Peninsula 2017: Is the system living in the past?

"Ji-yeon, relax!"

"Let's do it again!"

"Be a little colder, a little more arrogant."

"With your performance just now, there's no way I can call you Queen!"

The practice room was deliberately dimly lit.

After watching the video she had just recorded, Jiang Xingchen put down her equipment and adjusted the color temperature of the fill light that was placed next to her.

Then he turned to look at Park Jiyeon.

I also mentioned a few requests and added a provocative remark.

She is having her makeup fixed by Park Ji-hye.

Hearing this, she narrowed her eyes slightly, glanced at him sideways, and raised her hand to make an OK gesture.

But after gesturing, he seemed to remember something and quickly withdrew his hand.

Fortunately, the indoor lighting was dim.

No one noticed her slightly burning earlobes.

Please wait a few seconds.

Makeup done.

She stood in the center of the camera's view.

Close your eyes.

Then he opened his eyes.

He nodded slightly.

Park Ji-hye, who temporarily took on the role of assistant, moved the mouse on the desktop.

Then came another "Boom" sound.

The explosive music started again.

Park Jiyeon's body also started to move.

Beside her, Park Ji-hye crossed her arms and looked at her with admiration.

I just feel that T-ara truly deserves to have fought their way out of a group of incredibly strong groups.

Such strength would still be among the top even today.

If it weren't for the smear campaign in the early years.

They would never be in their current situation.

Then, her gaze fell on Jiang Xingchen, who was filming and recording a video.

His eyes held a complex expression.

I don't know what she's thinking.

However, after a brief period of wandering thoughts, she forcefully brought them back.

Enjoying the scene before me.

This can be considered one of the perks of working in the entertainment industry.

You can enjoy materials from artists that haven't been released yet, even before the audience.

Just then.

She vaguely heard the soft sound of a door opening behind her.

Looking back, I saw Park Hyomin cautiously pushing the door open and coming in.

She was wearing the same outfit that was all the rage today.

"Annyeonghaseyo..."

Their eyes met, and Park Hyomin's lips moved silently in greeting.

Park Ji-hye nodded slightly, then pointed to Jiang Xingchen and Park Ji-yeon, who were busy.

Seeing this, Park Hyomin slipped inside and didn't move again, so as not to disturb them.

...

...

at the same time.

On the streets of Seoul at night.

A white van smoothly navigated through the traffic.

Lee Ji-eun sat in the second row, browsing news online.

A few days ago, on her way to finish her work schedule, she received a video from Park Jiyeon.

I unexpectedly learned about Jiang Xingchen's choreography skills.

I guessed then that there would be more to come.

During a break in the afternoon recording, manager Jung Han-te, who was constantly monitoring online news, told her about the trending news related to Park Ji-yeon.

His words were full of admiration for the state of Park Ji-yeon as shown in the video.

She saw it too.

This version is even more stunning than the previous versions.

It's obvious that professionals were involved in filming and editing.

As for who that person is.

Her intuition told her that the person was Jiang Xingchen.

Therefore, she became even more determined to find him to save her heart from dancing.

As for Park Hyo-min's French retro-style photo, I looked at it as well.

Then, it hit me right away.

An idea immediately popped into my head—perhaps there could be a better cover option for "Flower Bookmark 2"!

After looking through her phone for a while, she put it away and called out to Zheng Hande, who was driving.

"Hante oppa, when you have some free time later, please contact the company for me."

"Yes, is there something you need?" Jung Han-te answered without turning his head, then seemed to realize something, "You're not thinking of changing the cover of 'Flower Bookmark 2,' which has already been finalized, are you?"

"Oh... How did you guess that, Hante Oppa?"

"When I saw that photo of Park Hyo-min, I felt that the style of the photo seemed to match your album."

"Aigoo, as expected of my manager!"

"Haha, well said, you really are IU's manager."

In response to Lee Ji-eun's statement, Jung Han-te laughed and then repeated it.

Since taking over Lee Ji-eun's management job from Bae Chung-han, Jung Han-te has been putting in a tremendous amount of effort.

He was very involved in the production of each album, and he understood the concepts very well.

Take the upcoming "Flower Bookmark 2" for example.

It continues the concept of "Flower Bookmark 1" from 2014.

The theme is "Eternal memories, like petals and bookmarks from an old book".

This was given as a commemorative gift to mark her 9th anniversary in the industry.

Jung Han-te was very clear about the production concept behind this album, which is why he was able to immediately perceive how well Park Hyo-min's retro style in "Practice Room Sunshine" matched the album's concept.

only...

"Ji-eun, it's probably too late to change the cover now!"

Although he also felt that the designer Mr. K's style was a good match for the album.

But there are only a few days left until the album is released on September 22nd.

The promotional images have already been released.

Should we change it again?

"Too..."

At work, Lee Ji-eun is not the type to ignore advice, so after hearing this reminder, she quickly came to her senses and responded with a regretful sigh.

However, he didn't completely give up the idea, and instead secretly considered the idea of ​​making a special edition album.

Even if it's not released.

Just to satisfy my little desires.

"That's not a problem," Zheng Hante said, no longer raising any objections. "The internet says that Mr. K and King are the same person."

Why don't you ask Jiyeon?

"I roughly know who King is."

"Oh?"

"Hante Oppa, perhaps you still remember the strange guy we met on Yeouido that day?"

"Of course, don't tell me that weirdo is King."

When it comes to the strange man he met at Yeouido Hangang Park that evening, it would be difficult for Jung Han-te to forget him.

The reason is not complicated.

It was because of what he said to Lee Ji-eun before he left.

Invite her to an audition?

This is the first time I've seen such an eye-catching method.

If they hadn't left so decisively, one would have thought they were a fanatic who deliberately got close.

"Hmm, he choreographed this dance for Jiyeon."

Lee Ji-eun revealed a sly smile.

This feeling of knowing secrets that others don't.

That's absolutely fantastic.

She then revealed her thoughts.

"I'm planning to find some time to ask that cool guy for some guidance."

But after she finished speaking, she noticed that Zheng Hante suddenly fell silent.

His brows immediately furrowed.

"Hante Oppa..."

"Ji-eun, I suddenly feel a little sleepy," Jung Han-te guessed what she wanted to say, so he put on a fake acting performance.

He yawned.

Then he pointed to a spot not far ahead.

"Hey, there's a coffee shop right here. I'll go buy a coffee to refresh myself."

"What would you like to drink?"

"Oppa's treating!"

She spoke so fast that she didn't give Lee Ji-eun a chance to interrupt.

Even while speaking, he had already precisely parked the car in the only remaining parking space on the side of the road.

Parking and turning off the engine were done in one smooth motion.

After telling him to wait patiently in the car, he rushed out the door.

"Oh..."

"Who are you underestimating!"

"Never heard of those thirty years or something!"

Watching his departing figure, Lee Ji-eun let out a disdainful laugh.

Then, he looked at the bodyguard sitting in the passenger seat.

"Agassi, you should believe I can do it, right?"

"Inside..."

The bodyguard was extremely concise.

Lee Ji-eun nodded in satisfaction, leaned back in her chair with peace of mind, and sent a message to Park Ji-yeon to inquire about Jiang Xingchen's schedule.

She couldn't wait.

A few minutes later, Jung Han returned with coffee for three people.

He was muttering something under his breath.

"Hante oppa, why are you suddenly mentioning Eunjung unnie?"

"I just saw Eun-jung's manager, Lee Hwa-soo, at the store."

Zheng Hante took out the coffee and handed it to her, casually explaining, "At this time, she should be filming at the comprehensive film and television city in South YZ City."

"and then?"

"There's something fishy about the manager being alone in Seoul!"

"Could you be mistaken?"

"Absolutely not."

"But how did you know about Eun-jung unnie's work schedule, Oppa?"

"Jiyeon and Hyomin are trending on social media, do you think the media will let the others off the hook?"

"Then I'll ask Jiyeon."

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