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Chapter 1203 Take a break

Chapter 1203 Take a Break

EXO had a lot of work to do in Osaka, including various things as their "image ambassador", preparations for two promotional songs, and a host of other things. Ji Jingyuan was supposed to be with the group, but he had a lot of personal schedules and work in Seoul, so he had to find time to rush back overnight by himself.

His personal schedule is already the most busy in the group, especially in terms of endorsements for various brands, which is almost more than all the other members combined. On top of that, he also took private work for Girls' Generation, so he had to run around on both sides by himself.

"Well……"

Because it was a private and undisclosed trip, there were no fans to pick him up at the airport. Chi Jingyuan quickly walked out of the airport and got into the nanny car that came to pick him up. As soon as he got in the car and closed the door, he couldn't help but stretch deeply to dispel his physical fatigue after sitting on the plane for several hours.

"Let's go eat first? Or should we go back and rest for a while?"

Park Jae-hyun, who came to pick him up, turned around and greeted Chi Jingyuan with a smile from the driver's seat. While greeting him, he curiously asked, "Why do you look so tired? How is things in Neon?"

Park Jae-hyun is Chi Jingyuan's personal agent, and Avex is mostly in charge of the Japanese side, so he did not go there, but stayed in Peninsula to handle Chi Jingyuan's personal affairs.

"Let's go back directly. I'll take a nap and eat after I wake up. I still have to go to the company to record in the afternoon..."

Chi Jingyuan slumped in the back seat in a lazy manner, looking completely listless: "As for Neon, it's still the same..."

"When I first went there, I felt it was easy. The fans were enthusiastic and the media were reporting on it... But when it really developed to a certain level, I felt like I couldn't get any better. I felt like there were some ineffective activities in the past few days. Mainstream resources were not open to me, and most people were very xenophobic..."

"...The anime OP that I had been looking forward to can't compete with others now."

"Besides, the culture and style there are very different from those in the Peninsula. The relationships between artists and agencies are extremely complicated, and there are more rules and unspoken regulations than here in the Peninsula... But it is true that the market is huge, and the fans are willing to support us... The company has already started preparing a tour for us."

When it comes to Neon's schedule for the past month or two, Chi Jingyuan's initial excitement has disappeared. Now he can't help but complain when he mentions it:

"And it is said that even so, EXO is already the most popular boy band in recent years. The only one who can really fully integrate into the Japanese market is TVXQ... I don't know how TVXQ did it. I have contacted them there, and it seems that the people there don't seem to be very resistant to them."

"When TVXQ first went to Japan to develop, they followed the model of Japanese local idols, abandoning the K-pop halo and adopting the popular underground idol model there, accumulating a lot of small-scale live performances bit by bit, so the people there looked at them as local idols... But that was the initial period of K-pop, and for so many years there was only TVXQ."

"EXO's halo is too strong, it's impossible for you to continue the underground idol model... But every group has its own characteristics. I see the market reaction. As a Peninsula group, XO's development in Japan is actually quite successful."

Park Jae-hyun knew the difference very well. While driving, he talked to Chi Jingyuan about the development of Dongshen and analyzed the differences between the two groups in detail. Finally, he remembered something and asked curiously:

"It's normal to encounter bottlenecks. You will encounter this problem when expanding overseas markets. Generally speaking, you need some special opportunities or hit songs to break through... Jingyuan, didn't you say that your song "Fireworks" has great potential? Maybe it can help you make further progress... I also think it's very good."

"The potential is there... let's hope."

Hearing this, Chi Jingyuan exhaled, sounding somewhat noncommittal.

He is indeed very confident about the song "Fireworks", and the company thinks so too, and they all feel that it should not be a problem to achieve good results... But after this period of contact, Chi Jingyuan also felt the conservatism and xenophobia of the Japanese market, and he really doesn't expect this song to become a hit or even break out of the circle.

Chi Jingyuan even couldn't help but think... If only EXO had Japanese members, then everything would probably go much more smoothly.

"Take your time, after all, you've only been gone for two months."

After a few words of comfort, Park Jae-hyun started talking about work. After talking about the platforms and promotions of several brands, he paused and said, "Then there's GUCCI. You need to go to Europe next month for ad reshoots and interviews with several European media. They also booked you to shoot for the September magazine cover... After all, they'll soon officially announce your title upgrade."

As he spoke, Park Jae-hyun thought of something and said, "...By the way, Suzy and the other new collaborators are about to be officially announced soon. They have recently received a lot of resources under the recommendation of GUCCI."

"I know."

Chi Jingyuan, who was listening with his eyes closed, nodded at this time.

He didn't know about the others, but he did know Bae Suzy's whereabouts... This woman went to Milan a few days ago, and went through a series of processes such as signing contracts, visiting, cooperation, and filming. She also sent him a few photos yesterday.

There are fashion shots of women wearing formal dresses and suits, but there are also some very private close-ups.

There are even selfies that combine elements of both... On the top, she wears a gorgeous long dress, looking like a beautiful and elegant princess, and on the bottom... she secretly lifts up the hem of her skirt with her hands, vaguely attracting the attention, and then stops abruptly at the root of her thighs, giving the viewer endless reverie.

It has to be said that the impact of this combination of elegance and shyness is indeed great. This woman is getting better and better at playing.

"..."

After chatting for a while, the car drove onto the highway. Chi Jingyuan looked at the fields outside and suddenly remembered something. He looked at Park Jae-hyun who was driving: "By the way, brother, are you going to get married in the second half of the year?"

"Wow, I'm so glad that you still care about this, Jingyuan. I haven't even told you yet."

When Park Jae-hyun heard this, he raised his eyebrows, looked happy, and looked quite honored.

He is already in his thirties this year, not young anymore. He and his girlfriend, with whom he has been in a long-term relationship for seven or eight years, have finally decided to get married, and the date has been set for the second half of this year.

Although he hadn't told Chi Jingyuan yet, Chi Jingyuan was obviously concerned.

"Of course……"

Chi Jingyuan laughed and sat up: "At the wedding, do you want me to sing a song for you? I will only give you this honor."

"A song of congratulation? Never mind."

However, Chi Jingyuan's initiative was directly rejected. Park Jae-hyun shook his head without even thinking about it.

Although he is Chi Jingyuan's agent, to be honest, he was originally a subordinate of Chi Jingxu. He was sent there with the attitude of serving Chi Jingyuan alone. Compared with those employees of the company, he is actually more like a traditional bound retainer.

If the manager of EXO gets married, they might be very happy and proud if Ji Jingyuan goes to sing a congratulatory song...but he wouldn't dare to do so, and would feel weird about it.

"I'm very happy that Jingyuan can come." Park Jae-hyun looked in the rearview mirror and said sincerely.

"Of course I'll go..." Chi Jingyuan nodded as a matter of course: "But someone has to sing the congratulatory song, I can't sing it alone, right?"

"I can't do that...but Su Jing likes IU xi more." After a little hesitation, Park Jae-hyun said with a wry smile.

When Chi Jingyuan heard this, he lay back as if he was hit: "Ah? Su Jingnu doesn't like me, but likes another artist? How sad~"

Lee So-jeong is Park Jae-hyun's girlfriend who he is about to marry.

"Ha ha……"

Park Jae-hyun couldn't help but laugh. His girlfriend also likes to chase stars, but strangely, she doesn't have any feelings for Chi Jingyuan: "Maybe it's because she often hears me talk about you and knows you too well. Without that filter and halo, it's hard for her to admire you."

"I really don't know what you say about me to others in private..."

Chi Jingyuan murmured helplessly and shook his head: "Well, then I'll ask IU for help. It shouldn't be a problem... But if my brother is getting married, I must give him a gift..."

His personal agent is getting married, not to mention that Park Jae-hyun is more like a personal butler. Given Chi Jingyuan's habits and financial ability, he would of course be generous. He thought about it and asked tentatively: "How about I give you a car that I endorse? I remember that you like sports cars very much?"

"..."

Park Jae-hyun was somewhat tempted by what Chi Jingyuan said, but after a brief consideration, he shook his head with difficulty: "I like it, but I am not as rich as you, Jingyuan. My wealth is not suitable for a sports car, and in terms of economic value, the car depreciates very quickly."

He thought about it and couldn't help laughing. He exchanged a glance with Chi Jingyuan through the rearview mirror and said, "Well... if you really want to give me a gift, don't give me a sports car. Why not give me a property with a price similar to that of a sports car..."

Park Jae-hyun has been Ji Jingyuan's agent and personal butler since 12. After so many years together, the relationship and feelings between the two have become very strong. He also understands Ji Jingyuan's character very well, so he has no taboos or embarrassment.

After hearing this, Chi Jingyuan nodded slowly, then raised his eyebrows and complained in an unhappy manner: "Ah, it's getting worse again?"

"Hahaha……"

…………

After returning home, taking a shower and sleeping for the whole morning, Chi Jingyuan got up and had lunch and rushed to the company's recording studio, where the eight sisters from Girls' Generation were already waiting for him.

"Jingyuan is here~"

"Why do I feel like you've become more handsome when I see you?"

After seeing Chi Jingyuan, they greeted each other.

Although he has been in Japan most of the time during this period, he has not given up Girls' Generation. He communicates about the album work in the group every day, and comes back every five or six days to check the progress, exchange work, and song recording. Everyone has become very familiar with each other.

I have to say that although there was a lot of pressure in terms of performance as the producer of Girls' Generation's album, the specific actions were actually quite easy, or even quite enjoyable.

The sisters of Girls' Generation all have very nice personalities. There are no awkward or dull moments. The ones with good looks are very pleasing to the eye when they dress up. Even at work, they can gain enough value emotionally and visually, which is very pleasing.

Chi Jingyuan also exchanged a few pleasantries with a smile, but didn't say much. He prepared to start his official work directly. The reason he came back this time was to prepare to record the last title song "Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter" and completely complete the recording process of the entire album.

only……

"What's wrong with your throat?"

After just a few words, Chi Jingyuan looked at Jin Taeyeon in surprise... He encountered a problem just as he was about to start, because as soon as Jin Taeyeon opened her mouth to speak, he heard obvious hoarseness and tearing in this sister's voice.

"what?"

Facing Chi Jingyuan's eyes, Jin Taeyeon explained a little embarrassedly: "I have been using my voice a little more during the concerts recently, a little, cough..."

Kim Taeyeon is the best performing solo member of Girls' Generation. She recently held her own concert. After several consecutive performances, she had some problems with her voice.

As she spoke, she couldn't help coughing, making a hoarse sound. Feeling Chi Jingyuan's serious eyes, she quickly raised her head to make amends: "Don't worry, it won't delay, it won't affect my recording."

"Nonsense! You can hardly speak right now, why are you still recording?"

Chi Jingyuan directly confronted him with some dissatisfaction, feeling a little unhappy in his heart... Today's recording session had been scheduled a week in advance, and he had specially taken time out to come back today, but he encountered this situation as soon as he came back.

Girls' Generation said there are eight people in the group, but the most important person in the recording work is Kim Taeyeon. She is not only the lead singer, taking on the most and most difficult parts, but also helping with the harmony.

Kim Taeyeon can’t record the show in her current condition, so what’s the point of recording?

"Why can't we record it? Don't you believe in my ability?"

Facing Chi Jingyuan's doubts, Kim Taeyeon stuck her head out and said stubbornly: "Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter has been tuned down, there is no problem."

"Ashi...go and have a rest, stop making trouble."

This sister's head was raised high: "Kwon Yuri can persist, why can't I?"

"Pfft...you're still fighting over this? What's there to fight about?"

Chi Jingyuan couldn't help but laugh. He frowned and looked at Jin Taeyeon, and his anger subsided a little.

There is nothing that can be done about the problem with the throat...and Kim Taeyeon is obviously the same as Kwon Yuri, and does not want to delay the progress of the team's album because of herself.

Girls' Generation are really interesting.

Unfortunately, this thing couldn't last... Even if she could, Chi Jingyuan wouldn't let her continue recording.

"Forget it, forget it. Let's record other people's work first today. Noona, your recording work will be postponed."

Chi Jingyuan waved his hand, thought for a moment and then quickly said, "No, I'll ask another recording engineer to record for you... or I'll come back in a few days."

"Uh... that's a bit bad."

Seeing Chi Jingyuan made the decision, Kim Taeyeon felt a little embarrassed and asked in a low voice... Of course she knew that she couldn't record due to the condition of her voice, she just felt a little guilty and embarrassed just now.

"You also know it's not good?"

Chi Jingyuan glared at her instantly, scaring Kim Taeyeon so much that she quickly stepped back with an awkward smile, while the other girls’ generation members around her couldn’t help laughing as well.

"Taeyeon, you should take a rest first..."

Chi Jingyuan asked Kim Taeyeon to sit next to him and not get in the way, then adjusted the work flow and started recording other members.

Although Kim Taeyeon couldn't record, others had already done it, so it wasn't a wasted trip.

However, not long after starting recording, we soon encountered insurmountable problems.

"Yoona noona..."

Chi Jingyuan took off his headphones and looked at Lin Yuner standing in the soundproof room. Even after recording several times, she was still calm, expectant, and even a little confident. The corners of his mouth twitched slightly, and after hesitating for a while, he asked tentatively:

"or……"

"Would you like to take a break too?"