star of the peninsula

There's actually not much to talk about at High Up, it's just about consolidating my network, and the main focus is still on my trip to Cube Entertainment.

"You seemed quite happy chatting with the two producers just now. Have you worked together before?"

Chen Chen drove to Cube Entertainment and asked the question on the way.

"No, although Heiyan Bisheng is a very famous producer, there is no reason for us to cooperate." Shirley replied: "We can chat well only because I really want to establish a connection with them and they also want to establish a connection with me. It's a two-way process."

"That's right." Chen Chen thought about it and felt that it was indeed the case. "You are the first senior executive to appear in C headquarters, and they are very outstanding producers in recent years. You both have needs for each other."

"In fact, there is a more important point." Shirley smiled and added: "Although the final result is to help C headquarters, it will be easier for them to face me."

"What do you mean?" Chen Chen asked casually.

"What are you talking about? Do you really not know or are you pretending not to know?!" Shirley glanced at him with a sidelong glance, and couldn't help but show a little pride, "Which producer in South Korea would not feel pressured when facing you, PD Chen?! To be able to remain calm, one must have a very strong mentality."

"The billboard that countless people are desperately trying to get to is actually a park near your home where you can go whenever you want. This is clearly a dimensionality reduction attack."

"As for today's musicians, if they don't respect you like a god, at least they won't dare to speak loudly to you, and the more successful the producer is, the more likely they are to do so."

"High-achieving producers have access to Billboard and know how hard it is to get on that chart, so they can understand that you are not on the same level as them."

"When you face a monster from another world, I don't believe you, Chen, will be able to remain calm." Shirley snorted, "Can you do it?"

"I don't know. After all, I haven't seen the second one yet. But I do understand a little bit of what you said." Chen Chen sighed slightly, "I actually never thought of myself this way. I am just a commercial person, different from other producers who pursue artistic pursuits."

"You're so pretentious, Chen Chen." Shirley had the urge to punch him, but since he was driving, she had to hold back. "But you do have a business invitation, do you want to accept it?"

"Oh?" Chen Chen's eyes suddenly lit up, and he was very interested. "A business invitation from my PD Chen? Is it so important that you need to report it to me?!"

There are so many invitations for PD Chen, including invitations to sing songs and do other things, and also invitations from other countries and regions in South Korea.

But Chen Chen almost never does this now, so unless it is an invitation of extremely high standards, it won’t even reach Chen Chen’s ears.

Now that Shirley has suddenly brought up an invitation herself, it’s hard for Chen Chen not to be interested!

"A music invitation from Riot Games." Shirley forwarded an email to Chen Chen. "Please read the details yourself. The general content is that they want you to write a theme song for the animation they are going to release. They were extremely satisfied with your previous works that were purchased, so you are the first choice for the theme song producer. They will look for someone else only if you refuse."

"Oh~ A fist~"

Chen Chen stepped on the brakes and slowly slowed down the car. Too much information flashed through his mind, and it was not safe to continue driving at a high speed.

In fact, when Chen Chen heard the name of Riot Games, he knew what he wanted to do and what the other party wanted. He didn't even need to spend much time looking for the product, Chen Chen could just take it out directly.

But in addition to these necessary information, he also couldn't help but think of many other things, which was the price he had to pay.

When extracting keywords, it is inevitable to reread the entire article. There is no way around it.

"Okay, I understand. Please answer it for me."

Chen Chen sped up again and the organization of the data was completed.

"You accepted it so easily. Is this company so prestigious in your eyes?"

Shirley just felt it was strange. It's not like she hadn't looked up information about this company, but after checking the information, not only did she not understand, she also didn't think that Chen Chen, who was in the Korean entertainment industry, needed to give face to an overseas game company.

"I have my own plans. Besides, this game company has some respect in my eyes." Chen Chen said a name, "They are from Penguin, understand?"

When Shirley mentioned penguins, all her doubts disappeared instantly. She knew that this was what she had to do.

It would be fine if Chen Chen didn't give face, but giving face could be seen as a gesture of goodwill to the penguin.

……

When a senior leader came to inspect, all the important leaders of Cube Entertainment stood outside the door to greet him.

"Long time no see, Boss Hong, how have you been lately?"

Chen Chen greeted Hong Shengcheng enthusiastically, but Hong Shengcheng's eyes were on Shirley behind Chen Chen.

He heard that when some people in Cube Entertainment wanted to jump on board C Headquarters, it was this lady who helped him to secure his position in the company.

"Hello." Hong Shengcheng greeted Chen Chen and then came to Shirley. While shaking hands, he gently said, "Thank you."

Shirley was a little confused, but when she saw Chen Chen's look, she naturally understood something and handled the situation well.

Since he had chosen the right time to promote Shirley, Chen Chen would naturally help pave the way for her.

At least the matter of Boss Hong from C Headquarters supporting him some time ago was completely pinned on Shirley by Chen, so it can be said that President Hong of Cube Entertainment owes Shirley a big favor.

The weather was still quite cold, so the greetings did not last long, and the group found an opportunity to move into the meeting room.

Chen Chen did not speak at the meeting. After Shirley said a few meaningless words, the meeting was adjourned. Then Chen Chen, along with Boss Hong and his three companions, went to the president's office for a small meeting.

"We are here this time to discuss two things with Boss Hong."

At the meeting, Chen Chen regained his absolute authority.

"Please tell me."

Hong Shengcheng is very clear about his current status and his attitude is frighteningly good.

He dared to set his sights on the decaying iHQ, but he absolutely dared not to set his sights on the prosperous and still rising C headquarters, not to mention that C headquarters was his backstage and they were his own people.

"How far have (G)I-DLE's next comeback plan progressed?" Chen Chen opened his mouth and confused Boss Hong's mind. "C headquarters wants to take over this comeback plan."

"..."

"C Headquarters, taking over (G)I-DLE's comeback planning?"

Hong Shengcheng read these words together again after his mind was confused.

My original intention was to make myself more sober, but after reading it, I felt even more dizzy, because after my brain understood it, it was hit by an unbearable shock.

In the deadly survival game of the Korean idol entertainment circle, a big boss suddenly said to a small account mixed in the middle level, "I'll take you to the next copy." What a weird and shocking scene!
It is true that (G)I-DLE is not a small account in the middle level, but C headquarters is indeed a top boss. The impact has not decreased but has continued to increase because of the realism.

"why?"

Hong Shengcheng really wanted to nod and agree immediately, but his great curiosity drove him to ask despite the pressure.

My arms were shaking a little because I was afraid that if I asked this question, I would miss this opportunity.

"Hone the new operations team of C headquarters, and let Sulli get in touch with idol operations." Chen Chen glanced at Sulli, "She doesn't need to be able to make plans, but she needs to understand what goes into comeback planning, so that she can better help these people in the future."

It can also prevent you from being deceived by the twists and turns inside. This is the more important purpose, but Chen Chen did not say this.

“Why not?”

Hong Shengcheng stopped talking.

Why not use Integrate? If I ask this question, I will seem a little stupid.

Can Integrate be used for training? Even the top entertainment companies would not have such a luxurious idea.

"Cube Entertainment is willing to hand over the planning and operation of (G)I-DLE's next comeback to C Headquarters. The kids will definitely be happy when they know this!" Hong Seung-sung cut the Gordian knot and agreed to the deal. "Cube Entertainment's information on (G)I-DLE's comeback will be completely handed over to C Headquarters, and the current progress will also be transferred to them simultaneously."

"Okay, thank you, President Hong." Shirley nodded in thanks, and then threw out two big red envelopes, "There may be some discrepancies in the operating policy with Cube Entertainment, but C headquarters will adjust these discrepancies in a good direction. In addition, there are enough resources."

This combination of punches was well delivered, and even though Boss Hong had some complaints in his heart, he no longer had any complaints.

The full operation of C headquarters, haha, just thinking about it should be a thrilling existence. Hong Seung-sung couldn't help but imagine it in his mind.

Oh no, two things, there is another thing! Isn’t this also a good thing? !

"What's the other thing?"

Hong Shengcheng adjusted his mindset and changed his expression.

"The other thing involves some things from the past." Chen Chen narrowed his eyes and asked, "Can you lend me the name 4MINUTE?"

It has been confirmed that 4MINUTE has been disbanded. In this case, the trademark will most likely remain in the hands of the company, and this is South Korea, which makes it even more likely.

However, it has been confirmed by Chen Chen that the 4MINUTE trademark is in the hands of Cube Entertainment. It’s not a confirmation, you can find out by just checking the company information.

"No problem." Hong Shengcheng didn't even change his expression. "Don't even mention using it. You can take it away if you want. 4MINUTE has disbanded. This name will only have a sense of existence in the next few years. After a while, it will be meaningless."

"Whether you just borrow it or take it away depends on the specific results." Chen Chen smiled, "If I can use it, I won't be polite to you."

"Hey, can I ask you one more question?" Hong Shengcheng rubbed his hands and asked curiously, "What do you plan to do with this?"

"We are planning to make a show," Sulli answered. "We haven't finalized the specific program plan yet, but the content has been decided to bring together the scattered members of 4MINUTE to make a comeback under this name."

"This"

Hong Shengcheng didn't know what to say for a moment.

I want to say it is difficult, but this level of difficulty is nothing compared to the C headquarters; I want to say it is meaningless, but they are just making a program, and being able to make the program is the meaning.

What's more, this is a project in which the top two leaders of C headquarters are involved, so it would be inappropriate for Mr. Hong to make casual comments.

"Is there anything that Cube Entertainment can help me with?"

This was the only question Hong Shengcheng could ask.

"No need." Sulli waved her hand and refused. "We can find all the members of 4MINUTE. We are confident that we can convince their management companies. We are very grateful that Cube Entertainment can lend us the name."

"Okay." Hong Shengcheng smiled awkwardly, "That's it."

"Would you like to meet (G)I-DLE before you leave?"

Chen Chen looked at Shirley, wanting to know what she was thinking, and at the same time gave Hong Shengcheng a signal that he was about to leave.

"No, if they call me senior, I won't be able to answer. I'm not in the right position to be called senior now." Shirley shook her head. "You go and see. I'll wait for you in the car."

……

……

"Children, stop for a moment and have a meeting!"

Chen Chen came to the practice room where (G)I-DLE was accompanied by Hong Seung-sung, clapping his hands to attract attention while listening to the wows.

"I have something I want to tell you."

Under the pressure of President Hong's authority, the children stood in a row and did not play with Chen Chen.

But President Hong's authority did not give him the opportunity to speak, and it was Chen Chen who spoke.

"What's going on?"

Yuqi was not afraid of Chen Chen at all and took over the conversation most comfortably.

"From now on, your next return plan will be taken over by C headquarters." Chen Chen explained the matter directly, "You guys should stop and rest for two days. We will notify you again after we discuss a new plan."

"C headquarters is planning a comeback for us?!"

Tian Xiaojuan couldn't help but shout out.

She is the captain and the person who has a say in the planning, so she naturally reacted strongly to the news.

"Let your President Hong explain the details to you. I just came here to inform you and to strengthen the credibility of this news." Chen Chen waved his hand and turned around without any regrets. "Let's go. See you later."

……

"Okay, now you can tell me why you chose 4MINUTE after talking about EXID's many advantages?"

On the way back, Shirley was finally able to ask. Before, Chen Chen always let her think about it herself.

"Of course it's because choosing 4MINUTE has more benefits." Chen Chen first considered the wallet. "When Hyun-A got into trouble, Boss Hong sent her to Dahei under my lobbying. Dahei is our pocket money wallet. Taking Dahei's artists to do projects will give us more pocket money, and pocket money happens to be a very important thing."

Then consider Hong Shengcheng of Cube Entertainment.

"There are also some calculations about Boss Hong. I don't believe that he won't react at all when these people stand in front of him after the 4MINUTE reunion!" Chen Chen sneered, "The girl group that I personally created when my company was first established is back in front of me. I should be excited for at least a week, right?"

"Using this to bring him into the show and let him get a good feel for C Headquarters, I think this will be a good catalyst for his integration into C Headquarters."

"I still want Boss Hong to come and work for Headquarters C willingly."

“Although it’s okay to work unwillingly now, it still feels a bit bad.”

"And then there's what we talked about before." Chen Chen stretched out his right hand and rubbed Shirley's face. "Boss Hong will most likely become an important member of the decision-making level of C headquarters in the future, so I want to try my best to move his mind to our side before I retire, and let him be your good helper."

...(End of chapter)