Chapter 39 A quiet atmosphere + a quiet Sa...
Captain and producer are not just titles, but actual jobs that Kwon Ji-yong needs to do.
When working, Kwon Ji-yong is described by the other members as strict and difficult to work with.
Once he's out of that state, when he's alone, he can finally let himself reveal that hidden loneliness, weariness, and helplessness.
In short, mentally exhausted.
The members left after completing their parts.
Sometimes, he would be the only one left in the recording studio at the end.
For him, the time when he went back and looked through the lively chat room was often the most tiring time.
When Kwon Ji-yong opened the door and saw Han Sang-hee inside, he wasn't surprised, but he perked up a bit.
Ahem, he still couldn't lose his image as a senior in front of his juniors.
When Han Sang-hee met Kwon Ji-yong, she no longer felt the politeness she would have shown when meeting the other seniors.
For the two of them, a simple nod and a greeting were enough.
She then continued with what she was doing, without seeking advice from her seniors.
She was already very busy, so she decided not to bother him.
One of the rules for getting along with seniors is to learn to read their expressions.
The two did not speak; they simply went about their own business.
This atmosphere, ironically, made Kwon Ji-yong feel calm.
When Han Sang-hee finished her work, she noticed that Kwon Ji-yong was still there.
Seeing that the other person was staring at her, Han Sang-hee looked at Kwon Ji-yong with a puzzled expression.
However, Han Sang-hee will soon find out why Kwon Ji-yong was looking at her.
She heard about Park Hyung-sik's background check from her senior.
To summarize, this person has a good reputation in the industry, no outrageous rumors, and is someone you could date.
Han Shangxi's feelings were actually somewhat complicated when he heard these words.
Her senior's concern for her relationship status made her feel a little uncomfortable.
Having become independent at a young age, Han Shangxi is more puzzled and unsure how to handle the genuine concern shown to her personal life by people other than her parents, rather than accepting it as a matter of course.
She thought for a moment and carefully replied to the other party.
"Senior, Park Hyung-ssi and I were just colleagues who worked together briefly."
There's absolutely no chance for us.
"Nei~"
Actually, Shangxi, when you subconsciously consider the possibility between two people instead of feeling indifferent towards the other person, there is a possibility between you and him.
Kwon Ji-yong didn't say what came next.
As a senior who has repeatedly fallen into emotional turmoil, his experience doesn't seem to offer much of a reference value.
Moreover, Kwon Ji-yong has a general idea about the situation of his juniors.
Ignoring feelings is the best choice.
Han Sang-hee rejected her senior's attempts to charm her and distanced herself from him.
Even if this person is not only your senior but also your favorite idol, this kind of behavior is still unacceptable.
Another rule for getting along with seniors is to be mindful of maintaining boundaries.
Especially when interacting with seniors of the opposite sex.
Han Shangxi abides by the rules she sets for herself, and in doing so, she gains the freedom that comes with following those rules.
Cherishing her reputation is the best way to honor every step she has taken.
She can use methods to break the rules she sets herself, and even make herself less affected.
She just didn't have the intention of doing that.
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While Han Sang-hee spent most of her time in the recording studio, the personal resources of the other two ETE members were also gradually made available.
The first announcements were Minjin's cameo appearance in a movie and Jihye's regular MC role on music shows.
This was a period when Minjin and Jihye expanded their territory, while Sanghee defended their home base. —Emily
In the coming months, aside from his already confirmed MC schedule for Strong Heart, Sanghee will have no other solo commitments.
The news had barely been released when it generated a huge reaction.
Some gloated, while others were worried.
Some people think it's reasonable.
There are many seemingly reasonable reasons, such as ETE having a lot of team activities coming up, and Sanghee refusing personal schedules in order to focus on team development. After all, as the team's leader with real power, she has too many things to worry about.
For example, Sanghee doesn't actually like appearing on shows; she only did so because her friends weren't there, so she had to fill in.
Regardless of whether the rumors are true or false, ETE now has a strong team spirit.
Han Shangxi calmly accepted the company's arrangements.
To outsiders, she quietly sat on the sidelines.
The balance of resources suddenly tipped in favor of those who did not belong to him, and Han Shangxi should not have been so calm.
In fact, she wasn't flustered at all.
First, the album needs time to be prepared.
Secondly, the personal assets she still possesses are sufficient for her.
She was about to be a regular MC on "Strong Heart," but due to scheduling conflicts with the other two members, the show was rescheduled so that she would be the sole MC on ".T."
A short break after a long exposure is also a good option.
More importantly, she knew some things from the beginning, didn't she?
Team activities continue, and she still has a stage.
She prefers to make the most of the cards she has, which is also Han Shangxi's life motto.
Recklessly going against the company is the wrong choice.
Han Shangxi has always been good at assessing situations.
They share their daily lives on social media, capture every moment on stage, and appropriately fulfill their roles in variety shows where ETE performs as a group.
On the surface, it seems that Sanghee has lost her ambition and started to settle down and focus on her idol career.
However, if someone carefully observes public comments and fan trends, they will find that Sanghee still receives the most attention in ETE.
Sanghee's popularity is even showing signs of surpassing that of the group.
A young, talented producer with a perfect stage presence, and a bright, academically gifted girl who's about to enter the composition department at Ewha Womans University...
Discussions about the royal family have long since died down.
Sanghee's reputation has also completely shifted to a positive image without people even noticing.
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In addition to regular variety shows, the WYG branch also arranged for ETE members to participate in the Idol Star Athletics Championships Lunar New Year special.
Neither the "crisp bones" nor the "mystery" that are often associated with Wai Chi's artists are present on ETE.
Fans who follow Waiji couldn't help but feel a bit emotional about this.
—Idol Producer! I can't wait! This seems to be the first group from WYSIWYG to perform as a complete cast in Idol Producer.
—May the other artists from WYI also break free from their dead-chicken-like image soon and get more active!
—Empirical evidence that ETE does not belong to the YG family +1
—The branch really took good care of the three little girls EE and Emily.
—I never knew a self-composed group could have so many activities! Waiji, please let my favorite character out!
Idol Sports Meet, a well-known large-scale matchmaking, crossdressing, sports meet program, whose selling point is that many idols gather in one place to participate in sports competitions.
At this time, it was just a saying circulating privately among fans: a holy place for blind dates and a breeding ground for romance.
Is the company worried about ETE members dating on shows?
No, it won't.
The company has always turned a blind eye to the private affairs of Minjin and Jihye.
There's no need to jump out and criticize the members at this point.
However, if Sanghee is interested in dating, the company would be happy to see it happen.
Although the company is very confident about Sanghee's ownership because of Director Jiang's presence.
But a good idol is one who has something to hide.
After about six months, the company's senior management has begun to regret the five-year contract originally signed with ETE.
They should have signed a seven-year contract back then.
Sanghee's contract should be extended to at least seven years.
As the idol industry has developed, people have gradually come to realize that the lifespan of a once-popular idol group far exceeds the original estimate of three years.
Even if they are no longer wildly popular, their stable audience can still generate revenue for the company.
This type of combination offers low risk and high returns, making it a dream combination for many South Korean entertainment companies.
However, the risk is that at this stage, the portfolio often enters the contract renewal phase.
The artist gradually rose to the top.
Contrary to the decreasing controllability, these artists face increasing risks.
Whether to concede and rely on a mature portfolio to generate stable profits, or to shift the focus to promoting new talent to capture new markets, is a matter worth considering for the company.
BigBang, who debuted in 2006, renewed the contracts of all members in 2011.
However, whether all ETE employees can renew their contracts remains uncertain for the company.
For Minjin and Jihye, their families played a major role.
Sanghee, at least, has some self-awareness.
If they want to renew the contract, they will definitely have to give up a lot of benefits.
This is also why the company regrets that the contract period is only five years.
It would be great if Sanghee could make some harmless mistakes.
Who says you can't daydream?
However, at present, the chances of the company's daydream coming true are obviously less than the probability of the earth suddenly exploding tomorrow.
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"Next up is Team L, an all-female team. Apink ETE is entering."
"A team composed entirely of fresh blood."
They are all newcomers making their debut.
It looks so small.
The entrance introduction, the oath ceremony, and the procedures for recording the Idol Star Athletics Championships were all done very well.
For the next twenty-odd hours of recording, the idols' every move will be completely exposed to the audience.
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