episode_0062

Before we begin… ㅠㅠ

I couldn’t finish Act 3.

The length got so long as I kept writing…;;

I’ll finish it tomorrow!!

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The regular filming schedule of “Crime Eater” has come to an end.

While there may be some post-production editing, recording, or reshoots needed…

Most of the staff and actors had nothing left to do for the project.

There were no more tasks left.

Now all they could do was simply pray.

[A difference of 0.1% in ratings. Crime Eater preparing for the succession to the throne.]

To surpass or not to surpass.

The article is written and placed at the top of the entertainment news category.

Numerous comments flood in.

People’s attention is drawn.

Perhaps, someone might sarcastically question the significance of just a 0.1% difference.

But…

We all know.

History only remembers the first place.

There is no glory in being second place.

Just 0.1%.

But even that slight difference will change many things.

It will fill the pride of the production team, actors, and fans.

And it will have a significant impact on the status of the work itself, such as overseas distribution rights…

That’s why people’s interest and attention cannot be dismissed as mere show.

Therefore, after completing all filming and even at a somewhat late stage for promotional variety show appearances.

The “Crime Eater” team can only hope for a good outcome.

It was a night like that.

December 14th. Saturday.

It has been 7 weeks since the first broadcast of “Crime Eater.”

Actors and staff gather at a Korean barbecue restaurant.

Chop chop-!

Reporters who were waiting outside enter the restaurant and capture the stars enjoying drinks and meat.

Despite just having drinks, meat, and watching TV, the stars are dressed up in fancy clothes and makeup, smiling at the camera.

Yes.

Today is the day when the 13th episode of “Crime Eater” airs.

It was a celebration.

The wrap party.

***

The atmosphere of the wrap party was warm and affectionate.

Everyone enjoyed drinks and meat, reminiscing about various episodes from the filming and laughing.

It was a stark contrast to the tense atmosphere of the first broadcast.

Well, “Crime Eater” was a successful work.

There is still the issue of achieving ratings records or not.

While that is quite an important issue.

Nevertheless, even if it fails to break records, there is no doubt that this work has left a mark in KCN history as a successful hit.

“You know what? That thing?”

Lee Hyun-sung, who was enjoying the meat, suddenly spoke up.

The attention of the supporting actors sitting at the same table was drawn.

“Our work. It’s going well, right? We haven’t achieved the record yet, but thinking about the last filming, we’ll probably succeed.”

Munch munch……

Lee Hyun-sung glanced at the next table and continued.

“So, the broadcasting station is giving us a reward vacation. Overseas. Of course, the accommodation will be in a hotel.”

Munch munch……

“Well, in this day and age, an overseas trip isn’t a big deal.”

Munch munch……

“Still, if they’re going to send the staff and actors on a reward vacation, that’s going to cost money…”

Munch……

“Stop eating and let’s have a conversation, hey.”

Unable to bear it, Lee Hyun-sung turned to the next table.

“Huh? Why, munch…. What’s with the munch munch… thing?”

It was Seo Yi-soo.

Seo Yi-soo was stuffing her mouth with meat to the point where her cheeks were bulging, making munching sounds.

She chewed with her tiny mouth.

“Haha. You’re eating well, it looks good.”

And in that way, Baedonggeun watched Seo Isu with a pleased expression, as if he was looking at his own daughter.

Lee Hyunseong was at a loss for words.

“Wow, I. Senior. No, hyung, do you have a lot of issues? You barely even join the conversation and just eat when I pile up the meat on your plate like that.”

Lee Hyunseong saw this as a significant problem.

He was naturally sociable.

When meeting people, he naturally opened up the conversation and focused on the other person.

In Lee Hyunseong’s eyes, Seo Isu’s eating habits were quite problematic.

Absolutely…

It wasn’t out of jealousy that he ate so much without gaining weight.

And to him, Baedonggeun made a chubby face.

“Why are you making a fuss over a kid eating? Seo Isu, it’s okay. Eat more.”

“Yeah, yeah. I’m always grateful.”

With that, he scooped some meat from his plate onto Seo Isu’s plate.

Lee Hyunseong was speechless.

“At 20… no, turning 21 soon, what’s with the kid? And if you keep acting like this, people will think you’re rude. Right, Gil Hye-yeon?”

And to him, Gil Hye-yeon made a chubby face.

“If you’re 21, you’re still a kid. Besides, we’re all comfortable here, so what’s the big deal? Isu, it’s okay. Eat more. More.”

“Yeah, yeah. Thanks for always taking care of me, Gil Hye-yeon.”

With that, he scooped some meat from his plate onto Seo Isu’s plate.

And Seo Isu…

“Tsk tsk. Lee Hyunseong. Am I eating the meat in such an eye-catching way? I thought you were a good guy, but you’re quite judgmental. But I understand.”

Seo Isu showed a very generous expression.

Among the pile of meat on his plate, he picked up a piece and put it on Lee Hyunseong’s plate.

“The meat here is delicious enough to do this. Stop being petty and try a piece.”

He was very generous in offering just one piece of meat.

“…No.”

In the midst of these absurd situations, Lee Hyunseong suddenly felt confused.

“Why is everyone like this? Is it me? Was I weird?”

In a society where the odd one out is abnormal, the only normal person among the important actors, Lee Hyunseong, suddenly felt lonely.

Sometimes, a certain loneliness comes buried within people.

Being with others but unable to empathize with anyone created an emotional gap that made Lee Hyunseong feel lonely.

“Sigh. This is absurd.”

Lee Hyunseong had to take a sip of soju.

Today, the alcohol was particularly bitter.

Perhaps because reality is more bitter than alcohol.

The actors continued their little play.

“So, Seo Isu. Are you going on a reward vacation?”

“Reward? Vacation?”

“…You were so focused on eating that you completely shut off the conversation.”

Lee Hyunseong took a deep breath and once again talked about the reward vacation in .

“Overseas…”

And Seo Isu’s expression dramatically changed.

“I, I know!”

Putting down the chopsticks he was eating with.

Seo Isu exclaimed excitedly.

“To go overseas, you have to ride a plane, right!”

“Yeah, that’s right.”

“That’s it. That’s right. A plane…”

A dreamy expression.

Lee Hyunseong was once again at a loss for words.

Seo Isu’s overwhelming emotional expression conveyed just how excited she was about the word “plane.”

Seo Isu’s talent was truly remarkable.

Even with something like this, she was able to display her talent.

‘She’s wasting her talent on trivial things.’

That thought naturally crossed Lee Hyunseong’s mind.

Of course, Seo Isu was oblivious to Lee Hyunseong’s thoughts.

“Plane…, plane…”

Murmuring the word “plane” as if possessed, she was filled with excitement.

Plane.

One of the modern Earth’s modes of transportation.

If there is one characteristic that stands out the most, it would definitely be flying in the sky.

“Hehe. Riding something and flying. How refreshing of an experience would that be.”

“…Flying by riding something. Do people just fly like that? This kid makes a simple thing sound strange.”

Lee Hyun-seong couldn’t understand why Seo Yi-soo was so excited.

Well, that would be the case.

He was a human from Earth, not a dragon, after all.

In fact, it didn’t matter that he didn’t understand.

Even if he wasn’t a dragon.

Even if he was a human from Earth, he could still be excited about riding an airplane.

“Hehe, airplane, airplane….”

“Hmm.”

Lee Hyun-seong burst into laughter.

The other actors were the same.

It was quite amusing to see Seo Yi-soo smiling broadly and nodding to herself.

“Going on a trip abroad. Seems like you’re looking forward to it.”

“Of course. Riding on an airplane. Lee Hyun-seong, aren’t you excited at all?”

Seo Yi-soo, as if finding Lee Hyun-seong’s calm demeanor more intriguing, said.

“No. I’m looking forward to it too. But then I should pray hard while you’re broadcasting today.”

“Pray?”

Lee Hyun-seong said seriously.

“Ratings. If you fail to set a record for once, what’s the point of a vacation? If the broadcasting station is disappointed, they might cancel it all?”

It was a lie.

Regardless of the record, had shown enough performance to receive a luxurious vacation.

But Seo Yi-soo couldn’t make such a discernment.

“Well, that…!”

Seo Yi-soo’s face turned pale blue.

It was a look as if someone had forcibly taken away a treasure from her hands.

Lee Hyun-seong deliberately said calmly.

“So pray. Pray. Ah, it’s starting.”

“Ugh? Ah, I’m not ready yet!”

“Come on, quickly. Pray. Pray!”

“Ah, okay! Stop pressuring me!”

The final episode of the completed work, with actors and staff running around in excitement.

Without realizing the laughter around her, the camera focused on Seo Yi-soo, who tightly closed her eyes and focused on her prayers, as the broadcast began.

Click-!

Of course, Seo Yi-soo’s embarrassing appearance was fully captured by the staff’s cameras.

“Hehe.”

“You’re in trouble, you.”

“Oh my. It’s funny, isn’t it? And, if this photo gets uploaded, Seo Yi-soo’s fans might increase, don’t you think?”

“Well, that’s true.”

The final episode marked the beginning of the end.