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<Pinocchio 'Lee Ha-eun' forms a team again with 'Hwang Ji-hyuk', the winner of 'Sit On The Money'>

<Not as an actor, but as a singer. 'Lee Ha-eun' appears on Infinite Challenge>

<All members of Infinite Challenge are calling out to 'My Destiny' sung by Han Yoo-hwa>

<'A stage to be remembered for a long time', 'Lee Ha-eun's aspirations revealed in front of star singers>

Articles discussing Ha-eun’s participation in <Infinite Challenge Music Festival>.

Most articles focused on the fact that this would be Ha-eun’s first broadcast activity as a singer, not as an actor.

There were certainly gazes filled with doubt about Ha-eun, who still has a strong image as an actor, appearing as a singer.

Regardless, the other guests except for Ha-eun were undeniably famous as ‘singers.’

However, a few months ago, the 10th album of DuBly, which had dominated the music charts for a while.

It was also highlighted that Ha-eun featured in three songs, including the title track “Tunnel.”

Above all, the person who once played young Han Yoo-hwa in <My Love from the Star>.

“Memories that are gradually forgotten—♪ I shout that it’s you—♪♪”

Now, having become a proper singer, her scene singing the OST of <My Love from the Star> became a hot topic.

– How could I forget you, Yoo-hwa ㅠㅠㅠㅠ

– Am I the only one who thinks this version sounds better?

ㄴ Me too

ㄴ 3333 It feels like there’s more emotion? ㅠㅠㅠ

ㄴ Definitely more sorrowful than the original.

– Can’t you upload a full recording of ‘My Destiny’ somewhere like YouTube?

– She really sings beautifully…

In conclusion, there was no controversy, nor even a semblance of one.

The stigma of being a ‘casted guest’ from Lee June, a fixed member of <Infinite Challenge>, was also not attached.

It was a situation where everything was proven by talent alone.

She was acknowledged as fully deserving of being the only highlight at this <Infinite Challenge Music Festival>.

However, the spotlight was not only on her as singer Pinocchio.

“Now even my sins belong to you, Kyle. Regret it deeply until the day you die.”

A video introducing ‘Lee Ha-eun’ to the viewers of <Infinite Challenge>.

Originally, it was meant to be a reaction video where Lee June and Lee Gun-yeol directly filmed Ha-eun’s performance.

However, due to unavoidable reasons, that video was replaced by the official YouTube channel of Narrae Academy, and it had an unexpected effect.

– The current situation of high school student festivals. MP4

– Is this how musicals always are? It’s awesome.

ㄴ You have to see it in person for it to be real.

ㄴ But it already ended, how can I see it now?

– Wow, what happened with that costume?

– The moment of being a true diva was insane ㅠㅠㅠ

– I watched ‘Falling Together’ as a web novel, and it totally has that vibe.

– Will they not do a rerun later?

ㄴ Since it’s a high school festival performance, there probably won’t be a rerun, right?

Strictly speaking, Ha-eun’s <Falling Together> video aired for less than a minute.

Nevertheless, the alien emotional lines delivered during that fleeting moment caused the official YouTube channel of Narrae Academy’s view count to soar.

In particular, a video with only Ha-eun’s highlights was ranked among the rising popular videos, albeit briefly.

Thus, while things that were already revealed to the world were actively re-highlighted.

– Step.

A new advertisement that had been filmed long ago revealed its existence with soft footsteps.

The first thing to catch people’s eyes was Ha-eun emerging from what seemed like a library.

Her pace was neither too fast nor slow, leading her to a spacious bedroom.

Casual attire that casually exuded a neat atmosphere and relaxation.

Not long after, Ha-eun perched herself on the edge of a brand new Sears bed, blinking once.

Soon, her slightly tilted head and slowly descending hands over the bed revealed a glimpse of her delicate shoulder through her oversized white sweater.

The charming gaze that had been languorously fixed on the camera was gently retracted.

Then, the scene gradually transitioned to her slowly sinking into the cozy blanket.

– Sigh.

She lay down completely, halfway covered by the pure white blanket.

On her beautiful face that was radiating comfort, a languid smile blossomed.

Thus, once again, Ha-eun’s eyelids slowly began to close.

Eventually, as Ha-eun turned comfortably to her side.

At almost the same time, her uniquely calm voice began to play.

“Live comfortably. Sears Bed.”

The five letters of Sears Bed were quietly and clearly imprinted in people’s minds.

The lingering noble aura that flowed from the beginning to the end of the advertisement lasted for quite some time.

Perhaps because of this.

– The CF quality turned out really well.

– An actor is still an actor bb.

– Is she the one from Yeongwol?

ㄴ People look totally different, she’s really pretty ㄹㅇ.

ㄴ You didn’t watch the last episode of Gu Ga Dal, did you?

– But seriously, it was shot really well, right?

– This is the first advertisement I want to check daily.

Interest in Ha-eun’s Sears Bed advertisement surged, naturally.

Interest in the bed that Ha-eun advertised also grew exponentially.

Moreover.

“Isn’t it tiring to wake up early for school? Back in my day, waking up in the morning was the hardest.”

“Honestly, I used to feel a bit tired before changing the bed. But since I changed it, I definitely feel better.”

Ever since Ha-eun herself mentioned the Sears bed, clearer changes began to show.

Perhaps because of her ‘model student’ image, inquiries for purchases from families with examination students flooded in literally.

And eventually, the perfect brand of ‘Lee Ha-eun’ was established.

The image of Ha-eun as ‘the young lady’ was solidified, originally sparked by <Two Nights and Three Days> and firmly established by this Sears Bed advertisement.

“I think I need to convey additional schedules to the factory side. Just the orders that came in right now alone….”

Sears’ predicted sales increase soared far beyond expectations.

It wasn’t only a few who considered purchasing just because the bed was used by ‘Lee Ha-eun.’

<This fall's ruler is Sears, the enormous branding impact of 'Lee Ha-eun'>

<'Lee Ha-eun's advertised bed model sold out. Delivery alone takes over a month.'>

<With Chuseok approaching, Sears stores are bustling, firmly establishing their position as the number one furniture company this fall.>

‘…It must be going well, right?’

Ha-eun’s reaction to articles discussing Sears’ rapid ascent was one of relief or comfort.

She didn’t quite grasp how significant this sales increase was yet.

‘Hmm, her voice was quite excited.’

What she could roughly infer from the ripple effect caused by her advertisement was the voice of Park Hwan-soo that came through her phone that morning.

His voice, which mentioned that Ha-eun’s Sears bed advertisement achieved something beyond mere success, ended with a request for future cooperation.

Well, anyway.

Since Ha-eun’s advertisement had no negative effects, she didn’t think it necessary to overthink.

She was still somewhat overwhelmed in calming Ha-eun’s current situation.

The time had come for the <Infinite Challenge Music Festival> performance day at Gocheok Sky Dome.

The location was the waiting room set up inside Gocheok Sky Dome.

And the situation she faced was.

“Do you know how long Ha-eun and I have been friends?”

“I even married her. Your Highness, could you step out a bit?”

A morning drama in itself.

‘…How on earth did it turn out like this?’

To be precise, there hadn’t even been a rehearsal yet, let alone makeup and costume changes for the main performance.

Currently, Yoo Sung-jae and Da-yeon, who suddenly formed a rivalry right before Ha-eun’s eyes, initially had no conflict.

Both Yoo Sung-jae and Da-yeon had come to congratulate Ha-eun on her Gocheok Sky Dome performance.

That was clearly the official reason.

However, the moment Yoo Sung-jae handed a bouquet that Da-yeon hadn’t prepared and said, “Congratulations on the dome performance,” things took a different turn.

More accurately.

“Can I take a photo before heading to the rehearsal later?”

“Oh, sure.”

Once they began to set up for a photo to be uploaded to Ha-eun and Yoo Sung-jae’s Instagram accounts.

-Swish.

-Snap!

“…? Da-yeon?”

For some reason, Da-yeon, whose eyes had been elongated, suddenly burrowed right next to Ha-eun.

In a state of confusion, Yoo Sung-jae initially took a photo with all three of them together, but since Da-yeon wouldn’t move away for some reason.

‘…They aren’t going to end up asking who’s better, are they—’

“Are you not going to choose me over the queen, my lady?”

“My lady? Who are you calling my lady!”

As a result, a sudden love triangle centered around Ha-eun was formed.

Of course, Yoo Sung-jae’s face, mostly joking, was filled with playfulness.

The frowning expression of Da-yeon, however, contained pure 100% sincerity.

And so, they managed to calm Da-yeon down only after taking over ten photos with her.

In terms of actual meetings, she had met Yoo Sung-jae far fewer times than with Da-yeon, yet she did not relent her mischievousness towards Yoo Sung-jae.

Naturally, this unexpected morning drama among the three was all captured by the cameras of <Infinite Challenge Music Festival>.

It was set to be released to the world later under the title “The Yeongwol Struggle between Crown Prince Lee Hyeon and Queen Yoon.”

Anyway, now that it was almost time for the first rehearsal.

“I’ll see you two later!”

She almost fled from the waiting room.

Although she felt uneasy about Da-yeon and Yoo Sung-jae being seated right next to each other, there really wasn’t much else she could say except to tell them not to fight for now.

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