00:30Sean, in his mid-30s and the head of security for the mall's event of the day, chats with Victoria on the central ground floor where the venue will be held.
00:41Victoria is the trusted right hand of Sun Rivas, the president and CEO of TS Entertainment.
00:48Victoria, in her late 40s, sports a well-groomed, short hairstyle and a polished, uptight look.
00:55Sean, on the other hand, is dressed in a black suit with a white undershirt.
01:03All areas are covered including the entrance and exits.
01:07Victoria scans the area, noticing security guards in black suits standing by at all corners.
01:15I have my men on the second and third floors, just in case.
01:19Victoria looks up at the upper floors, spotting another group of security guards on duty.
01:26Great. Good job.
01:28Posters of Min's movie are displayed throughout the mall.
01:39The stage is set up with chairs for the MC and guests.
01:43The audience is allowed to come no closer than a meter from the stage to maintain a safe distance from excited fans.
01:52The fans are starting to gather around.
01:55The media covering the event have set up as well.
02:05Sun Rivas, in his late 40s, is sitting on the couch with Barry Phillips, a dashingly handsome gentleman in his late 20s.
02:14The two are enjoying glasses of wine in Sun's office.
02:17Thank you for partnering with us.
02:22My pleasure, but really, thank you for trusting me as well.
02:26You are a good businessman, Barry.
02:29I like working with people who mean business.
02:32If you need anything, just tell me.
02:36I can give you anything you want.
02:39Barry smirks, then sips his glass of wine.
02:43Sun flashes a mischievous smile.
02:47He draws Barry's attention to the 62-inch flat-screen TV in front of them,
02:53which shows the ongoing mall show where Min and her co-stars are promoting their movie.
02:59Min is being interviewed by the MC.
03:02Barry fixes his gaze on her.
03:06Sun watches him, gauging his interest.
03:08At the mall show, Min and her five co-stars are seated in the chairs prepared for them on stage.
03:22A large crowd of fans fills the area, holding Min's posters, light sticks, and even a large banner with her name on it.
03:33She radiates beauty, poise, and elegance.
03:38Everyone seems captivated by her, even her co-stars.
03:42Min, this movie has a lot of potential to be a bigot.
03:51I mean, look at these people right here.
03:54The crowd erupts in loud cheers.
03:56Yeah!
03:58The host continues and asks,
04:00You haven't had a flop movie since your big break.
04:04How do you keep your success going?
04:08I hope you won't jinx it.
04:10Everybody laughs.
04:12I don't know, really.
04:14TS has been instrumental to my career from the get-go.
04:18They made it possible for me.
04:20And I'm just thankful for the fans for their constant support.
04:23The fans are cheering for her.
04:28Do you watch your own projects?
04:30I've heard that some actors cringe when they watch themselves.
04:34At first, I did.
04:36But I had to watch myself to improve.
04:39It's like dancing.
04:41To perfect a move, you have to watch yourself in the mirror.
04:45You need to see and feel the movements and expressions that look best.
04:49Whoa.
04:50You're definitely a pro.
04:51And you're only in your third year.
04:54Well, thank you.
04:56TS has a way of building their stars from day one.
05:00I don't know how they do it with the number of projects we're getting.
05:03But I still have a long way to go.
05:06You sure do.
05:07And how is it working with the new star?
05:09This is Ville's first movie.
05:11The fans are cheering loudly for Ville.
05:14An up-and-coming star in her mid-twenties.
05:18She smiles from ear to ear,
05:20waving to the crowd.
05:23What a beauty she is.
05:25She is a rising star.
05:27She is.
05:28She did great in the movie.
05:31Obviously, the fans love her,
05:33which is a huge help in promoting the film.
05:37She has a lot of potential.
05:38I believe her big break is just around the corner.
05:42Some really kind words from Min.
05:44Any response to that, Ville?
05:46I'm ecstatic and speechless at the same time.
05:50Thank you for those kind words.
05:52Ville turns to Min, who nods at her.
05:55I will continue to work hard to entertain the fans with great projects.
06:00The fans cheer for her again.
06:09Min walks through the lobby of TS Entertainment and runs into Victoria and Ville.
06:16Min.
06:16Victoria's phone rings.
06:19One moment, I have to take this call.
06:22Victoria leaves Ville with Min, answering her phone.
06:27Ville greets Min with a nod.
06:30Hi.
06:30It's okay.
06:32You can talk to me.
06:33No need to be formal.
06:33It was great working with you.
06:38I'm sorry.
06:39I can't help it, but you're such a big star.
06:42You bet I am.
06:44Ville's smile fades, not expecting such a bold response from Min.
06:49Good for her.
06:50Min is looking at the walkway ahead of them.
06:54You'll be one too.
06:55Just keep doing your best.
06:57Thank you for those nice words you said back there.
07:01That?
07:02No biggie.
07:03You're under Victoria's wing.
07:05She was with me when I started.
07:08TS knows a star's potential.
07:10They obviously see it in you.
07:13Really?
07:14That's a relief.
07:15I need a job.
07:17I have to support my sister.
07:19You're a breadwinner?
07:21We were orphaned at a young age.
07:24I was working part-time at a grocery store when an agent from TS recruited me.
07:28I really need this job.
07:30Min looks surprised to hear part of Ville's life story.
07:36Victoria returns and calls Min out.
07:39Min, the president would like you to drop by his office.
07:42Again?
07:44He always does that.
07:46We'll go ahead.
07:47Victoria and Ville leave Min behind.
07:51Min watches them leave.
07:54She's the breadwinner, and she seems naive.
07:56She shakes her head, feeling pity for Ville.
08:05Min approaches Sun's office and sees Sun and Barry on their feet, exchanging handshakes.
08:12She pauses.
08:12Who could this perverted client be?
08:17Sun's door opens, and Min sees it.
08:20She moves forward.
08:23Sun and Barry emerge from the office.
08:27Min greets them.
08:28Good afternoon, gentlemen.
08:31The gentlemen turn to her.
08:34Barry's eyes are fixed on her, his jaw dropping.
08:38Min's attention is on Sun.
08:40Victoria said you were looking for me.
08:44Yeah.
08:45I'm just walking my guest out.
08:48Min turns to Barry, faking a smile.
08:52He's six feet zero inches, so she has to look up at him.
08:57He has a fair complexion for a guy, thick eyebrows, and a strikingly handsome face.
09:06Min almost falls for it, staring at his gorgeous face.
09:10But she quickly gathers herself.
09:13In her mind, she thinks.
09:16Pervert.
09:17What a waste.
09:19This is Barry Phillips.
09:21He's a very important client.
09:24Is he?
09:25She extends her hand for a handshake.
09:28It's a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Phillips.
09:32You can call me Min, but you probably know me already.
09:36Barry shakes her hand.
09:38Pleased to meet you.
09:40Sun hasn't talked much about you.
09:43Oh, I meant from the billboards.
09:46She pulls her hand away from his.
09:49Barry gets tongue-tied.
09:51Sun interjects with an awkward laugh.
09:54Barry chuckles along.
09:56Min grins at him.
09:59This is actually how witty Min is in person.
10:01I like that.
10:04A girl with a sense of humor.
10:06He smirks at her, and her grin fades.
10:10Should I walk him out of the building?
10:12No need.
10:13I can find my way out.
10:15Sure you do.
10:17Thanks for dropping by.
10:19Barry nods at the two of them and walks away.
10:23Sun walks back to his office.
10:27Min watches Barry leave, then heads into the office.
10:30Sun sits at his desk as Min walks across the room.
10:42Good job today.
10:44What did I do?
10:46Uh, Bill.
10:47Yeah, of course.
10:49She's next in line, isn't she?
10:52She sits on the couch.
10:53You're only in your third year, so I'm not rushing.
10:59It's just for insurance.
11:01You know how the business works.
11:04You bet.
11:05It's all about the money.
11:08Sun smiles delightfully, sipping his glass of wine.
11:13Min stares at him with a look of disgust on her face.
11:17It's late in the evening, and Bill is finishing up her shoot at an outdoor location.
11:27Her road manager, Chelsea, in her late 20s, accompanies her to the van.
11:37She says goodbye to everyone on set.
11:41Chelsea opens the van door.
11:44Bill gets in, and Chelsea follows suit.
11:46Tonight is a premiere of the first episode.
11:51Was it tonight?
11:53Yeah.
11:54I've been so busy today that I forgot about it.
11:58Bill's phone rings, and she answers it.
12:01Hello?
12:02She listens to the other line.
12:06Really?
12:07Wow.
12:08She seems ecstatic.
12:11Chelsea, watching her, appears to anticipate good news.
12:18She passes the phone to Chelsea.
12:21It's Victoria.
12:23She wants to talk to you.
12:26Chelsea takes the call.
12:28Yes, ma'am.
12:29She listens to the call on the other end.
12:33What?
12:34Whoa.
12:35Okay, I'll arrange your schedule.
12:37Yes, got it.
12:39Chelsea ends the call and hands the phone back to Bill.
12:42Both girls scream in excitement.
12:47Congratulations.
12:50The hard work and sleepless nights are finally starting to pay off.
12:55I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it's going to be a rough week ahead.
13:00What do you mean?
13:01You have one whole week to promote your drama.
13:04But I'm shooting the last episode next week.
13:07That's what I'm talking about.
13:10It's going to be hectic starting next week.
13:12You'll have TV appearances, mall shows, interviews, and endorsement meetings in the following weeks.
13:19Sounds like a lot of work.
13:21You are about to hit your big break.
13:23Welcome to your new world.
13:26But I have to go home the week after next.
13:29It's already been settled.
13:31Good luck with that.
13:32TS won't keep you hidden from the public eye.
13:34Then I'll have to talk to Victoria about it.
13:37It's just for a few days.
13:40Victoria will probably let you.
13:42Since it's already been agreed upon.
13:44But you realize you won't be going alone.
13:47Chelsea, please.
13:48This is the last time.
13:50They won't let you, especially now.
13:53I can take care of myself.
13:55I just need to see my sister.
13:57TS won't let you go alone.
13:59That's how things work here.
14:01Unless you're as big as men.
14:03TS, not you.
14:05Ville.
14:06I know.
14:07But this is the last time, I promise.
14:10I just need some privacy to be with my sister, please.
14:15Okay.
14:15I'll take care of it.
14:17Yes.
14:18Ville hugs Chelsea.
14:20But call me if something comes up.
14:23I'll be fine.
14:24People won't even notice.
14:26That face won't go unnoticed.
14:29Good luck with that.
14:30Ville is happy that she'll finally be able to see her sister after several months.
14:36She's so excited just thinking about it.
14:39It's been four months since they last saw each other.
14:43Ville was busy filming the movie that starred Min.
14:45Min slips into a room, wearing jeans, a t-shirt, and a baseball hat.
15:01The room is occupied by three people.
15:05Jenny, 34, lying on the bed with an intravenous fluid attached to her right arm.
15:11Brian, 36, checking the intravenous fluid.
15:15And Alex, 27, sitting at the bedside.
15:18They all turn to Min.
15:23What are you doing here?
15:25I called her up.
15:28Min takes her hat off and paces towards the bed.
15:31Don't worry.
15:32I made sure nobody followed.
15:34I left my car at the hotel where I met with a client, so they should think I'm still there.
15:39Your place is safe.
15:41Brian seems worried.
15:43Alex couldn't care less.
15:45Meanwhile, Jenny lies sick in bed.
15:47Jenny lies sick in bed.
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