Legendary Superstar

The next three days passed by quickly like a wind. They continued to play various games and complete challenges, with different teams each day.

Finally, on the last day of shooting, the cast gathered once more around the courtyard. Cameras lined up in front of them, shooting the overall scene. There was a little air of sadness around as they were already filming the ending of the episode.

"We would like to thank our guest here for joining us on this short trip." Jaesung let the 4 guests take the middle spot.

The rest of the cast clapped their hands and cheered a little.

"Before we wrap up, do you have anything to say to the viewers?"

Minjae took a small step forward, and a polite yet confident smile slowly showed up on his face. He glanced at the other three before facing the camera. He waved his hands before starting to talk.

"Hello, everyone. First of all, thank you so much for watching and supporting us throughout this episode." Minjae's eyes gleamed under the soft sunlight.

"We had an amazing time here, and I think I can speak for all of us when I say that this experience was both challenging and incredibly fun."

"Definitely," Yura also spoke with a cheerful grin.

"We're really grateful to the staff and everyone who worked hard behind the scenes to make this trip memorable. And of course, to all of you who will be watching this special episode. thank you so much!" she continued before letting Jihoon take the lead.

"We hope you enjoyed watching us struggle and succeed," Jihoon added, the playful tone of his voice was drawing laughs from the staff and cast alike. "Even if me and Seojin didn't win most of the games, I think we won at making everyone laugh."

"That's for sure," Jaesung called out from the back, causing everyone to laugh even more.

Seojin, who was standing beside Jihoon, looked a little shy but still, her voice became steady when she spoke.

"Thank you for having us. It's been a really great experience, and… I think I learned a lot, too. Both from the games and from everyone here."

"Nicely said," Taekwon complimented with a proud nod.

Minjae smiled at Seojin's words before continuing.

"Aside from this variety show special, we're all here to promote our upcoming drama, 'The Star's Secret'." His voice grew more passionate as he said those words.

"We've worked really hard to bring these characters and their stories to life. And we're excited to share it with everyone soon."

"Please look forward to it!" Yura added with a bright grin. "It's going to be released on the second week of January for the drama festival, so make sure to mark your calendars!"

"Yeah, and trust me, you don't want to miss it," Jihoon said followed by a wink and a wacky face.

"We hope you'll enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed filming it." Seojin smiled widely and nodded.

After the promotions were done, Jaesung stepped forward, giving the younger actors an encouraging smile.

"Well said, everyone. Thank you for joining this trip with us."

"And I'm sure the viewers will enjoy watching your drama too," Ha-dong added as he patted their backs. "You all did great."

"Thank you, Seniors," Minjae responded, bowing slightly. "And to everyone here—thank you so much for guiding us and making this experience unforgettable."

The rest of the cast also bid their goodbyes to the camera.

"Alright. Cut!"

The cameras continued to roll for a few more seconds before the PD signaled that filming was officially over.

Applause erupted from the staff and cast.

"Ah… it's really over, huh?" Jihoon sighed dramatically, stretching his arms above his head. "I'm going to miss this."

"Me too," Yura agreed, her expression a mixture of joy and nostalgia. "It felt like a mini-vacation."

"Except we were working the whole time," Seojin remarked with a shy smile.

"But it was fun," Minjae said, his voice warm. "I think this will be something we'll all remember for a long time."

Minjae knew that this experience would really get into the three's hearts since it was their first variety show. He just hoped that they learned a lot from it since it was a good experience.

The group continued to chat and exchange their final goodbyes with each other while the staff began packing up some of the shooting equipment. Some of the cast members exchanged phone numbers, promising to keep in touch even after the show aired.

After a few more minutes, the courtyard started to be empty.

"Make sure to rest well, okay?" Hana said, gently patting Yura's shoulder. "You've all worked really hard."

"Thank you, Hana unnie," Yura responded with a shy smile. "It was really nice working with you."

Ha-dong grinned at Jihoon and Seojin. "You two were hilarious the whole time. I wouldn't be surprised if you gain a lot of fans from this episode."

"Hopefully, they'll remember me for something other than failing at games," Jihoon chuckled, scratching his head.

"No, really. You made it so entertaining," Minsuk chimed in with a laugh. "Don't be too hard on yourself."

"It was a lot of fun working with everyone. Thank you, seniors," Seojin said with a deep bow, her voice soft but sincere.

"Let's do this again sometime," Taekwon added, his usual stern expression softening as he extended his hand to Minjae. "You were impressive throughout. Good luck with your drama."

"Thank you, hyung," Minjae replied, shaking his hand firmly. "It was a pleasure working with all of you. And I hope we'll all meet again whether on another show or somewhere else."

One by one, they exchanged farewells, their words were heartfelt. Even though it was only a short trip, they felt the bonds they had formed were genuine.

As they parted ways, Minjae lingered a little, watching the others depart. Yura and Seojin waved at him as they walked toward their own vehicles, Jihoon dragging his feet in exhaustion but still managing to flash a playful grin.

The courtyard grew quieter as the staff continued their packing. With a deep breath, Minjae glanced down at his phone, looking at the time.

2:13 pm…

He had just enough time to make it.

The look on his face changed. His relaxed and cheerful expression was replaced by determination.

"Now," he muttered to himself, pocketing his phone and adjusting his jacket. "Time to go to the audition."