Chapter 34 of 100
Chapter 34
5 min read1,297 words
"I use my smile to cover my pain, and you use your strength to break through everything. Incheon, you are actually the silliest person I've ever met. Despite being so wealthy and having such good looks and conditions, you choose to be just an ordinary comedian. In the face of doubts and insults, I don't know how you handle them, but now I can tell you that I will always stand by your side. Although we haven't known each other for long, I genuinely consider you my brother, Incheon, I believe in you!"
Sitting on the plane flying back from New Zealand to South Korea, Liu Zaitian's mind was still replaying the messages his brothers wrote for him the night before.
Although it had been more than a day, he still felt a faint sense of understanding and warmth in his heart. It was a feeling of being cared for and understood, something truly worth cherishing.
...
"Where are you going next, brother?" At the waiting hall of Incheon International Airport, as the others left one by one, only Liu Zaitian and Liu Zaisuk were left.
"I still have some business at the TV station. Zaitian, you go back first. You don't need to worry about dinner today; I might come back late." After a moment's thought, Liu Zaisuk said directly to Liu Zaitian.
"Okay, I'll go to the company first. Chengyu said the agent he found for me is ready, so I'll go to the company to meet him and see how he is."
With that, the two parted ways at the airport, one heading to the TV station and the other to JS Entertainment.
At 4 PM, Liu Zaitian got out of the car at the company entrance. Since he had already called Jin Chengyu, he went straight to the elevator and up to Jin Chengyu's office.
Because Liu Zaitian had never hidden his identity, almost everyone in the company knew he was both a board member and a signed artist. Therefore, everyone, regardless of their position, greeted him respectfully, and Liu Zaitian naturally responded with equal respect.
Knock, knock, knock.
This time, Liu Zaitian did not push the door open directly but knocked three times before entering the president's office.
"Zaitian, you're here." Standing up, Jin Chengyu looked at Liu Zaitian, who had just walked in, and his mood was quite good.
Because in the last episode of "Infinite Challenge," the ratings had increased again, reaching an average of 12.1% and a peak of 13.4%. Now, he was almost certain that as long as there were no other issues, the show would definitely be a hit.
With the increase in ratings, although the advertising revenue was shared with the TV station, making money was already a sure thing.
Moreover, although this business was led by Liu Zaitian, he, as the president, had also been involved a lot. Therefore, his contributions would not be overlooked in the calculations. This way, he would not only remain in his position as president despite the long-term stable strategy but might even receive some rewards in other areas.
Thus, although the company still had no debut trainees, his overall state of mind had become more stable, no longer as anxious as before.
"En, what kind of person did you arrange as my agent, Chengyu?" Due to his identity and habits, Liu Zaitian could not be like ordinary Korean artists, constantly running around for promotions and various commercial performances. He would only participate in a few activities based on his interests, and even for fixed variety shows, he would not go to other places.
In such a situation, ordinary agents would not accept an artist like Liu Zaitian because their income was directly related to the artist's income. Therefore, for the past few months, although he had been active as a comedian, Liu Zaitian had always acted alone or with Liu Zaisuk.
However, today, this situation should improve.
"Actually..." Jin Chengyu started, but he seemed a bit hesitant, "this person is a distant relative of mine, but he is definitely capable and more than qualified to be your agent."
Saying this, Jin Chengyu handed a file to Liu Zaitian.
"Ryu Seung? I didn't expect him to be my clansman! ... But, as a graduate of Seoul University... Chengyu, how did you convince him to be my agent?" Liu Zaitian opened the file and read it carefully before asking Jin Chengyu.
"A promise. I promised him that he could enter the company's upper management in the future. Although he will be your agent, his income will be calculated as a regular employee. After careful consideration, he agreed." Jin Chengyu took back the file and looked at Liu Zaitian carefully.
Although he was the president of JS, the company's shares were all in Liu Zaitian's hands. He was worried that Liu Zaitian might be suspicious of his promise to his relative to enter the company's upper management.
"Welcome to our company, a graduate of Seoul University. Let's do this, Chengyu, you can call Ryu Seung over. If possible, he can start working tomorrow." Liu Zaitian naturally sensed Jin Chengyu's thoughts but did not care; such concerns were just his own overthinking.
"Okay, I'll go call him now. Zaitian, please wait here for a moment." Jin Chengyu left to find Ryu Seung, while Liu Zaitian found a place to sit.
Five minutes later, with a knock on the door, Jin Chengyu brought a young man into the office.
The young man was dressed in a suit, tall, about 1.8 meters, and did not have the slightly effeminate look common among Koreans. Instead, he had a somewhat heroic aura, similar to Liu Zaitian, but with glasses, he looked more scholarly.
Standing up, Liu Zaitian slowly walked to the young man, looking him straight in the eyes. Although he was smiling, his serious gaze was intensely oppressive to most people.
The moment their eyes met, the young man felt as if a heavy stone had been placed on his heart, making it difficult to breathe.
"Hello, I am Liu Zaitian." The next moment, as Liu Zaitian spoke, the oppressive feeling vanished.
"Hello, I am Liu Seung, here for the agent position." Compared to Liu Zaitian's casual greeting, Liu Seung's was much more respectful.
"En, I just read your file. As a graduate of Seoul University, you could find a job anywhere in Korea. Your choice to join JS is a great honor for us." Everyone knows how to say such formalities, but it's best not to take them too seriously.
"Thank you, board member." Liu Seung bowed respectfully in response.
"Let's do this. Compared to Chengyu's promise, I'll give you a direct answer. If you fulfill your duties as an agent, in five years, I can personally arrange for you to intern in the company's upper management. Whether you can stay will depend on your own abilities. How about it? Will you accept my offer?" Liu Zaitian smiled lightly and said calmly.
Unbelievable, but Liu Seung was sure he had heard correctly.
"Accept... I will definitely accept." Liu Seung answered instantly, barely containing his excitement.
Using five years to gain a position in upper management, even if it was just an internship, he believed he could turn the internship into a permanent position with his abilities. This offer was like a windfall for Liu Seung, and he couldn't refuse it.
"Alright, let Chengyu brief you on the remaining details. I'll leave now. He knows my schedule well. I hope to see you in front of me when I come to work next time." Liu Zaitian lightly patted Liu Seung's shoulder, nodded to Jin Chengyu, and left.
Ps: Group 140869310, recruiting friends who like Korean variety shows to chat together...
Page AD starts
Page AD ends