Peninsula Asteroid

The MCs for the year-end music festival must be a combination of men and women, and if it is KBS, the TV station of Music Bank, it is reasonable for Ji Jingyuan to think so.

However, An Chengyuan shook his head: "It's not Irene this time, because our company has not confirmed whether you will take the role, so the female MC has not been determined, but I heard that KBS prefers AOA's Seolhyun... I heard that it was specially selected based on you."

"Seolhyun?"

Hearing this name, Ji Jingyuan nodded slightly. Kim Seolhyun is an old acquaintance, but although they have met many times at the TV station and have contact information, they don't have much communication...

And now, Ji Jingyuan's deepest impression of her is the various Reuters photos of her relationship with Yu Zhihao and the light-speed breakup in less than a month. The bizarre development before and after is never boring.

He thought for a while without commenting, and then did not talk about whether he was satisfied with this partner, but instead asked tentatively: "But if you are choosing a partner based on me, shouldn't you choose Irene? Just now, you said that we are a music and silver couple, right?"

"We don't know the specific reason, but I heard that KBS also considered letting you and Irene partner together, but later they may think that Seolhyun is more suitable, or it may be that FNC helped... After all, the position of MC of the year-end music festival is still very popular except for MBC. Except for special existences like Jingyuan that every TV station cannot refuse, it is a very good resource and exposure for any idol."

The agent knows very well: "This year's red Velvet's development can only be described as average. At the same time, after leaving "Music Bank" in the first half of the year, Irene actually has no more successful and popular works this year, and naturally she is not as popular as last year. Compared with Seolhyun, she is indeed a little weaker..."

"Although Seolhyun actually has no works this year, and the few dramas she filmed are worse than the last, AOA also suffered a scandal this year... But FNC has been pushing her hard since last year, and did not give up even when she encountered a scandal. She is basically the only one in AOA who has not been affected by the scandal. She has been receiving various resources and advertisements throughout the year...

"And Irene..."

When it comes to Bae Joo-hyun, Ahn Seung-won shrugged: "Although she works hard, no one pushes her... Can't compare with Seolhyun. ”

“…”

After he finished speaking, Chi Jingyuan, who was sipping coffee, paused with his cup in his hand. The hot coffee soaked into his mouth and caused a slight stinging sensation. The room also became quiet.

Chi Jingyuan originally just asked casually about the KBS year-end MC female partner tentatively, without too many other thoughts. He didn’t care who it was... But when he heard the last sentence of his agent, for some reason, he couldn’t help but feel a sour feeling in his originally calm heart.

Although he knew that what An Chengyuan said was not wrong at all... but it just made him very uncomfortable and a little irritated.

Although he and Bae Joo-hyun had been separated for a long time, there was not much contact in the middle, and he also had a new girlfriend.

But the accumulation of emotions over the years and the various deep memories are not so easy to pass. Chi Jingyuan has always had a special feeling for her in his heart. Every time he meets her or mentions her name, he will unconsciously have a little wave.

And the little sister is that kind of... When I think of her, I think of her face that is obviously fragile but still pretends to be strong, I can't help but want to be partial to her and take care of her.

'No one pushes her at all'

'She can't compare with Seolhyun. '

An Chengyuan's casual words echoed in his ears involuntarily. Chi Jingyuan sipped his coffee and fell into deep thought.

"... Then Jingyuan, if you decide to do the next thing, I will tell the company. "An Chengyuan didn't notice the quiet atmosphere and Chi Jingyuan's mood change. After flipping through the information twice, he continued to speak, ready to make a decision.

"Wait a minute, brother..."

Chi Jingyuan seemed to have made a decision after thinking it over. He put down the cup in his hand, sipped the remaining coffee on his lips, and said to his agent: "Brother, tell the company that I think the 'Yinyin CP' is more suitable for this music festival. Let them push it with KBS."

His tone sounded casual, but it surprised An Chengyuan.

Just now, he thought there would be no waves when he heard Chi Jingyuan's tone. He didn't know why such a big change suddenly happened.

An Chengyuan blinked his eyes and tried to observe Chi Jingyuan's expression, but he didn't find anything wrong after watching for a long time. His expression was calm and his eyes were deep.

But in his heart, he suddenly had some calculations...

But An Chengyuan didn't say much. After observing quietly for a few seconds, he asked tentatively: "Just say it's your opinion?"

"Yes, my opinion."

"Okay, I know. "

The agent nodded. He knew Chi Jingyuan's position in the company and the weight of his words.

Just as if he remembered something, An Chengyuan paused and then asked in a low voice: "Then...what if KBS doesn't want to?"

"..."Chi Jingyuan didn't say anything, just shrugged, raised his eyes and looked at him with a smile.

"...I know. "

After a slight pause, An Chengyuan repeated what he just said...

However, he drank water, as if he was afraid that Chi Jingyuan would be uneasy, and then analyzed again: "Because SBS has put a lot of pressure on it, KBS attaches great importance to whether Jingyuan serves as MC this time, but female MCs actually do not That’s important. It doesn’t matter who your next partner is, as long as it’s suitable... and because of your relationship, the company’s voice will also increase accordingly.”

"Then I'll leave it to you, brother..." Chi Jingyuan nodded, nodding lightly with a smile.

"Jingyuan is really very loyal..."

An Chengyuan also laughed, consciously understanding Chi Jingyuan's psychology: "Speaking of which, I am also a fan of 'Yinyin CP', hahaha."

Although Chi Jingyuan didn't believe what he said about 'fans', it didn't stop the two from complimenting each other happily.

"..."

After talking about the end-of-year itinerary and exchanging pleasantries, Chi Jingyuan suddenly thought of something he had explained before: "By the way, brother, I had previously proposed to the company about Neon's collaboration on a single. How's the discussion going at the ministry?"

What he was talking about was the song he had written earlier based on the inspiration he received from Nai Minami and the Fireworks Festival.

Although the song is actually not completely finished yet, and some details have not yet been finalized, Chi Jingyuan told the company about this in advance a few days ago.

"...Well, you are talking about this."

Hearing Chi Jingyuan mention this matter, An Chengyuan blinked, a trace of embarrassment appeared in the depths of his pupils, but he still smiled and nodded: "Of course there is no problem with the idea of ​​collaborating on a single. The company now encourages you Jingyuan The XO kids are trying to diversify their development. This year, members like Chanyeol and Jongdae have completed their own collaborative single projects.”

"Furthermore, the company has determined that the focus of EXO's activities next year will shift to overseas markets dominated by Neon and Ami. Your idea of ​​a Neon single is also in line with the development trend of XO, and the company still fully agrees with it."

"but……"

As An Chengyuan spoke, the topic suddenly changed. Everything he said before seemed to be foreshadowing this 'but':

"Although the company is very supportive of your proposal, Jingyuan, could you please reconsider the details... If the collaborative single is released in Neon, should you choose a local singer with high visibility and popularity in Neon to collaborate? What's more appropriate? Although Twice's Mina Xi is from Neon, according to the company's survey, Twice has not been active in Neon. Currently, she is not very well-known in Neon, and many people don't know her. The presence."

"And...the demo of the song you named "Fireworks" has been heard by the company. Many musicians including Director Lee Soo Man have given high praise. It is really an excellent song. Song, I think this song can make it easier for you and EXO to explore the neon market, so we attach great importance to it... And the female vocal part you specified is not too difficult to sing. After the company's evaluation, we feel that Twice Mina xi cannot fully interpret the content of this song..."

"so……"

After talking a lot, An Chengyuan paused and tried to persuade: "Jingyuan, would you like to think about it again?"

"..."

After hearing what the agent and the company meant, Chi Jingyuan was speechless for a moment.

Before, he felt that he had suggested collaborating with Minami on a single, and he was very confident that SM would not cause any obstacles at all, because it had been like this for many years, and the real obstacle should be JYP... But He didn't expect that the company was a little reluctant because the quality of the songs was too high.

In this regard, Chi Jingyuan didn't know what to say, and even felt unnaturally speechless in his heart.

He could tell that An Chengyuan and the company's suggestions were sincere and had been carefully considered, and he also knew that most of their construction ideas were actually correct.

only……

Chi Jingyuan was not prepared to listen to their opinions.

Because for him, the meaning of this song is not how much popularity he can earn, let alone how much money he can make.

It's just the memory and record of a night that is unforgettable even for him, and the sublimation of a relationship, just like the hand-painted watercolor painting he placed in front of the bed in his apartment, it has become an important part of the past when he looks back many years later. , will also cherish the memory symbol of nostalgia.

This song... was written for that romantic fireworks night, for that girl in a yukata standing next to him.

Of course he knew that his little girlfriend's singing skills were average and her emotional expression was relatively young, so she might not be able to present the song well live...but if someone else sang it, the original meaning would be lost.

In this story of fireworks and yukata, Nai Minami is the protagonist.

"...I already know the thoughts and suggestions from the company and my brother."

After a moment of silence, facing the agent's expectant eyes, Chi Jingyuan took a breath and said, "But... I still stick to my original idea, because..."

When talking about the reason, Chi Jingyuan stopped, and he didn't know what he thought of. He smiled suddenly, then lowered his head and shook his head, seeming helpless, and then raised his face that was still smiling. , and no longer explained: "That's it."

"Forehead……"

Although his tone was calm and smiling, An Chengyuan felt Chi Jingyuan's persistence and intransigence.

Looking at the handsome smiling face in front of him, and having been together for so long after becoming an agent, he also understood Chi Jingyuan's character very well.

Although this kid is usually really easy to get along with, very polite and has a high emotional intelligence, he is far less difficult to deal with than some rumors... But at some point, when he is strong, he is really strong.

"OK, then I'll discuss it with the company later."

An Chengyuan didn't try to persuade him anymore and agreed...Chi Jingyuan had a lot of rights in music matters, and the company only gave the suggestion because the songs were of high quality and they were very optimistic about it. If Chi Jingyuan doesn't accept it, he will feel a little regretful at most...

Just after he responded, An Chengyuan thought again and asked hesitantly: "There shouldn't be any problem with the planning... But Jingyuan, the single you wrote in the planning book is expected to be released next year, which is still a long time away. Time, do you want to send a cooperation invitation to JYP now?”

The agent's tone was strange, as if he didn't understand the operation of Chi Jingyuan's plan at all.

Chi Jingyuan felt helpless when he heard An Chengyuan's confused tone.

Of course he knows it's a little early to post now... But isn't it that the anniversary of his and Najing Nan's relationship is coming soon? It's also the 100th anniversary, but the little girls in Neon and Peninsula still care about this thing.

After thinking for a long time, he felt that it would be most appropriate to use this song as a gift... and he would let Najing Nan know the news on the 23rd.

Not only Mingjing Nan has been looking forward to this anniversary very early, she also takes no breaks between various activities and takes time to stay up late to knit scarves with her own hands. Chi Jingyuan has actually considered this matter for a long time, even for To cause the greatest emotional impact, all the pulling methods of suppressing first and then increasing were used.

Chi Jingyuan knows himself very well.

Although because of his personality and emotional concepts, he would sometimes do things that would definitely disappoint a woman if she knew about them, and he didn't know what would happen in the future.

But at least during the passionate relationship, he did not hesitate to do his best to take care of the other person, regardless of actual value or emotional value.

At least now, he wants the girl who has eyes for him to feel that she is the happiest... This feeling of running in both directions has become an unforgettable memory no matter how long it takes.

And JYP may not necessarily agree. It will take at least a few days to discuss... He will probably have to make a phone call with Park Jin Young.

"Send it."

…………

"By the way, I didn't have time to ask just now, have you finished Chanyeol's TV series?"

"It has been approved, one of the starring roles, and the filming is expected to start in a while. Your "Ghost" will be released on the 2nd of next month, right? Maybe they will still be your competitors by then."

In the company's canteen, Chi Jingyuan, Wu Shixun, and Jin Junmian, who had finished today's practice mission, were sitting at a table for four, chatting casually while eating.

"Ah, I feel really stressed when you say that..."

Chi Jingyuan chewed the rice in his mouth and sighed emotionlessly: "What's the name of that drama? I remember it seems to be a collaboration with Sooyoung sunbaenim's boyfriend, right?"

"It's called "Missing 9"... Yes, Jung Kyung-ho sunbaenim is Sooyoung Noona's boyfriend." Wu Shixun's mouth twitched when he heard his sinister tone and nodded.

"It seems like the two of them have been dating for a long time, right?"

"It's been a long time, it was revealed in 2014, but I heard they were together a long time ago. It seems like it's been five or six years now?"

"So long? If you look at it this way, they might get married in the future?"

"That's not necessarily true." Jin Junmian shook his head and said very experiencedly: "According to my observation, couples who have been dating for too long have a very low chance of getting married..."

As he was talking, his phone felt a vibration in his pocket. He stopped with his chopsticks and took out his phone to take a look. It was a text message sent by Yu Dingyan: "Oppa, is XO really that profitable?"

"What makes money?"

Chi Jingyuan didn't react to this meaningless text message, and asked back strangely.

"It's the list that Forbes just released... Oppa, didn't you read the current hot searches?"

ah?

Chi Jingyuan was confused when he saw what Yu Dingyan said, but he immediately became interested and stopped eating. He swiped out the screen and started searching online. At the same time, he asked the members next to him: "Have you seen the current hot searches? It seems like There is some kind of list..."

“What hot search?”

"List? Let me take a look."

When several people nearby heard this, they stopped their chopsticks and took out their mobile phones to read.

Chi Jingyuan didn't have to look for it for too long. He easily found the hot and red entry related to #EXO at the top of Naver's hot search list.

"EXO was included in the Forbes list and its annual income exceeds that of the American boy group"

This title was really shocking. Chi Jingyuan clicked on it and quickly browsed the news content.

"Forbes, a well-known Aramco magazine, today released the list of "Top 30 Earnings of Celebrities Under 30 in 2016".

EXO ranks sixth on the list with an annual income of 57 million US dollars (about 78 billion won), second only to Taylor Swift, Adele, Rihanna and other European and American superstars. It is also the male group with the highest annual income in the list except for the One Direction group.

And Big Bang ranks 13th on the list with an annual income of 44 million US dollars (about 60 billion won).

Forbes said that "EXO's annual income exceeds the highest annual income record of the representative male group in the United States."

In addition, the two male groups were also selected for the "2016 Forbes 100 Celebrity List", writing a new record in the history of popular music in the peninsula, once again confirming the world-class influence of Kpop. "