Peninsula: The Deepest Affection in Jiangnan

Finally, Shen Yu found a template for Zheng Yaxuan's apology letter and had her copy it word by word.

Holding the guarantee that she had written but hadn't actually written, Zheng Yaxuan quietly ate two bowls of oatmeal in Shen Yu's studio before finally going back to her apartment to sleep.

……

On the winter solstice, the outside world was still noisy, but Shen Yu's studio was very quiet.

Those who were supposed to leave have left, and Shen Yu isn't familiar with the other trainees either, so the studio is quiet and peaceful.

The tranquility didn't last long before it was broken by the sounds of the combination lock unlocking and the door opening.

Congratulations!

Xu Youqing looked around as soon as she entered, and only walked in after realizing that no trainees were hiding in Shen Yu's studio.

"What's there to congratulate me on?"

"Smack."

Xu Youqing placed the lunchbox in front of Shen Yu. "Today is the Winter Solstice. I cooked red bean porridge at home this morning. Try it! I specially learned how to make it from my mother. My mother's red bean porridge is so delicious."

Shen Yu opened the lunchbox and took a spoonful with the cute porcelain spoon that Xu Youqing had prepared.

It looks delicious, and the packaging is very thoughtful. When you open the lid, you can see pine nuts, red lentils, raisins, and crushed peanuts.

"It tastes really good."

"Shen Yu".

"Um?"

Wishing you continued success and prosperity in your future endeavors!

"Oh! Thank you, Nuna."

Xu Youqing is truly sentimental.

"But it looks like you're going to be even more popular now."

"Um?"

"Didn't I just say congratulations? Guess what I congratulated you on?"

Xu Youqing stood with her hands behind her back, looking happy for Shen Yu.

"..."

It can't be something like congratulating me on becoming a father, can it?

Shen Yu had absolutely no interest in this kind of riddle.

But it seems that girls really enjoy making you guess.

"Grammy nomination for 'Somebody That I Used To Know'!"

"oh."

Watching Shen Yu calmly eat his red bean porridge, Xu Youqing moved closer to him and stared into his eyes.

"You found out? That shouldn't be the case. I was the first to know."

"No, I haven't seen the news yet. It's just a nomination, though."

That song deserves a nomination.

However, Shen Yu was not surprised that he was nominated so early, although he hadn't expected it.

"Hey! Cheer up!" Xu Youqing ignited the enthusiasm of a professional agent.

"The best thing to do next is to strike while the iron is hot and promote yourself!"

She clapped her hands forcefully in front of Shen Yu, making a "clap clap" sound.

"I can help you continue filming BTS videos? My friends at HYBE can provide their schedules, and I can also ask around with Ador. After all, if it's a competition between a new girl group and NewJeans, Representative Yang will support you!"

Xu Youqing was much more enthusiastic than Shen Yu.

"Let's just focus on making good songs."

"Okay, then I'll contact some friends I know. I also have producers I know at TBL who appreciate you. You don't need too many original songs; leave the songs for the album to me."

"Nuna, that's not what I meant."

Shen Yu pointed to his computer screen, where the audio tracks and bars were displayed.

"I mean, I'll just keep making songs like this."

"what?"

Xu Youqing didn't quite understand.

What's the difference between this and before?

Before he became famous, Shen Yu would lock himself in his studio to write songs.

"The hype will eventually die down, and such opportunities don't come around often. If BTS doesn't make any moves in the next three years, am I supposed to look for a new boy group to ride that wave?"

"Huh? It won't work?"

Xu Youqing was also confused for a moment.

She was so disapproving of Shen Yu's behavior back then, but now she's so supportive of this idea of ​​riding on someone else's coattails.

"Okay, but there's no need for that."

Ultimately, for Shen Yu, the goal of the parasitic playstyle is to have a good start.

Just like things that grow wildly, they will eventually have to clear their name.

Xu Youqing got carried away, and many of Shen Yu's fans also got carried away.

But Shen Yu himself is the most clear-headed.

"So...we won't film anymore?"

"I didn't say we wouldn't film, it's just that there's no urgent need anymore."

Singers are the true selves. If Shen Yu wanted to be an opinion leader or internet celebrity, he wouldn't have stopped being a producer long ago. Wouldn't it be enough for him to just frantically ride the wave of popularity?

Then he switched to the live-streaming e-commerce field, and thanks to his foresight, he made a fortune!

But that's not the meaning of Shen Yu continuing to live.

"Alright, Nuna, the red bean porridge is delicious, would you like some?"

"Huh?"

Shen Yu scooped up a spoonful of red bean porridge and put it into Xu Youqing's mouth.

"..."

"Fine, I'm not going to bother with you anymore. Just remember to tell me if anything comes up, and I'll take care of it!"

"Okay! Don't worry, Nuna, there's a lot to do."

……

Shen Yu, who originally intended to keep a low profile, unexpectedly ended up making Zheng Yaxuan a hot topic as well.

"A Grammy nomination! Did you see that?! What is this? This is real talent!"

Li Zhixiong browsed the comments under the news article, feeling somewhat excited.

In recent years, the overall strategic direction for Seoul and the country as a whole has been a comprehensive cultural victory.

Because other aspects cannot reflect Seoul's influence.

That's why at various exhibitions, while others introduce their countries through historical sites and culture, Seoul chooses to introduce its country through K-pop and celebrities.

However, it's not without its advantages. Because of the global trend towards greater inclusivity, excluding China, Seoul and Tokyo can be used to demonstrate that Asian appearances can also win awards in the Western world.

This was the case when Jungkook recorded the World Cup OST, and Shen Yu also benefited from this national-level opportunity.

Most BTS and Newjeans fans are giving Shen Yu negative reviews online. Some BTS fans even said that BTS has been nominated for a Grammy, so Shen Yu's situation is nothing.

But unfortunately, they are no longer the mainstream.

……

So when Shen Yu sat in Yang Xianshuo's office, he thought they were talking about the Grammys.

"We won't know the Grammys until next year. In the meantime, the company will contact relevant political parties and other organizations to fully support you."

Yang Hyun-suk looked quite pleased, and he didn't even seem to care about having to appear in court again soon.

The man, embroiled in lawsuits, felt that if he could get Shen Yu after The Black Label became independent, he wouldn't feel like he had lost anything.

"Thank you, representative."

"I already told you to call him uncle!"

"Okay, Uncle Yang."

"That's more like it." Yang Xianshuo was very satisfied with Shen Yu no matter how he looked at him, but the next second he looked at Shen Yu with a serious expression.

"Are you planning to woo Ya-hsuan Yang?"

"what?"

No, boss, your car is taking such a winding mountain road.

"It's nothing, it's just a conversation between an uncle and his nephew, don't feel pressured."

"Of course, don't think I'm being long-winded."

"No, that won't happen." Shen Yu still had some respect for Representative Yang.

The person I respect is a fellow self-made leader in the entertainment industry, but he is far more ruthless than I am.

Back when he was with an MCN, some particularly good-looking internet celebrities would ride roughshod over him, and Shen Yu didn't dare to utter a sound.

"A woman shouldn't receive too much recognition. It's best to stop now. If you really like Ya-hsuan Yang, then you can't let her go any further."

"ha?"

"Then you can promote other people, but the company will withdraw all the publicity and promotion, making them only vaguely famous. That's what we want to do."