Chapter 5: Debut Footage - Still a Failed Debut...
Seeing that she wasn't interested in these things, the unnie in charge of communicating with Paracosm didn't say anything more.
She has seen many lone wolf fans like paracosm.
Not everyone has the time and energy to devote to, or is willing to devote to, socializing with fans of the same interest.
With more social interaction among fans, disputes of all sizes inevitably arise, whether between rival groups or their own...
When she contacted Paracosm, she noticed that this seemingly working professional was also a fan of a celebrity. It's understandable that she was unwilling.
Han Shangxi didn't quite understand what that unnie was thinking.
At that moment, she was doing her daily physical exercise and casually switched the song in her headphones to "This Love," a song she had been listening to a lot lately.
It's a cover song with a strong GD personal style, and she especially liked the part with the key change.
It's rare to have time to clear your mind, but Han Shangxi feels a little uncomfortable.
Han Shangxi particularly enjoys the busy life that is destined to follow, as it makes her feel very fulfilled.
Every day brings you closer to your dream; who can resist the allure of such a life?
Anyway, Han Shangxi can't.
Before the sweat dripped down his forehead, Han Shangxi carefully wiped it away with a towel.
After exercising, Shangxi's skin turned pinkish-white, making her look somewhat different from usual in the mirror, giving her a more childlike appearance.
Beautiful children are beautiful at any time.
Han Shangxi also cherishes this genetic lottery from her parents.
This is one of the factors that helped her on her path to becoming an idol, and she is well aware of this.
On the way to YG, Han Sang-hee focused on the book in front of her.
Non-arts high schools spend more time teaching academic subjects. Although most of the students in Han Shangxi's class went abroad for further studies, no one relaxed their studies.
Han Shangxi never considered giving up her student status for the sake of practice. Even in high school, her grades remained among the best.
It wasn't that she was overly fixated on her academic qualifications or social status, but rather that Han Shangxi felt she could do it, so she did it.
When Cheng Zhihui opened the door to the practice room and saw Han Shangxi, she subconsciously felt a little uncomfortable.
Oh, you're a new friend.
Cheng Zhihui patted her face, trying to activate her brain.
No, what are you doing, my friend?
After blinking twice and realizing that Shang Xi was indeed working on the workbook, the young and naive Cheng Zhihui felt the pressure of the "King of Papers" for the first time.
Although she was a complete tyrant before meeting Shangxi.
Why don't you come in?
Looking up at Cheng Zhihui standing at the door, Han Shangxi casually put the exercise book into his backpack.
She glanced at the time on the wall; it was indeed almost time for practice. She'd finish the rest after practice.
"The morning class was vocal lessons. The teacher, Ms. Song, was very professional and a very nice person."
After coming in and sitting next to Shang Xi, Cheng Zhihui brought up another topic.
Ahem, she wouldn't admit that she was just shocked by this friend.
"There will be an assessment this morning. The president wants to see you all."
Another voice rang out at the door; it was Director Jiang.
Li Minzhen followed Jiang Suxian in.
She nodded to her two friends, confirming the truth of the matter.
"Good morning, Director."
Saying hello is a necessary step.
While Sang-hee and Ji-hye were greeting each other, Lee Min-jin also walked up to them.
They seem to have a good relationship.
After witnessing this scene, Jiang Suxian sighed inwardly.
So, is this sister of my friend only indifferent to her friends? Jiang Suxian gloated a little.
Without dwelling on the matter, Jiang Suxian explained what she had just said to the three people in front of her.
President Yang wants to see them.
The main reason was to meet Han Sang-hee, the third new member of the planning team.
The company had always preferred to choose the third trainee from among its existing trainees. However, Jiang Suxian refused both offers. No reason was needed.
Yang Xianshuo rarely expressed his agreement or disagreement. He simply had the existing senior management pretend to oppose Jiang Suxian, and then he would mediate.
This matter was being argued about again at yesterday's meeting.
While others were unilaterally exporting "interests" and "the big picture," Jiang Suxian simply calmly sipped her tea.
Seeing that he wasn't taking their bait, they all turned to Yang Xianshuo.
"I'll conduct an evaluation of Director Jiang's project tomorrow, and I'll go over and take a look."
I believe that Director Jiang must have considered the company when choosing the candidate.
What do you say, Director Jiang?
With a helpless smile on his face, Yang Hyun-suk seemed to be putting on a show of appeasement because he had been pressured by others.
In reality? He also wanted to see this new member of the project team and reassess the benefits the project could bring him.
Although it is publicly stated that the two girl group projects are being carried out simultaneously and that the company will not allocate resources to either one.
However, they all knew that although the new director Jiang seemed to have better treatment in terms of planning, the resource company that he started out in would definitely not give him much.
Initially, the pieces sent to Jiang Suxian had all been rejected once. Young people are inevitably temperamental, and when she later suggested that the project members learn composition, he wasn't surprised at all.
However, this third candidate did pique his interest.
Lee Sun-hee's student, Director Jiang deliberately leaked the information.
He began to look forward to seeing how far this project would ultimately go.
"sure."
Jiang Suxian agreed to Yang Xianshuo's assessment requirements.
Yang Xianshuo's actions were exactly what Jiang Suxian wanted.
She knew what President Yang was thinking, and she also believed that Han Shangxi's existence would bring about a different kind of change.
And so, this morning's assessment took place.
Upon hearing about the impromptu assessment, Han Shangxi's calm and composed demeanor earned Jiang Suxian even more admiration for her.
Sometimes, this person really doesn't seem like a child.
Compared to the gaze Jiang Suxian cast at him, Han Shangxi was more curious about the cameraman following behind Jiang Suxian.
So idol debut videos started recording so early?
As for this sudden assessment, all Han Shangxi can do is give it her all, and she will do her best.
"Whether these videos will serve as footage of your debut or as souvenirs of your failed debut depends on your abilities."
Jiang Suxian sat down next to Yang Xianshuo, looked at the three people in front of her, and gave them a reminder.
Just like her previous statement that she would disband the project if the requirements were not met, these words were never false.
This line was also edited into ETE's debut documentary, becoming one of the memorable moments and pieces of evidence used by fans to criticize the company. But that's another story.
The assessment was decided hastily, so there was no team stage assessment, only individual performances.
Han Shangxi was the last one to be assessed.
Cheng Zhihui and Li Minzhen both left the room after the assessment.
In the room now, besides her, there are only Director Jiang, President Yang, and the examiners.
Everyone looked at her with scrutiny, as if trying to discern the value she could bring to the company through her performance.
However, Han Shangxi didn't care about those things; at this moment, she regarded the place she was in as the stage of her dreams.
Those scrutinizing gazes will one day transform into loving stares.
She will step onto that stage that belongs to her.
Like Lee Min-jin and Sung Ji-hye, Han Sang-hee chose two pieces of music to perform.
For the vocal part, she chose to sing her teacher's song "Marriage" a cappella, and for the dance piece, she chose BOA's "No.1".
She did not choose to conform to the style exhibited by YG's current idol groups.
That looks too deliberate.
Although Han Sang-hee's trainee life was suspended a few months ago, it only resumed in the last few days.
But she never actually gave up.
They say that not becoming an idol is a good choice, but secretly they still practice the songs they used to be able to perform perfectly over and over again.
The effects of losing hearing in his left ear were gradually absorbed by Han Sang-hee over time.
Standing once again at the assessment site, Han Shangxi still displayed the perfect trainee Shangxi.
She never cared how much effort she put in; she only wanted to reach her ultimate goal.
After finishing the demonstration of the two practice pieces, Han Shangxi stood still, waiting for the evaluations from the current participants.
Jiang Suxian did not participate in the evaluation, while the other examiners waited for Yang Xianshuo to speak.
After staring at Han Sang-hee for a long time, Yang Hyun-seok finally spoke.
"Welcome to YG."
Compared to Director Jiang's inherent sharp temperament, President Yang simply smiled kindly, looking like an ordinary middle-aged man.
"I heard you want to practice composing music, and I look forward to seeing your results."
Yang Hyun-suk was very satisfied with the assessment and also with Han Sang-hee, the third member of Jiang Su-xian's project.
It wasn't just the potential benefits of this project that he had conceived the idea of having Girls' Generation sing 2NE1 songs back then.
Han Shangxi nodded with a shy smile.
She used to do these things often.
This company president seems to be the smiling tiger type, completely different from Director Jiang's style.
"Director Jiang has found a promising talent this time."
"This trainee's performance was indeed very good."
"Does this child want to do creative work? Then the club president will have to work hard."
The other commenters also only praised Han Sang-hee. They were all just ordinary employees who were judging the president's attitude.
After the assessment, Han Shangxi left the room and headed straight for the practice room.
In the current situation, it is not difficult for Han Shangxi to see that he is a pawn used to balance the power between Director Jiang and President Yang.
Do you feel like you're being used?
No. Achieving her own goal is the most important thing.
Moreover, "chess pieces" are only temporary.
Overturn the chessboard?
No, she will be the one playing the chess piece.
A note from the author:
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After being approved by Yang Hyun-suk, he returned to the practice room.
Shangxi: Hmm? You mean that club president? I always had a feeling he wasn't a good person.
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