Peninsula 2017: Is the system living in the past?

"Is this the EPOCH Entertainment you mentioned, Jiyeon?"

the next day.

Mapo-gu, Mangwon-dong.

EPOCH Entertainment is located in a secluded corner of Wangyuan Road.

We have a new guest today.

Park Hyo-min.

On her way back from the after-party last night, she called Park Jiyeon again to inquire about Chen Yufan's contact with Jiang Xingchen.

Upon learning that she had been there at the time, she immediately felt something was amiss. Instead of caring about what they had talked about, she pressed for details about Jiang Xingchen's situation.

However, knowing that there were other people with her, Park Jiyeon didn't explain much. After saying a few words, she invited her to come and take a look at EPOCH.

Some things are better said face to face.

That's why we've come to EPOCH Entertainment.

Well...

I drove here myself.

At this moment, she pulled down her sunglasses slightly and looked at the old two-story building in front of her with surprise.

In addition, I felt a little apologetic.

To Jiang Xingchen.

Because of what she left in the parking lot that night, Jiang Xingchen got her hair and makeup done, and probably even bought several suitable outfits.

Could it be that he's spent all the money he had?

Suddenly, this idea popped into my mind.

As they entered the building, this idea became even stronger.

When she arrived at the shabby office, which contained only a desk, two chairs, and an old leather sofa, she called out to Park Ji-yeon, who was walking toward the sofa.

"About Jiyeon, there's something I forgot to mention when I spoke with Consultant Kang yesterday."

"Thanks to him, I attracted a lot of attention at Fashion Week yesterday."

How should consulting fees be calculated?

Consulting fees?

Hearing this out of the blue, Park Jiyeon was a little stunned.

"Unnie, how would I know about something like that?"

"Is he coming over later?"

"It will probably be around noon. He has an appointment to meet with Representative Chen from Banana Culture Entertainment."

"Is it really that efficient?"

"Yes, they said they absolutely must close this deal!"

"oh oh..."

Park Hyo-min nodded seriously.

Based on Park Jiyeon's words, she felt she had guessed most of it.

Jiang Xingchen was trying to "sell" her that Newtro outfit.

They've probably poured all their savings into it.

All this is to gain their trust.

But it also seems a bit silly?

Even though she knows her own Park Jiyeon, she still chooses to do things differently and pull off that stunt.

"Unnie, perhaps you've misunderstood something?"

Although it's unclear what Park Hyo-min was thinking, she suddenly brought up money instead of discussing the serious matter of EPOCH Entertainment.

Something doesn't sound right no matter how you look at it.

After observing for a while, I noticed that Park Hyo-min's eyes were wandering aimlessly around the office.

Okay...

I know what happened.

"Is there a misunderstanding?"

When Park Hyomin heard this, she knew that Park Jiyeon had guessed what she was thinking, but she was still a little unsure.

Upon hearing this, Park Jiyeon burst out laughing.

She said, "Although he doesn't really have much money, he can still afford to get a makeover and buy a few outfits!"

How did you know?

"I checked his account a few days ago, and he still has some money."

"You've also looked at the bank account?"

"Coincidentally, unnie, don't overthink it."

"Alright then, but I'll still have to ask him about the fees later. I don't want to owe him a favor."

"Let's talk about it when he's done with his work!"

"Then tell me about EPOCH Entertainment first. You can't sign a contract now, can you? If the company finds out, you'll be ruined!"

"Ani, that's not how it is."

Park Jiyeon waved her hand, then took out several folded A4 sheets of paper from her handbag.

He unfolded one of the papers and laid it out in front of Park Hyo-min.

Letter of Intent for Talent Agency

The official date on which this contract becomes a valid contract is January 1, 2018.

Prior to this date, Party B (EPOCH Entertainment's Jiang Xingchen) will serve as Party A (Park Jiyeon) as a private consultant, handling all matters related to her former agency, MBK Entertainment, as well as crisis management...

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Seongdong District, Seongsudong.

The SK V1 Center building houses a large number of IT companies, design firms, and various small and medium-sized enterprises.

While Park Jiyeon was explaining EPOCH Entertainment and her relationship with Kang Sung-jin to Park Hyo-min.

The protagonist they were talking about.

Jiang Xingchen.

I've already taken the elevator to the 17th floor and arrived at the entrance of Banana Culture Entertainment.

Despite receiving investment from a wealthy second-generation heir from a neighboring country last year, it's not as rich and powerful as big names like SM and JYP Entertainment, which own their own buildings.

In other words, they rented this floor for the company's operations.

The electric gate opened as soon as I reached the door.

Two people were standing inside the door.

Upon seeing one of the faces clearly, he quickly identified Chen Yufan as the one in question.

The person I recognized was named Li Haoyang.

This name might not be familiar to most people, but if it's changed to "New Sadong Tiger," then this won't be a problem.

Representative producer of Banana Culture Entertainment.

A top producer in the industry.

EXID was created by him.

Among T-ara fans, many believe that he is the most suitable and outstanding songwriter among the many songwriters who have collaborated with T-ara.

I thought I was just meeting Chen Yufan today, but I never expected to meet this producer who died young.

Some surprises.

Immediately, a polite smile appeared on his face.

He strode toward the two of them.

Although he recognized Chen Yufan, Chen Yufan was a little unsure of his identity and asked in confusion.

"Mr. K?"

"Representative Chen, Producer Lee, Annyeonghaseyo, nice to meet you, Kang Sung-jin, Yimida."

"Designer, ah ni ha sai yo."

Only after he spoke did Chen Yufan realize that he was the designer Mr. K whom she was going to meet today.

His face showed undisguised surprise.

I had thought about it during our call yesterday. Designer K wasn't very old, but I never imagined he would be such a young man.

"Representative Chen, you flatter me," Jiang Xingchen said, shaking hands with the two of them. "I hope our meeting today will have a good outcome."

"That's exactly what we were thinking!"

Li Haoyang replied with a smile.

I ran into Chen Yufan in the hallway just now. I heard that he had contacted Mr. K, the designer who made a name for himself at Seoul Fashion Week yesterday by using Park Hyomin's outfit.

It was immediately clear that Chen Yufan intended for Mr. K to be included in EXID's next comeback.

To be honest, he was very happy.

I've been having a headache over this lately.

Although he serves as the representative producer in the company, his main job is music planning and content production.

They are not very good at design concepts.

However, the resources and solutions currently offered by the company do not provide options that satisfy him.

Having a strong external ally at this point is certainly a good thing.

In addition, regarding the next EXID comeback plan.

There isn't much time left.

It's still uncertain.

The results of this comeback will likely fall short of expectations.

So, after a brief introduction and a few pleasantries at the entrance, the three of them walked side by side into the doors of Banana Culture Entertainment.

As expected, Jiang Xingchen, being a guest, was surrounded by the two people in the middle.

This scene caught the attention of the employees they encountered along the way.

I couldn't help but wonder who the young man walking in the middle was.

I was thinking that maybe he was like that rich second-generation investor from a neighboring country last year?

He does look rather handsome.

I just don't know how rich they are.

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