Peninsula: I created the golden age of girl groups

The Anyang River flows quietly under the late spring sunshine.

As the first tributary of the Han River, the scenery along its banks is at its most enchanting.

It was April, and the spring breeze was gentle. Along both banks of the river, pink and white flowers stretched like clouds and rosy hues, endlessly.

A gentle breeze blows, raising delicate, fragrant cherry blossom flakes... It's the most beautiful time of year when cherry blossoms are in full bloom.

Two figures sat quietly on the riverbank.

The wind blew Su Yan's long, loose hair, brushing against Jiang Yuhe's face and bringing a sweet scent.

That fragrance inexplicably reminded Jiang Yuhe of a song he had heard in his past life:

Zhang Fanjun's "I felt the fragrance of your shampoo in the swaying flowers".

Although the song title is long, it feels particularly fitting at this moment.

Su-yeon sat to the side, her gaze drifting into the distance. Her face still lacked any smile, but compared to the previous deathly silence, it had softened considerably.

The two sat there quietly, seemingly oblivious to the people coming and going around them.

I've been back in nursing home for over ten days now.

During this time, Jiang Yuhe has been helping Suyan deal with the trivial matters after the old man's passing.

It wasn't until a few days ago, after everything had come to a close, that he began to spend time with Su-yeon, wandering aimlessly around the small city to relax.

The nursing home is not very big.

Wandering around like this, the two of them essentially measured out the entire small town on foot.

These ten days or so became the most leisurely period Jiang Yuhe had experienced in recent years.

With no tight schedule and no need to face the camera, it was just the two of them, letting time flow by silently.

Just then, Jiang Yuhe's phone rang, breaking the silence.

Jiang Yuhe took out his phone, and the name flashing on the screen made him pause slightly.

It turned out to be Yu Yongzhen.

He quickly answered the phone, but before he could even say hello, he heard an impatient shout coming from the other end.

"Ai Yixi, where have you been lately? You haven't come to the company at all!"

Hearing the familiar voice, Jiang Yuhe couldn't help but smile.

Even over the phone, he could imagine the other person's angry face, so he quickly replied, "Teacher Yongjin, I have some personal matters to attend to, so I'm going back to Anyang."

"...Oh, Anyang."

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone. Yu Yongzhen didn't press for details, but muttered softly, "Actually, it's nothing much... it's just that you're not here, and it feels like something's missing without someone to argue with. Oh, right..."

"When are you coming back, kid?"

Jiang Yuhe turned his head and glanced at Su Yan beside him, then asked in a low voice, "I'm not sure yet. By the way, teacher, what's the matter that you called?"

"Of course I'd call you if it were an emergency!"

Yu Yongzhen's voice was full of frustration, "The contract! The contract! You bastard!"

"The company has evaluated your songs and thinks there are no problems. The relevant procedures have already begun. As the author, can't you at least come over and sign the licensing agreement?"

"It's approved?"

Jiang Yuhe then suddenly realized what was happening.

During his time in Anyang, he seemed to have completely lost touch with the fast pace of Seoul and had completely forgotten about this matter.

After all, for him right now, So-yeon is the most important person, and everything else... can be put aside for now.

Yoo Young-jin said irritably, "For 'Into the New World,' I'll give you this price... 8000 million won. As for 'Girls' Generation,' since it's an adaptation, the price will be lower, 1000 million won. And for 'Kissing You,' it's 3000 million won. It's mainly because the planning department felt that the song's quality wasn't good enough for a title track, and they weren't sure if it suited their style, so they could only offer this price."

Jiang Yuhe was not very clear about the specific industry rules and prices.

Anyway, these songs were just a stepping stone for him to get into SM Entertainment, so he readily agreed, "Okay! I understand! That's settled then!"

"that's all?"

Upon hearing this, Yu Yongzhen was speechless, and even his breathing became heavier.

"Hey! Jiang Yuhe! Don't you understand the situation? The prices I just mentioned are buyout prices! A one-time buyout!"

As he spoke, his voice rose a few decibels, "After the buyout, all subsequent revenue from these songs, including downloads and streaming, will have absolutely nothing to do with you anymore!"

It seemed that some time had been given for Jiang Yuhe to process this.

A moment later, his voice rang out again, but this time it was very low.

"So I suggest you go with the copyright revenue sharing model. Although you'll get much less money at the beginning, in the long run... it should be more secure."

"Of course, this is just my suggestion; the decision is yours."

Jiang Yuhe was taken aback for a moment, then chuckled, "Mr. Yu Yongzhen, wouldn't you say this... is a betrayal? From the company's perspective, shouldn't you be pushing for a buyout?"

"Ugh! Who am I doing this for?"

Yu Yongzhen said angrily, "Fine, fine! Just pretend I didn't say anything! Do whatever you want! And..."

"Get back here soon! A whole series of tasks need to be put on the agenda, and I'm really not used to not having you there to help me out!"

"Okay... I understand, thank you, teacher." Jiang Yuhe sincerely thanked him.

"snort!"

Yu Yongzhen snorted coldly, "That's all for now! Come to the company to see me as soon as you get back! Bye!"

The phone call ended, and the riverbank returned to its previous tranquility.

But it didn't last long before it was broken by a ringing cell phone.

This time, it's Yoo Jae-suk.

"Yuhe, has everything been resolved?"

"Yes, it's all taken care of. Thank you for your concern, Brother Jae-seok."

"That's good." Yoo Jae-suk's voice remained gentle. "The detailed plan and script for that new program are all out. Minister Jo Hyung-gi specifically requested that you participate in the next discussion. So... when can you return to Seoul?"

Jiang Yuhe glanced at Park Soyeon beside him, sighed inwardly, and could only say, "Brother Jae-seok, I understand. I will arrange to go back as soon as possible."

"Okay, remember to rest too. Contact me when you get back." Yoo Jae-suk didn't ask any more questions, just gave me gentle advice.

"Yes, thank you, brother."

The world fell silent once again.

After a long while, Soyeon, who had been silent, suddenly spoke softly, "Oppa... you must be busy with work, right? Why don't you... go back first? Don't let me delay your business."

Jiang Yuhe turned his head, his tone relaxed, "What's the big deal about delays? Will the earth stop spinning without me?"

Park So-yeon silently shook her head, feeling a subtle and indescribable feeling in her heart, but she didn't say anything more.

Jiang Yuhe could naturally see the conflict on her face, and quickly changed the subject, "What are your plans for the future?"

Upon hearing this, Su-yeon slowly raised her head and gazed at the distant blue sky.

After a long pause, she said in an almost murmured voice, "Before Grandma left... she held my hand and told me not to give up and to keep doing what I love."

"I may have disappointed them before."

"But this time... I don't want to disappoint them again!"

As she said this, there was still no smile on her face, but a faint light began to gather again in the depths of her eyes.

Looking at So-yeon, Kang Woo-hyuk finally felt relieved and suggested, "Then... how about we go back to Seoul together?"

"Oppa, you should go back now!"

Su-yeon shook her head and said softly, "I still have some things to take care of at home. I'll go upstairs after I'm done."

Jiang Yuhe looked at her, hesitant to speak.

"Don't worry, Oppa, I didn't say that just to put your mind at ease."

Soyeon turned around and gave her a warm smile. "You just go back and get busy. At most... you can come pick me up after I've finished here. Okay?"

Jiang Yuhe's expression remained hesitant, but he nodded nonetheless. "Okay."

Soyeon looked at him and said in a lighthearted tone, "But Oppa, I've completely withdrawn from that place now, so going back... is probably impossible, right?"

"So, I guess I'll have to start all over again, for the time being... um..."

"It might really be like you joked before... that I'll have to rely on you to support me!"

Although she tried her best to make her words sound lighthearted, a hint of uncertainty about the future still lingered in her eyes.

Jiang Yuhe gazed at her, his eyes growing increasingly tender.

"Okay, then let me know as soon as possible and I'll come pick you up."

"Oppa may not be very capable right now, but supporting you is no problem."

Upon hearing this, Park So-yeon's lips curled into a slight smile for the first time, as gentle and warm as the spring breeze in April.