Legendary Superstar-Chapter 106: No Time To Rest

Minjae stepped out of the sleek black. He adjusted the cuffs of his tailored blazer as he took a look at the building before him.

The Lux & Co. headquarters stood tall and striking in the early morning light, its glass walls reflecting the autumn sky.

Minjae's gaze trailed up to the towering building. Their headquarters was a 7-storey building. It wasn't the flashiest place in the industry, but it carried out an air of prestige. It looks modern and elegant just like the brand.

As soon as he stepped inside, the atmosphere shifted. The lobby was made out of polished marble. There was also sleek and rounded furniture and muted warm lighting, giving it a more welcoming atmosphere.

However, it wasn't only that, that caught his attention. It was the people's reactions that caught his attention.

A few receptionists whispered among themselves, their eyes widening slightly when they saw Minjae. Some employees who passed by did double takes, their voices lowering as they exchanged glances.

"Is that… Minjae?"

"Wow, he's even better looking in person."

"He really has that aura, doesn't he?"

"Woah, so that's him?"

"He looks so cute."

"He actually looks much better."

Minjae was used to the attention, but there was something different about it now.

"Minjae-ssi!" A woman approached with a warm smile. She was dressed in a well-fitted pantsuit, her aura exuding quiet confidence. "Welcome to Lux & Co. I'm Sohee, the campaign manager. It's a pleasure to have you as the face of our fall campaign."

"Thank you for having me." Minjae also gave her a polite nod.

She gestured toward the hallway.

"Our team is already waiting for you in the styling room. But before that, you're going to meet some of the most important figures of the company first. This campaign is important for us, so we're excited to work with you."

'I see," Minjae nodded and smiled.

Minjae followed her deeper into the building. The first floor of their headquarters was used as the main branch of the store. The second floor was used as the stockroom while the rest were used as offices.

After a few more floors, they finally arrived at the 5th floor. It's the studio area for the brand. It is also where the styling area was located.

As Minjae stepped inside, the conversation in the room quieted. The executives and designers turned their attention toward him, their expressions shifting from professional to mild admiration.

"Mr. Nam Minjae," a poised woman at the center of the group greeted him first. She looked sharp and confident. The way she carried herself spokes grace as if she was someone used to leading.

She extended a hand with a subtle smile. "I'm Yoona, the CEO of Lux & Co. It's a pleasure to officially meet you. We've been looking forward to working with you."

Minjae shook her hand firmly, offering a polite nod.

"I'm Nam Minjae. The pleasure is mine, CEO-nim. Thank you for trusting me with this campaign."

Yoona's smile remained, but there was a glint of curiosity in her eyes as she studied him.

"Trusting you wasn't a difficult decision. Your presence and your image fit exactly what we envisioned for this collection. I have no doubt you'll bring it to life."

At her words, some of the designers exchanged approving looks.

"Let me introduce you to the rest of the team," Yoona continued, gesturing toward the others.

"This is our creative director, Hwan," she said, nodding toward a man in his early forties with neatly styled hair and a sharp suit. He had an air of quiet confidence, the kind that came with years of experience.

Hwan gave Minjae a firm nod.

"I've been following your career, and I have to say, it's really commendable for a rookie."

"Thank you, director" Minjae replied. "I'll do my best to meet your expectations."

Yoona then gestured to a pair of designers. It was a man and a woman standing near the concept boards.

"These are Jisoo and Taemin, two of the key designers behind this collection."

Jisoo, a woman with shoulder-length hair and glasses, gave him a bright smile.

"We actually designed a few pieces with you in mind. When we heard you were confirmed, we made some last-minute adjustments to ensure the clothes would match your style."

"That's really thoughtful," Minjae said, glancing at the boards filled with sketches, fabric swatches, and styling notes. "I'm looking forward to seeing what you've created."

Taemin, the other designer, chuckled. "You'll be wearing one of my favorite pieces today. If you don't like it, don't tell me. I'm emotionally attached to it."

"I'll make sure to like it then?" Minjae let out a small laugh.

"And of course, Yewon, one of the head stylists in the company."

Minjae's eyes flew to the familiar woman.

"It's nice to see you again, Minjae."

"You too."

The atmosphere lightened, and the conversation flowed naturally for a few minutes before Yewon clapped her hands together.

"Alright, I hate to interrupt, but we're on a schedule. Minjae-ssi needs to get styled before the shoot starts."

Yoona nodded. "Of course. We'll be watching the shoot from the monitor room, but if you need anything, don't hesitate to ask."

"Understood, CEO-nim" Minjae said with a respectful nod. He slightly bowed at them first before following Yewon toward the styling section.

The styling room was spacious, well-lit, and lined with racks of clothing. A long and multiple vanity mirrors stretched across one side, surrounded by bulbs that cast a warm glow.

The air smelled faintly of hair products and expensive cologne.

Minjae sat down on one of the chairs, relaxing slightly as the team of stylists gathered around him.

"Good morning, Minjae-ssi," his hairstylist, Haneul, greeted him. "We're going for something sleek today, but nothing too polished. Just enough to give that effortless 'modern elegance' vibe."

"Sounds good." Minjae nodded. He trust them with his look today so he has no complaints. He knew that they were good at this job.

As Haneul began working on his hair, Minjae took the moment to breathe. The past week had been a whirlwind of emotions. After finishing The Star's Secret and the wrap up party, he finally got some proper rest.

For the first time in a month, he had been able to sleep without worrying about scripts, lines, or early call times. He had spent a few days doing nothing but catching up on rest, eating good food, and resetting his mind.

But now, it was back to work.

His makeup artist, whose name was Nari, worked on his skin with a soft sponge.

"Your skin is looking great, Minjae-ssi. You must've finally gotten some rest after filming."

"Yeah, I actually did." He chuckled.

"Well, enjoy it while you can," she teased. "Because after this campaign, I heard your schedule is about to get crazy again."

"Wouldn't be fun if it wasn't." Minjae uttered with a small smile playing on his lips.

He took this offer so he could have a 'busy' schedule in the future.

The team worked quickly but efficiently, transforming him from his usual self into the face of Lux & Co.'s fall campaign.

His hair was styled to perfection. It was smooth but slightly tousled, as if he had just casually stepped out of a high-end fashion editorial. His makeup was also just subtle yet it emphasized his sharp features.

Finally, Yewon handed him his first outfit. It was a deep charcoal-gray wool coat with a structured cut. It was paired with a turtleneck and tailored trousers. The outfit perfectly blended the warmth of fall.

It was also one of the clothes he had tried on, but looking at it now, it seemed like they tailored it to perfection even more.

Yewon stepped back, tilting her head as she examined Minjae's outfit. A small smile tugged at the corner of her lips. It's only the first outfit but she could already feel that this shoot was about to be successful.

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"Almost perfect," she murmured, reaching for a box of accessories on the styling table.

She pulled out a sleek silver watch and fastened it around Minjae's wrist. "This adds just the right amount of refinement without making it too flashy."

Next, she grabbed a pair of simple yet elegant cufflinks, securing them on the ends of his blazer's sleeves.

Minjae just observed quietly, allowing her to work. She was always meticulous when it came to styling, and he trusted her eye for detail.

Finally, Yewon picked up a thin and dark leather belt with a silver buckle.

"This will pull everything together," she said, adjusting it around his waist.

She stepped back once more, her eyes sweeping over his entire look. Then, with a satisfied nod, she folded her arms.

"Alright, now it's perfect. The outfit already looked great, but these little touches make all the difference."

Minjae turned toward the full-length mirror, studying himself. The accessories truly elevated the look, making it feel even more polished and luxurious.

"You have good instincts," he remarked, adjusting the sleeve of his coat slightly.

Yewon smirked. "Of course I do."

Before Minjae could respond, a staff member knocked lightly on the styling room door.

"Minjae-ssi, we're ready for you on set," they informed him.

Yewon clapped her hands together excitedly.

"Alright, time to work your magic, Minjae-ssi. You can do it!"