episode_0233

JJ Entertainment, one of the top three entertainment companies in Korea.

It was also the place where Yoo Seol spent a long time as a trainee and nurtured her dream of becoming an idol.

That’s why Yoo Seol could be sure.

“Oh my, our Lunar New Year has come.”

“… … .”

During that time, JJ Entertainment employees… especially Director Bang, who is known for being strict, had never been this gentle to him.

And the reason why Director Bang’s attitude changed so suddenly is….

“Welcome, Seol-ah. Are you here for the contract renewal?”

It’s probably because of her contract renewal issues.

The contract between Yoo Seol and JJ Entertainment ends at the end of this month.

Originally, JJ Entertainment was preparing to terminate the contract with Yoo Seol without showing any intention to renew the contract… .

Everything changed when Yoo Seol hit it big in Rookies.

“Please sit down first.”

“… Yes.”

“I don’t know how long it’s been since I’ve had a conversation like this, just the two of us.”

“… … .”

Yoo Seol frowned as bad memories came to mind at Director Bang’s words.

And Director Bang, who quickly realized this, quickly apologized.

“… I’m sorry about Tailrose 5 years ago.”

Director Bang, who was in charge of Tailrose five years ago, is the person who virtually selected Tailrose’s debut group with his own influence.

That means… Director Bang dropped the rumor at that time.

Of course, Yoo Seol also knew this….

“… No, at that time, anyone could see that I wasn’t in a condition to debut.”

I didn’t blame Manager Bang.

Yoo Seol had a total of two debut opportunities at JJ.

Once when I was 17 and once when I was 20.

Especially when he was competing for the debut group of Tailrose at the age of 17, his father suddenly passed away, so Yoo Seol was unable to concentrate on practice.

Because of this, her performance quality dropped considerably… and she was eventually excluded from the Tailrose debut group along with Room Manager’s shunning.

“Director Bang, you also have your own position at that time. I understand.”

“… … Seol-ah.”

At Yoo Seol’s sincere words, Director Bang also wiped the excessive flattery from his face… and spoke the truth he had been keeping in his heart.

“… I don’t think I did anything wrong either. But… , I always felt bad and sorry.”

“… … .”

“I brought you to JJ… , but I feel like I couldn’t take responsibility for it… .”

Hearing those words, Yoo Seol recalled the long past.

That time when Director Bang was casting Yoo Seol on the street.

‘I guarantee you will become the best idol. Won’t you come to our company to audition?’

It was clearly Director Bang who gave hope to the dream of becoming an idol that Yoo Seol had had since she was young.

Yoo Seol, recalling old memories, smiled and spoke.

“You clearly told me that I would become the best idol.”

“Yes, that’s right. And I don’t think I was wrong at the time.”

Prison.

Director Bang continued speaking, bowing his head deeply.

“We apologize for the inconveniences the company has caused you. And as a way to repay you, JJ Entertainment is trying to raise you as a solo artist.”

Yoo Seol couldn’t help but be a little surprised by Director Bang’s serious declaration.

“… Are you solo? Are you serious?”

“Of course. I already got the CEO’s approval.”

“… … .”

JJ Entertainment is famous for not releasing solo singers.

I heard that you already received approval from the CEO of JJ Entertainment for your solo debut offer…

‘This guy is serious.’

Yoo Seol could sense that Director Bang and the company were determined to give Yoo Seol all the support she deserved this time.

‘ah….’

The legend of the past had been eagerly awaiting a moment like this.

I hoped that a company that didn’t recognize my worth would take an interest in me and support me with all its might.

That dreamlike moment came to her.

Some say that JJ Entertainment is the worst of the three entertainment companies, but that is not true.

Yoo Seol knew well that JJ Entertainment was an optimized planning company with a lot of internal strength and technology.

If you debut again as a solo artist with the support of JJ Entertainment… .

It may not be impossible for her to reach the top position she had hoped for in the past.

but….

“I will actively reflect the clauses you want in the contract. So… .”

“I’m sorry.”

“… … Huh?”

“I have no intention of renewing my contract with JJ Entertainment. That’s what I came here to say.”

“… … .”

The current theory is not the past theory.

She had no intention of renewing her contract with JJ Entertainment, no matter how good the conditions were.

Director Bang was momentarily dumbfounded by Yoo Seol’s firm attitude, but soon began to mutter.

“Is it because we neglected you? Was that… a big hurt that you couldn’t forgive us?”

“… It would be a lie if it wasn’t a wound. But… .”

Yoo Seol answered with a smile.

“At least now I don’t hate Director Bang and JJ at all.”

“… … !”

Director Bang said that at that moment, Yoo Seol’s smile looked very comfortable.

He stared blankly at Yoo Seol, who was usually good at acting, but instead of her fake smile, she looked as if she had attained enlightenment, and asked.

“Then why… . Our JJ would definitely be the best choice for you.”

“It may be optimal for getting to the top, but… .”

At that moment, Yoo Seol remembered what her mother had said to her earlier.

‘… Our Seol. Mom is really okay now, so don’t worry and do what you want most.’

Until now, Yoo Seol has always lived rationally.

How can I become successful? How can I make a lot of money?

With only that in mind.

But now, Yoo Seol was thinking of doing what she wanted most.

And what she wants is….

“I want to reach the top with my colleagues, not just by myself.”

“… … .”

It was about reaching the top spot together with all the Rookies members.

Director Bang, who checked her voice, her eyes, and her expression, soon realized that he could not change his mind… .

“Huh… .”

Swish.

With a hollow laugh, he put the contract he had been preparing under the desk deep inside.

Although it was a shame to miss Yoo Seol, a smile of relief soon appeared on Director Bang’s face.

“… You must have met some really nice people, Seol-ah.”

“Yes, that’s right.”

At the same time, a small shadow appeared on Director Bang’s face.

“… I’m sorry we couldn’t do for them what they did for us.”

“… … .”

“You must have been very resentful that we couldn’t help you achieve your dream.”

If they are turning down a solo debut from one of the big three entertainment agencies, it means that they have lost interest in JJ.

Director Bang felt sorry that he could not take responsibility for the Yoo Seol he had brought and was sending her away like this.

but….

“If that were really the case, you wouldn’t have come to say hello.”

“… … !”

Instead of laughing at Director Bang and venting her anger, Yoo Seol stood up from her seat…

“While I was at JJ, I got hurt a lot and made a lot of good memories.”

“… … .”

“Thank you so much for helping me pursue my dream of becoming an idol. … I’m leaving now.”

He bowed his head deeply to Director Bang and said his final goodbyes.

Director Bang waved at Yoo Seol with a sincere smile.

“… Okay, goodbye. I believe you can reach the top even if you aren’t JJ.”

“Thank you, then.”

That’s how Yoo Seol left JJ Entertainment.

And as soon as you cross the front door threshold… .

“Hello? Yes, Mr. Kang. You asked if I had any intention of signing a contract with Brother Planning?”

I called Hyungman Kang of Brother Planning.

**

Meanwhile, SAV Entertainment.

Recently, SAV Entertainment has been busy deciding on the debut lineup for a new four-member girl group.

SAV Entertainment was a famous girl group production company that was famous for making a fortune whenever they released a girl group.

To become a member of SAV Entertainment’s girl group, all the female trainees of all ages began intensive training.

But, one spot in that girl group has already been decided by one person who no one can disagree with… .

“It seems like it will take about 6 months to select the debut group and produce the album, Eugene.”

“… … .”

It was Seo Yu-jin.

In the first place, Seo Yu-jin was a talent that was cherished by Director Min, who was in charge of girl group production at SAV.

The reason Seo Yu-jin was sent to Na-a-ah was only to build up her reputation… .

Seo Yu-jin returned to SAV with much greater success than Director Min had expected.

Seo Yu-jin’s popularity is, of course, something to look forward to… Her already outstanding skills have improved even more, and above all… .

‘The child has become more polite.’

The personality trait that was previously considered Seo Yu-jin’s only flaw has been fixed.

Seo Yu-jin, who used to be a cheapskate, came back as a refined lady after going through the rookies, so this was a bigger windfall than anything else.

Director Min was thinking of putting the perfect Seo Yu-jin in the position of leader of the new girl group SAV.

“You’ll have to audition to fit the role.”

“… … .”

“But Eugene, if you have the skills, you will never fall behind. Since everything has already been discussed with your superiors, you don’t have to worry at all… , Eugene?”

But Seo Yu-jin’s condition was strange.

It seems like there is something absent-minded, thinking deeply about something… .

Above all, I can’t concentrate on what Director Min is saying.

“What are you thinking about? This is important right now.”

“… … .”

The area around my eyes is also puffy… .

Director Min resumed his explanation, vaguely wondering if Seo Yu-jin had not slept well last night.

but….

“Eugene, if we just roughly look at the auditions that will be held in two weeks, you will be the leader of the new girl group… .”

“Chief.”

“… Huh?”

At this moment, Seo Yu-jin was not listening to Director Min’s story at all.

instead….

“I… , I… .”

“… … .”

“Really… , I’m really sorry… .”

“… This is the first time I’ve seen you apologize. You’re scary, kid.”

“I want to cancel my contract with SAV… .”

“What?!”

I had some really wild thoughts going through my head.