Chapter 18 : Seeking Succor

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Dan Hwa : What happened here?!

A rumage of people converged towards one of the accessory pillars—detached from the main stage—that had collapsed. Which in turn injured a performer. A nightmare for a Set production team.

For a moment, Dan Hwa felt herself almost paralysed to react to that turmoil. Very unlike her, who would rush in to fix any kind of damages with her first reflex, Dan Hwa stood numb this time.

She was only brought to movements when the event director flounced up, severly criticizing her negligence. Dan Hwa silently listened to the upset client, with no signs of defense from her side. She was aware of her responsibilities towards the situation and was willing to abide by them.

Fortunately Mr.Lee had arrived on time and quickly figured the matter by asking around. The next thing his eyes spotted were the event director and Dan Hwa — slightly away from the chaos.

He rushed over to them with his phone in his hand and stretched it straight to Dan Hwa.

Mr.Lee : Director Baek, the CEO is on the line. He wants to talk to you.

Flustered Dan Hwa took the phone without a second thought while Mr.Lee deviated the fuming client.

Mr.Lee : Director Seo, I am the direct In-charge. You can talk to me.

Dan Hwa walked away trying to receive a sound from the line. Only to find, Mr.Lee bluffed about the call.

She sighed, now realizing Mr.Lee's act to get her out of that cornering reprimand. A sense of revitality filling her up, Dan Hwa tied her hair tight as she marched straight towards the collapsed pillar. Once again, she was back to her form.

The Sokcho set team were already at managing the damage. And upon her inquiry on the same, she was detailed on the subject and the reason behind the collapse.

Jr.Manager : The unexpected pour in Sokcho last night made the land mushy and tender. Still the frame should've held on. I think, someone leaned against the pillar, enough to move the supporting rods and create this sinch gap on the ground.

Dan Hwa : Dry Gravel fillers?

Jr.Manager : Affirmative. Given the time, that's our best bet for the repair. It will stay beneath the covers and wouldn't affect the aesthetics.

Dan Hwa : All right, that works. Make sure to sturdy up the other one as well. Just because it is holding still, doesn't mean it isn't weak inside.

Jr.Manager : Roger that, Director Baek. We will be on it next.

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The skies grew dim. The bright day finally met with the evening set, as the colorful clouds drifted away and beyond the horizon.

Dan Hwa persistently watched every little movement with the stage and the finishing work, implemented on by the junior team.

It was only after Lee Jun grabbed her attention that she noticed him, walking towards her.

Dan Hwa : How's that artist?

Mr. Lee : Oh, yes. She is fine. It's a minor wrist sprain. She will be able to perform in the event next week, quoted the medic. I offered to compensate in any way she wanted. But, she was kind enough to let it go.

Dan Hwa : And the authorities took it well too? 

He sighed wiping his forehead of the exasperation he went through a while back.

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