FALLEN WONDERLAND 「LEE SOO HYUK & SEO YEA JI FICTION」

5. The After-Party Disaster

Lee Soo Hyuk and Seo Yea Ji shared a quick look as the last ovation died down and the models made their final bows. They both knew they had a lot to talk about but now was not the time. Kim Ji Joon, the manager, looked at them from a distance and realized that something had occurred while he was outside taking photographs. Kim had taken images of both Lee Soo Hyuk and Seo Yea Ji as promised by his management.

If you asked manager Kim, he would prefer if Lee Soo Hyuk and Seo Yea Ji got along since they were both prominent actors and no one knew whether they would end up working together eventually. He had no idea what was going on with Lee. Lee was always kind to his coworkers. Even if he didn't like someone, he wouldn't show it in his work. He would only speak out if anything was amiss, but he kept himself in control at all times.

Nevertheless, when he witnessed Seo toss the drink at the air hostess this morning on the aircraft, he was not only upset with her but also nasty. Maybe Lee hadn't noticed, but he wasn't giving Seo any respite. He was not only judging her without understanding what had occurred, but he was constantly disputing with her. Manager Kim decided it was time to talk with him for a few moments. They couldn't keep bickering like that since they were going to the after-party as well.

Manager Kim approached Lee Soo Hyuk, who was backstage, taking a break after the intense runway show. He had observed the ongoing tension between Lee and Seo Yea Ji and knew he had to address it before the after-party. It was time for him to talk to Lee about his behavior.

"Lee, can I have a moment?" Manager Kim asked, gesturing for them to step away from the crowded area.

"Of course, what's up?" Lee Soo Hyuk replied, following him to a quieter spot.

Manager Kim hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to begin. "I've noticed the tension between you and Seo Yea Ji today, and I wanted to talk to you about it."

Lee's face immediately hardened. "What about it?"

Manager Kim sighed. "I understand that you're upset with her after the incident on the plane, but I think you should try to let it go. We're all here to work, and the constant bickering between the two of you is not helpful." Manager Kim could understand that sometimes it was possible that the only knew one side of the story, and he hoped that he would knock some sense into Lee.

Lee Soo Hyuk crossed his arms defensively. He pinned his gaze across the room glaring at Seo as he responded. "I'm just treating her the way she deserves to be treated. She was awful to that flight attendant, and she's been nothing but difficult since we got here."

Manager Kim nodded sympathetically. "I know what happened on the plane was upsetting, but people make mistakes. And we don't know the whole story. I think you should give her the benefit of the doubt."

Lee Soo Hyuk shook his head, his jaw clenched. "I'm sorry, but I can't do that. She's been nothing but trouble since we arrived. She's unprofessional, and it's hard to work with someone like that."

"Lee," Manager Kim said, trying to appeal to his sense of professionalism. "I understand your concerns, but as professionals, we must put our personal feelings aside and focus on the task at hand. If you continue to treat Seo Yea Ji this way, it could affect both of your careers."

Lee Soo Hyuk hesitated for a moment, considering Manager Kim's words. But his pride and anger got the better of him. "I appreciate your advice, but I can't just pretend everything is okay when it's not. I'm not going to let her off the hook so easily."

Manager Kim sighed, realizing that he couldn't change Lee's mind. "Alright, but just remember that we're all here to work together. Try to keep things civil, at least during the after-party."