Idol Rising [2]

"So why did you ask to meet me?"

As Human to human, I like a person named Raju.

But the business was different.

No matter how good a person he was, Raju was a member of society who lived a fierce life.

If he called me for the first time in a while and fed me Italian food, I'm sure he didn't call me for a trip down memory lane.

"There must be a reason why I asked to see you today. Honestly, it's probably just an excuse to say you wanted to meet me because you saw my face on the internet."

"That's true."

"What?"

"You're more famous now than you think."

"no way."

"If you look at the level of recognition today, you are around mid-level idol."

"Don't keep putting me on planes."

It was time for me to wave my hand.

"Hello."

"yes?"

I turned my head and saw a woman approaching our table.

She must be in her 20s.

The eyes sparkle as if there is something to be desired.

"Is that correct, a righteous person from Marinlines?"

A righteous person from Marinlines.

I was numb when I saw it in print, but when I heard it in person, I felt ashamed. Raju chuckled at my cringing expression in real time.

"Yes, that's true, but what's going on?"

"Wow, awesome!"

The other person burst into hearty laughter.

"Why, I saw you on the Internet today. It's amazing."

"Oh, yeah…."

"You look better in person."

"Thank you."

"Can I take a picture with you?"

"A picture? yes, I'm okay."

I somehow feel like a celebrity.

Before turning on the camera app, a pictorial photo of the famous idol group Sixty Seconds appeared on the woman's smartphone background screen.

Is she an Idol fan?

As the woman excitedly took out her phone to snap a photo with me, I couldn't help but feel a mix of disbelief and amusement. It was surreal to think that just a few moments ago, I had been contemplating my own insignificance in the grand scheme of things. And yet, here I was, being recognized and admired by a stranger on the street.

With a smile, I leaned in for the photo, posing with the woman as she captured the moment. As the flash went off, I couldn't help but wonder what had brought her to approach me in the first place. Was it simply because she had seen my face on the internet, or was there something more to it?

After the photo was taken, the woman thanked me profusely before hurrying off, leaving me and Raju alone once again.

"Well, that was unexpected," I remarked, feeling a surge of excitement at the unexpected encounter.

Raju chuckled, shaking his head in amusement. "Looks like you're starting to get a taste of what it's like to be a celebrity, huh?"

I laughed, feeling a sense of camaraderie with my friend. "Yeah, I guess so. But enough about me – you still haven't told me why you asked to meet me today."

Raju's expression grew serious as he leaned in, his voice dropping to a low whisper. "I have a proposition for you, something that could change both of our lives forever."

I couldn't help but raised one of my brows at the way he was saying

"Just tell me already, No need to exaggerate the things."

"Haha, Fine. I'll tell you...Join The entertainment-"

"No, Thank you for the offer."

Raju blinked his eyes at my sudden resfusel to his proposal.

"At least listen to me, you basterd."

"What's the point of listing? You want me to become an actor, It's obvious even if you don't say it."

"It's not that!"

"Really?"

Raju paused, his expression shifting from frustration to resignation. "Okay, fine. Yes, I want you to join the entertainment industry, but not as an actor."

I arched an eyebrow, intrigued by his unexpected response. "Then what do you have in mind?"

Raju leaned back in his chair, folding his arms across his chest as he contemplated his next words. "Listen here-

"Wait minute."

"Now what?"

I said as I cut in again before Raju could say anything, He was glaring at me with anoyence in his eyes.

Ignoring Raju glare, I took deep breath, I opened my mouth and said, "It's just that before you say anything, I was thinking about trying to become an Idol again."

"What was that?"

"Some people debut at age of 25, I'm still 21. I know it will be hard but I can take any challenge head on."

"Then what about the exam you have been prapering so hard? Are you going to give up?"

"I'm thinking about to it."

Scratching back of my head I continued

"I told you, 'Im just thinking about becoming an Idol' I'm not sure yet. I haven't decided to what do to with my exam either."

"So, First of all you want to become Idol, Am i right?"

"Hmm?"

Raju's reaction was somehow strange.

I titled my head and looked towards the Raju who started to speaking.

"That's good decision you have made Raj."

"What do you mean?"

"If you want become the Idol come to our company."

"Wait for minute there."

I said as I raised my arms and intrupted Raju.

"What's going on here? Didn't you come here to tell me to become an actor?"

"When did I say that?"

"Huh? Then..."

"Yup, you got it right. That's why you should let person finish what he wants to say before jumping to conclusions," Raju interjected, his tone firm but patient.

Raju then took out his business card from his pocket and handed to me.

[Idol Rising Entertainment Manager Raju Shah]

My eyes widened as I read Raju's new buisness card.

"Manager? Raju, you're the manager of an entertainment company?"

Raju nodded, a proud smile spreading across his face. "That's right. I've been working behind the scenes in the entertainment industry for quite some time now, and I've recently been promoted to manager of Idol Rising Entertainment. It's a big responsibility, but I believe I have what it takes to lead our company to success."

I couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for Raju's achievements. He had always been a driven and ambitious person, and it was clear that his hard work had finally paid off.

"That's amazing, Raju," I said, genuinely impressed. "Congratulations on your promotion."

"Thanks, Raj. But enough about me – let's talk about you," Raju said, redirecting the conversation back to the matter at hand. "I believe you have the potential to become a successful idol, and I want to help you achieve your dreams. Joining Idol Rising Entertainment could be the opportunity you've been waiting for."

I glanced down at the business card in my hand, feeling a mix of excitement and uncertainty. Becoming an idol had always been my dream, but I never imagined that the opportunity would present itself in such a unexpected way.

"I don't know what to say, Raju," I admitted, feeling overwhelmed by the sudden turn of events. "This is all happening so fast."

I was thinking about becoming an Idol' again but this too fast, I didn't think that an opportunity come knocking my doors this quickly.