Lord Of Dying Smoke - Chapter 242



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The King of Death Smoke Episode 242

The Last Masterpiece and the Final Choice (15)

‘They’re all crazy… .’

Ten minutes ago, director David Finch was shivering in the audience.

As I was shaking, a memory came to mind.

One day, a reporter asked him this question:

“Why do you only write about people dying?”

To which David replied, “Because that is the best way to bring out the madness in humans.”

This interview was so hilarious that people were saying, “This is crazy, lol.”

Perhaps in reaction to such ridicule, Director David’s pride became even more arrogant.

‘You guys don’t know art! Art is madness!’

He considered himself a master of expressing madness, was arrogant in many places, and even deliberately caused trouble here and there.

It was in a similar vein that had been blustering about needing to be recognized just a few hours earlier.

He believed that such eccentricity would aid his exploration of madness.

‘They’re all crazy… .’

But it wasn’t until today that David Finch realized.

His madness was fake.

I didn’t know that a puppy could be so scary.

True madness lay far beyond his understanding… .

‘Seo Bom is crazy… Louis is crazy… Only crazy people can do something like that in front of tens of millions of people… .’

‘But even they are fake… .’

‘Kang, compared to that actor, everyone else is just bland…!’

He trembled alone in the audience that was filled with excitement.

Are you serious?

Is that crazy actor really happy that this is the perfect ending?

Even looking at those faces, where bewilderment and bewilderment are slowly turning into murderous expressionless expressions?!

‘I, I was presumptuous… .’

It was a season of enlightenment.

Following Kang Min, Director David also eventually came to his senses.

I couldn’t help but get it.

‘What kind of madness is this? I’m better suited to making a movie for kids like .’

‘Yeah, and I see, there was a proposal like that. I should meet that production company right away.’

‘No, first of all, I should apologize for the trouble I caused on SNS. Haven’t I been so rude to the agency up until now?’

Even if he tried to imitate it poorly for a hundred days, how could he compare to the madman laughing out loud over there? David finally realized the path he had to take.

It was a great ending.

In fact, it might be said that this was the only good ending in this place.

The rehabilitated director David would have been a truly humble and polite person, even meticulous enough to be praised by everyone he met.

But, well, the world doesn’t leave such a happy ending alone.

How long after that realization, a group of people came to David.

It was Agent Smith and his friends, wearing black suits and black sunglasses.

They asked in a heavy voice.

“Are you director David Finch?”

“Oh, that’s right… but… why…?”

“I heard you said you weren’t the type to stay in such a shabby place. I’ll take you to a more comfortable place.”

“Yes… Yes…?”

Just a few hours ago, it was something I had naturally wanted.

But now, it was something I desperately wanted to avoid.

There was something so dirty and suspicious about it.

David laughed awkwardly, sweating profusely.

“Oh, I don’t think that’s something like that.”

“I will serve you.”

“Ahem, I find this more comfortable… .”

“I will serve you.”

“Ah, ah! This person here is Director Kim Chul! Of course you’ve heard of him! Wouldn’t it be better to invite such a great person rather than me?!”

“There’s no one here.”

“yes…?”

David looked to the side.

There was no one.

The evasive maneuvers of the legendary director and partner of the Emperor were, as always, perfect.

Agent Smith took off his sunglasses.

A face that was almost murderous was revealed.

“I will serve you.”

“… … .”

Director David was dragged away without saying a word.

* * *

Naturally, Kang Min’s bombshell statement was not discussed with anyone internally.

An emergency meeting was held, and the judges unanimously expressed their dissatisfaction.

Because of the favor and evaluation that had been built up towards Kang Min, he would have overturned the table immediately if it was any other opponent. If Kang Min’s role in decreases, what will happen?

“The damage won’t be great. You all saw today’s audition, right?”

Kang Min confidently convinced them.

“Once you see that, your expectations will only increase, not decrease! Weren’t those the kind of works that you’d expect!”

“Hmm.”

“That’s true, but….”

The judges agreed, but still looked lukewarm.

Kang Min continued, “Huh?”

“And, I didn’t just say I would reduce the weight without thinking about it. I have a new plan.”

“hmm?”

“I’m going to create a new work in the worldview in which I appear. It might seem strange, but I’m sure it will be a great work.”

“Hoo.”

“Hmm…!”

This statement worked.

All the judges changed their attitudes in an instant.

Although it is hard to understand, everything that Kang Min has pushed for has been successful. Even the immediate removal of the entire spaceship set – Director Penelope insisted that she had consulted with Kang Min – ended up being the starting point for an absurd success.

Kang Min himself boasts that ‘this will be a great work’. What kind of a terrifying work is this!

The judges looked at each other for a moment.

The worry didn’t last long.

Soon, CEO Peter Jaylen stood up and banged his desk.

“I believe it! What kind of support can we provide to make it a success? How much production staff and funding is needed?”

“It doesn’t matter at all.”

“hmm?”

“People, just give me one person.”

Five minutes later, a director was delivered.

Director David closed his eyes tightly as he saw the industry’s most respected seniors looking down on him.

‘You said it was a comfortable seat…!’

The meeting continued for exactly two more minutes.

“David, do you remember me? Hahaha!”

“Oh, of course, Director Henry… .”

“Hmm, and I see that you belong to a place that has close ties to our CAE. It’s late to meet you.”

“Yes, yes. Representative Jaylen… .”

Naturally, it was an offer that Director David could not refuse… .

* * *

-This concludes the three rounds of auditions.

– It was a project that no one had ever attempted before. A series where actors from all over the world gathered together and their strengths were combined again… .

-Of course, it doesn’t end today! It will continue into Season 2 and Season 3!

“Waaa …

The finale was spectacular.

The awards ceremony was a little more extravagant.

As the lights flashed and fireworks went off, the production crew hurriedly cut off the gold beads from the winner’s trophy and took out the prototype to fix it.

If you look closely, you can see the tea, but the enthusiastic audience already had good faces. The trophy statue has no hands? Well, I guess that’s the concept!

Naturally, there was only one person who could hand over the trophy to the glorious winner.

-Actor Kang will personally present the trophy!

Once again the cheers echoed.

‘so….’

And then, director David, who was on the stage, thought blankly.

‘Why am I here…?’

I couldn’t figure it out.

David couldn’t know for sure, but somehow he had to watch this horrible situation from the first row.

Kang Min received a trophy from the host. Instead of calling his opponent, he strode over to them.

The first batter was Seo Bom.

To David, it looked like he was barely managing to keep his mouth trembling.

Kang Min shook hands with Seo Bom with a deeply moved expression on his face and then handed her the trophy.

“Congratulations to actress Seo Bom for your joint win. As a long-time friend, I am truly proud of you.”

“…thank you.”

“I have never been in a position to evaluate actress Seo Bom, but I think I have only now. The scene you showed me today was really impressive.”

“… … What kind of impression do I have?”

“Of course, it is an insight into human emotions! The judges said Spinozana or Santayana, but I don’t want to give it that name. It was Seo Bom’s insight into love.”

“… … .”

“It’s an honor to be here! I’m already jealous of the insight of the person you’re talking about, haha!”

Kang Min laughed heartily.

Seobom remained silent and stared at the trophy.

To David, it looked like Seobom wanted to just smash his own head against the trophy.

David’s legs were shaking.

But the awards ceremony didn’t end there.

The next trophy was presented to thunderous applause.

Kangmin smiled brightly and headed to the next opponent.

“Congratulations to actress Aislinn Lewis, too. That was a truly impressive performance.”

“…Thank you.”

“I remember when we first met at the awards ceremony. I remember you had a little problem, but I think it’s going to be resolved now.”

“What do you mean by solution…?”

“Of course it’s today’s performance! The expression Sinclair meeting Damien is not an exaggeration!”

“… … .”

“The reconciliation of oneself with oneself, the unconscious and the sign, the hint of the path, so that good and evil, desire, and even love were on the stage… What actor could deconstruct himself like that? It was an honor to be his friend.”

Kang Min laughed heartily.

Aislin remained silent and stared at the trophy.

To David, it looked like Aislin was thinking of just throwing the trophy away and smashing it.

David’s legs were shaking.

But, unfortunately, the awards ceremony didn’t end there.

Kang Min paused for a moment and then opened his mouth.

“This time, well, it’s more like an award of merit, and I’m not sure if the timing is right. But I believe that the audience will have no objection to handing over this trophy now. Because she has had a greater influence on this project than I have, and more than anything, she is the real protagonist of the play you saw. So I and the production team decided that she should also share the honor as a participant. Actress Penelope Olsen.”

Once again, cheers erupted.

While Kang Min continued to pour out his words of wisdom, Director Penelope quietly looked at the trophy with a murderous gaze.

To David, it seemed like she was considering just hitting Kangmin in the head with the trophy.

David’s legs have now degenerated to the point where they are almost crab-like… .

‘Why…!’

‘Why on earth am I here, watching this horrifying sight…!’

He shut his eyes tightly.

I was resentful of the world.

I became convinced that if I could just escape from here, I could live as honestly and diligently as possible.

More so than any other young people in any peninsula country counting their days in retirement.

but,

─Despite all this horror, the tragedy of director David Finch was not over yet.

Kang Min cleared his throat and declared.

“This concludes the audition process! Please give a big round of applause to all the actors once again!”

Waaaa …

“And, I’d like to take this opportunity to announce some news! It’s about my partner!”

Wow… ?

“To my surprise, director David Finch willingly agreed to partner with Kang Min Lee! As a result, a new omnibus film separate from will be produced!”

Waaaa …

There was the loudest cheering and applause so far.

The reason was that because the atmosphere was so excited, there were many people who raised their voices without thinking.

Kangmin! Kangmin!

Pinch! Pinch!

Partner! Partner!

Director David was dragged onto the stage by Agent Smith’s hand. The cheers grew louder.

But director David wasn’t happy at all.

No, rather, my back was soaked with cold sweat.

Well, that was because the three people who couldn’t become his ‘partners’ were glaring at him expressionlessly from behind.

ah,

I see

─Is it because of you?

‘no….’

Kangmin! Kangmin!

Lynch! Lynch!!

‘Don’t do that… .’

partner!

partner!

‘If this continues, we’ll all die…!’

partner!

partner!

‘We’re all going to die…!’

It was a terrible ending for a brief moment of anger on SNS, but hey, that’s the way the world works.

The cheering audience.

The judges are pleased.

Director David is trembling with emotion.

Three actresses who look warmly at Kang Min’s life partner─

Kangmin was now happy.

‘Everything is perfect!’

like that,

The curtain came down on the stage with Kang Min’s refreshing laugh.

And then, three years passed.