章節 100: Jong Kook to open a YT channel
After having a rather decent quality lunch, Jun went back to his room and continuously watched running man episodes for the rest of the day.
At around 7 o'clock, he returned downstairs to make dinner and returned to the room at 9 p.m. to sleep.
In the meantime, the number of views of his debut video had reached 34.8 million, becoming the second most viewed kpop mv in 24 hours. The first place was being held by PSY's Gentleman at 36 million.
The difference was quite less, leaving the Gaia fandom frustrated a little bit. After all, it's been five years since PSY was holding that crown.
But then again, this was Jun's debut mv and PSY is a legendary figure in the kpop world. So, it is not a loss at all.
However, they didn't back down. Instead, the fans convinced themselves by adding the views for the other track of the debut album. Unlike 'Mmmh', Clap was released as audio, generating 6 million views in the first 24 hours as a result of the Gaia fandom group's extensive promotions on all the social media platforms.
Meanwhile, the CEO of Genesis Entertainment was very much satisfied with its success. YG also felt like his hard work to bring Jun into the company, had now shown its worth.
From the start, he was sure that Jun will become a star but there was this little doubt in his heart that always worries about failure. Now, that little bit of worry has been erased.
He couldn't even sleep that night and became busier in creating a schedule for Jun, regarding the promotions. Of course, it wasn't his job but still, since he had already taken Jun under his wing, he might as well give his full support.
Of course, in this, there was his profit too. YG owns the biggest share in the company. If the value of the company rose because of Jun even by a small percentage, he will also earn a lot.
However, not everyone is happy with Jun's success. The chairman of ZC Entertainment, Zuko Chuwon is feeling the regret of abandoning Jun when the latter was met with an accident. With how people are leaving comments like it was ZC's loss and some are even bashing his company for no good reason, Chairman ZC's mood turned worse.
But, this isn't the time for feeling sad. It is time to show the world that the 'Resonance' group that his company launched is number one for a reason.
He made a call to the PR department first thing in the morning about increasing the publicity, especially overseas.
***
Not knowing about anyone's plans, Jun was humming in satisfaction as he was on his way to the GYM in the dawn.
Maybe, the GYM receptionist didn't watch his video or maybe, she wasn't enthusiastic about kpop in general. For whatever reason, she just greeted him normally and didn't congratulate him as he expected she would.
He made his way to the VIP zone and there, his personal trainer appeared to be busy training someone else.
Jun recognized the celebrity. She's Sandara Park aka Dara of 2NE1. But why she's here working so hard? He wondered while staring at the woman who was sweating from top to bottom as she was doing lifts.
Not intending to disturb her, he went onto the treadmill and started his warm-up.
Roughly about half an hour later, Kim Jong-kook enters the gym and spots Jun comfortably running at a 28 km/hr (17mph) speed setting.
"Aigoo! Our prince is working so hard early in the morning," Jong-kook casually teased Jun upon meeting him after a couple of days.
Jun recognized the voice. He let out a helpless smile as he stopped the button. "Hyung, please don't call me that. I'm enough embarrassed by it already."
"Why? Isn't it cute? Prince of Genesis… Almost every article that I see is addressing you like that. I guess it had already become your nickname." Kim Jong Kook countered with a simple statement before letting out a smile and congratulating him again, this time for almost breaking the record.
Jun was a little bit embarrassed about getting praised directly. So, he tried to divert the topic to something else as he wiped down the sweat and sit down to take breaths, "Say, Hyung, why don't you start a Youtube channel?"
Jong Kook was taken aback by the sudden change of topic but nevertheless, he replied with a question, "Youtube channel? Why?"
Jun then explained, "You are considered a fitness expert and everyone knows you love working out. Can't you just upload workout videos every once in a while? Not only it will be helpful to other fitness enthusiasts but it will also help your fans to know your lifestyle. It's similar to how the idols have their own variety shows. Moreover, YT is a trend these days. Many celebrities are opening their channels. Some even donate the earnings…"
"Hmm, now that you mention it, maybe, it's not a bad idea, after all." Jong-Kook's eyes lit up as a thought appeared in his head. And this is how the GYM Jong Kook YT channel was born in this world, a couple of years before the timeline.
While Jong-kook and Jun are chatting about other things while they are indirectly competing on who will make higher weightlifting reps, Dara finished her workout and was about to leave the Gym.
Spotting Kim Jong Kook, she greeted him. Jun also halted for a moment and greeted her. It appeared that she recognized him, although not interested in a conversation. After congratulating Jun, she left the place. Jun didn't care about it and continued his workout.
After finishing with the morning workout, he returned to the dorm, had a shower, and light breakfast before leaving for the headquarters along with his manager as he was summoned.
Entering the CEO's office, Jun found YG and a stranger were sitting before the CEO. He wondered who she might be. Was she another investor? Or perhaps, the company looked for a new manager for him?
Jun used his inspection skill.
***
Birth name: Oh Myung Hee
Legal name: Oh Yeon-Joo
Nationality: South Korean
Position: Manager (Twilight Kpop group)
Height: 166 cm
Weight: 48 kg
Blood type: O
Top 3 Favorite foods: Sweet and Sour Shrimp Ramen, Vanilla ice cream, and Korean fried chicken.
Hobbies: watching baseball
Allergy: Nothing
Cat/Dog person: Dog
***
"Twilight?" Jun was taken aback at first but then, thinking that she might not have any business with him, he walked forward and reached them.
After the usual greetings are over, CEO Hwang introduced the new person. Jun bowed slightly in response, "Hello."
YG then proceeded to say, "Jun-ah, the demo song that you have applied had received a nod from CEO Hwang. You have heard of the Twilight group, right? They debuted a few months ago."
Jun nodded in response. His heart suddenly started to beat fast when a possibility appeared in his mind. But, still, he kept his calm on the outside.
Meanwhile, YG continued, "They are going to have a comeback, next month. As you mentioned that the whole song is ready, we decided to include it in their first mini-album. If possible, finish the recording as quickly as possible as you will get busy with promotions. Don't worry… I will be there with you in case you need help."
"I'm ready to start at any time," Jun spoke with excitement after thanking them.
"Okay then, I will go and bring the idols." Yeon Joo excused herself and left the office.
Jun went into a daze for a moment as an image appeared in his head, "what's going on lately? My mv made a new record, Somi's love was finally out of my life, and now, this…"
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