"The moral is that wealth complicates everything," Calista said. "People make assumptions. They create narratives. Your grandfather assumed Joonwoo's family was hiding something shady because he couldn't believe anyone was that clean. The public will assume things about you because that's what people do."
"So keep it vague," Joonwoo repeated. "'Comfortable background.' That's it. Don't confirm. Don't deny. Just... vague."
"Got it." Soorin finally ate her stew properly now. "Vegas is 'connected as friends, timing complicated.' First kiss is reality show dinner. Future is 'taking it day by day.' Family background is 'comfortable.' Anything else?"
"If they push on any of these points," Calista said, standing to clear dishes, "you smile politely and say 'I've answered what I'm comfortable sharing. Let's move on.' No apologizing. No over-explaining. Just boundaries."
"And if the interviewer really won't let it go?"
