A day later, Minjae arrived at Flex Entertainnt for his scheduled eting with his agency and the production team. He was dressed simply, wearing a black slacks, a fitted gray sweater, and a sleek coat.
It was nothing too extravagant, but it still drew attention.
Donghyun was behind Minjae. The two were on the elevator and Donghyun was giving him a few reminders about the eting. Though he already knew it, he still listened attentively.
"Rember, this eting is mainly to finalize the marketing details and discuss any last-minute script changes. The production team wants to ensure everything aligns with the vision they have for your character," Donghyun said.
"I got it, Hyung." Minjae nodded while his gaze beca fixed on the glowing numbers above the elevator doors.
"They might also bring up the promotional schedule . We’ve already approved the initial plan, but be prepared in case they ask for additional interviews or behind-the-scenes content," Donghyun continued. "If you have any concerns, speak up."
"I will," Minjae humd in response.
"Good. Now get ready." With a soft ringing sound, the elevator doors slid wide open, revealing a sleek hallway lined with glass-walled offices. The two stepped out, walking side-to-side toward the designated eting room on the 10th floor.
It was Minjae’s first ti going on that floor. It mostly consisted of eting rooms for important discussions with the executives of the company.
As they approached, a staff mber standing by the door greeted them with a polite bow.
"Mr. Minjae, Mr. Donghyun, they’re already waiting inside."
"Alright," Donghyun gave a nod before pushing open the door for Minjae.
Minjae was the first one to enter the eting room. He had a grim expression on his face, a business-like one that he only used on serious occasions.
As Minjae stepped into the eting room, he imdiately took in the familiar faces seated at the long conference table.
Director Chanhyuk
Another executive of the company he didn’t know.
Director Hwang Jiseok.
Writer Kang Na-eun.
And a few representatives from the studio who would be handling his drama.
They were already there, waiting for him.
A small feeling of nostalgia stirred within Minjae. The director and the writer were no strangers for him. He had worked with them a few tis, and most of them were dramas that really expanded his career.
Director Hwang Jiseok was an intense perfectionist. He was a man known for his bold cinematography in terms of acting and a not-so-good personality because of his sharp tongue and no patience for diocrity.
However, Minjae knew more than what the other could see. Jiseok was actually nice, even if his words and actions didn’t look that way. He had once helped him a lot when it cos to acting and he couldn’t be more grateful for that
Writer Kang Na-eun, on the other hand, was the opposite when it cos to personality. She was calm and composed, and was often speaking in a soft tone.
Though behind her gentle self, she had a huge mind when it ca to writing so of the most complex and emotionally charged scripts in the industry. She had a knack for writing characters that felt alive and relatable.
Seeing them again, even if they didn’t know who he really was, filled Minjae with a strange feeling. It was almost like eting old acquaintances who had long forgotten him.
"Minjae, you’re finally here." Director Chanhyuk greeted Minjae with a wide smile on his face. He looked obviously elated.
The recent events allowed him to sleep freely these past few days. He felt really happy that they had taken Minjae under their wing.
Minjae offered a polite smile to Dongwook before shaking hands with the rest. His heart was pounding for a little due to excitent.
"Thank you for having in this eting. I’m looking forward to working with all of you." Minjae smiled sweetly as he bowed his head, showing respect to people who were in the eting room.
"It’s good to et you, Minjae," Director Hwang was the first to speak.
Director Hwang’s voice was as firm as Minjae could rember. His sharp gaze scanned him briefly as if assessing him for a mont before nodding in approval.
"I am honored to et you, Director. Thank you for taking on this project." Minjae replied smoothly, offering a respectful bow before taking a seat.
"It’s nice to et you, Minjae-ssi. I’ve been following your progress since you beca the talk of the town." Kang Na-eun smiled gently. It was not her first ti working with newbies.
Na-eun had always liked working with new actors. She had written multiple short dramas before for debuting actors, just like Minaje. She thinks that they bring in a new face and a fresh atmosphere to the industry.
"I’m honored, Writer-nim," Minjae genuinely responded with a polite smile.
Once everyone was settled, Director Hwang leaned forward, resting his elbows on the table.
"Alright, everyone. Let’s get into it."
With Director Hwang’s words, the atmosphere in the room beca cold. The friendliness was set aside, as all of them suddenly beca professional.
"Minjae, you’ve already read the script, I assu?" Director Hwang’s brows rose as he looked at Minjae, his gaze was piercing. It was as if he only wanted to hear the answer "yes".
"Yes, director." Minjae nodded. He ca to this eting prepared.
In fact, he didn’t sleep for the past 2 days just to review the script in detail.
"Good." Director Hwan nodded, though there wasn’t any positivity in his voice. "As a new one, you should be able to do just that."
"Don’t pressure him, director." Na-eun chuckled as she faced Minjae. She took over the discussion since she needs to introduce the drama first before they jump over the technicalities in case Minjae had questions.
"As you know, the drama is called The Star’s Secret," Na-eun began as she flipped through her own copy of the script.
"It’s a romantic cody about a top idol who, due to personal circumstances, hides his identity and ends up falling for an ordinary girl in a village. Of course, the story will have its fair share of secrets, conflicts, and emotional depth beyond just the romance."
Minjae nodded in acknowledgent as he was already familiar with the plot.
When he first read it, he had thought it was cliche, but knowing Na-eun’s writing, he knew that she would turn it into sothing refreshing and aningful.
"The key to this drama is balancing the lighthearted romance with the deeper struggles of fa," Na-eun smiled as she flipped through another page.
"As you can see, even if there are no major conflicts in the script, it looks like there are still challenges since the major problem in the story would revolve around the Main character’s struggle in fa and his newfound love.
"Yes, Writer-nim."
"Well, just rember. I don’t want a shallow love story." Hwang added, his voice stern. He clasped his hand together before eyeing Minjae. The seriousess on his face and the quietness of the surrounding were too daunting.
"I will already remind you of this early Minjae, that I do not joke around when it cos to work. You either take what I say or you leave this project now to not waste our ti."
Still, Minjae nodded and smiled.
"I understand, Director," Minjae replied, his tone was composed.
"I will do my best for this project to ot disappoint you."
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