Peninsula: The Best Actor Starts from an Idol Battleground

Chapter 80 Is LG my family's?

After Choi Jin and Kim Min-soo left the meeting room, the two people inside exchanged a glance.

A smug smile appeared in Park Tae-won's eyes.

Li Zhixing leaned back and chuckled.

But then, he looked at Park Tae-won seriously.

"Chief, let's debut."

Park Tae-won was stunned for a moment.

Li Zhixing said in a serious tone, "With your imposing presence and acting skills just now, I will not approve of not awarding you the Blue Dragon Award this year."

Park Tae-won laughed and retorted, "Nonsense, who's acting with you?"

"I do think SM is really going too far."

As he spoke, Park Tae-won frowned and let out a cold snort.

"Let their stock price drop by half again and they'll behave."

Then, Park Tae-won glanced at him and asked with interest:

"However, although the new plan you just mentioned is somewhat risky, it does sound quite feasible."

"This doesn't seem like a last-minute idea. What, are you really planning to replace him?"

After thinking about it carefully, Li Zhixing said, "Girls' Generation can't be replaced. Replacing them with Kim Jaejoong and the other two is too risky. LG doesn't need to get involved in this controversy."

"TVXQ's influence is too great. If we really do that, GG itself will be overshadowed by public opinion."

"As for f(x), if SM still refuses to make changes, especially if that visual director continues to mess things up, then we must retain the alternative plan."

Park Tae-won gave Lee Ji-haeng a half-smile.

"That's your sister's group, are you really willing to part with it?"

Li Zhixing said, half-laughing and half-crying, "How can business cooperation be based solely on personal relationships? What kind of person does the department head take me for?"

Park Tae-won nodded with satisfaction.

"good."

Park Tae-won paused, then asked, "Judging from your conversation just now, you and Choi Jin had a conflict before?"

Li Zhixing nodded.

"We had an unpleasant encounter once, and I don't quite agree with his way of doing things."

"However, given differing stances, it's inherently difficult for artists' families and companies to maintain harmony."

Park Tae-won nodded thoughtfully.

"Don't worry, that guy won't have it easy from now on."

Li Zhixing was taken aback for a moment, then quickly said:

"No need, Chief."

"I can handle Choi Jin's situation myself. This time, let SM bleed a lot more money. There's no need to focus our energy on a manager."

Park Tae-won shook his head and said seriously:

"It's certain that SM will back down, but we can't let this matter of offending you go so easily."

"What's the difference between offending you and offending my husband?"

"No."

Lee Ji-haeng looked at Park Tae-won with a somewhat absurd expression.

"The way you're saying that makes it sound like my husband is mine."

Park Tae-won paused for a moment.

Then, he suddenly smiled and said, "Speaking of which, Zhixing, you really are my lucky star."

"Um?"

Li Zhixing looked at him with a puzzled expression.

Park Tae-won said with a smile, "Two years ago, not long after you joined the company, I was promoted to department head."

"Now that you're leaving LG Ad, I'm about to be promoted to board member."

"what?"

Lee Ji-haeng was taken aback, then smiled with delight: "Then congratulations, Director Park."

Park Tae-won raised an eyebrow with a hint of smugness.

At that moment, Park Tae-won's phone rang.

He glanced down at it, turned it off, and casually tossed the phone back onto the conference table.

Li Zhixing glanced at the still-lit screen out of the corner of his eye; the name displayed was Kim Young-min.

Park Tae-won smiled and said to Lee Ji-haeng, "I'll handle the rest. You can go out and prepare for filming."

Li Zhixing nodded and walked towards the door.

When he reached the door, he stopped, turned to look at Park Tae-won, pursed his lips, and then bowed deeply to him.

"Thank you for your care and support over the past two years, Minister."

"I will always remember this kindness."

Park Tae-won smiled slightly.

He then walked up to Li Zhixing with some emotion and patted him on the shoulder.

"Don't overthink it. Even if you don't film GG anymore, come back to the company often."

The phone on the table rang again.

Park Tae-won waved his hand.

"Alright, go ahead."

......

When Li Zhixing walked out of the conference room, everyone's eyes were on him.

This applies to Girls' Generation, f(x), and even the on-site staff.

This includes Choi Jin, the manager who was on the phone, looking pale from being scolded, and repeatedly bowing and apologizing.

After the two agents came out first, Choi Jin was busy making phone calls to report, while Kim Min-soo had already given a general account of what happened in the meeting room.

Now everyone on set knows that LG may be changing its spokesperson.

It's not just f(x) that has problems; Girls' Generation could also be replaced.

It was Li Zhixing himself who came up with this idea.

So after Li Zhixing came out, the entire studio fell silent.

Li Zhixing ignored everyone's gaze and leisurely walked to his seat.

His face was expressionless.

Even though those from SM Entertainment had many questions, they didn't dare to approach and ask.

Krystal Jung instinctively wanted to walk towards Li Zhixing.

She had only taken half a step when Jessica glared at her, so she quickly retreated.

After Lee Ji-haeng sat down, before Hwang Dong-hyuk could say anything, Yoon Sung-ho, the youngest member of the filming crew, came over.

"Boss, are we really going to change Girls' Generation's endorsement?"

"Girls' Generation is the most popular girl group right now, shouldn't you reconsider?"

Li Zhixing glanced at him sideways.

"What, you're not happy with replacing your idol?"

Yin Chenghao said with a forced smile, "How could I dare? I just feel it's a bit of a pity, considering how much preparation we've put in."

As he spoke, he straightened up and glared angrily at the two agents.

"You idiots, you think you can mess with my boss...?"

Before he could finish speaking, Li Zhixing kicked him in the butt.

"How dare you say such a thing? Get out of here!"

Watching the maknae run away clutching his butt, Hwang Donghyuk was both amused and exasperated.

Li Zhixing glanced at him and asked with a smile, "Isn't Donghe-ge curious?"

Hwang Dong-hyuk rolled his eyes.

"What's there to be curious about? At this point in time, can a spokesperson be changed so easily?"

"It's nothing more than forcing SM to make concessions and bleed a little."

Li Zhixing shook his head.

This kind of thing can't be hidden from discerning people.

He glanced at Choi Jin, who was still on the phone.

In some ways, he really is a stupid pig.

At that moment, Hwang Dong-hyuk leaned closer and whispered, "Sometimes I wonder, did you save the department head's life?"

"We've taken care of you as a temporary worker at LG Ads for two years, and now for this shoot, we've even come all the way over the weekend to support you."

"You... sigh..."

"Fortunately, the minister came, otherwise it would have been really difficult to handle."

Li Zhixing glanced at him, puzzled.

"I had already spoken to the department head and asked him to come today."

Hwang Dong-hyuk was stunned.

After a long pause, she asked, somewhat distraught, "You knew all along that something would go wrong?"

Li Zhixing nodded as if it were the most natural thing in the world.

Hwang Dong-hyuk was stunned for a moment before he finally realized what was going on.

Then, he suddenly moved his chair a few steps to the side, distancing himself from Li Zhixing.

"Oh my god, I'll never mess with you again. You're too cunning. I didn't even know I was being betrayed by you."

"It's too late, Donghyuk hyung, you've already crossed me."

"What?"

"..."

About twenty minutes later, Park Tae-won finally came out of the meeting room.

His face returned to its usual expressionless state, devoid of any emotion.

He walked to the filming area and nodded to Li Zhixing.

Although he remained expressionless, Li Zhixing still caught a glimpse of a smile in his eyes.

It seems the minister is quite satisfied with the results this time.

"Continue filming."

After leaving those words, Park Tae-won looked towards the waiting area.

He ignored Choi Jin and instead pointed at Kim Min-soo.

"Call the members of both groups over here."

Soon, the members of Girls' Generation and f(x) stood properly in front of Park Tae-won, looking like they were waiting to be lectured.

Park Tae-won's expression softened slightly.

"There was a slight hiccup before, but it's been resolved for now."

"The other matters are between LG and SM; you don't need to concern yourself with them."

"What you need to do is cooperate with Director Li and make the music video a success."

"I will follow Director Li Zhixing's arrangements regarding everything related to the music video shoot."

Everyone looked at Li Zhixing.

Li Zhixing stood to the side expressionlessly.

Then, Park Tae-won seemed to have thought of something else.

A mocking smile appeared on his face.

"Don't let down the director who helped you get this endorsement."

"He even replaced Kim Tae-hee, tsk tsk."

After saying that, Park Tae-won shook his head with a sigh.

Li Zhixing was stunned.

Both groups were stunned.

Even Kim Min-soo and Choi Jin, who was standing not far away, looked at Lee Ji-haeng in shock.

Did Lee Ji-hsing secure these endorsements from Girls' Generation and f(x)?

The two groups got into a commotion, and even the order of the team couldn't be maintained.

Everyone in Girls' Generation looked at Jessica.

Choi Soo-young quickly grabbed her and asked, "Jessica, is it true?"

Jessica looked bewildered.

"I don't know."

On the f(x) side, everyone was also looking at Krystal Jung.

After a brief moment of distraction, Krystal Jung proudly raised her head.

"Otherwise, what did you think our debut gift would be?"

The group suddenly remembered that on the day of their debut, Li Zhixing had said he would give them a debut gift.

So that's what it is.

Kim Min-soo stood there, stunned, wishing he could slap himself.

I'm so damn stupid.

Li Zhixing snapped out of his daze and instantly broke down.

He looked at Park Tae-won in disbelief.

"Minister? How dare you lead the way in spreading rumors?"

He then stepped forward, took Park Tae-won's arm, and led him outside.

"Now that you've finished speaking, let's get going, Chief, we need to start filming."

After finally seeing off the cunning old man, the department head, Li Zhixing stood before the two groups again.

Seeing their excited, inquisitive, and somewhat skeptical looks, Li Zhixing said in an annoyed tone:

"Why are you looking at me like that? Is LG my family's company? Do you think I can just choose whoever I want to be the spokesperson for?"

"What idiot would believe this?"

"Girls' Generation is going to touch up their makeup now, so we're ready to start filming."

"Are you still looking at me? Didn't you hear me? Go touch up your makeup."

After Girls' Generation left, laughing and joking with various expressions, Lee Ji-haeng looked at Kim Min-soo.

Kim Min-soo shuddered.

"Director Li, don't worry, the dance has already started to be rearranged, and the makeup and costumes will also be readjusted. This time, I guarantee you will be satisfied."

Li Zhixing nodded and didn't say anything more.

"Keep in touch and stop giving me the runaround."

Kim Min-soo nodded hurriedly.

Who would dare to be perfunctory now?

It seems the fire didn't reach him this time; the higher-ups haven't called him yet, and he now wishes he could worship Li Zhixing.

Li Zhixing glanced at the f(x) group, who were still standing in the same spot.

They definitely won't be able to film today; they'll be leaving with Kim Min-soo later.

Li Zhixing frowned and asked, "Will we still arrange an itinerary for them this morning?"

Kim Min-soo nodded.

"There might be a last-minute change of plans; I'll check it out later."

"But don't worry, it will definitely not delay the rehearsals for the new dance."

Li Zhixing looked at him.

"Is it absolutely necessary to plan a trip?"

"Has f(x) never had a break since their debut?"

Kim Min-soo was taken aback.

"You mean...?"

Li Zhixing ignored him and instead smiled, turning to wave at Zheng Xiujing, who was staring at him expectantly.

"Soojung, come here."

Krystal Jung immediately ran over excitedly.

As soon as Krystal saw Oppa's smile, she knew something good was going to happen.

Sure enough, Li Zhixing took out his wallet, pulled out a wad of cash, and stuffed it directly into Zheng Xiujing's hand.

"Go back and get some rest first, then we'll have a big meal with your unnies at noon."

"Postpone any last-minute plans to the afternoon!"

"yeah!"

Krystal cheered and turned back to show off the money in her hand to the other members.

The members all showed their joy.

Unexpectedly, Li Zhixing not only helped them get a half-day off, but also treated them to a big meal.

Lee Ji-hsing then shouted to Krystal Jung, who had already returned to the group and was laughing and joking with the other members:

"Go back and remove your makeup right away, and so does Zhenli."

"It looks awful."

Choi Sulli looked embarrassed.

Krystal Jung turned around and made a face at him.

Jessica, who was having her hair styled by a stylist in the distance, snorted coldly.

"We maintain our relationship by giving each other pocket money every day."

"That good-for-nothing Krystal is all about money."

Upon hearing this, Lim Yoona said with a grin, "Unnie, let's go ask for some later too."

Jessica rolled her eyes at her.

There was something on my mind that I didn't say aloud.

In what capacity did you ask for it?

……

Li Zhixing sat back in his director's chair.

Hwang Dong-hyuk sighed.

"Filming is finally about to begin."

This trivial matter has taken up the whole morning.

Although Li Zhixing was the one who initiated this matter, the result was even better than he had expected.

But he was still incredibly annoyed.

I just wanted to make a simple music video, why is it so difficult?

Li Zhixing turned his gaze toward Girls' Generation.

"If the filming doesn't go smoothly later, hmph..."

Hwang Donghyuk followed Lee Ji-haeng's gaze and said, "It can't be that bad. Although I've never filmed them, I've heard that Girls' Generation's professional skills have always been top-notch."

"Or rather, the artists under SM Entertainment are all quite talented."

"I hope so."

Li Zhixing did not look away.

"But shooting my music video isn't just about having good lighting."

Just then, Cui Zhen walked forward, looking somewhat lost and dejected.

His back was slightly hunched, and he looked as if all his energy had been drained away.

The previous air of having everything under control was gone.

He forced a smile and said, "Director Li, I need to go back to the company."

"Other managers will be coming over later to take over Girls' Generation's work."

Li Zhixing glanced at him.

There was no particular expression on his face.

"Okay, I understand."

Cui Zhen nodded, then turned and left.

Li Zhixing watched his hunched back.

It's unlikely we'll ever see this person again.

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