Chapter 146

I Will Live as an Actor Episode 146

“Nice to meet you, my name is Monica Rossellini.”

It was a typical Italian greeting, where you shake hands and then kiss both cheeks. While the UK accepted it calmly, CEO Kim Seong-hwan seemed somewhat surprised. As the representative of the agency, I saw many actresses in a friendly greeting, but it was rare to find a beauty as outstanding as Monica.

“You don’t know how much effort I put in to meet you, England. You are the first person who has made Desiderio this sad.”

An interpreter with a long mustache translates Monica’s words into Korean. There is no problem in conveying the meaning, but the sloppy pronunciation that is unique to foreigners cannot be helped. He was curious as to why Desiderio was courting him so much.

“Why did you want me so much?”

Desiderio is a brand that is coveted by leading overseas agencies. We could see that even top models submitted their resumes to be selected by Desiderio. For an actor who had just begun to make a name for himself in Korea to come to such a place was not only unusual but also nonsensical.

“I saw the movie you starred in at Cannes. I couldn’t escape the image of Kim Moo-jin in Confessions of a Priest for months. And I felt, oh, this is him. I’ve finally found Desiderio’s muse.”

This is something I hear often these days. Persona Muse. He couldn’t help but feel awkward that someone looked at him and found inspiration. It’s something I couldn’t even imagine in my past life. Becoming someone’s muse for something else.

“If it’s okay with you, Jang Young-guk, we would like to offer you to become Desiderio’s exclusive model. We will give you the best treatment in terms of down payment and all other aspects.”

When an Italian with a handsome mustache began to interpret, CEO Kim Seong-hwan’s eyes quickly grew to the size of a flower lantern. That’s because Desiderio’s exclusive model is not something that just anyone can do. Isn’t it possible to be a world-renowned actor or a model with top-level recognition? Even more so, the best treatment that follows is something that leaves one’s mouth agape.

Just then, the scheduled meal comes out. If the serving employee hadn’t knocked on the sliding door, CEO Kim Seong-hwan’s saliva might have been dripping from his mouth. It was such a coveted condition. I already had experience filming luxury perfume advertisements, but this was completely different from that. Isn’t Desiderio a brand called the luxury of luxury goods?

“Does it suit your taste?”

When England asked in English, Monica nodded, her signature silver hair flowing. Although the chopsticks were sloppy, the way he used all his strength to pick up the japchae looked unique. If you only look at her appearance, she looks like a haughty and cold actress.

After finishing the meal, it was time to enjoy a short tea time. Monica takes out a cigarette and puts it in her mouth. He hesitated for a moment when he saw that no one was blooming except himself, but when CEO Kim Seong-hwan nodded as if it was okay, a smile appeared on his face. Monica elaborates as a cloud of cigarette smoke rises.

“I’m sorry, because I’m a smoker. I’ll let you know the exact terms of the contract tomorrow through Jordana next to here. If there are any details you don’t like or if you have anything to add, please feel free to let me know at any time. Now, let me ask you the last question. Mr. UK. Would you like to join us, Desiderio?”

England chuckled after hearing Monica’s intentions through the interpreter. It seemed like Monica was already convinced just by looking at CEO Kim Seong-hwan’s reaction. That’s why it’s surprising that Desiderio offered to become an exclusive model. Didn’t the head designer even visit Korea himself? A case like this was something that had never been heard of in the Korean entertainment industry. but.

“I think we need to think more about it.”

It was CEO Kim Seong-hwan who was surprised by the unexpected answer. But Monica actually smiles as if she was expecting that answer.

“As expected, I’m more attracted to it.”

* * *

Just as the sun, which seemed like it would dominate the sky at any time, faded into a handful of red light over time, the same was true for Jeongil Group. Chairman Wang, who is lying in his hospital bed, is in an unusual condition. No one knew that he had already reached the end of his life, watching the sunset. Therefore, the suddenly convened executive meeting was enough to create tension in everyone.

“There is talk of rebuilding the management team. Shouldn’t we all protest together? If we keep going like this, I will end up losing my position to a young guy.”

“Executive Director Park is right. If things continue like this, even if the Chairman gets well again, everything will be replaced. Let’s have a quick talk with President Kim Min-cheol. I’m sure the Chairman will have something to say.”

“Hmm.”

Kim Min-cheol of Jeongil Foods shows no reaction except wiping his dry lips. The people who were most enthusiastic at the executive meeting were none other than the elders. In a way, aren’t they the ones who built the reputation of the Jeongil Group together from the beginning? Chairman Wang’s sudden absence was likely to be felt by them as a crisis. Moreover, Jeong Hae-seok was being publicly pointed out as Chairman Wang’s successor.

“So are you now saying that you want to change the chairman’s status?”

“What kind of maintenance is that? What kind of nonsense is this for a chairman who hasn’t even passed away yet? Executive Director Kim, think about it when you speak!”

“No, I didn’t say anything wrong. The succession structure is clearly set anyway, and the difference is whether the time frame is faster or slower. I don’t know why everyone is so scared.”

On the other hand, there were those who were eagerly waiting for Jeong Hae-seok to be promoted. A company is like a jungle. Isn’t there a popular saying that you can only survive if you hold the rope well? Tension and conflict are rampant even among executives.

“Who says they are scared? Do you know the relationship between us and the Chairman? The Chairman is a person who puts the company before anyone else. Even if the inheritance of management rights has been completed, it is not right to change the management so recklessly. ...!”

Executive Director Park, who had been speaking passionately just a moment ago, closes his mouth. This was because the door to the conference room opened and someone entered. This is Jeong Hae-seok, who walks confidently while receiving assistance from others. He naturally sits at the head of the table. His face is filled with an inexplicable smile as he leans into the seat where Chairman Wang would normally sit. Then, he traces his ear hole with his finger and speaks.

“Director Park.”

When his name is called, Executive Director Park’s expression turns pale.

“Do you prefer used or new?”

“yes?”

“No, it’s the same when you buy something. It’s very unpleasant to see something that someone has used for a long time and has their hands dirty. They say you should put new liquor in a new bag, right? Me too. It’s like a wrinkle that has become wrinkled, it has less elasticity, and instead of being flexible, it’s like a mold that grows in place and eats away. I really hate it.”

Jeong Hae-seok sits with his legs crossed. And then he naturally takes out a cigarette from his pocket. No one has ever smoked in a conference room before. However, Jeong Hae-seok naturally puts a cigarette in his mouth.

“Director Park.”

A wind blows like a whistle beneath the hazy smoke, and Jeong Hae-seok’s sharp eyes turn to Executive Director Park.

“Are you really not scared?”

Monica feels her heart pounding as she watches the scene from a corner of the filming set as he speaks with a fishy mockery. Since the dialogue is in Korean, I do not know the content of the script. But why does the sight of England sitting at the head of the table, smoking a cigarette and raising the corners of his mouth look so sexy?