Chapter 87 World Tour Begins + Part 3...
The world tour, which officially began in Seoul, also marks the start of ETE's first world tour.
On May 10th, 11th, and 12th, three consecutive shows with tens of thousands of attendees were held, and all were sold out.
Nothing demonstrates a group's earning power better than a tour.
No company would prevent a group from touring.
The ticket sales of ETE's world tour at the time, to a certain extent, reaffirmed ETE's commercial value as a top-tier popular girl group.
Sanghee celebrated her 21st birthday with fans at a concert.
As the birthday song was sung together on stage, tears even glistened in Sanghee's eyes.
For fans, spending their idol's birthday together is a very meaningful thing.
The talking segment has become even more anticipated.
Sanghee, who was a regular MC before, did not disappoint.
She's great at creating a lively atmosphere.
How about we make a wish together?
"Thank you for being here."
I feel that simply saying thank you would be a bit inadequate.
"As a Sanghee, it seems that all I can give back to everyone is the stage."
I will strive to bring you even better works in the future!
Thank you.
"ETE is for Emily."
See you next time.
The overwhelming emotion conveyed in each and every sentence was gratitude.
The three members of ETE did not switch offstage until the very last moment.
It is an objective fact that touring is very energy-consuming for idols.
Two days ago, after the encore, the members of EE went straight to rest.
After-party or similar events are not on their agenda.
However, for Han Shangxi today, rest is a luxury.
Next, she needs to switch gears and start recording "We Got Married".
This is actually a very chaotic situation.
Having just thanked her fans on stage, she now has to perform a love story in front of the camera offstage.
But it's still work.
Kwon Ji-yong was waiting backstage at the concert.
Flowers and handmade cakes, along with decorations to match the birthday theme.
Of course, there's no way there will be a ring. The production team said they value their lives.
These were things that Kwon Ji-yong prepared separately during the ETE concert.
However, the real birthday gift he gave to Han Sang-hee was a formal gift given to Han Sang-hee before Han Sang-hee's tour, and it even appeared as an accessory on Han Sang-hee's stage costume today.
Ahem, some people's possessiveness is like this in a subtle way.
The next moment is a performance where boundaries need to be respected.
Staying awake is actually quite difficult.
To be honest, the first person Han Sang-hee saw when she stepped off the stage after the tour ended was him.
For a few moments, her eyes were only on Kwon Ji-yong.
If there were no cameras around, she might think, "Let's stay together forever."
It seems like I can't imagine what the future would be like without the other person.
Because it's natural to include the other person in your life plan.
However, the camera naturally reminds us that things shouldn't cross the line.
The crew members accompanying "We Got Married" looked calm on the surface, but were all excited inside as they watched this moment on camera.
It doesn't matter if this is the last time we shoot together.
They could clearly see the prize money beckoning them.
This shoot also produced one of the most popular and memorable moments from the filming of "We Got Married".
That very soft "love you"
Is it just "love you," or is "I" being replaced by mouthed "I love you"?
There was no trace of reshooting this scene in the final cut.
Even CP fans find it hard to distinguish whether it's intimate, casual everyday language or a formal confession between young lovers.
Birthdays can sometimes be great material.
Everyone is eager to see the birthday person's reaction, whether it's being touched or something else.
Therefore, Sanghee's birthday appears in ETE's debut documentary, this tour, and even in the filming of "We Got Married".
This shows that the scope of idol sales includes emotions.
No matter what they look like or what their identity is, as long as they stand on stage as idols, they will always be like this.
An idol who achieves super popularity may be able to break free from the fan economy and become someone who makes a living based on national recognition, but this does not mean that they are no longer an idol and no longer need to sell emotions.
Everyone knows what kind of work they do.
If you go too far, you will really suffer the consequences.
However, situations like this, where materials overlap, are precisely what's meant to be a point of discussion.
—An idol who just celebrated their birthday on stage with fans, immediately threw themselves into another performance after the show ended, delivering similar moments of emotion and surprise. Which one is the real you?
This is a controversial sentence from a blog post by Sanghee's personal site, Sewings, when that episode of "We Got Married" aired in June.
However, this is not the entire content of this blog post.
Compared to the first half, which is generally open to both fans and critics, the second half is more niche.
Sangria's pampering is a bit excessive.
—Actually, it's both of you, isn't it? We Sanghee people have always been very serious about our work and put our hearts into it. It's just that we're compromising ourselves again.
We look forward to the day when you no longer need to hide yourself. One day, we Sanghee will be able to openly express our true thoughts and feelings. And Sangria will always be there for you.
Posting such subjective opinions on personal websites carries risks, including the risk of being criticized.
Is it better to follow a star or a big fan? Is this an overinterpretation? Does a big fan have the intention of using the love of other fans to harm their idol? After all, the followers of big fans are mostly big fans who follow them out of love for their idol.
In Sewings' later explanation, this was a product of the effects of alcohol.
However, the explanation did not prevent this blog post from becoming a metaphor for the bittersweet relationship between fans and idols.
Often, love is not complete, but it's also something that can't be done to stop liking someone.
Love comes and goes, hate comes and goes, I can only blame myself for not loving you enough.
The matter ultimately ended with Sanghee's personal Instagram post stating, "Sanghee on stage will always belong to Emily and Sangria."
There is a tacit understanding between fans and idols.
Relationships that respect each other's needs are healthier, but not many.
Han Sang-hee's seemingly responsive gesture to a fan wasn't because that fan was a big fan.
It's because she did indeed fall silent for a few moments after seeing that blog post.
After gaining wealth, fame, and status, people rarely hear dissenting voices. Over time, it's common for them to lose their senses.
Han Shangxi realized this.
Was she lucid at that moment? Looking at the ring that had been frequently appearing on her hand lately, Han Shangxi wasn't actually sure of the answer to that question.
Idols never lack love from their fans.
Then let the idols on stage belong only to the fans.
Frankly speaking, she couldn't bring herself to break up with Kwon Ji-yong.
It's not because of any rebellious sentiment; the more it's opposed, the more I insist on liking it.
Han Sang-hee is not the type of person whose opinions are influenced by others.
Falling in love is a personal choice.
She will accept all the costs that come with being in a relationship.
Then, they continued dating.
He seems very rebellious.
However, this is what makes Sanghee what he is.
Beneath her gentle and obedient exterior lies an undeniable rebellious nature.
Emily and Sangria also like this kind of Sanghee.
Sangria is the official name of Sanghee's personal fan club.
At the encore of ETE's world tour in Seoul, just as Han Sang-hee had originally planned, ETE performed their second full-length album, "EMOTION," on stage for the first time.
—In winter, EE is the god who governs handsomeness and cuteness.
Hoodies are cute, suits are stylish. Dazzling is the epitome of EE!
——In the world of EE, color is the right answer!
—ETE is for Emily! Back to happiness!
2014 was undoubtedly ETE's year, with two comebacks and two huge successes. It seems that no matter what ETE is like, the public will accept it all.
Gallup's girl group remains number one, and Circle's best-selling album of the year is "EID".
Their achievements are beyond question, and their strength is undeniable.
Can a die-hard fan of a certain brand also reach the top?
The correct answer is, of course, yes.
On New Year's Eve, Han Sang-hee, who had become a full-fledged director at the company, unusually attended the party organized by President Yang Hyun-seok.
Amidst the noise, Han Sang-hee, who had chosen to avoid the hustle and bustle, snuggled up with Kwon Ji-yong.
It's fun to enjoy the breeze together on the terrace.
In her boredom, she suddenly remembered the curse from her past life: "A person like you will never know what happiness is!"
But now I am loved by many people, and they are willing to give me everything.
Han Sang-hee gave her final answer.
"What's on your mind? Why do you suddenly look so happy?"
Hearing her boyfriend's question, Han Shangxi turned to look at Kwon Ji-yong, the corners of her lips curving upwards even further.
"I was thinking of you, senior."
"I'm so lucky to have you as my boyfriend."
Han Sang-hee's slightly exaggerated tone successfully made Kwon Ji-yong, who was standing next to her, subconsciously cover his face.
"No, Shangxi is completely breaking the rules."
"Brother, it was the same last time."
A sudden confession is a scary thing.
"That's completely different."
While Kwon Ji-yong and Han Sang-hee were bickering, fireworks suddenly started flashing in the sky, heralding the start of the new year.
However, no matter what, things will go smoothly as long as the two of them are together.
Feeling is paramount, perfection is supreme.
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