MILESTONES || LISOO

Chapter : 25

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*Continuation*
(Third person POV)

The room was filled with the buzz of anticipation, a vibrant hum that electrified the air as reporters from every major network crowded the space, their cameras poised and ready.

Reporters from every major news outlet, entertainment magazine, and popular online platform filled the room, their cameras and microphones ready to capture every moment. The elegant stage, draped in soft hues of white and gold, was flanked by towering banners, each adorned with the title of Jisoo's famous drama series. A large screen behind the podium displayed a montage of her previous works, reminding everyone of her star power.

"Do you think it's true? That mystery man at Jisoo's apartment is real?!" one reporter asked, adjusting his camera.

"I heard rumors, but nothing's confirmed yet," replied another, scribbling notes in her pad. "If it's true, this will blow up the internet. I mean, Jisoo dating someone is a bomber!! That's insane."

"I know, right? It'll be the talk of the town for decades. Imagine the viewership!" added a third reporter, eyes gleaming with excitement.

"But nothing is confirmed, and despite all that news on social media, her company held this press conference in a hurry, which makes everything kind of suspicious!?" said the first one who initiated the conversation, and in response, others just hummed and got focused on their own work.

As the lights dimmed slightly, signaling the start of the event, a hush fell over the crowd. The doors at the side of the stage opened, and Jisoo stepped out, looking effortlessly chic in a tailored suit that perfectly matched the refined atmosphere of the occasion. Her smile was poised, her presence commanding the attention of every eye in the room. She walked to the podium, her movements graceful yet carrying the weight of someone about to deliver something monumental.

"Thank you all for being here today," Jisoo began, her voice calm and clear. The room remained still, captivated by her every word. "It's been a journey, both personally and professionally, and I'm thrilled to finally share some exciting news with all of you."

There was a slight pause as she glanced around, building the suspense. The reporters leaned in, sensing that something big was about to drop. Maybe about her relationship?!

"I'm excited to announce my next drama series, a project that's very close to my heart," she continued. "But that's not all..."

Jisoo's smile widened, a glimmer of mischief in her eyes as she prepared to reveal the news that would send shockwaves through the entertainment world.

"I'm honored to share the screen with someone incredibly talented, someone who has captured the hearts of millions around the world. Can you guess who that person is?" Jisoo said in an excited tone, but unfortunately she got no replies and only heard the whispers of the reporters.

"Well, I guess it will be really hard to answer as I know nobody... I mean nobody had ever imagined that I'm going to share the stage with none other than... who's being liked by millions and blessed by trillions... Your favorite... Our favorite... LISA MANOBAN!!!!!!.

The name seemed to echo in the room, followed by a beat of stunned silence. Then, all at once, the room erupted into chaos. Reporters gasped, their hands flying to their devices as they scrambled to capture the moment. Questions were shouted, camera flashes flickered like lightning, and the air was thick with the crackling energy of disbelief and excitement.

"No way! Lisa's really going to be in it?" one whispered urgently to his colleague.

"Unbelievable. This is going to break the internet," another murmured, fingers flying over her phone as she hurried to tweet the news.

The buzz was electric, but as Lisa stepped onto the stage, it was replaced by an awed silence. Dressed in a chic, black outfit, Lisa looked every bit the superstar she was known to be. She took the microphone, a warm smile playing on her lips.

Social media exploded almost instantly, hashtags and trending topics whirling through cyberspace as fans and netizens alike processed the bombshell. Lisa, the K-pop sensation, both genders' ultimate crush, starring in a drama alongside Jisoo? It was a dream no one had dared to imagine, and yet here it was, unfolding in real-time.

"Thank you, Jisoo unnie, and thank you to everyone here today," Lisa began, her voice as confident and charismatic as her stage presence. "I'm beyond excited to be part of this project. Jisoo unnie and I have known each other for quite a few months, and getting the chance to work together on something as special as this is truly a dream come true. As I'm a fan of her!"

She paused, her gaze sweeping over the crowd, seeing the eager faces of the reporters. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to challenge myself in a new way and to share this experience with someone as talented and wonderful as Jisoo unnie. I hope you all will love the series as much as we've loved creating it."

The reporters, caught between professionalism and fandom, couldn't help but applaud. Conversations buzzed immediately after, some rushing to be the first to break the news, others huddling together to dissect what this collaboration might mean for the industry.

"This is going to be huge. Can you imagine the ratings?" one reporter said to another, shaking his head in disbelief.

"Absolutely. It's not every day you get two of the biggest names in the industry in the same drama. The fans are going to go wild," his colleague replied, already drafting her article in her mind.

Jisoo remained calm at the podium, her eyes sparkling as she watched the frenzy she had ignited. She knew what this meant-not just for her career, but for the fans who had always supported her and for the industry that would be forever changed by this collaboration.

"We're both incredibly passionate about this project," Jisoo added, once the room had calmed enough for her voice to be heard. "And we can't wait to share it with all of you. Stay tuned."

The reporters' excitement was palpable. Questions began to fly as they clamored to get the first exclusive details.

"Lisa, what attracted you to this role?" a reporter from a popular entertainment channel asked.

"It's the depth of the character and the story," Lisa replied. "It's something different and I felt a strong connection to the role."

Another reporter chimed in, "How did you and Jisoo come together for this project?"

Lisa looked at Jisoo with a smile. "It all started with mutual admiration for each other's work. When Jisoo unnie approached me, it felt like the perfect opportunity."