Chapter 193: United States (8)
Before they knew it, the grand opening of the Our Table' food truck had arrived. An enormous park in the United States, a place Kang Woojin had never been to before, unfolded before his eyes as he donned the Our Dining Table' uniform. Woojin checked the front continuously while casually putting a headscarf on his head.
Because both wonder and unfamiliarity arose at the same time.
Crazy Why am I even here??
His expression was full of the dignity of a chef, but inside, his heart was pounding like an ordinary citizen. Indeed, the world was vast. Especially, Kang Woojin's world was several times larger than that of ordinary people. After all, it included the realm of the void space.
But that was only for a moment.
Ah- shit, well, that aside. I need to prepare.
As if intending to unwind the tension with work, Woojin was about to take out the wok when the people standing around him openly voiced their trembling hearts. They were Hong Hye-yeon, Hwalin, and Yeon Baek-kwang, all dressed the same as Woojin.
Ah- Its so nerve-wracking actually being in the food truck, right?
Right? Unnie, my hands are shaking.
Oh? Really? I think Im okay.
Baek-kwang. Your legs are shaking though?
Ah, thats because I did squats for too long yesterday just kidding! Im actually insanely nervous! The, the Americans are really coming, right?
But It wouldnt be the case that not even one person comes, right?
There are more than four food trucks here.
If they don't come, that's a disaster in itself.
PD Yoon seems like he would even enjoy a failing scene.
As if to relieve their pounding hearts through conversation, the three chattered while preparing for the opening. In the meantime, Kang Woojin's cynicism intensified, and Yeon Baek-kwang, who glanced at the chef leader, whispered to Hong Hye-yeon next to him.
But sunbae-nim, Woojin hyung doesnt seem nervous at all. He's like the Terminator.
Hong Hye-yeon turned her head back to check on Kang Woojin. He had already started the preliminary cooking for bulgogi.
A matter of this magnitude isnt enough to make him shake. We need a Hollywood star to show up for his eyebrows to even come closer together.
Amazing I want to learn that aura too.
That kind of thing suits Woojin ssi, you would get scolded if you did it.
Thats when it happened.
Uh, uh, uh?
Hwalin, who was portioning out soba noodles next to Woojin, opened her mouth a bit unusually.
Uh, uh, uh? Here they come, theyre coming.
Thanks to her, everyone including Kang Woojin raised their gaze to the front. A few minutes after opening, an elderly American couple was talking around a table with the Our Dining Table' writer. Apparently getting their consent. Soon, the elderly couple sat at the central table, and An Jong-hak, the figurehead boss, approached them with a menu.
And so.
One bulgogi! One kimjaban!
The Americans ordered Kang Woojin's dishes. Here it comes, the time has finally arrived. Woojin felt an emotion similar to the first time he acted. It wasnt a serious situation, but a peculiar greed arose.
He wanted to serve them delicious food.
Therefore, Woojin sprinkled calmness all over his body, suppressing the nervousness. He heavily laid on the concept. Calmly focuses. Theres no problem with the process of making the food itself. Whats important here is Kang Woojins mindset.
Since Im doing it, wouldnt it be nice if it went well?
Coming to a foreign country to promote Korean food, hearing complaints was not acceptable. Whatever it was, Woojins two dishes were quickly completed. Soon, the food was delivered to the elderly couple. Kang Woojin secretly swallowed his saliva.
Of course, the assistants around him did the same.
How is it? How does it taste? When Woojin was quietly- observing the elderly couple, the expression of the grandpa eating the broth of the Kimjaban Makguksu tightened. Huh? Doesnt it suit his taste? Reflecting Kang Woojins inner thoughts, Hwalin opened her mouth.
Ah- It seems the taste is a bit unfamiliar.
The elderly couple starts whispering to each other. At this moment, An Jong-hak, standing in front of the food truck's kitchen, turns his head and locks eyes with Woojin inside the truck.
Chef, how about you go and ask them yourself?
Should I be the one to speak?
I could go, or Kang-soo could, but since they are our first customers and the first to taste our food, I think it would look better if you, Chef, were to go out?
Ah.
And show off your English skills a bit. There's no way PD Yoon would cut that out.
In essence, An Jong-hak was ensuring Woojin could showcase his talents while securing content for the show. Indeed, he shows the qualities of a veteran in the entertainment side of things. Woojin, internally admiring this, silently nodded his head.
Ah- Yes, I understand.
Encouraged by Yeon Baek-kwang's cheering Good luck!, Woojin calmly washed his hands, took off his mask, and stepped out of the food truck. Kang Woojin strides towards the elderly couple. At this sight, PD Yoon Byung-seon among the staff scattered around the food truck smiled.
Attach cameras in front, behind, and to the side for this cut.
By this point, Kang Woojin had approached the white-haired American elderly couple, and the grandpa, sensing someone, lifted his head. To him, Woojin lowered his voice, thinking it needed to have a bit of charm, and surprisingly smooth English flowed out.
Hello, how do you find the food?
The elderly couple seemed slightly surprised. The grandma spoke first.
Oh! Your English is really good? Did you live in the United States?
If one were to close their eyes, they might mistake it for a conversation between two Americans.
I'm not that good to be praised. How do you find the bulgogi rice bowl?
It's fantastic.
A thrill ran through Woojin.
Ah- The pleasure is incredible. This is why one cooks, I guess.
Then Woojin turned his gaze from the grandma to the grandpa, who, as if waiting, asked in English.
Are you a chef?
Huh? What's he talking about? Woojin, maintaining a moment of indifference, responded.
I do handle the cooking here at the food truck.
No, I mean- I heard this is a Korean TV show and the others are actors.
That's correct.
Ah It's really a mix of jealousy and admiration. But isnt the casting really unique? Senior Sim Han-ho and Kang Woojin ssi.
After a brief silence, Jeon Woo-chang, who was silently looking at his phone in his long padded coat, asked Ryu Jung-min.
Jung-min hyung! What about you? Honestly, the media occasionally mentions you as the actor confirmed for leech' , right?
So what?
Meaning, did you also not receive any contact?
Of course not, from the beginning, Director Ahn Ga-bok only made contact with Woojin ssi.
Ah!! Da Nang! It was when Director Ahn Ga-bok came to Da Nang!
Yeah, that time.
Wow- I thought at that time the director just came for a vacation But did he come all the way to Vietnam, Da Nang, just to see Woojin ssi? Director Ahn Ga-bok??!
Ryu Jung-min chuckled.
He was really captivated.
Then Ryu Jung-min snorted a laugh, and Jeon Woo-chang and Kim Yi-won looked puzzled.
Eh? Why are you laughing, Jung-min hyung?
No- it's just ridiculous.
Huh??
Having a growth opportunity right before my eyes, and just stupidly watching him leap ahead- makes me wonder.
Ryu Jung-min had joined Island of the Missing' for various reasons, including overcoming his limits and growing. His target was the rookie, Kang Woojin.
Ryu Jung-min had been observing Woojin from Hanryang' to Island of the Missing'.
But now, Ryu Jung-min found himself in a position where he could only watch Kang Woojin become increasingly distant. Clearly, Kang Woojin was close by. Yet, within just a few days, a gap had widened to the point of invisibility.
Perhaps he had been complacent.
Woojin ssi was on a rapid sprint, and I failed to notice.'
But it was already too late.
Eventually Director Ahn Ga-bok fell for his acting, Kang Woojin sweeping up all the big-name directors in the country
[Feature] From leech' to standing shoulder to shoulder with Sim Han-ho, Kang Woojin aims for Cannes in his debut year
With the acceleration of his sprint compounded by a booster, the media frenzy surrounding Kang Woojin had reached an uncontrollable level.
Already drawing attention, the acting showdown between Sim Han-ho and Kang Woojin, experts favor Sim Han-ho
It wasn't just now. It had been since the moment Director Ahn Ga-bok mentioned Kang Woojin's name.
[StarTalk] Busy, Busy, Busy Hero Kang Woojin, who saved Hwalin, joining Director Ahn Ga-boks project, will he become a hero to rookie actors too?
Tales of heroism related to Hwalin had shaken the foundation, and on top of that, Director Ahn Ga-bok threw gasoline on the fire. But the resulting explosion seemed like a nuclear bomb had been dropped. The uproar was inevitable.
How long has it been since he caught the stalker? Kang Woo-jin, whose issues haven't ceased since his debut / Photo
Actors scattered throughout the entertainment industry, broadcasters, production companies, and film companies, etc. Flames soared everywhere, with facts and rumors rampant.
Kang Woojin was not in Korea, but his absence was not felt at all.
Instead, his presence had magnified tenfold. A turmoil. Yes, Kang Woojin had caused a turmoil. A mere 1-year rookie at that. It was an unprecedented situation in the history of Korea's entertainment industry.
Kang Woo-jin, who was rubbing shoulders with figures hailed as the history of the Korean entertainment industry, such as Director Ahn Ga-bok, top actor Sim Han-ho, and many big shots, was ironically
From debut to now, without failure, Kang Woojin completing a decade's worth of an actors filmography in his first year What's left, an Academy Award?
He was writing a new history all on his own.
United States, the morning of the 9th.
All the cast members of Our Dining Table,' having successfully completed their first day of business at the food truck, were now in the van, moving. Of course, this included Kang Woojin, who wore an indifferent expression. He was looking out the window, thinking about yesterday.
Yeah, there were not many customers, but it was pretty good. If only we could have as many today as yesterday, that would be perfect.'
Woojin was internally praising himself, while An Jong-hak and Yeon Baek-kwang sitting around him were looking down at their phones. Specifically, they were looking at the upheaval Kang Woojin had caused in the Korean entertainment industry.
Wow! Woojin hyung! The articles are- changing every second?!
Man, when our Chef returns to Korea, will the reporters give him a guard of honor at the airport??
Hong Hye-yeon chimed in.
It's kinda funny. I mean, Miley Cara made a visit to Korea, but she got overshadowed because of Woojin ssi.
At that moment.
Eh??!!
Yeon Baek-kwang, who had lifted his head, suddenly saw something upfront and was startled.
Lo-look over there!!
The van had neared the food truck where they were to do business, and Yeon Baek-kwang pointed towards the area around the food truck. What was peculiar was.
Eh?
Ah no. What is that?
What the??
Everyone except Kang Woojin widened their eyes or opened their mouths in shock. Woojin, heavily into his character, cursed internally.
Wha- fuck!! Are they crazy?!!'
The reason was simple. There was a long line of Americans standing in front of the food truck, which hadn't even opened yet. It easily looked like several dozens of people.
What kind of line is that??!!'
It was only Our Dining Table's food truck that had this.
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