Overwhelmed (5)

 

Kang Woo-jin joined hands with a top Hollywood actor whose popularity is comparable to that of Miley Kara. No, it was a single word he calmly uttered in English that he wasn’t even half forcing.

“By the way, what is your name?”

Thanks to that, the foreigners around me started making loud noises. ‘Columbia Studios’ employees, guests visiting the film studio, and team members of top Hollywood actors. More than a dozen people widened their eyes of different colors.

“Well, what did Kang Woo-jin just say?”

“Did you ask for your name?”

“Oh my god, you don’t know him?”

“no. “You must be joking.”

“No way – a fight?”

Of course, Choi Seong-geon, the pigtail-haired man standing next to Kang Woo-jin, was also a little surprised. But it also felt refreshing. I didn’t hear exactly what the top Hollywood actor whispered to Woojin, but the lines he said when he first shook hands made Choi Seong-gun feel a little bad.

‘When did Woojin ignore the Academy Awards? And what? It’s good to have confidence, but if you have too much, does it look excessive? ‘This is absurd.’

Therefore, Choi Seong-gun did not stop Woojin. It was a spirit that only Kang Woo-jin could show, and it was a situation that only he could create. It was a strange flow, but I thought it would be okay to leave it alone.

‘······I wonder if I should mediate – but no. Something like this can happen at any time in Hollywood, so it wouldn’t be a bad idea to experience it now. Especially if the other person is an actor of that caliber.’

Since Kang Woo-jin is an unknown person in Hollywood, something similar was sure to happen. Therefore, CEO Choi Seong-gun chose to sit on the sidelines. However, the expressions on the faces of Hollywood’s top actors and team members were severe. As soon as I heard Woojin’s line, I crumpled. Among them, a fat man who appeared to be the main manager, standing right behind the Hollywood actor, took a step forward.

“Hey, hey. “What did you just say?”

however.

-Sigh.

The top Hollywood actor, who was still holding hands with Kang Woo-jin, took a look at him. He didn’t say anything, but the implication was that he shouldn’t come forward. Soon, the manager closed his mouth and the Hollywood actor turned his face to the front again and asked Woojin. His once relaxed tone changed 180 degrees.

“···What did you just say?”

It felt like there was a warning. But what can I do? Kang Woo-jin let go of his hand and answered right away. It was a dry and firm voice.

“I asked for your name.”

“······”

The murmur of foreigners around us grew louder. But Woojin’s solemn English did not stop.

“I think you know my name, but I don’t know yours. “I don’t think that’s polite.”

Counter-fire operation. It’s perfect to ignore it. And he also said ‘Nopakku’ with sincerity.

‘I really don’t know this gentleman’s name.’

Kang Woo-jin really didn’t know his name. I guess I can’t remember exactly. Well, it must have been absurd to him. He is saying that he does not know himself as a monster of recognition not only here in Hollywood, but also in the entire United States, and even in Korea and the world.

In other words, Kang Woo-jin committed disregard that buried his sincerity.

But now, with the ‘Beast Painting’ concept added.

Who can see through Kang Woo-jin’s true intentions? It was impossible for anyone in the world, and the Hollywood actor who faced Woojin also had no idea. All he thought was that Kang Woo-jin was attacking him thanks to the words he said.

“Woojin, were you uncomfortable with what I said?”

Woojin answered dryly.

“Not at all. “I thought it was advice, but I don’t think it will be of much help.”

“······But why are you behaving like that?”

“Is it weird to ask your name?”

Hollywood’s top actors were in confusion. Sure, Woojin is aggressive, but his eyes are devoid of emotion. It didn’t seem fake at all. But does it make sense that you don’t know me? He stared at Kang Woo-jin, who had an indifferent face, for a moment.

‘It’s hard to read what you’re thinking. However, it wouldn’t be surprising if the snow struck quickly.’

I didn’t know anything else, but one thing was certain. Woojin’s eyes looked closer to danger than threat. At this time, the fat manager standing behind him whispered.

“My eyesight has increased, so it would be better to leave the place for now.”

In fact, the number of onlookers around continued to increase. It was already Hollywood, where a horse without feet could travel a thousand miles, and the speed was also very fast. Soon, the Hollywood actor took a deep breath and spoke to Kang Woo-jin while going down one flight of stairs.

“I’m Chris Hartnett.”

As soon as he heard the name, Woojin shouted inwardly.

‘ah! That’s right, Chris Hartnett!’

A top Hollywood actor you only see in movies. Even though the real thing was in front of him, Kang Woo-jin’s cynical attitude was maintained.

“This is Kang Woo-jin.”

Chris Hartnett, who had been watching Woojin for a few seconds, laughed a little.

“See you later.”

I hurried down the stairs. The same goes for his teams. Of course, they glared at Kang Woo-jin. Either way, Woojin’s expression didn’t change. At this time, Choi Seong-gun pushed Woojin’s shoulder.

“Let’s go too, it’ll be a pain if we stay a little longer.”

It’s the fault of the crowd of onlookers. Next, Woojin and Choi Seong-geon also climbed the stairs and reached the entrance.

“But Woojin.”

Seonggeon Choi asked softly.

“You really didn’t know Chris Hartnett’s name? “Isn’t it?”

The cynical Woojin answered with a mix of sincerity and strength.

“I didn’t know. If I hadn’t seen you today, I would have continued to do that.”

A few tens of minutes later, inside a large van.

A van carrying several foreigners was driving through downtown LA. For some reason, the foreigners in such a van were excited.

“Kang Woo-jin? That’s absurd. “You’re so cocky.”

“That’s what I said. “Having won the Best Actor award at Cannes, her arrogance must have skyrocketed.”

“Let’s just ignore it. If you only do that with that one thing anyway, you won’t survive in Hollywood.”

“But when I asked Chris’s name, I almost exploded with anger.”

The fat man turned his head to the person with slicked-back brown hair sitting by the window.

“Chris, forget about such a foolish bastard.”

It was Chris Hartnett, a top Hollywood first-tier actor who had previously faced Kang Woo-jin. He rested his chin and looked out the window and opened his mouth.

“well. “It wasn’t an impact worth forgetting.”

“He’s just an arrogant guy.”

“Hmm, I got a good kick out of it.”

“what?”

“It’s been a while and I feel like this. “I think it’ll be fun.”

“······fun?”

Chris has been working as an actor in Hollywood for over ten years. Chris Hartnett, who was looking out the window, made eye contact with the fat manager. There was genuine interest on his face.

“Yeah, fun. Honestly, I didn’t expect it to hit me this hard. I thought she might be a little scared by the rumors that it hasn’t been long since her debut – haha, what the hell? “The other person immediately showed his teeth as if it didn’t matter?”

“Well, didn’t you feel bad?”

“It’s mysterious. I’m not sure which side it is, but it’s getting hot. I haven’t seen ‘Leech’, but if you have as much guts as me, I’m looking forward to acting. “Well, I guess that’s why I was chosen by Khan.”

The fat manager shook his head as if he didn’t like it.

“You must have been lucky. I watched it today and the atmosphere was dry so I couldn’t show any emotions, so the acting was also poor. “Why on earth was he nominated for the male lead in ‘Clierro’?”

Chris Hartnett swept his brown hair and laughed. She then recalled the image of Kang Woo-jin she had seen earlier.

“Did you see anyone?”

“huh? what?”

“I mean Kang Woo-jin. He was quiet at first, but as soon as he heard me, his eyes changed. Like…a beast? beast? Either way, it was a quick process. “That must have been intentional; he was showing me his free emotions.”

“I am not at all.”

Chris shrugs his shoulders.

“A warning made with emotions, not words. luck? No, whatever his personality, he is a very good actor. “There aren’t many actors in Hollywood who can switch emotions that quickly.”

He mumbled and took out a wad of paper stuck to the side. The title ‘Cierrot’ was written in English on the cover. Soon, Chris Hartnett unfolded the scenario and recited:

“If you keep quiet, I’ll take another hit. I’m looking forward to the audition.”

Meanwhile, a medium-sized conference room at ‘Columbia Studio’.

Kang Woo-jin was found in a conference room with posters of past hits hanging on the wall. He sat in the center of the U-shaped desk. Of course, Seong-gun Choi was next to Woo-jin.

and.

“I wanted to meet you, Woojin.”

A total of six foreigners and one Korean were sitting opposite Kang Woo-jin, with their backs to the window. ‘Columbia Studio’ executives, the general producer of ‘Clierrot’, the caddie team, and even director Ga-bok Ang.

Kang Woo-jin, who had already finished saying hello, answered appropriately.

“Nice to meet you.”

The female producer responded with a small smile.

“I heard you met Chris outside. He also had a preliminary meeting, but he had some business with him before he came here? ”

It looks like the rumor spread here a long time ago. Woojin was surprised on the inside.

‘Wow – the news is so fast here too.’

I nodded calmly.

“Rather than talking about business, we simply exchanged greetings.”

“A brief greeting? “You really didn’t know Chris’ name?”

“Yes, that’s why I asked.”

“······You are definitely unique.”

A female producer with a faint smile. She seemed to like Kang Woo-jin. On the other hand, executives at ‘Columbia Studios’ narrowed their eyes. Well, first impression evaluations are all different. Soon, the male caddy, who was a ‘clown’ sitting next to the executives, joined in.

“But Woojin, this may be your first time in a situation like this, but you don’t look nervous at all.”

An indifferent Kang Woo-jin looked at him and immediately answered in English.

“Should I be nervous?”

“···No, rather than that – I was wondering if you had visited other Hollywood film studios before coming here.”

“This is my first time here.”

“Oh, I see. How are you feeling?”

“It’s no different than usual.”

Kang Woo-jin answers right away without thinking for even a second. In fact, he had decided to go straight in this posture even before he came here. I heard from Choi Seong-gun that this preliminary meeting will also affect the audition and screen test that will take place in January, next month.

‘I don’t have any experience with Hollywood pre-meetings anyway, and it’s even more confusing that you’re acting vaguely. Yeah, just keep going as you go. Still, wow – I’m a little nervous, Mr.’

Since I had no experience in Hollywood, I decided to keep it simple.

Conversely, the caddy who asked the question was a little embarrassed.

‘Well, what is it? ‘Why are you so calm?’

It was because I couldn’t even see the slightest hint of tension. In fact, the male caddy of ‘Cierrot’ was asking a set question. He asked the same question to Woojin’s former colleague, Chris Hartnett. It’s ordinary, but you can understand the other person’s current feelings based on their answer.

But what about Kang Woo-jin?

‘···Chris was relaxed, but there was a slight feeling of anxiety mixed in. But this guy – I don’t know? ‘I can’t see anything.’

There was no feeling of tension, nervousness, joy, or anything else. Then the caddy turned his attention. It was the executives of ‘Columbia Studios’ or the female producer. They too were quietly staring at Kang Woo-jin.

Everyone has different facial expressions.

In particular, the faces of Columbia Studios executives were worth seeing. I felt absurd and embarrassed at seeing this character for the first time in my life.

‘confidence? No. Arrogance? No matter how great the results were at Cannes… it feels too simple.’

In their eyes, Korean actor Kang Woo-jin was nothing short of an idiot. No matter how much you are nominated for the male lead role in ‘Clierro’, if you are filtered out at this preliminary meeting, you will not make it to the final audition or screen test. In a way, it is like the final interview for an audition.

However, Kang Woo-jin shows no signs of attachment at all.

Yes, I know that he won the Best Actor award at Cannes and that he is flying high as an actor with unprecedented filmmaking in Korea. But in Hollywood, Woojin was unknown. Even the place where he is currently sitting is ‘Columbia Studios’, one of the best studios in Hollywood. This is a place where even top actors line up, so why is that Korean actor so bored?

‘It’s as if it doesn’t matter at all if you don’t work with us.’

Of course, they did not know about the Hollywood offers hanging over Kang Woo-jin. Joseph Felton’s side or ‘World Disney Pictures’ side. However, even if I knew that, it was obvious that it would be difficult to understand Woojin’s appearance now. Soon, the executives narrowed their eyes and muttered to themselves.

‘nervous? Let alone tension, interest seems to be weak.’

‘······It doesn’t seem like there’s any burden at all. It looks rather comfortable.’

All the executives glanced at Director Ang Bok, who had been quiet from earlier. It was because I remembered what he had said about Woojin.

‘geezer. Kang Woo-jin is a weirdo.’

geezer. Yes, that Korean actor was literally a weirdo. But isn’t it a bit harsh? Still, the executives were a little offended. Because I couldn’t see any enthusiasm in his serene appearance.

‘Are you not greedy? Or there is an offer from another film company. I’m sure it’s not ignorance.’

About this way.

“Mr. Kang Woo-jin.”

The female producer with her legs crossed asked a question.

“Director Gabok Ang gave me an answer as soon as I delivered the script for ‘Cierrot.’ Why did you make the decision so quickly?”

Woojin answered lowly.

“It felt good.”

“···yes? “Persimmon?”

“yes.”

At that moment, Director Ang Bok cleared his throat and lowered his head. Hiding my laughter.

‘Without any embellishment, you just throw away what you said to me.’

The female producer, who didn’t notice this, was blank for a moment and then opened her mouth again.

“You don’t seem to have any hesitation at all. As you know, Woojin may be excluded from this preliminary meeting as a candidate. “Do you have any regrets?”

Woojin looked at the female producer for a moment and answered dryly.

“It doesn’t matter to me, but the ‘clown’ will regret it.”

In other words, it was you, not me, who would regret it.