Sprint: This champion is a bit weird

Chapter 268 It’s over here, let’s go back to the country

The next day.

2pm, Daegu Park Plaza.

Just like last year's arrangement, this year's Daegu track and field competition still arranges for idols to perform warm-up performances.

Wen Hao's men's 100-meter event didn't start until almost 5 p.m., and there was no time to warm up after watching the game, so he leisurely came to the square wearing sunglasses.

As an invited international high-level athlete, as long as he wants to watch the performance, the organizer will naturally arrange a front-row seat for him. Otherwise, with his popularity, he may not be able to blend in with the crowd.
Unexpectedly, as soon as he sat down, a man's hand stretched out in front of him from the side.

Moon Ho turned around in surprise and found that it was the person in charge of Girls' Generation - SM's president and representative director Kim Young-min. He looked much better than Lee Soo-man, who had a bumpy face, but he could only be said to be ordinary in appearance. middle-aged man.

Jin Yingmin smiled and shook hands with him: "I didn't expect that player Wenhao would be free to watch the performance. It seems that he is confident about today's competition?"

Wen Hao smiled lightly and said: "I don't have any confidence. I just like to join in the fun. Many people think that athletes must prepare nervously before a game, but I may be different. I always like to listen to music. Something to relax yourself.”

It has become a habit to listen to music to relax before the game, but if it were to be like the World Championships, he would not have the time to watch any performances. In the World Championships, he would have to compete with strong opponents like Powell and Gay. In addition to adequate warm-up, continuous psychological hints are needed to build the confidence and determination to win the championship.

As for now, the Daegu Track and Field Games itself is not an important competition. Among so many opponents, only Spearmon can put a little pressure on him, and this "pressure" can only appear in the 200-meter event.

Spearmon's starting acceleration ability is too weak, and his running skills and excellent speed endurance cannot be used in the 100 meters. Unless Wenhao himself is injured or makes a serious mistake, he will not lose anyway.

"Too humble. Being able to relax before a tense game is also a manifestation of excellent mental quality. Previous analysis of the World Championships seemed to say that Powell lost the game because he was not relaxed enough." Jin Yingmin followed his words and flattered him a few more times.

"you flatter me."

"No, no, I can't praise you enough for an outstanding athlete like Wen Haoxi who has brought glory to all yellow people." Seeing that he was not very interested in chatting, Jin Yingmin stopped talking after a few words of praise. He took out his cell phone and started texting someone.

After waiting for a moment, the performance began, but Wen Hao's mind was not on the stage at all, but drifted to the side of the stage.

This kind of open-air public stage is actually a bit crude. The temporary dressing room and dressing room for the performers are set up behind the stage, while the waiting area is on the side where all the audience can see.

The two unnamed boy bands simply ignored them and locked their eyes directly on the location of Girls' Generation. Perhaps because of a tacit understanding, or perhaps because they were deliberately looking for it, Wen Hao and Lin Yoona soon made eye contact.

With a sweet toothy smile, naturally beautiful and tall Lin Xiaolu, she stood out among a group of girls, making people unable to take their eyes away.

Wen Hao smiled slightly and waved gently to say hello to her.

Jin Yingmin raised her head keenly and felt a little uncomfortable when she saw her beloved face flirting with a boy in public.

But fortunately, this boy was the one he and Li Xiuman had always wanted to cooperate with.

Sensing Jin Yingmin's resentful look, Wen Hao finally withdrew his gaze, coughed twice and looked towards the stage, pretending that nothing happened.

The opening act was the girl group Kara. This group debuted four or five months before Girls' Generation, but its popularity is a bit off at the moment. There were not even a single supporter among the citizens and students who came to watch the performance.

"This group is the predecessor of Girls' Generation, and Moon Ho-xi is a popular singer internationally. How do you feel after listening to it for a while?" Kim Young-min took the initiative to stir up the topic.

"Emmm, it's hard to comment, but it really doesn't attract me that much."

Wen Hao did find Kara's performance a bit boring. He had some impressions of Goo Hara, who had not yet joined the group. He couldn't even name the other members, and he had never heard of the songs they performed. .

Hearing Wen Hao's answer, Jin Yingmin nodded with satisfaction.

After Kara finished her performance, two unnamed boy bands followed.

Wen Hao complained in annoyance: "What are all these things? There are always people who dance a little too slowly, and their pitch fluctuates. Can a boy band of this level make a debut?"

Kim Young-min laughed and said, "It was created by a small company. Daegu's budget is limited this year, so we can only find some low-popular groups with low asking prices, or new groups like our Girls' Generation as guest performers."

"Entertainment is one of the major spending industries in South Korea. There are a lot of new groups like this popping up every year. Unfortunately, only a few of them can be remembered in the end. After all, not all boy groups are called TVXQ."

While belittling competitors, he also did not forget to praise his own group. This style is quite SM, but it is also true.

Wen Hao nodded: "There is nothing like this in the world. The same is true in the field of sports competition, especially in less commercialized projects like track and field. The small group of star athletes at the top of the pyramid can gain a lot in one season. The attention and money earned are beyond the reach of many athletes in their lifetime.”

"Wen Haoxi is right. Only by climbing to the top of the pyramid can we gain enough attention and win enough money."

Just as he was speaking, a burst of not-so-enthusiastic cheers suddenly sounded in his ears. Wen Hao looked up and found that nine girls with different styles were already standing in the center of the stage, and he immediately locked onto the most eye-catching deer girl among them. .

Immediately afterwards, a familiar prelude sounded, which was Girls' Generation's debut song "The World Reunion".

Wen Hao subconsciously sat up straight, and soon the girls' full-mic singing came to his ears. Along with the youthful and energetic dance, it formed a picture that was both auditory and visual comfort. Wen Hao's mood suddenly became much better than before.

According to the agreement, Moon Ho was very ashamed and shouted several cheering slogans along with the fans at the scene. In fact, he just called Kim Taeyeon, Jessica Jung and Lim Yoona's names when they sang solo.

The other members didn't shout along when they sang solo. After all, he didn't know them or had any interest in knowing them. As for shameful slogans like "Girls' Generation I love you", that was even more impossible. However, despite this, these three cheers of "Kim Taeyeon", "Kim Taeyeon" and "Lim Yoona" still stunned Kim Young-min on the side.

Jin Yingmin felt that there was something wrong with her worldview and couldn't understand why a world-renowned sports superstar like Moon Ho could put aside his dignity to support a group of idols who looked glamorous but actually had a low status in the entertainment industry.

Is he really not afraid of losing face?
"No need to be surprised, I am just cheering for the girls on stage chasing their dreams. Anyone in this world who bravely pursues their dreams deserves the applause and encouragement of others."

Jin Yingmin was silent for a while, nodded and smiled: "As expected of a person who can write a song full of positive energy like "Chasing Dreams", Wen Haoxi's state of mind is indeed not comparable to mediocre people like us."

"President Jin, just say it if you have something to say. There is no need to keep praising me like this."

"Okay, then I'll just tell you."

Jin Yingmin first applauded the girls who had finished their performance on the stage, and then whispered in Wenhao's ear: "Wenhao, a young hero, has become a well-known sports superstar before he even reaches the championship. This is because there is no one among ten thousand." His talent and unparalleled strength.”

"But in the music industry, no amount of heartache and sweat can compare to a hit song that can arouse the world to sing."

"Moon Hoxi's achievements in the world's pop music scene have attracted worldwide attention. All three English singles have topped the US Billboard chart, so we at SM hope to cooperate with you. I wonder if Moon Hoxi can take time out of his busy schedule for Shall we write a song?"

Wen Hao shook his head and smiled: "The style of Kpop is not easy to control."

High emotional intelligence: difficult to control.

Low emotional intelligence: Too low.

In fact, there are many excellent songs in Kpop, but coupled with the lack of Korean vocabulary and the superficial core of Kpop pop culture, it will greatly reduce the quality of the songs.

Kim Young Min seemed to have heard Moon Ho's unspoken intention and smiled awkwardly: "We at SM are very sincere about the invitation to sing. If Moon Hoxi feels that signing will have an impact on his reputation, maybe we should consider buying it out at a high price? "

"This is non-negotiable. It's not like I haven't sold songs before, but I treat all the songs I create like children raised by myself. There is no way I would sell the signature rights." Wen Hao flatly refused.

"I feel your SM's sincerity. I really don't want to touch the group's songs. If there is a chance for solo songs, I can collaborate."

"Solo song?" Jin Yingmin touched his chin and thought for a while, thinking it was not impossible. Although SM mainly promotes boy groups and girl groups, there are also many solo singers under its umbrella. "Perhaps Moon Hoxi can write a song for us BoA? It’s best to have Korean or Japanese style, but European and American style is also fine.”

"Let's talk about this when we have a chance. I'm preparing an English album recently, and I don't have the time or energy to write songs for you SM. But..."

"But what?"

Wen Hao took out a business card from his breast pocket and handed it to Jin Yingmin: "This is the business card of the business person in charge of Shilla Duty Free Shop. They plan to ask me to be their spokesperson, but the spokespersons of duty free shops are always one man and one woman. It’s not enough for me alone.”

"Shilla Duty Free Shop?" Jin Yingmin took out the business card with trembling hands. Of course he knew about the Shilla Duty Free Shop. This is an important industry under the Shilla Hotel. How many celebrities and entertainers are rushing to the hotel without paying any attention to them. But after hearing Wen Hao's words meaning of words.
"The Shilla Duty Free Shop has several female artists as candidates, but I don't like it very much. I want to find a suitable partner to endorse with me." Wen Hao said calmly, "My relationship with Yoona must be golden. The president also heard about it from producer Lee Soo Man, so I recommended Yoona to Shilla Duty Free.”

This remark was 30% true and 70% false. In fact, it was just Li Fuzhen who showed him a big stick first and then rewarded him with a sweet date. For Wen Hao, it is just a small sweet date, but for a newcomer in the entertainment industry like Lin Yoona who debuted as an idol, it is a priceless treasure.

"This" Jin Yingmin always felt a little suspense when he heard it. After all, this was no longer pie from the sky, but gold from the sky!
No, Kim Young Min then thought about it. Even if Wen Hao is famous now, choosing an endorsement partner is a bit too outrageous.

Yes, he probably really became the guest of the three-star eldest princess Li Fuzhen as reported, so he helped Lin Yuner get this opportunity.

"It is our honor to be appreciated by Moon Ho-xi." Kim Young-min smiled: "However, Yoona is just a little idol who has just debuted. The group has not even released an album yet. She I have only played a small supporting role in one TV series. With her status in the industry, can Shilla Duty Free agree?"

"Haha." Wen Hao chuckled, "The Shilla Duty Free Shop only requires a beautiful image, not to mention that as my endorsement partner, does the level of popularity and status matter?"

"." Jin Yingmin was silent. This sounded a little arrogant, but who said he was Wen Hao?

As a world-famous superstar who is both talented in culture and sports, he has the confidence to say such things.

Any current female star in South Korea who can endorse with him is considered a "high climber". Otherwise, why would Jeon Do-yeon and Song Hye-kyo use him to gain popularity?
"In this case, I will first thank Moon Hoxi on behalf of Yoona, but this girl has just debuted after all, so if we want to date in private, please let Moon Hoxi say hello in advance, so that we can deal with possible scandals in advance."

"Don't worry, President Jin. Yoona and I are just friends for the time being." Wen Hao patted him on the shoulder and smiled: "But first, I won't be able to stay in South Korea for long. The next year will be I probably won’t be able to come here a few times, so in order for us to cooperate in the future, I also ask President Jin to help me take good care of Yoona and don’t let her suffer any grievances.”

Jin Yingmin responded with a smile, and at the same time couldn't help but sigh in her heart: Lin Yuner, this girl, has such a good life!
After chatting for a while, Wen Hao got up and left on the pretext of preparing for the competition. Not long after, Jin Yingmin received a call from the business manager of Shilla Duty Free Shop.

The Daegu track and field meet failed to make much of a splash.

Since many famous players missed this end-of-season game, the overall report card not only showed no improvement compared to last year, but also regressed a lot.

The only thing that can bring joy to the organizers is the men's 100-meter event led by Wen Hao.

Although he said in the press conference before the game that he was on vacation, Moon Ho still did not disappoint the South Korean fans. He finally ran an excellent time of 9 seconds and won the championship, which greatly refreshed the previous record. His own record of 89 seconds.

After the Daegu track and field competition, Moon Ho stayed in South Korea for another three days, where he and Lim Yoona signed an endorsement agreement with the Shilla Duty Free Shop under the Shilla Hotel and shot an endorsement advertisement.

Everything happened here. On the evening of October 10, Wen Hao finally boarded the return flight back to China.

(End of this chapter)