Chapter 84: Do not Present Your True Colours

Dont Present Your True Colours

Yoomyeong delved deeply into the interior world of the character Lee Bang-won.

When he was seven years outdated,

A story from the capital, Kaesong, left a deep impression on the exceptionally vibrant little one.

It was a heroic story just like a fairy story.

Theres a person named Jeong Mong-ju in Kaesong. On his manner again from Beijing, the place he had been despatched as a Chief Envoy to the Ming dynasty, his ship was wrecked by a storm. Together with the official document keeper, 12 folks died. And but, he survived for 13 days on a rocky island whereas ravenous. Even in that excessive scenario, he stored the letter from the Emperor of Ming dry, holding it shut inside his clothes.

Wow, actually?

Its spectacular, proper? When the Emperor of Ming heard about this, he despatched a ship to rescue him. Regardless of being emaciated from extended starvation, he calmly carried out the correct rituals. The Emperor of Ming extremely praised the loyalty of the Goryeo folks upon seeing this.

How thrilled would a sensible little one within the northeastern border city of Hwaryeong be with such heroics and tales of the glamorous capital Kaesong and its outstanding figures?

Nevertheless, that wasnt all.

When he was 12, Jeong Mong-ju added one other wonderful story of diplomacy.

After criticizing Lee In-Ims pro-Yuan insurance policies, Jeong Mong-ju was dismissed and exiled. Even after being launched from exile, he didnt return to the middle of energy.

In September of the yr he was launched, he volunteered to be an envoy and crossed to Japan as a Bobingsa (Diplomatic Emissary).

At the moment, Japan was perceived as a den of barbarians, the place envoys have been ceaselessly captured or executed. His political opponents have been delighted when he volunteered as an envoy, hoping he would by no means return.

Nevertheless, he returned the subsequent yr with hundreds of captives and slaves on his ship.

Tales of his heroism unfold all through the nation.

Rumors unfold that he sat down with the tandai (regional governor), Imagawa Ryshun, in Kyushu and defined the loyalty and pursuits between the 2 nations. Ryshun was reportedly impressed by Jeongs excellent character and information.

Japanese monks allegedly flocked to him each day to listen to his poetry, making him a legend.

This incident elevated his status and marked his resurgence in central politics.

He was a person of nice studying and diplomacy, unparalleled in his period.

In fact, Bang-won couldnt assist however idolize such a determine over time.

When Bang-won moved to the capital metropolis of Kaesong throughout his early teenagers, he expressed his want to be mentored by Jeong Mong-ju to his cultured and chic stepmother, Woman Kang.

Bang-won needs for it.

Even when hes recognized me because the days of Seondeokrang, thats going to be a tough favor to ask

The trainer at present mentoring the youngsters says that Bang-wons intelligence is phenomenal. Wouldnt he obtain nice issues if hes underneath a great mentor?

Properly, it appears our household would possibly produce its first prime scholar within the civil service examination. If my spouse says so, then Ailing make a request.

Because of her assist and Lee Seong-Gyes request, the assembly with Jeong Mong-ju was organized.The supply of this content material nov(el)bi((n))

How excited should the younger Lee Bang-won have been at his first assembly with the eras best scholar?

And his expectations weren’t upset by the piercing logic and rhetoric of Kaesongs most distinguished scholar.

Keen and clever, Bang-won was showered with expectations and steerage, as if one thing nice was anticipated of him.

Admiring such a scholar, politician, and particular person, he took Jeong Mong-ju as his function mannequin. Then, sooner or later, their conferences abruptly stopped.

He disappeared with out even a farewell.

Suppressing his rising resentment, the 14-year-old boy should have struggled to objectively assess the scenario, simply as his trainer had taught him.

And, after some time

He realized that even their relationship may change primarily based on political stancesa harsh logic.

Right now was the day when Lee Bang-won and Jeong Mong-ju, who left a major mark on his life, would meet once more after two years.

Burying all of the resentment, longing, expectations, and disappointments in his coronary heart,

He placed on a diplomats smile on his face,

Uh one thing like an elegantly wrapped time bomb?

The director raised his eyebrows as if asking for additional rationalization.

For the primary time in his life, Bang-won confronted the determine he admired and yearned for, and the one who left him. I lined that multitude of explosive feelings with a skinny however robust wrap.

What sort of wrapping?

The wrapping and facade of social angle.

A social demeanor.

A sociable smile.

A politician by no means reveals their true colours except once they function a way to an finish.

That was what his grasp had taught him.

So he grew up following his lecturers classes, solely to face in opposition to him as an adversary.

The director started to really feel enthusiastic about how his movie would end up after seeing the rookie actor delve deeper into his function.

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Did he simply say OK?

Sure

Wow that gave me goosebumps.

The trio from yesterdays soju gathering witnessed this scene.

Bae Geohyeong got here to observe the rookies first capturing whereas having his make-up completed. In the meantime, Min Gyeong-Guk and Kim Jin-Beom didnt have a shoot at present.

The rookie actor, who had calmly appeared for his first shoot, had politely greeted them every time they met. That they had patted his again and informed him to not be too nervous.

However to their shock, he completed his first shoot in a single take. They have been all left speechless.

For a waist-up shot, please!

Because the digicam was adjusted for an additional dimension of the identical scene, Director Son approached Shin Yoomyeong and patted his shoulder fortunately whereas chatting.

The three actors gaped in disbelief on the scene.

What number of takes did it take to your first shoot with Director Son, actor Min?

Uhh no remark.

How about you, actor Kim?

I I feel it was seven or eight occasions It was as a result of I used to be nervous! You understand how infamous Director Son is on set. How can somebody not be nervous of their first shoot?

Proper However its not nearly not being nervous

Bae Geohyeong blinked his eyes in amazement.

I cant take my eyes off him. Was there ever an actor with such a fascinating presence at that age?

Even with out contemplating his age, there arent many like that. Now I perceive why Hansung was so enthusiastic about him.

His demeanor could be very well mannered, however his eyes are attempting to overpower his opponent. Thats precisely the sensation that Lee Bang-won provides off.

He did properly on the studying day, however its like hes a totally totally different particular person through the precise shoot. We have to step up our recreation, or we is likely to be overshadowed by our junior.

However whos shopping for the drinks?

Isnt it Geohyeong hyung? What number of NGs did he wager on once more? Ten?

Shh! You guys Properly, Ailing purchase the drinks, however you two arent precisely winners both. Didnt you wager on 5 and eight NGs? Its just like the pot calling the kettle black.

Proper. However lets have these drinks later. I out of the blue really feel the urge to apply.

The uncles, who have been extra like pleasant neighborhood uncles, cheerfully applauded the younger actors efficiency.

However deep down, they werent as relaxed.

Earlier than they have been someones senior, they have been additionally actors who didnt wish to lose to anybody in performing.

As they dispersed, the capturing continued.

And within the subsequent scene, Director Son realized the true which means behind Yoomyeongs phrases about social angle after seeing Lee Bang-wons expression with out its facade.

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