Peninsula: The Best Actor Begins with a Breakup

Chapter 503 Liu Zhimin: Little hoe, dig and dig.

On December 1st, "Memories of the Alhambra" premiered.

Ming-yan and Park Shin-hye had previously discussed the possible viewership ratings, with one guessing 5% and the other guessing 7%.

Yes, seven percent. After all, we still need to consider the rationality. It's really unlikely that a single person could bring in three percent of the viewership.

"Random inspection, what are you doing?"

Despite his busy schedule, Mingyan still managed to take the time to call Kim Jisoo.

"I know today is the premiere of your drama. Don't worry, it will boost your ratings." Kim Jisoo immediately guessed the purpose of the call.

They've always done it this way.

Mingyan nodded with satisfaction: "That's right."

"You should remind Nayeon that there are eight members in their group."

It's not that they never mentioned Lim Nayeon in their conversations, but Kim Jisoo has been mentioning her friend much more frequently lately.

“Nayeon is abroad right now, let’s have her boost the views after it’s released on Netflix.” Mingyan had already thought of this: “Don’t forget to turn on the TV in the dorm tonight.”

"Everyone online says you and Shin Hye unnie are a good match."

"That's not right, all I've seen are people saying she's not as good as Jiwon noona."

"Humph."

Kim Jisoo hung up the phone coldly; she couldn't be bothered to waste words with this guy.

Ever since she took the "friendship deterioration quiz" that Park Chaeyoung mentioned, she'd felt strange, like something was different, but she wasn't really willing to admit it.

The girl and Mingyan grew up together and were like siblings.

Now, Park Chae-young directly says: You two stop pretending, you just like each other but haven't realized it yet.

Is this even possible?
Kim Jisoo seemed to be angry with herself, and also angry with Mingyan.

……

"Card."

Anji-ga shouted.

Although today is the premiere day of "Memories of the Alhambra", the entire crew still has to work, and they will not officially wrap up filming until the end of December.

He is now extremely satisfied with his decision to speak out.

Hyun Bin is certainly a good actor, but he feels more accomplished mentoring young people. At least, when Ahn Gil-ho attends parties, he pats Ming-yeon on the shoulder and says that these are the people he mentored.

Within the circle, this is considered a very close relationship.

Moreover, Mingyan is a very perceptive actress. Apart from the fact that her chemistry with Park Shin-hye wasn't very strong, there's not much else to criticize about her.

No wonder he's a rising star now; there's definitely a reason for it.

"Director, Shin Hye and I talked before, what do you think our drama's ratings will be?" Mingyan finished filming his scenes and came over to chat with Ahn Gil-ho.

Ahn Gil-ho laughed and said, "Of course I hope it's as high as possible."

"How much is 'the higher the better'?"

"Thirty percent."

"Wow, no wonder he's the director."

If they could actually produce a TV series that gets over 30% viewership on cable channels, Ming-Yan felt he could immediately become a TV King.

There's no way around it, this achievement is just too dazzling. Even if Baeksang Arts Awards didn't give him the Best Actor award, Baeksang Arts Awards would definitely be wrong.

"Xiaoyan, what's wrong? You and the director are laughing so happily." Park Chanyeol, who was waiting on the side, was also attracted by the laughter of the two.

He actually envied Mingyan's ability to interact with people. She quickly became familiar with the director, while he couldn't take advantage of his age. No wonder Do Kyungsoo said Mingyan had a unique charm.

A person's temperament is something that is difficult to describe.

It's inexplicable and indescribable, yet it truly exists.

Ming hugged Park Chanyeol and said, "I was just talking to the director about the ratings."

Actually, compared to the seasoned veteran Mingyan, Park Chanyeol was probably the more nervous one. After all, he was an idol turned actor, and it was too difficult for him to join a decent production team. The industry simply doesn't accept people like him.

Otherwise, why would Mingyan be paving the way for Kim Jisoo now? It doesn't hurt to prepare early. Gaining exposure and making more connections will come in handy eventually.

"Director, what do you think the ratings will be like?"

"The director said thirty percent."

The joke quickly spread throughout the entire crew, and in the end, Ahn Gil-ho was "forced" to agree that if the premiere ratings of the drama successfully broke 5%, he would treat everyone to coffee.

As for how 30% became 5%...

Don't ask, the answer is simply to share joy with the people.

The day's filming ended quickly, but everyone on the crew was somewhat distracted, eagerly awaiting the premiere's ratings, which would determine the reward for their months of hard work.

"Uncle, did you buy any late-night snacks?" Kim Minjung skipped over to greet Mingyan as he returned.

She came home early today to watch TV dramas.

Of course, there was another guest at home, Liu Zhimin. The girl made up an excuse that she wanted to watch TV series with her friends, so she happily came to stay overnight.

"Memories of the Alhambra" will air on TVN every weekend at 9 pm, one episode a day, each episode is about 60 minutes long, which means it will be over by 10:30 pm.

Going back so late isn't very safe, so we might as well stay overnight.

Liu Zhimin's plan was quite shrewd.

Mingyan smiled at his niece's friend and said, "I bought it, Zhimin. Thank you for helping me watch the premiere."

"Oppa, the drama you star in will definitely be good." Yoo Jimin had blind faith in Mingyan: "I believe in you!"

"That makes me feel much better. No matter what, I still have two beautiful ladies supporting me."

"Uncle, Jisoo unnie, Nayeon unnie, and Jiwon unnie will also support you." Kim Minjung rattled off three names in one breath, like reciting a menu.

Liu Zhimin's smile became slightly stiff.

Did I really have so many competitors?

"And your mother."

"Yes, but my mother might not be able to watch Korean TV channels while she's abroad."

Kim Minjung chuckled.

"Alright, I'll go set out these snacks." Mingyan said, heading back to her room to change. "We'll watch TV together later."

Even without a girlfriend, having my niece and Liu Zhimin is fine; Liu Zhimin is also a beauty.

Yoo Jimin moved closer to Mingyan and said, "Oppa, there's something else I want to tell you."

"What's wrong?" The man stopped changing his clothes.

"It's okay, oppa, you change yours."

"what?"

"I mean, the male trainee from that night was talked to by the company today, and he is very likely to be asked to leave."

Liu Zhimin looked at Mingyan with admiration.

She initially found that person quite annoying, but since they were all trainees, there was nothing she could do. Unexpectedly, this oppa resolved the issue so easily.

This is what a mature man is like!

"That's good. Trainees should focus on practicing. How can they manage if they think about so many random things every day?" Actually, Mingyan only greeted the head of the new talent development department and didn't say anything about how to handle the situation.

"Thank you oppa."

"You're welcome. Let's go, get ready to watch the show."

They arrived at the hotel quickly. Mingyan sat in front of the sofa, with two girls sitting on either side of him. In front of the three of them were snacks for watching TV series.

Liu Zhimin was slightly nervous.

Her eyes were on the TV, but she was actually keeping a close eye on Mingyan out of the corner of her eye.

After a while, the girl pretended to yawn and gently rested her head on the oppa's shoulder.

I can take advantage of this opportunity; he probably won't notice, right?
(End of this chapter)