Chapter 66
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Translator: MadScientist
Chapter: 66
Chapter Title: Shall I Try with Song Ji-hyun Too?
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Song Ji-hyun, who became an actress because of Lee Jin-seong.
They call it a seongdeok—a successful fan who made it big.
I'd seen Song Ji-hyun's inner thoughts: she wanted her first romance to be with Lee Jin-seong.
Are the two of them dating? Or is it one-sided love from Song Ji-hyun?
Either way, it was clear she harbored good feelings for Lee Jin-seong.
After wrapping up work that day and heading home, Kang Seo-yoon called me over again.
"Choi Min-seong. My room."
She always says the exact same line when summoning me.
"Why?"
"Why? Your boss calls you, and you ask why?"
She's coming on strong this time.
"What's up, Writer?"
"You. I heard Ji-hyun came over to your place?"
"You finally called to check, huh."
"And you even drank spicy stir-fried chicken with soju?"
"Yeah. As thanks for the invite, I showed off my cooking skills."
"I'm already suspicious why Ji-hyun invited you home in the first place, but you actually going when called? That's your problem too. What's your angle?"
"I went to look at the scenario. Didn't she tell you?"
"That's what makes it ridiculous. She invites you home to show a scenario? Does that even make sense?"
"I met her, and she's super kind and pure. Unlike other actresses."
"It's just too unbelievable. You... you're not targeting Ji-hyun too, are you?"
"No idea what you're talking about. She invited me, so I went."
"Give me a logical answer. I know her better than anyone."
"So? What's your complaint?"
"...You're planning to mess with Ji-hyun, aren't you?"
"You're repeating yourself. I said no."
I smiled innocently.
"..."
Her instincts are too sharp.
They say women's intuition is razor-keen, and this proves it.
"I'm warning you. Don't even think about touching Ji-hyun. Don't taint that pure, kind girl. Even you won't get away with it."
"You really care about her, huh."
Her firm tone revealed just how much she cherished Song Ji-hyun.
Maybe I should tease her a bit.
"What, are you scared I'll ditch you if I meet Song Ji-hyun?"
"Hey! Choi Min-seong!"
She's really pissed this time.
"Aren't you being too sensitive? How would Actress Song Ji-hyun fall for a guy like me?"
"..."
"You think I'd even have a shot? You say you care, but you're underestimating me too much."
"I'm just curious about your intentions."
"My jaw hurts. Same question, same answer on repeat."
"...So your only goal was really just the scenario?"
"Yes. She must've called me over knowing my pure intentions. Even though I'm a guy."
I'm using D-Grade Conviction right now.
Since she cares so much, I figured this much was needed.
"Sigh. Fine. Got it. But no funny business."
"Yes, yes. Don't worry. Done talking?"
"Yeah. Go home."
"Writer. One-week extension. Total two weeks now."
"What?"
"You grilled me with personal stuff again. That's one more week without pounding."
"Y-you... hey!"
"Then I'm off."
"Wait! Hey! Hold up!"
I ignored her and shut the door behind me.
Kang Seo-yoon is definitely fun to tease.
A few days passed.
"Choi Min-seong. My room."
Why's she calling me today?
"Hey. Choi Min-seong."
"Yes, Writer."
"You cool with things getting busier?"
"Hmm. How much more are you gonna work me?"
Kang Seo-yoon let out a hollow laugh.
"Forget it then. Ji-hyun's vlog got scheduled."
My ears perked up.
"Really!?"
"Yeah. Your favorite Ji-hyun vlog. We're doing it."
"For real? No joke? If you're lying, you lose queen writer status!"
"Hey! Keep work and personal separate! You crazy?"
"Ah, sorry. Got too excited."
Keep it together.
"Ji-hyun said she wanted me handling it so she wouldn't feel burdened, and after talking with her agency, we got the gig."
Finally, a chance for a stronger connection with Song Ji-hyun.
"Amazing! As expected of Star Writer Kang Seo-yoon!"
"No need for flattery. Means more work for you. Brace yourself."
"Yes! Got it!"
"Sigh. What does Ji-hyun see in a guy like you that she insists on bringing along?"
"Ji-hyun asked for me?"
"Yeah. Said it'd be nice having a friend nearby. Geez. Oblivious to your lecherous motives."
"I don't have those intentions, Writer."
"Hmph. I'll be watching with both eyes wide open. Any shenanigans with Ji-hyun, and you're dead."
"Don't worry. Won't happen."
Got to reassure her for now.
But those massive tits of Song Ji-hyun's? No way I'm giving up.
Even without the scenario excuse, chances to meet her had multiplied. That thrilled me.
"One question okay?"
"What."
"Ji-hyun. She's a one-and-only fan, right?"
"Why curious?"
"You don't know either, huh. Guess you're not that close."
She looked scratched.
"Yeah, one-and-only as far as I know. Never dated a guy."
"Must be all about Actor Lee Jin-seong then."
"Yep. That's why she became an actress. Sigh. Why am I even telling you this."
Kang Seo-yoon shook her head and plopped on the sofa.
"Seriously warning you: hands off Ji-hyun. Mess with a rising star, and it's not just you—our company takes a hit too. Please. I'm begging."
"You don't trust me that much? Disappointing, Writer."
"Cut the crap. If you're horny, just tell me. Then... I'll take it all, Master."
Her shy last words were sexy as hell, but I held back.
"Yes, yes. I'll remember. But Writer, don't say anything to make Ji-hyun misunderstand."
"Why? Gonna withhold pounding again?"
"Yep. Then we're done."
"You really got something going on?"
"Nah. Just don't wanna ruin a friendship with a top actress. Wanna cast her in my future movies or dramas."
"Cast her later."
"She's gonna be Korea's top actress. Gotta build rapport now for later favors."
"Hmph. Suspicious."
"Keep it up, and I'll punish you, Writer."
"When exactly?"
"Two weeks aren't up yet."
"Hmph."
Her offbeat reply made me chuckle.
A meeting with Song Ji-hyun's agency and our company for her vlog.
Light vlog filming, so minimal staff: two PDs, three writers, and others—around ten total.
"Sounds good. Let's do that."
"Yes. This should work well."
After signing the contract, I met Song Ji-hyun separately.
"Ji-hyun. You recommended me? Thanks."
"Just thought it'd be comfy with a friend."
"I'll do my best."
"So, what's the first shoot concept?"
"Thinking of changing your image a bit."
"My image?"
"Everyone knows you as charismatic and aloof. Some twist it to picky. New rising star, so public mistakes it for celebrity syndrome."
"...Yeah. Seen those hate comments."
"Ignore hate. Just bugs venting emotions."
"U-uh, okay."
"Sue them right away. Don't get hurt."
"Got it."
Kang Seo-yoon, quietly listening, let out a hollow laugh.
"You two really got close. So casual."
"Really, Unnie? Guess Min-seong really puts me at ease."
"You barely talk normally, but chatting like this? Surprising."
"Yeah. Must be 'cause of you two."
Song Ji-hyun's beaming smile was a devastating weapon.
"Same age... yeah. Good to be friends. Helps filming too."
"Thanks, Unnie. Even though you're busy."
"Don't worry about me. Your first YouTube vlog—I gotta do it."
"So Min-seong. How're you changing my image?"
"Opposite of aloof and charismatic. Good for you as an actress. First shoot in a studio dressed like home."
"Studio like home? Not my actual home?"
"No."
Kang Seo-yoon shot it down.
"Why, Unnie?"
"These days, psychos figure out addresses from home layouts. Gotta be careful; they're not rare."
"Ah, right."
"Yep. So Ji-hyun, studio home setup or rent a place for shoots."
"Got a good spot?"
"Something suitable."
First vlog shoot, so Song Ji-hyun showed real curiosity.
Even as an introvert, she's a pro who takes filming seriously.
"First one to show quirky side. How about cooking?"
"I'm bad at cooking."
"That's why. Follow recipe alone, mess up, show klutz charm. Fans'll love it."
"Think so?"
"Yeah. Definitely."
"Okay. I'll trust you."
"Honor, great actress."
"What? Don't say that. Still a rookie."
We discussed items Writer Kang and I prepped.
Early on, studio for her personality, then shift to hobbies.
We scouted the studio site right away, then split.
Next day, regrouped for concept finalizing, script tweaks, rough rehearsal.
First video needs buzz, so extra care.
Bouncing ideas with Kang Seo-yoon sped things up surprisingly.
"Like it?"
"Yes. Love it, Unnie."
"Good. Details from Min-seong."
"Thanks, Unnie."
"Thanks my ass. Min-seong's smart; that's why it turned out well."
"Ahem. Heard that, Ji-hyun?"
"No wonder Unnie trusts you."
Song Ji-hyun smiled brightly.
"You two worked hard. Come to my place. Dinner on me. Meat."
"Oops. Got plans tonight."
"Aw. Wanted to eat with Unnie after so long."
"Next time. Sorry."
"Okay. Then just Min-seong tonight."
"Huh? J-just you two?"
"Yeah. Can't just send him off after all that work."
Angel Song Ji-hyun. Fitting name.
Kang Seo-yoon glared at me.
"Don't make Ji-hyun uncomfortable. Next time?"
She'd keep suspecting, so...
"Perfect timing. I had plans too, but they canceled? Wait, no—I do have plans. Sorry, Ji-hyun. Next time."
"Bummer. Okay."
"Me turning down Song Ji-hyun's invite. Fans would call me idiot or smart?"
"Yep. Big mistake today."
I parted with Song Ji-hyun laughing.
But right after.
"Drive safe."
"You too, Writer."
Once split from Kang Seo-yoon, I called Song Ji-hyun.
-Hello?
"Ji-hyun. Me. Plans canceled. Meat now?"
-Yes! Come. Got meat ready.
"Don't tell Kang Writer I'm coming. Don't wanna get chewed out."
-Got it. Hurry.
Promised, so safe to go.
Taxi straight there since I'd been once.
Already 7 p.m.
Perfect for grilling meat and drinks.
Bought assorted booze at the mart, rang bell.
'Wow.'
Does she not see me as a guy at all? Purely platonic?
Or total trust?
Off-shoulder white top showing shoulders and cleavage, dolphin shorts barely covering half her thighs welcomed me.
Looks like comfy home wear.
But her huge chest made her whole body look insanely lewd.
"Come in, Min-seong."
"Yeah. 'Scuse me."
Trying not to stare, but eyes wander.
Those massive tits are too potent.
Any normal guy would think it's seduction.
'Not many points left.'
Today, use everything. Activated thought-reading skill right away.
[Good. Shall we start cooking?]
No wariness toward me. Excited even.
Electric grill on table, pile of beef beside.
"You eat a lot, right? Prepped tons."
"Someone'd think you're fattening me up."
Washed hands, sat. Song Ji-hyun tied apron, boldly grilled.
Even the apron looked lethal on her.
Off-shoulder top bared her cleavage fully.
'Be more aggressive today.'
Built enough favorability and trust.
Time to channel confidence from conquering Kang Seo-yoon and Han Yu-ra.
Shall I challenge Song Ji-hyun too?
Rising star actress, so no forcing it.
But I've got a plan.