but bravely.’

The fact that the success or failure of a huge group and numerous employees depended on his choice. It was a burden… … but it was something he had already prepared for.

Global competition is becoming more and more fierce, and the winner-take-all system is becoming more and more established. If you don’t make a move, all that’s left is to slowly wither away, forgetting the legacy of your father and grandfather.

So wasn’t it a decided innovation?

Kim Si-on changed his clothes and looked at himself in the full-length mirror prepared inside the camper van.

It was cool.

Sure, it was cool.

* * *

Chairman Kim Si-on looked cool after changing his clothes.

Of course, she always looked great wearing the clothes I chose for her, but this time, something felt different.

Should I say that the form has changed?

It felt like she was naturally embracing her new look. She wore a variety of colors, giving off a more active vibe, but also exuding a contemplative vibe, like layer after layer.

A subtle change that is difficult to express in a word. But it perfectly completed Chairman Kim Si-on’s look.

My father let out a sigh of admiration. He hadn’t been particularly impressed earlier, but this time it seemed like something was different in his eyes.

“Wow… … . Mr. Chairman, you look great. You look so natural. Now I feel like my clothes fit you perfectly.”

Chairman Kim Si-on looks at his father without feeling embarrassed and nods.

“I think so too. I feel like I haven’t been able to fully enjoy the clothes that designer Lee Yong-won has chosen and made for me. I reflected a lot while changing clothes.”

ah,

Something has definitely changed.

Good. If Chairman Kim Si-on opens his heart and approaches us like this, it will be easier to bring about change. In fact, Chairman Kim Si-on had an innate sense that allowed him to continue to grow in fashion even while rebelling.

The question remains whether that sense can be expressed in color… … But so far, it is positive.

also.

It was good that I called you to the campsite.

It seems like my father is secretly good at timing things.

Previously, when Kim Ji-hoon was around, he would go easy on them, but today he just kept pushing them. And in the end, he showed his skill in drawing out the deep feelings of his opponent.

I gladly made a subtle suggestion to Chairman Kim Si-on.

“Then, Chairman, how many more suits should I try on?”

“Is there more?”

“Yes. I brought all the clothes I designed while thinking of you, Chairman.”

I think it was a good idea to bring all the clothes I made without hiding them. When I feel like this, I should make them wear as many clothes as possible to make them feel familiar.

As I was happily preparing to take out a load of clothes, my father suddenly asked me.

“But son, do you have any clothes for me?”

oh.

Looking back, the expression was full of anticipation. This. If it wasn’t there, I had a feeling that I’d be upset!

“Oh. Of course. Okay. Dad! A present!”

Fortunately, when I was packing, I was too lazy to just pick and choose, so I just threw everything in, so there were quite a few extras. When I took out some clothes that would fit my father’s body type and gave them to him, his expression brightened.

But isn’t your father asking you again?

“But Yongwon. Don’t you have any clothes? We’re all wearing your clothes, but wouldn’t it be weird if you weren’t wearing any?”

Hmm? Is that how it is again?

Chairman Kim Si-on also joined in on his father’s words.

“Oh, I see. If you have any spare ones, Designer Lee Yong-won, please wear one too.”

Huh?

I was swept away by the atmosphere and ended up choosing an outfit for myself.

Then, Chairman Kim Si-on smiled playfully and said this.

“Designer. Since it’s come to this, how about promoting the new product?”

“yes?”

“Are there any SS season clothes among the clothes you brought?”

“Uh… … . That’s right? I designed various things while thinking of you, Chairman… … . Some of them were included in the SS collection. It was annoying, so I brought them all.”

“Then let’s have a fashion show!”

“Isn’t it cold?”

“ah.”

SS season clothes are literally Spring and Summer season clothes. It was natural that it would be cold if I wore them in this weather. Spring clothes would be okay, but what about summer clothes? Should I wear short sleeves and shorts in a cold wind?

“So what! Russians go into ice water in the middle of winter wearing only underwear! Just shivering for a little while is enough!”

“Yeah. Yeah. I’m not old yet. Plus, there’s a fireplace here, so it’ll be okay.”

No. These people are more proactive than me.

It’s embarrassing and shameful… … but!

I can’t take it out.

“Okay! Let’s do a shiver-quivering fashion show! This is all a memory!”

I went through the clothes I had brought with me and picked out the SS season clothes.

A camping site on a winter night where a cold wind still blows.

We took out our short-sleeved shirts and shorts and came out and posed in front of the camera.

“Ugh! It’s cold!”

I was the only one making a weak sound.

“Ahh! That’s refreshing!”

My father was happy and made thick sounds like an old man,

“I remember when I was in the military. It was really hard to get a job… … .”

Chairman Kim Si-on was lost in memories? Something similar.

It’s called Altong Guborani.

I thought he wouldn’t do that since he’s the chairman of a large corporation. But somehow I feel closer to him.

The three of us kept changing our clothes and striking poses diligently. The staff members who followed Chairman Kim Si-on diligently took videos and photos.

“This outfit. It’s a polyester and hemp blend, so it feels really cool. I was careful when choosing the fabric because hemp is not good for washing and ironing!”

“Oh! That feels refreshing.”

They even describe the clothes and take pictures.

It’s so fucking cold.

It was strangely fun.

“But father, you look really good in those clothes. Your poses are also natural.”

“Haha. When I was little, my dream was to be a model.”

“yes?”

“Huh? Dad, you said your dream was to be a model when you were young?”

“I got a casting call… … but in the end, I gave up. It was a time when I had to earn a living for my parents and siblings, so I couldn’t pursue my dream.”

“ah…….”

“I regret it a lot. I also think that I couldn’t help it. I had something to protect. However, I think it would be different if it were you, Chairman. You’re a much bigger person than me.”

Is it because I’m drunk from the cold?

I also heard for the first time in my life the story of my father’s dreams from his childhood.

After the fashion show, which lasted for a long time and involved changing clothes here and there, we huddled together in front of the outdoor fireplace, shivering and covered with blankets.

Ah… … . It’s really cold.

I’m dying from exhaustion. Somehow, I feel like I’ve gotten a step closer to my father and Chairman Kim Si-on. We chatted and ate the sweet potatoes we had thrown into the campfire.

Chairman Kim Si-on also ate the sweet potatoes without making a sound this time, his mouth turning black and relishing the taste.

Just when my body was finally starting to thaw, I got a phone call.

It was Minseo.

“Huh? Minseo?”

– Ah. PD-nim. That… … . I was watching again after taking a break, and I thought of it, so I called you. Oh, I really want to go camping like that…

“Oh. Is that so? I was just taking pictures of that.”

– Yes? Who… … are you?

“With Chairman Kim Si-on.”

– ah…….

Somehow Minseo’s voice became gloomy.

– Oh, I see. I see… … . Ah… … . Well, I hoped I could be of help… … . I ended up… … . Oh, no. That’s not it. Good. Chairman Kim Si-on.

The guy kept rambling on and on in a sullen voice.

to be honest.

At this point, no matter how stupid I am, there’s no way I wouldn’t know.

“Minseo.”

– yes yes?

“Can you come out next time?”

In that regard.

– yes!!!

The answer came back as if it was a bolt from the blue.

– I can do it. I wanted to go to that camp. Okay. When should I go?

Yeo Min-seo, who had a hard time saying that she wanted to appear too, was very cautious, but when I asked her to join, she honestly revealed her feelings.

The joy conveyed without embellishment was so good that it made me feel good.

“I’ll contact you again. I think I’ll finish the new design soon. See you then!”

– Yes! Just let me know in advance. I’ll find a way to make it work for you!

Minseo, who answered so energetically, paused for a moment and then said this.

– I’m glad I could help you, PD.

It’s not like I’m a magpie repaying a favor… … .

Minseo seemed like a child who really had a clear sense of duty.

Minseo and I had a business relationship from the beginning, so there was nothing Minseo could say she owed me from the beginning. And on top of that, I gave her a car worth hundreds of millions of won as a gift… … .

But I guess that wasn’t enough in Minseo’s heart. So she always tries her best to be my strength.

I was so grateful for that.

Where else can you find a kid like this?

“Minseo. You have already been of great help to me.”

– PD. What did I… … .

“No. Really. You are my muse. Thanks to you, I have my designs.”

– … … .

Minseo was silent for a moment.

Then, for some reason, he spoke in a voice that was a bit louder than usual.

– Ah! PD-nim. I have another schedule. I’ll go now. Please let me know when the filming schedule is set. I’ll make sure to get it out somehow!

“Yeah. Okay.”

After hanging up the phone with Minseo, I stood there blankly for a moment.

The stars shine in the night sky

In front of the camper van over there, my father and Chairman Kim Si-on are drinking and chatting.

Suddenly, that thought occurred to me.

That’s really good.

I want to continue to have good moments with good people like this.

But what’s better than anything is that there’s a tomorrow to look forward to.

The new SS season clothes that I tried on my chairman and father today. Honestly, they were really good.

What else will happen after this collection is released?

Today is such a good day,

When I thought tomorrow would be better, I felt dizzy, as if I had eaten too much sweets.

To the point where I wonder if it’s okay to be this happy.