Lisa was baffled by the plot's twists and turns.

Who changed the plot in secret?

Lisa didn't want to speculate, so she sought advice from Jackson.

"The female lead is not following the plot; how is this possible?"

Jackson did not respond right away, preferring to think in silence.

Because even the male protagonist's halo could change hands, the plot could likely cause some minor adjustments that didn't matter too much.

Everything could be worked over as long as the two main characters had a beautiful, romantic, and loving happy ending.

In a way, Jennie is following the original plot.

In the original story, Jennie was already prepared to collaborate with the male lead when their first encounter occurred.

But since Lisa is now the male lead, Jennie's attendance at the audition was also regarded as preparation for working with the "male lead."

Thinking about it, Jackson calmly reassured Lisa: 【It's okay, small problem, don't panic.】

If even the professional said it was a small problem, then Lisa, the replacement male lead, had nothing left to say.

Whatever it is, it's fine.

It's great as long as she doesn't have to say things like "I like you" to Jennie all of a sudden.

Lisa then realized she needed to explain everything to Jennie.

Lisa wanted to make it clear that she was not scamming her that day.

She also had no intention of kneeling on one knee.

Lisa asked Alice to go outside first and wait for her while she prepared to talk to Jennie.

Alice had only been Lisa's manager for a few days and knew little about her.

When she realized Lisa was going to talk to Jennie, she became concerned.

Jennie was more popular than Lisa, and she had Jisoo, whom everyone in the industry had to acknowledge.

Neither of the two were to be taken lightly.

They had to be careful how they acted as a little manager and a new actress.

Alice abruptly stopped Lisa, asking, "What are you doing? We can't offend people at random." 

"Do I look like I'm going to pick a fight?" Lisa asked.

Alice responded cautiously, "That's not it; I was worried."

I was worried you would stir up problems and be disliked.

"Don't worry, I'm not someone who likes to cause trouble; there's just a misunderstanding that needs to be cleared up," Lisa explained.

Alice, with furrowed brows, answered, "Then go ahead; I'll wait for you here."

Lisa went ahead.

Jennie noticed Lisa as soon as she stepped into the hall.

Perhaps it was because their first encounter was so unforgettable that her gaze was drawn to Lisa.

Her brows wrinkled softly once she managed to get a clear glance at the other person's face.

She plainly hadn't anticipated the other person to be here.

What an unusual coincidence!

She didn't think the other person was also an actor.

A strange person who would kneel on one knee the first time they met.

Jennie's eyes narrowed as she saw Lisa walk over to her.

Lisa was taken aback and abruptly came to a halt.

"Why do I have the impression that she is criticizing me in her head?"

【Well, no normal person would kneel on one knee the first time they meet?】

Thanks for reminding me.

"If this was the case, I needed to explain the misunderstanding even more."

Lisa had no option but to swallow her nervousness and tell Jennie, "Miss Kim, I wanted to explain about last time. Things aren't like you think."

Lisa spoke, but she didn't dare to move for fear that Jennie might turn and leave.

Her smile was genuine, and she had a set of beautiful almond-shaped eyes that appeared wonderfully innocent.

Jennie looked at her in silence.

Lisa's looks weren't the type to attract everyone's attention at once, but she did have delicate, clear features and a natural feeling of innocence that wouldn't put people on guard.

She didn't seem like the type to lie.

"You two know each other?" Jisoo asked, turning her head.

"We've only seen each other once," Jennie said honestly, shaking her head lightly.

Then she continued, "Chu, go ahead; I'll wait for you here."

Jisoo looked at Jennie, patted her on the shoulder, and said, "OK, I'll quickly arrange things, then return."

Jennie nodded politely.

When Jisoo went away, she finally stared at the frozen Lisa.

Lisa remained in her original spot, gripping her fingers as if she were a child who had been reprimanded for standing pitifully.

"What did you want to say?" Jennie asked.

Lisa took two steps forward, smiling.

But after seeing Jennie's face, her movements became more deliberate, and she eventually kept a proper distance.

Alice, who stood behind her, was absolutely perplexed.

What is she doing?

Lisa felt embarrassed as well, touching her fingertips as she said, "Miss Kim."

"It was a complete accident the last time; I had no intention of robbing you; at the time, I just... My legs went weak! I didn't stand stably enough, so I fell towards you," she said.

Jennie raised an eyebrow, somewhat in surprise: "Really?"

"Yes!" Lisa exclaimed.

"Miss Kim, please think about it. If I really wanted to rob you, why would I show my face to you again?"

Jennie agreed, thinking it was logical.

"As for my legs..." Lisa went on.

Jennie narrowed her eyes and peered at Lisa.

Jennie appeared mature and sophisticated.

Gracefulness and regality seemed to be imprinted in her every step, causing others to turn away.

It also gave others the impression that she was not easily deceived or fooled.

It's as if, if someone fooled Jennie now, five hundred guys in black suits would attack your door tomorrow and beat you to death.

Lisa didn't want to be beaten; pain is her mortal enemy, so she could only muddle her way through.

"Mm. I think it's normal for everyone to feel weak every now and then," Lisa added as she locked gaze with Jennie.

Jennie was silent.

When they gazed at each other, it felt like time was being stretched.

Even the seconds seemed long and arduous.

Lisa and Jennie stood up in silence when the system broke the silence.

【Mission issued: Tell female lead Jennie Kim the following lines: "You're a bit freakish today." "...freakishly good-looking." Time limit: six minutes.】

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What the fuck! What kind of pickup line is this?! Saying such lame pickup lines at the second meeting, is there a hole in your brain?

"This is too oily!" Lisa complained.

【You still have to do it within six minutes, or you'll be punished again. Do you want to kneel on one knee in front of Jennie again?】Jackson blandly reminded her.

Shit! Fuck you, robot!

Lisa still wanted to fight back, so she asked, "Can't you adjust the level of punishment?"

【I can.】

Lisa suddenly saw hope and asked, "I really think that saying this stuff the second time we met is a bit too ridiculous. As my mommy, aren't you planning to rescue me??"

Jackson said righteously: 【Nope. I won't help you. I'm a career fan and a shipper fan. To get you two into a relationship, I'm duty-bound. Hurry up; grown-up kids should know how to create sweetness on their own!】

Lisa was at a loss for words!

Jennie had finished her silent contemplation and concluded that Lisa did make sense.

She seemed to be the one who misinterpreted Lisa that day.

I should apologize because it was a misunderstanding.

Jennie was about to open her mouth when Lisa's voice floated into her ear, a hint of embarrassment audible: "Miss Kim, you're a bit freakish today."

"Freakish, how?" Jennie didn't understand.

Lisa's heart lurched as she pressed her lips together tightly.

"Freakishly good-looking."

(O_O;)

Jennie quickly took two steps back.

【System decision: Mission completed. Mission points +1】

Lisa's heart was exhausted.

"That... I saw you not talking, so I wanted to lighten the atmosphere." Lisa attempted to salvage the situation.

"If there's nothing else, I'll leave first. Wishing Miss Kim a successful audition, bye-bye!" she said swiftly, without looking Jennie in the eyes.

Then she added, "I will always support you; work hard."

Jennie raised an eyebrow as she watched Lisa flee.

What an odd person!

Jisoo had returned just in time to hear Lisa and questioned Jennie, "Your fan?"

Jennie couldn't decide whether to shake her head or nod, so she just said, "I don't know."

Jisoo was immediately followed by the director.

When she saw Jennie, the director's eyes lit up, and she was rendered speechless.

Jennie Kim, you were the female lead I had in mind!

***

JENNIE

I'm sitting in the car, reading the script.

Jisoo sits next to me, reading through X and casually asking, "Did you clear up the misunderstanding with that girl? What misunderstanding did you two have?" she inquired further.

"The first time we met, I thought she was a robber," I added with a gentle nod.

I turned the page: "Because her legs became weak, she knelt down on one knee by accident."

Hearing this, Jisoo laughed: "Maybe she was lying to you. Her legs weren't weak, nor was it an accident; she's just your fan. Didn't you see? Suzy being proposed to by a fan on one knee is still trending on the hot search. So, I think maybe that girl really is your fan, the crazy devoted type that wants to get married to you."

"She shouldn't be my fan," I remarked, a little surprised.

Jisoo grinned and changed the subject, passing her phone over: "Let's not talk about it; come look at your fans' greasy pick-up lines."

I took out the phone and read the comments.

"I went exercising today. What sort of exercise? Exercising my heart beating for you."

"I went to plant a field today. What kind of field, a field of undying devotion to you 😻"

"Do you know the difference between you and the stars in the sky? The stars are in the sky; you're in my heart. (づ_ど)"

I suddenly remembered the two lines stated by the strange person.

"Miss Kim, you're a bit freakish today."

"...Freakishly good-looking."

It was something like this.

Kneeling on one knee.

Shady pickup line.

"I will always support you; work hard."

These signs finally came together, and the truth was right in front of my eyes.

My eyes widened in amazement.

So she was just a crazy, obsessive admirer who wanted to propose?

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