Peninsula: The Best Actor Begins with a Breakup

Chapter 310 Ji-min Unnie, I might consider calling you Auntie~
Mingyan remained silent for a moment.

He picked up the cane that would be used in the scene, suddenly braced himself against the ground, and as his center of gravity shifted, veins bulged on his neck. His staggering, arm-waving gesture conveyed a desperate resolve.

The man recited his lines in a hoarse voice: "You think code can trap a living person? I'll tear this damn dimensional wall apart!"

The hoarse, lingering tone reverberated in the air, as if the speaker were truly battling an unseen enemy.

Anji-ho nodded, then took out a pen and wrote something on a piece of paper.

"Okay, that's very well done. Can you demonstrate what you've learned in combat?"

"no problem."

Mingyan swiftly and efficiently fulfilled several of the director's requests, including action scenes and some reflections on AR.

He studied under Kim Eun-sook and has always been very good at analyzing scripts and understanding characters. The two even discussed the motivations of the male lead, Yoo Jin-woo, for five minutes.

By the time the audition ended, Ahn Gil-ho had a lot more smiles on his face.

It's clear that Mingyan's performance has exceeded his expectations.

"Mingyan-xi, if I were you, I might practice more firearms techniques." Anji-ho said this while holding Mingyan's hand as they parted.

As a director, he has to consider many factors before making the final decision, but this young man is definitely a qualified choice for the male lead.

"Thank you, Director. I will do my best."

……

Mingyan only breathed a sigh of relief after getting into the car.

He unbuttoned his collar and casually leaned back in the van seat, realizing that putting his emotions into a performance was not an easy task.

"Xiao Yan, how are you?"

After fastening his seatbelt, Zheng Yuanlong asked with concern.

"I don't know, let's go back and wait for the results." Mingyan didn't know what Anji-gao would think, but he had already done his best.

“Okay, I’ll look into it when I get back.” Zheng Yuanlong still has some connections at Studio Dragon: “Also, when are you planning to start taking acting classes? I’ll help you schedule a time.”

This guy said he'd go back to class once he was better, but now he doesn't mention it at all, as if he's forgotten.

Humans are inherently lazy.

"It can be arranged anytime."

Mingyan had always remembered this matter, but she had been accompanying Zhao Yincheng and Han Jae-rim on various social engagements during this time, so she hadn't mentioned it much.

Zheng Yuanlong reminded him, "Teacher An Hemo's teaching emphasizes long-term commitment, so you should be mentally prepared."

"Brother Yuanlong, when have I ever been afraid of a challenge?"

"That's true."

Ming Yan has a tenacious spirit; once he sets his mind on something, he will definitely succeed, no matter how much hardship he has to endure. That's why he was able to go from an unorthodox, self-taught actor to an excellent newcomer.

Kim Eun-sook's title as a student is just a halo, not a reflection of her actual abilities.

"Where are we going now?"

"Brother Yuanlong, do you know if there are any suitable shooting ranges in Seoul? Could you help me get in touch with one?"

……

"Minjung, it's almost April now."

Liu Zhimin said casually.

She didn't attend class with Kim Minjung today, and only found a chance to be with this younger sister during lunch.

"Yeah, the weather's gotten a lot warmer." Kim Minjung naturally took Yoo Jimin's arm. "Jimin unnie, where should we go for lunch?"

During the arduous and monotonous practice, eating was the girl's only solace.

Only good food can soothe the soul.

Liu Zhimin was afraid of trouble and even more afraid of gaining weight: "Let's just eat in the company cafeteria."

"The company cafeteria always serves the same old food, there's nothing good at all." Kim Minjung lost his appetite just thinking about the salads at the SM cafeteria. He hadn't worked so hard to train just to eat grass.

Even if you're going to manage your body shape, you can't be too harsh on yourself.

Rumors are circulating among the trainees that JYP's food is pretty good; I definitely want to go with Nayeon unnie sometime. We have connections there.

"Then let's go out to eat. Be careful, your weight might be too low for the next monthly exam in April."

Liu Zhimin emphasized the word "April" in her tone, as if reminding her younger sister of something.

Kim Minjung immediately cheered: "No, I know what I'm doing."

There are many small shops near SM that cater specifically to trainees. This area holds many memories of the youth of famous idols, and the experience of secretly ordering takeout during their trainee days is often featured in variety shows.

"Auntie, two servings of cold buckwheat noodles."

"Ok."

Yoo Jimin pulled Kim Minjung to sit down in a corner near the wall, where a variety show featuring Twice was playing on the TV.

"We don't know when we'll be able to debut." Kim Minjung looked at the familiar Lim Nayeon on the screen. It was a strange experience to see someone you knew on TV.

However, the girl was already used to it, since there were no ordinary people around her.

Mingyan, Kim Jisoo, Lim Nayeon, and Kim Jiwon are all either actresses or idols, and they are all very famous, which indirectly puts a lot of pressure on the little guy.

She didn't want to be the only one in her family who couldn't debut; that would be too embarrassing.

“Minjung, as long as we work hard, we will definitely see the rewards.” Liu Zhimin patted her younger sister’s hand: “Besides, we’ve all leveled up now.”

After the filming of the promotional video for the family concert ended, the gap between these trainees began to widen.

Liu Zhimin, Jin Minzheng, and Ning Yizhuo all had their courses increased to varying degrees. The new talent development department even spoke with them specifically, hinting that the girls should work harder.

This can't even be called a hint; it's practically an explicit statement.

You have a chance to debut.

For the girls, the feeling at that time was similar to that of an online novel author receiving a notification that "your work has been noticed by the editor."

One word: surprise.

They are not afraid of competition, they are afraid of not having opportunities.

“But Chae-hyun…” Kim Min-jung’s mood dropped when he mentioned his friend.

The filming of the promotional video for the last family concert was a watershed moment. Some people were happy, while others were disappointed. Kim Chae-hyun was among those who were disappointed, especially since her friends were all making progress.

Kim Chae-hyun is already considering leaving the company.

“Minjung, everyone has their own path to walk, and I believe Chae-hyun will find her own path.”

"Well, I hope so."

While the two girls were chatting, the buckwheat noodles were served.

Liu Zhimin picked up her chopsticks and said casually, "It's almost April now, and the weather is getting hotter and hotter. It's just the right time to eat cold noodles."

“Jimin unnie, I asked for you, your uncle remembers your birthday.” Kim Minjung even imitated Mingyan’s tone: “April 11th, Jimin’s birthday, I know.”

"That was what oppa promised me."

Liu Zhimin's pretty face flushed slightly; this child's arrogant way of imitating others was really asking for a beating.

"I know, Jimin unnie, have you decided where you want to go?"

"Not yet. Anyway, it's not bungee jumping or skiing, so just give up on that idea." Yoo Jimin didn't want to embarrass herself in front of Kim Minjung again.

Most importantly, she also wanted to show off in front of Mingyan.

The naive young girl desperately wanted to receive praise from the adult she admired. Mingyan was the person Yoo Jimin longed for—that oppa was famous, a good actor, handsome, and very kind to her…

"You're not going to tell me?"

"I won't tell."

"Jimin unnie, if you tell me, I might consider calling you 'little aunt'~"

Anyway, she has enough potential aunts-in-law to make fun of this older sister.

"Then you say it first and let us hear it."

(End of this chapter)