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Chapter 7 - Chapter 8: Yoon-Ah's Secret

Jae-Hyun couldn't shake off the feeling that Yoon-Ah was hiding something. He decided to investigate discreetly.

During a break, Jae-Hyun approached Yoon-Ah, who was reviewing footage.

"Yoon-Ah, can I ask you something?" Jae-Hyun said.

Yoon-Ah looked up, her eyes guarded. "What is it?"

"I couldn't help but notice your phone call earlier. Everything okay?" Jae-Hyun asked.

Yoon-Ah's expression faltered for a moment before she regained composure.

"Just family drama," Yoon-Ah said, forcing a smile.

Jae-Hyun sensed she wasn't telling the truth.

Just then, Ji-An approached, followed by a tall, handsome man.

"Guys, this is Seung-Ho, my friend from theater school," Ji-An said.

Seung-Ho greeted everyone warmly. "Honored to meet you all."

As they chatted, Jae-Hyun noticed Yoon-Ah's unease around Seung-Ho.

"Yoon-Ah, do you know Seung-Ho?" Jae-Hyun asked.

Yoon-Ah's eyes darted between Seung-Ho and Ji-An. "We've met before."

Seung-Ho's smile faltered. "Yoon-Ah and I... we have history."

Ji-An's eyes widened. "What kind of history?"

Seung-Ho hesitated. "We dated briefly. But Yoon-Ah ended it abruptly."

Yoon-Ah's face flushed. "Seung-Ho, please."

Jae-Hyun realized Yoon-Ah's secret phone call might be connected to Seung-Ho.

Director Min-Soo called out, "Alright, everyone! Let's get back to filming."

As filming resumed, Jae-Hyun observed Yoon-Ah's tension.

During a scene, Ji-Hoon accidentally knocked over a light stand, causing chaos.

Yoon-Ah rushed to fix the equipment, her hands shaking.

Seung-Ho assisted, their hands touching.

The spark between them was undeniable.

"Cut!" Director Min-Soo shouted. "Let's take a break."

As the cast dispersed, Jae-Hyun approached Yoon-Ah.

"Yoon-Ah, I think I understand," Jae-Hyun said gently. "You're still in love with Seung-Ho."

Yoon-Ah's eyes welled up. "How did you know?"

Jae-Hyun smiled. "I've been there too. But sometimes, love requires a second chance."