The Second Melody - Season 1, Episode 8
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INT. MUSIC ACADEMY - DAY
Hyun-woo is at the front desk, looking at the sign-up sheet for the Trainee Showcase. He picks up a pen, a fierce determination in his eyes.
RECEPTIONIST (Flatly) Solo or group?
HYUN-WOO Solo.
He signs his name, his hand steady. He sees Min-jun's name at the top of the list. Min-jun smiles as he walks by.
MIN-JUN Solo? You're brave. Or just stupid. You can't even dance.
Hyun-woo ignores him and walks away, a quiet fire burning inside him.
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INT. PRACTICE ROOM - CONTINUOUS
Hyun-woo is alone in the practice room. He is creating his own choreography, a mix of old-school moves and new, emotional ones. He stumbles, falls, and gets back up. He's not doing the flashy, high-energy moves of the other trainees; his movements are raw and full of emotion.
The door opens, and Jisoo walks in. She sees him struggling and smiles.
JISOO Need a hand?
Hyun-woo nods, exhausted. Jisoo watches him for a moment.
JISOO Okay. Your moves are... a little messy. But they're real. Let's work on that.
She shows him a few fluid motions, helping him connect his movements to the song's beat. She doesn't try to change his style, she only helps him refine it. He starts to get the hang of it, his movements becoming more fluid and confident.
HYUN-WOO Thank you. I wouldn't be able to do this without you.
JISOO (Smiling) That's what friends are for.
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INT. HYUN-WOO'S ROOM - NIGHT
Hyun-woo is on his laptop, listening to music. He opens a new document and starts writing. The lyrics are about the pain of his parents' absence and the strength he's found in his new life.
He writes about the "two faces of love," one that gave him everything and one that took it all away. He writes about how his heart is full of fire, but his hands are still cold. The song is a beautiful and painful ballad, an ode to his past and a promise to his future.
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EXT. ACADEMY ENTRANCE - DAY
The day of the Trainee Showcase has arrived. The academy is buzzing with activity. Min-jun is at the center of attention, surrounded by his friends and fans. He gives an interview to an online reporter.
REPORTER Min-jun, everyone's saying you're the one to watch. What do you think of the competition?
MIN-JUN (Smirks) I don't see any competition. Everyone here is a trainee. I'm a star.
Hyun-woo stands in the background, watching. He doesn't say anything. He just looks at Min-jun and walks away, a new confidence in his stride. He's not just a trainee, he's a veteran, and he knows something Min-jun doesn't. He has a story to tell.
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