Chapter 100

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Lanzhou, Gansu province, China .

[Ready, action . ]

A woman in a tight Chinese dress blocked an opposing one clad in black . Following that, she hit her opponent with her elbow . The opponent tried to retreat from the force but had to fly in the air due to a blow from the knee and the fists .

[Cut! Good, very good . ]

The director, holding the megaphone, continued onto the next scene as though he was satisfied with the action scene . But this time, the black-clad woman switched . It was an action double . However, the lady in the Chinese dress shook her hands to signal that she was okay . The director gave the sign as soon as the makeup re-do was done . The shooting began .

[Where is he?]

During a clash of fists, the woman in the Chinese dressed asked that question, but the black-clad lady did not answer . The twos body flew up into the air before clashing again . When the two floated into the air, a giant fan caused their dresses to flutter .

[Cut! Okay, lets rest for a bit . ]

It was an okay sign on the first shoot . As a difficult action scene was very good on the first try, the director also seemed to have felt good and gave everyone a break . While everyone went back to their places, the lady in the Chinese dress laid back on a long bench .

Her manager gave her a bottle of cold water as she wiped her sweat away with a towel .

Well done, JinSeo .

The woman in the Chinese dress it was Min JinSeo . She drank the whole bottle in one go and put it down .

Thanks, JooHwan-oppa . How about HyeRin-unni and the others?

Theyre all nearby . Theyre busy touring the Jiayuguan .

Sheesh . Tell them to watch out for their organs .

Whoa, JinSeo . Where did you learn that from?

From you, of course .

Manager Kim JooHwan was scared stiff at Min JinSeos words . Min JinSeo giggled seeing him panic .

Its a joke . Oppa . What about the thing I asked you about last time?

You asked me something?

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When Min JinSeos expression turned frightening, manager Kim JooHwan immediately clapped his hands as though he remembered .

Oh, that? I looked into it already .

Manager Kim JooHwan tried to act calm as he replied .

Team leader Lee is in Korea right now .

In . in Korea? He came back from America?

Min JinSeo shouted very loudly . All the Chinese staff looked towards her due to the sudden outburst of Korean, but Min JinSeo did not care at all .

Where, where is he? Is he doing well? Hes not sick anywhere, right? Right?

Dont get excited . Calm down, do things one by one .

Sorry . Anyway, hes in Korea?

Yeah . For now, anyway .

Min JinSeo stood up as though there was nothing more to say . She looked as though she was about to pack her bag and go . Kim JooHwan grabbed her in panic .

Let me go .

Calm down . Where do you think youre going?

What do you mean where? Of course, its to Korea .

You want to ditch this place and go to Korea? Do you think that petty team leader would like it if you go to Korea right now?

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Min JinSeo became silent . With his personality, if she told him that she ditched work to meet him, then it was obvious that he would book her a flight back immediately . KangYoon was such a person .

Moreover, if you ditch your work here, your life as an entertainer will be over . The female protagonist left the film scene in order to meet a guy . Im afraid of rumors . How much do you think this film costs .

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Actually, the company told me to never tell you about it, but Im telling you because youre an adult and I believe that you can take care of yourself, so lets work, okay?

Okay .

Youre going to Korea in half a year anyway? Our goddess, please do your best, okay?

Min JinSeo powerlessly nodded her head at his words .

Her heart had already flown over to Korea .

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Resting time .

Kim JaeHoon was resting while drinking some water to relieve his fatigue .

Record it again?

The song was definitely satisfactory . But recording it again? Kim JaeHoon approached KangYoon thinking that he might have done something wrong .

JaeHoon what is it?

The recording . Im wondering if my song was bad .

Kim JaeHoon expressed his question . It was definitely okay to his ears . That was why he gave the okay on top of that, he was known as a perfectionist too .

KangYoon was already aware of what he was thinking and carefully replied .

What do you mean bad, it was very good . But there were parts that I thought were slightly off .

Off?

Yeah . This part . Ill get ready until then this part . You know that the tone switches here, right?

Yes . Because I raise the sound quickly .

Why dont we slow it down a little?

Slow it down?

Yeah . In my opinion .

KangYoon spoke the things he felt while observing the notes . Kim JaeHoon was suspicious at first but eventually looked as though he understood .

Okay . Perhaps its because I keep getting into the habit of thinking about the MR . I thought I matched it pretty well .

Youre not doing it wrong . I think its just a matter of feeling . You know, something minute .

Kim JaeHoon was very sensitive . KangYoon indirectly spoke of his opinions in order to not make Kim JaeHoon react sensitively, and Kim JaeHoon listened to him well .

After the rest, the recording began again . Kim JaeHoons singing rang out through the studio again with the piano accompaniment .

The meaning behind the tears on my eyes I consoled myself that it was rain

Kim JaeHoons voice rode on the faint piano accompaniment and emphasized the bass . The drums calmly generated the rhythm . All the notes produced white light and filled the studio .

Cant win against my loneliness I wander through the night, drunk, looking for you

Kim JaeHoons song heightened gradually . At the same time, the light became more intense as well . KangYoon could see the faint silver light amidst of the white light .

This is the part .

KangYoon was nervous . This was the phrase where the silver light started increasing . KangYoon clasped his hand hoping that Kim JaeHoon would do well .

My hot love is washed away by the rain

The bass lowered and the drums became fancier . At the same time, Kim JaeHoons voice became higher .

Your promise to return made me live on but

White light had already filled every inch of the studio already . This was enough to enchant the audiences . However, KangYoon wanted more than that . The silver song was what he was waiting for .

And finally, the moment KangYoon waited for finally came .

Ill get ready until then it doesnt matter if youre late

This was the repeated bridge after the chorus . Kim JaeHoon seemed to have perfectly understood what KangYoon wanted and took his time raising his voice . The minute misalignment between his voice and the instruments now matched and the song turned silver .

This is it!

KangYoon gripped his fists .

Everything for you the day you come back to me

Kim JaeHoons voice became higher and higher . He even ad-libbed higher than he had to . When he did, the white that had turned silver glowed brighter and filled the studio .

Whoa .

Moon ShinHak couldnt even exclaim as he wanted to . He had already lost his calm . The producer and the staff had all of their gazes stolen away by him . The silver light enchanted all . Only KangYoon was not charmed by it .

A gap? Did such a thing happen?

I should get his signature later .

While all of the staff members were dumbfounded by that scene, Kim JaeHoons song reached the climax .

The love hidden deep in my heart you are the one I love -

Kim JaeHoons song reached its climax .

The silver light had also reached its peak . The studio was already filled with light and notes that KangYoon couldnt see in front of him . The band also used fancy techniques .

The song then slowly faded out . However, the silver light did not fade away and left behind a deep presence .

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No one reacted . To be exact, no one could react .

A moment of silence passed . Then .

Clap, clap, clap clap clap .

All of the staff started applauding . It was their appreciation to Kim JaeHoon for letting them listen to a great song .

Thank you .

Kim JaeHoon did a 90-degree bow politely . The camera caught him doing this .

This looks awesome . This is like a huge jackpot .

The producer was already imagining how to package this and broadcast it to the public . Todays shoot could definitely be considered the single best episode among the ones he did until now .

Kim JaeHoons late night music show Hula, finished like that .

***

Lee HeeYoon!

JooAh ran towards HeeYoon who was waving from the grass . JooAh hugged HeeYoon strongly and jumped .

HeeYoon! My girl! When did you become so pretty?

JooAh, look at you . Your butt is so round now .

Hey, hey . Its actually padded .

What? It doesnt feel like it though .

Thats a joke . Arent I good?

The two girls expressed their joy . Soon, the two headed to a nearby restaurant .

JooAh ordered a lot including steak . When HeeYoon became surprised, she made a v with her fingers saying that she would pay .

Looks like youre stressed out?

Phew, tell me about it . Im always busy fighting those directors .

JooAh insulted the directors for a long while . She didnt hold back on her words and said that they were all haughty when they didnt even know how the actual scene turned out . HeeYoon sighed after hearing that .

So those old men have a lot of problems .

Ah, forget it . I at least can resist them . But the Eddios girls are really pitiful . Theyre going around clubs, but they dont have any intentions on calling them back to Korea . Why are they all like this?

Even in JooAhs eyes, the directors had a lot of problems . They looked as though they werent thinking about their actions at all . To be exact, they looked as though they were more sensitive to their own profits rather than the profits of the company as a whole . She was worried that the image of MG Entertainment would fall like a toppling tower at this rate . However, she switched topics saying that such a topic would just cause headaches .

Is KangYoon-oppa doing well?

My brother? Hes doing well .

Hes doing well as an arrangement composer . Oh yeah, HeeYoon . Do me a song .

A song? Are you going to do an album?

Not yet . Later .

Sure . Ill force you even if you dont want it so dont worry about that .

Hahaha, Ill judge you .

The two girls kept talking away for a long time .

***

Two weeks after the recording of the late night music show Hula .

The program was broadcasted . Although it was a late-night show, KTS (The TV station) leaked that Kim JaeHoon was going to appear and gathered everyones attention . Moreover, articles appeared on the internet as well as on hot search words list . This was a result of KangYoons business . Kim JaeHoons name value also played a role .

Yoo SungGyum was a fan of Kim JaeHoon . As soon as he saw that Kim JaeHoon was going to appear on KTSs Hula, he decided to watch the main episode .

And 30 minutes past midnight arrived . He turned on the TV and clad himself in his blanket .

Hello? Im Moon ShinHak . Today .

The TV introduced Moon ShinHak and some short commentary from him . Then, Kim JaeHoon appeared after a bit of time . The band had appeared on the camera as well .

White Moonlight? So, the session is a band .

After a comment that the singer and the band were from the same company, they talked about more recent matters for a little while . After a short conversation, Kim JaeHoons song began . This was the moment he was waiting for . Yoo SungGyum perked his ears .

I will not love

Kim JaeHoons voice was as good as ever . The 4 year-gap, 2 years of conflict with his former company as well as the 2 years in the military looked as though it had not happened . Yoo SungGyum unintentionally waved around in his blanket .

Every one of them was a famous song . There were some of Kim JaeHoons own songs, and some English songs as well . Kim JaeHoons unique low voice was so cool as he sang those songs . A perfect voice it was definitely worthy of being called that .

And then .

This time, Ive prepared Promise Again .

This was the song that put Kim JaeHoon up to the top . Yoo SungGyun rejoiced inwardly . Finally, finally!

The piano accompaniment flowed out and Kim JaeHoons voice drenched his ears .

The meaning behind the tears in my eyes I consoled myself that it was rain

It was as good as ever . Yoo SungGyun exclaimed . He felt as though he was about to shout in joy . The song flowed on and his heart became more fulfilled .

-Your promise to return made me live on but

He felt heightened as the song continued . The accompaniment waved and his heart also waved . However, the true wave started at that moment .

Ill get ready until then It doesnt matter if youre late

Kim JaeHoons voice leisurely rose and beat his heart strongly . This felt completely different from before . His ears trembled and he felt goosebumps all over his body . A good song now came to him as something completely different . It felt as though an electric shock had passed through him .

He couldnt get a hold of himself, and the song reached its peak .

The love hidden deep in my heart you are the one I love -

It felt as though everything burst out at once . All the hindrances crumbled as though a dam was broken through . Kim JaeHoons low yet refreshing voice pierce through him completely .

The song ended, and even though commentary resumed, Yoo SungGyum couldnt get a hold of himself .

This, this . What is!

Tonight, Yoo SungGyum was met with a great song .

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Kim JaeHoon bursts out with emotional . Music show Hula was .

Those four gap years have done nothing to him . Kim JaeHoon, when is his comeback?

Will he cry the hearts of women? Kim JaeHoons experiences

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KangYoon closed the internet . The day after the broadcast, the internets top search word was already Kim JaeHoon . Not because of his conflicts with his previous company, but purely because of his song .

Lee HyunJi smiled at the good results .

Are we a step forward now?

Yes . We can start now .

KangYoon replied with a deep sigh .

There was a 4-year gap, but Kim JaeHoon is still as good as ever . No, he became stronger!

They could appeal this point through Hula this time . It was a great success .

Leave the PR to me . I already have the SNS down .

Youre really reassuring .

Thanks to Lee HyunJi, KangYoon could work on his own work more comfortably . A partner who worked without having to tell her what to do was a great partner .

Wait a minute . Is this JaeHoons schedule?

Yes .

Haa .

But Lee HyunJi made a confused expression after looking at Kim JaeHoons schedule .

Is, is this fine? I think he might fall ill .

Shouldnt we get our investment? He only needs to work hard for three months .

Pfft .

Lee HyunJi covered her face and laughed .

Speaking of the devil, Kim JaeHoon opened the door and entered . Due to the effects of the TV programme yesterday, he looked very bright .

Hello .

Hello, Mr . JaeHoon .

Youre here .

They greeted each other, and the three gathered around .

Heres your schedule .

Kim JaeHoon received his schedule .

What the!

Kim JaeHoon almost screamed after looking at his schedule .

W wait . This is this really humanly possible?

Well try . Dont worry . Ill be going with you .

Th . Thats not the problem the number of events here .

Kim JaeHoon shivered after looking at the extremely long list of events on his schedule . However, KangYoon smirked and replied .

I told you last time . You wont have any time to rest .

But this is still .

I dont speak lies .

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Kim JaeHoon felt the fright of KangYoon properly .

Like that the twos hot(?) spring began .