When I Opened My Eyes I Was a Superstar

# 221

Blockbuster (5)

When Dowook tried to put down his drink, Chris Moore’s face suddenly turned grim. He was a man who could make a scary face just as easily as he could smile. It was even more so because I was drunk.

He asked in the same annoyed tone he used when swearing at the paparazzi.

“Why don’t you drink it? “At most, they gave me good things.”

Dowook hardened his face. Moore’s tone of voice and expression, as if he looked down on Do-wook, were a sight to behold. But there wasn’t much one could hope for from a drunk person.

“Drink it? Are you breaking the mood by asking us to have some fun together? Anyway, this is why kids who don’t know anything…”

Unable to listen to Moore any longer, he cut off Moore’s conversation and answered calmly.

“I think I should go.”

“what? You want to go suddenly? “The cards are all down, what are you talking about?!”

The people who had gathered together to play poker were talking loudly, asking what was going on.

“You gave me a little bit of advice that I couldn’t even explain, but you don’t know the topic… and you ignore me?!”

Chris Moore’s voice rose.

Dowook swallowed dry saliva. I didn’t want to get into an argument with Chris Moore here.

I could have asked Hulbert at the bar table for help, but I didn’t want to cause any trouble or cause any trouble at the party Hulbert was hosting.

Chris Moore was the one who brought the drugs, but if the commotion grew and the paparazzi outside caught him and made an article, it was Do-wook who would suffer.

Just by being there, it was clear that Do-wook would be viewed with suspicion. It may be true in the United States, but in Korea, ‘drug suspicions’ were not a light issue.

Besides, Dowook was a stranger here anyway.

Regardless of who was at fault, it was impossible to know which way public opinion would be formed when Chris Moore and Dowook faced off.

‘It’s best to leave this place quietly.’

However, Chris Moore was in no mood to let Dowook go quietly.

‘But I can’t allow myself to drink a glass of medicine under the pretense of appeasing Moore’s mood. After drinking the medicine, I don’t know if there will be any reaction that I can’t control…’

Do-wook stood up, putting his hands in his jacket pockets.

When Do-wook stood up, Moore cursed and stood up after Do-wook. It seemed like he was about to throw a punch at Do-wook.

“Are you really going? Cheeky bastard! “I knew you were a bastard who would ride on young girls’ backs and tease them.”

Dowook quietly looked at Chris Moore, who was speaking in a threatening posture. He had an indifferent and cold expression.

Chris Moore gritted his teeth as if he felt uncomfortable with Dowook’s gaze.

At first, he thought it was because he was drunk, but when he saw Chris Moore’s words and actions, Dowook realized.

From the beginning, it was clear that Chris Moore did not like Dowook. Even if he drank the alcohol recommended by Moore, he would have argued with Do-wook at some point, whether he played poker or said something.

Do-wook recalled Jeong I-wook, whom he met in ‘Lovers from Space’. It was no different from that.

While talking with Hulbert and other actors, Dowook thought, ‘Hollywood is different in many ways and there is a lot to learn.’

The thing that was most different from the Korean entertainment industry was the scale and the resulting competition and the lives of actors.

However, Dowook had no choice but to ridicule Chris Moore’s actions. In the end, it also depends on what kind of person you are.

Although Chris Moore enjoyed more wealth and popularity than Korean celebrities, he was a childish person who was immersed in that kind of life and behaved worse than a 10-year-old child.

He didn’t want to make a fuss, but he wasn’t going to let himself or his fans be insulted.

At that time, Dowook’s cell phone rang.

Dowook checked his phone and looked at Moore. It didn’t feel like a conversation, but since it was in the middle of a conversation, he asked for consent to answer the phone.

Instead of arguing further with Do-wook, Moore avoided Do-wook’s gaze. Do-wook was so cold that he did not succumb to provocation, and the ringtone seemed to have awakened him and brought him to his senses a little.

The call was from Ahn Hyeong-seo.

Ahn Hyeong-seo asked in a loud voice, ‘What is it? ‘What did you write?’ he asked.

Dowook sent a message to the group room where the members were with his hands in his pockets.

Since the message was sent without looking at the screen, it probably contained nonsensical combinations of vowels and consonants, but Dowook thought that someone among the members would quickly see it and call him.

Since the members are more interested in Do-wook than anyone else and know him well, I thought that the ridiculous message would not be ignored, and it turned out to be true.

Ahn Hyeong-seo, who always checks SNS and carries a cell phone, called Do-wook as soon as he discovered it.

The loud voices of the members could be heard behind Ahn Hyeong-seo, who was answering the phone to see if he was having a drink with the members.

Dowook answered the phone in a serious voice.

-what? Why are you suddenly speaking in English? Hello? Is this a prank call?

He felt that Hyeong-seo Ahn was embarrassed, but Do-wook paid no attention and continued to speak in English.

In the end, Ahn Hyeong-seo’s voice was heard calling Kim Won. Soon Kim Won changed the phone.

The expressions on the faces of people around them, including Chris Moore, who were listening to the phone call were becoming hard.

“Oh, if I need to be investigated by the police for the stolen items… I can go there…”

– Investigation? Are you acting now?

Kim Won looked amused and asked Do-wook muttering in English. Of course, Do-wook could not answer Kim Won’s question.

Dowook looked around.

There must be someone here who is also in possession of drugs that are illegal in the United States. The movements of the person who was dealing the cards were noticeably stiff.

He made eye contact with Chris Moore and said.

“That’s why I’m going right now. “Can you please come here?”

“This bastard… Where did he get this…”

Chris Moore blinked his eyes slowly, muttering as if completely intoxicated. However, the person who was dealing the cards hurriedly stood up and spoke.

“Who are you calling? Only invited people can come here. Just go. Let’s send this bastard away. “The atmosphere was just messed up.”

Do-wook said while listening to Kim Won mumbling on the phone in the tone of a detective from an American drama he enjoyed asking for the address.

“no. “I’ll go there.”

Dowook hung up the phone and looked around at Chris Moore and the group.

Regardless of the atmosphere, there were still some people who were drunk and were playing around with women. The person who was spinning the cards lifted the skirt of the woman next to him.

The woman was already drunk and couldn’t control herself.

“moore! Look at this. Let’s let that boring guy go and have fun. “How about taking your clothes off as a bet?”

It certainly seemed like it was the most poignant. Chris Moore frowned but did not hold Dowook anymore.

Dowook quickly left the place.

By the time Dowook came out, Hulbert had also gone up to the second floor and was nowhere to be seen from his seat at the bar table.

After leaving the party and sending a thank you and sorry message to the members that he would go and explain soon, Dowook contacted Daniel right away.

While waiting for Daniel, Dowook saw paparazzi with their lenses shining everywhere.

I emotionally understood why actors leave New York, throw parties at villas in the Hamptons, and shed their facades.

There were times when Do-wook also felt stuffy under too many gazes.

However, just because I felt stuffy, I did not want to give up all of the rationality that I should have as a human being. At least Dowook was like that.

‘It is dangerous in that respect to be distracted by alcohol or drugs…’ The

more star one became, the more fame and wealth followed, and the more temptations there were. Just because it looks flashy doesn’t mean it’s all good or right.

Do-wook realized that from now on, he must be more alert and try not to lose the pure dream he first had.

After some time, Daniel’s car arrived in front of the villa.

As Do-wook got into the car, he thought of Seo Jung-won.

Seo Joong-won’s trial appeal was in progress. I didn’t know what the final outcome would be, but it was clear that I would be sentenced to prison.

He probably did not intend to become a slave to wealth, fame, and power from the beginning.

‘But I guess I was gradually eaten by them…’

***

Next shooting day.

It was a scene where Real Man was contemplating joining Heroes activities in earnest. It was Do-wook’s solo filming, and Do-wook showed off his outstanding talent for emotional acting, further capturing director Jean-Luc’s heart.

After finishing filming, Do-wook conveyed his opinions to director Jean-Luc.

“I have no intention of ignoring Chris Moore’s insulting remarks. “Without an apology from Mr. Moore, I don’t think I will be able to come to the set with Chris Moore.”

Director Jean-Luc’s expression hardened upon hearing the news of the sudden boycott of filming. Apart from thinking that Dowook was a good actor, he also seemed to think that he was arrogant.

However, Dowook had no intention of backing down.

The one who clearly committed rudeness was Chris Moore.

“I have already conveyed my opinion to Mr. Moore through his manager.”

“After hearing the story, of course I think Moore was a little rude. But David. Not taking pictures because of personal feelings… I don’t think that’s something a professional would do. There are also contractual issues…”

As expected, Dowook’s side said that it would not be a good idea to step forward like this.

Dowook was a humble person, but he was not a funny or easy-going opponent. He was also quite proud of his current position.

I hoped that the ‘Heroes 2’ cast and production team would take this opportunity to learn that.

Do-wook continued calmly in response to Director Jean-Luc’s words.

“If there is a problem with the contract, you can always pay a penalty. “I have no intention of acting with someone who does not recognize me as an equal actor.”

It was said that he could quit. It was director Jean-Luc who was embarrassed when Do-wook came out stronger than expected.

The penalty was a huge amount. If the money was earned simply as an actor, it could have been difficult to handle. However, Dowook was a member and producer of the world-famous group called K.K. In addition, a lot of capital has already been accumulated through various channels.

Now, the damage caused by Do-wook quitting was significant for ‘Heroes 2’. There was already quite a bit of promotion involved with Dowook.

Perhaps they were so used to their position that they never thought that Dowook could easily give up on a movie called ‘Heroes’.

‘That’s probably why Chris Moore treated me so easily… he probably thought I was the one who was desperate…’

Director Jean-Luc nodded with an embarrassed look on his face.

“I understand for now. He’s actually a bit… rude. “It would be nice if David understood… but it would be right to apologize before the next filming.”