Peninsula: I created the golden age of girl groups

"You seem... not so surprised."

Yu Yongzhen looked at Jiang Yuhe, whose face remained calm, and tentatively asked in a low voice, "Did someone tell you?"

Jiang Yuhe's heart skipped a beat, but he didn't show it on his face. However, a hint of embarrassment appeared at the corner of his mouth. "It's because this was so unexpected that I didn't know how to react... But..."

He picked up his teacup and raised it to Yu Yongzhen. "However, judging from your expression just now, the process may have been bumpy, but at least the result was good."

Yu Yongzhen stared at him for a few more seconds, and seeing that he hadn't discovered anything further, he picked up his teacup and clinked it against his. "Let's hope so!"

He took a sip of tea, his tone devoid of much emotion.

Just then, the waiter started serving the dishes, and he casually said, "The food's here, let's eat first and chat while we eat!"

A few simple home-style dishes were served, which slightly dispelled the subtle atmosphere in the private room.

The two of them started eating with their chopsticks and chatted casually.

Suddenly, Yoo Young-jin seemed to remember something and casually asked, "By the way, aren't you even a little curious about what kind of person that last kid who joined is? After all, this change directly affects Yuri... and her group, isn't it?"

He hasn't given up testing the waters.

After all, the relationship between Yuri and Kang Woo-hyuk remained a thorn in the side of him, Kim Young-min, and Lee Soo-man.

Before, they hadn't debuted yet, so there weren't any problems for the time being.

Once Yuri officially debuts as a member of Girls' Generation, their relationship could very well become a landmine that could explode at any moment.

Jiang Yuhe paused slightly in his act of picking up food, but his expression remained unchanged.

"Since it was Lee Soo-man's decision, he must have had his reasons. Moreover, the fact that the child was added at the last minute means he must have some extraordinary qualities."

Yu Yongzhen was momentarily speechless at this calm and measured answer.

Frustrated, he picked up a piece of food with his chopsticks, stuffed it into his mouth, and chewed it forcefully.

It was as if he wasn't chewing vegetables, but rather Jiang Yuhe, an impeccable and unyielding thorn in his side.

That kid is incredibly cunning; he speaks so shrewdly that it's impossible to get anything out of him.

It seems that the breakthrough point will most likely still lie with Yuri.

Thinking about it this way, he relaxed a little and then started rambling on again.

"The last kid to join was named Lee Soon-kyu. Judging from that surname, you can probably guess what's going on..."

Although he already knew Sunny's identity, Jiang Yuhe still pretended to be a little confused.

"She and Chairman Lee Soo-man..."

"Um."

Yoo Young-jin nodded. "Her father, Lee Soo-young, is the chairman's younger brother. That means Soon-kyu is the chairman's niece."

He sighed. "That's why there was such a big internal controversy when the president proposed adding more people. No one said anything openly, but everyone inevitably felt... sigh."

"Furthermore, the team has been working together for so long, and their personalities, roles, and chemistry are gradually forming. If a new member is suddenly parachuted in, especially in this role, how can the existing members not have any reservations?"

He picked up his teacup and took a big gulp, his posture not like he was drinking tea, but rather like he was using tea to drown his sorrows.

"How about... I get you some wine?" Jiang Yuhe said with a smile when he saw his depressed look.

"No way!"

Yu Yongzhen quickly waved his hand, "I still have a lot to do this afternoon, I'm busy! By the way, where was I?"

"It means everyone has their own ideas."

"Yes, I have ideas... But then again, that kid is really good. He was recommended by Ayumi and came in through the audition. He also has many years of training experience... So the president's decision this time isn't entirely based on personal reasons."

Jiang Yuhe sat quietly to the side, listening attentively, before comforting her, "Teacher Yu, don't worry too much. Since the president made this decision, he must have his reasons. As for the rest, just let nature take its course. As the producer, you only need to ensure the quality of the music and the work; leave the rest to them."

Yu Yongzhen listened, then shook his head with a wry smile. "That's easy for you to say. But you're not one of us at SM, so it's easy for you to talk like that!"

He vented his frustrations partly because he was genuinely feeling stifled.

On the other hand, it could also be seen as a subtle way of explaining to Jiang Yuhe why he had "neglected" him during that period.

I was so overwhelmed with work that I had no time to think about anything else.

"actually."

Yoo Young-jin suddenly added, "Even if I hadn't run into you here today, I was just about to contact you. There's not much time left until their official debut, and the recording and music video shooting all need to be scheduled. You'll have to come and help me out."

"And those contracts for the previous songs, haven't they been officially signed yet? Let's take this opportunity to deal with them all at once."

As he spoke, he glanced at the time. "It's getting late. Are you free tomorrow morning? If you are, please come to the company on time!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yuhe gave a wry smile and said apologetically, "Teacher Yu, tomorrow... really won't work."

"Not tomorrow?"

Yu Yongzhen frowned. "What about the day after tomorrow? You're not still holding a grudge about what happened before, are you?"

"Really, no!"

Jiang Yuhe quickly shook his head and explained, "I have work scheduled for the day after tomorrow, the recording of a variety show. It's a pre-arranged schedule, and I really can't cancel it."

"Variety show?"

Yoo Young-jin was taken aback. "Didn't X-Man already finish its run? When did you take on a new job? Which channel is it on? How come there wasn't a whisper of it?"

"It's just a test recording, so there's not much news leaked out yet."

Jiang Yuhe explained, "However, this time, I'm a regular MC, and it's my first time recording, so..."

"Fixed MC?"

Yoo Young-jin's face immediately lit up with a smile. "Hey! That's great! No matter what, work is more important!"

"I was just thinking that since you've decided to learn from me, it would be good for you to get hands-on experience with all the processes, from songwriting and recording to mixing and even the on-set shooting of music videos. But don't rush, we need to focus on the important things."

Jiang Yuhe knew that Yu Yongzhen was thinking of him, and he was grateful: "Teacher Yu, I will definitely come to report to you as soon as this recording is finished!"

"Um."

Yoo Young-jin was clearly satisfied with his attitude. "Anyway, there are still a few months before their debut, so there's no rush. I'm just used to you lending a hand. I'm not used to you suddenly having to go and do something else."

Jiang Yuhe felt a warmth in his heart and assured him again, "Don't worry, I'll be there as soon as the recording is finished."

The two ate and chatted for a while longer until it was almost time before they got up to leave.

After seeing Yu Yongzhen off, Jiang Yuhe slowly walked towards the car.

He was actually caught off guard by the recording of "Family Outing" the day after tomorrow.

Although I still have a general impression of many classic scenes and the format of the first season of this variety show.

However, due to his involvement, the show was launched much earlier than I remembered, almost directly competing with KBS's "Happy Sunday - Ready".

What the future holds remains to be seen.

What made him even more uncertain was that the recording was scheduled for the day after tomorrow, but the script for the official program had not yet been delivered to him.

Does it all depend on the MC's performance on the spot?

After thinking about it, he decided to call Yoo Jae-suk to ask about the situation.

Unexpectedly, as soon as I took out my phone, the screen lit up first, and at the same time, a familiar ringtone sounded.

Upon seeing the name, it turned out to be So-yeon!

Jiang Yuhe quickly pressed the answer button, "Oh, it's not working?"

On the other end of the phone, Su-yeon's voice remained gentle.

"Oppa, I should be able to get everything sorted out by tomorrow. Could you... come pick me up?"