Legendary Superstar-Chapter 111: The Last Heir

Minjae had just finished drying his hair when he heard a knock on his door. He glanced at the clock and realized that Donghyun was early.

With a sigh, he tossed the towel onto the couch and walked over to open the door.

"You're early, Hyung," Minjae said, raising an eyebrow as he let Donghyun in.

Donghyun grinned and held up the script.

"What can I say? I was too excited to see your reaction over the script."

Minjae shut the door behind him, watching as Donghyun made himself comfortable on the couch. He sat down across from him, his gaze falling to the script in the man's hands.

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"So," Minjae leaned forward, "what's so special about this one, Hyung? You really seemed to be eager for it" Minjae asked, curiosity lacing the tone of his voice.

It was the first time that he had seen Donghyun really interested in a script. Even in his past life, he wasn't like that, so he wondered what changed.

Donghyun's smirk grew wider.

"I was hoping you'd ask that." He gently tossed the script onto the table between them. "Read the title."

Minjae picked it up and scanned the front page. His eyes narrowed slightly.

"The Last Heir."

Minjae's fingers traced over the bold letters on the cover. The title alone had weight. It wasn't hard to guess that this wasn't just some lighthearted romance or slice-of-life drama. There was something deeper here.

He glanced up at Donghyun.

"What's it about?"

Donghyun leaned forward, resting his elbows on his knees. He had already looked at the script's overview.

"It's a historical drama with a thriller twist. The story follows a young nobleman, who was presumed dead after his family was massacred. He returns under a new identity to reclaim his birthright."

Minjae's grip on the script tightened slightly as he listened to it.

"The protagonist, Han Siwoo, was the sole survivor of his family so you might know now where this story will get," Donghyun uttered.

Meanwhile, Minjae flipped through a few pages, scanning the lines of dialogue. It was rich, poetic, and intense.

"It's a story about revenge, power struggles, and deception so there will be a lot of battles between wits and emotion. I say it's the complete opposite of what you will show in your first drama.

"I see…" Minjae nodded in understanding.

"But now, here's the interesting part," An unknown emotion flickered in Donghyun's eyes as he said those words. He leaned back on the couch and asked, "Guess who's also eyeing this role?"

Minjae didn't even need to think. He already knew.

'So that's why Donghyun was so interested in this drama…'

"Is it Sooyun?" he asked in a flat voice.

Donghyun's grin didn't fade. Instead, it widened even more.

"Bingo."

Minjae sighed, tossing the script back onto the table.

"So that's why you were so eager to get this to me."

"Not just because of that," Donghyun said, holding up his hands. "This project is solid. Big-name director, top-tier scriptwriter, and a production team that only works on hit dramas. Whether Sooyun is involved or not, this is the role that could push you to the top."

Minjae stayed quiet, his fingers drumming against his knee.

He wasn't stupid. He knew how the industry worked. Roles like this didn't come often, especially to actors with little experience like him. If he wanted to make a name for himself, this was an opportunity he couldn't afford to pass up.

But then there was Sooyun.

Just thinking about him was enough to make Minjae's jaw tighten. The guy had looked down on him from the start, made issues of him when he was still just an extra, and made it clear that he saw Minjae as nothing more than a stepping stone.

The idea of competing against him for the same role was rather interesting.

Imagine an extra like him suddenly beating Sooyun in a drama that he wants.

Minjae let out a quiet chuckle, shaking his head.

"Sooyun must really want this role if he's already eyeing it."

Donghyun smirked.

"Of course. He loves playing these kinds of characters. It's right up his alley." He tilted his head slightly, watching Minjae. "But I think you'd be better."

Minjae raised an eyebrow. "And why do you say that, hyung?"

"Because," Donghyun leaned forward, tapping the script with his fingers, "this story isn't just about revenge. It's about transformation. Han Siwoo starts as someone who's barely surviving, living in the shadows. But as the story unfolds, he doesn't just reclaim his identity—he becomes something greater. It's the kind of role that needs an actor who can evolve."

His gaze darkened slightly.

"And you, Minjae… I know you have the talent to show all of that."

Donghyun wasn't wrong.

"Let me guess," Minjae said, looking up, "Sooyun doesn't know I'm going for this role yet?"

"Of course!" Donghyun's smirk widened. "Why would I tell him that? I worked so hard to get this script in secret. But once he finds out? Oh, it's going to be interesting."

"He's going to be pissed, Hyung." Minjae let out a small scoff before shaking his head,

"He always is when things don't go his way." Donghyun leaned back against the couch. "But that's part of the fun, isn't it? Watching him realize that he's not the only one who can shine?"

Minjae chuckled. He had to admit it but there was a certain thrill in the idea of taking something Sooyun wanted. But beyond that, Minjae also wanted this role.

Not just to challenge Sooyun, but because the drama looked interesting. With his current level in acting too, he knew for sure, he'd be able to do a good job.

"Alright," Minjae finally said, picking up the script again. "I'll try to audition for it then. No assurance thought that I'll get it."

Donghyun grinned.

"Now that's what I wanted to hear."

A slow, determined smile stretched across Donghyun's lips.

Let the competition begin.

- - -

After Donghyun left Minjae, his apartment fell into silence. Minjae remained seated on the couch, the weight of the thick script was still in his hands.

Minjae's fingers traced over the cover once more, feeling the embossed letters of the title beneath his touch.

Minjae's mind was circling with thoughts.

This was clearly a good opportunity for his career.

With a quiet sigh, he flipped open the script, his eyes scanning the first few lines.

The opening scene was intense.

On a dark and rainy night, a young boy, Han Siwoo, was hiding under the floorboards as his family was slaughtered above him. Blood was dripping between the cracks, even dripping down his body.

In the script, Han Siwoo could hear his family's desperate please. It was struck to his mind as the heavy boots of the killers stomped through their house, killing everyone, making sure that no one would survive.

Minjae could already picture everything in his head—the cinematography, the emotion, the sheer weight of the moment.

"This is good," he murmured under his breath.

Somehow, he knew that this drama will be good.

But good wasn't enough. He needed to know how good will it be.

Without hesitation, he activated his skill.

[Know the Future]

[Skill activating… ]

The moment Minjae focused on the script, a sharp and cold sensation spread through his mind as visions flooded in.

"This is already the best drama of the year. The story is INSANE!""The visuals, the acting, the atmosphere—I have chills.""Whoever plays Han Siwoo is going to be legendary."

[Success initializing…]

[Success rate: 99%]

Minjae's breathing hitched. His pulse pounded in his ears as the visions faded. He breathed out.

It was a 99% success rate.

That percentage was insane.

It was even higher than the projected success rate of "The Star's Secret."

Minjae clenched his jaw. This was more than the reason why he should get this role. It's a good drama. Maybe even one of the best that will premiere next year.

Minjae's thoughts immediately raced. If he landed this role, it wouldn't just be another stepping stone in his career. It would be a breakthrough, —a chance to show how much he had improved since The Star's Secret.

And more than that… it was the perfect opportunity to face Sooyun again.

A smirk tugged at his lips.

"If Sooyun wants this role, then I'll make sure he won't have it."

But Minjae wasn't doing this just out of spite.

He wanted this role. Han Siwoo's journey and transformation from a broken survivor to a vengeful nobleman were exactly the challenges he needed to push his acting even further.

Minjae exhaled sharply and straightened his posture. The look on his face immediately changed.

It has been so long since he got an interesting script to study.

Minjae grabbed a pencil and his highlighter, then flipped open the script once again.

The dim glow of his desk lamp cast shadows across his apartment as he buried himself in the words of the script. His eyes scanned each line with intensity, mentally placing himself in Han Siwoo's shoes.

Minjae read the first scene again, this time picturing himself under those floorboards.

The fear. The helplessness. The slow, burning rage that would consume Han Siwoo for years to come.

Minjae felt his own heartbeat quicken.