6. Prepare for the roadshow

After filming ended, Song Qixian was dazed for several days. Shen Minghe and others also learned that Song Qixian had disappeared for a few days to shoot a movie directed by Kim Seo-jin.

Everyone was curious about Song Qixian's recent experiences. In South Korea, movie actors are several notches higher than idols, and any actor who can make a movie is a proven success. Even though Song Qixian's role was limited, he had definitely made his mark in the industry.

Shen Minghe was the first one who couldn't hold it in. He looked left and right but didn't think Song Qixian was any different from them. He just had smaller eyes and a wider jaw, which was very ordinary.

He said sourly, "You're so lucky to have been noticed by Director Kim. If I were there, maybe Director Kim Seo-jin would have asked me to play a role."

Song Qixian smiled palely. He looked at Shen Minghe's face and suddenly said seriously: "Minghe, I actually think you look better than me and are very suitable for filming."

Shen Minghe blushed. Zhou Heyu, who was sitting across the table, tapped his spoon on his bowl to signal Shen Minghe not to go too far. He himself sincerely congratulated Song Qixian.

"Please tell me when the movie comes out, and then we can celebrate together."

Ming Shangyu and Park Yuen were not there. It was said that one had something to do at home and the other took leave for some unknown reason.

When the two people who had taken leave returned, the five trainees from Death Company received a piece of news: they would be preparing for a roadshow together.

Even the absent-minded Song Qixian was shocked by the news. He pointed at himself and confirmed again and again: "Does that include me?"

Song Qixian had only been with the company for a little over a month, and although he had learned the basics, he was very slow in learning the formal dances, often taking a week to master them. The roadshow was in a week. Could he learn the choreography for at least four songs in that week?

Zhou Heyu was also very surprised. A roadshow? As he expected, this was probably a warm-up before their debut. Then why bring Song Qixian along? Unless... Looking at Ming Shangyu who remained silent, he had a guess in his mind.

Park Yoo-eun has become more handsome and in a better mood this time. Even his attitude towards Song Ki-hyun is not so bad. When he heard that Song Ki-hyun was starring in a movie, Park Yoo-eun also congratulated him.

"I don't know where you got all that luck. You joined our company with nothing, met such a great roommate like me, and now you've even entered the entertainment industry. When the movie comes out, I'll definitely go to the cinema to see it and judge your acting skills."

Although there was a hint of sarcasm in his tone, Song Qixian could sense Park Yoo-eun's good mood. He tentatively asked, "Did anything happy happen to you?"

At first, Park Yoo-eun was arrogant and refused to say anything, but when he saw that Song Qixian really didn't ask, he became anxious again.

"Okay, okay, I'll be kind enough to satisfy your curiosity."

Song Qixian hesitated to speak. In fact, he wasn't that curious. But seeing Park Youen's bright smile, he decided to forget it.

In the middle of the night, Park Yoo-eun sat up from the bed, the happiness in her voice unstoppable.

"I saw my mother!"

"I haven't seen my mother in thirteen years. She went to Canada after she divorced my father. I often receive postcards from her. My childhood dream was to immigrate to Canada. But now, I don't have to go to Canada. My mother is back and she said she wants to stay in Korea forever!"

Song Qixian listened quietly to Park Youen talking about her mother, but he could not understand his roommate's excitement. He didn't have a mother, but he had the dean's mother, but the dean's mother was everyone's mother, not just his.

Seeing that Song Qixian had no reaction, Park Youen was very dissatisfied.

"Hey, why don't you say a word? Aren't you happy for me that I saw my mother? Or are you going to laugh at me now? Wouldn't you be so happy that you can't sleep when you see your family you haven't seen for a long time?"

Song Qixian's voice came from the darkness, "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to laugh at you. I was just thinking about how I would feel if I reunited with my mother."

Park Yoo Eun asked curiously, "You live in the dormitory every day now, so wouldn't you feel it when you go home?"

Song Qixian remained silent again, and Park Youen fell asleep with disgust.

The next day they suspended all classes and began practicing four songs for the roadshow, three of which were famous songs that President Choi Byung-hee had previously produced for other artists, and the remaining one was a new song that had not yet been released.

After Zhou Heyu finished his dance routine, he took the lead. Ming Shangyu learned quickly, and Park Youen wasn't far behind. Shen Minghe struggled a bit, but managed to keep up. Song Qixian, however, was the only one whose foundation was so poor that Zhou Heyu had to give him individual instruction after teaching everyone else.

"Turn left, follow the arm movement, tighten your core and don't slump your waist, feet, turn the same!"

During the intermission, Park Yoo-eun stood by and watched the excitement. She didn't know how Song Qixian learned it. He learned the basic dance steps very standardly, but he was too slow to absorb the real dance.

Seeing Song Qixian's clumsy appearance, Park Youen felt like a cat scratching her heart, so she also started to guide him. Two teachers facing one student, especially the two teachers' styles were not consistent, which put a lot of pressure on Song Qixian.

"Yes, that's it, keep going."

"Your head is so weird and exaggerated, are you going to cosplay as a zombie? Don't listen to him, Zhou Heyu's method only suits him."

"Park Yoo-eun, are you looking for death? Why are you causing trouble? Get out of here."

"What? I mean well. What you teach is too profound for his stupid brain to understand!"

"Have you had a problem with me for a long time?"

"Am I being obvious?"

Shen Minghe cheered from the back: "Fight, fight!"

Song Qixian just felt a throbbing pain in his head.

They didn't notice that there was one person missing from the practice room.

Outside the door, Ming Shangyu and Choi Bingxi stood together. Looking at the people getting along more and more harmoniously, Ming Shangyu said, "I still think you are too hasty. He is not suitable to debut with us at all."

Choi Byung-hee stroked his chin with one hand and said, "But I think it would be beneficial for him to join you."

He commented on Song Qixian: "He is brave, strong, and persevering. All he needs is time. I am sure that his performance on stage will not disappoint me."

What's more, Song Qixian is very talented in acting. Jin Ruizhen has already told him that this kid's performance is very good. Their company is too small, and Choi Bingxi's connections are barely enough to reach the film and television industry. If Song Qixian can cross over and become an actor, then his existence in this group will be more meaningful.

Ming Shangyu said no more. Although he and President Cui were relatives, he could not stop any decision made by the company.

So he asked: "But he has never been on a real stage. Maybe he will fail on stage. Even so, will you still stick to your choice?"

Choi Byung-hee smiled. He looked at his arrogant nephew and said, "That depends on whether you will help him. As long as you give the order, no one among them will go against your will and secretly help him. If he doesn't perform well on stage, he will naturally be eliminated."

Ming Shangyu ignored his uncle who sometimes talked nonsense and pushed open the back door and went in.

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Song Qixian had a very difficult week. To avoid falling behind, he practiced all night long, with less than three hours of rest each day. With Zhou Heyu and Park Youen's occasional guidance, he actually mastered all four dances.

At the same time, Kim Seo-jin's friend was preparing to shoot a TV series and was in the casting stage. His friend asked him if he had any actor to recommend, and Kim Seo-jin immediately recommended Song Qixian to him.

When Choi Byung-hee received the casting invitation, he was instantly delighted. Wasn't this director the renowned Kong Ji-min, known for his light comedies? And his co-writer, Ha Mi-sook, was also a seasoned screenwriter.

The audition was scheduled for more than a month later, the day after their company's new group debuted.

Although the timing was a bit unfortunate, Choi Byung-hee still decided to accept the invitation.

Elsewhere, Song Qixian's second-hand, battle-damaged gun finally fulfilled its mission and died a heroic death. He definitely couldn't do without his gun, so he planned to practice for an hour less tonight before picking out a second-hand gun. Unexpectedly, Zhou Heyu, seeing how hard he was working, insisted on dragging him out for a stroll.

Of course, there were five of them together. During this week, they ate and drank together, went in and out together, and their relationship improved a lot.

After spending more time together, Song Qixian got to know each of their personalities better.

For example, his roommate Park Yoo-eun, who has a bad mouth but a good heart, is always angry and likes to fight with everyone. The only person he dare not mess with is his eldest brother Ming Shangyu.

Zhou Heyu has a handsome face but a very manly personality. He was also the first person to accept Song Qixian.

Shen Minghe, the younger brother who loves to stir up trouble, is not a bad person at all, he just likes to watch others quarrel.

As for Ming Shangyu, he was the most mysterious person. Song Qixian had never spoken more than three sentences to him. However, he treated everyone equally and didn't say much to anyone.

It was the first time the five of them went shopping together, so they naturally wanted to look their best. They were all idol aspirants, so they had plenty of nice clothes and fashionable items. Only Song Qixian looked a little embarrassed. But that didn't matter. Zhou Heyu pulled a piece of clothing from Park Youen's and gave it to him.

Park Yoo-eun was unhappy. Why was Zhou Heyu so familiar? All his clothes were his favorites!

Zhou Heyu's screams came from the other end of the dormitory, and Song Qixian calmly changed into Park Youen's clothes.

On one of the busiest streets in Seoul, five eye-catching figures appeared at the same time. They were all around 1.8 meters tall and all had different looks.

【Author’s words】

My teammates are all good people.