Chapter Forty-One: That’s It

on's countdown, he raised his thumb and waved to the camera."Oh, he's so handsome!..." Jung Eon-ji laughed and clapped her hands, and the staff behind her followed suit.Kim Jun-myeon, on behalf of EXO...While listening to Park Ja-hyeon's introduction, Ji Kyeong-won was also thinking for himself, and trying to connect these play titles and script information with some fragments he had seen in his dreams.

After flipping through for a long time, Pu Zai Xian also eloquently introduced it for quite a while. He clearly felt somewhat exhausted from speaking, and took a sip of coffee.

The data is indeed quite comprehensive, listing upcoming TV dramas from several major television stations in the next few months. It also specifies the cast, director, and screenwriter for each drama. Notably, highly anticipated large-scale productions have been singled out with a dedicated standard and accompanied by a brief evaluation.

It can be seen that this document was prepared with great care.

Ji Jingyuan had always just been listening, occasionally asking a question, but never giving a precise reply.

"What about this one"

Just as Park Jaehyun was sipping his coffee, eagerly waiting for Ji-gyeong to confirm, the latter suddenly pointed at a page in the document and asked.

This drama is titled "Reply 1997".

"This isn't a drama from one of the three major television networks, it's from tvN cable network. The production company is CJE&M, which is also a company we have a good relationship with."

"However, the main creative members of this drama crew are all from variety shows. They have no experience in producing television dramas. Although Li Minghan, the person in charge, has produced a very popular variety show, he is still a newcomer in the film and television industry and has not been recognized by the industry and the public. Moreover, the overall production cost is not high, it's not a production worth looking forward to."

Upon seeing this name, Park Jae-hyun furrowed his brow and introduced it.

"Has the cast been decided"

Chi Jingyuan was still looking at the data, without raising his head.

"Neither the male nor female lead has been confirmed yet, it seems like casting has run into quite a few problems. However, the supporting roles seem to have been decided on for the most part." Park Jae-hyun recalled.

"Can I have the male lead's spot"

"Uh... Apparently, the male lead requested that it be in Busan dialect."

Park Jae-hyun felt that something was amiss and cautiously replied.

“This is something I can learn. My language aptitude is very good. What about the others”

"That shouldn't be a problem, this drama is a small production anyway, it wasn't well-received within the industry to begin with, and Lee Min Han PD previously worked at KBS, we can…"

"That'll do, get me in touch with them." Qi Jingyuan closed the file and didn't look at it again.

"Park Jae-hyeon was a little speechless. He hadn't even considered this drama, but seeing Ji-seong's expression, he didn't say much, just asked:"

"Jingyuan, are you sure"

"Yes," Chi Jingyuan nodded, without explaining further.

"Okay, I'll reach out. Get ready for your audition these next two days."

Park Jae-hyun nodded, without asking any further questions.

Although he didn't understand, he still followed Chi Jingyuan's opinion as the main point. At most, he would offer some suggestions.

Since Pool Jingyuan has already made his decision, he naturally wouldn't say much.

After finishing their business, the two chatted for another ten minutes before saying goodbye to each other. Park Bo-gum went on to focus on his upcoming engagements.

While Chi Jingyuan put on a mask and slowly walked out of the coffee shop.

Today he didn't feel like practicing at all, and there were no commercials to film. He had a completely free day.

After some thought, Chi Jingyuan was ready to head back to his dorm and play some games.

His Monster Hunter progress has been stuck at a boss for quite a while now. He hasn't had much time to play lately.

It's May now, the temperature has just started to rise and it's not very hot yet, but girls on the street have mostly put on short skirts and shorts, vying to show off their charm.

From the cross street of Cheongdam Station to Galleria Department Store, the street is lined with various brand fashion stores. Each storefront sign indicates its own expensive price and high-end taste.

From the street leading from Cheongdam Station, turning onto a small path, the bustling noise just moments ago had suddenly subsided.

The alleys are mostly lined with small shops selling not big brands, but rather ordinary clothes and some replicas. There are also some snacks and drinks.

Chi Jingyuan, wearing a mask, walked quickly.

He's not famous enough to be recognized even with a mask.

Despite not being particularly outstanding, his physique and demeanor still drew quite a few eyes, especially groups of students holding drinks. Whenever they passed him, they would all turn to look back.

That's really noticeable.

Walking along, Chi Jingyuan's pace slowed and his gaze fell upon a beverage shop by the roadside.

A girl in a short-sleeved shirt and shorts, with her hair tied up in a ponytail, is currently standing in front of the store. She is pointing at several samples on the advertisement board and talking to the salesperson about something.

This side profile of the scenery immediately made him recognize it.

It is Ginger Sheqi.

They haven't seen each other since they last ate a meal together.

Just a few days after finishing our meals, we officially debuted. After debuting, the schedule was hectic, and there was a clear dividing line between debuted idols and trainees. It was difficult to meet unless it was scheduled or by chance.

This time it was just a coincidence.

"Ginger, you rascal!"

Ji Jingyuan chuckled lightly, walked to Jiang Sheqi's side, and patted her gently.

"Oh, my."

The sudden voice clearly startled her. Jiang Sheqi's whole body trembled and she looked over to the side.

"Pool..."

Seeing Chi Jingyuan wearing a mask, she was stunned for a moment before recognizing him. A smile bloomed on her face and his name slipped out of her mouth.

But halfway through, she stopped. She remembered that Chi Jingyuan had already debuted, so it wasn't good to shout his name directly here.

"What a coincidence, buying a drink"

Chi Jingyuan's expression was unclear, but his eyes were curved and he looked quite happy.

"And, by the way, bring a few cups back for my friends,"

Ginger Shiba nodded and then asked, "What would you like to drink I'm treating you today."

"Well, maybe not. I just had coffee and..."

“Ginger Shiqi pretended not to hear and ordered another iced mocha from the cashier.”

After clicking, she turned her head and smiled smugly with puffed cheeks.

Chi Jingyuan also fell silent, shaking his head without saying anything.

After waiting for a while, Jiang Sheqi took the drink that the clerk had packed and handed the iced mocha to Chi Jingyuan. Then, the two of them walked towards the direction of ** Company.

Chi Jingyuan had to go back to his dormitory, and he had to pass by ** Company's building on the way. Jiang Shiqi lived on the same route as him.

The two of them deliberately chose the shady spots under the trees along the road, strolling and chatting leisurely.

“It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you, are you that busy after your debut”

After taking a sip of iced coffee, Jiang Sheqi curiously asked.

"Well... we're actually not that busy."

EXO-K's activities are indeed not many.

"Well, then..."

"Today the company just announced that they're putting everything on hold for now. For the next six months, we'll probably only be able to go on some singing shows," Ji Jingyuan shrugged, nonchalantly revealing their group's current predicament.

Ginger was feeling a bit ashamed of herself for asking such a silly question.

"It was expected all along, better to announce it sooner and accept the outcome."

"With a waving hand, Ji-won said nonchalantly, "Putting it on hold doesn't mean giving up on EXO. We'll definitely be making a comeback next year. And the company hasn't restricted individual activities either. I'm actively seeking out other opportunities lately."

Ji-yeong briefly introduced EXO's current situation, without any embarrassment. That's the current state of EXO, even if you don't say anything, everyone already knows.

And you How have you been lately

"Still practicing like before, hoping for a debut every day, nothing has changed..."

Ginger Shiqi gave a brief explanation.

But she quickly felt her tone was a bit down. Saying unhappy things in front of Chi Jingyuan, who had just been put on ice, didn't seem appropriate. With her high emotional intelligence, she immediately began to talk about some amusing anecdotes between the trainees in a cheerful tone.

First released on the Traditional Chinese Novel Networks sister seems to be from 1994 as well, so instead of calling her "sister," she should probably be addressed as a senior.Although this senior was from the same year, Ji Jingyuan didn't have much inter...