Chapter 81

"Ji-won, and the rest of you, I really appreciate your help this time. The reason I let you watch the show is, first, to let you see how I respond to people's requests, and second, to let Ji-won and Meng listen to the song and evaluate the guy's creative ability. He said that if he helps with the filming this time, there might even be a single released. If it really makes money, it will be like finding some extra cash for you, especially for Su-goon!" Jiang Hudeong, sitting in the middle, said seriously, without the exaggeration he usually showed on camera.

The other four sighed helplessly but didn't say much more. They picked up Jiang Hudeong's laptop and, once the car arrived at a rest stop, bought a lot of food to bring back to the car. Then they connected to the internet and started watching the live broadcast of Starking.

By now, the car had already driven to the outskirts of Seoul, about to enter the main city area. Although it was getting dark, no one was in a hurry to go home.

...

At 6:30 PM, this episode of Starking began. Many of Li Huanle's friends and netizens who followed Happy Musician, Jeon Bora, Lee Ji-hyeon, and others were curiously sitting in front of their TVs or computers.

The biggest highlight of this episode, of course, was Happy Musician and his rookie band.

...

Cube Entertainment was a company founded in 2008 in South Korea by Hong Seong-sung, one of the three major figures of JYP Entertainment and the former president of JYP.

Although it was a newly established company, it was very strong, and with new investment partners, it had ample funds.

Last year, they launched a solo singer as a test, and this year, Cube's major project was the launch of a girl group in mid-year, a group that included former Wonder Girls member Kim Hyun-ah.

Although the company had only been established for a little over a year, it already had many trainees. In the first-floor cafeteria, many trainees were eating while watching the TV on the wall.

"Let's... Let's... Let's... Just talk about you... Don't say anything more, just be yourself..."

"Onee-san Chul-yong, this song is really good. I thought the rookie band would sing another unique style song, but I didn't expect it to be hip-hop!" A girl with a ponytail and a blue T-shirt, sitting at the table, said in surprise.

This girl was the one who was scolded in a mall a few days ago, named Xia Rong, whose full name is Wu Xia Rong. She is only 13 years old but is already nearly 1.6 meters tall, developing very quickly. She was selected as a trainee in Cube's selection event at the beginning of the year.

Sitting next to her, wearing a pink tracksuit with black long straight hair and a slightly chubby but cute face, was the girl she called Onee-san Chul-yong.

Park Chul-yong, 18 years old, like Wu Xia Rong, joined the company in this year's selection event, just starting her trainee career.

Listening to the song on the TV, Park Chul-yong had the same thoughts as Wu Xia Rong. It was a very good song, with a catchy melody and lyrics in the chorus. Although they initially expected Happy Musician's work to be as interesting as always, this official release completely broke the expectations of the netizens who followed Happy Musician.

Just like Park Chul-yong and Wu Xia Rong, who started following Happy Musician and the rookie band because of the adorable "Cute Song."

Although it broke their expectations, the contrast brought by the song "Just Be Yourself" was also impressive.

As Li Huanle thought, it's not wrong to play a few special cards, but you mustn't let people pigeonhole you. This time, when many thought the rookie band might perform another light and refreshing song, they were surprised by this touching hip-hop.

After the song ended, many were still savoring it, humming along, while Jiang Hudeong was already asking where Happy Musician was.

After a while, a handsome man in a casual suit with short hair walked out.

"Everyone, I'm Li Huanle, also known as Happy Musician. I'm very happy to be here on Starking, and it's great to see everyone!"

"Clang!"

Wu Xia Rong, who was watching the TV in surprise, was startled by the 'clang' sound beside her. She turned her head to see Onee-san Chul-yong staring blankly at the TV, her spoon falling onto the table, spilling some rice.

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"You're just a kid, what are you, trying to be a hero?"

"I'm Li Huanle from Hongik High School, haven't you heard of me?"

"Who has heard of you!"

"Then I hope you can remember today. Also, don't step into Hongdae again, or there will be serious consequences!"

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"It's him!"

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"Why aren't you studying at Hongdae but went to Yeungnam University to study mechanical engineering? That major is so unsuitable for you!"

"Don't talk while eating!"

Li Huanle, sitting across the table, irritably wiped off two grains of rice that had stuck to his face from Jeon Bora's mouth.

Jeon Bora's face turned a bit red, not expecting her projectile ability to be so strong, but she still said, pretending not to care, "Answer my question!"

"Finish eating quickly. I'll take you home after. Call me an hour earlier when you come tomorrow. I'll buy some charcoal and other things in the morning!"

It was already 8 PM. After watching Starking, Li Huanle saw Jeon Bora holding her stomach and looking at him cutely, so he had to call for a meal.

Jeon Bora pouted and didn't say anything, focusing on her battle with the fried sauce noodles and sweet and sour pork.

After a while, Jeon Bora quickly finished her dinner and stared straight at Li Huanle.

Li Huanle, who was eating while texting, felt a bit uneasy under her gaze and couldn't help but say, "Why are you staring at me? Although I don't have a girlfriend now, you're too young. I'm afraid people will call me a pervert if I go out with you, so forgive me, I won't accept you!"

"!!!!"

Hearing this, Jeon Bora almost threw the plate on the table at Li Huanle, feeling something blocking her heart.

"Li Stinky Mouth, Ji-hyeon and I can really debut!" Jeon Bora said, trying to sound serious despite her anger.

Li Huanle nodded, not surprised at all, and replied calmly, "That's great. By the way, how about naming the group T-ara?"

"Damn, don't just randomly name it! And what's with that tone? Aren't you happy for us?"

"Haha~~~ Congratulations, Bora!"

After saying that, Li Huanle's expression turned back to normal, and he continued looking at his phone.

A big '井' (well) appeared on Jeon Bora's forehead. At that moment, this cute and innocent girl seemed to transform into a two-dimensional cartoon character, almost steaming with anger.