episode_0107

I was shocked and looked at the names Ji-woo Lee had written on the paper.

“This is… .”

And I tilted my head as I looked at those names.

But it has no choice but to be like that… .

“You only listed 3 people… ?”

[Ha Ye-rin, Yoo Seol, Na Hanna.]

This was because there were only three names that Lee Ji-woo wrote on the paper.

When I asked this, Jiwoo Lee nodded and answered.

“Ugh, this is just the name of someone who seems likely to debut.”

Meanwhile, Lee Ji-woo came out first and circled Yu Seol’s name… .

“Among them, I think the probability of our Yerin and Lee Yu-seol debuting is almost 100%… .”

Next, I circled Nahanna’s name.

“I think the probability of this girl named Nahanna debuting is over 80%.”

So I nodded at her words.

Me and Yu Seol, there’s nothing to say… This was because I had always thought that Nahanna, who had steadily built up a fan base without any controversy until now, had a high chance of debuting.

But there was something a little questionable.

Ssuk suk.

I took a pen and wrote another name next to Ji-Woo Lee’s name and asked.

[Seo Yu-jin.]

“Teacher, is there a reason you didn’t write down Eugene’s name?”

Seo Yu-jin has high stats, ranking 3rd overall among Naaah participants, and has enjoyed popularity from the public next to Nana and Yu Seol.

Although there was a brief interruption in the middle, the production team not only apologized and provided more screen time, but in this episode, she received love by appearing on the set with a new nickname, Yerin Yujin.

Accordingly, I thought that Seo Yu-jin was also among the group whose debut was almost confirmed… ?

“Umm… Okay, this guy… . Of course it’s popular… . however… .”

Lee Ji-woo looked at Seo Yu-jin’s name and rested his chin for a moment before speaking.

“The problem with this friend is that there was one big controversy anyway.”

“Everything was resolved well, so why is that a problem? .”

I asked in a slightly excited voice, and Lee Ji-woo answered while stroking me.

“When a wound heals, it becomes a scar. But in this industry, scars are often considered flaws… .”

“What does that mean… ?”

“To put it simply, the fact that there was a controversy is a flaw in itself. Now, teacher, I will find it and show you.”

Lee Ji-woo said that and tapped on his laptop for a moment before finding something and showing it to me.

which… , was the reaction of those who still cast a cold gaze toward Seo Yu-jin.

[ah… , Why does he keep getting tangled up with Yerin?]

[At that time, did you see smoke coming out of the chimney? Haha, he also had a problem, so things like that happen. Are you saying it’s true that it’s actually not cheap?]

[That’s how a young child grows up without saying anything to those around him.]

[ah… , I hope she doesn’t end up on the same team as Yerin and Seol.]

“Among the public, there are many cases where they stick to their preconceptions or first impressions… Even though the production crew apologized, there are still quite a few people who have a negative view towards her.”

“… … .”

“So, Seo Yujin, does that friend still have some elements of anxiety? what… , looking at the current atmosphere, it seems likely that they will debut… , I think this controversy will follow me like a tag even after my debut.”

Even if there is no crime, the fact that there is controversy is a flaw in itself.

Then wouldn’t it be too unfair?

I felt a bit of frustration building in my chest and wrote down other names next to Seo Yujin.

Ssuk suk.

[Park Yu-jeong, Lee Hye-jeong.]

“… Teacher, then what about these two people? Do you think these two can debut?”

“Hmm… .”

Lee Ji-woo looked at the two names and circled Park Yoo-jung first.

“Ah, Park Yu-jeong? This guy is definitely attractive. This is an award that will always be loved consistently. If you show a little better than now, I think we can look forward to your debut, right?”

“Then next to her is Hyejeong… .”

“Ah… , Hyejeong Lee. This friend… .”

During Park Yoo-jung’s time, Lee Ji-woo, who circled her name with a positive response… .

Ssuk suk.

This time, he underlined Lee Hye-jeong’s name as if he was being ambiguous.

“He definitely sings well. These days, my appearance seems to have improved… , but… .”

“… … .”

“I felt it from the beginning… , this guy doesn’t seem to be noticeable to you. The most important thing in an audition program is to stand out.”

surely… , Lee Ji-woo was right this time.

From the first episodes of Naaah, Lee Hye-jeong had strangely little screen time.

Since it was not noticeable from the beginning, it feels like it is not visible on the broadcast later on.

Maybe that’s why the number of votes is low compared to his skills… .

“… So, in your opinion, the debut of Seo Yu-jin, Park Yoo-jung, and Lee Hye-jeong is not certain?”

“The way I see it… , hmm… , I think so.”

“Phew… .”

When I heard that the people I like might not be able to debut together, I let out a sigh of worry.

But Lee Ji-woo seemed to have a different opinion than me and said as he smoothed my hair.

“Aigung… , our Yerin. For being so kind. … But the teacher is more worried about our Yerin.”

“… yes? Why do I… . The teacher said earlier that there was no problem with my debut… .”

“Our Yerin has other things to worry about, not debut.”

Lee Ji-woo said that and wrote something else on the paper.

Ssuk suk.

When I saw that it was something… , A cute little crown was drawn above my name, Ha Ye-rin.

“Winning.”

“… … .”

“You have to win, Yerin.”

Lee Ji-woo’s expression as he said that was more serious than usual.

“Now it’s better. There are two contests left. And as per the tradition of the New PD Division, the final contest is broadcast live… , I can see that the most important thing now is this 4th contest.”

“… You can do it well, this time too.”

“Yes, I think Yerin can do as well as she has done so far. however… .”

Ji-Woo Lee soon changed his serious expression to a tearful expression and said while rubbing my ankle with the ice pack next to him.

“Iing… , What is your ankle at this important moment? .”

“Teacher, this is really okay… .”

“It’s okay! Just by looking at it, it looks very painful… , hehe… .”

… Yes, ankles.

Because joints are life to dancers. It wasn’t a serious injury, but a sprained ankle could definitely have been a factor.

At the same time, I looked at my ankle with a little bit of worry, and Lee Ji-woo circled a name on a piece of paper and said,

The name she circled was… .

“You have to be especially careful with this friend.”

“… … .”

It was just a rumor.

“Yu Seol This guy knows better than anyone else that this 4th contest is the last chance to turn the tide. They’ll probably attack you without any mercy.”

“… … .”

Surely there was no way that smart Yoo Seol didn’t know the importance of this contest.

… It seemed obvious that she would go into this contest with all her might, along with all her tricks and schemes.

Will I be able to survive in the dark clutches of such rumors? ?

“So, Yerin. In this contest, don’t overdo it and be careful! Got it?”

“… Yes, I will. and… .”

What are you doing? Of course I have to survive.

“I have to do well in this contest and win.”

And I will ultimately defeat Yu Seol and win Naaa.

As I strengthened my will and spoke, Lee Ji-woo hugged me.

“Yes, teacher, we trust Yerin.”

“Thank you, teacher… .”

“But winning is good, but the most important thing is the body. I have to take good care of my body even if I go to filming tomorrow. Got it?”

“Yes.”

After that conversation, I spent some more time at the Brothers Planning headquarters and then returned home.

And soon… , the day of the 4th contest has arrived.

**

As always, in Kang Hyeong-man’s car… , I landed on the set of Naa, which is now familiar to me like my hometown.

“Thank you for taking me with you today, boss.”

“… Yerin.”

During this time, Kang Hyeong-man often showed an expression of trust in me as he drove me around.

But now his expression was full of worry rather than faith.

It was because my ankle was wearing a bandage.

“… I will carry your luggage all the way inside. It must be heavy.”

“Thank you for your words, but it probably won’t work. Outsiders are not allowed to enter… .”

“Still… .”

“It’s okay. It doesn’t hurt that much anymore.”

Despite my words, Kang Hyeong-man continued to look worried and spoke.

“Yes, Yerin. I hope you do well this time too. but… , you know that what’s more important than anything else is your body, right?”

“… … .”

“Stay healthy for this shoot… , Be careful.”

Kang Hyeong-man was saying the same thing as Lee Ji-woo yesterday.

I felt like this was a sincere concern for me… , I nodded more vigorously than usual so that only Kanghyung could feel at ease.

“Of course, of course.”

“… Yes, I believe it.”

“Then, I will come back. Please be careful on your way back. Oh, Sang-gu, be careful driving too!”

“See you next week.”

“… Goodbye, Yerin.”

So I waved to Kang Hyeong-man and Sang-gu oppa and entered the set.

and… .

“Sister-!!”

As I was heading to my dorm, I turned my head when I heard a familiar voice and saw Seo Yu-jin running towards me with a bright expression.

Seo Yu-jin ran to me like she always did and tried to hug me… .

“Why didn’t you answer all my calls… what… ?”

I stopped when I saw my right foot, bandaged and wearing slippers.

I explained this before she was surprised.

“Oh, I just sprained my foot for a while, but it’s not that big of a problem.”

however… .

“Unni… .”

“… Huh?”

“What is this about my ankle? … .”

Despite my words that it was okay, Seo Yu-jin came up to me, hugged me, took my luggage, and carried it for me.

“… No, I’m really fine… .”

“… That’s enough, give it to me.”

Then he said, supporting one side of my body.

“Is this why you couldn’t contact me? What on earth happened?”

“Ah… .”

The reason I couldn’t hear from Seo Yu-jin was because I had so many other calls in the meantime that I turned off my phone.

And the reason I hurt my ankle… .

“… … .”

I thought of Namgung Suho, then quickly shook my head and said.

“… I just fell down the stairs.”

“Heeing… , at such an important time… . I’ll help you, and we’ll go to your accommodation with you.”

“Okay, thank you. Eugene.”

So, I walked to the dormitory while talking about this Na-ah broadcast with Seo Yu-jin.

And that was when I arrived in front of the hotel and was about to open the door.

“… So people call us Yerin Eugene… , ah.”

“… … .”

When I grabbed the handle to open the door to the dorm, my hands overlapped with someone’s and I turned to the side… .

“… Sister.”

“… … .”

Likewise, there was a rumor that appeared to be about to enter the dormitory.

From the last contest… , Especially when there was no camera, she gave off a very gloomy mood… .

Wow.

Now, it was giving off a completely sharp and devastated feeling.

And those speculations come from just one look at my face… .

Sigh.

I looked down and looked at my injured ankle.

“… … .”

But why?

Through those seductive eyes… .

‘This guy, Yoo Seol, knows better than anyone else that this 4th contest is the last chance to turn the tide. They’ll probably attack you without any mercy.’

At the same time that Lee Ji-woo’s words came to mind… .

Throbbing.

I felt pain rising to my ankle, which I thought was fine now.