Daddy Becomes a Top Actor

Chapter 4

With my current phone, I couldn’t confirm the contract that was supposedly sent. So, as soon as I received the text, I moved to the internet cafe I often used.

I really need to change my phone soon...

I found an empty seat and leaned back against the soft backrest. The cool breeze from the air conditioner above quickly relieved my sweat.

This place is heaven...

While enjoying my break, I heard a strange sound next to me.

“Hmm!”

It was Yuna’s voice.

What is she up to this time?

I turned my head to the side to see.

Even without me guiding her, Yuna, who had sat down beside me, was reaching out her short arms to press something. Her tiny fingertips were aiming at the switch to turn on the computer.

“Ehh! Just a little more!”

It was amusing to see her trying to turn on the computer just by stretching her hand, without bothering to sit properly.

‘If you need help, just ask.’

Suppressing my laughter, I reached out to turn on the computer and pulled the chair forward for her.

“Is that okay? If there’s anything you need....”

Yuna’s shoulders drooped, and her adorable lips pouted ike a duck’s.

‘Why is she acting like this?’

Feeling like I might have made a mistake without realizing it, I cautiously asked.

“Wasn’t this what you wanted?”

Yuna’s voice sounded faint.

“Yuna wanted to do it...”

It seemed like she wanted to try turning on the computer by herself. But since I did it first, she seemed a bit upset.

Do kids get upset over things like this?

I couldn’t understand at all.

“You can try next time.”

“But still...”

“Last time you said you liked the game, right? Should I turn it on?”

*Nod Nod*

I quickly moved the mouse to launch the educational game.

As I did, Yuna’s slouched shoulders straightened, and her adorable lips curled into a smile

Kids are indeed simple creatures.

“Alright, it’s on.”

Yuna placed her tiny hand on the mouse and started playing the puzzle game. From an adult’s perspective, it was a puzzle so easy it could make you yawn...

But Yuna’s brow furrowed.

I don’t know, let’s check the email first.

I opened the green window and logged into the account I made last time, then opened my email.

[Congratulations on passing the supporting role audition....] Let’s skip this part... I scrolled down and opened the attached digital contract.

Just as I began to carefully read through it from the first line, Yuna urgently called me.

“Appa! Appa, it turned off.”

“What? I told you not to press X.”

“I didn’t press anything. It turned off.”

Lies.

She must have accidentally pressed something with her clumsy mouse handling.

After restarting the educational game, I focused back on examining the digital contract.

‘...What’s this?’

[150,000 won per episode.]

[If you appear with your daughter, we will double the payment.]

They’re offering this much for just a supporting role?

Seeing the payment and conditions, I stiffened in surprise. The payment was much higher than what I saw in the recruitment notice.

Is this some kind of scam?

It was hard to believe they would offer such an exceptional deal to someone with no experience.

So, doubts began to creep in.

‘Should I call the number from the notice?’

I immediately dialed the contact number of the person in charge from the acting recruitment site where I had submitted my application last time.

“Hello. This is Lee Jun-seo, who passed the supporting role audition. I’m calling about the contents of the contract.”

– Ah, is there a problem?

The kind voice of a young woman tickled my ears.

Even though the person on the other end of the call wasn’t in front of me, I nodded.

“No, it’s because of the high appearance fee.”

As soon as I finished speaking, a faint laugh came from the other end of the phone.

– It’s a decision from above. It’s a striking condition for a newcomer.

So I was surprised....@@@@

– Have your questions been resolved?

“Yes, sorry for the trouble.”

After a brief conversation with the kind representative, I let out a quiet sigh.

Could it be true that they’re offering such a good deal to someone like me, who has no experience?

It’s hard to believe, but it’s true.

Ah, I don’t know. I guess I just have to work hard since I’m getting paid a lot.

After shrugging my shoulders, I looked at Yuna, who was focused on the game.

“Hehehe. This is fun.”

“We’ve played enough games. Shall we go home and rest now?”

“Yes!”

I thought she would refuse, but...

Without any hesitation, Yuna jumped off the chair.

Then, she tightly held my hand.

For the first time, I was surprised when Yuna held my hand, causing my body to tremble.

“Can I... hold your hand?”

Oh, she’s being cautious again....

Because of my actions, Yuna hesitated again and fidgeted with her hand.

‘A good girl.’

It was the effect of fairy tales where bad children are eaten by scary wolves.

She’s truly innocent.

Yuna had a tendency to believe fairy tales like iron.

I shouldn’t read her just anything.

*Beep!*

Just then, the bus we were waiting for arrived. I tapped my bus card and took an empty seat.

“How long do I have to be quiet for?”

Yuna’s whispering made the corners of my mouth rise involuntarily.

“Just until we arrive?”

“Yes....”

“Yuna, if Appa’s knee is uncomfortable, do you want to sit next to me?”

*Shake Shake*

Without hesitation, Yuna raised her head and gripped my hand firmly. Her determination not to leave my side was palpable.

What if she continues to stick to me even when she goes to kindergarten?

I couldn’t help but worry about Yuna’s clingy behavior.

‘Well, whatever...’

When Yuna makes good friends at kindergarten, things will change.

I gently patted Yuna’s back as we admired the ever-changing scenery.

How much time had passed like this?

Before we knew it, we had arrived near our destination.

It didn’t take long from our house.

“Is that the place?”

“Appa, can I talk now?”

I couldn’t help but laugh at Yuna’s still soft-spoken demeanor.

“Haha! Sure, you can.”

I gently set Yuna down on the ground and ruffled her hair.

“Let’s go inside now.”

“Yes!”

Securely holding Yuna’s hand, we slowly made our way into the sky-blue tent.

Just a few days ago, I met with the production staff and stamped the contract.

Normally, there would be a script reading when all the cast members are decided, but...

As I was just a minor role, I didn’t need to have a script reading.

First impressions are important. Let’s not make mistakes.

I could see Director Lee Hansol in the distance.

I confidently approached him.

“Hello, Director Lee Hansol. I’m Lee Jun-seo.”

He just looked at me in silence.

He didn’t say anything.

“Oh, Yuna. You should say hello.”

“Hello. I’m Yuna.”

The director’s expression remained unchanged upon seeing Yuna. He simply alternated his gaze between Yuna and me with an indifferent demeanor.

“Director?”

“...If you’re done with the greetings, you may leave.”

I wasn’t disappointed by Director Lee Hansol’s brusque attitude.

I already knew that he only acknowledges greetings from people he likes. He only responds to greetings from those he likes in a perfunctory manner.

‘He’s still the same even though he’s getting older.’

I thought that if we spent a little more time together, he might speak more comfortably and even joke around like before.

I forced my smile down and bowed deeply.

“Yes, understood. Yuna, let’s go.”

“Yes.”

Yuna’s sunny smile had turned as stiff as a rock.

“What’s wrong? Are you hurt somewhere?”

*Shake Shake*

“Are you scared of the director?”

*Nod Nod*

I smiled and quickly hugged the sulky Yuna.

“The director is just a bit shy expressing himself like that.”

“Really?”

“Yes, he’s actually very kind.”

“Oh, I see.”

As we walked aimlessly, I looked around for senior colleagues to greet.

“It might be awkward to greet them if we’re late. Where could they be?”

That’s when it happened.

A peculiar middle-aged woman was approaching us briskly.

That person is undoubtedly...

With sharp features like a top predator.

Lips that seem to drip blood.

She looked exactly like Yu Seol-hwa, the lead actress of the sitcom.

“...”

Swallowing dry saliva, I ran towards the senior and bowed my head.

“Hello, senior!”

“Yes. But... who are you?”

Without trembling, I confidently replied to the questioning.

“I’m playing the short cameo role as Lee Jun-seo this time.”

“Oh, the one who’s appearing with a child?”

“Yes, that’s right. Please take care of me.”

“...”

Lowering her head, she stared intently at Yuna, her eyebrows twitching slightly.

‘Perhaps she doesn’t like children?’