Peninsula Asteroid

Minato Saki looked blankly at Ming Jingmin who was clenching her fists beside her.

Although the volume was not loud and her voice was a little milky... but she could still clearly feel Ming Jingmin's attachment, infatuation, determination, and perseverance from her eyes, tone, and even momentum.

These words are the characteristics rarely seen in the life of this gentle girl she is familiar with, but at this time, they all appeared on her a little abruptly.

She knew that Ming Jingmin was not actually a tough character. She was introverted, lazy, gentle, homely, smart, and occasionally a little black-bellied. She was not good at and did not like things related to struggle.

But at this time, she was so calm and determined...

For some reason, Minato Saki suddenly felt that her little sister seemed to be glowing, which stung her eyes a little and hurt her a little, and there was a trace of self-ashamed.

She knew some of the little thoughts buried deep in her heart... If it were her, would she be as persistent as she was?

Minato Saki did not know the answer, but her confidence in herself had dimmed a little.

But she quickly came back to her senses, her eyes curved, and she smiled and gestured with her fist: "Mina-chan! I'm so proud! I just got it!"

"Hehe~"

After playing around for a while, Minatosaki Sana saw that Mingjing Minami seemed to have remembered something, picked up her phone and took a beautiful selfie of herself, and after a long time of selection, she sent it out.

Without asking, she knew it must be sent to Chi Jingyuan.

Then she saw the little sister think about it again, then lowered her head and began to tap the screen... Minatosaki Sana came closer, and Mingjing Minami didn't mean to cover it up, so she easily saw what she typed:

"Wait a few days, Yuan-chan, you are free, let's go to the movies!"

After Mingjing Minami sent it, Minatosaki Sana couldn't help but whispered: "Just now in the background, didn't you... Why are you sending messages now?"

"And it seems that the only good movie recently is "Doctor Strange", but Mina, didn't you say before that you only like Iron Man and have no interest in "Doctor Strange"? ”

“It’s because my expression just now was not very good, so I have to send a message. I can’t let that woman succeed!”

Mingjing Nan rubbed the corner of her mouth with her tongue, smiled lightly, and said softly:

“I’m really not interested, but it still depends on who I’m with…”

“Besides, I’m not here to watch a movie.”

…………

Although today’s AAA was full of the absurdity and carelessness of a makeshift team, the guest lineup was very strong after all, and a lot of publicity and preheating were done before. The double awards for actors + singers were indeed innovative, so the ratings and popularity were still very amazing.

The ambiguity between male and female idols, the secrets and subtleties behind the scenes, of course, were not seen by the audience, but just the things seen on the stage and on the scene were enough to cause widespread discussion.

And the most interesting thing was that after the AAA live broadcast ended, what everyone was arguing about was not the awarding of the awards, who won and who didn’t, whether there was a shady pork-sharing, which would appear after most award ceremonies, but the topic of the actors’ black faces during the idol stage performance tonight was hotly discussed.

I don’t know if it’s because it’s the first time this year, AAA’s director seems to have little experience. It’s obvious that the few reaction shots of the actors at the opening of Blackpink’s stage were already ugly, but they kept giving the actors various close-up reaction shots afterwards. Every idol’s stage must let the audience see the actors’ noble reactions. I don’t know if they are showing off today’s guest lineup, or just want to make the audience and fans uncomfortable.

As a result, it naturally caused strong dissatisfaction among many group fans, and even many passers-by accused them of being unable to stand it:

“I’m really disgusted. Why do I feel that those actors are attending a funeral instead of watching a performance?”

“The lights are so gorgeous, the music is so loud, and the fans behind are still screaming and cheering, but you can still have no expression at all, as if you are afraid that a smile will affect your status... Your expression management is really better than that of idols, it’s really hard for you.”

“Do you have to show your nobility by maintaining a proud attitude to belittle others, or even belittle an industry... The problem is that you are not that noble. There are many actors whose names I have never heard of, even As for the new actors who just debuted, they have the ugliest expressions. I really don't understand. Do the ratings of the dramas you guys have combined have more than half of Yuan's? Do you earn more than one-fifth of EXO's? "

"Indeed, although Yuan has achieved great success in his acting career through his acting skills, in the public's first impression, he is still an idol... But he seemed quite satisfied when he talked about it on the show."

"Ah, bastard, I%￥... I'm so angry. Our Blackpink was doing the opening performance, and what kind of expression did Park Shin Hye have? She tilted her head and looked like she was looking at a dead person. Our four girls must have seen it very clearly and must have been very sad. I feel sad when I think about it."

"Why did you only talk about Park Shin Hye? The whole row of people were obviously expressionless. Did they hear that Blackpink didn't turn on the mic...and it wasn't just Blackpink, including Twice, Cosmic Girls, AOA, Seventeen, and all the idols. The performances of all the groups are like watching the dead, except EXO.”

"Yeah, why are the actors below the only ones giving so much face when EXO is performing? Even Zhao Zhenxiong is supporting them?"

"I can answer you this. First of all, EXO's status has obviously surpassed that of ordinary idols. They have made outstanding contributions in promoting Kpop and Korean culture. Even actors must maintain the most basic respect, and It’s Yuan. He is very well-connected in the film and television industry. Zhao Zhenxiong has collaborated with him in "Signal". Park Shin Hye is also a well-known friend of his in the industry. She is still filming with Suzy, so he must give face when he goes on stage."

"Park Shin Hye is really a two-faced person who looks at what others are doing. Her face was as dark as before. Wuli Bunny was expressionless throughout the performance and didn't even bother to applaud. When EXO and Yuan came on stage at the back, they immediately laughed like flowers. Same, it’s really disgusting!”

"Today was actually okay. Although some people did have stiff expressions throughout the whole process, there were also excellent actors like Yoona, Suzy, Park Bo Gum, Kim Yoo Jung, and Kim Ji Won who were cheerful throughout the process, always trying to support, and respecting others, so In fact, the atmosphere is not particularly cold... The stage of the Apink Grand Bell Awards in 2014 and the Girls' Generation Grand Bell Awards in 2011 were the most indifferent in history. It was really like watching a dead person... Hey, no matter what Big Bell Award?”

"Actually, it's okay if the other actors are more aloof. After all, these people have always had such high self-esteem... What I'm most angry about are Li Zhengxin and NANA. One of them is from the band CNBLUE, and the other is also a former idol. They used to be singers, but after transforming into actors, today AAA is even more indifferent than other essential actors. They are afraid that others will not know that they are also actors. They are really mean-spirited!"

"..."

After the trip, most idols would go online to read the comments about themselves afterwards, and Chi Jingyuan was no exception... But when he casually logged into the forum, he saw such a lively scene.

He is actually quite grateful for the anger of fans and the indignation of passers-by, because he stands from the perspective of an idol. In fact, I am very unhappy with many actors who have high self-esteem and disrespect for others.

Just like what was said in a message I just saw, you are no better than those who have something and nothing. In terms of career, your combined ratings are less than half of mine. In terms of money, you don’t make as much as me. You don’t know how to be arrogant in front of me. What...

Chi Jingyuan actually doesn't have much idea about the status in these circles. In his eyes, they are all pretty much the same, but some people just have that inexplicable sense of superiority and insist on showing their superiority and inferiority.

In fact, it’s settled now.

This situation was the most serious in the past. When Girls' Generation participated in the Daejong Awards in 2011, they were completely ignored. At that time, SNSD was at its peak and was very popular. As soon as the live broadcast came out, fans immediately became angry after seeing it. , along with passers-by who were also upset because they were disrespectful, they directly attacked the organizer and actors. At that time, several big-name actors were scolded to pieces, and their reputation and reputation plummeted.

As a result, in the second year, Girls' Generation once again appeared on the Daejong Awards stage, provocatively singing exactly the same old songs as last year, but when the camera turned to the bottom, all the actors' faces became less stiff and they all laughed. , and some even sing along.

But in fact, these actors don’t really care about idols. They are just afraid that their image will decline. After all, this is an unspoken rule and social phenomenon in the peninsula. The high status of actors is due to their hard work many years ago. , as well as the spread of Korean Wave in recent years, even if Chi Jingyuan has nothing to say about it, there is nothing he can do about it.

...Fortunately, through these years of activities, he still has some face. At least if he is forced to perform at some venues such as the Big Bell Awards, he will not be completely ignored. He still has this confidence. .

Moreover, in recent years, especially since last year, streaming media has begun to develop rapidly. At the same time, with the efforts of EXO and other groups, Kpop has gradually begun to develop overseas markets, and has also attracted the attention of many brands including Europe's top luxury brands. , the income of the leading idol in the Peninsula men's and women's group began to increase significantly.

EXO has the most say. Their share last year was more than one or two levels higher than the previous two years, and this year it will still go up to a higher level.

... The building that Wu Shixun valued the year before last and was planning to save money to buy has been abandoned, because judging from his current income, it is a little small... However, this kind of singing has no words, the stage is bordered, and he usually picks his feet. Members who still get to share the group income equally are really share thieves.

If this momentum continues, after EXO opens the overseas market, as the market expands deeper and deeper, the income of the leading idols who follow them will also see a significant increase, and it will increase year by year.

Maybe in a few years, when the income of popular idols is much higher than that of actors of the same level, their status will naturally gradually increase.

After all, no matter how stubborn and veteran you are, your ability to attract money is ultimately more important.

Idou Chi Jingyuan sincerely hopes that this situation can be improved.

…The comments section is full of complaints about the actors’ bad faces, mixed with posts like ‘Who opened the microphone and who didn’t’, ‘Twice’s styling is so good’, ‘Why did Yuan wear casual clothes on stage?’ There are all kinds of topics, but no one really cares about the awards.

The main job of an awards ceremony is completely absent, but the popularity and various controversies are terrifyingly high

I don’t know whether the organizer should cry or laugh.

…………

“Are there any good movies recently?”

Ji Jingyuan was browsing his phone, thinking of the text message sent by Ming Jingnan yesterday, and asked Wu Shixun next to him.

Today is the second day after AAA ended. Today, Ji Jingyuan didn’t go to the crew after getting up. After lunch, he went directly to the company to prepare for the final practice of the MMA stage process on the 19th.

“Doctor Strange, I saw on the news that it has been the champion for three consecutive weeks, and the box office will soon exceed five million.”

Wu Shixun didn’t even check, and replied directly with understanding.

"Is it good?"

"It's OK, the special effects are good, aren't all Marvel movies like that..."

"Did you go to see it with Junmyeon and the others?"

"Ani, I went to see it with my girlfriend... Why, you want to go with Mina?"

After answering two sentences, Wu Sehun understood something and looked over: "We found a late-night show... But don't copy me, you and Mina will be recognized anytime you go."

"..."

Ji Jingyuan nodded when he heard this. His national popularity is indeed much higher, and his girlfriend is also a popular idol, which is definitely more conspicuous than Wu Sehun and his girlfriend outside the circle.

But Mingjingnan should know this.

What she meant was…

Wu Se-hun seemed to have remembered something and added: “By the way, there’s also Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, which was just released yesterday. It should be good too. I think the reviews are pretty good too.”

After a brief thought, he understood. Thinking of his girlfriend Chi Jingyuan, he smiled and said nothing more. He joked: “Recently, all the movies released are Hollywood blockbusters. It must be very stressful for Kyung-soo to compete with these movies?”

The movie “Brother” starring Do Kyung-soo will be released next week. This is his second movie as the leading actor. Recently, there have been previews and live broadcasts, and all kinds of publicity are very important.

But, several opponents of the same period seem to be a little too strong…

“It’s quite stressful.”

Wu Se-hun nodded, tutted his lips, and didn’t worry. Instead, he said in a strange tone: “But I can only support him with one, no, two movie tickets.”

“Hahaha.”

Chi Jingyuan couldn’t help laughing.

Dou Kyung-soo has starred in several movies, and his resources are surprisingly good. If the box office is still a big hit, it would be strange if Wu Se-hun didn’t feel jealous.

Although the dormitory line relationship is actually very good... but the relationship between people is really complicated.

"By the way, I forgot to ask before, has Chanyeol brother been selected for that TV series..." Chi Jingyuan remembered something and just asked, but before he finished speaking, the door of the practice room was pushed open, and the manager An Chengyuan walked in. After seeing Chi Jingyuan, he waved directly: "Jingyuan, come here."

Chi Jingyuan immediately stood up and followed him out.

Just now, this brother had sent a text message to him to confirm the location, so he knew in advance that the manager was coming.

After chatting casually all the way to the office, I took the coffee that An Chengyuan took the initiative to hand over, thanked him and sat on the stool, and then I heard the agent talk about business:

"... The company and the crew have already communicated the time. After MMA, we will start shooting the winter special theme song "for life". The company"

An Chengyuan didn't know where he learned this habit from. He took a cup of hot tea and sipped it happily for a few times before speaking... If Kim Taeyeon saw this behavior, she would despise him: "In order to increase the Japanese market next year, this MV company also invited a Japanese female artist to play the female lead in the MV."

"Who is the Japanese female artist?" Chi Jingyuan asked curiously.

"Sakuraba Nanami, she is not very old but debuted very early. She has appeared in many dramas but is not very famous... I don't know if you know her, but she should be in line with your aesthetic taste. She is a very beautiful female artist. I will see her in two days."

An Chengyuan's expression has a hint of greasy middle-aged man... making Chi Jingyuan feel that this female artist does not meet his aesthetic taste, but very much in line with this brother's aesthetic taste.

But before he could say anything, the agent quickly changed the subject: "But this is not the point. The point is that after all the preparations for the winter album are completed, Jingyuan's personal solo album will officially begin production... The preliminary preparations have actually been completed a long time ago, and they are just waiting for you."

"Uh...but "Goblin" will be broadcast next month, and it will be filmed and broadcast at the same time. I guess I will be on the crew most of the time."

After hearing this, Chi Jingyuan was not surprised, but his face was still bitter.

"There's no way, that's how the schedule is arranged. If you don't start making the album next month, the originally scheduled release date may be postponed to February next year... But there are many plans to support your solo, and we will follow up There are also arrangements for other members, and even other artists in the company, and they have to stagger their schedules with you, so we really can’t delay it any longer.”

Although An Chengyuan understood, he could only pat him on the shoulder and sighed: "I can only help you a little bit... "Goblin" should be finished in January next year, right? You can put the more time-consuming work on the album later. , it should be easier to focus on it after the TV series is over.”

"……I see."

Chi Jingyuan did not hesitate when he heard this, but nodded directly.

Just be a little tired if you feel tired. Of course, you can't say no to your solo.

"Have you decided on the song selection?"

"Well, I've already thought about it. I'll talk about it at the formal production meeting."

"Okay..." An Chengyuan nodded, and then took out a book of information from the folder next to him: "Then this is the invitation from KBS, asking you to be the director of the event held on December 26 this year. The presenter of the 'Excellence Award in the Comedy Department' of the Performing Arts Awards... The company has already taken the next step."

"Oh, with whom?"

It's just a trivial matter to present awards to guests. Chi Jingyuan responded and asked casually... This kind of awards are given to men and women together.

"It's Irene from red velvet. Although she has been out for a long time, Yinyin CP still has a lot of fans. It is very popular. It would be a gimmick to appear on the same stage, so the organizer specially invited the two of you to come together. Go and give awards..."

An Chengyuan didn't seem to understand the inside story very well, and said very naturally: "It just so happened that Irene was a candidate for an award in a variety show that she regularly starred in on KBS this year. She was supposed to be there... but I heard from their agent that it was impossible. Just get the prize.”

"……oh"

Suddenly hearing Pei Zhuhyun's name, Chi Jingyuan was stunned for a moment, and then took a sip of coffee to make himself look more natural. He nodded lightly and said nothing more: "I understand."

"In addition to awarding awards, there is also this..."

He didn’t pay much attention to the issue of awarding guests, and then An Chengyuan talked about another invitation: “This is the key point, it’s the invitation from KBS, inviting you Jingyuan to be the December 2C, but this is different from the awarding guest. Likewise, the work is relatively heavy and requires several rehearsals, so the company didn’t agree directly and wanted to ask for your opinion.”

After speaking, he added: "...but KBS is very willing. Last year's cooperation with "Music Bank" gave them a very good impression of you, and your own popularity and nationality are also a very good publicity topic. If you become an MC, the popularity can overwhelm SBS by a lot... This year is the 20th anniversary of the launch of SBS. I heard that the end of the year song competition is very big, and these stations have to compete for it every year at this time. of."

"MC?"

Chi Jingyuan blinked and repeated.

The 'Gayo Daeju Festival' is a song battle, just called by different names to distinguish it. It is an important party that the three major TV stations must hold at the end of every year. It is somewhat similar to the Spring Festival Gala of Xiaguo. The ratings and discussion are very high. , only the most popular idol artists of the year can perform on stage, and those who can serve as MC must be popular artists with both popularity and nationality.

...For example, Yoona sunbaenim has been the MC of MBC Gayo Daejeon for many years... Although Ji Kyung-won has always felt that MBC's year-end party is the worst among the three major TV stations.

But this has nothing to do with Yoona sunbaenim.

Being the MC at the end of the year is a good exposure for any idol. Although Chi Kyung-won doesn't really need it, it is KBS's sincere recognition of him, and after thinking about it, he is quite interested... ...After so long since his debut, he has never served as an MC at such an important party or ceremony.

Although, MC probably had to rehearse several times in advance... But at that time, he was extremely busy, and he was busy with everything, so it didn't matter.

"This is quite interesting, I have no problem with it."

Chi Jingyuan didn't think long before he agreed. He took a sip of coffee and asked with a smile, "Who will be my partner?"

He paused for a moment, and for some unknown reason asked with a little expectancy:

"Or, Irene?"