The Third-Gen Chaebol Becomes a Genius Actor

Chapter 13.2

Translator Notes: Please note that [ ] means it's either a flashback scene or a memory sync scene. if there's [TN] – then that's me 🙂 – Happy reading! 🙂

"Then, is our production confirmed?"

"Hmm, Halo Media contacted me to meet and prepare for the shoot."

To commemorate Yoo Yeon Seo's discharge from the hospital, CEO Han decided to entrust him with the production of one of the scripts he chose.

In fact, there was no reason not to do it, as Yoo Yeon Seo or the Jusung Group supporting him would cover the production costs.

"Ah… It's great that our long-awaited project is finally starting production, but why does Yoo Yeon Seo have to be the lead?"

"Well, we can shoot the film because of Yoo Yeon Seo. We can't ruin the film like this…"

"Well, that's true."

Anyway, debuting was a priority. They paused for a moment from their joyful celebration and sat down to consider the list of actors they had in mind. The production company did not put much emphasis on the script Yoo Yeon Seo chose, and as long as the lead role was secured, the writer and director did not care about the rest.

Except for the lead's on-set tantrums and poor acting, everything else was a good environment.

"Who would be good? Jin Soo Ho?"

"No, he won't do. He's of a higher calibre than Yoo Yeon Seo."

Rumour has it that Yoo Yeon Seo doesn't want to work with actors who are more popular than him in the same project. In other words, he seems to have a strong desire to be in charge on set.

Naturally, excluding top stars, only actors of similar calibre or rookies were left.

"What about using an idol? Who was that one again?"

The now-nominated director was trying to think of the person's name.

"Right, him. I saw a web drama he starred in before, and he acted well."

The director, who had no interest in idols, especially male idols, selected someone without much thought. It was a member of the boy group One Seven.

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"Let's make sure there are no unfortunate incidents like before in the future."

"Well, that's obvious… it's a job, so it's natural. But I still have a sense of responsibility."

"On that day when you left the young master on the street, you still had a contractual relationship."

"Well, you have to experience how much of a pain he was." Lee Tae Gyeom was persuaded by the promise of a salary that was much higher than what he currently earned as a delivery rider.

"I completely understand that. Even if you resign, I won't say anything."

"Yes, sir. I'm sorry about that…"

"Okay, sign the contract. Let's work together for a long time this time."

"Well, I'll believe it when I see that he has really changed."

Although hesitant, Lee Tae Gyeom signed the contract.

"Don't worry about that. He's really become a decent person."

Director Park looked at Lim Seung Hyun with curious eyes that seemed to ask: ‘How did you manage to persuade him?'

[I really can't do it! I'm sorry to the CEO and the Manager Park, but I'm going to quit being his manager!]

[His face is tolerable, but everything else is complete trash! I have been losing a lot of hair lately due to stress!]

Considering how much trouble Lee Tae Gyeom caused when he quit, it was almost a miracle that he came back. And he even signed the contract without any fuss. Being under the Jusung Group really makes a difference.

After reviewing the signed contract and confirming its legal effect, Lim Seung Hyun led him to the conference room.

"Young Master, I've received the contract."

"Good job."

Yoo Yeon Seo patted Lim Seung Hyun's shoulder as if dusting something off before sitting across from Lee Tae Gyeom. It must have been a habit the previous Yeon Seo did as his legs raised itself up on the table.

It was just an added bonus that Lee Tae Gyeom was visibly annoyed by that arrogant attitude.

"Long time no see?"

"I heard you got into an accident. Are you okay?"

‘Look, he's still a considerate guy despite our bad breakup. He even asked about my well-being.' Yoo Yeon Seo laughed out loud.

"Didn't I tell you that you'll get hit by karma one day?"

"It wasn't karma, it was a car accident."

"Anyway, I thought you would receive some sort of punishment for living like that."

"Ha, to your magnanimous employer?"

[TN: not too sure how to phrase it – it's trying to express a ‘sense of resignation or frustration towards an employer who is too powerful or seemingly untouchable'.]

Yoo Yeon Seo shook the contract that Lee Tae Gyeom signed. Lee Tae Gyeom groaned inwardly, blaming his impulsive personality.

"But why did you call me? I came because I need the money, but what's your reason?"

"Well…"

Yoo Yeon Seo thought hard. ‘What would his true self say?'

‘Oh, right. I have always wanted to say something like this.'

Yoo Yeon Seo giggled, making both Lee Tae Gyeom and Manager Park flinch.

"You're the first one to act like a jerk to me."

"What?"

"Take responsibility."

"What?!"

‘What is he saying?!' Lee Tae Gyeom stood up abruptly, as goosebumps sprouted on his arms. It was no wonder why he had a bad feeling about this.

"How dare you abandon me on the street?! You better treat me well from now on."

"Wait, wait a minute! Hey! Yoo Yeon Seo!"

Yoo Yeon Seo left the conference room after saying those words. Lee Tae Gyeom remained and was left in the room, tearing his hair out in frustration. Darn it, he fell for it!

"So, how did you coax him?"

Yoo Yeon Seo hummed a tune happily as he headed towards his car. He subtly asked Lim Seung Hyun, who followed behind him silently.

[Just tell him not to come anymore because a complaint was filed against him.]

[But, is that okay?]

[Don't worry, we did the same thing with other companies and there were no problems. We'll even pay you more money.]

Lim Seung Hyun just smiled.

"It's a secret."