Chapter 102 f(x) Lee Soo-man was busy with his work, but he took time out to meet with Kim Se-myeong, and soon got up and left the office. At the end of last year, SM announced plans for a new boy group, EXO. The boy band has a total of twelve members, including several Chinese members. After the group debuts, it will be divided into two small teams and perform activities in the peninsula and China at the same time. In addition, SM also plans to release the title song in both Chinese and Korean. It is not difficult to see from EXO's personnel configuration and strategic approach that this is Lee Soo-man's ambitious work to further open the door to the Chinese market. Just a few days ago, EXO held debut exhibitions in Peninsula and China respectively, and there are only a few days left before their official debut. At such a critical moment, the chief producer Lee Soo-man was naturally extremely busy. He was able to take time out to meet Jin Shiming because, on the one hand, he was very interested in Jin Shiming, a rising star, and wanted to make friends with him. On the other hand, it can also be seen that Lee Soo-man attaches great importance to his favorite disciple BoA, which is completely different from other artists under his company.
"Shiming, I'll take you to the recording studio. I have many details I want to discuss with you about this title song." After Lee Soo-man left, BoA said to Kim Shiming. "I already have a rough framework of the idea. If you can provide some more inspiration, maybe I can finish the music today." Jin Shiming nodded. "So soon?" BoA was stunned for a moment, then said tactfully, "My album is expected to be released at the end of July, so there is still plenty of time. Shiming, you don't have to be so anxious to release your work." This title song is related to the success or failure of the entire album, and will in turn affect whether BoA can successfully transform this time. She naturally hopes that Jin Shiming can carefully craft a high-quality song. "Don't worry, Nuna, this is the style I always follow when writing songs." Jin Shiming explained, "As long as I have an idea in my mind, I can basically finish it quickly. On the contrary, it is difficult to create content that satisfies me if I spend time agonizing over it." "It is said that geniuses are always different from ordinary people. I really can't envy your talent, Shiming!" BoA couldn't help but sigh after hearing Jin Shiming's words, and the worries in her heart dissipated a little. "For me, this collaboration with Nuna is also a good opportunity to establish my brand. I will definitely not just pick an ordinary song to perfunctory Nuna." Jin Shiming said seriously. The most solid relationship between people is undoubtedly the double bond of emotion and interests. Jin Shiming and BoA have just met each other for a short time, but now they look so friendly and warm, as if they are old acquaintances who have known each other for many years. Isn't it because they have common interests? As long as there is no serious conflict of interest between them and there is still value in mutual benefit, the relationship between the two will naturally not be too bad. BoA understood what Jin Shiming meant, and felt that this junior was more extraordinary. Even someone like her who has already achieved success and fame has still paid a lot of tuition fees to get to where she is today. On the other hand, Jin Shiming remained neither humble nor arrogant after becoming famous, and was sober and clear-headed, unlike a young man. With this kind of character, coupled with his gifts and talents, his future achievements will be limitless! In other words, the age difference between the two is really too big, otherwise BoA would have actively pursued Kim Se Myung and won over this potential stock. …… Jin Shiming followed BoA to the recording studio floor. Just then, two people came out of a recording studio. One of the girls had a neat high ponytail and a smooth oval face with only light makeup on, and her facial features were very dignified and elegant. She is quite tall and has a great figure. Her every move exudes an elegant temperament, and it is obvious that she has many years of dance experience.
The girl who stuck to her and wore a baseball cap was even a few centimeters taller than her. She was estimated to be close to 170cm tall, which made her stand out among the South Korean girls. She has a very childish face, and her facial features seem a little dull at first glance, but she is surprisingly quite attractive. Especially with their white and almost glowing skin, they looked even more pure and clean, like harmless little animals. Jin Shiming recognized the identities of these two recognizable girls. Victoria Song, the leader of the group f(x) under SM Entertainment, and Choi Sulli, the image representative. "Anihasayo, BoA senior!" Victoria Song and her boyfriend didn't expect to run into a senior from the company, and they hurriedly bowed and greeted him. Ever since their trainee days, BoA has been developing overseas for a long time. Apart from family concerts, company annual meetings and other occasions, there are almost no opportunities to meet each other. Therefore, the two of them were more in awe of this great senior than intimacy with him. In comparison, they are much more familiar with the members of Girls' Generation and have a closer relationship with each other. "Victoria, Sulli, are you here to record a song too?" BoA asked. "Yes, the two of us have no schedule today, so we were arranged to record the song." Victoria Song replied respectfully. Her Korean pronunciation is very cute, soft and a little bit coquettish, which is in stark contrast to her appearance. "Shiming, I don't need to introduce them to you, right?" BoA looked at Jin Shiming and said. "Last summer, 'Hot Summer' was a huge hit all over the peninsula. Even ants passing by had to tiptoe. Wouldn't it be outrageous if I couldn't recognize such a well-known group like f(x)?" Jin Shiming replied humorously. As he spoke, he also demonstrated the iconic choreography moves from "Hot Summer". In April last year, f(x) released their first full-length album "Pinocchio". The title song "Danger" swept all music charts as soon as it was released, and their brilliance has been gradually revealed. In June, f(x) repackaged and covered the revised album "Hot Summer". Its title song of the same name became a huge hit and stood out in last year's KPOP summer girl group battle. To be honest, Kim Se Myung quite likes the group f(x). The team's membership is almost top-notch, and apart from the large age gap within the team, there is almost nothing else to fault. The songs they release every time they return are also good and always give people a refreshing surprise. Unfortunately, f(x) is not welcomed in SM company and is merely used as a testing ground for concept groups. "Aniha Saiyo, senior nim!" Victoria Song gently pulled Choi Sulli, who was staring at Kim Se Myung, and greeted her with honorifics. "It's rare to meet compatriots on the peninsula. Why don't we follow the domestic custom and call each other by their names directly?" Jin Shiming said in Chinese. The culture of seniority and juniority on Peninsula is there. Kim Semyung debuted earlier and is now more popular than f(x). Logically, Victoria Song should indeed use honorifics. But you have to know that Song Qian is only one year younger than BoA and five years older than Kim Seung-hyun. Since both of them were "fellow villagers", Jin Shiming felt it was awkward so he simply followed the domestic customs. "Okay, as you said, Shiming, we can be friends as equals." Victoria Song then switched to Chinese, her words becoming more casual and natural. Under normal circumstances, Song Qian, who is always steady and mature, would definitely be cautious in her words and actions when faced with such a situation. No matter what others say to her, she will continue to use honorifics.
I would rather make a fool of myself than leave any evidence of disrespecting my predecessors. Living in fear outside and taking care of several "daughters" at home, Song Qian has had a very tiring life these years. That is why when Jin Shiming spoke his native language, Victoria Song immediately let down her guard. (End of this chapter)