Chapter 1103 Tell Me About Him
Chapter 1103 Tell Me About Him
Chapter 1103 Tell Me About Him
When Chi Jingyuan put aside his previous laziness and worked hard on his various tasks, a week passed in a flash and time entered the flower season of April.
"...Very good, there are almost no problems now, we can start recording next."
After today's practice, Chi Jingyuan listened attentively to the audio of him and Ming Jingnan singing together, nodded with satisfaction, and then looked at his girlfriend who was looking at her expectantly and said with a smile.
"Kansangmida..."
Ming Jingnan and Chi Jingyuan looked at each other and immediately flashed a sincere smile, but they did not say much to him. Instead, they stood up and bowed to several vocal teachers next to them. The teachers also smiled and said words of encouragement.
Looking at Ming Jingnan who was standing next to him with a polite and serious look, Chi Jingyuan was also happy for her.
In the past week or so, Mingjing Nan didn't come to practice every day. Twice also had a lot of things to do, so he came about three or four times in total.
Apart from the interlude on the first day, the subsequent practices were well organized. Moreover, as a producer who was in charge of the progress, putting aside those filters, he could clearly feel the various improvements made by Ming Jingnan when singing this song.
From making him disappointed and anxious in the beginning, to now being able to sing neatly and with full emotions, he can't find too many problems with it.
He didn't know how long Mingjing Nan had practiced after returning, and she had never told her... But performance doesn't lie. Feeling the huge improvement, he knew without thinking that Mingjing Nan must have practiced very hard in private after returning. The vocal teacher at JYP must have been annoyed by her.
“I will definitely sing this song well~”
The look of her saying this stubbornly and firmly appeared in front of her, and she actually did it.
However, although Ming Jingnan has indeed made great progress and almost broken through her own singing limits, Chi Jingyuan was somewhat surprised by her performance.
But her singing talent and strength are there after all. Singing is not something that can be achieved overnight. It is impossible to make rapid progress in just a few days of practice. No matter how much she breaks through herself, there is a ceiling after all, and it is impossible for her to reach the level of those powerful singers.
However, from Chi Jingyuan's perspective, she now has no problem at least with singing. As for recording, with the help of the tuner and various techniques, the effect of the recording studio can be very good, especially when she sang this song, her abundant emotions and expressions were really contagious.
But if it is a live performance, it would be a bit dangerous. It depends on her condition at the time. If she is in good condition, she can barely meet the performance requirements without any problems. But if she is not in good condition, there is a high possibility of causing a car accident scene.
However, considering the identities of both male and female idols, as well as fan issues, the two companies basically did not arrange any live performances this time. The main reason is that they are optimistic about the song "Fireworks" and want to rely on the popularity of this song to feed back to their respective groups, allowing Twice and EXO to have a smoother entry into Japan.
After the vocal teacher and the agent left as usual, there were only two people left in the music room. Ming Jingnan came over naturally, put his head on Chi Jingyuan's arm, looked at Chi Jingyuan and asked, ""
"Are we going to have activities on Ao Island the day after tomorrow?"
"Well, I have been preparing for this stage these days."
Chi Jingyuan nodded, and then patted his cheeks with his lips pursed as if to show off, looking at her for approval: "Do you think I have lost a lot of weight? I feel thinner than before."
"Sana-chan said you've been spending a lot of time in the gym these days."
Seeing her boyfriend's childish look, Ming Jingnan laughed: "She said that she has seen you more often in the past few days than in the past year."
As she said, Chi Jingyuan has been working out like crazy these days.
Although he is usually lazy, he will do his best once he makes up his mind.
The most important thing is that EXO will go to Australia tomorrow to prepare for the performance the day after tomorrow, and Chi Jingyuan attaches great importance to the stage performance the day after tomorrow. This is his first time to meet offline fans in the mainland after more than half a year. He will never allow himself to meet Chinese fans in a fat and poor condition.
It was not easy to have activities there under the restrictions, and he finally got a stage, but after the performance, the hot searches were all about terms like "Chi Jingyuan has gained weight", which disappointed fans. This was something Chi Jingyuan could not tolerate at all, so he completely gave it his all during this period of time. At first, he only went there at night, but soon he ended up spending time in the gym whenever he had free time, and he made up for all the sweat he had skipped in the past few years because he had relied on his good physique to avoid gaining weight.
Coincidentally, he often met Sana Minatozaki during the past few days of fitness. This girl had been hanging out there every day during this period... But it seemed that it was not just these few days, but she had been like this for a long time, and not just at night. Sana Minatozaki seemed to go to the gym as long as she was free and not working. Chi Jingyuan had also met her at other times.
Just as Minatozaki Sana said, Chi Jingyuan actually saw her more times in this short week than in the previous year.
Every time he met her, he saw her working out to lose fat, doing the leg shape correction exercises over and over again without getting tired of it. Chi Jingyuan felt a little bored and tired every time he looked at her, and he didn't know how long this girl had been training.
The curling of Sayaka Minatozaki made him sweat a little, and he couldn't help but sigh that this Japanese girl is really very self-disciplined, and this reflects her undisguised career ambition, or it would be more appropriate to say ambition.
This also caused some changes in Chi Jingyuan's impression of her. The image of her who always liked to smile at everyone she met and seemed lively and cheerful unknowingly had something else in it.
Minatozaki Sana often meets Chi Jingyuan in the gym. Mingjing Nan is quite envious when she knows this. She actually wants to go too, but because the afternoon collaboration takes up a lot of her time, she often has to catch up on the progress with Twice after returning home in the evening, which often results in no extra time.
And to be honest, her ambition for figure is not as great as Minatozaki Sanaka's. Minatozaki Sanaka has obvious shortcomings in her leg shape. She obviously knows her shortcomings and has goals to work hard for.
But Mingjing Minami has a very well-proportioned figure. The only flaw in her figure is that her chest is too flat... but this is not something that can be changed by fitness.
"But Sana-chan and Momo-chan both said you've gained weight..."
Mingjing Nan looked at her boyfriend's face, frowned slightly, and said sincerely: "But I don't think there is any change... He is still as handsome as ever."
Her tone was very serious, as if she didn't think Chi Jingyuan had gained weight before. However, Chi Jingyuan could feel that she was not complimenting him, but really thought so.
Chi Jingyuan didn't know whether to be happy or helpless about her behavior that blurred her senses because of emotions. He reached out and lifted a tuft of Ming Jingnan's long hair behind her ear, and gently touched her earlobe which had already started to turn red.
"We can start recording once I get back from Australia Island."
"okay."
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After Mingjingnan left, Chi Jingyuan went to have dinner with his assistant, then returned to the company and went to the practice room to prepare for the stage the day after tomorrow.
On the way, he habitually took out his mobile phone and checked Weibo and Tieba from the mainland.
EXO and himself have not had any activities in the mainland since the second half of last year. The only activity in which he interacted with mainland fans was the live broadcast organized by Huya at the end of last year. Although he enjoyed it, the time was too short and it was still an online activity, which was no different from recording a variety show through the screen.
This also made him look forward to going to the mainland to work again.
As the flagship of Kpop and a top-level group, EXO's popularity and fan base have long been established in mainland China. Even if they cannot hold activities, the size of their fans has only been reduced by a small part. At the same time, it has also had a purification effect, and the remaining fans have become more determined and fanatical.
Chi Jingyuan's popularity soared after he released his solo album this year. The Chinese version of the title song "Loved" was very popular in mainland China, especially the lyrics, which were widely praised.
But in comparison, the song "Light Chasers", which he created unintentionally because of Zhou Ziyu's story, achieved results that were completely beyond his expectations. It was very popular when it was just released, because it narrated from the fans' perspective and was directly regarded as a divine song by all fans. Then the popularity slowly spread, because the same love story was also recommended by many UP hosts and used as background music in variety shows, its popularity became higher and higher, and it has become one of the most popular songs in the Chinese music scene on the Internet this year.
If the title song "Loved" caused a sensation among Kpop fans with its catchy melody and high-quality lyrics, then "Chasing Light" has completely gone viral.
Many people may not know Chi Jingyuan, but they must have heard of "Light Chaser"
It's a pity that such a popular and well-loved song has been sung by various hosts and cover versions on the Internet, but the original singer has not had any stage yet, which makes all of Chi Jingyuan's fans very regretful, but at the same time, they are looking forward to it more and more, checking in on the forum super topic every day, hoping to see Chi Jingyuan's live stage.
This time, the news that EXO would attend the Yin Yue Tai Awards Ceremony immediately shocked and surprised fans. The program list released by the organizer Yin Yue Tai included Ji Jingyuan's solo, which instantly caused all the fans to cheer. When the news was released, it even topped the hot search list, which had not had any Kpop news for a long time.
Countless fans were also very excited. Chi Jingyuan could see various related discussions with just a scan.
"Ahhh, I can finally see my XO oppas again. The money I saved for so long is finally paying off. I'm going to quit my job and head straight to Macau. If I hesitate for even a second, I'll regret it for the rest of my life."
"(Hotel photo) (Ticket photo) I really can't stand it anymore. I checked into the Star Club next to Melco a week in advance, just waiting for the Oppas to arrive. Friendly reminder, there are only about 1000 rooms in the Star Club or Superstar Club of Melco. From what I have observed, a large number of Aili have flocked here in the past two days. I just asked and it's almost full. If you want to come to the scene, Aili who wants to stay closer should hurry up."
“(Hotel photo) What a coincidence, sister. I just checked in today. These are the last few rooms. I wonder if you guys have booked here. I really hope to run into Yuan!!”
"Go to NMD Music Channel, why is such an important event scheduled in April? I'm still in school, can't it be held during the summer vacation?"
"Sincerely requesting tickets for the event, charging five times the price, and the price for the front row can be increased."
"Five times? I'd be so happy if I could get ten times as much."
"Because there are many Aili going to Macao Island to watch the performance and support, as a local here, I have specially made a 'Guide to Supporting Aili in Macao Island' to help Aili participate in this rare event without any obstacles. The Music and Joy Ceremony will be held in Studio City, and we recommend the Star Club or Superstar Club Hotel owned by Studio City for accommodation. If you don't have a room or have a limited budget, don't worry, there are many places to stay nearby.
Transportation is quite convenient. There is a free fortune car from Xinhao at Gongbei Port. You can take it directly to Xinhao. The whole journey takes about 15 minutes. If you depart from Hengqin Port..."
"[EXO Super Topic Important Notice], this event is XO's first inbound event in nearly a year. I hope all fans will cherish this rare opportunity. In order to allow XO to have more similar events in the future, please be rational and low-key when supporting inside/outside the venue, picking up at the airport, electronic screens, garlands, squatting, etc. Don't cause trouble to Oppa, and don't give others a handle to be used by people with ulterior motives.
It is forbidden to follow members, stay in hotels, or engage in any other forms of private activities..."
"EXO performance songs "Blood Sweat and Tears" and "Monster" cheering slogan tutorial (attached link), as well as Yuan's solo stage "Loved" and "Chasing the Light" latest cheering slogan (attached link), if you don't know it yet, hurry up and learn it."
"Detailed instructions on voting for each award that EXO was nominated for at this year's Yin Yue Tai Awards (link attached)"
Chi Jingyuan can see all kinds of comments from Aili people on Tieba, Weibo super topics, etc. with just a glance.
From the happy surprises, to those who went directly to the Australian island to wait, to those who were kindly warned about the standardized procedures, to those who made travel guides, cheering slogans, and even voting tutorials, basically every aspect was taken into consideration by Aili, and all the processes were extremely perfect, as if this was not just an ordinary award ceremony trip, but a pilgrimage that they cherished and solemnly.
Chi Jingyuan also clicked on several of the guide links. They were all very careful and rigorous. You could tell at a glance that a lot of effort had been put in, and it was not something that could not be completed in a few nights.
However, no one paid them any compensation at all. It was all the fans' free and spontaneous help and efforts.
Looking at the silent support contained in these countless words, Chi Jingyuan also felt sincerely moved.
He also heard from the staff that the tickets for this award ceremony were sold out instantly after they went on sale. The number of tourists traveling to Australia Island has also increased sharply recently. Many Ailis who had never had the opportunity to be in the scene also flocked in just to take a look at them.
Although Chi Jingyuan was very tired and exhausted from working out these days, compared with the efforts of Ai Li and Yuan Qi, his little bit of sweat was completely insignificant.
The only way he can give back to his fans right now is to give them a wonderful performance to the best of his ability.
"... As I mentioned before for "Loved", the process is basically the same as when promoting a song, but there are a few more special moves, and the light for the opening also needs to be in a specific position."
In the practice room, Chi Jingyuan was discussing the stage for the day after tomorrow with the SM stage design teacher: "'Light Chasers' requires a special design... Is the previously edited VCR OK? Okay, I'll go take a look later."
“Since this is a song that tells a story from the perspective of fans, it would be more effective if it were paired with a unique VCR. For a ballad, there is not much room for choreography, but lighting is of utmost importance, and there are also some coordinated stage effects…”
Chi Jingyuan discussed the final precautions with the staff very carefully. Apart from fitness, he has put almost all his energy into this these days, and even shortened the practice time for EXO's new album.
"Don't worry, the company has already communicated with them. If there are any changes that need to be made, we will check them out when we visit the site in Australia tomorrow."
After hearing the staff's reply, Chi Jingyuan nodded with satisfaction. After saying a few more words, he continued his stage practice. At the same time, he began to look forward to meeting his fans the day after tomorrow.
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While Ji Kyung-won and EXO were making all-out efforts to prepare for their long-awaited trip, night fell in Seoul. At ten past midnight, the music and laughter in a private room of a nightclub in Gangnam District were frenzied and the scene was extremely lively.
Three or four young boys were sitting on the sofa in the box, talking and laughing loudly with wine glasses in their hands.
If there were NCT fans present, they would be able to instantly recognize several familiar faces. These boys were none other than NCT127 and U members Wen Taiyi, Nakamoto Yuta, and Lee Mark.
However, the NCT fans present at this time had no time to get excited when they saw their idols, because these men were surrounded by five or six young girls who were dressed very beautifully.
They played dice together, drank beer together, and chatted and laughed together. There were even two girls who threw themselves directly into the arms of the two NCT members, indulging in the reality and taste of their idols while enjoying the touch of big hands wandering on their bodies.
...Inheriting the fine traditions passed down by SM's ancestral boy groups, including TVXQ, SJ, and EXO, as members of SM's new generation boy group NCT, they are naturally self-taught in things like selecting concubines in nightclubs.
Ever since their comeback at the beginning of the year failed to make any splash due to being performed at the same time as Ji Kyung-won, the two NCT members were severely scolded by their agent and then fell into a brief silence. Some members who had nothing to do naturally wanted to find some fun during the rare break.
Naturally, women are the most attractive to men. Relying on the inherent advantages of their status as idols, they can easily find many fans who admire them and are willing to devote themselves to them. They can also contact high-quality trainees from various companies who want to get to know them, as well as many small internet celebrities who are not famous on the Internet but have good figures and looks.
A group of people got together, and with each other rushing to each other, a concubine selection meeting was naturally carried out smoothly.
This was not the first time they had held such a gathering.
At this time, the booming music in the box was mixed with unbridled voices, and the pearly smell of alcohol made the surrounding air seem to be filled with a layer of pink mist.
Just now, after Wen Taiyi finished talking about some gossip in the circle and wantonly commented on a well-known person in the circle, several girls nearby all screamed and made a noise. In the midst of the excitement and noise, a delicate internet celebrity suddenly asked curiously:
"So, Oppa, what kind of person is Yuan from XO? Tell me about him!"
The Chinese New Year is coming soon. Because I have a lot of things to do, I will take two days off on New Year's Eve and the first day of the Chinese New Year. I will resume updating on the second day of the Chinese New Year.
Happy New Year to everyone in advance
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