Chapter 3

Disclaimer: "You're Beautiful" is an original South Korean drama. I do not own it.

Tae Kyung wasn't pleased. He knew deep down, beneath the layers of his arrogance and pride, he should be happy. No, he should be ecstatic. Compossers from every corner of the world would be on cloud nine knowing they found someone like Go Mi Nam to sing their songs.

The guy was phenomenal. Pop singers rarely had wide ranges. Mi Nam proved he naturally was gifted with the skill. He was truly the symbol of a rose growing in the cracks. A&G was the sun he needed to survive. With their nuturing, he would mature into the most beautiful flower of all. And they rooted him to their company before anyone could pick him.

So why couldn't he feel happy? It wasn't because he proved himself to Tae Kyung. Afterall, didn't he coerced him to? No. It wasn't that. It was the fact that he was the same level as him. You couldn't deny that with a voice like that, he'd eventually overthrow his popularity.

And that scared Tae Kyung.

He worked much to hard to get where he is today. He wasn't ready to be pushed aside. Even if it was for the sake of his beloved group. Tae Kyung couldn't stand the thought of being thrown aside...again.

Manager Ma, Coordinator Wang and Mi Nyu sat in the break room. They both wore giant grins on their faces, as Mi Nyu spoke with her brother over the brand new phone, Ma had bought her. She couldn't wait to tell him that he was officially an Angel. To be honest, she couldn't wait just to hear his voice.

"I can't thank you enough, sis,"he said.

Mi Nyu giggled. "Thanks aren't needed. I'm glad I could be of use to you. How are the doctors treating you?" she asked.

"Very good. The nurses here are pretty hot, too..."

"Brother,"she scolded in English, so not to make anyone suspicious.

Mi Nam laughed softy. "Ah. Sorry. Sorry. So what's next?" he asked.

"Manager Ma said I'll be moving into A. 's housing unit," she explained. "President Ahn has taken the liberty of fully decorating my room in accordance to my image. Next, I have to do a photo shoot with the other members and fly out to Tokyo, to end the promotions for Shin Woo's single and begin promoting revamped A. 's lastest mini album."

Mi Nam clicked his tongue against his teeth. "Whoa. There's no fooling around. This is business. God, I wish I was there. I promise to make a speedy recovery, sis. Don't worry!" he exclaimed.

"I just want you to make a thorough recovery. Love you, Brother," she spoke the last sentiment in English. "Bye-bye."

Mi Nyu hung clicked end call on her Samsung Galaxy. She looked to her older companions and smiled.

Coordinator Wang immediately went to work. She rose from her seat, hugging her fashion portfolio to her chest. "Let's go. I'm be in charge A. 's fashion shoot. You'll change in seperate rooms. Lucky for you that Tae Kyung prefers changing in private. These photos will appear in the album's jacket. Ma will drop off your things in your new home. Come along, Mi Nam," she instructed.

"Yes, Noona," Mi Nyu hurriedly replied. She gave a quick boy to Manager Ma and raced after her.

Mi Nyu sat beside Jeremy and across from Shin Woo at the long table. Coordinator Wang handed them each a portfolio, saying,"This is your image for Second Narrative. A chic but sexy look is what is needed for this album to display it's emotional warmth. All of your clothing with compliment the other's. However, it will also inspire the age group you represent. Tae Kyung, you are a hearthrob. Your cloths but be dreamy and a bit more fashionable than the others. Shin Woo, you appeal to the mature demograph, so your fashion is smart and sophisticated. Jeremy and Mi Nam, you are both technically maknaes. We want to appeal to the young aundience with your style. Jeremy will have a wear a slightly mature bohemian style, while Mi Nam will represent innocence through his casual boho style."

She snapped her fingers, prompting four hair stylist to enter. "Set up four chairs. I want Tae Kyung to have his hair neatly combed with hints of curls at the ends. Side part it to the right. Shin Woo's needs a mussled faux hawk. Jeremy's hair should remain straight, but sweep the bangs over his left eyes. Go Mi Nam...I want to play with the innocent look. Tease his hair. Volumize his curls but shape it in a bowl cut."

"Yes Wang-yang," the stylist saluted.

Coordinator Wang looked to the four, smiling. "Go change. Be ready in five minutes," she ordered.

The elder members casually went to their dressing rooms. Mi Nyu noted that this must not be intemidating for them. She nervously went into her's and locked the door behind her. Looking at the clothes on the rake behind her, she gasped in awe. Coordinator Wang really knew what she was doing. "She is the best," she murmured under her breath.

Snapping out her daze, she immediately began to change. Mi Nyu stripped from out her clothes, leaving her in her undrewear. She ran her hand across the silk sport's bra that covered her bandaged chest. It wasn't tight, but it wasn't very comfortable either. She stretched a little to alieviate the discomfort. Gazing down at herself, she blushed. Underneath the men's boxers she had on were women briefs with sewn on sacks that held...her hand made...goods. Mi Nyu cringed. Looking in the mirror, she actually looked as if she had something...down there. "Noona things of everything," she grumbled.

Finally, Mi Nyu stepped out her dressing room. Precisely the same moment Tae Kyung did. She nervously chewed at her bottom lips when the three men gazed at her.

She was dressed in a large, creme knitted sweater that reached her upper thighs. Over it, she wore a sleeveless, a goat suede, button down brown vest. On her legs were beige, relaxed fit jean; which matched well with her brown leather Chucks.

The others' outfits were simular in color. Jeremy's outfit resembled her own. He wore a dark brown tee under a long sleeved, somewhat baggy, tan shirt. His jeans were a very dark brown. A slim fit, too. A beaded chain hung from them for accessory. Around his neck was a sepia patterned scarf. He was the only one in creme colored sandals.

Shin Woo embodied maturity in his outfit. Underneath his dark blazer, he wore a striped dark brown and white shirt that had a line art design forming a roaring lion, in dark gold. Like Tae Kyung, he wore skinny fit tan slacks and shiney, brown leathered hiking boots.

Tae Kyung emphasized on his look. His clothes help embody his sex appeal with the ladies. He wore a button down, tan dress shirt. Four of the buttons were left unbutton to show off the off-white tank top underneath. His brown, pin-striped , skinny fit slacks matched well with the leather, copper buckled belt around his waist. On his feet were a pair of polished, ankle length, pointed toe brown leather boots.

"Superb!" praised President Ahn. He looked to Coordinaor Wang, saying,"Once they're hair and makeup is done, have them come to the second floor. The photographer is waiting.

She bobbed her head, assigning each of them to their stylist. Mi Nyu was a bit rigid in her seat. She looked at herself in the mirror, wondering if the new style would show her feminality. Her worries disappeared when the stylist laid out all her tools. There was more makeup here than she had ever seen in person. So many brushes, combs, gels and sprays. Tae Kyung caught her awed expression and scoffed. Is he a country bumpkin? Staring at those things like their the most sacred treasures ever to be found. How pathetic, he thought.

"You're going to use all of this for me? Won't your hands get tired?" Mi Nyu asked the stylist. The woman covered her mouth, giggling. "How sweet of you to be concerned for me, Go Mi Nam. No, I will be fine," she assured her. "Sit back and watch as I work my magic. You'll be so surprised!"

Obeying, Mi Nyu watched the stylist closely. The woman praised her for the well kept condition her hair was in. She swiftly combed through it, then sprayed a little water in it. Opening a blue jar, she rubbed some blue cream into her hands and massaged it into Mi Nyu's hair. Than quickly brushed through it. She then picked up the dryer and curling comb. Soon, Mi Nyu's hair drew up in thick, fluffy curls. Mi Nyu was instantly reminded of the fat baby angels' depicted in a number of paintings she'd seen in church.

"Whoa," she murmured.

The stylist grinned broadly. "Now it's time for your makeup," she announced. "We don't cake it on like girls'. Instead, we just highlight your natural beauty. Oh! You have such excellent skin, Mi Nam! That's hard to see in men. Even idols! I can't tell you how many times we've had to force Jeremy to properly manage his skin!"

Beside her, Jeremy pouted. "I'm doing much better now, Noona. Aren't I?" he whine.

"Yes you are, Jeremy," she giggled.

Mi Nyu bit her lip to prevent her giggles from bubbling out. Jeremy glanced at her then quickly, looked away. "Hey, Go Mi Nam, how old are you? Doesn't look like you can even grow a beard,"he teased. His hand darted out to poke her cheek. Feeling the smooth texture of it, he quickly withdrew it.

"I'm twenty two," Mi Nyu replied.

He mutely nodded, working to calm his racing heart.

"You're a year younger than Jeremy. Two years younger than myself and Tae Kyung," stated Shin Woo. "Perhaps this will get you to mature a little, Jeremy."

"Ah! Don't tease me, hyung! I am, too, mature," pouted Jeremy.

Makeup, accessories and wardrobe, the A. members went downstairs to begin their first shoot as a new unit.

Manager Ma rambled on, on their way there. He explained the desired image for this jacket. Coaching Mi Nam on how to express his emotions but not obviously staring into the camera. Even Shin Woo and Jeremy gave a few words of advice. Tae Kyung merely ordered him not to bring everyone else down.

At the shoot, Mi Nyu looked through her brother's portfolio once again. She thought on what the album song's emotions. There was love, sadness and joy. It gave warmth to your heart. Naturally, wouldn't the photos? She studied her seonbae, intently.

Tae Kyung was cool. Knowing how to deliver to the camera with simply gestures. A tilt of the head, resting hand on the chin. Small smiles. Most importantly, a piercing gaze.

Shin Woo's eyes were his selling point. He didn't have to smile. His eyes evoked whatever emotion he wanted to portray. Unlike Tae Kyung, he didn't bother to pose to much. He allowed his body to naturally stand. It gave comfort to whomever looked at his photos.

Last was Jeremy. He was playful but cool in his poses. They instantly brought a smile to Mi Nyu's face. He played with his clothes, necklaces and hair. Never did his smile loose it's luster. Nor the twinkle in his eyes.

"Your turn Mi Nam. Then group shots," said the photographer.

The others sat at a table resting until their turn. Tae Kyung sipped his bottle of water, watching Mi Nyu. He tsked, sitting the bottle down. "His amateur skills will be undoubtably be blatant in the jacket,"he murmured.

"I am curious how he'll do. President Ahn-ssi said he's eye-grabbing," Jeremy commented.

Shin Woo nodded in agreeance. "He is the second Face for the group. Both of you must be able to compliment the other in your photos,"he told him.

Mi Nyu took deep breaths to calm herself. She could feel her body tremble with every step she took. Standing before the camera, doubt began to clod her mind. She wasn't her brother. No matter how many photos she studied, she wasn't those people. How could she channel the charisma they were born with.

"What's she doing?" Manager Ma whispered to Coordinator Wang. Mi Nyu hadn't made an effort to pose. She looked stiff. Actually, she looked constipated. No one would want to see a photo of a constipated person. Not unless it's for a laxitive advertisement. "She's frozen!" Coordinator Wang gasped.

Mi Nyu couldn't move. "God in Heaven...Mother Superior...what must I do? I...I can't...I just-"

"Go Mi Nam," Manager Ma interrupted her thoughts . "I know...why you want to do this...what your ultimate goal is."

She jumped, realizing his close proximity. He laid a hand onto her shoulder, saying in a hushed voice," Your brother told me about your mother. Should you gain enough fame through this...she might recognize you. Might come and find you. Sister...you've come so far to let this defeat you. I have faith in you. So does Coordinator Wang. Most importantly, so does you brother."

"Oppa," she whispered. Looking at the camera, Mi Nyu began to recall the numerous times her brother had helped her. Hadn't he protected her that time...she would have been seriously injured. Her stomach turned in guilt. How dare she whip out of the only thing her brother asked of her to do. She was indebted to him. "No," she thought, "I refuse to let Oppa down."

Mi Nyu bowed to the photographer. "I'm sorry. I am ready to begin, sir," she announced.

The three A. members looked on in total awe. Mi Nyu had flipped a swith within and gave her all. The poses were like her brother's portfolio and simular to those in the ads she'd studied.

"These are more than enough," Camera-man Won said to President Ahn. He showed Ahn and the others Mi Nyu's photo that uploaded into his laptop.

Each emotion reached Mi Nyu's eyes. His amateur ability gave the perfect sense of innocene and youthfulness. The eyes were piercing but inviting. His smile was radiant and charming. For a novice, he was modeling from head to toe quite professionally. "Jackpot," President Ahn chuckled, giddily. He was definitely becoming a fan of Go Mi Nam.

"Alright. These are the group and duo shots. Tae Kyung with Shin Woo, first. Then Jeremy and Mi Nam next. Another set with Jeremy and Tae Kyung, then Shin Woo and Mi Nam. Then finally, all together," Camera-man Won instructed.

Tae Kyung was having a hard time trying to look displeased. Mi Nam was proving to be a valuable asset to A. . Give him a year or two and he'll be a highly popular idol.

"What you think?" Shin Woo asked in the midst of their shoot. As veterans in the industry, modeling became second nature. Photoshoots were a breeze.

"Hmph. He shows talent," he replied.

Shin Woo chuckled, lowly. He took a seat on the wooden block, as Tae Kyung leaned against it. "Then I suppose he has earned his keep,"he theoried.

"But not my total respect," Tae Kyung added.

Shin Woo closed his eyes. He brought his hand up to pull at the collar of his blazer. "It is odd for me to be this invested in current happenings. Perhaps I was growing weary of things, recently? Go Min serves more useful with every passing second, he thought.

Jeremy and Mi Nam's shoot was adorable. They looked like brothers, enjoying each other's company. Jeremy's antics made Mi Nam laugh, and Mi Nam's laugh brought a spark to Jeremy's eyes.

On his and Shin Woo's shoot, the two evoked a calm and relaxed aura. Mi Nam rested his chin on his knee while sitting beside Shin Woo, who rested his elbow on Mi Nam's shoulder. His hand running through his hair. Both looked straight at the camera. Their eyes searching the depth's of the viewer's soul.

When the camera man called for Tae Kyung and Jeremy, Shin Woo gently mussled Mi Nam's hair. "You are certainly talented, Go Mi Nam. A jack-of-all-trades," he praised.

A rosey blush stainned Mi Nyu's pale cheeks. "Ah. Thank you, Shin Woo-hyung," she replied.

Tae Kyung watched the exchange with little interest. Jeremy, on the other hand, read a little to much into in it. In his eyes, they were behaving much too chummy. Kind of flirty. He rubbed his eyes, groaning. "Get it together, Jeremy,"he ordered himself.

The Group photo seemed to be the most marketable. Truth be told, the agency weren't as confidient in adding another member to A. , as President Ahn. They worried if he would throw the group off balance. Thus ending them.

Seeing is believing. Or in this case, seeing and hearing. Mi Nam was like the missing piecing to an unfinished, elaborate puzzle. His voice was ensnaring. Each photo was welcoming but mysterious. It left you wondering who he was. Kept you guessing what he could do. Seeing him around the other Angels, it felt right.

"Good work, everyone," President Ahn praised. "These photos are perfect for the jacket. I want you guys to go home and rest. Be ready at eight o'clock tonight to make your flight to Tokyo." He pointed his finger at Go Mi Nam, saying, "Now boys, I want you to treat Go Mi Nam kindly. No bullying-" at this he shot a look to Tae Kyung- "help him feel at home. Go Mi Nam, I hope you enjoy your new house."

Mi Nam bowed, respectively. "I appreciate this, tremendously so, President Ahn-ssi.

Everyone went to their dressing room to change back into their street clothes. Mi Nyu met with Manager Ma and Coordinator Wang. They told her they'd escourt her to A. 's housing. Sitting beside her in the backseat, Coordinator Wang handed her a large canvas tote bag filled with hygine products.

"It will be suspicious if you were to have female products laying in your bathroom. Some one might see them and question you. So I removed the labels and rebottled some of them. In here are the number one products for a woman to have in order to have beautiful skin and hair. Along with some men's cologne and you-know-what pads. Oh! And let's face it. You're with men. It's going to be vexing being Go Mi Nam 24/7. I got you some scented candles and bath salts to help you relax."

Mi Nyu took the heavy bag. "Thank you, Noona. I've never own so many beauty products," she admitted.

"That's astounding, too. Your pores are clean, and the texture of your skin is smooth. I am impressed you knew the importance of beautiful skin," she stated.

Mi Nyu giggled softly. Scratching the back of her head, she said, "Actually, a school friend of mine forced me to use them. She told me that a girl should be beautiful both inside and out."

"Smart girl," Coordinator Wang praised.

When they arrived to the house, Mi Nyu could hardly believe her eyes. It was an odd structure. Modern, like A&G headquarters. The layout was wide. From the looks of it, it was, three stories high too. There was a high, metal gate surrounding it. A confusing looke secrutity box was at the entrance. Manager Ma swiped a card and punched in three digits, allowing the gates to open. They pulled up in the garage area, and exited the car. Mi Nyu noticed there were two other vehicles parked beside them. Including a shiny scooter.

Mi Nyu was mesmorized by the enterior design. Everything was so clean and organzied. The decor was a mixture of blown up A. photos, abstract, modern and traditional art. A fragrant, peach auroma filled the air. She closed her eyes, sniffing the wonderous scent.

"This is your bedroom," Manager Ma said, opening a light wooden door.

Mi Nyu couldn't help but to gasp at the sight before her. Her room was bright. The wall behind her round bed was a mint green. It had a large abstract painting hanging on it. The rest were painted a pale, pastel yellow. Box shelves with a few books and magazines filled it. Mi Nyu walked down the two steps and sat on her fluffy bed. She noticed her widow had a pretty view of the city in the distant. On the opposite wall, across from her bed was a fat screen TV mounted on the wall.

This isn't 'my' bedroom really, she thought to herself. This will be Oppa's. I shouldn't bother filling it with anything I'd like. Besides, it isn't my money to spend. She stared out at the window. 'When Oppa recovers, he will come here to take his rightful place. But...where will that leave me? Where will I go?"

She could feel the depression trying to overwhelm her. With a sharp shake of her head, she frowned. 'No! I mustn't think sad things. Mother will probably had found me by then. When he returns, I'll have her in my life. I can stay with her for some time...get a job...and everything will work out! I'll be fine!'

"Mi Nam?" Manager Ma called, snapping her out of her reverie. He and Coordinator Wang stared at her. Worry etched on both their faces.

"Ah...it's nothing. Thank you! It's a beautiful room. I'll just unpack-"

Suddenly her old cellphone began to ring. She retrieved it from the side pocket of her wheeled luggage, and read it's screen.

"Mother Superior?" she whispered. Answering the call, she greeted the Mother Superior in her real voice.

"Gemma," the Mother Superior greeted warmly. "I hope I haven't caught you at a bad time. The reason I called is I wanted to give you a present. May I meet with you?"

Mi Nyu rapidly blinked her eyes. It was 6:30. She had to be at the airport at 8:00!

Oh no! What shall I do?!

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