"Yeondon has received great help from Representative Baek both in the past and now." The owner of Yeondon, frustrated by 'fake news', directed criticism at Baek Jong-won, the representative of Theborn Korea.
Kim, the owner of Yeondon, recently posted two photos on Yeondon's official social media. The released photos showed Kim wearing a chef's hat and smiling alongside a profile picture of Baek Jong-won, the representative of Theborn Korea. Along with this, he posted a long message expressing his feelings.
In the message, he stated, "Recently, there have been many strange rumors regarding my relationship with Representative Baek, which is why I am posting this." He continued, "I saw a post indicating that this year's profits were significantly lower compared to sales. This was not due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which made it impossible to increase sales, nor could we decrease expenditures. However, I was never upset because of this."
Kim noted, "After that, with Representative Baek's help, we relocated to a larger store, and now our sales and profits have increased significantly. Our Yeondon has received great help from Representative Baek both in the past and now," adding, "Thanks to Representative Baek's help, I am now settled comfortably in Jeju and living happily."
Yeondon is a specialized pork cutlet restaurant discovered by Baek Jong-won when he appeared on the SBS entertainment program 'Baek Jong-won's Alley Restaurant.' The representative of Theborn Korea recognized the efforts and perseverance of the Yeondon owner, who was struggling to continue business in a corner of Pobangteo Market, and the restaurant gained widespread attention through 'Alley Restaurant.' However, it later faced challenges due to the territorial pressures from other market merchants. Subsequently, Yeondon opened a location near Theborn Hotel in Jeju, established by Representative Baek, and has become a popular local restaurant known for long lines.
Since then, the owner of Yeondon and Representative Baek have consistently expressed their strong relationship through various entertainment broadcasts and YouTube content. As more people expressed their disappointment about Yeondon's location in Jeju and long lines, Theborn Korea launched a new dining brand called Yeondon Volcutz, according to Yeondon's policy of not franchising.
However, recently, fake news regarding Yeondon and Theborn Korea has spread, primarily fueled by some social media and cyber bullies. Representative Baek has issued a public apology regarding the controversies surrounding Theborn Korea and promised a comprehensive overhaul. The false news that there is a conflict with Yeondon has spread rapidly. Accordingly, Kim, the owner of Yeondon, reportedly felt compelled to clarify the situation directly through social media.
Comments on the post by the owner of Yeondon included support from netizens, such as, "This is a straightforward writing like the owner. Why are they so eager to criticize?", "I always cheer for you", "Please don't pay attention to the comments and don't be hurt", and "Regardless of what anyone says, I think the owner's greatest benefactor in life is Representative Baek. Even though Representative Baek is going through a tough time with various rumors, I quietly support that he will return one day."
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