Godsent Top Star [EN]: Chapter 164

The Most Perfect Way to Take a Photo (2)

164. The Most Perfect Way to Take a Photo (2)

2022.04.13.

“That’s not bad…”

“Right. We don’t have to pick just one, do we…? It wasn’t for a pictorial anyway…?”

“While that one photo is good on its own, we’re providing a service for the audience, so I think it would be good to approach it in a way that shows enough of our daily lives, as Yeonwoo said.”

The PR manager also agreed with Yeonwoo’s opinion.

“Let’s use the last photo as the main one, but also upload the previous photos to further enhance immersion. Writer Park, when will the photos be finished?”

“There won’t be much post-processing needed for either Yeonwoo or Dohee, so I think it’ll be done sooner than scheduled.”

“Then please give them to us as soon as they’re ready, and we’ll proceed by uploading them one by one. Is that okay…?”

The last question wasn’t directed at Park Dae-il, but elsewhere.

“Well, it’s not like it’ll be bad. Proceed as planned. Handle the costs for the additional results as you wish.”

The final decision-maker’s permission was granted.

The results were so perfect and the interests aligned so well that there was nothing to hold back.

“Such an atmosphere…”

Woo Do-gyeom, responding to the manager’s words, stroked his chin while looking at the monitor.

“What, don’t you like it?”

The lively atmosphere was only temporary, even with the outstanding results.

The people around the monitor quietly and stealthily moved away without a sound.

There was only one reason.

“No. I like it. That’s why it’s a problem.”

Woo Do-gyeom, the ultimate decision-maker and investor, had personally come to the monitor.

Thanks to this, the inefficient process of going up and down the approval line was completely skipped, but it was still uncomfortable.

‘I can barely breathe when he gets close…’

‘Seriously, how can a person be so big and imposing? It feels like we’ll be in big trouble if we mess with him.’

‘If the Cheongwang [loosely translates to “Blue King,” often used to refer to a powerful figure or CEO] doesn’t like us, our studio will be finished in one go.’

It was partly due to Cheongwang’s brutal nature, and partly due to the undeniable weight that Woo Do-gyeom himself carried, which weighed people down.

“It’s been a long time since I’ve seen my kids laugh so carefree.”

“…”

However, strangely enough, he seemed more like an ordinary father than a heartless company chairman at this moment.

“I didn’t know my kids could laugh like this.”

How should I comfort him?

I knew that Woo Do-gyeom took special care of his children, which was out of character for him.

Still, it’s really hard to get used to this man showing such a ‘fatherly’ side.

‘Even a man with cold blood changes when it comes to his children.’

Raising a child alone is not easy.

Even though Cheongwang is a company that generates enormous profits, that only helps with childcare; it doesn’t solve everything.

Especially in terms of emotional support.

The living proof is right here.

‘He may not be a good person, but he could be a good dad in his own way.’

People are multifaceted.

Some sage once said.

People are not singular.

The Woo Do-gyeom that Yeonwoo knows and the Woo Do-gyeom who is the father of the children may not be the same.

As someone who grew up alone, I feel a sense of kinship.

Just as Yeonwoo was about to prepare some words of comfort.

“Hmm… I guess they need a mother.”

“…?”

The comforting words that were about to come out were blocked by the sudden remark.

“They’ve only met a few times, but they followed her so well from the beginning. Hmm… I guess it’s easier for those with similar powers to understand each other.”

“…”

Why are you looking at me while saying that?

“After all, those with similar powers can understand each other better.”

“…”

Yeonwoo cut off the pity she felt for Woo Do-gyeom in one stroke.

Right.

If you help that kind of person, they’ll grab you by the collar and demand you hand over your belongings.

Worrying is a luxury.

“The preview is getting good reactions!”

“Wow. Look at the number of hearts going up.”

“If we upload this, won’t we really reach ten million?”

“I hope so…”

“They’re already looking forward to the 8 million pledge!”

The studio was filled with warmth even after the filming was over, as the preview of the viewfinder received positive responses.

It was a moment when the near-perfect shoot was completed, albeit with a slightly bitter aftertaste.

*

“Reality?”

When I asked back at the unexpected words, a soft voice scolded Lee Gyuhan.

“Hyung [older brother or male friend], how can you say that? Yeonwoo doesn’t know about that yet.”

Kwon Seonghyun naturally took the file folder from Lee Gyuhan and explained.

It seemed to say ‘Proposal’ at first glance.

“We received an entertainment proposal for Yeonwoo.”

“That’s ‘reality’?”

“It’s not the program, but the nature of the entertainment is reality. Um… for example, like this.”

After hearing a brief explanation, Yeonwoo’s face turned pale.

“…Isn’t that a crime?”

“That’s why Yeonwoo’s consent is needed. Filming without consent is illegal and a crime.”

It seemed like I briefly heard a harsh voice saying that such unscrupulous people should be crushed to death.

‘Did I hear wrong?’

Kwon Seonghyun, still with a radiant face and a bright smile.

Because the match between his face and words didn’t match at all, Yeonwoo decided to brush it off.

‘Maybe a passing ghost mumbled it.’

When I was young, I couldn’t distinguish between what people said and what ghosts said, so I caused all sorts of trouble.

That kind of thing doesn’t happen now that I’m all grown up, but you never know.

“But, is there even a demand for that…? Why are they curious about that? What’s so fun about it?”

They install cameras all over the house and observe what the subject does 24 hours a day.

Reality is a program that shows every move in detail, even when going out with a selfie cam.

“Even if I concede a hundred times that I might be curious about how celebrities live… why the sleeping 모습 대체 [mosup daeche – literally “sleeping figure, instead”]…?”

What’s so fun about watching someone else sleep?

When Yeonwoo asked that, Kwon Seonghyun smiled.

“Well. People’s tastes vary, so there may be people who are curious about that?”

“…Really?”

“Yes. I’m curious too?”

“Pardon?”

“Yes?”

“…I think I heard something strange just now.”

“It must be your imagination.”

The smile deepens a little more.

If Kwon Seonghyun were a flower, this area might have been covered with a very strong scent; it’s such a dizzying smile.

Even Yeonwoo, who had become somewhat accustomed to it, almost fell for it for a moment.

[Wow. Our Yeonwoo must be really popular. If they’re even requesting a reality show!]

Chirp chirp!

“Whoa. You scared me.”

The Dongja spirit [child spirit], who entered the sparrow’s body, chirped.

Lee Gyuhan almost had a seizure, perhaps because it was his first time in a body in so long.

“You know about it too?”

[Of course! I made sure to watch my old favorite’s shows!]

“…”

A ghost watching humans 24 hours a day. It’s the end of the world.

[Reality shows basically don’t proceed without fame or a fandom.]

“Um?”

[As you said, Yeonwoo, who would want to watch someone else’s 24 hours? Unless they’re interested.]

“Ah…?”

[At least rising rookies, or huge rookies who are being pushed a lot. If not, unless they’ve already established a certain position and are trying to solidify it further, the demand for reality shows themselves is close to zero?]

Kwon Seonghyun took over the explanation following the chirping.

“The reaction to Yeonwoo’s 7 million pledge photos and videos was very good. Anyone in the industry with any sense would have smelled it.”

“Smelled it?”

“The smell of Yeonwoo’s potential. There’s no place as fast as this industry when it comes to rumors and information spreading. I don’t know for sure, but Yeonwoo’s value is changing every day. In real time, even now.”

“Um… I don’t really feel it.”

“Didn’t you see the official SNS [Social Networking Service]?”

“I did see it, but…”

I did see the reactions posted on the film company’s official SNS.

-Who came up with this plan…? I don’t know where you are, but please accept my bow.

-ㅠㅠ Yeowon and Juyeong look so happy

-I’m finally achieving enlightenment… I have no regrets… I can die happy…

-This movie is really unprecedented; This is the first time I’ve seen a place so sincere about its pledges. Of course, I mean that in a good way.

-I was curious about the twins who were photographed, but they really come out as the Yeongwon couple’s childrenㅠㅠ Aww, how can those four be like a real familyㅠㅠ It’s healing…

I also remember being surprised to see the number of hearts being updated in real time while Yeonwoo was watching.

Of course, there are people who carefully write comments on each photo.

Even the critic who interviewed Yeonwoo and Yeon Dohee carefully watched the behind-the-scenes videos, crying, laughing, and showing their reactions.

-As expected, it’s a harmonious moment for a couple who give and receive each other and continue forever…^^ It’s really nice to see. It’s a happy moment. You two really suit each other…^^ with a fancy tag modifier.

Below that,

-Hyang, you can’t be fangirling here.

-What is the We Got Married team doing! Hyang is so seriously delulu [delusional]!

-This is the first time I’ve ever seen Ki Hanhyang delulu…

Such strange answers were given.

Anyway, the point is this.

The online reaction is definitely hot.

But.

“Doesn’t the online reaction represent the whole person?”

No matter how much Korea is an internet powerhouse, the number of people who are not actively involved in online activities is greater.

“That’s right. But we can use it as a sample. People who are active online are generally ruthless. But seeing them come all the way here to show their reactions means they’re more than just interested, so we can roughly guess. But Yeonwoo is right. The online reaction isn’t everything.”

Kwon Seonghyun nodded.

“That’s why we’re doing this program. If we go to TV, we can capture the attention of not only online people but also offline people.”

I understand that.

But there was still something I didn’t understand.

“But why does it have to be a 24-hour close-up reality program?”

“Because Yeonwoo’s short-sighted appearance isn’t enough.”

It was a neat answer.

To the point where it was difficult to answer.

“It’s better to focus on one than to appear on several mediocre entertainment shows. If you look at the offers that have come in so far, you can see the image they expect from Yeonwoo. If you appear on those one by one…”

[The image is consumed?!]

“That’s right, Dongja.”

At first, they’ll be interested, but after a while, the story will change.

If you appear in any program with the image of the movie, you can easily get tired of it.

“There’s also the problem of image fixation. You’re not just going to film one movie and quit, are you? Right?”

“That’s true, but…”

“Then, rather than that, reveal what kind of person Yeonwoo is and incorporate the image of the movie into the person Kang Yeonwoo.”

And.

That’s why cameras are being attached all over Yeonwoo’s accommodation right now.