Peninsula: Starting with a silly childhood friend!

"Are you sure you learned all of this in school?"

Park Jin-young did attend Yonsei University, so it's not like he was completely useless, but he certainly wouldn't reach Yoo Baek-won's level.

"Um... part of it, and another part is what I learned separately from my teacher."

Upon hearing this, Park Jin-young immediately understood what was going on. His gaze towards Liu Baiyuan softened even more. It seemed that the person in front of him was not just a simple student as his teacher had described, but perhaps more like... a disciple?

Soon, the two left the small room and returned to the office.

Sitting on the sofa, Park Jin-young's attitude had changed drastically. Before, although he was very enthusiastic towards Liu Baiyuan, it was more out of respect for his old mentor. At this moment, he was more like a "friend" whom he had won over with his strength.

Although Liu Baiyuan did not yet have a single original composition at this time.

"I heard from Teacher Zheng that you want to join JYP as a producer?"

Park Jin-young leaned back slightly on the sofa and asked Liu Baiyuan, who nodded and replied:

"Actually, when I was considering it, JYP was my first choice."

After speaking, Liu Baiyuan picked up his iced Americano and took a sip. However, there was one more thing Liu Baiyuan didn't mention: his decision to join JYP was also partly driven by his own selfish motives.

Of course, this is something I can't tell Park Jin-young.

After hearing Liu Baiyuan's words, Park Jin-young nodded slightly and said:

"I'm happy that you value JYP so much, but the key issue is... the company actually has written rules regarding producer interviews, and I don't really feel comfortable doing it in public..."

Before he could finish speaking, Park Jin-young fell silent, seemingly pondering Liu Baiyuan's future.

Although he could defy public opinion, the question remains whether Liu Baiyuan's future value justifies his actions...

For a moment, the office was quiet. Just then, Liu Baiyuan remembered another reason he had come here, so he spoke up as well:

"President Park Jin-young, actually... I came here for another matter."

Hearing Liu Baiyuan's cryptic remark, Park Jin-young's face showed a hint of confusion. Liu Baiyuan didn't linger and spoke directly:

"Actually, the acquisition crisis that the company encountered two years ago has already spread far and wide. I am here today not only to secure a position for myself, but also to represent my father in discussing a collaboration with President Park Jin-young."

Looking at Liu Baiyuan's completely different state now, and combining it with what he had just said, Park Jin-young suddenly had a bold guess in his mind. However, this guess seemed unlikely, because Liu Baiyuan was really too young.

"you say."

Park Jin-young prepared to listen to what his junior had to say first.

"Rumors circulated that President Park Jin-young had gone so far as to sell his house and car to protect JYP from being acquired. Although the situation has improved this year and the acquisition crisis has been resolved, LOEN Entertainment's sale of all its JYP shares two years ago still caused the company's stock price to plummet, and it has yet to recover."

After briefly summarizing the events that occurred in 2013 and 2014, Liu Baiyuan paused for a moment before speaking again, clarifying his purpose.

"JYP's stock price has already fallen to an extremely low level, and they're even facing cash flow problems. Yet, President Park Jin-young, you're still struggling financially. So... does President Park Jin-young need allies?"

At this point, Liu Baiyuan showed a sincere smile, and Park Jin-young understood what Liu Baiyuan meant by cooperation, but... this should be considered a business deal, right?

"State your terms."

Park Jin-young did not directly refuse. As Liu Baiyuan said, he had already sold his car and house in order to save JYP two years ago. Although things have improved somewhat, money is still what he urgently needs. The inability to acquire the shares from outside is something that makes him restless.

Now that someone is coming to our door, it wouldn't hurt to listen.

"According to LOEN's announcement two years ago, they sold about 7% of JYP's shares, worth approximately 11 billion won. My father's idea is that we can provide funds to buy back the shares currently on the market to help JYP overcome this difficulty. However, in return, we need to have a corresponding position in JYP."

Park Jin-young understood what he meant; they were simply going to acquire the shares. However, what he didn't understand was why Liu Baiyuan had specifically brought this up when there was no need to tell him about it.

"Why bring this up specifically? Acquiring shares isn't like a job interview where you need my approval."

Park Jin-young smiled and raised his question, to which Liu Baiyuan returned the smile, speaking calmly:

"Let's start by saying that we won't cause chaos later. And President-nim, as I just said, this is a collaboration. We all see your desire to protect the company and provide a safe haven for your artists. So after joining JYP, we will stand firmly on your side."

Upon hearing this, Park Jin-young understood what Liu Baiyuan meant, and he fell into deep thought.

The company's current situation is not optimistic. Although 2PM and GOT7 are still supporting it, there is no injection of fresh talent. The new girl group TWICE, which debuted last year, has achieved good results with "Graceful" and "CHEER UP", but it still lacks a song that can completely ignite their stardom.

Liu Baiyuan's sudden joining gave him hope...

As long as I can solidify my current position, I will have ample room to plan their careers. TWICE has the potential to become a top-tier girl group. If I can let go of my inhibitions, I might be able to turn the tables and take the initiative!

"Take shares, in exchange for allies..."

After muttering something to himself, Park Jin-young's eyes gradually hardened, and he made his decision.

He could have easily made a large-scale acquisition, but instead, he came here and mentioned it to him. This respect made him willing to take the gamble. Even if he lost, he would still be the company's undisputed major shareholder. Although there would be an impact, it would still be within his control.

"If you can really acquire these shares, you can have a position as a managing director in the company and participate in the company's decisions, big and small."

This isn't about granting any special privileges. As long as Liu Baiyuan can truly do as he says and consolidate the shares, then this position is something he'll have to have, even if he doesn't want it.

Upon hearing this, Liu Baiyuan nodded slightly. The position of director could actually benefit him. It might be impossible for someone without a position to use connections, but it was no problem for a director to go down to the "grassroots".

But before he could speak, Park Jin-young asked again, "To be able to come up with such a large sum of money at any time, your father shouldn't be an unknown person in South Korea. But I just can't think of anyone with the surname Liu who has such great influence..."