And in the midst of this dense bombardment of warnings, a heavy news fell again.
Zhang Yixing's back injury flared up again without any warning during the sprint period more than a month before his debut.
The severe pain made it impossible for him to stand, let alone practice. After the doctor diagnosed him, he was advised to rest for a month.
The practice room was dead silent. Yixing's face was filled with guilt and resentment. He bit his lower lip tightly, his nails almost digging into his palm. "I'm sorry... I..." His voice was choked with sobs and he couldn't continue.
Ouyang Guang and the members surrounded him, feeling heavy in their hearts.
"Brother, stop talking. Listen to the doctor and focus on recovering." Ouyang Guang held his slightly trembling shoulders and spoke in a firm tone, even though his own heart was sinking.
The debut plan was postponed for a month due to Yixing's injury. This month was a respite for everyone, but also a deeper anxiety and torment.
On March 9, the melody of "History" swept in with an explosive attitude.
EXO-K and EXO-M's Chinese and Korean versions of the MV were released simultaneously.
This song heralds the beginning of EXO's activities and conveys to the outside world EXO's ambition to create a new "history". The strong electronic rhythm, gorgeous choreography, and the thirteen members' uniform yet distinctive performance instantly set the Internet on fire.
Ouyang Guang’s influence in the MV cannot be ignored: whether it’s the dance moves in which she is the center lead in the K team version, or the high-pitched passages in which she stands at the forefront in the M team version, as well as the absolute center frame when the two teams are combined.
His camera sense, expressiveness and impeccable appearance made him the focus of all discussions. "Who is the center? SUN?" "Too dazzling! Both his ability and appearance are top-notch!" "It's really the light!"
The heat spread like wildfire, pushing EXO and their names to the forefront. The date of their debut stage, April 8, 2012, was circled heavily in red by countless people, eagerly waiting for it.
The debut date is approaching, with MV shooting, stage rehearsals, media training... time is being squeezed to the last second.
Amidst the noise and high pressure, a more realistic and even somewhat cold link came: signing the official debut contract.
The signing ceremony arranged by the company was not a ceremony where all members gathered together, but each person took turns to sign the contract, which invisibly added a sense of heaviness of fighting alone.
Ouyang Guang was called into a quiet meeting room alone. On the table, a thick stack of contracts with densely printed clauses was like a huge rock pressing down on him.
The air was filled with the smell of paper and ink, mixed with an invisible pressure. The only people in the room were the representative of the department responsible for contracts and a legal assistant.
When Ouyangguang pushed open the door, sitting inside was Jin Zhiyuan, the director of the company's artist management department, who was familiar to Ouyangguang. He had been promoted from section chief to director.
Minister Jin's hair was combed meticulously, and he was wearing a well-tailored dark suit. His eyes were sharp and steady, with the scrutiny of someone who had been in a high position for a long time. Spread out in front of him was the contract that would determine Ouyang Guang's future fate.
"Sun, sit down." Director Jin's voice was not loud, but it was full of unquestionable weight. He raised his hand to indicate the thick file on the table. "This is your debut contract. You know, you need to confirm it with your guardian and lawyer."
Ouyang Guang nodded, feeling awe-inspiring. Facing Minister Jin, the pressure suddenly increased.
He pulled out his cell phone and laptop. "Minister Kim, I need to confirm the details with my parents and my lawyer."
Minister Jin nodded to show his understanding. This was standard procedure and was allowed by the company.
Soon, the video call was connected. The concerned faces of my parents immediately appeared on the screen, and next to them was a middle-aged man wearing gold-rimmed glasses and with a serious expression. It was Lawyer Wang who was entrusted by my parents and was proficient in Korean entertainment law.
"Dad, Mom, Lawyer Wang, this is Director Jin Zhiyuan who is in charge of artist contracts. You have met him before." Ouyang Guang gave a brief introduction, and the atmosphere instantly became more formal.
Lawyer Wang adjusted his glasses and got straight to the point: "Minister Jin, thank you for arranging this communication. Our primary concern is the contract term clause. Please turn to the relevant page."
Ouyang Guang turned to the designated page as instructed, his eyes swept across the decisive lines, and read clearly:
“Basic contract period: seven years from the date the contract takes effect.
In view of the artist's foreign nationality and future overseas activities plans, an additional overseas activities exclusive period is added: the basic contract will be automatically renewed for three years after expiration, for a total of ten years. "
"Next, let's start checking and confirming each item one by one." Lawyer Wang's professional and calm voice sounded, "Especially the key parts such as the contract length, proportion, termination conditions, overseas activities clauses, and injury and illness insurance."
The thick contract was turned page by page. The air seemed to freeze, leaving only the rustling sound of the papers and the calm and professional questioning from Lawyer Wang through the speaker.
"Please confirm the specific figures for the tiered ratio of profit distribution in clause 7.2..."
“Is the definition of ‘material breach’ in the termination clause in Article 12.3 too broad? It is recommended to clearly list…”
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