A New Career Singer Who Can Read The Future [EN]: Chapter 59

The next day, Hyeon-ho, a trainee from Huent Entertainment, arrived at the scheduled time. He was dressed in all black from head to toe, including his hat and shoes. With his excellent proportions, he couldn’t help but stand out in such an outfit.

“Hello, I’m Hyeon-ho,” he said, taking off his mask.

“Are you feeling okay?”

It was a bit awkward that he came to visit me in the hospital today when I’m being discharged tomorrow.

But he said he would come…

The moment I saw Hyeon-ho, I felt a sense of familiarity and naturally started speaking informally.

“I’m fine. How’s the debut preparation going?”

Hyeon-ho didn’t seem to mind my informal speech.

“It’s going well!” He gave me a bright smile.

I knew that his debut group had been delayed due to entanglements with Yoon Hyeon-seung in the past, but I didn’t bring it up. I thought it was admirable that he could remain so composed when he must be anxious every day.

“Really? You’ll be debuting soon then? It’ll be before my album comes out. Is the debut date confirmed?”

“Yes! The debut date is set! I’m excited every day, *sunbae* [senior/mentor],” Hyeon-ho treated me with utmost respect. He even brought my old albums to get signed, so I felt a strange fondness for him.

“Congratulations. From then on, it’ll be the real start! You can do well, right? If you have any difficulties or concerns, feel free to contact me.”

Hyeon-ho laughed awkwardly. Then he opened his mouth.

“I’ll contact you often. I’ve been so busy that I haven’t been able to watch your broadcasts or vote for you. I’m sorry.”

“It’s nothing to be sorry about. You’re about to debut, so you should be focused on that.”

“Still! I was angry when I heard you were hurt, but I was worried it would be rude to contact you first.”

“I’m fine, and I’m glad the culprit was caught. All my schedules could have been postponed.”

Hyeon-ho sighed deeply. It seemed like he was sighing because he knew the culprit was Yoon Hyeon-seung.

“I’m really… I’m so sorry.”

“It’s not your fault. What did you do wrong? That guy was capable of it, that’s all.”

Hyeon-ho looked at me with a face full of apology. I wondered why he was so sorry. It was something that guy did after leaving the agency a long time ago.

“Don’t be sorry. I’m being discharged tomorrow anyway, and I can handle all my schedules. The MRI results were good too. Fortunately, it went off course, so I wasn’t seriously injured.”

“I understand, *sunbae*. Oh? Just a moment. My manager is calling.”

“Looks like it’s time for you to go. Go to the company quickly. You have to practice hard with your debut coming up.”

“Yes! I’m sorry for not being able to stay longer!”

“Don’t worry about it. Go now.”

Hyeon-ho hurriedly got up. After saying goodbye to Hyeon-ho, I lay down again.

“Ah, I want to sing.”

It was a sudden impulse. Even though it’s a private room, it’s not soundproof, so I have to hold back.

I just hummed a tune and called Do-ha, who had left for the hospital cafe because of Hyeon-ho.

A few minutes later, Do-ha opened the hospital room door.

“Hyung [older brother/male friend], did that trainee leave?”

“Yeah. That’s why I called you. Do-ha, go home and rest today. I feel bad that I’m making you uncomfortable with this private room when I’m not even seriously injured.”

Do-ha looked thoughtful for a moment.

Finally, he replied, “Hey, it’s just one more day.”

“Still, it’s better to get a good night’s sleep.”

I persuaded Do-ha again. I wanted to spend the night alone rather than having Do-ha by my side. I also wanted to see a tarot card. It was always something I did before appearing on a new program.

“Hmm… Are you really okay to move around on your own, *hyung*?”

“This is overprotective, Do-ha. I’m really fine. I’m being discharged tomorrow.”

“Okay, *hyung*. If you feel dizzy or sick, call me right away. I’ll be going now!”

Only after Do-ha left did I breathe a sigh of relief, thinking that I finally had some time to rest.

Well, shall I look at the tarot cards?

I took out the tarot cards from the corner of my bag.

Shuffling sound—

The sound of shuffling cards is good. Maybe it’s because it’s been a while since I shuffled them.

I spread the cards on the blanket. One card caught my eye. I flipped it over.

[Five of Wands]

It’s the 5 of Wands card. Five people are holding five wands, with divided opinions and competing with each other.

“Hmm… Is it because I’m going into a program that involves psychological warfare? It says I’ll be competing. Then what rank will I get? Will I be able to achieve good results?”

I drew another card.

[Ace of Wands]

“Oh! Ace of Wands! It says I’ll have good luck? I feel like I’ll be able to achieve good results. It feels good. The card says I’m lucky, so I have a good feeling.”

With a good feeling, I didn’t flip over any more tarot cards and put them back in my bag.

I’m looking forward to the concept photo shoot.

I wonder who got cast?

* * *

The next day, as soon as I was discharged, I headed to the police station.

Why did I go there? Of course, to talk to Yoon Hyeon-seung directly.

I wanted to know why he attacked me now, after several months had passed.

He told the police that it was because he was jealous of me, but I was curious about his true feelings.

The police said that I didn’t need to come since I had already given my statement as a witness in the hospital room, but I felt like I would be wronged if I didn’t see his face, so I arrived at the police station.

“Mr. Na Do-hyeon, you don’t have to see the perpetrator… It could leave you traumatized,” the detective in charge of my case said.

I shook my head, saying I was okay, and added, “I have to see him. I want to know what made him so jealous and envious.”

“If you’re determined… Please wait a moment.”

Soon, the detective brought Yoon Hyeon-seung out.

As soon as Yoon Hyeon-seung saw my face, he muttered “Fucking” under his breath.

Anyway, I don’t like him. It’s been like that since our first meeting.

“Hey, Hyeon-seung.”

“Why are you calling me?”

The detective scolded Yoon Hyeon-seung for his dissatisfied voice, telling him to answer properly.

“Ah, I’m answering. Does this not sound like an answer to you?”

“Sigh, never mind. Just speak properly. I’ll leave you two alone, officer.”

The detective left, and I asked the question I wanted to ask.

“Yoon Hyeon-seung, didn’t you ruin your own life? The school violence incident was your fault. If you had lived properly, would that have happened? Would you have been kicked out of being a trainee?”

After saying everything I wanted to say, I saw his face turning red.

“You ruined your own life, so why are you blaming me and attacking me?”

“Because I was kicked out right after I got to know you! Nothing has gone right since I got involved with you!”

“Why are you blaming me for that? Is blaming others your specialty?”

At my words, Yoon Hyeon-seung frowned deeply. He looked like he was about to attack me.

Then the detective, who had been watching from afar, came closer.

“Hyeon-seung, you’re going to prison anyway. You’ll pay the price for what you did. If you don’t want to add another charge, behave yourself.”

At the detective’s words, Yoon Hyeon-seung spat on the floor.

“Hyeon-seung, me meeting you has nothing to do with your past being exposed. It just happened to happen at the same time. You make your own life. The school violence and this incident are all just the consequences of your actions. Don’t blame others and go your own way. I’ll go mine.”

With those words, I got up from my seat.

Do-ha, who had been waiting in front of the door, came to pick me up.

“Wow, *hyung*. I overheard a bit, and it felt so refreshing!”

“I’m glad to hear that. I feel relieved after saying everything I wanted to say. That kind of guy needs to come to his senses.”

“Hey, he’s beyond help. I’ve never seen anyone who blames others without thinking about their own life live properly. *Hyung*, get in the car. I’ll take you home.”

“Ah, right. Did you look for a house? I’ve been so out of it that I haven’t asked.”

“Yes! I’ve bookmarked a few good houses!”

“I’m so glad I have you.”

“Thank you for saying that. Fasten your seatbelt. Let’s go!”

* * *

Before the concept photo shoot, a meeting with the cast was scheduled first.

Do-ha took pictures and videos of me getting my makeup done at the shop, saying that the fans would like to have these moments as content.

I thought Do-ha was very passionate.

The best manager I’ve ever met!

“*Hyung*, your makeup is looking great today! I like the clothes too. I think this concept suits you.”

Today, I wore a shirt with a ribbon and neatly fitted slacks.

Do-ha told me that the other participants were older than me.

That’s why he chose an outfit that would make me stand out as the youngest.

“I feel a bit awkward…”

I felt awkward, especially with the ribboned shirt, as I had never worn one before.

I felt unfamiliar looking at myself in the mirror.

“No, *hyung*. The fans will love it! I can feel the youngest vibe…!”

“A 10-year-old *maknae* [youngest member of a group]. Isn’t that a bit much?”

“Hey, what’s wrong with that? It’s about highlighting your charm among experts in various fields. It gives off the feeling of, ‘This is Na Do-hyeon, who has 10 years of experience but is still the *maknae*!'”

My face turned red at Do-ha’s praise.

The staff who saw this smiled.

“Do-hyeon, you’re so cute when you blush. I can see why fans stan [support/idolize] you.”

“Ah… Don’t tease me. I’m embarrassed.”

“Please keep your face still. You almost ruined your makeup by moving your facial muscles because you were embarrassed. Got it, cute Do-hyeon?”

As the staff continued to tease me, I felt my face turn even redder.

After finishing my makeup and styling, Do-ha drove to the KBC annex.

I was the first to arrive.

I arrived a whole 30 minutes early.

As I waited, the participants started to arrive one by one.

I didn’t recognize any of them.

It seems like they really picked people from various professional fields, not celebrities. That’s why I don’t recognize anyone.