Peninsula: Starting with a silly childhood friend!

Chapter 141 Chou Tzu-yu begins her operation

He knew that Park Jin-young wanted to set up a cafeteria.

When he first joined JYP, Park Jin-young mentioned that the company didn't have a cafeteria, so he couldn't treat him to a meal, which seemed a little regretful.

However, he had never heard him mention anything about an organic cafeteria in all this time.

Seeing Liu Baiyuan's puzzled expression, Park Jin-young nodded and said, "This is a new idea of ​​mine. I plan to use all organic ingredients in the company cafeteria in the future. Firstly, it will allow the company's employees and artists to eat healthier, and secondly, organic vegetables are more nutritious. When the trainees come to eat, their parents will feel more at ease."

Park Jin-young cares a lot about these trainees. Although he is a rich young man, the setback he suffered when he debuted in his early years made him feel a strong sense of empathy for these brave young people who are pursuing their dreams.

That's why we're providing them with the best possible conditions now.

Even though many of them may not be able to debut with JYP, he still wants to take care of them as much as possible during this time.

"The idea is good, but the cost will probably be much higher."

Liu Baiyuan said he didn't care about Park Jin-young's idea. Even if JYP opened an organic cafeteria, he wouldn't come to eat there every day. At most, he would come occasionally to save time or just when it was mealtime.

However, the cafeteria needs to feed not just him, but JYP employees, trainees, and artists—that's hundreds of people! The daily consumption of three meals a day is no small amount.

"Cost is not a problem, as long as the children can eat safely."

Upon hearing this, Liu Baiyuan's gaze towards Park Jin-young seemed to carry an indescribable undertone.

In his memory, bosses like Park Jin-young... are truly rare...

Afterwards, Park Jin-young introduced some of his other plans to him, such as the increasingly crowded office area after JYP's listing, and the issues about practice rooms that he had raised when he visited SM.

Park Jin-young remembered all of this.

The most direct manifestation of this is that Park Jin-young has gradually incorporated all of these elements into his building.

When the office space was insufficient, Park Jin-young expanded the office area. The private offices of middle-level leaders were all reduced in size, just enough to avoid overcrowding, and the extra space was used to expand the office space for employees.

Since the small practice room was not suitable for a large girl group like TWICE to rehearse, Park Jin-young replaced the partition between the two practice rooms with an electric roller shutter door. Normally, the two practice rooms can be separated into two small practice rooms, and when the large practice room is needed, the partition can be raised to combine the two into one.

He even plans to set aside a huge practice room in the basement specifically for the company's artists to rehearse for important stages such as year-end stages or tour stages.

As Liu Baiyuan listened to Park Jin-young's plan, he nodded frequently and felt a sense of relief. This guy really did take JYP's current problems seriously.

The changes he proposed address the key issues that JYP is currently facing.

However... the more he listened, the more he felt something was amiss, because this guy's plans were too comprehensive. What was the point of calling him over...?

"Brother Zhenying, since you've already made up your mind, why did you call me over?"

Upon hearing Liu Baiyuan's words, Park Jin-young responded with an "oh" and said to him, "Oh, the main reason I called you here is to discuss another matter with you."

As he spoke, Park Jin-young leaned back slightly on the sofa, a hint of satisfaction in his eyes, and praised him, "As you can see, the new company is still just on paper. I still have to manage all the big and small affairs of the company. Your sister-in-law has also been frequently throwing tantrums at me lately, complaining that I come home late, so I really don't have enough energy..."

Listening to Park Jin-young's rambling, Liu Baiyuan's face showed a look of anticipation. He asked him directly, "So... Jin-young hyung, what do you want to do? Just say it." Seeing Liu Baiyuan's straightforwardness, he didn't beat around the bush anymore and said directly, "I want you to be in charge of TWICE's affairs from now on."

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Upon hearing this, Liu Baiyuan's face showed a hint of confusion. What did that mean?

"Haven't I already become a producer?"

"I'm not talking about being a producer."

Park Jin-young picked up his water glass, exhaled a breath of steam from it, and took a small sip. "This is a nourishing drink my wife prepared for me. One cup a day keeps me alert and refreshed."

"When I asked you to be the producer for TWICE before, I just wanted you to help out. But given the current situation, you might be capable of being their manager as well."

To become their leader? After a moment's thought, Liu Baiyuan understood. At the same time, he clicked his tongue, sounding somewhat helpless. What had he said? Whenever his brother Park Jin-young called him over, nothing good was bound to happen...

"Besides... honestly, if you don't take over, I really won't have the energy to manage TWICE anymore. They're practically the company's 'darlings' now. I certainly wouldn't trust someone else with this project. After thinking it over, I still think you're more reliable."

Park Jin-young didn't say anything more after that, but his eyes showed a hint of seriousness and expectation as he looked at Liu Baiyuan.

Park Jin-young had already made it clear how well Hirai Momo and the others knew him after the family concert a while ago.

For him, this wasn't something completely unacceptable; in fact, he was somewhat pleased with it. The reason he had Liu Baiyuan move was mainly to avoid being noticed by reporters or other media. But without this "threat," he could maintain an ambiguous relationship with one of the TWICE members, which would be beneficial for JYP, or rather, for himself.

On the other hand, Liu Baiyuan was also lost in thought for a moment after hearing Park Jin-young's words. The images of Mina, Sana, Tzuyu, and Nayeon flashed through his mind one by one, and finally settled on the image of Momo.

If I became TWICE's direct supervisor, wouldn't I be able to better protect them?

Thinking of this, Liu Baiyuan didn't refuse anymore. He nodded to Park Jin-young and said, "Okay, Jin-young hyung, I can agree to take charge of TWICE. But since they are under my management, I have a few things to make clear. Regardless of what TWICE was like before, I hope that their schedules will be carefully screened by the company. I don't want any of them to be sick or exhausted under my supervision."

Although he has only been with JYP for a few months, he can see how busy TWICE's schedule is. He can only see his own idol occasionally during their schedule. Although he is currently in a hiatus, he is still constantly participating in variety shows and other events to maintain his exposure.

It doesn't matter now, everyone is enthusiastic and wants to become a world-renowned superstar, so everyone can persevere. But over time, it's impossible not to get sick.

That's why Liu Baiyuan made this request to Park Jin-young.

"Sure, now that you've become their main person in charge, their schedules naturally need your confirmation. You can make the decision yourself. But I have one request: TWICE is the company's future pillar, and you can reduce their schedules to allow them to get enough rest. However, I don't want to see their popularity decline."

"Of course."

Liu Baiyuan and Park Jin-young reached a simple consensus on TWICE's future plans. At this time, the nine members of TWICE were unaware that they had changed their identities and were practicing in batches.

"Why do I even have to participate in track and field...?"

Sana Minatozaki sat on the track, beads of sweat trickling down her forehead, her face etched with exhaustion. She had just finished an 800-meter run with Park Jihyo and the others; how could she not be tired?

Even so, her mouth didn't stop at all; she kept talking.

"Whose fault is that? Didn't you just go running with Jihyo and the others because you had nothing better to do..."

At this moment, Hirai Momo, dressed in sportswear, had a mocking expression on her face. Originally, Mina, Mina, and Minatozaki Sana were practicing rhythmic gymnastics together and were doing well. However, Minatozaki Sana, that restless little dog, saw Park Jihyo and the others running on the side and, having nothing better to do, went over to join them.

It would have been better if she hadn't gone; as soon as she did, her agent started keeping an eye on her.

They were already short one person for track and field, and since Sana Minatozaki offered herself up, there was no reason not to accept her.

"Ugh... Momo, you're not going to comfort me anymore."

Sana Minato pouted and sat on the ground, her face full of unhappiness.

Mina, watching the two bickering, slightly curled the corners of her lips and said to Sana, "If all else fails, go back and talk to Oppa. Oppa is our producer, and he's in charge of the 'Idol Star Athletics Championships.' Maybe you can plead with him and he'll spare your life."

Hearing Mina's words, Sana Minato's eyes lit up. She nodded at her and said, "That makes sense. Given my relationship with Liu Baiyuan, I believe he wouldn't stand by and watch someone die!"

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Upon hearing Sana Minato's words, Momo Hirai's face flashed with a strange expression. "Your relationship with him? Is it one where you argue all the time? It seems more likely he'll just slide to his knees..."

She was unaware that Liu Baiyuan and Minatozaki Sana's relationship was no longer the same as before, but Mina knew. Looking at the sudden sparkle in Minatozaki Sana's eyes, she suddenly realized she had given a terrible idea...

On the other side, Kim Da-hyun was also clumsily learning to shoot arrows, with a coach standing beside her.

"Da-hyun, relax your shoulders. You don't need to be so tense when shooting arrows. Relaxing a little will actually make the arrow more controllable."

"Inside..."

Kim Da-hyun rubbed her arm after shooting another arrow. She had been practicing all morning, but she still hadn't hit the target with a single shot.

However, Chou Tzu-yu and Lim Na-yeon next door are getting better and better.

The Sixth and Seventh Ring Roads are already commonplace.

"Tzuyu, when did you secretly learn archery...?"

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Kim Da-hyun's tone carried a hint of resentment. Even she, who had a coach, couldn't compare to these two. When Chou Tzu-yu heard her leader's words, she chuckled and said, "Oppa taught us when he called us out before, so Nayeon unnie and I have also learned it."

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Upon hearing this, Lim Nayeon smiled and said, "So, Dahyun, you have to work hard! Don't fall too far behind me and Tzuyu!"

Lin Nalian was acting quite arrogantly at this moment, which made Kim Da-hyun a little resentful. "How could I let this older sister put on such a show?"

Thinking of this, Kim Da-hyun asked the coach beside her with a hint of cunning, "Coach-nim, why don't you go and correct Nayeon unnie's posture?"

When Lim Nayeon heard Kim Da-hyun's words, she did not refuse. Instead, she picked up another arrow, drew her bow, and showed it to the coach.

The latter came to Nayeon's side, observed her for a moment, nodded and said, "Nayeon's posture is fairly standard, but her arms are a little not relaxed enough, but that's not a big deal."

Hearing the coach's words, Lim Nayeon made adjustments accordingly. At this moment, Chou Tzuyu, who was standing next to her, asked the coach, "Coach-nim, how's mine?"

"Well, Tzuyu's posture is quite good; it's practically standard."

Hearing the coach's comments made Kim Da-hyun, who was already in a bad mood, even worse.

So, I'm the worst of the three?

Chou Tzu-yu: Honesty is one of the few good qualities you have, unnie.

Kim Da-hyun: "The person who taught you is quite skilled; at least you can tell he's had formal training."

The coach nodded, acknowledging the abilities of this coach he had never met before. At least judging from the students he had coached, Lin Nalian and Zhou Tzuyu, this coach's level was quite good.

Upon hearing this, a smile instantly appeared on Chou Tzu-yu's face, and even Lim Na-yeon slightly curled the corners of her mouth as the two listened to the coach's words.

There was also a sense of pride in sharing in it.

It was as if the coach was praising both of them, not Liu Baiyuan.

"It's all thanks to Bai Yuan oppa giving me private lessons, otherwise I wouldn't be at the bottom..."

Looking at the smiles of the two, Kim Da-hyun pouted, somewhat unconvinced, and muttered something under her breath.

But when Chou Tzu-yu heard what this older sister said, her thoughts suddenly drifted elsewhere, to her private life?

Now that I think about it, it seems that all three of Misamo's older sisters went out with Liu Baiyuan's brother, but she was the only one who had made a promise with that brother long ago, but never actually did it.

Lately, I've been mainly practicing for the events I'll be participating in at the end of the month's "Idol Star Athletics Championships," and I happen to have a bit of free time, so I might as well take advantage of this...

Thinking of this, Zhou Ziyu immediately put down her bow and arrow, took out her phone and sent a message to Liu Baiyuan.