The K-Pop Dream

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While most in the theatre, including Hora who hadn't even been a part of shooting, were clearly aware of the contents of the Man from nowhere, with the progress of the story, they could nonetheless find themselves drawn in to the epic tale of a reclusive ex-secret agent whose only meaningful relationship in the world is a halting friendship with a 10 year old girl.

Unlike the original version where the seriously talent child actor was underutilised, I seeked to tone down the cartoonishness of it all mixing in slice of life aspects in the Jason borne like character, giving it the gritty flaws of man.

One hour fourty minutes later, the film unwittingly ended and once the last line of ending titles disappeared, everyone's breath was taken as silence fills the room.

"Daebak!" Screams one of the attendees which leads through as much applause as they could manage.

Cha Bo, pats me on the shoulder as I turn around, "I really have to admit. I could never have made a movie like this. Dylan I think I should congratulate you. This is going to be big!"

"Thanks Bo. I wouldn't have been able to do it without your help" I respond with a warm smile.

I had intended to throw a small party to celebrate, but Hora concerned for my health drags me home under slight protest.

Everyone was however in agreement, their director had overexerted himself for a month, he needed to rest. His unshaven and tired face were testament to that exact idea.

The next step was to plan the film's release. Since I'd have to go the Eyeris preview tomorrow, It might be a good opportunity to partner up with Sony Korea's Distribution department. Although I'd have to share some of the profits, I didn't really have a choice as I didn't have the channels available.

Hora had obtained her licence recently so she drove us home.

Once home, I put the usb with a copy of the film away, diving on my bed, unwilling to open even a single eye.

Seeing me, out cold with my head plunged into the sheets, Hora utters a slight sigh taking off my jacket and shoes, before covering me with a blanket and getting out of the room.

On the desk in the study, Hora once more picks up a book on the subject "basic music theory". And begins studying once more.

…..

When I finally wake, I don't know how long had passed, it was around noon when Hora had asked if I wanted something to eat. However, I groggily refused and fell asleep again. When I woke up again, it was already dark.

Turning on the lights in the lounge, the wall clock reads past nine.

Although I haven't been home in over a month, this place was surprisingly clean. Seems like my little Rabbit was keeping herself busy.

Noticing the study light still on, with faint sounds of writing, I make my way over to the room opening the door slowly.

I see Hora, with a frown on her face sitting with her feet crossed on top of the chair, a pen in hand and wearing a gold frame glasses anxiously trying to understand what she is reading.

Making my way behind her, I walk over kissing her on the cheek, "Good evening" I say as I wrap myself around her shoulder.

"You stink! Go take a shower, I'll fix you something to eat"

"Five more minutes, I need to recharge"

"Fine" She agrees

Not long thereafter I turn towards the bathroom and after half an hour. I am fully showered and shaved.

When I come back to the living room, with a towel wrapped around my neck, Hora is setting up the table.

"Fried rice?"

"You said you liked it, so I deliberately made it" Hora answers with a smile, as her face fills with joy looking at her beloved eating so voraciously.

"So how was it?" She asks

"The best… My Mom in law would be proud"

"Who says, I'm going to marry you!" She playfully retorts.

"Hmmm… I guess I'll have to convince Mr Bae first."

"And what about me?"

Shaking my head, "That's easy."

"Oh really now?"

"Yeah, I have this effect on women named Choo, you see."

"Pssh as if"

We chuckle slightly, before I ask: "So how was the film?"

Taking a second she thinks: "The best… seriously. I was really shocked, that you… were able to do that."

Some pride fills me up, "And who was the one, that questioned whether I even know how to press record?"

"I'm sorry okay" She says sarcastically before suddenly adding, "I missed this" with a soft whisper

Looking up in slight surprise, she repeats again "I missed you" as her eyes start to water.

I guess being alone took a tole on her.

"I missed you too" I answer as I get off my chair and envelope her in the tightest of hugs. Before kissing her tears away.

"You know I missed something else too?" I sneaky smile slowly forms on my face.

"What?" She asks

"Try guessing"

Quickly picking her up into a princess carry, I speedily drag her to the bedroom where I lay her down facing her while on top.

"Do you know what I missed now?"

Her face turns from surprise to embarrassment, "I … haven't showered yet"

"It's fine.. I love your taste"

"But …. What about the dishes?"

"We can do it in the morning"

"The dishes?"

"And something else"

"You damn rascal!!" She says before I silence her with my lips.