Peninsula: You've been chosen here for producing girl groups.

Starry Sky Entertainment, Conference Room.

Ten trainees who are currently active but not backup dancers are learning Chinese.

Park So-yeon studied very diligently.

Han Shuo gave her special treatment and assigned her a Chinese solo song, "Hello Tomorrow," ahead of time. She couldn't let Han Shuo down.

When the class was more than halfway through and it was time for a break, the Chinese teacher stopped teaching and played Chinese songs for everyone.

The two songs are played on a loop.

"Time Thief" and "If Love Is Forgotten" are both duet tracks from Han Shuo's Chinese album.

It is said that the female vocal position has not been finalized, and the selection will be open to all current trainees, choosing the one with the best Chinese language skills and the best singing ability to perform.

"Yoonjoo, Chinese is so hard~"

Kim Ji-won, who is the same age as Shin Yoon-joo, leaned back helplessly and sighed as she looked at the ceiling.

"Yoonjoo unnie won't find it difficult."

At her birthday party a couple of days ago, Kang Ji-young, who was brought along by the group, teased her, saying, "She has the best Chinese among all of us, she's definitely capable of playing a song."

Shin Yoon-joo has more than just the advantage of being the best at Chinese.

Because her mother is a pianist, she has mastered multiple skills such as piano and bel canto since childhood. She is also studying at an arts high school and will soon be entering an arts high school. Her vocal performance is also perfect.

Shin Yoon-joo was a little embarrassed.

Actually, she really wanted to say that she had already been assigned another duet sweet song, "A Little Sweet," and would not participate in this round of selection.

However, fearing that people would think she had gotten in through connections and was intentionally showing off her close relationship with Han Shuo, she could only obediently remain silent.

With a "beep," the phone screen lit up.

"Come to the board member's office."

This was the first time the two of them had met alone since she begged Han Shuo to sign her autograph the day after her birthday party.

Shin Yoon-joo walked briskly, jogging all the way.

When she arrived at Han Shuo's office, she stopped to fix her hair before carefully knocking on the door with a clear, crisp sound.

"I'm here~"

Although Han Shuo had said that given their relationship, there was no need for such formalities, she would always knock solemnly on the door and wait for Han Shuo to say "please come in" before pushing the door open and entering.

As for why he never knocks when he goes to Han Shuo's bedroom to wake him up in the morning.

Mind your own business when it comes to pretty girls.

When she arrived at the table, she noticed that Han Shuo's cup was empty, so she thoughtfully refilled it with tea and made herself a cup of coffee to perk herself up.

He pulled up a chair and sat down opposite Han Shuo.

Han Shuo was probably quite busy, staring intently at the screen, unable to concentrate. She wasn't in a hurry, and just sat there quietly and peacefully.

"Are you adjusting well to trainee life?"

"good."

Just like a kindergarten kid who comes home and reports on making new friends, Shin Yoon-joo energetically reports on her daily interactions with Nazar and Kim Ji-won.

It's strange, though. Although all three of them were born in 92, their personalities are very different, yet they get along very well.

For example, if we take her as the benchmark, we would consider her a normal person.

So Naza is a chatterbox, and Kim Ji-won is autistic.

"Is Naza a chatterbox? I think you're pretty much the same."

Han Shuo stared at Shen Yunzhu with a smile: "Once she opens her mouth, she keeps chattering away, and I don't even have a chance to interrupt."

He took a stack of documents from the side and pushed them over.

"What is this?"

Soon, Shin Yoon-joo found the answer herself, her eyes sparkling with delight as she looked incredibly happy.

These are copyright certificates.

The recognition was based on her piano contributions in Korean songs such as "Fiction" and Chinese songs such as "Waiting for You After Class," and she was given a copyright share of 1% to 1.5%.

This not only represents a continuous stream of copyright revenue sharing, but also a certification, an affirmation:

She is not the muddle-headed fool her father talks about, and she will not starve to death on the streets in the future.

She laughed heartily: "Isn't that a bit too much?"

According to industry revenue sharing rates, musicians who perform on instruments can receive up to 3% of the revenue.

However, this is the percentage of copyright revenue that the entire band of musicians can receive. When it is divided among each individual, it will be reduced to less than 1%.

"Consider the rest as a return on your initial angel investment."

Han Shuo borrowed money from Shen Yunzhu to help his cousin develop "Farm".

To help him, the young girl not only emptied her savings from red envelopes since childhood, but also borrowed from a circle of friends, eventually raising nearly 50 million (approximately 395,300 RMB) for him.

Giving interest directly seems too vulgar and too distant.

Now, thanking her in the form of copyright sharing is just right.

The little girl puffed out her chest proudly: "Quickly praise me for my good investment acumen."

"Yes, yes, you're amazing!"

It was almost time for the meeting with Kim Yoon-ji, so Han Seok coaxed and teased the little girl away.

"Director, is there something you need from me?"

Since serving warm wine at her birthday party, Han Shuo hasn't contacted her, which makes her feel somewhat discouraged and doubt her own charm.

Fortunately, this day seems to have finally arrived.

She looked directly at Han Shuo, without any attempt to hide her gaze.

Her eyes met Han Shuo's: "You've been doing well lately. Even Hannah said you've made great progress. I'd like to give you more responsibilities."

Kim Yoon-ji's eyes lit up with surprise: "What burden?"

"If nothing unexpected happens, you will be the female lead in the 'Trap' music video."

"Although this song is not the album's title track, the Korean, English, and even Chinese versions of 'Trap' all share the same music video, making its reach no less than that of 'Fiction'."

"Thank you for your kindness, Director."

Kim Yoon-ji licked the corner of her mouth provocatively, her words carrying a hidden meaning.

For a high-quality male business owner like Han Shuo, she has only one rule: never miss an opportunity.

And just like that, the first resource was obtained so easily.

"In addition, you will be among the first batch of trainees publicly announced by StarsRookies. My next plan for you is: to do English song covers."

Kim Yoon-ji grew up in an English-speaking environment and has a very good level of spoken English.

She also hosted an English-language program in South Korea.

There would be absolutely no problem arranging for her to cover English songs.

The martial spirit form he arranged for her was J.Fla, who became famous for covering English songs and was once very popular. She was known as the "fiery ponytail goddess with a beautiful profile".

"I have no problem with it. As long as it's a company assignment, I will definitely do my best to complete it."

Kim Yoon-ji's main selling point is "obedience".

"Okay, that's settled. These arrangements for you are still confidential. Don't disclose them to anyone yet. We'll wait for the company's instructions."

Kim Yoon-ji said there was no problem, but she had one extra little question.

"Boss, could I perhaps know why I was selected?"

Han Shuo knew what Kim Yoon-ji was implying, but was he the kind of person who would pull strings?

The reason for choosing Kim Yoon-ji is mainly because of her outstanding qualities.

"You are fluent in English, so this arrangement is suitable for you."

"Secondly, you have a great image and good physique. You look like you work out regularly. I heard you also play basketball, which is a plus..."

Kim Yoon-ji chuckled and shook her head, leaning forward: "No, no, no, boss, you're not being honest."

Since she had just finished practicing, she was only wearing a fitted crop top, which revealed her flat stomach as she leaned forward.

Below that is a pair of fitted jeans that accentuate the alluring curves of the waist and hips.

She walked around the table.

"Wait a moment."

Han Shuo raised his hand to stop him, then pressed the red button on the table.

Kim Yoon-ji tilted her head and asked curiously, "This is...?"

"The Coke button means I'm enjoying my Coke and don't want to be disturbed."

"..."

Screenshot from Kim Yoon-ji's solo music video.