Legendary Superstar-Chapter 80 : Growing Closer (2)

2 days after.

The sun shone brightly over the entire island, showing the vast and endless ocean. The wave's comforting sound sounded as it gently crashed against the shore. Seagulls also soared above, their sound blending with the sound of the ocean breeze.

It was the perfect day to film on the beach.

Minjae and Yura arrived early on the set. They were dressed in casual and summery outfits that perfectly matched the lighthearted tone of today's scene.

Unlike the scenes they had filmed before, wherein they had to exert extra effort with their emotion, today, it will be different.

For the whole day, their scenes were meant to show the blossoming connection between their characters. It would be sweet, as if they were really just getting to know each other.

Director Hwang, who standing by the monitors, clapped his hands together. He was also wearing a summer outfit to match the location. He was also wearing a cap and sunglasses to protect his face from the sun.

"Alright, today's scene is simple but important," he started. "I want that natural chemistry between the two of you. Think of this as just date, a moment where your characters will start to see each other in a different light."

"Got it, Director." Yura nodded enthusiastically.

"I understand." Minjae, who was adjusting the sleeves of his lightweight button-up, smirked slightly.

"Alright. If you two are ready, then get to your own spot. Show a sign, and the cameras will start rolling."

With the words from Director Hwang, Minjae and Yura stood under the scorching sun. It took them a few minutes to collect themselves under the heat. When they were ready, they gave the okay sign.

"Scene 343. Take one. Ready... Set... Action!"

The scene began with Minjae and Yura's characters walking along the shoreline. They were barefoot, with their bare feet sinking slightly into the warm sand. The water lapped at their ankles, cooling their feet against the midday heat.

Yura, picked up a small seashell and held it up to the sunlight. The cameras zoomed in closer to her face before she turned to Minjae. Her eyes were twinkling with curiosity.

"Taeyung, do you believe that seashells carry the whispers of the ocean?" Yura asked as she innocently placed the shell against her ear.

Minjae tilted his head, watching her amusedly.

"Whispers?"

"Mm," Yura nodded. "My grandmother used to say that if you listen closely to these shells, you can hear the voice of the sea."

Minjae raised an eyebrow, skeptical about it.

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"You actually believe that?" he questioned, his expression turning a little surprised.

Yura nodded as her eyes turned playful. She stretched her out and said, "Try it."

Minjae acted as if he was hesitating. Though in the end, he still obliged. He held the shell carefully on his hands and brought it closer to his ears.

There was a brief moment of silence before he blinked and looked at her, dead serious.

"I think I hear something," he said, quiet confused about it.

Yura leaned in, her eyes widening slightly.

"Really?"

"Yeah…" Minjae turned to her, the corner of his lips were curling into a small smirk. "It's saying that you're really gullible."

"Hey!"

Yura gasped out loud, pulling the shell back out of Minjae's hands.

Minjae laughed out loud as he quickly stepped back before she could swat at him.

The camera captured the natural flow of their playful banter. Everything was seamlessly doing well.

The shooting continued on. The two talked about a lot of things. As they continued to stroll down the beach, their conversation shifted into something deeper.

"Why do you like the ocean so much?" Minjae asked, glancing at Yura.

Yura was looking at the horizon, a small smile playing in her lips. She remained silent for a moment as if she was thinking before answering.

"Because it's endless. It makes me feel… small, but in a good way. Like no matter what happens, the ocean will always be here, unchanged."

Minjae studied her for a moment before looking out at the water himself. He was stunned by the answer.

"That's… surprisingly deep."

Yura chuckled. "Of course."

A comfortable silence settled between them as they walked further down the beach. The scene continued in one take.

As the scene progressed, Minjae and Yura became more comfortable with each other. The conversation between Minjae and Yura flowed naturally, and the chemistry between them was evident with each exchange.

Then, in a completely unscripted moment, Minjae suddenly bent down and picked up a smooth and flat stone from the sand.

'What is he suddenly doing?' Yura blinked in surprise. That wasn't in the script.

Her natural reaction was captured perfectly by the cameras— the way her eyes became curious from playful as she watched Minjae closely.

Minjae, as if unfazed by his own improvisation, weighed the stone in his palm before tossing it into the ocean with a small flick of his wrist. The stone skipped once across the surface before sinking into the water.

"Not bad," Minjae muttered, nodding in approval.

Yura stared at him for a moment before her lips curled into an amused smile. She decided to play along.

"Is that fun?" she asked, raising an eyebrow.

"Try it." Minjae grinned before nodding excitedly.

Yura exhaled, bending down to pick up a stone herself. She mimicked Minjae's earlier action and threw it toward the water. However, the stone sank immediately without skipping.

"Forget it…" she immediately regretted her decision. "That wasn't fun at all."

Minjae laughed out loud.

"I know right? You're terrible at this."

"Excuse me? I wasn't even trying."

"Then try again."

Yura huffed, but picked up another stone. She was determined this time. She adjusted her stance, flicked her wrist, and threw it again.

Plop!

It was another failure.

Minjae laughed harder this time, his shoulders shaking.

"Wow. That was even worse."

Yura whirled on him, eyes narrowing.

"Fine! Teach me then, oh great stone-skipping master."

The staff, who had been watching the scene unfold in confusion, exchanged glances.

"Wait… this isn't in the script, is it?" one of the assistant directors whispered.

"No, but…"

"…It's actually kind of good."

Director Hwang, who had been sitting in his chair with a puzzled expression, watched the two actors bantering with genuine amusement. The way Yura's frustration contrasted Minjae's teasing confidence made the scene feel even more natural.

Instead of yelling cut, he leaned into the monitor.

"Let's keep rolling," he murmured.