Chapter 133
Oh, here it comes! Here it comes!
After another day of grueling practice, the members returned to their dorm, turned on the TV, and opened boxes of chicken, now a regular menu item there.
It was December 30th, and they were tuning in to watch the live broadcast of the Acting Awards.
The members faces were filled with anticipation.
Did you hear Hoyun-hyung is nominated today?
Yeah, for the New Star Award.
Unlike the festive atmosphere of the year-end stages, this event had a more dignified vibe, which was probably why everyone was dressed so formally.
Just then, Seo Hoyun, stepping off the van and onto the red carpet, filled the screen.
Whoa! Hyungs here.
The suit really suits him!
Seo Hoyun is making his entrance! In Please Take the Camera, he played PD Lee Jeonghun, whose character was messed up in terms of personality but whose competence made it impossible to hate him!
Despite the ambiguous introduction, hard to categorize as a compliment or an insult, Seo Hoyun walked confidently with a poker face.
However, his expression instantly changed when he saw fans of The Dawn and others cheering for him by the red carpet.
He broke into a soft smile.
Wow.
The members admired his demeanor.
Well, not just his face.
That pretense.
If we didnt know Seo Hoyun, we might have been fooled by his supposed good personality.
Hes really good at acting, isnt he?
Confident in Seo Hoyuns ability to handle any situation, the members happily shared chicken wings and legs to their liking, chatting away.
But hasnt Hoyun-hyung been acting strange lately?
Ah!! I was just about to say that.
Huh? Why?
When we were coming back to the dorm, he bought me something to eat, saying You like this, dont you?'
Everyone looked at Kim Seonghyeon in disbelief.
And yesterday, he told me to take it easy and not overdo it.
??
At Jeong Dajuns words, Kim Seonghyeon shook his head as if he had goosebumps.
It sounds crazy, but you know.
Dont.
Recently, Seo Hoyun, seems a bit different
Ah!! Woah!
different with someone whose name begins and ends with jeon/jun.
I told you to stop!!
Jeong Dajun spat out the piece of chicken he was chewing and, despite not having finished his favorite chicken leg, set it down on the table.
Hey, even the maknae has the right to enjoy chicken happily, okay?! Lets save those talks for after meals.
Sorry.
The members, having lost their appetites, murmured,
If anyone did something wrong to Seo Hoyun, better confess quickly.
What did you do wrong? Spit it out.
I didnt clean up after eating ramen yesterday.
That must be it. Lets apologize properly when we get back.
What do you guys think Hoyun is?
Seong Jiwon muttered in disbelief.
Among them, only Kang Ichae was unusually quiet today.
He rested his chin on his knees, staring intently at the TV.
As the Acting Awards continued, and the New Actor Award speech was being given, Min Jiheons face briefly appeared before moving to another actor.
Hmm.
Kang Ichae spat out the bone he had cleanly eaten.
In contrast to Seo Hoyun, who had been walking around the dorm with a refreshing expression these past few days, something seemed to bother Kang Ichae.
Drama Min Jiheon. Seo Hoyun.
Seo Hoyun passed it off nonchalantly without saying anything, but Kang Ichae still vividly remembered that day.
And the hyperventilation.
That moment for Seo Hoyun reminded him of a scene from the past, turning into something Kang Ichae couldnt just let go.
Its confusing.
Ichae, how about we drink while we watch this?
At Seong Jiwons question, Kang Ichae reflexively smiled brightly and nodded.
Sounds good~.
Ill go get it.
Uh! What about me?
Turning his head slowly, Seong Jiwon asked gently,
Dajun, do you wanna say it again?
I turn of age in two days?
Uh-huh?
Soda.
Ahaha, okay.
Jeong Dajun, on the verge of adulthood, could not overcome the formidable wall of Seong Jiwon and sipped his soda with a gloomy expression.
It was expected.
Lately, even Seo Hoyun was feeling a bit hesitant around Seong Jiwon.
By the time the rest of the members had drunk enough beer to get slightly tipsy, Seo Hoyun was finally announced as the winner of the New Star Award.
Despite it being his first work, he has shown an impressive performance. The New Star Award goes to Seo Hoyun! Congratulations!
Ah, do they pick up to five people for the New Star?
Thats right. I heard they include idols sometimes.
Ah~, I see.
The five awardees stood in a line, each taking turns to give their acceptance speech. Seo Hoyun was the last.
Hello, Im Seo Hoyun.
Wow, he really sounds like an actor.
Is hyung going to continue acting?
He said he absolutely hates it.
Eeeh?!
Im truly grateful to receive the New Star Award for my first work.
Wow! Thats such a waste of talent. Betting my entire 19 years of being a drama fanatic, I can objectively say that Hoyun-hyung is really good at acting.
Were you born watching dramas?
Ive been watching them since I was a newborn, okay?
While the rest of the members semi-ignored Jeong Dajun muttering, If you count from when my mom was pregnant with me, its 9 months more, they focused on Seo Hoyuns acceptance speech.
Thank you to all the cast members of Please Take the Camera
Despite Seo Hoyuns usual grumbling or his chillingly indifferent or sarcastically competitive demeanor among the members, he spoke very neatly in public.
After briefly thanking the dramas cast, writer, and staff, Seo Hoyun took a slight breath and added,
And to the members of The Dawn, who are probably eating chicken at the dorm right now.
Wow, hes like a psychic.
Seo Hoyun cracked a slight smile.
Great job.
!!
Lets keep up the good work next year.
Despite Seo Hoyuns kindly intention, making it a memorable Christmas, the members dropped their chicken in surprise.
Why is he like that?
My appetite just disappeared.
And they felt quite uncomfortable.
Is this some new kind of bullying?
Seriously, Seo Hoyun should live a bit more properly.
Kang Ichae clicked his tongue inwardly.
Seo Hoyuns final comment led to a lengthy discussion among the members, but they eventually settled on Its fan service for the Noeuls theory and managed to lighten the mood.
If Seo Hoyun had known their true feelings, he would have been seriously pissed.
However, there was something even more shocking.
It was the congratulatory stage of Part 1, prepared so diligently by Seo Hoyun, Min Jiheon, and Yu Jia.
[Please Take the Camera Hot Stage: Lets Start Loving From Today by Min Jiheon, Yu Jia, Seo Hoyun]
Waaaaah!
They all threw off their suits and appeared in white knits and jeans, starting a light choreography to the music.
Shy expressions and simple movements were the highlights.
Yu Jia began to sing the first verse.
Today, as the petals flutter, I want to walk beside you,
One, two, three, four.
Yu Jia sunbaenim is really good.
Why say it, its Yu Jia sunbaenim.
Dont be so serious.
By now, Seong Jiwon, acknowledged among the members as a fan of Yu Jia, couldnt take his eyes off the TV.
At that moment, the internet was ablaze.
[ This is so funny!!!!]
[Anyone who watches Please Take the Camera must see this shit shit shit shit my cheeks hurt from smiling so much]
[Our senior Yu Jia, the trending idol Seo Hoyun, and the popular actor Min Jiheon (Note: Clumsy)]
[Its really fresh and cute to see the drama cast together]
Not just idol fans but also the general public, who watched the acting awards, flooded various communities with reactions.
Today, as love begins, I want to hold hands with you,
One, two, three, four.
[I love you, PD Lee Jeonghun, I love how youre not a jerk, marry me]
[So grateful hes originally an idol]
Wow~, Hoyun finds the camera like a pro.
Hes improved a lot in dancing lately. Hits the beat exactly.
But it wasnt just the dance improvement; Seo Hoyun, knowing his own weaknesses, had desperately brainstormed and calculated to make his movements appear natural.
While the idol members critically discussed the stage, most viewers had similar opinions.
[Guys, Seo Hoyun and Yu Jia are really good at finding the camera, wow its different when youve been on stage
But Min Jiheon]
However, Min Jiheon
[Min Jiheon, there are no cameras on the ceiling]
really couldnt find the camera.
[Fuck Im going crazy because of this man
Stop smiling at the ceiling]
[Min Jiheon is really clumsy
Theres a reason hes close with Seo Hoyun
Seo Hoyun: (So wronged)]
[Im giving up on him finding the camera, hes just smiling by himselfYou know His original personality Thought he was all mysterious, but after watching the BTS, seems like hes just a cutie Is this a flaw?
No, its true
Especially towards Seo Hoyun Theyre close So freaking cute Im dying]
Look, Min Jiheon-sunbaenim is coming out.
Ah, yeah.
Even though he was dancing in the back, Min Jiheon stole the spotlight as he moved to the center and formed a heart.
The members, staring blankly at the scene, had their faces turn sour.
They all knew that Seo Hoyun and Min Jiheon werent exactly on good terms.
It seemed like everyone had silently agreed to hold back their words.
I want to give you my all, lets start loving from today.
No, they wanted to hold back.
[Excuse me]
That was until they saw Min Jiheons spectacular lack of musical talent.
If Seo Hoyun had checked Min Jiheons stats, his singing wouldve been rated F-.
[Ive never seen such tone-deafness in my life]
[Damn, its so freaking hilarious. Min Jiheon looks like he can do everything well, but how can he be so tone-deaf]
[Please, just stick to acting, Mr. Min Jiheon]
Is this a performance?
It doesnt seem like it.
Meanwhile, Seo Hoyun, The Dawns proud lead vocal on the same stage, jumped out beside him and wearing a refreshingly bright smile, seemingly very pleased with Min Jiheons tone-deaf crisis.
I want to give you all my heart, lets start loving from today
[Wow]
[Wow, Seo Hoyun;;]
Phew, now thats relaxing.
It feels pure not a single offbeat
The anger that could have risen due to Min Jiheon was barely quelled, and the members started to munch on their cold chicken again.
As expected, the online reactions were similar to those of The Dawn.
[I knew Seo Hoyun could sing well. but after Min Jiheon, he seems like an angel
Thats too harsh on Jiheon
Put your hands down, we know youre laughing
(Laughter)]
Thus, the performance entered the highlight with Yu Jias high notes, moving Seong Jiwon to the brink of tears.
Of course, whether it was Yu Jia showcasing her insane vocal skills after a long absence from the stage or Seo Hoyun next to her presenting a perfect example of an idol, it was all satisfying.
Lets start loving from today~
Min Jiheon steadfastly blazed his own trail and with a bright smile, nailed the finishing pose perfectly.
Still, he never found the camera.
Phew
Hold it in.
Slightly ticked off again, The Dawns members turned away and quietly cleaned up the finished chicken.
Shall we go practice?
Lets do that.
After all, they still have their last end-of-year stage on December 31st.
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[Title: Did you see Min Jiheons acceptance speech for the Grand Prize yesterday? Of course, I thought hed win The speech was short but so good, I had to bring it up
(Video)
He was really thankful for winning the acting award, but he said it was thanks to the people he loves.
And then he casually said at the end,
This year must have been hard for everyone, dont push yourselves too hard, and make sure to eat well.
I hope everyone finds happiness in their own moments.
Are you kidding me????
Ah
Dont do this to someone who cries just hearing harmonies
Are you having a tough time recently?
Fuck, its really hard
There, there..
But this year, Min Jiheon completely shed his mystique
Can someone teach me how not to love Jiheon..
Even in the midst of this, his dazzlingly handsome face shines
No Its not just dazzling, I feel like Im going to need LASIK]
[But at the end
I love our youngest princess
<Suddenly dripping with aegyoDoes Jiheon have a princess at home?]
The youngest princess at home clenched her teeth.
[- I also want to thank Seo Hoyun, who always brings great laughter on set
<<Whats up
Whats up? Are the two close?
I watched the BTS, they really seem like best friends, mostly Seo Hoyun looking disgusted though]
Naturally, Seo Hoyun, having heard that comment right in front of him, churned through words that would be censored, yet managed to slightly lift the corners of his mouth.
People who were unaware of the two being provoked by Min Jiheons taunt were in uproar, thinking it sweet.
Moreover, the Please Take the Camera congratulatory performance was a fresh change for the viewers and naturally drew attention to Seo Hoyuns next stage.
[Title: Summary of the process of becoming a Noeul in Please Take the Camera Wow, Min Jiheons in it? Turning it on right now.
Lee Jeonghun is rude but gets cuter the more you watch.
What? An idol? Searches for The Dawns fancams.
(This is where it went downhill)
Doesnt stop on stage. Watching the aegyo and freaking out
Seo Hoyun looks like a bunny.
Phew
Youve crossed a river of no return.
Welcome to K-pop]
On December 31st, fitting for the last day of the year, people were celebrating a year safely passed in their own ways, but those who had bet their lives on The Dawn were different.
Music Festival!!
Only selected idol groups made it to that stage on December 31st, and The Dawn was listed, marking the moment that would conclude the year-long efforts of their Apocalyptic trilogy.
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