Chapter 943: A Chance Encounter
After dinner in the evening, Kim Do-joon rarely has the interest to stroll through the streets of Seoul, fortunately the weather is cold, there are not many people outside, if it is summer, it is completely different, basically the streets of Seoul are full of young couples, wearing T-shirts, wearing hats, sitting in a bar or coffee shop for a night, taking advantage of the hot summer, out on a date, drink some beer, or have some barbecue, soju is also a good choice.
But now it's winter, and there don't seem to be so many people, and if you look into the distance along the front, you can still see the bustling crowd passing by.
The three of them wandered aimlessly, all wearing thick clothes, so they didn't attract the attention of the people next to them.
It's very ordinary, it's inconspicuous, and even if you stay in the crowd, not many people can recognize it, and you don't know if it's lucky or sad.
Seoul at night is also full of busy scenes, no matter whether the weather is cold or not, there are still many vendors who brave the cold to come out to set up stalls, life is not easy, some just to earn some money, and some just come out to set up a stall, sell some clothes and jewelry.
It's not that the gray princess of the TV series doesn't exist, but relative to reality, basically something like this rarely happens.
Kim Do-jun looked at these stalls with interest, seeing what they were selling, and he didn't care how much the price was, and he didn't care if it was a famous brand, as long as it was fun.
"Daojun, it seems that someone is performing in front of you!"
Kim so-young walked up from behind and said quietly, keeping his eyes on the surroundings. Suddenly, I saw a lot of people gathered in front of me. This piqued his curiosity. Kim Do-joon did the same, and looked at Kim so-young's line of sight, and sure enough, there were many people standing there, in a circle several times, at least five or six floors inside and out.
On such a cold day, so many people can still gather, is there an artist performing?
"Let's go, go over and have a look!"
Kim Do-joon immediately spoke. How can this kind of opportunity be wasted, it is not easy to have such an opportunity, if you don't look at it in vain, maybe there will be other gains.
finally squeezed in, Kim so young and Walker, acting as Kim Do-jun's shields, the two of them on the left and on the right, protecting Kim Do-joon, for fear that something would happen to him.
Others don't know Kim Do-joon's identity, but the two of them are still very clear. If you accidentally touch something, it hurts somewhere. That's really digging a hole for yourself to jump!
Barely squeezed into the middle, and spent a lot of strength, looking at the eyes of the people around him, not friendly at all, as if he had robbed them of their beloved treasure.
"What's the matter, such a big reaction? Isn't it just a plug-in! ”
Kim so-young glanced at the boy next to him and whispered.
It wasn't until the three of them stood up that they noticed that there were indeed people performing on the stage, or four girls, Kim Do-jun took a closer look and found that he didn't know any of them, it shouldn't be a debuting female artist, not to mention that this is still a girl group!
As long as his debut is a little famous, Kim Do-jun can basically keep it in mind, in order to be a good MC of "Music Bank", he specially went to make up for all the men's and women's groups in the entertainment industry, whether it is the old one who has debuted for many years, or the one who just debuted last month, it can't be said that he wrote down all their names, at least looking at the members of it, he can probably know which group he is, that's enough.
"Brother so Yong, do you know them?"
Listening to the four girls on the stage, they are singing and dancing vigorously, even on such a cold day, they still have high-heeled leather shoes, skinny jeans, and a thin jacket on their upper body, I don't know if they are cold or not, but looking at the expressions of these four people, it seems that they are quite excited, I guess I didn't expect so many people to come tonight to watch their performance.
Therefore, the work is more intense, and I play better than before, sexy hair, slender body, bumpy curves, dark eye shadow, long eyelashes, hot red lips, is this taking the mature route?
Kim Do-joon probably guessed that this is a new combination that will be launched soon! In order to make their debut, the company first conducted an experiment outside in advance to see what the status was.
First, for their debut, accumulate a little experience in stage performances, and don't have stage fright, it won't be good.
The second is to let more fans know them, understand them, often perform here, will gather some popularity, and it can be regarded as a small fan meeting before their debut.
The songs are all old songs from the past, the melody is brisk, the rhythm is simple, and the difficulty is not very high, so the four of them play very well.
Kim Do-joon looked from left to right, and finally his eyes stayed on the girl on the far right.
At first glance, this girl is really dark, compared with the girls next to her, it is a world of difference, Koreans love makeup, coupled with advanced beauty technology, the skin is fairer and smoother, this is a fact, some people say that eating more cabbage and tofu can make the skin more delicate, whether this is true or not, no one is exquisite, but Koreans do eat more of these two foods.
But the girl in front of her is a little too dark, her facial features are not there, she is not so delicate, but she looks a little wild, and her voice is a little hoarse, if you don't listen carefully, you may not be able to find it, a little Beyoncé.
"I don't know, I guess it's a trainee from which company! Many small companies will pull artists to perform on the outdoor stage before their debut, isn't it normal? Besides, not all companies are companies like S.M, YG, or JYP, and maintaining the mystery of the artist comes first, unless they really make their debut in the end, or the list of members will not be announced! ”
Kim so young has been a broker for so many years, and he won't even be unclear about this kind of thing, he has the benefits of a large company, he doesn't have so much trouble, he won't be looked down upon by other companies, or newcomers are easier to get ahead, have more resources, and so on.
And small companies are different, there are no resources, even if they are on variety shows, they are also tested on the side, and the middle position is either reserved for special artist guests. Either it's left to artists from other big companies. This is quite normal.
"Hmm. I also guessed, how, what is the level? ”
Kim Do-joon had a strange smile on his face, clasped his hands on his chest, and replied lightly.
"I can't see it now, these songs don't reflect singing skills, and as for dance, it's even more impossible to evaluate. How are you, are you interested? ”
Kim Do-jun is a person who can't afford to be profitable, if it is not beneficial, he will not say so, he already has a vague idea in his mind, but he is considering whether he should do it or not.
"It's not an interest, it's just these girls, I feel very good, right, do you understand the sixth sense?"
Kim Do-joon had a hint of ridicule. He replied and patted Kim so-young on the shoulder. Motioned for him to look more carefully, and then listen carefully.
Sometimes, your eyes may be blinded by what is in front of you, so seeing is not necessarily believing, and it is useless to trust your eyes too much.
You have to hear with your ears, feel with your heart, so that you can really hear them.
If you want to evaluate whether a person has potential, you can't just look at it twice.
Sure enough, after seeing Kim Do-joon's hint, Kim so-young also calmed down and watched the performance on stage seriously.
The four goddesses are all long-legged, all of them are of good height, their proportions are also very coordinated, and their calves are slightly thick, which is the result of years of practicing dance.
Many female artists of idol groups are like this, often practicing dance, resulting in thick calves, so after going back, stretching exercises are necessary, otherwise, over time, the fat will accumulate together, and it will be unrealistic to lose it.
Dance, treble, rap, there is a division of labor, everyone plays a different role, how many years has Kim so-young been in the entertainment industry, his vision is already very poisonous, coupled with the experience of S.M company, as long as you look at it a little, you can know where this person's strengths are, where his defects are, and he is very professional, which is why Kim Do-joon asked him to watch it seriously.
sang three songs in a row, then went backstage to rest for a while, and then had to insist on performing for a while, artists are like this, not to mention that they are still trainees who have not debuted!
After reading it, Kim Do-jun had to sigh.
Now the trainees are really getting more and more powerful, not only do they have to learn singing, dancing, dressing up, styling, and even dancing in high heels is a breeze, compared to them, Kim Dojun suddenly feels a little low!
"How about it, I've been watching it for a while, it's time to give me Brother so Yong's insight!"
Kim Do-joon looked at him seriously, at this critical moment, he hoped that Kim so-young would come up with some constructive suggestions, and never decide that it was Kim Do-joon's business, but he wanted to hear some reasonable suggestions.
Kim so-young pondered for a while, staring at Kim Do-joon's eyes all the time, and from his eyes, he could probably feel that he was really himself, not casually talking, turning around and leaving it behind, forgetting everything.
It is precisely because of this that he doesn't care about talking casually, this is not a trivial matter, once he says it, the final result is completely opposite to what he expected, it will be bad.
Every month in South Korea, on average, there are 3 to 5 groups debuting, and many of the group's names have never been heard of, and they have not yet been on the show, and they have been drowned in the crowd that will debut next month.
There are really very few combinations that can survive, the market is too small to accommodate so many artists, but there are more and more people who dream of stardom, which is really a huge irony.
hesitated for a moment, but finally couldn't resist Kim Dojun's eyes, and said slowly.
"No matter what else, at least from my point of view, they are very good, very good, and have the potential to cultivate well, everyone is also very distinctive, first of all, this skin is a little darker, the singing skills are great, the voice is distinctive, it is easy to attract others, and then look at the fair-skinned girl next to her, at first glance, it is the dance in this group, the movements are powerful, the posture is very beautiful, the body is in place, the others are not listed one by one, I don't know which company cultivated it, and then hone and hone it, and you can debut next year!"
This is also Kim so Yong's analysis for a long time, and finally came to the conclusion, I can't say how accurate he is in seeing people, but he has also been a talent scout, and he has just entered the S.M company, he has no qualifications, and he can't bring artists, so he can only honestly go to the street as a talent scout.
Don't say it, I really found a lot of good seedlings, Xu Xian in the girlhood. And Jessica's sister. Krystal。 Kim so-young found it on the street.
Jessica, who was still 12 years old at the time, was shopping on the street with her sister and Zheng's mother, and happened to be met by Kim so Yong, and after some persuasion, she entered the S.M company as a trainee.
But at first, the company didn't let Jessica get involved in the contact, because she was afraid of the camera, so they asked her to go back. When did you get used to the camera, no longer afraid of the camera, and come to the company to practice again, but Krystal practiced in the company first.
And Seo Hyun is even more interesting, he found Seo Hyun playing alone in the subway, so he ran up to ask, but he didn't expect the little guy to think he was a bad guy, so he was so scared that he ran away immediately, and later learned that Kim so young was a scout of S.M's company.
Anyway, Kim so young is about the selection of artists. is still very confident, and each artist has their own unique shining point. It's up to you to discover her.
"So what do you mean, they're promising?"
Kim Do-joon touched his chin and seemed satisfied with Kim so-young's answer, but even so, there was no expression on his face, and he couldn't tell whether he was happy or unhappy.
At this time, he was also thinking about whether he should do it or not.
"You can try it!"
Kim so-young didn't finish his words, and responded with a little humility.
Since you have chosen an artist, you have to be responsible for them, an artist, how many youthful years, time is too short, and too precious, either don't waste other people's time, or make others popular.
It can't be said that it is at the top of the music industry, and it is already very good to be in the top position of the women's group.
Kim so Young was a little uneasy, looked at Kim Do-joon's expression, knew that he was making up his mind, and then asked.
"Why do you want to poach them?"
"With this idea, CJES has been established for 2 years, and there is no artist until now, this company, I still expect it to become the ace agency in the Korean entertainment industry in the future, if there is really none, then I can only dig one!"
In any case, you have to get the brokerage company up and running, you can't stay there all the time, and it's not enough to have the support of the security business.
Kim Do-joon has to make a good start for them, and it's no wonder that Baek Chang-so is not to blame, after all, his background is there, and there are characters with club backgrounds, how many artists are sincerely willing to join CJES, which is basically unrealistic.
So there has to be an opportunity, a move that can surprise the entire entertainment industry.
"It looks like the other party's company will be so easy for us to dig, they are already preparing to make their debut, they must have re-signed the contract, it is impossible to watch them go to other companies, if we want to dig, it will cost a lot of money!"
Kim so young thought about it very carefully and thoroughly, these girls look like they are less than 20 years old, they are still very young, because this entertainment company is built with a lot of money, so they will not let go easily, will you give up the artists you have cultivated for many years, and sell them when you are about to earn a lot of money for you? It's no different from marrying a daughter!
Kim Do-joon grinned, smiled a little mockingly, patted Kim so-young's shoulder, and spoke.
"If it's just a matter of money, then it's easy to do, money is not a problem, the key is that they are willing to leave the company, this is the most important thing!"
"It's not easy, it's good to go to the brokerage company behind your back and get in touch in private, it's a big deal to pay liquidated damages, do you think these companies are the same as S.M, and the artists who gave the debut signed billions of yuan in liquidated damages? Those of them who have not yet debuted, it is very good to have three or five billion! ”
Kim so Young replied lightly, the expression on his face was full of disdain, although he didn't know how big their company was, he would not be so big as he rushed to the venue and stage of today's performance.
"Okay, that's all for today, Brother Su Yong, please find someone to help me inquire, see which company these four people belong to, find out who their president is first, and then discuss what to do when you come back, this matter is handed over, as for the money, you can do it yourself! I believe in your abilities! ”
Kim Do-jun is now talking more and more without leaking, giving a stick and not forgetting to give a date.
On the one hand, he encouraged Kim so Young to let go of his work, but on the other hand, he still had to put pressure on his shoulders, without pressure, there would be no motivation, let alone growth.
Kim Do-joon is not a fool, how many people around him can be used. You can count them with a slap. Talent can be recruited. The henchmen are indeed cultivated on their own.
"Okay, I know, I'll go back and start doing it right away!"
Kim so young nodded, smiled and agreed, this kind of thing, it is difficult to say, simple and simple, the key depends on the exchange of interests. Whether it has reached the point that the other party is satisfied with, to put it bluntly, the interests are enough, and the other party does not want to put it, so it has to be released.
The three of them walked and chatted, and they were ready to see what was delicious, and there were many delicious foods on the streets of Seoul.
Crucian carp cakes, brown sugar cakes, baked sweet potatoes, rice cake soup, black wheel skewers, fish balls, all kinds of snacks, put them in the soup, put them in a bowl. Very cheap, some 500 won. Some are 1,000 won, which can be said to be inexpensive.
The further you go, the more pedestrians there are, and sure enough, there are foodies everywhere, and as long as there is a place to eat, there is popularity.
After walking for about 50 meters, he suddenly stopped in front of a small vendor and looked at the people sitting next to the table.
Kim Do-jun rubbed his eyes, did he see it wrong.
"Looks like it's her, right? It looks like it! ”
"Why did Daojun stop, hurry up and get something to eat!"
Walker didn't have enough to eat at night, and kept looking around to see where there was anything to eat, and by smelling the smell, he could tell the way.
"Brother so Yong, look over there?"
Kim Do-joon took Kim so-young's arm and motioned for him to look to the side, and Kim so-young turned around to look.
"Isn't this Xiuying? She still runs out for supper so late? This boy next to her seems to be her agent! ”
Kim so young is also a little unsure, after all, he has been out for so long, and he is not particularly familiar, but it should be the same as the face shape.
"Walker, the goddess you like has appeared, now do I want to take you to get to know her!"
Kim Do-joon showed a strange smile and patted Walker's back, this guy was still looking for food, until he was pulled over by Kim Do-joon, and then he reacted.
"What a goddess, where do I have a goddess, don't ruin my name!"
"Mingjie, I'm sorry, you actually understand this word, it's amazing, you look up at you right now!"
Kim Do-joon deliberately held his chin up, in front of himself, what is the big deal about competing with himself, when Walker saw the goddess in front of him, sitting in front of the small table, feasting, his eyes instantly widened, and he couldn't believe what he saw.
A bowl of rice sausages, holding chopsticks, is wrapping rice, and keeps sending it to his mouth, and he looks hungry.
The most important thing is that Xiuying's mouth is quite big, and in order to fill her stomach, she doesn't care so much about her image, anyway, at such a late hour, as many people can recognize herself, and she can eat as much as she can.
The huge mouth is full of food, but fortunately there is a drink next to it, so I chew the food in my mouth and drink the drink at the same time.
Kim Do-joon walked to the front with Walker and Kim so-young, approached the table, and wanted to say hello to so-young, but they met several times, but they just nodded and didn't talk much, and they happened to meet, which can be regarded as a coincidence.
Just walked in front of Xiuying and said a simple word.
"Xiuying, you still come out for supper so late, you're not afraid of growing meat!"
When he heard a "whoosh", he turned around and was surprised to see Kim Do-jun standing in front of him, and there was a person he didn't know next to him.
Hurriedly stood up and wanted to say hello to him, but he didn't expect that the food in his mouth had not been wiped out, and with a "poof", it all flew out of Xiuying's mouth.
Thinking about it briefly, how powerful this cannonball is, fortunately, Kim Do-jun has quick eyes, pulls Walker, and crosses in front of him, while he squats down and hides behind Walker.
In this way, everyone looked at Walker with an embarrassed face, and even Walker himself felt embarrassed, closed his eyes, and was greeted by a crackling meal of rice, all sprinkled on Walker's face.
"Fortunately, I hid quickly, otherwise I would have been hit!"
Kim Do-jun patted his chest and said with some emotion, sometimes it's not a bad thing to be responsive, at least you don't have to be sprayed with rice grains.
Xiuying hurriedly took out the tissue paper from her bag, wiped it for Walker, and apologized again.
"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, it's my fault, it shouldn't be like this!"
Kim Do-joon and Kim so-young glanced at each other and smiled maliciously, a very simple opinion and a small matter may cause infinite waves, this is fate! (To be continued......)