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Chapter 855 With Who

Chapter 855 Who to be with

Minatozaki Sana stared blankly at Naito Minami who was clenching his fists beside her.

Although the volume was not loud and the voice was still a little milky...but she could still clearly feel Ming Jingnan's attachment, infatuation, determination, and perseverance from her eyes, tone, and even momentum.

These words were traits rarely seen in the life of this gentle girl she was familiar with, but at this moment they all appeared on her in a slightly abrupt way.

She knew that Ming Jingnan was not actually a tough person. She was introverted, lazy, gentle, homely, smart, and occasionally a little bit scheming. She was not good at, nor did she like, things related to struggle.

But at this moment, he was so calm and resolute...

For some reason, Minatozaki Sana suddenly felt that the little sister seemed to be glowing, which stung her eyes a little and made her feel a little ashamed.

She knew some of the little thoughts buried deep in her heart... If it were her, would she be as persistent as she was?

Minatozaki Sana didn't know the answer, but her confidence in herself had dimmed a little.

But she quickly came to her senses, her eyes curved, and she also gestured with her fist with a smile: "Mina-chan! Hold it tight! Just got it!"

"Hee hee~"

After playing around for a while, Minatozaki Sana saw that Naito Minami seemed to have remembered something. She picked up her phone and took a beautiful selfie of herself. After selecting for a long time, she sent it out after some operations.

Without asking, she knew it must have been sent to Chi Jingyuan.

Then she saw the little sister think about it again, then lowered her head and began to tap the screen... Minatozaki Sana moved closer, and Mingjing Minami didn't mean to hide it, so she easily saw what she typed:

"When you're free in a few days, Yuan-chan, let's go to the movies!"

After Mingjing Nan sent the message, Minatozaki Sana couldn't help but whispered, "Didn't you just send a message backstage... Why are you sending a message now?"

"And the only good show seems to be Doctor Strange recently, but Mina, didn't you say before that you only like Iron Man and have no interest in Doctor Strange?"

"It's because my expression just now was not very good that I have to send a message. We can't let that woman succeed!"

Mingjing Nan rubbed the corner of his mouth with his tongue, smiled lightly, and said softly:

"I really don't have any interest in it, but it still depends on who I'm with..."

"Besides, I'm not here to watch a movie."

…………

Although today's AAA was full of the ridiculousness and sloppiness of a makeshift troupe, the guest lineup was very strong after all, there was a lot of publicity and warm-up beforehand, and the dual awards for actor + singer were indeed innovative, so the ratings and popularity were still very impressive.

Of course, the audience cannot see the ambiguity between male and female idols, the secrets and subtleties backstage, but just what is seen on the stage and in person is enough to cause widespread discussion.

The most interesting thing is that after the AAA live broadcast ended, what everyone was talking about was not the awarding of the awards, who won and who didn't, whether there was any shady dealings, which are topics that usually come up after most award ceremonies. Instead, people were heatedly discussing the topic of the actors having black faces throughout their performances on the idol stage tonight.

I don't know if it's because it's the first time this year, but AAA's director seems to have little experience. The few reaction shots of the actors during the opening Blackpink stage were already ugly, but afterwards they kept giving the actors various close-up reaction shots. For every idol's stage, the audience had to see the actors' noble reactions. I don't know if they were showing off today's guest lineup, or if they simply wanted to make the audience and fans uncomfortable.

This naturally caused strong dissatisfaction among many fans of the group, and even many passers-by began to accuse them:

"I was really disgusted. Why did I feel like those actors were attending a funeral instead of watching a performance?"

"The lights are so bright, the music is so loud, and the fans behind you are still screaming and cheering, but you can still have no expression at all, as if you are afraid that smiling will affect your status... Your expression management is really better than that of idols, it's really hard for you."

"Do you have to belittle others or even an industry to show your nobility by maintaining an arrogant attitude? The problem is that you are not that noble. There are many actors whose names I have never heard of, and even new actors who have just debuted. These people have the ugliest expressions. I really don't understand. Do the ratings of your dramas add up to more than half of Yuan's? Do you earn more than one-fifth of EXO's?"

"Indeed, although Yuan has achieved great success in his acting career through his acting skills, in the public's first impression he is still an idol... But he seemed quite satisfied when he talked about it on the show."

"Oh my god, I'm so %￥... I'm so angry. Our Blackpink was doing the opening performance, and what was Park Shin Hye's expression like? She tilted her head and looked like she was looking at a dead person. Our fourth girl must have seen it very clearly and must have been very sad. It makes me sad every time I think about it."

"Why are you only talking about Park Shin Hye? The whole row of people had no expression on their faces. Did they hear that Blackpink didn't turn on the mic... And it's not just Blackpink, the ones that followed included Twice, Cosmic Girls, AOA, Seventeen, and they looked at all the idol groups' performances like dead people, except EXO."

"Yeah, why are the actors so respectful only when EXO is performing? Even Jo Jin Woong is cheering?"

"I can answer this for you. First of all, EXO's status has obviously surpassed that of ordinary idols. They have made outstanding contributions to promoting Kpop and Korean culture. Even actors should maintain the most basic respect. And Yuan, he has a lot of connections in the film and television industry. Jo Jin-woong has worked with him in "Signal", and Park Shin-hye is also his well-known friend in the industry. She is currently filming with Suzy, so he must give face when he goes on stage."

"Park Shin Hye is really a two-faced person who treats people differently. She was so gloomy at the beginning, and our Bunny had a blank expression throughout the performance. She was too lazy to even applaud. But when EXO and Yuan came on stage, she immediately smiled like a flower. It's really disgusting!"

"Today was actually not that bad. Although some people did have very stiff expressions throughout the show, there were also excellent actors like Yoona, Suzy, Park Bo Gum, Kim Yoo Jung, and Kim Ji Won who were very cheerful throughout the show, working hard to cheer and respecting others, so the atmosphere wasn't that cold... The stage of Apink's Grand Bell Awards in 14 and the stage of Girls' Generation's Grand Bell Awards in 11 were the coldest of all time. It was like looking at a dead person... Hey, why are they all at the Grand Bell Awards?"

"It's okay if the other actors are a little more aloof, after all, this group of people have always been so self-righteous... I am most angry about Lee Jung Shin and NANA. One of them is from the band CNBLUE, and the other is also a former idol. They were both singers before, but after they transformed into actors, AAA is even more indifferent than the other actors today, as if they are afraid that others don't know that they are also actors. They are really mean!"

"..."

After the trip, most idols would go online to check out the subsequent comments about themselves, and Chi Jingyuan was no exception... He just logged into the forum casually and saw such a lively scene.

He is actually quite grateful for the fans' anger and the indignation of passers-by, because he stands on the idol's side. In fact, he is very upset with many actors who think highly of themselves and do not respect others.

Just like what was said in a message I just saw, it’s not about those nonsense. In terms of career, your ratings combined are less than half of mine, and in terms of money you make, you don’t make a dime more than me. I don’t know why you are so arrogant in front of me...

Chi Jingyuan actually didn't have much thought about the status in these circles. In his eyes, they were all the same. But some people just had an inexplicable sense of superiority and had to create some hierarchy.

In fact, it’s already good now.

This situation was the most serious in the past. When Girls' Generation participated in the Grand Bell Awards in 11, they were completely ignored. At that time, Girls' Generation was at its peak. When the live broadcast came out, fans were instantly furious. Passers-by who were also unhappy about their disrespect directly criticized the organizers and actors. Several big-name actors were scolded and their reputation and public opinion plummeted.

As a result, the following year, Girls' Generation went on the Grand Bell Awards stage again and sang the same old song as last year as if to be provocative. But when the camera was turned to the audience, the actors' faces were no longer stiff, they all smiled, and some even sang along.

But these actors don't really look up to idols, they are just afraid that their own image will decline. After all, this is an unspoken rule and social phenomenon on the peninsula. The high status of actors was obtained through their desperate struggles many years ago and the spread of Korean wave in recent years. Even if Chi Jingyuan has nothing to say about this, he is also powerless to do anything.

...Fortunately, through these years of activities, he still has some face. At least if he is forced to perform at some places like the Grand Bell Awards, it should not be a complete flop. He still has this confidence.

Moreover, in recent years, especially since last year, streaming media has begun to develop rapidly. At the same time, with the efforts of groups such as EXO, Kpop's overseas market has also begun to gradually develop. It has also attracted the attention of many brands including top European luxury brands, which has led to a significant increase in the income of the top idols in the Peninsula's boy and girl groups.

EXO has the most say. Their share last year was more than one or two levels higher than the previous two years, and this year it will still go up a level.

...The building that Wu Sehun valued and planned to save money to buy two years ago has been abandoned because it is a little small considering his current income...But these members who sing without lyrics, have stage edges, and usually pick their feet but can still share the group's income equally are really thieves.

If this momentum continues, after EXO opens up overseas markets, as the market expands deeper and deeper, the income of the top idols following them will also increase significantly, and it will continue to rise year by year.

Maybe in a few years, when the income of popular idols is much higher than that of actors of the same level, their status will naturally rise.

After all, no matter how stubborn and old-fashioned you are, the ability to attract money is more important.

Idol Chi Jingyuan sincerely hopes that this situation can be improved.

…The comments section was full of complaints about the actors’ bad faces, mixed with posts like “Who opened the mic and who didn’t,” “Twice’s looks are so pretty,” and “Why did Yuan wear her casual clothes on stage?” There were all kinds of random topics, but no one really cared about the awards.

The award ceremony has no real job, but the popularity and controversy are frighteningly high.

I don’t know whether the organizers should cry or laugh.

…………

"Are there any good movies to watch recently?"

Chi Jingyuan was scrolling through his phone and remembered the text message Ming Jingnan sent yesterday. He asked Wu Shixun next to him.

Today is the second day after the end of AAA. After getting up today, Chi Jingyuan did not go to the crew. After lunch, he went directly to the company to prepare for the final practice of the MMA stage process on the 19th.

"Doctor Strange, I saw on the news that it has been the No. 1 movie for three consecutive weeks, and the box office will soon exceed five million."

Wu Sehun didn't even bother to check and replied directly as if he understood the situation.

"Does it look good?"

"It's OK. The special effects are good. Aren't all Marvel movies like that..."

"You and Junmian went to see it?"

"Ani, I went to see it with my girlfriend... Why, you want to see it with Mina?"

After answering a few questions, Wu Sehun understood something and looked over: "We did find a late-night venue... but don't copy me. You and Mina will be recognized whenever you go there."

"..."

Chi Jingyuan nodded when he heard this. His national popularity is indeed much higher. In addition, his girlfriend is also a popular idol. She is definitely more conspicuous than Wu Sehun and his girlfriend outside the circle.

But Mingjing Nan should be aware of this.

So what she meant was...

Wu Se-hun seemed to have remembered something and added, "Oh, and the movie Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them that was just released yesterday should also be good. I saw that the reviews were pretty good."

After a brief thought, he understood. Thinking of his girlfriend Chi Jingyuan, he smiled and said nothing more, and joked: "Recently, all the movies released are Hollywood blockbusters. It must be very stressful for Kyungsu to compete with these movies, right?"

The movie "Brother" starring Do Kyung-soo will be released next week. This is his second movie as the leading actor. Recently, there have been previews and live broadcasts, and he attaches great importance to various publicity.

However, some of the opponents of the same period seemed a little too strong...

“It’s quite stressful.”

Wu Se-hun nodded, clicked his tongue, and didn't worry. Instead, he said in a strange tone: "But I can only support him with one, no, two movie tickets."

"Hahaha."

Chi Jingyuan couldn't help but burst into laughter.

Do Kyung-soo has starred in several movies and has incredibly good resources. If the box office is a big hit, it would be strange if Wu Sehun didn't feel jealous.

Although the relationship within the dormitory is actually very good... the relationship between people is really complicated.

"By the way, I forgot to ask before, has Chanyeol been selected for that TV series..." Chi Jingyuan remembered something and just asked, but before he finished speaking, the door of the practice room was pushed open, and his manager An Chengyuan walked in. After seeing Chi Jingyuan, he waved and said, "Jingyuan, come here."

Upon hearing this, Chi Jingyuan immediately stood up and followed him out.

The guy had just texted him to confirm the location, so he knew in advance that the agent was coming.

After chatting casually along the way, I arrived at the office, took the coffee that An Chengyuan offered me, thanked him, sat on the stool, and listened to the agent talking about business:

"...The company and the crew have already agreed on the schedule. After MMA, we will start filming the winter special title song "For Life". Company..."

An Chengyuan didn't know where he learned this habit from. He took a cup of hot tea and sipped it happily before speaking... If Jin Taeyeon saw this unconventional behavior, she would despise him: "In order to increase the Japanese market next year, the MV company has also invited a Japanese female artist to play the female lead in the MV."

"Who is the Japanese female artist?" Chi Jingyuan asked curiously.

"Sakuraba Nanami, she's not very old but she debuted very early. She's appeared in many dramas but she's not very famous... I don't know if you know her, but she should be in line with your taste, Jingyuan. She's a very beautiful female artist. I'll see her in two days."

An Chengyuan's expression has a hint of greasiness of a middle-aged man... which makes Chi Jingyuan feel that this female artist does not conform to his own aesthetic, but is very much in line with this brother's aesthetic.

But before he could say anything, his agent quickly changed the subject: "But this is not the point. The point is that after all the preparations for the winter album are completed, Jingyuan, your personal solo album will officially begin production... The preliminary preparations have actually been completed a long time ago, and they are just waiting for you."

"Um...but Goblin will be airing next month. It will be filming and airing at the same time. I guess I will be on the set most of the time."

After hearing this, Chi Jingyuan was not surprised, but his expression was still bitter.

"That can't be helped. The schedule is arranged like this. If you don't start producing the album next month, the originally scheduled release date of February next year may have to be postponed... But there are many projects supporting your solo, and there are other members and even other artists in the company who will have to schedule it differently from you. We really can't delay it any longer."

Although An Chengyuan understood, he could only pat his shoulder and sighed: "I'm sorry to trouble you for a while... "Goblin" should be finished in January next year, right? You can put the more time-consuming work of the album aside and focus on it after the TV series is finished. It should be easier."

"……I see."

Chi Jingyuan did not hesitate when he heard this, but nodded directly.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a little tired, it’s your own solo, of course you can’t say no.

"As for the song selection, have you decided yet?"

"Well, I've thought about it. I'll tell you at the official production meeting."

"Okay..." An Chengyuan nodded, and then took out a document from the folder next to him: "Then there is this, KBS sent an invitation, asking you to be the award presenter of the 'Excellence in Comedy Department' award at the Entertainment Awards held on December 12 this year... The company has accepted it."

"Oh, with whom?"

The award presenter is just a small matter, Chi Jingyuan responded and asked casually...This kind of award ceremony is a combination of men and women.

"It's Irene from Red Velvet. Even though they've been off the band for a long time, they still have a lot of fans and are very popular. It would be a big deal if they were to appear on the same stage, so the organizers specially invited you two to present the award together..."

An Chengyuan didn't seem to know the inside story and said naturally, "It just so happened that Irene's regular starring role in the KBS variety show this year was nominated for an award and was supposed to be there...but I heard from their agent that there was no chance of them winning an award."

"……Oh"

Suddenly hearing Pei Zhuxuan's name, Chi Jingyuan was stunned for a moment, and then took a sip of coffee to make himself look more natural, nodded lightly without saying anything more: "I know."

"In addition to the awards, there is also this..."

He didn't pay much attention to the award presenter. Then An Chengyuan talked about another invitation: "This is the key point. It's an invitation from KBS. They invite you, Jingyuan, to be the MC of the Song Festival on December 12th. However, this is different from being an award presenter. The work is heavier and requires several rehearsals. So the company didn't agree directly. They want to ask for your opinion."

After that, he added, "...but KBS is very willing. They were very impressed by your cooperation on Music Bank last year. Your popularity and national recognition are also very good topics for publicity. If you were to be the MC, the popularity would be much higher than that of SBS...This year is the 20th anniversary of SBS. I heard that the year-end music festival is going to be very big. These stations have to compete for this every year at this time."

"MC?"

Chi Jingyuan blinked and repeated it.

'Gayo Daejeon' is the Gayo Battle, just a different name for the sake of distinction. It is an important evening party held by the three major TV stations at the end of each year. It is somewhat similar to the Spring Festival Gala in Xia Country. The ratings and discussions are very high. Only the most popular idol artists of the year can perform on the stage, and those who can serve as MCs must be popular artists who have both popularity and national recognition.

...For example, Yoona, who has been the MC of MBC Gayo Daejejeon for many years...Although Ji Kyung-won has always felt that MBC's year-end party is the worst among the three major TV stations.

But this has nothing to do with Yoona sunbaenim.

Being the MC of the year-end gala is a great exposure for any idol. Even though Ji Jingyuan doesn’t really need it, it is at least a sincere recognition of him by KBS. And after thinking about it, he is quite interested... He has been an MC for such an important party or ceremony for so long since his debut.

Although, the MC would probably have to rehearse several times in advance... But at that time, I was already incredibly busy, so it didn't matter what I was busy with.

"That's quite interesting. I have no problem with that."

Chi Jingyuan agreed without much thought, took a sip of coffee, and asked with a smile, "Who will be my partner?"

He paused for a moment, and for some reason, he asked with a little expectation:

"Still, Irene?"