The Third-Gen Chaebol Becomes a Genius Actor

Ch 93

"We put in some effort. Hajoon, do you think you can do well?"

"Yes."

On the day when Seo Hajoon was confirmed for the role of Kim Leo in 'The Demon', he nodded at the words of his manager.

His trainee life had started when he was 8 years old. At first, he had been evaluated as somewhat of an ace at one of the three major entertainment agencies. However, after being pushed out of debut groups and switching between several agencies, he barely managed to debut at the age of 20.

Thus, the group 'ENVY,' which debuted with great difficulty, came to be labeled as export idols. Of course, that didn't mean they were poor. Their bank accounts were plentiful thanks to overseas album sales and tour profits.

Who's playing the role of Leo?

└ Who is Yoo Yeonseo? Never heard of him.

└└ He's an idol. Seems pretty famous overseas.

└ The rights should sell well lol

└ Will overseas fans buy Ble products?

└└ No, Ble products should at least dominate domestically, maybe Japan?

└ Hong Mina is famous, she's the queen of independent films.

However, Seo Hajoon always thirsted for domestic recognition. Even close relatives initially didn't know what 'ENVY' was, and his name was only mentioned in small idol communities. He longed for the kind of recognition where his family could proudly say, "He's my son, my brother on TV."

Are you going to be in a drama, Yoo Yeonseo?

If it's Yoo Yeonseo, it's going to be a hit, congratulations!

Wow, Yoo Yeonseo in a drama?? Guaranteed ratings, lol.

Of course, even when the news of her first drama lead casting was announced, Yoo Yeonseo's name was never left out. But strangely, Seo Hajoon felt relieved. To him, 'The Demon' was an opportunity. He was filled with determination to make his name known through this opportunity.

"Especially for Yoo Yeonseo, you need to do well for him. Do you know who this drama is being made for?"

"Yes."

"Did you see Lee Hanguel's explosion? He's doing really well these days. I heard rumors that Yoo Yeonseo introduced him to investors. They even had dinner with big names in the film industry and took pictures."

In response to the manager's earnest plea, Seo Hajoon silently nodded.

He now understood that personal effort wasn't the sole measure of popularity. Luck and connections were equally important. He had only realized belatedly that he had been edged out of a debut group at a major agency because of connections to broadcasting networks.

'But how do I become close to them?'

Although he attended middle school, his attendance was a mess due to his trainee life, and he passed high school with a GED. For someone who spent his days repeating the cycle of home, company, home, there were hardly any friends except for fellow trainees or members of other groups who debuted around the same time.

'First, I shouldn't appear rude.'

Yoo Yeonseo, whom he saw in person for the first time, was indeed as rumored. A presence that matched his striking appearance. Everyone on the reading set was paying attention to him.

"Is this Kim Leo?"

"Hello, senior. I'm Seo Hajoon."

"Yes, do well in the future."