Chapter 33

"Bro, what do you think about me entering the entertainment industry in the future?" Li Shenglin finally asked, voicing his thoughts.

Liu Zaishi knew that Li Shenglin's family must be well-off, but there were plenty of wealthy young men in Korea who entered the entertainment industry. One more or one less wouldn't make much difference. "Do you just want to play around, or do you want to seriously pursue it?"

If Li Shenglin just wanted to play around, Liu Zaishi wouldn't say much more. He could just spend money on it. But if he wanted to seriously pursue it, he would need to help him analyze the situation carefully.

"I want to pursue it, and I want to be the best! At least better than one person!" Li Shenglin said firmly.

Liu Zaishi sensed there was a story behind this, but he wasn't the type to pry. "To be honest, Shenglin, you have great potential. You're handsome, have a good physique, and are talented! You'd make an excellent idol!"

Li Shenglin knew there was a catch coming, so he wasn't particularly happy.

Sure enough, "But you have a major disadvantage!"

"What is it?"

"You're a single father! Whether it's due to an unplanned pregnancy or other reasons, the fact that you have a child means you can't pursue the idol route. You know, Korean fans can be very extreme!"

Liu Zaishi was stating the facts, but he was overlooking some things, like the main fans of "Win-Win CP," the KAMILIA, who supported Li Shenglin despite knowing his situation. Why? When you first know everything about a person and then like them, you naturally accept their past!

Of course, that was a different story. Right now, what Liu Zaishi said made a lot of sense, and Li Shenglin nodded in agreement. It was true. He couldn't compete with Li Seunghi's background, and he knew the Korean entertainment industry was quite peculiar.

In China, if you had a strong background, it would be easy to make someone famous. In Korea, having a good background wasn't useless, but it only meant fewer obstacles and less worry. Sometimes, when your background was exposed, it could even be a disadvantage, and people might look at you with prejudice.

But Li Seunghi had been in the industry for four years and had a certain status in Korea. Li Shenglin was just preparing to debut, so he was already at a disadvantage in terms of time. Now, because of Xiaohuhu, he would be even further behind. Sigh!

He was just a bit frustrated, but he didn't hate or blame anyone. He believed he would eventually surpass Li Seunghi!

"So, the best route for you would be to debut as an actor or in variety shows!"

"Indeed!"

"Speaking of acting, I don't know how good you are, but even if you were as good as Song Kang-ho, it wouldn't help much!"

Li Shenglin was actually quite proud of his acting skills. He often got full marks in acting classes. He didn't know who Song Kang-ho was, but he must be a great actor. "Why not?"

Actually, Li Shenglin was overestimating himself. Acting classes and actual performances were completely different. He would realize how naive he was later...

"Actors need experience to climb to the lead role. Even those who become famous overnight usually had a long period of anonymity before that. It's not something that happens overnight!"

That made sense...

"So, the best route for me is to debut in variety shows? But, Bro, I don't have a sense of humor. I always failed my variety show classes at YG!"

"I don't know why you want to enter the entertainment industry, but without an agency or a manager, where would you get variety show offers?"

Confused, Li Shenglin thought, "Even though I'm a shareholder of CUBE, I don't have much say, and whether they want me is another matter..."

"Even if you had an agency and a manager, you'd have to follow the company's schedule. But how would you take care of Xiaohuhu?"

There was no way he would leave Xiaohuhu with someone else. Maybe he could send him to kindergarten during the day, but that wouldn't mean leaving him. This was a headache!

Seeing Li Shenglin's troubled expression, Liu Zaishi smiled. "What I said applies to ordinary people, but you've already debuted in variety shows, so why worry about these things?"

"Bro, what are you talking about? How have I already debuted?"

"How did we meet?"

"You mean..."

"Exactly, 'Infinite Challenge'!"

"That won't work, Bro. I'm not funny; I'll ruin the show!"

Liu Zaishi gave him a light tap on the head. "The show is about authenticity now, not the old-style comedy. Besides, you've already appeared on it several times, haven't you?"

"Does that count?"

"Of course it does!"

"Will the audience accept me?" Li Shenglin had never considered this before, as he had just participated for fun. Now that he had plans for the entertainment industry, he had to think more.

"You, with your personality, I'm in my forties and still follow the industry online. You're in your twenties, and... the audience's acceptance of you is quite high. As for the lack of entertainment skills, well, the audience likes your rookie look. If you join the show, you don't need to worry about your role... it's an advantage!"

Confused, Li Shenglin thought, "But will PD Kim Tae-ho agree? Adding someone out of nowhere!"

"How is it out of nowhere? Your brother Dong-hoon is enlisting, and they're short one person now!"

"Bro, don't joke. Even if I don't know much, I know the status of 'Infinite Challenge.' There must be many people eyeing that spot!"

Li Shenglin had a clear understanding of this!

Liu Zaishi nodded, "Indeed, JUNJIN from Shinhwa has a good chance of taking that spot!"

Seeing Li Shenglin's puzzled look, Liu Zaishi explained further.

It was over. No chance. Not only was JUNJIN popular, but he also had a good relationship with Liu Zaishi...

Seeing his brother's dejected look, Liu Zaishi was almost in tears. "Since I've told you this much, I have confidence in getting you on the show!"

"What about JUNJIN? You have a good relationship with him!"

"You're my brother too, and you need this show more! Besides, JUNJIN, well, he's been an idol for too long, and his status might conflict with the show. It's uncertain if he can fit in smoothly.

You, on the other hand, are familiar with everyone, and the audience accepts you. There's no need for a transition period. That's your advantage!

So, it's not about who needs it more, but for the show to continue smoothly, I'll support you!"

Li Shenglin was finally at ease. With Liu Zaishi's words, he knew it would be fine. "Please help me talk to PD Kim Tae-ho!"

Hearing this, Liu Zaishi laughed. "Actually, PD Kim Tae-ho wants you on the show even more than I do. Before HAHA enlisted, he wanted to invite you, but he couldn't because you weren't in the industry. Otherwise, why do you think he let an outsider participate in the show?"

Indeed, talking to Liu Zaishi was the right choice. A problem that had troubled him for a week was solved in a moment, and his path forward became much clearer. It was a great relief!