episode_0183

“Oh, I might be a little disappointed in CEO Kim Iseo? You’ve been keeping this to yourself all this time?”

Lee Geum-suk’s playful remark.

However, the surrounding staff seemed to feel similarly. They all stared at Kim Iseo with eyes several times wider than usual. The reason? Sua’s singing ability.

“That’s right! I mean, how did you hide this? How did you resist the urge to spill the beans all this time?”

“Crazy…. Sua-ssi’s singing is insane….”

Everyone exclaims in admiration towards Sua and Kim Iseo.

Kim Iseo, on the other hand, was struggling to maintain a poker face. In fact, she was probably the most surprised person here.

‘I didn’t know either. I didn’t know Sua had such talent….’

She had always had faith in Sua, but she didn’t expect her to be this good. Sua was exceeding Kim Iseo’s expectations.

‘The more I see, the less I understand. What kind of talent do you have to be born with, what kind of life do you have to live to become like that? I don’t know. Believing is all I can do.’

After a while, Kim Iseo finally calmed down and shrugged her shoulders at the staff. As if she wasn’t surprised.

“Let’s just finish listening to the song. It’s a rare opportunity.”

In reality, it was no different than avoiding the conversation, but no one seemed to notice. Because soon after, they were once again captivated by Sua’s song.

『One day, you walked towards me like white snow.』

Sua’s face gradually broke into a bright smile.

It’s different from the smile she puts on for the camera or the audience. A face that truly savors this moment. It’s sincere.

Now that she’s in the second verse, the sounds have become even more diverse. Because some of the staff have started humming along. It doesn’t feel like background noise. Sua went along with them.

The staff member silently tapped on the keyboard.

It’s a whole 5-minute song, but there’s no timing to cut it off.

In fact, they didn’t even feel the need to cut it off.

‘Crazy. Just crazy.’

She’s singing a song that’s so famous anyone could hum along, but it feels like she’s performing an unreleased track.

Sua had it.

The quality of a master who makes even other people’s songs her own.

『With those beautiful lips』

Kim Iseo quietly fell into thought.

‘Did she used to be a singer before becoming an actress? Even if she didn’t debut, maybe she was in a band….’

Sua is young. Only in her early twenties. Logically speaking, it’s almost impossible for someone that young to have been doing music overseas.

But. Even so.

‘…If it’s Sua, I think it would have been possible?’

Kim Iseo’s thoughts kept going in that direction. Because Sua’s singing was just that amazing.

‘She said there’s no field she hasn’t touched, and every field she tries, she shows a level of ability that’s professional. Is she good at everything else too? Is she really an all-around human?’

Even this didn’t seem to be just her own thoughts. It was clear just by turning her head and glancing around.

Everyone was concentrating on Sua’s singing with speechless expressions. Some were even pressing their palms against the glass like little children, watching Sua.

‘Ah, okay. Let me stop thinking for a moment.’

Kim Iseo hurriedly cleared her mind.

Because she wanted to listen to Sua’s singing first.

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“Whew.”

Sua finished singing and took off her headphones.

Her tension was already gone. Her heart felt refreshed.

‘Singing is fun. It makes me feel refreshed.’

Sua understood with her body why music is called a blessing. To be able to freely release the melodies that come to mind. This is the best! Sua refreshed!

Bang—

Finally, when Sua went out of the recording booth.

“….”

Everyone didn’t have any particular reaction.

As if time had stopped, their bodies didn’t even move, but when Sua moved, they would slightly follow her with their eyes.

But here comes Detective Sua! Sua’s deduction!

‘I know it now. This is definitely not a bad reaction. It’s actually a very good reaction. Everyone is surprised, right?’

Sua had encountered this situation a few times while filming dramas and movies. At first, she was worried that she had done something wrong, but now she knows this reaction.

And Sua’s guess was right.

“Sua-yang….”

Writer Lee Geum-suk suddenly grabbed Sua’s hand.

That was the signal.

“S, S, Sua-ssi! What is that singing ability!”

“Sua-ssi! I almost shed a tear!”

Everyone simultaneously spewed out the words they had been holding back in their hearts. Everyone was full of admiration, and Sua soon felt happy. It was worth the effort of learning.

“With that emotionless face, you sing such rich love songs…?”

Um? Is that even a compliment?

Anyway, Sua elated! Sua smug!

The Netflix team leader’s eyes widened as he asked.

“Sua-ssi, you don’t have a private singer-songwriter account on YouTube, do you? Your skills are too outstanding!”

“I don’t do that.”

“…Well, thinking about it, if you had such a distinct tone, we would have recognized it right away. But it’s not like you’re singing for the first time, right? It feels refined?”

“Just singing a little at karaoke?”

Sua says it without much thought, but the reaction was huge. With every word she said, the staff was shocked.

“Singing like that…. only at karaoke?”

“Because I’m not a singer.”

“Ah, that’s right. You’re not a singer. I thought you were a singer without realizing it. But Sua-ssi’s skills are….”

That’s when Lee Geum-suk called Hong Ye-ji.

“Writer Hong, why don’t you tell us your impressions? You said you wanted to do the OST, so Sua-ssi let you listen to it, right?”

For some reason, Hong Ye-ji couldn’t meet Sua’s eyes.

“It’s amazing. There’s nothing to criticize.”

“Any other thoughts?”

“Not really.”

Hong Ye-ji pursed her lips a few times, but didn’t say anything in the end. Afterwards, Kim Iseo discussed it with the Netflix officials with a serious face.

“Please make sure that Sua’s singing ability is never leaked. Just like you were surprised just now, viewers won’t even be expecting Sua’s singing.”

“Of course. We’ll zip our lips.”

Because Sua’s singing had ignited their passion, the meeting was very heated, and Sua quietly winked at Hong Ye-ji. Meaning to see her outside for a moment.

‘Ye-ji sunbae’s Yeongcheon Gyeonggwa and work grade.’

She had to find a clue to solve it, and conversation was essential.

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Sua moved to the break area with Hong Ye-ji.

[Sender: CEO Kim Iseo-nim]

▷ Sua, where are you?

▷ The meeting is over. We have to leave right away.

But the time given wasn’t long. Sua quickly wrote back. Asking for just 5 minutes.

“Writer Hong Ye-ji-nim.”

Afterwards, Sua immediately got to the point.

“Do you have any concerns?”

“Concerns?”

“Or maybe there’s been a sudden change of heart.”

“….”

Hong Ye-ji just quietly blinked.

Her attitude was so aloof that Sua even wondered if she was right. Hong Ye-ji was such a superhuman that she seemed capable of crushing any worries.

‘But there must be a problem.’

Because the perk doesn’t lie!

Sua was nervous, but she trusted her judgment and maintained her composure. It was the same with Yeon-ju unnie. She seemed to have no problems at all, but she did. The perk doesn’t lie.

So let’s encourage her as much as possible. Sua cheering!

After a while, Hong Ye-ji parted her lips.

“Why do you ask that?”

“That’s….”

Sua was thinking about where to start explaining, but she decided to just say what she had to say briefly. That’s the best.

There wasn’t much time, and given Hong Ye-ji’s personality, it didn’t seem like she would tell her everything even if she asked her questions.

“It’s nothing. It’s just that you’ve been doing so well, so I hope you’ll continue to do what you’ve been doing.”

“….”

Hong Ye-ji was silent for a while.

“…Just keep doing what I’ve been doing. Is that what you said?”

“Yes.”

Sua nodded her head.

“That’s all I have to say. I’m always watching.”

“Always watching?”

“Yes. I’m always cheering you on.”

“….”

It was at the same time as reaching out her hand to shake hands.

“….”

Hong Ye-ji looked at Sua’s hand quietly.

“…Yes. I understand.”

She quietly grasps it. The first sensation Sua felt was dampness. Could it be that it was quite hot inside?

At the same time, the perk window floats into the air.

[Uncategorized ─ Unsolved]

▶ Implementation elements sufficient

▶ 2.5 Grade → 1.5 Grade

Sua thought.

‘Maybe, I have a talent for encouragement?’

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Whoosh—!

Afterwards, Sua immediately got into the van and headed to the filming location for ‘Lies, Lies, Lies’. She was thinking of catching a quick nap, but Kim Iseo spoke to her.

“Sua.”

“Yes, CEO-nim.”

“What did you think of the girl in the wheelchair earlier?”

“Um…?”

It was too abstract of a question for Sua to understand. Fortunately, Kim Iseo chuckled and continued speaking.

“That girl wrote the screenplay for Director Yusaku’s work. What do you think? It’s quite a surprising fact, isn’t it?”

“Yes. It’s surprising.”

“…Um, I guess you’re not surprised at all.”

No. Sua was really surprised inside. The person who wrote the Yakuza script was that girl? And that girl is living with Hong Ye-ji sunbae? Wow.

Meanwhile, Kim Iseo thought to herself.

‘Today’s filming will be watched by Sawako, as well as Director Yusaku and Akiko-ssi, but should I not say that? Let’s just let Sua concentrate on acting.’

Afterwards, the CEO asked something else.

“By the way, you really haven’t had any official activities related to singing? Not even once?”

“Yes.”

“I see. I’m not asking because I’m suspicious, but I thought it would be information that the agency should know if there are any official activity records. I’ll trust you.”

Kim Iseo then thought about something.

“…Your singing skills were no joke. Why did you choose to be an actress instead of a singer? Or are you planning to do it in the future and I’m asking a stupid question?”

Sua thought. Singer? A singer is a bit… right?

Anyway, her perk was something unlocked related to acting, and she decided to see the end as an actress first. It’s too bad to suddenly change paths now.

“I want to see the end as an actress first.”

“I’m thankful that you said something that touches the CEO of the agency. But it’s a waste to not use that ability at all. Can I suggest ways to use it while doing acting?”

“By all means.”

Rather, it was something Sua wanted to ask for.

It’s a singing skill that I got from regressing more than ten thousand times! How hard was it! I have to use it for the rest of my life so I don’t have any regrets. I wanted to use it to the fullest.

“Usually, actors who sing well do drama OSTs, but we already have that secured. So what’s next….”

Kim Iseo rubbed her chin for a moment.

“Sua, do you like being on stage?”

“Stage? What kind of stage?”

Kim Iseo smiled slightly when Sua asked.

“A musical stage. I think it would be amazing.”

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1 hour later. Junkyard.

‘…Everyone is moving with tremendous momentum.’

That was Sawako’s impression. The ‘Samjitmal’ production team is moving as if their feet are on fire. They are busy setting up equipment everywhere.

“These cars here look too new, don’t they?”

“Should we change them to look more worn out? It’s possible.”

Sawako devoured the whole sight with sparkling eyes, and Director Yusaku laughed when he saw her like that.

“Sawako, you’re completely out of it.”

“…Yes. I’m embarrassed.”

The two were currently on a hill that overlooked the junkyard. They could see the filming site well, but it wasn’t easy for those on the other side to be aware of this place.

Director Yusaku continued to speak.

“There’s nothing to be embarrassed about. It’s your first time watching the filming site directly, isn’t it? Remember the heat of the scene well.”

Sawako nodded her head with a reddened face.

Director Yusaku’s words were true. Because she had difficulty walking, she had always stayed inside the house.

‘I didn’t really think it was inconvenient either….’

Because her family wasn’t poor, Sawako could get everything she needed even inside the house. If she wanted a certain scenery, she could just search for it on electronic devices and see it.

Yes, that’s how she had lived her whole life.

‘…So that’s why everyone runs around.’

Her thoughts changed when she saw the heat of the scene.

Everyone had a reason to go and see it directly, even if it was inconvenient.

“It’s different when you see it directly. It’s really so different.”

“Isn’t it?”

“Yes. There’s a vitality that you can’t see on the screen, and there’s heat. What would it feel like if this kind of heated filming site was created to make my screenplay into a movie someday…? I can’t even imagine it right now.”

“You’ll soon feel it with your body.”

Director Yusaku smiled happily.

“I hope you realize what the pleasure is of seeing an actor perfectly act out your screenplay. I hope you can see that potential in Sua-ssi.”

“Yes.”

Sawako answered with sincerity.

The screenplay is just content woven from her imagination. What would it feel like to see an actor make that happen in reality? It’s thrilling just to imagine it.

She would definitely be thrilled.

“….”

Sawako suddenly opened her fist.

Her palms are all sweaty.

She saw Sua singing earlier. It was a tone that she couldn’t even imagine just by looking at her appearance. Is that why? For some reason, her heart is tickling.

It feels like she’ll show the reversal Sawako is hoping for.

It feels like she’ll become the lead that Sawako wants.

She realized it only after a while.

The name of the emotion she had was expectation.

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Akiko, who arrived late, sat a little distance away from her daughter. The secretary next to her stood tall and opened an umbrella for her.

“Hmm…?”

Akiko slightly lowered her sunglasses and wiggled her eyebrows. Her gaze is fixed on her daughter.

‘It’s a face I’ve never seen before?’

That was Akiko’s first impression of seeing Sawako.

‘Could it be that you’re expecting it? You, Sawako?’

It was a sight that Akiko had never seen before. Sawako, who she knew, was a child who didn’t know what ‘expectation’ was. She understands every situation as fear and struggles as if thrashing about.

Yes, so the way she’s expecting it now is a bit strange. She should be trembling in fear with the thought of what if Sua can’t act well.

“I don’t know. Could it be that there’s something I don’t know.”

Akiko said that and turned her gaze away. Already, Sua, dressed in a suit, had arrived at the filming site.

‘She looks better in person. A feeling of an untamed wolf. Even though she’s a woman, she has some Yakuza vibes.’

Well, the acting ability is a separate issue.

Akiko thought that and opened the screenplay.

S # 211

Kyeilpa’s boss is tricked by Siyeon (Yeon-ju).

Recalls the past.

The first mission entrusted to Suhee (Sua).

The ways in which Suhee carried out the mission come to mind. The raw appearance and the mechanical actions that were impossible not to admire. It’s unbelievable that Suhee, who was like that, gave Siyeon this much change.

“Scene looks good.”

Akiko murmured quietly.

The staff said that this scene was the rawest scene in ‘Lies, Lies, Lies’, and it looked like that even to Akiko, who was roughly skimming through it with her eyes.

It’s savage and intense.

However.

‘Can she pull it off?’

She asked silently. The answer would be confirmed with her eyes.