Chương 11: What's my goal?
I've never thought about what to do when I grow up. I always thought I still have a lot of time to figure it out. Now that I see almost everyone around me has a life goal and I don't, I feel like the odd one out.
"Arin? Siwoo? Come have dinner."
"What's this aroma?", Siwoo asks.
"What's with your word choice?" I say sarcastically.
"Come on noona*, why do you keep doing this?" **Older sister**
"Enough you both. Look what I made today."
"What? Tteokbokki?"
**Tteokbokki, or simmered rice cake, is a popular Korean food made from small-sized garae-tteok (long, white, cylinder-shaped rice cakes) called tteokmyeon; ("rice cake noodles") or commonly tteokbokki-tteok ( "tteokbokki rice cakes").**
"Imo* you're the best." **Mother's sister or aunt**
"Arin? Why aren't you eating?"
"Ummm.......I was thinking about something."
"What is it?"
"You remember Daehyun?"
"Yes! That cute little boy. He's probably grown a lot taller now."
"Yes him. You know he's soon gonna make his idol debut."
"Whoa really?"
"Also Nayeon is going to move to the U.S after high school to master contemporary dance."
"That's a good decision."
"Even Siwoo has a dream to be a fashion designer."
"So is there anything wrong in it?", Siwoo gives me a nasty look.
"So, what do you need my help with?"
"Everyone seems to have decided on their goal. But look at me. I don't have anything to do."
"Tomorrow is Saturday. So how about you wake up a bit early and go on the photoshoot with me?"
"You have work tomorrow?"
"You see your imo is on the demand these days."
"Haha. Ok, I'll wake up early."
"Wait? What about me then?", Siwoo asks.
"You wanna tag along?"
"Nah....I want my beauty sleep."
"I knew it."
The next morning I wake up early to get ready. Imo have her own car. So we didn't have to take the bus. I open the car window to enjoy the morning fresh air and the beautiful view. Maybe it's because this is my first time accompanying imo to her work, I can feel the adrenaline rush. I feel so exited. She's only taking me to see if I feel the work or not. When we reach the the place I was in aww. The building is so big. But isn't this Dae's company?
"Um? imo, why are we here?"
"S.Z's new boy band is going to release their pre-debut single. So, today is the photoshoot. After this we'll have to go the shooting spot, where they'll film the music video."
"How come Dae didn't tell me?"
"Daehyun's in this group?"
"Yeah. I don't think they have another about to debut boy band."
"First let's go inside."
So, S.Z has a whole big studio inside the building? Damn!! They are rich. The atmosphere is so busy here. Imo asks me to go sit on the benches in the corner and starts placing her props. Her work is kind of interesting. Busy enough that it'll keep one from stupid thoughts. I love my stupid thoughts. While thinking all these I zoned out. I didn't even realize that I was staring at someone blankly, until he shook me up. Those beautiful ocean blue eyes looking straight into mine. That beautiful smile on that cute face. And that little braid he has on the side is the cherry on top. Being this cute should've been illegal.
"Hey? Ari? What are you thinking so intensely? Mind sharing."
"Ah....Hi. You wearing contact lens?"
"Yeah. What are you doing here? Can I sit?"
"Of course. No need to ask. I came with my imo."
He sits right beside me. Our shoulders are touching. I can smell his perfume. The scent is definitely seductive.
"It's kinda hot in here."
"Really? There are air conditioners all over the studio."
"Oh, right. Forget it. What's with this rock-star outfit?"
"It's the concept. Anyways, do I look that good? You were looking at me without blinking since I entered the hall."
"What? I-I'm sorry. I didn't mean to."
"You didn't answer. Do I look that good?"
"Ah......yeah. You look really different from usual. Actually you look great."
"Guess I'll break a lot of hearts then."
"You've become really bold."
Just then the staff calls him for the shoot. Dae is so good at posing. He looks really cool with that guitar. After him another boy comes for his shoot. The staff gives him a electronic keyboard. For a moment I imagine myself in his place playing that keyboard. It felt good. After he was done I walk up to him.
"Hi? I'm Arin Lee."
"Hey!! I'm Shin Yohan. Are you working here?"
"No, I'm here with my imo. She's the photographer taking your photos."
"You mean Ms. Rayeong Lee?"
"Yeah. So, you play this instrument?"
"Yes, each of us have our own instruments. We actually played our own instruments for this song."
"Oh that's great. If you don't mind can I play a bit?"
"You can play? Yeah wanna listen my original piece?"
"Wait you have your own music?"
"Yes, I have a song of my own."
"Play for me."
I start to play. I let myself relax. Without realizing I also start singing the lyrics. I got so immersed in the performance that I didn't notice that everyone's attention is on me. I wasn't until I finish the performance when I notice that everyone on the set has gathered around me and clapping and cheering. It's kind of embarrassing. But somehow it feels different from all those competition I've been to. These people look happy. While the people on the competition looks like bunch of judge, even the audience. The competition venue have a intimidating aura to it. But this feels more like those concert venues I've seen on TV, even though there aren't many people here.
"Ari? That was awesome."
"Yeah that was epic. You know her hyung*?" **Older brother**
"Yeah we're friends."
"Then can I call you noona?"
"Yeah. Why not?"
"Everyone get back to work now.", Some posh looking lady says and everyone gets back to their work. She walks in my direction. Am I gonna get scolded? Seeing her Dae, Yohan and the other people near us bows and greets her. Seeing them I bow with them, which makes her laugh.
"How are you boys doing?"
"Just great. Thanks to you Ms. Seo.", Yohan says playfully.
"I just came to check up on you kids. Who is this lovely girl?"
"I-I'm Arin. Lee Arin. I'm Rayeong Lee's neice."
"Rayeong? She's a good friend of mine. We used to be classmates."
"Really?"
"Yes. Do you mind waiting here for me. I'll have something to talk about with her."
"Sure."
Later I found out from the boys that she's the founder and CEO of S.Z Entertainment. But most importantly I'm happy that I didn't get scolded. But for the CEO of the biggest music label she's so nice. I found out from the boys that she's really nice to the employees and the artists, but she can be really scary when if you make a mistake. After awhile Ms. Seo along with my imo comes back and imo tells me to go with Ms. Seo.
While in the elevator Ms. Seo asks me a lot of things. Her chamber is in the top floor with the best view of the city. She asked me about my life goals, my daily life, my family and education. She complemented me on my immaculate performance.
"Arin, what do you think about joining my label?"
"Can I?"
"Yes. I can tell you have natural talent for music. Even if you are not so good at dancing, we can teach you. It's no big deal."
"Actually, I think I need some time to think."
"Sure take your time. We have the monthly audition in a weeks. If you're interested you can contact me. Here's my business card."
I took the card just like every time. But this was the first time I'm actually considering accepting this offer. That day I called eomma* and talked about it. After my parents give me their permission I called Ms. Seo and informed her that I accept her offer and I'll audition. **Mother**
The day of the audition..............
I prepared my original song. It sure is hard to carry the whole keyboard to the audition venue. Thanks to imo I didn't have to take the bus there. I admit that I suck at dance. All those ballet training didn't come to any use.
But somehow I passed the audition. Maybe because Ms. Seo was there. Now that I'll officially become an idol trainee, I feel like giving it my all. After that day at the studio, something in me just changed. I want people to enjoy my music just like that day. I want to share happiness through my music among the people.
TO BE CONTINUED ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
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