This Life: From Child Actor (716)
After completing her meeting with the royal family without incident and spending the day ordering room service, Soo-hyun headed to the filming site the next day.
Even while he was away, people who were working hard on their schedules recognized Suhyun and welcomed him warmly.
[Su-hyun! Come back soon.]
[Thank you for the warm welcome, Britt.]
[Nothing special.]
When Soohyun appeared on the scene, Britt, who had been sitting on a chair and being touched by the staff, slowly stood up and spread her arms.
After sharing a light hug, Soohyun got off of her after finishing the unfamiliar bijuu.
Although he was only gone for three days, Hollywood’s expressions were often exaggerated and dramatic.
‘It’s not that I don’t like it.’
It’s not at the level of ‘I don’t hate it’, but in some ways, I’m even glad that I feel sorry for the situation I’m in.
Suhyeon smiled as she responded to those who welcomed me.
As we exchanged greetings, it dawned on me that I had returned to the field.
[It’s a shame. It would have been nice if we had arrived a day earlier.]
[What happened?]
[The prince visited yesterday. Where was it, UAE? [He was wearing a men’s hijab like this.]
Britt described the kufiya that the prince was wearing with his hand and reported that he showed great interest in this movie.
He added that it would have been nice to meet Soo-hyeon, the main character of the work.
‘I guess you’re referring to Prince Bandir, whom I met yesterday?’
Su-hyeon, who even had a meal with the prince, listened to Britt’s explanation and realized that he had not invited her out of mere fanship.
Bandir’s actions were in line with his purpose, as was his ambition to grow Saudi Arabia’s film industry.
[If it’s that person, I also met him by chance yesterday.]
[Oh? how was it? From what I can see, he seems like a very enterprising young man. He seemed very proud and in love with his country.]
[It was an interesting time. Rather than that, I brought you a gift for Brit.] After
appropriately changing the topic, Su-hyeon called out to Su-yeol with a hand gesture and handed him a small box.
At the word “gift,” Britt’s eyes sparkled, showing interest.
[Wow gift? What is it?]
[Hmm, a travel gift? I went to Korea, albeit briefly.]
[Going home is not a trip.]
[In that case, I say I bought it because it reminded me of Brit.]
[How could he be so kind?]
Brit, with a small expression of admiration, took the ribbon in the box she received from Su-hyeon. was carefully unraveled.
A short bear bag about 20 centimeters long was neatly placed on the red velvet.
[It’s pipe smoking. It looks very oriental? Look at this delicate pattern. Be beautiful.]
[It’s a traditional Korean tobacco pipe. It is called ‘Gombangdae’.]
[‘Geombangdee’? I’ve used hookah and cigarette holders a few times, but this is my first time using a pipe. I didn’t like how ugly it was. I like this because it’s pretty. Thank you so much.]
[I’m glad you liked it.] Soo
-hyun, who even gave her a gift in a friendly manner, broke up with Brit to meet the director.
After walking a few steps, Suhyun was able to encounter Malcolm, who was having a meeting with other staff members.
[Who is this? It’s been a while!]
[How have you been, Malcolm?]
[I was having quite a sad day because I couldn’t do anything. I miss you so much. Did you enjoy Korea?]
[It was pretty busy.]
[Hoo. Good.]
[So how far did the filming go?]
[It went according to schedule. Filling in the empty parts and reinforcing the missing parts…]
The director welcomed Soo-hyeon warmly and informed him roughly of what had happened while he was away.
Since the schedule went ahead without any major problems, an obvious explanation followed.
[Oh. A prince from Saudi Arabia also came.]
[I heard it from Britt. He showed interest in movies.]
[That’s right. It would have been nice if it had been in the early stages of production. Ah, it’s also a pity that I couldn’t show off Su’s acting.]
[There will be another chance next time.]
Su-hyeon responded with a subtle smile to Malcolm’s sly wink.
Sometimes a little gesture is more effective than talking.
[Now that we don’t have much left to film, let’s do our best until the end.]
[That’s right. Now that the capital has returned, we must accelerate our efforts. Let’s get it done quickly.]
At the light encouragement, Malcolm showed his motivation and attracted the staff’s attention with applause.
Those who had been told to hurry went to and from the site even more busily.
Eventually, when preparations were completed, Suhyun stood in the center of the set and waited for the signal.
Just right.
For some reason, Su-hyeon put on the mask of ‘Damon’ while hearing the sound of slate rubbing for the first time in a long time.
* * *
The Queen of England’s words of ‘It was a good time’ left behind as she left were enough to increase the pride of the hotel staff.
‘Damon’, who served the ‘Queen’ brilliantly on behalf of the sick general manager, was fully recognized by the hotel family as the next general manager.
The main character’s calm command, unwavering even in the face of the appearance of a big man, gave them trust.
Even though it was a classic story with a slight crisis and a wonderful overcoming of it, it was the completion of a good narrative.
“….”
In front of the camera, Suhyeon slowly adjusted her outfit.
He tightened the tie once more, checked the wrinkles in his clothes, and finally adjusted the name tag hanging on his chest.
His title, which had been ‘Director of Banquets’, had suddenly changed to ‘General Manager.’
A small piece of metal the size of two fingers signaled the passage of time and also revealed the rise of ‘Damon’.
[lee. Everyone is ready.]
[I understand.]
Suhyeon answered calmly and slowly walked out of the room.
In the hallway, two rows of employees lined up along the wall, looking at each other with upright posture.
[The day was bright again today. Let’s do our best to ensure that all our customers have a satisfying day.]
[Yes.]
Those who were lined up in the same manner answered in unison and with a moderate tone.
Soo-hyun with a happy smile… no, ‘Damon’s’ face was captured in close-up by the camera.
[It’s finally over!]
[Well done!]
[Good!]
When Malcolm shouted the end, those present expressed their joy with applause and high fives.
The short but tight schedule of about a month has finally come to an end.
[The face with a few wrinkles is also nice. I really want to work with them even after I get older.]
[It’s the makeup team’s effort.]
Su-hyeon, who added a little makeup to film the last scene, smiled softly.
However, because it took time to reach the position of general manager, the last 10 seconds of the work were set some time later.
Therefore, Soo-hyeon’s face also showed traces of time, and her hands also added some veins and wrinkles.
‘Well, I guess I’m close to middle age. ‘It’s not like I have a lot of wrinkles, but it’s amazing.’
Suhyeon was impressed by the makeup team who changed her age with a little retouching.
As expected, the professionalism was different in capturing the subtleties of a middle-aged person who is not even an old person.
[Is Sue going back to Korea now?]
[No. First of all, I think I’ll head to LA like everyone else. I have another meeting scheduled.]
In response to Malcolm’s question, Soohyun recalled her next schedule.
There are no work meetings or program appearances scheduled. In a way, there were promises left that were just as important as those things.
‘I decided to see a production with Deschamps, and in the evening with Mr. Vladimir, a party to attend with Margaret….’ Soo-hyun,
whose main activity is in Korea, was worried about staying in the United States, and could not completely let go of managing her American connections.
Even if I didn’t do anything special, I needed to leave with the groundwork done so that my reputation wouldn’t fall apart before I came back.
‘Well, most of the time it’s just greetings and getting to know each other’s faces. In the end, it’s about sincerity.’
Socialization is not completed overnight.
Knowing this, Su-hyeon silently endured schedules that were not her preference.
‘I also made an appointment with Britt.’
Britt, a supporting actor, left the scene after completing the schedule before the movie started to crank up.
As their relationship deepened in many ways, Soo-hyun promised to meet her again in LA.
It was a public yet somewhat private event.
[okay. Let’s meet in LA when the time comes. Are you leaving today?]
[No, I have a friend who acts on Broadway, so I’m going to stay here today.]
Arthur Lewis, the actor that Soo-hyun became close with while filming ‘Dear My’, has completely established himself on Broadway.
Fascinated by theater, he chose the theater streets of New York rather than Hollywood, and his efforts paid off and he was selected as a regular lead actor.
Even though it didn’t make it to a major play, it was a significant success.
[If you are acting, did you meet while working on another project?]
[Yes. A friend I met when I was a child actor.]
[Soo was a child actor. It would have been nice if I had continued to work in the U.S.]
[Hahaha.]
Suhyun responded with a smile to the director who expressed regret and shook hands with each of the staff members as they bid farewell.
There were staff members who burst into tears when they saw him calling out each and every name by name and expressing gratitude.
[catfish. Thank you for always helping me make my face bright.]
[I will miss you, Suhyeon. Let’s work together next time.]
[Of course.]
[Can I give you a hug?]
Suhyeon did not turn down those who asked for a hug or a photo.
Acting as one of the people in charge of the work rather than simply as a lead actor, Soohyun accepted the staff of ‘Hotelier’ as more than colleagues.
This wasn’t much of an effort on the way to parting ways.
“Actor, would you like to wear a mask?”
“No, the mask looks like a patient or a criminal… so I just wear a hat like usual. “Even though the streets are bright, it’s night.”
After returning to the room, Suhyun changed into light clothes and took her ticket.
Wearing a cap and hood, and a backpack on his back, he transformed into a typical young man on the street.
It didn’t really matter that all I had in my bag was a bottle of water.
“I will move with you, but I am worried because Times Square is so crowded.”
“But it’s more complicated to take a car. Soo-yeol, please change quickly and come out.”
“All right.”
At Su-hyeon’s urging, Su-yeol, who usually insists on wearing a suit, also wore a casual shirt and jeans to match Su-hyeon.
The two people dressed similarly were suitable for blending into the scenery.
“Then go!”
“I’ll be back.”
Su-hyeon went out to the street with Su-yeol, receiving a send-off from Jeong-won.
Even after six o’clock, people still leaving work filled the streets, and the streets were overflowing with people.
Soohyun moved around the streets of New York, looking carefully.
Maybe it was because I had free time now that filming was completely over, but the scenery I had seen over the past few days felt new today.
“Here it is.”
Su-hyeon, who arrived at the theater without any trouble, raised her head and stared at the sign.
The title of the work Arthur spoke of, ‘Interceptor’, boasted colorful lights.
“Let’s go in.”
Soohyun showed the ticket and entered the theater.
My heart pounded a little at the fact that I had joined the famous American theater group.
‘What is this place… huh? uh? Wasn’t it a play?’
Suhyun, who entered alone to watch the performance, checked the front and stopped.
There was a large screen on the stage, which was supposed to be covered with a red curtain.