Peninsula: You've been chosen here for producing girl groups.

Chapter 120 Please do as I say

"Find a seat yourself. If you want coffee, call administration."

Han Shuo invited Li Liuxi in and stood to the side drying his hair.

Jiang Enhui's tiny, electric buttocks should be patented.

It can make you break out in a sweat in no time.

Slimy.

I could only go to the changing room to take a shower.

Li Liuxi nodded in agreement.

She stood there blankly, staring at Han Shuo with a smile in her eyes.

The more I look at my own board member, the more he seems like an ordinary, unremarkable young man.

But who could have imagined that he could achieve his current status and wealth in just over four months?

Han Shuo met her gaze.

Li Liuxi's hair is currently quite short, with the ends just past his chin, and his delicate features give him a youthful appearance.

But when she laughs, her bright and enthusiastic smile carries a touch of silliness.

"What are you standing there for? Do you expect me to make you coffee?"

Lee Yeon-hee apologized, "Director, what would you like to drink?"

"lemonade."

Li Liuxi called the administration and arranged for two glasses of lemonade.

The refreshing lemonade is a delight to drink, bringing joy to both body and mind.

Han Shuo glanced at Li Liuxi: "I heard your fans are a bit dissatisfied with the company?"

Nowadays, artists and some trainees under Fanxing Entertainment only have social media accounts on Bilibili and their own planets, which allows the company to easily keep track of fans' activities.

"No, the fans just don't quite understand the company's arrangements for me yet."

Li Zhixi tried to defend his fans, saying, "I'm actively communicating with them, and I believe these voices will subside soon."

Han Shuo's short-term training plan for her is to try different roles, regardless of the size of the characters, and actively expand her acting range.

This is a long-term plan.

But in the eyes of her fans, it's like they're holding her back.

After she appeared in a video with Han Seok, subtly signaling her transfer to another company, the complaints about the company's inaction intensified.

"Ah, no, other companies are not as strong as SM Entertainment, and they are not up to the task to provide Noona with substantial scripts, which we understand."

The problem is that Star Entertainment has close ties with the three major television networks.

It's understandable that I can't get a lead role, but how come I can't even get a second or third lead role?

"At SM Entertainment, I got one leading lady after another. How come at Star Entertainment, I get one supporting role after another? Isn't this a clear downgrade in resources?"

Han Shuo had a heart-to-heart talk with her and offered her advice, saying that her status was definitely no less than that of StarsRookies.

Members of that group will have even higher priority.

She completely trusts and relies on Han Shuo.

However, without concrete and substantial resources presented to them, fans expressed their inability to accept it.

"Actually, it's a good thing that fans are willing to stand up for you."

Han Shuo leaned back on the sofa, crossed his legs, and said, "That means you still have a certain fan base."

"Director~"

Lee Yeon-hee said, feigning reproach, "She's been in the industry for a few years now, acted in several films, and even played the lead role. Isn't it normal for her to have fans?"

"Uh-huh?"

Han Shuo suddenly laughed.

"What's wrong?"

Han Shuo handed the empty cup to Li Liuxi.

"It seems we're getting closer. You're becoming more and more casual with me. I remember when you first came to the company, you seemed quite lost."

"Yes."

Li Liuxi smiled.

She never imagined that one day she would be able to have an intimate conversation with the company's directors.

"Perhaps it's because our company has a very relaxed atmosphere, we feel like you're family to all of us."

She almost blurted out the word "parents".

The words felt a little off, so I changed them to "family": "Shouldn't this be the relaxed way family members get along?"

"Yeah?"

Han Shuo glanced at Li Liuxi: "Family? Am I of a higher or lower generation?"

"That's hard to say, but you are the backbone of all of us. As long as you are here, we feel at ease and believe that the future will be better and better."

Li Zhixi spoke these words with utmost sincerity.

Fanxing Entertainment regularly provides living allowances to its artists and trainees, enough to cover basic living expenses.

After joining Star Entertainment, she no longer had to worry about these trivial matters. She only needed to take on challenging roles step by step and hone her acting skills.

Just like the upcoming Baeksang Arts Awards.

To ensure that this relatively unknown newcomer could make a dazzling debut, the company booked a top-notch makeup and styling team two or three weeks in advance to create a customized look for her.

When the topic came up, Han Shuo became quite interested: "Once the styling is done, remember to take some professional photos and show them to me."

Lee Yeon-hee smiled wistfully, full of anticipation, and said, "I wouldn't dare waste such expensive makeup and styling. I'll definitely shoot a few more videos to remember this moment."

"This is just the beginning; you'll get used to it gradually."

Han Shuo clenched his fists and showed them to Li Liuxi: "There's a Chinese endorsement and a domestic endorsement. The former is still pending, but the latter is confirmed. Which one do you want?"

"What? I—"

Lee Yeon-hee's eyes widened: "I got an endorsement deal?"

The surprise came so unexpectedly.

She suddenly realized something was wrong: "Wait a minute, a Chinese endorsement? How could I possibly have a Chinese endorsement?!"

Director, it's not like you're sacrificing yourself again—"

"What's this talk of sacrifice? You're all my people, and I'll keep the lion's share of the profits. I'm never going to lose money. Choose one, which one do you want?"

They say the lion's share of the income is yours.

Being able to get a small share of the endorsement deal for free must make other artists incredibly envious.

Li Zhixi happily lifted Han Shuo's right hand.

"Director, I don't have much of a reputation in China. If you force me to promote myself, it will only deplete your popularity. I'd rather choose the latter."

"Yeah?"

Han Shuo rotated his left wrist: "This endorsement deal in China should be for three years, and the compensation is three to four times that of a domestic endorsement."

Suddenly, a flesh-colored bolt of lightning clamped tightly onto his wrist: "Director, you know me, Chinese is my second foreign language—"

Han Shuo pursed his lips.

Robin looks like her art style has collapsed, and she looks speechless.

His funny antics made Li Liuxi laugh so hard he almost fell over: "Director, thank you for your support and guidance."

"What are you thanking me for?"

Han Shuo pulled his hand back: "Are you going to donate your endorsement fee to the company? If you really want to thank me, then work hard on your acting skills and try to win me a Best Actress award soon."

"That's a bit difficult. All I can say is I'll give it my all!"

Li Zhixi noticed that Han Shuo's right hand hadn't moved yet, still being held carefully in her hand: "Director, this...this is...no way?"

"I never said you could only endorse one product—"

Snapped.

Lee Yeon-hee held Han Seok's hands tightly, pressed them against her forehead, and sincerely prayed in thanks.

Since she began appearing in films and television series as a child actress in 2004, she has received some compensation, but this will definitely be the largest sum of money she has ever received—no, the largest sum of money in two years.

At that moment, Han Shuo was like God to her.

"Hey, how long are you going to hold onto me?"

"I'm so excited."

Lee Yeon-hee gave an embarrassed, shy smile.

Who wouldn't be excited to receive an endorsement deal?

"It's been agreed beforehand that the endorsement deal in China might take a long time to finalize, and it could be settled no earlier than the second half of the year. There's also a possibility that it might fall through, so please don't make any public announcements yet."

"I understand! One is a small profit, two is a big profit."

"You're quite content."

Semir is the Chinese brand that sent the invitation.

The target consumer group is young people, and the spokesperson has always been a rising star.

The previous spokespeople were Nicholas Tse and Twins from Hong Kong Island. In the future timeline, Super-M will take over as the spokesperson.

It's obvious that Super-M is gone.

At this time, he suddenly rose to prominence, not only achieving remarkable success in South Korea, but also about to release a new album domestically, which is why he caught Semir's eye.

"At the same time, we will also launch some promotions to increase our own value. I estimate that we have a 60-70% chance of securing this endorsement."

Don't forget that his biggest topic and persona is: an entrepreneurial idol.

Currently, Farmage's revenue for March worldwide is being settled in installments.

It's been four months since Farmage launched, and it's time to release some revenue figures.

Currently, inspirational quotes and self-help books are rampant in China. As long as related publicity is launched, this identity label can easily crush all other artists of the same level.

"Then I'll just sit back and wait for endorsements to come knocking on my door~"

Li Liuxi's expression was playful.

She was already imagining what she could buy with the endorsement fee.

However, the surprises were far from over.

A document appeared before her eyes.

"Bilibili is preparing for the Cheese Fantasy Theater, and I've picked out a script for you."

"This is the female lead in a short film. The script hasn't been written yet; we only have a plot outline and character design. Think about it first."

Cheese Fantasy Theater has currently produced three online short dramas or micro-movies: "Suddenly Back to Eighteen", "Let Me Disappear from the Earth", and "Inner Beauty".

These short dramas and short films, with their short shooting cycles and low production costs, will empower the StarsRookies project and also enrich Bilibili's content library.

It is a key project for Bilibili and Fanxing Entertainment.

"The male protagonist might change his gender, skin color, height, and age every time he wakes up—becoming a different person. This imagination is a bit strange."

Han Shuo said calmly, "I wrote the script outline and character designs."

"Director, this script is unconventional and imaginative," Li Liuxi's second foreign language spirit burned brightly: "It's bound to be a huge hit."

"If there's no fire, we'll sacrifice you to the heavens!"

To give Li Liuxi more responsibility, Han Shuo reminded him, "You should be able to tell that this drama will need many actors for cameo roles."

"Yes."

"It's estimated that Song Yoon-ah, Son Ye-jin, Song Hye-kyo, Han Ye-seul, and Kim Ha-neul will be invited—of course, whether they actually come is another matter."

Li Liuxi clutched his chest.

Each one is of a higher rank and more senior than the last; even a few guest appearances would put immense pressure on her.

I need to really recharge myself these days.

The assistant knocked and came in: "Director, the trainees have all arrived at the practice room."

Han Shuo nodded to indicate that he had heard: "I just finished talking here. Tell them I'll be right there."

Lee Yeon-hee asked curiously, "Is there some kind of test again?"

"I've prepared a new song for the StarsRookies project, and I'm going to figure out the choreography today."

"A new song?" Lee Yeon-hee asked, clasping her hands together. "Can I go see it with you?"

"Let's do it together. You used to be an idol trainee, so you can learn some choreography and post it on your personal channel later."

The StarsRookies' cover of the song by the four members is pending authorization from the copyright holder.

After that, either the lyrics need to be rewritten or the music video set needs to be built, and it will take at least one or two weeks to get the results.

The StarsRookies project has just started, so we can't open a two-week window right away. Luckily, Kang Hanna's dance cover has been adapted into a new song choreography, which can fill in for her.

All the trainees were present in the practice room.

Even Jeon Hyosung, who had just finished her audition, was present.

They said they hadn't left at all and had even tried out a Chinese course with the rest of the group beforehand.

They're really going all out.

"Pack your things tomorrow and contact your roommate to arrange a car for you to move."

Han Shuo called over Jiang Hanna: "Hanna, you should take care of her more often."

Kang Hanna hugged Jeon Hyo-sung tightly and responded warmly, "Director, don't worry, we're already friends."

"

"Wow, you have a great figure!"

Kim Yoon-ji stepped in.

She hugged Jeon Hyo-sung from behind like a lecherous woman, looking quite pleased with herself.

She's a bit short, but her figure is absolutely stunning.

It's soft and fluffy when you hold it in your arms, and it feels great to the touch.

Nobody would believe that Han Shuo acted out of a sense of public duty.

She remarked meaningfully, "Director, our dorm isn't some kind of den of dragons or tigers, so why are all the new students being assigned to other dorms?"

"I'll definitely do it next time."

Han Shuo gave Kim Yoon-ji a look: "You've come at the right time. You should hurry up and practice this new song. You'll be recording the female part later."

"Me?"

Kim Yoon-ji was overjoyed and made a heart shape with her fingers: "Director, you know that my heart is only for you."

He's been so good to her, so let him be a womanizer.

"You'd better be!"

The new song is mainly being distributed on Bilibili.

Releasing the dance version prematurely will inevitably wear down the novelty, and will also have a certain impact on the future release of the music.

This requires that the selection of songs must ensure both widespread appeal and avoid wasting popular songs.

"If You Love Me" is a well-known collaboration between Kim Yoon-ji and Jay Park. The dance choreography features a hot and ambiguous interaction between the male and female leads, which is just right for the occasion.

In the original stage performance, American sweetheart Kim Yoon-ji wore a cropped tank top, confidently showing off her smooth abs.

Her large, peach-shaped buttocks were full and round, and her long, wheat-colored legs swayed rhythmically, her figure was agile, and the curves of her whole body were breathtaking.

Kang Han-na has the height, but she has a petite frame and is a small-boned beauty, which doesn't perfectly present the best visual effect.

Because this song will also be given to Kim Yoon-ji when it is officially released.

When he was initially recruiting backup dancers, Kim Yoon-ji was one of the three people he favored. Considering that he needed to plan her career path, he recorded almost all of her most popular songs.

With accompaniment in hand, learning to dance becomes very convenient.

He and Kang Han-na occupied the main performance positions, while the remaining four members of StarsRookies, Park So-yeon, Shin Yoon-joo, Ni Ni, and Kim Yoon-ji, served as male and female backup dancers respectively.

"I'll put my coat on you when it's cold."

In the high-energy rap, Han Seok and Kang Hanna faced each other, one swaying on stage while the other rapped coolly, walking towards each other.

"Next up is the killing part of the dance."

"This part is me going around behind you, and we're facing each other sideways, moving our hips and bodies rhythmically."

Han Shuo sang and danced once.

Wow~

The trainees watching screamed like groundhogs.

Ye Mei said the choreography was so bold and sexy.

I wonder if the two people currently practicing the dance are feeling excited, but those watching them certainly felt a surge of hormones.

Two beautiful figures, like a body and its shadow.

(Standard choreography)

They followed each other's movements one-to-one.

The two are tall and well-proportioned, and their perfect coordination is pleasing to the eye.

When the lyrics reached the line "Hold me tighter," Kang Han-na leaned back slightly, and Han Seok gently placed his hands on her waist.

Meanwhile, the two continued to move their bodies to the rhythm of the music.

This once again elicited a chorus of exclamations.

Han Shuo said it was nothing unusual.

Next time, I'll show you the ultimate masterpiece of pure and sensual dance: TroubleMaker.

The hot and passionate interaction between the male and female collaborators is a major feature of the song's choreography, but what makes this choreography so good is that it also has sweet and ambiguous parts.

In the second part of the chorus.

Han Seok was like an asteroid orbiting a star, circling around Kang Han-na for a short distance. When the lyrics reached the line "Only the two of us stand facing each other," their eyes met.

The bold and enthusiastic interaction made my heart race.

The perfectly balanced ambiguous atmosphere is even more addictive, making it impossible to stop.

Kim Yoon-ji was observing from the perspective of her own song; in her heart, she had already replaced Kang Han-na with herself and was completely immersed in the song.

"I feel like I'm going to get a lot of flak this time—no, I mean Hannah's going to get a lot of flak!"

Jiang Enhui sarcastically remarked, "Just being criticized a few times can bring in popularity. Who wouldn't be happy? If she's unhappy, I'm willing to take her place."

Yes, who wouldn't be happy about that?

With a catchy song, a beautiful dance, and a sweet yet fiery chemistry between the male and female leads, this dance is sure to bring Kang Hanna extraordinary popularity.

Jeon Hyo-sung's eyes were full of envy.

If she could replace Kang Hanna, she would be willing to be attacked by Han Seok's female fans.

What are you thinking about?

She was just a volunteer and wasn't eligible to compete for StarsRookies.

However, if she loses just five pounds, she can become a formal trainee, have the opportunity to get into the project, and enjoy a huge amount of resources.

I need to lose weight, I have to start tonight!

Over the next hour and a half, everyone witnessed the birth of a choreography.

Li Zhixi was stunned.

Is that correct?

Is there anything Han Shuo can't do?

"This week's materials will focus on the collaborative creation of this dance. The five of you should practice the moves and positioning well so that we can start recording as soon as possible."

I specifically invited all the trainees to be there. Firstly, this choreography session was being recorded, and a group of audience members were needed. Secondly, it was to motivate everyone to work hard.

The effect was obvious.

Even Jiang Enhui, who only thought about getting in through connections, and Naza, who only wanted to lie low, were ignited with fighting spirit.

Naza asked happily, "Brother, what are we having for dinner?"

Even three minutes of fighting spirit is still fighting spirit. Tell me, did it ignite or not?

"roll!"

Han Seok said he would be having dinner with the five members of StarsRookies that night.

After the meal, he personally announced the latest production direction to the five people.

"Soyeon and Yoonjoo, your next song is 'Can't Help Falling in Love,' Yoonjoo will sing the Korean version, and Soyeon will sing the Chinese version."

Their requests for adaptation and performance rights are limited, and copyright communication shouldn't be a major issue; it can definitely be resolved within two weeks.

The two can learn the song now and complete the recording in advance. Once the copyright issues are resolved smoothly, it can be released online.

He looked at Ni Shi and Jin Yunzhi: "As for the two of you, the company is still selecting suitable English song MVs."

"Before that, you can do a cover dance of 'If You Love Me,' with Ni Ni doing the male version and Yun Zhi doing the female version first."

StarsRookies has thus set sail anew.

"Hey, what's wrong?"

Two-bedroom apartment, living room.

Shin Yoon-joo slumped listlessly on the table: "It's nothing."

Han Shuo squeezed next to her: "If there's nothing wrong, you wouldn't specifically say that there's nothing wrong."

He grabbed one of her ponytails and twirled it around.

He could guess that the little girl was simply jealous.

At this point, you should try to distract her: "I have a task for you."

"What kind of mission is it?"

The little girl looked weak and listless.

"How about we each fill out a Korean version of 'Can't Help Falling in Love' first, then combine them to create the final version?"

Writing lyrics for a song with Han Seok would be very meaningful, and Shin Yoon-joo was interested: "I've never written lyrics before~ Can I?"

"Then forget it, I'll find someone else."

Han Shuo made a move to go find someone, but Shen Yunzhu grabbed him, saying, "Let me do it, let me do it~ I can do it, don't go find someone else."

"Then you'd better hurry and get the first version out within two days."

"I can do it."

Shin Yoon-joo left happily.

A few minutes later, a similarly sized figure stealthily sneaked in.

Han Shuo easily captured her: "How angry are you? Why are you acting like a thief?"

Park So-yeon rolled her eyes at him: "How dare you call me that, you womanizer~"

If Han Shuo hadn't been a womanizer, would she have needed to run around like she was having an affair?

"Blame me~"

Han Shuo suddenly lifted Park So-yeon up from the ground and placed her on the island platform: "Now let me check your learning results tonight."

"This song is a bit difficult; I'm afraid it will take me a long time to learn it."

Park So-yeon was referring to "Can't Help Falling in Love".

Han Shuo smiled mischievously: "I'm talking about the choreography for the song 'If You Love Me.' I'll dance the male part, and you'll dance the female part."

"Is it really dancing?"

Park So-yeon didn't believe Han Seok was talking about dancing seriously.

Just as she guessed, after only a few seconds of serious dancing, things started to go wrong: "Wait, is this the adult version?"

In a normal choreography's Killing Part, there are still a few inches between the two dancers.

This choreography is already ambiguous and passionate enough.

Now, they have truly become like body and shadow, inseparable.

They followed each other's movements one-to-one.

"Noona, don't speak, please do as I say~"

Park So-yeon clung weakly to the island platform.

She knew that someone's zodiac sign was the stapler.

It never lets anyone have a moment's peace.

Han Shuo leaned close to his ear, his tone teasing: "How's your flexibility?"

"So-so."

In the blink of an eye, Park So-yeon watched as one of her legs was lifted onto the island platform and held in a high-pressure leg position to stretch her body.

"Thank you."

You're welcome.

Now both arms are stretched backward.

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