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The articles poured out in a torrent.

[‘Special Task Force 808’ Surprising Ending!] [Season 2 Production Confirmed? The Truth?] [‘Special Task Force 808 Season 2’, What’s the Story? Casting Status? Explosive Curiosity from A to Z.]

─Pity those who dropped it halfway, lol ─Yesterday gave me serious goosebumps ─How am I supposed to wait for Season 2….

The community was no different.

As if there had never been any confusion, it was all a festive atmosphere. Everyone was busy rejoicing with one mind and one heart.

[Title: I Believed, LOL] [As Expected, Spec8 Doesn’t Betray Expectations] ─frfr loll ─We all believed, hahaha ─That’s why you shouldn’t doubt

[Title: To the Bastards Who Got Spoiled, Lol] [It’s Your Fault for Dropping It Halfway, Lol. Who Told You to Drop It Halfway? You Should Have Believed and Watched Until the End~~~] ─frfr ─If you couldn’t believe it, you should have read the article, duh ─Trying to get it for free, huh?

[Title: If You Experienced ‘Sex’ Yesterday, Upvote] [I enjoyed everything from the tantalizing push and pull to the climax, if this isn’t sex, then what is it? I’m not a virgin anymore] ─I graduated from being a virgin too now ─Congrats on becoming an adult ─What do we call eating chicken now then?

[Title: Collection of Madness from Yesterday] (Posts that went up during the 10-minute commercial break) [I’m gonna die laughing, damn lol] ─hahahahahaha ─Wow, that’s real madness, lol ─Wow, lol

[Title: The Change of Attitude is Disgusting;] [I can understand those who were simply annoyed yesterday, but shouldn’t the people who cursed at the production team like they were going to kill them get out? Disgusting as if nothing happened lol] ─There were too many harsh curses yesterday ─frfr, they’ll only come to their senses after getting sued ─Should have watched until the end, tsk tsk

[Title: Okay, I Got Fished.] [But what did I do wrong?

You goddamn bastards. Listen to your hyung.

From the beginning, the production team induced anger, right? They were fishing, right? Shouldn’t I be praised for readily getting caught? Your hyung will confidently shitpost. You know my personality, right? Let’s end this on good terms.] ─hahahahahahaha ─He finally went crazy, lol ─Aigoo, lol ─Okay, good job, lol

[Title: Upvote if You Agree It Was an Epic Twist] [In this day and age where everyone is obsessed with making masterpieces and ruining works, give an upvote and praise to the god who steadfastly protected the twist that is ‘Happy Ending’ in this fucked up world] ─I worship you. ─I worship you. ─There are too few happy endings these days; ─Is it that hard to have a happy ending, seriously

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Time goes back a little to the past.

A few days before the airing of the final episode of Special Task Force 808, executives of the production team gathered in the tvS broadcasting station’s conference room.

It was for a discussion with the station director, no less.

Quite naturally, the station director’s expression was bright. “It’s been nothing short of a meteoric rise. There’s been quite the commotion, hasn’t there? Well, I have to admit, I found it entertaining too.”

“Thank you.” “I especially liked the scene where the character reveals she’s a woman. If I hadn’t been tipped off, I would have been completely fooled, too?”

“It’s all thanks to Ms. SuA, from A to Z.” “Thanks to the actor…” The station director pondered for a moment, then continued. “Come to think of it, I heard that friend had a big influence?”

Writer Lee and PD Choi nodded at the same time. “She filled in the incomplete script, provided ad-libs that were perfect for the occasion, and even perfectly pulled off acting as a male character. Rather, we were the ones who were dependent on her.”

“Wow, this is the first time I’ve seen Writer Lee praise a rookie this much? I should say hello separately later. You’re saying she’s the one who created this all-time hit?”

The atmosphere in the conference room was warm.

It was only natural. The bleak atmosphere was the domain of other broadcasting stations, and had nothing to do with tvS.

An all-time hit means that wherever they stepped, it was a festival scene.

“But because it’s going so well, there are also worries.”

This time, PD Choi Hee-won reacted to the station director’s words.

“What worries do you have?” “What else? It’s obviously the ending.”

The station director stroked his beard.

“In many ways, it’s the biggest ever, right? Challenging a buddy-cop genre that’s long past its prime, utilizing the element of cross-dressing, and ultimately leading to a huge success. Everything.”

“It’s embarrassing to say it myself, but that’s right.” “It’s a shame to end it. Opportunities for the broadcasting station to hold onto such a successful IP are rare. No, in fact, it’s a first for tvS. We’ve always been the underdog.” “Hmm.” “So, I was wondering, is there a way? A way to naturally transition into Season 2 without giving the impression that we’re forcibly extending it. A final episode that will serve as a smooth link.”

The two clenched their fists tightly under the table.

Why else? It was precisely because they had been waiting for the station director to show this reaction.

PD Choi Hee-won didn’t miss the opportunity.

“Director-nim.” “Yeah?” “Actually, we’ve filmed several endings.” “What? I haven’t seen them yet?” “It’s because we didn’t know that Special Task Force 808 would be this successful back then. We kept them in storage just in case, thinking we should film them just in case. Should I show them to you?” “Of course, I have to see them. Play them right away.”

A little later.

“….”

The conference room fell silent.

It was because the station director was completely absorbed in the various endings.

He didn’t even just watch them once and move on. If there was something he liked, he would watch it over and over again.

After a long time, the station director clicked his tongue.

“It’s not just a matter of filming them and keeping them in storage, huh? You’ve already finished editing them? When did you do something like this?” “It’s possible when you have a lot of affection for the work. It’s thanks to the fact that the entire production team moved as one mind and one heart.” “What about me? You didn’t even tell me.”

Then, Writer Lee Geum-suk interjected.

“Director-nim, don’t you remember what you said when we started production on Special Task Force 808? You said that it wouldn’t work out properly with an incomplete script and a rookie actor, right?”

“….”

The station director belatedly cleared his throat. “Okay. My bad. You’re holding a grudge.”

“I plan to hold a grudge for the rest of my life. So, please take care of me from now on. Director-nim.”

“Okay, I get it….”

Even though the other party was none other than the station director, the current prestige of Special Task Force 808 was no joke. In addition, the production team had already recognized that they were the light and salt of tvS.

This meant that there was no reason to act as the weaker party.

“Anyway, great. It’s all great.” “Yes.” “There’s a problem. I can’t choose one.” “There’s no need to worry about that. In any case, Director-nim, you’ve agreed to the production of Season 2, haven’t you?”

“That’s right?” “Yes. So, you can put your worries down.” “No, but why?” “Because it’s a problem that will end when SuA chooses.”

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Afterwards, SuA, who had received a request to attend, appeared.

“Hmm.”

After checking all the endings through the tablet, SuA’s reaction was extremely simple.

‘I don’t know.’

Why are you asking me this? SuA doesn’t know!

I can only know if I use the perk!

“You also have these endings in script form, right?” “Of course.”

The station director, who was listening, burst out laughing. “I guessed it just by looking at your impression, but you have an authoritarian side, huh? And you’re still young.”

“…?”

SuA understood only after a while.

‘Ah.’

Even though it was enough to watch the videos, she asked for paper scripts. Did she have to look like a department head who insists on analog methods?

But what can I do? I have to use the perk.

A little later, SuA said confidently.

“This ending would be the best.”

That’s right, she confirmed it with the perk. SuA proud!

The station director twitched his eyebrows.

“…Hmm, this version?”

It seems like it wasn’t an ending that the station director liked very much.

SuA thought to herself. Wake up, ahjussi! The perk says to do it with this one! SuA sure!

“Then let’s go with this one.” “Yes. If Ms. SuA pointed it out, then this is the right one.”

However, it was smooth sailing. PD Choi Hee-won and Writer Lee Geum-suk had deeper trust in SuA than expected. To the point that it could rightly be called faith.

In the end, the station director also quickly acquiesced. “…Okay, well. We have to believe and go with the Special Task Force 808 team no matter what. Is there any other way? I’ll trust you.” “You’ve thought well. Then, shall we talk about Season 2 as well? Ms. SuA is here as well.”

“Good. How are you planning to go about the story?” “If Season 1 is a buddy cop series, then we’ve set the main theme of Season 2 to be a spy action. Because of the content.”

“Spy action, just looking at the words, I can hear the sound of production costs leaking out? Am I right in my prediction?”

“Did you have any budget in mind…” “Don’t mind me. Just expand it as much as possible.”

Writer Lee Geum-suk and PD Choi Hee-won’s eyes widened.

SuA may not know, but they knew deep in their bones. How stingy tvS had been all along.

So, the emotion they felt now couldn’t help but be great.

“…I’m also sorry that I doubted Special Task Force 808 until the end, and I want you to film Season 2 freely without worrying about money. Make it as fun as possible.” “Understood. Thank you very much.”

Afterwards, the discussion regarding production costs was also quickly concluded.

Now, there was only one thing left.

Everyone’s eyes turned to SuA.

“Ms. SuA, you’ll be taking on the role of Kim Yu-Han in Season 2 as well, right?” “…?”

At first, SuA didn’t understand what Writer Lee Geum-suk was saying. Isn’t Kim Yu-Han me? What is she talking about?

But she soon understood.

‘Oh? Come to think of it, that’s right?’

What SuA had signed a contract for was Kim Yu-Han in Season 1. She hadn’t signed anything yet regarding Season 2.

‘…What should I answer?’

SuA swallowed hard. SuA anxious.

To be honest with her heart, she would shout that she would do it, of course. Special Task Force 808 was her precious first drama, and the production team was like family to SuA.

Yes, she would do it, of course. She would do it, but….

‘I should at least see the script!’

She was still concerned that she hadn’t used the perk yet, and it would be safer to go through Kim Yi-seo for the contract as well.

Meanwhile, perhaps SuA’s silence was bothering them.

The station director opened his mouth. “PD Choi Hee-won, how much do top actors get these days?”

“Top actors vary greatly depending on their capabilities.” “Then, tell me based on the best capabilities.” “Probably at least this much….”

PD Choi Hee-won whispered to the station director.

Soon, the station director’s gaze turned to SuA.

“Actor Lee SuA.” “Yes?” “I’ll take care of you that much. Please participate.”

Even that alone made PD Choi Hee-won and Writer Lee Geum-suk widen their eyes. They gave SuA a signal with their eyes. As if this was an opportunity she should seize right away.

But SuA. “…I’ll give you my answer later.”

Only then did the station director also make a surprised face.

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Expectations for Season 2 steadily grew.

[‘Special Task Force 808 Season 2’, Theme is Action?]

[Writer Lee Geum-suk Says ‘Will Harmonize the Delights of Espionage and Action.’ Maintained a Smile Regarding Romance.]

[‘Special Task Force 808 Season 2’ Quickly Moves to Cast, Kim Sun-il─Seo Yeon-joo Casting Complete]

This was the same for the community.

[Special Task Force 808 Gallery]

[Title: Somehow the Atmosphere is Warm] [There’s nothing properly decided yet, but look at the ones who are already accepting the casting. It’s proof that the production team’s atmosphere was really good. It’s nice to see.] ─frfr, glad it didn’t fall apart ─I lose interest when the actors suddenly change drastically

But at this time.

Mystic immediately went into mass harassment (?).

SuA’s position is different from before.

That is, it meant that she was in a position where meaning could be given to even SuA’s trivial actions. Even if it was a contract reservation for safety.

They were utilizing that point.

[Lee SuA, Who Played ‘Kim Yu-Han’, Unclear About Joining?] [Lee SuA Not Participating in Season 2? Is it True?]

─What? Is Lee SuA not participating? ─??? Why isn’t she doing it when she’s Kim Yu-Han? ─It’ll be a disaster if she doesn’t do it ─There’s no one to replace Kim Yu-Han?

Heehee. SuA meh-rong.

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The next day. Mystic headquarters.

CEO Kim Yi-seo said. “SuA, I think we’ll have to open an SNS account around tonight. I think it would be good to upload one post, is there any news that’s light enough to upload?”

“Sumi’s picture.”

SuA answered without hesitation.

The center sends her Sumi’s pictures every day, and these days Sumi is, to put it in slang, crazy good. To the point where she wonders if there is another being in the world that is this cute.

Fortunately, Kim Yi-seo also understood. “Not bad. Ah, right.” Kim Yi-seo blinked. “The fan cafe, SuA Zoo, I mean.” “…Y-yes.”

SuA answered with her mouth pouting a little in the meantime. What’s with the fan cafe name being Zoo? Of course, the fan cafe itself is good, but she wanted a cooler name.

For example, SuA Chaos, SuA Shadow Squad, SuA Obsidian Contract, SuAs of the False World….

The SuA Association burst into laughter at that time.

─Wow, how wonderful. ─It’s really wonderful. I really hope it changes like that. I hope it lasts for generations. ─I agree.

“….”

SuA stopped thinking. It was with a face that had turned bright red. No, but you didn’t have to make fun of her…

Kim Yi-seo continued. “I think it would be good to hold a fan event soon.” “Fan event?” “Yes. You’ve already experienced it once at the convenience store, right? We’re doing it officially. We’re also increasing the scale.”

Afterwards, the explanation that followed was clear and concise.

What does this mean, SuA didn’t understand. “…I think we’ll borrow a movie theater or a big stage for the venue. I’ll proceed if SuA agrees.” “Yes. I’ll do it.”

SuA said strongly. It was only natural. Because there wouldn’t be a more grateful existence than the fans in the world.

Kim Yi-seo smiled.

“You’ve thought well. It will also help SuA find the emotions she’s lost.” “….”

Only then did SuA remember. Right, these people started thinking of her as emotionally impaired. “The competition for the lottery will be fierce. It’s not enough to borrow a soccer field to bring all the fans. I think we’ll only have to pick about 200 people, so it won’t be easy.”

No matter what Kim Yi-seo was babbling about, SuA was deeply immersed in emotion. A fan meeting, a fan meeting in her life. Is it okay for her to enjoy such a happy life….

On the other hand, she was also worried.

What if she makes a mistake in front of the fans?

No, SuA confident!

‘You’ve worked hard, right? It’s a rightful reward! Enjoy it!’

It was at that moment that SuA regained her composure.

“CEO-nim─!”

One of the employees came running urgently.

A familiar face. It was Team Leader Park. “CEO-nim! The viewership ratings for the final episode are out! It ended with over 40%. Euhahahahaha!” “Great!”

Kim Yi-seo also made a loud noise for once. The CEO then tapped SuA’s shoulder toktoktok. “Congratulations. Your first leading role in a drama has ended with a huge success. SuA’s filmography is amazing now. You’ve already engraved two golden lines on it.”

“Oh….”

SuA was also very happy inside. SuA proud!

“Great. Then let’s start preparing.” “The next schedule is…” “Yes. We have to meet Writer Hong Ye-ji.”

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Afterwards, SuA poured out like a torrential rain.

Those who had signed a contract with SuA had been waiting for the right time to announce this fact, and now that Special Task Force 808 Season 1 had successfully concluded, it was the perfect time.

[All-Time OTT Netflix, Landing in Korea.]

[Short Film ‘Sword’, Landing on Netflix and Starting OTT Service at the Same Time. ‘See You at Home Now.’]

Netflix chose ‘Sword’ as a bundle to bundle with while landing in Korea.

Kim Yi-seo had emphasized it to SuA several times. That this meant that these guys also noticed that SuA was hot in Korea? It was a really good thing, she said.

SuA just nodded for now.

[Writer Park Yu-mi Aims to Dominate OTT Through ‘Elite’. Lee SuA Together on the Casting List? The Public Surprised.]

[Director Park Mu-ryong, Previews Seo Yeon-joo─Lee SuA Chemistry Through ‘Lies, Lies, Lies’. Will It Work?]

Afterwards, those who had won SuA released articles like they were boasting, and this was the same for Mutube as well. [I Almost Died From Exhaustion After Calling Unique Pets Once…. ㅣLee SuA X Seo Yeon-joo Appearance ㅣ Studio Snack EP.00]

PD Kang Hyun-sung finally uploaded a preview video.

It was worth noting that he had specifically written SuA and Seo Yeon-joo’s names in the title. The other actors may feel sad if they saw it, but what could he do? These guys are the trend.

─Ah, what are the pets, why are they mosaicked?? ─Isn’t that a raccoon? You can see it even if it’s mosaicked ─Parrot lol, it’s amazing lol ─But why doesn’t SuA-nim have anything? ─Why a scarf in this weather? ─The scarf is really thick! What is that?

The reaction was, of course, hot.

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Night.

One long leg stretched out from the van in the wide parking lot.

It belonged to Lee Seo-jung, and the long but fleshy leg itself filled someone’s desires. Seo Yeon-joo was right to oppose.

The manager stuck to Lee Seo-jung, who was wearing sunglasses.

“Hey, Seo-jung-ah. I heard that today’s meeting is on a really big scale. I heard that Netflix officials are also participating.”

The manager laughed. “Isn’t it absurd? No, this script is completely trash. But Netflix officials are even coming to help with the meeting? Isn’t the Lee Geum-suk clan a deeply rooted evil?”

The manager belatedly came across Hong Ye-ji’s script, and his reaction was, of course, shock. Because it’s a makjang script from the beginning.

Lee Seo-jung shook her head. “The Netflix officials didn’t come to help with the meeting. They came to monitor. You idiot.” “Huh?” “Writer Hong hasn’t found a production team yet, right? She’s going to make a work with a trash script and no production team? Really? That’s why they came to see her.” “Ah! That’s right!”

The manager widened his eyes and asked. “Seo-jung-ah, then if you refuse?” “The Netflix officials will cut this work. There aren’t even any actors, let alone a production team, so what are they going to proceed with?” “That’s pathetic. We came to refuse today.”

The manager’s words were true.

Lee Seo-jung could have rejected the other party’s request with a single blow, but she eventually decided to show her face at the meeting. It was to put the Lee Geum-suk clan in debt.

Lee Seo-jung would be able to ask for help once sometime later. It’s a good price for just showing her face for a moment. “Seo-jung-ah, I just got a text from the CEO. You can’t change your mind this time? You know?”

“There are things you can change your mind about. Are you kidding me?”

“Look at your past record. It’s understandable that they’re uneasy.”

The manager shuddered.

It was because he became afraid when he recalled her past actions.

The Lee Seo-jung he had watched was that self-willed.

If you just look at her filmography, it’s a mess. There are many great works, but there are also many that have failed miserably.

Why? Because she just does it if she wants to.

The manager, who had become afraid, changed the subject for no reason. “Seo-jung-ah, should I tell you a fun story?” “Recite it.” “The lead has already been cast, surprisingly. Doesn’t it feel like your belly button will fall out? Who the hell accepted it?”

The manager laughed loudly. “The script is such a makjang? Song, exposure, skinship, dance…. It’s obvious that they’ll ask for things that don’t make sense, but they readily accepted it. They must be out of their mind.”

“It must be an unknown person with nothing to lose.” “Hmm, that’s a little unsettling. You always act like you have nothing to lose too.”

The two had already arrived at the meeting room.

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Meeting room.

‘I want to go home.’

Hong Ye-ji’s impression was that short.

‘Difficulty level five stars, how do I clear that?’

Hong Ye-ji recalled a five-star song in a rhythm game. At that point, it was difficult to follow with her hands even if she looked at it with her eyes. Should she practice?

She unnecessarily moved her fingers that were placed on her thighs. As if she was playing the piano, or tapping on a keyboard.

The assistant writers quietly watched the scene.

‘It looks like inspiration is coming to her.’ ‘Should I bring the laptop now?’ ‘She’s entering the writing in her head….’

Knock knock─!

It was at that moment that the meeting room door opened. “Nice to meet you.”

Finally, Lee Seo-jung appeared.

Everyone jumped up from their seats.

It was because there were few top actors as groundbreaking in both their actions and acting skills as Lee Seo-jung. They were reading the room. “Seo-jung-ssi, sit here.” “Euheum?”

However.

Lee Seo-jung’s movement froze.

She soon took off her sunglasses and fixed her gaze on only one person. The only one who didn’t stand up. It was SuA.

She stares intently. To the point where it really feels like she’ll make a hole.

“….”

Because SuA didn’t avoid her eyes either, the atmosphere in the meeting room instantly became strange. It was only natural that the two actors were glaring at each other with stiff faces.

Soon, everyone didn’t know what to do.

It was only natural. It’s a war of nerves before they even greet each other. How can good words be exchanged in this state? They had already predicted a breakup.

Hong Ye-ji busily rolled her eyes and then.

“….”

Suddenly, she widened her eyes once as if she had realized something.

It was at the same time as tightly crossing her arms.

“Let’s just call it quits.”

Her voice is quite firm. “I’m a writer, not a homeroom teacher. I have no intention of adjusting the relationship between the actors, and I don’t want to care. If you don’t like each other, leave now. Let’s quit from the start.”

But why.

1 second.

5 seconds.

30 seconds.

And 1 minute.

Lee Seo-jung is still not leaving.

Hong Ye-ji became a little uneasy.