Peninsula: It’s just a dream, are you serious?

Chapter 574 Attack Speed ​​Boost Outfit
The stage inside the venue is divided into two parts: the main stage and the secondary stage.

The main stage was used for artists to receive awards and perform, while the secondary stage had a dozen or so sofas placed there for the artists attending the ceremony to sit on.

There is a passageway connecting the main stage and the secondary stage, and fans who have purchased VIP tickets are seated on both sides of the passageway.

As soon as Chen Yan and Pei Xiuzhi entered the venue, a receptionist immediately went up to them and led them to their assigned seats.

As he walked forward, Chen Yan surveyed the environment inside the venue.

The entire venue was bustling with activity. The stands not far away were filled with spectators, holding all sorts of support signs of different colors, and the sounds of conversation could be heard constantly.

The gaze then shifted to the artist seating area on the secondary stage; they were the last group of guests, while the other guests were already seated in their respective positions.

In EXO's seat, Baekhyun, who had just finished chatting with Jongin next to him, turned around and his eyes met Chen Yan's.

He was startled for a moment, and then, as if suffering from PTSD, he quickly stood up from his seat and bowed deeply to Chen Yan at a 90-degree angle.

The other EXO members who were whispering to each other nearby were also taken aback when they saw this.

Following the direction of his bow, they saw Chen Yan walking towards them and quickly stood up, bowing 90 degrees to him as well.

They dared not disrespect Chen Yan.

Putting aside the fact that the other party is of a much higher status than them, it was Chen Yan who wrote the hugely popular song "Roar" for them, which is why they have the popularity they have today.

Their rising and bowing seemed to be the beginning of a domino effect. The others around them also noticed Chen Yan approaching and quickly stood up one after another to bow respectfully to him.

Those present were all currently popular idols from the Korean Peninsula; how could they not know who Chen Yan was?

Even f(x) and Lee Ji-eun, who were very familiar with Chen Yan, stood up and bowed to him.

Private relationships are private relationships, but in the workplace, you definitely have to be mindful of etiquette.

Many audience members near the stage and in the stands also noticed the situation, and their faces instinctively showed expressions of shock.

This scene was indeed somewhat shocking.

EXO, Beast, SISTAR, SHINee, Davichi, G-Dragon, Apink, Girl's Day
These are all currently the most popular idols in the Korean music scene, yet they are all bowing respectfully to the same person at a 90-degree angle.

Such a scene, at first glance, who would dare say it isn't shocking?

On stage, Chen Yan, the person involved, was slightly taken aback upon seeing this. After realizing what was happening, he smiled and nodded in return.

Bae Suzy and the others next to her bowed 90 degrees in return.

These people's respect was directed at Chen Yan, not at them; they wouldn't dare to return the courtesy as casually as Chen Yan did.

The organizers arranged for Chen Yan and his team to sit at the very front, which was also the closest to the main stage. It was considered the center position and the best spot to watch the performance.

After bringing Chen Yan and the others to the reception area, the staff bowed respectfully and left.

Chen Yan looked around and saw that the others were still standing there. He waved his hand casually, indicating that they should sit down.

The others quickly returned the greeting with smiles, but showed no intention of sitting down until Chen Yan took his seat, at which point they gradually returned to their seats.

Chen Yan sat down, unbuttoned his suit jacket, and then looked to the side.

Coincidentally, Lee Ji-eun was sitting next to him.

Seeing her smile, Chen Yan looked her up and down.

The girl was wearing a red short skirt today, her fair legs slightly together, and red high heels. It seemed that the look was designed based on her new song "Pink High Heels".

What's special is that Lee Ji-eun had cut her hair short at this time, and her outfit gave people a cute and charming feeling while also being a bit sexy.

His gaze met the girl's almond-shaped eyes again, and Chen Yan praised, "She's very pretty."

"Hehe~ That's right~"

Lee Ji-eun's expression immediately turned slightly smug.

What could be more delightful than being complimented on your beauty by someone you like?

Peach, who was sitting behind them, came over with a grin and said, "Hehe~ oppa looks handsome today too."

Chen Yan teased, "Am I only handsome today, and not at other times?"

Before Peach could reply, a soft grumble rang out from the side: "Narcissistic."

Chen Yan blinked as he met the gaze of the little iceberg who had spoken: "Peach looks much prettier than you today."

Krystal Jung's expression froze for a moment, and she slightly opened her mouth.

She was about to explode on impulse, but then she realized what kind of situation she was in, so in the end she could only pout and glare at that jerk.

Seeing this, Victoria Song, Bae Suzy, and others nearby couldn't help but cover their mouths and laugh.

Chen Yan wasn't worried that the girl would really get angry. He glanced around again and suddenly paused.

He noticed that Apink and Girl's Day were in the row behind Peach and the others.

The two groups sat side by side, and noticing his gaze, they both smiled at him.

Looking at it this way, it seems that the organizers deliberately arranged the seating in this area, placing all the female celebrities they were familiar with in this section.

Lee Ji-eun is a solo singer, so they arranged for her to sit with themselves and Bae Suzy.

Wow, that's thoughtful.

He does feel more at ease when surrounded by familiar people.

Turning his head away, Chen Yan noticed that Bae Suzy and Lee Ji-eun had started exchanging glances, their cheeks slightly puffed out, seemingly competing with each other for some reason.

He glanced at the two of them, then looked straight ahead and said softly, "Don't fight, or I'll spank you when we get back."

The voice was very soft, but the two people sitting on either side of him, very close to each other, naturally heard it clearly.

Their slightly puffed cheeks instantly deflated, replaced by a faint blush. The two pursed their lips, then turned their heads to look at the main stage with Chen Yan.

They were just joking around; they wouldn't act so recklessly inappropriately.

As for the spanking punishment that my oppa mentioned.

They're not afraid at all; it's not like they haven't been beaten before.

A moment later, as opening music began, the 2013 Melon Music Awards officially started at 7:00 PM.

The show opened with a performance by the peninsula indie band BuskerBusker, followed by the MC taking the stage.

The hosts for this year's awards ceremony were EXO's Jongin, Baekhyun, and Chanyeol, as well as actress Lee Yoobi.

After the four finished their opening remarks, the two groups of winners of the top 10 artists were immediately presented with their awards.

The awards for the top 10 artists are not presented all at once, but rather interspersed throughout the awards ceremony, with stage performances by the artists and the presentation of other awards in between.

The first two groups to receive the Top 10 Artist Award were boy group Beast and girl's day.

Upon learning that they had won the Top 10 Artist award, the four members of Girl's Day looked surprised and delighted, and then their eyes instantly welled up with tears. This was their first time winning an award at such a prestigious awards ceremony as the Melon Music Awards, more than three years after their debut.

Walking onto the main stage to receive the trophy, team leader Park So-jin quickly composed herself and delivered her acceptance speech after taking the trophy from the presenter.

She thanked the company president, the agent, and the makeup artist who styled them all before finally facing the camera and expressing her sincere gratitude.
"Finally, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Chen Yan PDnim for writing the song 'Something' for us. Thank you so much."

After speaking, all four of them bowed 90 degrees in the direction of Chen Yan.

The camera then cut to Chen Yan, who was looking at the four members of Girl's Day on the main stage, smiling and clapping.

Bae Suzy had already told him about the inevitable cuts to the camera during the awards ceremony on the way there, so he was mentally prepared.

After the first two groups of Top 10 awards were presented, the Best Newcomer Award was immediately given out.

The list of finalists then began to be displayed on the large screen at the scene.

And at this point, an interesting point will emerge.

That is, as the finalists change on the big screen, the cheers from the audience will also change.

This is the most direct reflection of an artist's popularity.

The artist who receives the loudest cheers when they appear is most likely to be the award winner.

The presenters unveiled the awards, and this year's Best New Artist award was won by solo artist Kim Ye-rim and BTS.

Then comes the artists' performances, followed by the awards ceremony, and this process repeats itself endlessly.

This is also the most boring part of these award ceremonies.

Viewers watching on TV or computer are fine; if they get bored, they can do something else.

However, the artists sitting in the audience are in a different situation. Not only can they not do anything else, but they also have to maintain good manners as much as possible because the cameras might capture them, otherwise they might end up with a dark history.

In a sense, participating in this kind of activity is indeed quite grueling.

In the front row, Bae Suzy noticed that her oppa was clearly starting to lose focus, so she leaned over and reminded him:
"Oppa, don't fall asleep, the camera might capture you."

Chen Yan chuckled and said, "I'm not going to sleep. With the music and fans cheering so loudly, how could I possibly fall asleep?"

Lee Ji-eun, who was standing next to her, chimed in, "Oppa, I'll be performing later, so you have to watch carefully!"

"Okay, got it."

Awards continued to be presented on the main stage, this time recognizing the Top 10 artists. The winners were Davichi and Apink.

The two groups went on stage to receive their awards, and their acceptance speeches were almost identical.

At the end of their acceptance speech, Apink, just like Girl's Day had done earlier, expressed their gratitude to Chen Yan.

Park Chorong glanced in Chen Yan's direction and said in a childish voice, "I want to especially thank Chen Yan PDnim for creating the song 'nonono' for us, thank you~"

After speaking, the six of them bowed 90 degrees in the direction of Chen Yan.

Just then, a voice suddenly erupted from the stands not far away: "Thank you, Chen PDnim!"

The sudden sound startled the other artists present, including Chen Yan.

Several cameramen on site received instructions from the director through their earpieces and turned their cameras around to create three different perspectives: one to record the panoramic view, one to record the stands, and one to record Chen Yan's remarks.

Chen Yan looked in the direction the sound came from and saw a group of fans holding Apink support light boards.

He smiled, stood up, and waved in that direction, which immediately sparked an even louder cheer.

After a brief interruption, the awards ceremony continued.

After the two awards and stage performances, it was time for the Top 10 artists' awards ceremony.

"The winner is IU!"

Upon hearing this, Lee Ji-eun smiled, stood up from her seat, and naturally opened her arms to Chen Yan beside her.

Chen Yan smiled and gently hugged her.

After the two parted ways, Lee Ji-eun hugged Bae Suzy next to her before walking towards the main stage.

Behind him, Chen Yan watched the girl slowly walk towards the main stage with her long, beautiful legs, and suddenly felt somewhat relieved that the passageway wasn't very long.

This way, the risk of Lee Ji-eun suddenly falling while walking will be much lower.

This girl has a history of tripping and falling flat on her face when she went on stage to receive an award.

She walked steadily to the main stage, received the trophy from the presenter, and stood in front of the microphone, pondering for a moment.

"Thank you to the company president who has always supported my entertainment career, as well as my manager, Jung-han oppa, and every member of the team. Most of all, I am grateful to my U fans. Thank you for your continued support. It is you who have given the name IU more honor and meaning."

The VIP seats and the surrounding stands immediately echoed with the responses of Lee Ji-eun's fans.

After speaking, Lee Ji-eun paused, glanced at the man sitting there, and blinked.

"I think I should also give a special thank you to PD-Nim Chen."

Lee Ji-eun's fans at the scene cheered again, followed by an even louder shout of gratitude than the Apink fans had just shouted:

"Thank you, PD Chen!!!"

The camera immediately cut to Chen Yan, who looked somewhat amused and exasperated.

Why does this suddenly seem like a thank-you party for him?

On the main stage, Lee Ji-eun smiled happily and said, "Oppa, thank you for teaching me how to write songs and for constantly encouraging me throughout the process, which led me to create 'Pink High Heels' and made me a better Lee Ji-eun. I won't say any more words of thanks, but I will repay you properly in the future."

Chen Yan smiled and gave the girl two thumbs up.

Another round of cheers erupted from the audience.

After her acceptance speech, Lee Ji-eun returned to her seat, handed the trophy to Chen Yan for safekeeping, and then immediately turned and left.

It will be her turn to perform on stage soon.

A moment later, the award presentation for Best OST concluded.

After the MCs finished their introductions, the stage went dark a few seconds later, and then the melody of "Pink High Heels" began to play.

The stage lights quickly came on again, and Lee Ji-eun, wearing a red short skirt and red high heels, stood in the center of the stage and began to sing along with the melody, occasionally swaying her body.

The girl was like a dancing sprite, her toes lightly tapping the ground to the melody, her voice sweet, yet her overall demeanor sexy and alluring.

While singing and dancing, she would occasionally exchange glances with Chen Yan, who was sitting on the other side.

Chen Yan had a smile on his face.

But in my heart I was thinking: Ji-eun looks really good in this outfit. Maybe I should try it at home next time and give myself a boost in attack speed?
(End of this chapter)