Life is Easier If You're Handsome novel Chapter 95

Answer Me 1988 — Third Series

Even though previous installments had set the stage for success, there was still something on CP Joo Myunghan’s mind.

"To hit a 20% average viewership just once..."

If a cable TV drama could achieve a 20% average viewership, the ripple effect would be unimaginable.

"If only that could happen, really..."

The mere thought brought a smile to his face. He felt more convinced than ever that they absolutely needed Kim Donghu for this dream.

"Absolutely, absolutely! Kim Donghu!"

He reiterated his casting choice, yet reality had a different answer.

"...He’ll have to audition, right? We initially agreed on that."

With PD Shin Seonho’s reminder, CP Joo Myunghan quickly brought himself back to reality.

"That’s true."

No one wanted success more than him. He wanted an actor who was as passionate about the project as they were, and the audition was how they’d confirm that. Any actor unwilling to audition was out of the question from the start. “Answer Me” didn’t believe in fixed casting, proof of their dedication to the show’s success.

"But his last drama hit 30%, and his recent work, Ilshik, reached 40%." "Even so, Writer Jung is really adamant about the audition." "Ugh! Right, I remember now! How sad!" "Besides, we don’t even have a script yet. Planning out the cast already... it’s a bit premature." "Hmm, you’re not wrong."

Still, what if—what if Kim Donghu failed the audition due to performance or role issues?

"What if he just decides not to audition?"

Surely that wouldn’t happen?