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Was my vision wrong?

That can't be.

GREAT EXPECTATIONS ON YONG'S NEW SHOW

Hiding here after the screw-up?

Hyunjo.

How is it inside?

Do SOUL members know?

Artists don't know about it yet. Ms. Kang kept us silent.

Did I screw up that bad?

Nah, you did well. As a human being and a woman.

But you're a manager at the same time.

You sure you want to keep at it?

This was a six-month job. Do you wanna quit or not?

We'll have an emergency meeting. Don't be late.

Sorry I'm late.

Come in. You're not late.

I wasn't thoughtful yesterday.

You did well, Ms. Yoo.

Didn't know you had it in you.

Sorry?

Eunsung.

Mr. Bang?

I have you to thank.

Did you see the news?

CP YONG EXPOSED

Who'd have known the mighty Yong would go down like this?

-True. -What happened?

Hope there's no more damage.

Ms. Shin told me she was letting this one go.

We're counting on you, Mr. Bang. Mr. Baek is keen on it.

Wait.

Ms. Gong?

CP YONG IS A FILTHY MAN

There won't be more damage.

About time we had a clean music industry.

Eunsung, I came here to keep your promise,

to invite SOUL as guests on Do-re-mi-fa-SOLO-si-do.

Do-re-mi-fa-SOUL!

Thank you so much.

Guess a newbie doesn't need sleep-ins to get on a primetime show.

There is one hiccup.

If it were up to me, I'd choose SOUL right away,

but the director thinks they're a bit weak.

And?

He wants LJ on the show.

Mr. Bang,

that's not what we agreed on.

If LJ's aboard, SOUL is also in.

You're asking too much.

LJ cannot even spare ten minutes of his time.

Sure, LJ's yours.

And Apple Mint, too.

-Ms. Kang! -Ms. Kang!

Well, thank you very much for your generous offer.

But there's a catch.

Yes, of course.

The show's production,

I'd like you to hand it over.

That's a bit--

These idol couple shows are dying away, aren't they?

To make a difference, it needs to focus on music.

Does Director Hwang Bo do music?

This show was picked up at the last minute,

and Director Hwang has worked with us a long time, since Is This Top Ten.

That guy doesn't even write songs.

He outsources and exploits young talent.

I would say he's on the same ship as CP Yong!

But if you're a follower of Yong's legacy, I'll say no more.

-That's not our intention. -He's right.

Do-re-mi-fa-SOLO-si-do is nothing like Yong's previous shows.

We'll also eliminate any manipulative editing.

That's right.

If we offer JTBS 10% of the song profits,

I'm sure the director will be satisfied as well.

10%...

Done deal.

Okay.

So this is what you call "a job well done."

So we are going on a primetime show?

That's what I said.

Wow, Eunsung.

Thumbs up.

I really think you did great, but Starlight's a big agency anyway--

What are you trying to say? This was all on me.

You can go and ask Mr. Kim.

I believe you.

That was just my enthusiasm getting the better of me.

So are we all going on the show?

No, just the two of you.

"Two" meaning me and Yunwoo?

Yunwoo's shooting schedule conflicts with the show's.

So me and Irib?

-Sure. -Sure.

I think you'll be going to school.

No, I'm not going.

I can skip school for this, right?

I'd say school's more important.

Then me and Sooyong?

I'm out.

I'm not really fit for those couple programs.

I thought this program was more about the music.

Yep, you all know Music and Lyrics, right?

That's a film.

Pretending to like someone I don't,

I can't do that.

Sooyong.

-This album means so much-- -I'm well aware of that.

But I think musicians should show themselves through music.

I'll concentrate on our music.

Come on, dude.

Yeah.

I can't imagine that person going on a couple show.

-Hello, guys. -Hi.

Should we pack up?

Yunwoo.

You should fix your schedule.

I'm not the only actor on the scene.

Are you gonna call everyone up and change the time?

What about me?

Can I just skip school?

Shut it, schoolboy.

Are there other guests on the show?

What?

There are more to come, but Apple Mint and LJ for now.

What?

Sooyong.

About the show--

Are you okay?

About what?

I read about CP Yong.

I told you I should come with you.

Well, it was nothing...

I mean, it was something,

but everything worked out.

But something did happen.

Why are there so many World Cup karaoke rooms in Gangnam?

You were trying to follow me?

I only got to six places out of nine.

Why would you follow me?

Because it bothers me.

Sooyong.

I already told you. You don't need to worry about me.

Or, instead,

maybe you shouldn't do things that make me worry about you.

I'm sorry?

It's dangerous to meet a guy like that late at night.

I'm going to talk to Ms. Kang,

guarantee your 9:00 to 6:00.

You are not even my boyfriend.

Why do you care about my office hours?

I have to be your boyfriend to worry about you?

Not even a boyfriend should tell me how to do my job.

You're way out of line.

But you do make me worry.

Just get on with it.

You ashamed or what?

He even pees arrogantly.

You heard?

I split my tight schedule to help you guys out.

That Do-re-mi show totally messed up my timetable.

Do-re-mi-fa-SOLO-si-do.

The least you can do is remember the title.

I have more than ten shows in Korea alone.

You think that's possible?

I can't believe, in this K-pop wave,

some groups are still sold as tie-ins.

I have no choice

but to help out a fellow classmate.

I'm not your classmate.

I came here two months earlier, and made my debut five months earlier.

You try to live a hectic life for two years.

My head's so crowded, it's like out-of-control traffic.

I can't really worry about who came in when.

Out-of-control traffic could lead to accidents.

Even deaths.

I really envy you with your empty schedules.

Right, maybe that's why Hailey's casting doesn't bother you at all.

What... Who?

Did you say Apple Mint is on the show?

Yes, Eunbin and Hailey.

But Hailey's in China with a unit team.

I heard they will pack up and come back.

Why? Is there a problem?

No, I just wanted to check who else is on the show

so I could think about what kind of character I can take.

Wow, you're acting like a leader. Impressive.

Is the casting all finished, then?

They are still waiting for another female cast member.

Then, the two from Apple Mint are here to stay?

That's what Ms. Kang wanted.

What's up?

-Is there something wrong? -No, it's...

I'm really close with Apple Mint, and that might get in the way.

I don't see why that can't be an advantage.

Are you worried about something?

No, I'm not! I'm worried about Sooyong.

He knows nothing about TV shows.

He should know more about this industry. I can't teach him forever.

Do you know where Sooyong is?

Master Drucker's teachings will help me persuade him.

I am a tteokbokki addict.

Sorry?

But my favorite place is going out of business.

Why is that? The food's not good?

No, they're really good.

But the owner is not like other owners.

The place doesn't have a sign. It has no menu, and it closes too often.

I can see why there are no customers.

Right!

And without customers, you can't maintain your business.

Then who are our customers?

Say, "The fans."

-The fans? -Yes! You're right.

To keep feeding them our food, what should we do?

-You need-- -You need good ingredients.

Sure, that's necessary.

However, there might be people who are not sensitive to ingredients.

And to let them know how good our tteokbokki is...

We have to make the best tteokbokki there is.

Yes! We need to make really good tteokbokkis.

But what I'm saying is,

although the food is important--

You need MSG. Make it more spicy and tasty.

You're right. That's also important.

Wait. Where did I lose it?

I see that you're making an analogy with music.

Did he get it?

"Music matters more than entertainment."

No, that's not it.

No, wait.

I'm trying to say that entertainment is also important.

So is entertainment tteokbokki? No, is tteokbokki entertainment?

You're messing up my analogy because you keep cutting in!

Give me a sec.

Tteokbokki is entertainment?

I'll go on the show.

What?

The show.

I'm in.

Are you serious?

But you didn't get my analogy.

Let's say that our music is tteokbokki.

Entertainment is the shop sign and the menu.

To show our music to the world, we need to use entertainment.

Am I going in the right direction?

You've got it!

I got your message.

Don't change your mind later.

I mean, it is refreshing.

A morin khuur show.

Perfect for a lullaby.

We need something conventional but with great impact.

Anything?

That's not Sooyong's style.

Teo's got some real talent.

Yes, Teo!

I remember when Yong teased him.

You were like, "Teo! Teo!" and joked your way around.

I've heard Eunsung saying you are the next entertainment star.

Why did you say that?

Do you have anything?

A phrasal acrostic poem with "Tell me."

Could you call out the words?

"Tell."

Tell me.

Whose heart shall I steal today?

"Me."

Okay, you.

Me? Oh, me.

It's a popular pickup line. So I gave it a go.

Well, manipulating others into saying stuff they don't want,

isn't that a bit violent?

You're right. People will take it seriously.

I mean, heart-stealing?

This kind of joke must be the steps to becoming a man like Yong.

I'm sure Teo didn't mean that.

It's LJ.

I'll take the call.

LJ, hi!

Good afternoon!

-Where is he? -Brazil. There's a K-pop concert.

Okay, LJ. You must be busy.

Yes. In fact, I'm going on stage now.

Thank you so much for taking your time for this call.

We heard that you had rescheduled to come on our show.

Not a problem. I should be the one who's sorry

for not being in the meeting.

I'm really sorry, but that's my cue.

I'll get back to you as soon as I finish.

-Yes, please. -See you.

Goodbye.

Hey, Seunglee. I think you're pushing yourself for this show.

You don't have to do it.

What are you talking about? I have to do it no matter what.

Is this about SOUL?

So you knew.

It's their first show for this comeback.

I should be there to support them.

Teo's been through a lot. I hope this turns out well.

You are one miraculous man.

I can't even fathom the depth of your friendship.

That's what friends are for.

Hey, is the call still connected?

It's still on?

-Man! -My bad.

You're so clumsy. Why didn't you hang up?

They might think it was intentional.

I'm terribly sorry. I thought the call was ended.

No, not at all.

I can't help but say that your loyalty is as amazing as your fame.

You should excuse me. Friendships are nothing to boast about.

Actually, when we heard that you were coming aboard,

we were a bit curious,

but now we see that you have your own reasons.

I agree. It's a shame that we didn't catch it on camera.

About that. I hope this is okay.

We happened to have a camera rolling here.

Would you like the tapes?

Yes, that's great. Please send them over if you can.

I'll see you at the studio.

-Okay. -Bye!

I can see LJ really cares for his classmate.

Does he need to be that obvious?

I really like how we are taking off,

with LJ on board with us.

Yes.

Eunsung, did I inform you?

The other female cast member

was chosen.

Who is it?

-Oh, my God! -Oh, my God!

Wow, I mean... How did they cast Song Haena?

I'll say. I am a big fan of hers.

Am I meant to be surprised?

She came to perform when I was in the army.

And her presence was just divine!

She simply destabilized the whole base.

If there's a God in heaven, we have Haena in K-pop.

She debuted in a commercial as a teenager, had her own idol career,

and now is a successful singer-songwriter.

Top of the song charts, and the queen of "Featuring."

Every song Haena featured in has been an instant hit.

Simply put--

She has to become a couple with one of our members!

Bingo!

I don't know about that.

Musical match is the priority.

Sooyong! Here we go again.

Are you studying?

No way.

-Eunbin. -Yeah?

Can you tell me about Hailey?

Hailey?

Doesn't think much when she talks.

Just like you?

No, she's a lot worse. And she doesn't forget things easily.

I'll have to let Teo know about this.

There's no need. Teo already knows.

He's her ex-boyfriend.

Ex-boyfriend?

Teo and Hailey used to go out when they were trainees.

You've got to give me a heads-up about this kind of...

Hold up. Production is starting soon.

Should Yunwoo take his place?

If you want Teo on TV shows, you should ignore this stuff.

He's known as the "pitcher."

Pitcher?

He's been throwing himself at celebrities since the trainee days.

As far as I know, Hailey from our team,

-Hyena from Daisy-- -Hold that thought.

I need to take notes about this stuff.

Continue.

Yuji from Candice, Sumin from Pink5, and Sunah from Wonder Generation.

These are only the ones I know.

I should keep this in mind for the music show timetable,

to avoid awkward situations.

Then you should consider Yunwoo either.

Yunwoo too?

He's the opposite of Teo. The "batter."

He bats all the girls away.

So who were the girls that got batted away?

Adding on that list...

And...

And...

-Hang on. -And...

Wow, he is something.

Don't be amazed.

You haven't heard about the "transfer station" yet.

Transfer station?

Like Jongno 3-ga Station, where every line passes through.

Who's that?

LJ?

Did you get off here, too?

Don't know.

I think you did.

Hey, talk to me.

I didn't!

-You did? -No!

-You dated LJ! -Did not!

-Stop asking! -You got off!

I didn't get off!

-Did so! -Did not!

We are voting again this time.

One, two, three.

This is why I hate even numbers.

I pick Kevin's song because it's better for rapping.

Isn't Sooyong's song more novel?

It's not easy to see Kevin working so hard for us.

I even feel sorry for thinking he hated us.

What about you, Eunsung?

Yeah?

Well, you are a part of our team.

True.

Which song do you prefer?

Let's concentrate on the show itself for now.

If he doesn't die in this episode, we'll really die.

You should never die. Eat this.

I have to work on our comeback album.

So I really need to die.

Hi, everyone!

Hi!

Why are you all acting like friends?

"Idol-Turned-Manager Caught on Entertainment Show."

Who's the pretty girl in the back?

She's your fan.

What about you?

I don't even know you.

I wanted to work on a love song.

Maybe we should do it sometime.

You writing a love song? That's hilarious.

And worry about that person.

Does that mean I like you?