Godsent Top Star [EN]: Chapter 135

The Importance of Management (3)

135. The Importance of Management (3)

2022.03.15.

Yeonwoo was serious. [Because, Yeonwoo, you don’t talk about yourself enough, and it’s frustrating!] “I don’t feel the need to talk about it.” It’s not like he’s a child who can’t do anything without Kwon Seonghyun. Isn’t he a grown adult too? [That’s why our actor is going crazy. Sigh.] Dong Jaryeong sighed deeply. Knowing every detail of how Yeonwoo grew up made it harder to say more. [Okay. Then I won’t talk about your private life! But if something like a problem arises, I’ll tell our actor. That level of care is what every agency does! If a problem arises with an actor, how can the agency solve it if they don’t know?] Dong Jaryeong offered a compromise. [It hasn’t been long, but you’re feeling it to some extent, Yeonwoo. What kind of job an entertainer is. If you’re even a little late, you’ll end up using a hoe to block something you could have stopped with your bare hands, you know? You know how developed science is these days, right? How fast the internet is. There’s a reason why we’re an IT powerhouse! Once something pops up, it spreads exponentially, and if you try to catch it all, there’s no end to it? The internet is dozens of times faster than word of mouth, isn’t it?]
A ghost discussing science. Why does it feel so contradictory? Honestly speaking, there’s nothing wrong with what Dong Jaryeong said. But. ‘I feel like I’m getting caught up in something.’ Is it just my imagination? However, from Yeonwoo’s perspective, having experienced it firsthand, it was hard to deny Dong Jaryeong’s words. “Then we’re excluding private matters. Deal?” [Deal!] “Ah. If you call me Mongdal [a term for an unmarried man, often implying naivety or inexperience] one more time, I’m terminating the contract.” [Why that again!] “Take it or leave it.” [Ugh……. Fine!]
Leaving Dong Jaryeong, who was pouting as if he was disappointed, Yeonwoo left the dressing room. [This place is like a maze every time I come here.] “I agree.” [There aren’t many times left, will I be able to memorize the way by then?] “I doubt it.” Yeonwoo himself would probably be able to. He had the S-rank ability, Survival Expert. The interior was finished with a luxurious design. Walking along the internal hallway in the middle of it, Yeonwoo nodded. Located in Cheongdam [a wealthy district in Seoul known for its high-end shops and salons], this was a membership-based care shop that Kwon Seonghyun had personally introduced. He didn’t know, but it was very famous, and many famous celebrities came here. Moreover, it was so famous for its skills that there was a half-year waiting list. The waiting list was so long that they didn’t even accept any more reservations after that. It was said to be a very difficult place to get a reservation.
-If it’s such a place, shouldn’t I not go? When he first heard about it, he was dazed and asked, -Why? Kwon Seonghyun’s puzzled answer came back, and Yeonwoo was embarrassed. -No, I heard it’s a famous place……. I don’t know if I should go…… The place I went to before was fine too. Recalling the care he had received briefly before the movie started filming, Kwon Seonghyun shook his head. -What’s wrong with Yeonwoo going? And it’s natural to receive the best from the best. It was urgent then, so there was no choice, but it’s different now. You have more time than you did then, right? -……Yes? I don’t know what you mean. -Come on. You’ll be late. Let’s go quickly. Regardless, Kwon Seonghyun smiled and urged him. That’s how he ended up coming here without really knowing why……. But he couldn’t help but feel a sense of incongruity every time he came. ‘They said they protect privacy very well, so many celebrities come here, but this isn’t just protecting it well, it’s like a fortress…….’ In fact, he had almost gotten lost a few times before even receiving care. It was a good thing that the ‘Finding Directions Without a Compass’ ability of the ‘Survival Expert’ skill activated quickly. If it hadn’t, he would have been wandering around the large shop until Lee Gyuhan came to find him.
-Oh? Yeonwoo. How did you find your way here? I was about to come pick you up. -I have a good sense of direction. -Wow…… I didn’t think Seonghyun was being overprotective this time. As expected, Yeonwoo is above Seonghyun’s head. Lee Gyuhan’s thumb, which he held out, was stiffly pointing towards the sky. Anyway, as Dong Jaryeong said, the inside was like a maze. It seemed that they had deliberately twisted the routes to prevent customers from running into each other. ‘But that doesn’t mean I’m not unfamiliar with coming here.’ When would Yeonwoo have ever received full body care like this? All he used to do was wash his face and put on lotion……. Since entering this world, he’s tried makeup and received skin care. He’s tried all sorts of things. “Welcome.” When he went to the assigned care room, which he was familiar with, the manager, whom he had seen several times, greeted him. “Please lie down comfortably. Is the temperature okay?” “Yes.” Still, it doesn’t feel bad to have his face, neck, shoulders, and whole body relaxed. He could understand why the elderly liked massages. “Then we’ll start the care.” With a quiet voice, Yeonwoo closed his eyes. It was the beginning of a three-hour full course care session.

* “Thank you for your hard work.” “Thank you for your hard work. It’s cool and good again today.” After all the care was finished. Yeonwoo rubbed his trapezius muscles, which had been loosened and relaxed. Facial care was still unfamiliar, but body care had become quite familiar. It was thanks to the manager with skillful hands. “I feel rewarded every time you say that.” “Your fingertips are so meticulous.” In fact, this manager, whom he happened to run into every time he came, actually had amazing skills. -Specialty: Pain Relief Acupressure [B+], Delicate Fingertips that Feel Muscle Texture [B+], Accurate Identification of Tender Points [B+], Pressing to Promote Blood Circulation [B+], Skin Care [C+] He had as many as five specialties. And except for one, all of them were B+ grade abilities. Since an average A-grade is at the level of a highly skilled person in that field, a B+ grade is a considerably talented person. ‘I don’t know why someone like that is stuck here.’ The grade for skin care, which is the most needed here, is C+, but the other specialties more than compensate for the shortcomings. Although this place is not an acupressure clinic, but a shop that manages the entire body including the skin. Still, he’s still young. And he has this level of ability. No matter how you look at it, he’s not someone who should be rotting away here without confidence? But the manager’s reaction was unexpected. “It’s the first time.” “Yes?” “You’re the first person to say that. You’re the first customer.” “Yes? Surely not.” “Really.” [Truth] The intention identification that popped up brightly sparkled above the manager’s head, who was awkwardly smoothing his sideburns. [Uh oh……. I smell something, I smell something.] Dong Jaryeong, who had been relatively quiet today thanks to the agreement, started to be noisy again. “Be quiet. It’s distracting.” No matter what, getting the ventriloquism ability was really a hundred times better. If it weren’t for ventriloquism, he might not have been able to say anything to Dong Jaryeong in this situation and would have just been suffering in silence. “Yes? Did you say something just now…….” “No. I didn’t say anything.” “Ah…… Okay.” The manager hesitated without leaving, as if he still had something to say. [He seems a little strange?] Dong Jaryeong landed heavily on the manager’s head. The manager, who of course didn’t know that, carefully opened his mouth. “So…… if it’s okay with you…… would it be okay if I managed you exclusively?” “Yes? I heard that designations aren’t allowed…….” This was also one of the things he was informed about when he first came here. What was it again? It was to prevent any possible leaks or disputes by fundamentally blocking unnecessary private relationships. He heard that it was also for the protection of the staff, as well as for the protection of the privacy of famous customers. It wasn’t hard to understand, since there was a clear relationship between the employer and the employee, and there were quite a few celebrities with arrogant personalities. ‘It would be a problem if they were used like dedicated servants.’ And it would be even more critical if such personalities or anecdotes were leaked. That’s what he thought. “Ah, that’s…… It’s difficult for customers to designate, but it’s possible if the employee wants to.” He hadn’t heard that explanation separately. As if he noticed that, the manager added an explanation. “The reason why we don’t tell you in advance is because there may be people who use this point to put pressure on you, so we don’t notify you in advance.” “Ah ha. Yes.” “The decision is up to you…….” The manager hesitated and looked around. Seeing that, Dong Jaryeong clicked his tongue. [He’s been charmed, he’s been charmed……] He clicked his tongue, saying he couldn’t use it, and then slapped the manager’s forehead. [Hey, buddy. Wake up. There’s no answer if you get charmed by that guy. You defended well a few times, but why are you suddenly trying to go into the swamp on your own?] That sight was very displeasing. Think about it. There’s a person standing in front of you, and a small child wearing colorful clothes is hanging on his head and slapping his forehead. It’s natural that the flow of the conversation and everything else doesn’t enter your ears properly. Of course, he didn’t get caught thanks to his twenty years of training and poker face. “If it’s okay with you, I’d like to be in charge exclusively, what do you think?” “Hmm. Of course, I’m fine with it. But why suddenly……?” “Ah, that’s…….” The fingers that skillfully manipulate the human body at will and show you heaven for a brief moment scratched his cheek as if he was embarrassed. “You’re the only one who has recognized me among the people I’ve managed so far.” “Yes?” [Ah. I know this. This is that.] Before he could even understand what he was saying, Dong Jaryeong took the lead. Suddenly, as if he had gained enlightenment, he suddenly knelt on the manager’s head and, [You’re the first person who slapped my cheek! This kind of thing!] He raised his arms and shouted a bizarre sound. [I can’t believe I’m going to see this in person! No, wait a minute. It feels familiar for something like that……? Did that nasty human do that too……?] The nasty human would be referring to Woo Do-gyeom, who was born with the lineage of a different ghost. [That side has a better picture……. No! Wake up! You have an actor!] Dong Jaryeong shouted, holding his cheeks. The voice scolding himself was full of anguish. “…….” He’s having a good time all by himself. Watching him, he felt like that guy had a talent for monodrama. Even in the midst of the chaos, the manager’s story continued. “The people who have been managed by me are usually more interested in other things than my management.” Then he bowed his head deeply, embarrassed. Only then did Yeonwoo take a closer look at the other person. Honestly, he didn’t care at all about the other person’s appearance or how they looked. The world Yeonwoo lived in was too devastated to judge someone by their appearance. If you turn your head, there are ghosts who have exploded and died here and there, or who are missing a limb or a head……. Since that kind of thing is everywhere, he doesn’t care about the other person’s appearance at all. Of course, except for very extreme examples like Kwon Seonghyun. [But he…… he’s definitely cute.] Dong Jaryeong, who had already come to his senses, said, looking down at him. [He has a slender face, but his jawline is surprisingly angular, which is perfect for an idol. His head is small and his arms and legs are long, so he must have been casted many times.]