Chapter 57 Commute to Work + Recording of "Weekly Idol" (...)
On her way to her usual dressing room the next day, Han Sang-hee received oat milk from the staff member who was accompanying her, which G-Dragon had asked her to give her.
After briefly thanking the employee, she accepted the oat milk she was offered without saying anything more.
This senior should already be on a flight back home.
Staring at the beverage box in his hand, Han Shangxi's thoughts drifted elsewhere.
With her phone not at hand, and no intention of texting him, she instead took out her lyric book and absentmindedly twirled the pen in her other hand.
Reporting your travel itinerary is not something players are required to do.
Objectively speaking, she was indeed more like a clear-headed player in this relationship.
If she hadn't been so aware that the other person was basically in control of the rhythm, she probably would have felt sorry for this senior.
However, if you're too particular, it's not very player-friendly.
Han Shangxi uses doodles to record his thoughts.
Paying attention, speculating, getting caught up in the players' game...
Since my mind is already focused on this, I might as well use it as material to write a song.
Han Sang-hee felt no qualms about using G-Dragon as material for her songwriting.
Sanghee is an artist whose personality is not much different in private than on stage.
Working with Sanghee is very easy; most of the staff at the company who are in charge of artists like her very much.
Very polite, quiet when rushing around, and speaks with high emotional intelligence when chatting, without making any strange requests.
After completing their schedules, they would go straight back to the company to continue practicing in the practice room or recording studio, without any intention of going on dates.
It may also be related to the fact that this person's rumored love interest works at our company.
The relationship between Sanghee and G-Dragon has always been a topic of gossip in the company.
—This is obviously a company arrangement. The president always likes to do things this way. Outsiders may not know, but you all do.
—But I heard that the president spoke with both of them separately about their breakup last time. Did they really not talk?
—Why don't you ask the people who frequently travel with these two?
—They're all so tight-lipped, how could I possibly find out?
Just like outsiders, even those inside Waiji Company couldn't understand the relationship between the two.
Whenever I feel there's something going on between these two, I also think they're both too open and honest. Besides, they've had other rumored relationships besides each other.
Who knows, maybe they really are just senior and junior colleagues?
Han Sang-hee's schedule today mainly consists of recording "Weekly Idol" during the day and a live radio broadcast in the evening.
The only time fans can get in touch with their idol is probably during their commute to and from get off work.
From the moment he opened the car door, Han Shangxi had already switched to "business mode".
A light pink short-sleeved shirt paired with a grass-green plaid skirt. The simple outfit was complemented by exaggerated, irregularly shaped gold and pink earrings that swayed with her movements. Her hair was still the same black as always, but this time it was simply tied up. The makeup, which was the center of attention, was more casual. At first glance, people noticed Sanghee's outstanding features rather than her makeup.
The overall feel is springtime, which fits well with the album's theme of excitement.
While YG Entertainment is constantly producing trendy and cool looks, the standout styles of ETE members are mostly based on colorful themes.
Vibrant colors, elegant and youthful, full of life, a traditional yet unconventional idol.
In the public eye, Sanghee and ETE are seen as an attempt by YG to combine traditional idols with YG-style idols.
Those who accept it will like it, while those who don't will feel that Wrong Chicken is trying to have it all.
It needs both the inherent mass appeal of traditional idols and the tolerance of people for the individuality of YG-style idols.
However, the majority of people were ultimately drawn in, as evidenced by Sanghee's impressive debut solo performance.
All previous speculations were dispelled by Sanghee's performance after the release of the muted video of his solo performance.
As always, a perfect live performance, with no awkwardness in the dance moves to avoid high notes—these are things that never happen with Sanghee.
A three-generation powerhouse, an idol whose candid shots and expressions are all perfect.
Such praise only makes Sanghee seem like a given.
If you were to ask fans, what are Sanghee's shortcomings?
There's probably only one thing that fans aren't entirely satisfied with.
—Sanghee, could you please have fewer scandals?
Although the scandals haven't had much impact on Sanghee's achievements so far, with "Palpitate" even becoming a hit that people who don't like Sanghee listen to, Sanghee's success is largely due to his own talent. However, the constant scandals surrounding Sanghee are indeed causing some heartache for his fans.
However, most of these rumors are actually just press releases, which makes fans unable to let go.
It's not uncommon for fans to want to abandon their idols, but after seeing Sanghee's performance, some of them find it hard not to think, "Oh well, what did Sanghee do wrong? The media that fabricated the news is the one who's wrong," and then return to their infatuated fan phase.
As long as the stage is good enough, they can still enjoy it.
Most people showed a level of tolerance towards Sanghee that they didn't show towards other idols.
Popularity is sometimes a very magical thing.
He greeted the arriving fans and bowed to express his gratitude.
Every time Sanghee meets her fans in person, her attitude towards them can be described as that of a model idol.
Sanghee's commute to work is also known as a fangirling extravaganza.
Given enough time, he will interact with the arriving fans.
They cooperated by making gestures for fans to take photos and answered the questions they heard earnestly.
Sanghee doesn't discriminate based on whether fans look familiar or come from any particular country. She remembers fans who have met her before and actively responds to fans meeting her for the first time.
Sometimes you really have to admire how top-notch, beautiful kids are also top-notch at charming their fans.
Of course, not all questions are easy to answer.
For example, "Is Sanghee currently in a relationship?"
The previously lively scene quieted down slightly after those words.
Some people turned to pay attention to the source of the sound, but most people's attention remained on Sanghee in front of them.
Sanghee seemed oblivious to the change in atmosphere; even the curve of her smile remained unchanged.
"I did participate in the styling this time."
She didn't respond to the voice immediately, but instead quietly finished answering the previous fan's question.
Sanghee then tried to discern the direction of the questioner, thought for a moment, and replied with a touch of playfulness, "Perhaps palpitate, which exists immediately, is more appealing to me."
Sanghee, who ranked in the top 3 in a public vote for the new generation of idols who seem to be good at dating, appeared to be very sincere when responding to dating rumors.
However, she did not lie about this issue.
After responding to the question, Sanghee left the venue under the guidance of a staff member, maintaining her professional demeanor as she departed.
After Sanghee left, the fans present had different thoughts and began exchanging glances with those they knew.
—Could the person who just asked the question be an anti-fan?
—That's possible. I've never met them in person before.
—Did Sanghee actually negotiate or not?
—Whether we've talked about it or not, as long as it's not shown in public, I'll pretend we haven't talked about it.
A simple response, yet it's brimming with topicality.
Whether or not they talked is no longer important.
This response went viral online, with some believing that Sanghee at least has someone she's currently flirting with, while others think she's creating buzz for her new album. Still others interpreted it as Sanghee meaning that her answer is hidden in the album "Palpitate," and that she's starting to look for clues in "Palpitate."
It has to be said that topics about love always pique the interest of most people.
This is Sanghee's second time coming to the third basement level to participate in the recording of "Weekly Idol".
For Sanghee, who participated in the early recordings of Weekly Idol during her rookie days, the two MCs played the role of elders who were moved by the sight of their daughter growing up.
However, the two MCs, who played the role of elders, remained dedicated to generating buzz.
At the beginning of the show, the MCs remarked that Sanghee, who grew up around the same time as Weekly Idol, has become a popular idol, while also throwing out the joke that Weekly Idol still couldn't invite GD to the show.
"The person who has arrived today,
She's someone Zhou Ou is very familiar with.
When I first met that child
I was thinking this person would definitely become as popular as "Weekly Idol."
"But Dajun, this kid has already become a very popular idol."
"We at Weekly Idol have never even managed to invite G-Dragon once."
"I heard that this person is very familiar with GD, just like he is with 'Weekly Idol'."
"Saying that will start a fan war."
A look of panic appeared on Defconn's face at just the right moment, and he immediately made a gesture of admitting his mistake along with Jung Hyung-don.
When the camera panned to Sanghee in the waiting area, she noticed the camera moving towards her and made a tapping motion with her fingers.
—The adorable Sanghee watching the fun
"Next, let's welcome this person who debuted with great popularity."
He is considered by the public to be the ideal type in all aspects.
The ideal child, the ideal sister, even the ideal aunt.
Sanghee, the super popular new generation national idol currently active in solo activities.
The production team laid out a red carpet for Sanghee's appearance.
Sanghee, who was walking earnestly on the red carpet under the MC's introduction, instantly lost her composure after noticing the two MCs' exaggerated actions.
—Sanghee, amused by the seriousness
The production team of "Weekly Idol" has always sought to create a sense of contrast with idols, showing a more authentic idol who is different from the one on stage.
That's what makes the show interesting.
"It's been so long since I've seen Sanghee."
How about I introduce myself to everyone again?
"Hey everyone! I'm Sanghee from ETE. I'm currently active as a solo artist, and my album 'Palpitate' was just released yesterday..."
Facing the camera, Sanghee greeted everyone with a very formal demeanor.
She's a guest on the show today, not an MC. But Sanghee still knows what kind of reactions will create the best entertainment value.
“Ani, is the relationship between Sanghee and our Weekly Idol magazine just a business one?”
As expected, the MC interrupted Sanghee halfway through her introduction, and took the opportunity to complain about Sanghee's aloofness and formality.
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Author's Note: Thank you to all the lovely readers for your comments, support, and even a little something extra! [cat paw emoji]
I'm posting the chapter I've finished writing first. The other chapter will probably be updated after midnight. My little angels can check back tomorrow. [doge emoji with rose in hand]
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