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Chapter 397 Survive
The trailer for the title song "Spring Day" of "X" is not as grand as the "call me baby" of "E", which was filmed all over the world and deciphered the initials of "E".Like the usual song previews, I selected a chorus and ending harmony with a few shots taken from the MV to make a 52-second preview video.

This is the song preview of the general public in the music industry. The previous "call me baby" can be said to be purely a show off by SM.

Whether you are a fan of XO or a passer-by listener who pays attention to Kpop, they are actually very interested in EXO's comeback mode of releasing songs month by month. Coupled with the excellent performance of the first single album "E", EXO has achieved success in the past. After rejuvenation, there was a lot of heat and discussion. Under such circumstances, the trailer of "X" naturally received a lot of attention. After uploading at [-] o'clock, the webpage was a bit stuck, and countless clicks poured in to watch the trailer.

"A ballad?"

"No way, the first album was so successful, XO's rising momentum is so obvious, and your second album featured a ballad? Did SM really think about it, aren't you kidding?"

After watching the trailer and knowing that the title song "Spring Day" of "X" is a lyrical song, many people immediately expressed their dissatisfaction and surprise, because anyone who knows the peninsula music industry, often pays attention to Kpop, and follows idols I know that there are very few idol groups who choose ballads as the title song, even if there are a few by chance, the results are generally not satisfactory.

But fortunately, the popularity of EXO in March was really frighteningly high, and it also gave the audience general confidence. In addition, they have also released a lot of ballads over the years, "Miracle in December" and won the only weekly crown. The results of "Let It Be Natural" are not bad, and it has some small word of mouth in this regard. Compared with the ridicule of a large number of black fans and the general pessimism of passers-by before the return of "E", this time "X" has a good reputation. More people expressed their expectations.

"Whether it's POP or lyrical, EXO-L will always support, XO will be big!"

"After reading the trailer, I think the melody is good. I hope to continue the popularity and achievements of "Call Me Baby" and even go further."

"In the trailer, the shot of Yuan's black coat with a turtleneck sweater is really amazing! I've already taken a screenshot as a screen saver, and I haven't felt tired after watching it for a month... It's a pity that Yuan returned to his original black hair in this MV. In my heart His most handsome smoky hair color will never be seen again..."

"Why don't the Obamas hold a signing event? What the hell is SM doing? "E" didn't hold a single signing event during the one-month event period, and "X" hasn't announced it yet, and maybe it hasn't... No, SM arranged for Oppas to appear on so many radio stations... It's not like there will be no albums for the next two singles, right? As far as I know, many Allies are not enthusiastic about moving albums because they don't hold autographs. Affects overall sales."

"If we come back on April 4st, then it should be the first stage of "M! Countdown" on the 1nd, right? Isn't this MissA's full frontal collision? That's great! I've been annoyed by this woman Bae Suzy for a long time, and she rubs against "some" every day The heat is really annoying, this time XO fighting! Just hit MissA and let those idiot fans stop coming here!"

"fully support!"

JYP announced MissA's comeback plan in the middle of the month, and announced the teaser video for the title song "only you" on March 3, and also announced that it will release the sound source and MV tomorrow, that is, on the 27th, and on the 30st. Released the album and officially returned, and performed on the first stage on April 31.

The release time was a bit earlier than EXO, but the first stage was on the same day. It can be said that the two groups are completely on the same page.

Allies don't have any opinion on MissA, but many people hate Bae Suzy very much, so the hatred of the house and the black has implicated MissA. It has continued since last year's "some" period and has not been extinguished today. Instead, there is a long-lasting It was a strong feeling, as if the appearance of this name in front of their eyes was a mistake that needed to be attacked and corrected.

Maybe this is a habit.

EXO has basically finished the various schedules related to "E", and started preparations for the comeback of "X" in the past two days. There have been two comeback meetings just to confirm the items and key schedules.

"At 4:1 on April [-]st, the MV and the sound source of the single album "Spring Day" and "El Dorado" will be officially released. At the same time, there will be a press conference for "My Neighbor is EXO". Chanyeol, you need to do it in advance Get ready...Also, some of the leading actors need to record the interview of "My Neighbor Is EXO" tomorrow, and by the way, Jing Yuan, you also need to participate."

In the small conference room on the [-]th floor, manager Lee Seung-hwan held the itinerary in his hand and was talking about and arranging the key itinerary for the comeback in the coming week. All members of EXO and other managers were sitting there and listening carefully.

There is no need to record it, because after the meeting, the manager will send everyone's itinerary to the members themselves by email. They have held this kind of small meeting before comeback many times.

"I'm going too?" Chi Jingyuan hesitated for a moment, pointing at himself as if he had misheard and asked in confusion.

I don’t know if the scenes of him appearing in this web drama add up to 1 minute, and there is even a recorded interview?
"That's right, it's a publicity stunt, it's a special request from the producer." Lee Seung-hwan also found it very interesting, and nodded to confirm with a smile.

"Understood." Chi Jingyuan didn't say any more, and made a gesture to express his understanding.

"On the 1st, Chanyeol and the premiere of the movie "Longevity Chamber of Commerce" don't forget... On April 4nd, we will officially start singing on the first stage of the "M! Countdown" performance."

"Music Bank on April 4rd..."

"Number 5……

Lee Seung-hwan talked about the activities of the first week, and then specifically ordered a very important itinerary: "There will also be a naver live broadcast of "EXO's 8rd Anniversary of Debut" on the 3th, which is very important. The general process and Q&A table are in After confirmation, it will be sent to you immediately. At that time, several rehearsals will be specially organized. Remember to prepare in advance.

"Arathor."

"understood."

Seeing Lee Seung-hwan being so solemn, the members also responded together, and then they became quiet inexplicably, including Chi Jingyuan, who seemed to be trapped in memories.

Before I knew it, it had been three years since EXO debuted.

To be honest, Chi Jingyuan’s memory of EXO’s debut showcase on April 2012th, 4 three years ago is somewhat blurred. Looking back now, apart from the large number of people present at that time, many people kept shouting Apart from his name and his nervousness, I can't think of too many other points.

It was obviously very impressive at the time.

But it's just a little emotion. If they really let them go back to that time three years ago, no one would want to, after all, people want to look forward.

Who would want to go back and be hidden in the snow for such a long time when their brains are flooded.

"There are only so many itineraries confirmed so far, and the company may make temporary cuts according to the situation at that time."

After talking for a while, Lee Seung-hwan made a final conclusion: "Whether we can continue this success depends on the second comeback. Let's all work hard."

"Fighting!"

……

After lunch, I revisited the dances of "El Dorado" and "Spring Day" performed on the first stage of No. 2 in the practice room a few times, and then went to do styling and run a brand promotional event. It was past six o'clock.

Chi Jingyuan sat in the middle of the nanny's car by the window. He didn't participate in the random chats of the people behind him. Instead, he wore headphones and watched the video that had just been uploaded on his phone.

It’s a video of red velvet’s fan-sign event held in Daegu yesterday, on the 28th. The fans present sang the birthday song in unison below, and Pei Zhuxuan was sitting on the signing table and covered his mouth, obviously very moved, holding back After waiting for a while, he finally couldn't hold back his tears, and was comforted by Jin Yilin who was beside him in his arms for a long time before he recovered.

Although Pei Zhuxuan's birthday is actually on the 29th, which is today, but the date is not important at this time, the meaning and simple feelings are the most important.

Chi Jingyuan looked at Pei Zhuxuan who was pulling his hair to cover his eyes on the screen, and at the same time quickly wiped his tears with his hands, and felt a little bit embarrassed in his heart. Based on his understanding of the other party, Pei Zhuxuan was indeed a bit reserved and didn't like to show his feelings to others A character like this, who couldn't help but cry out in front of so many people this time, was indeed really emotional.

Reminiscent of Ryder Beibei’s downfall and embarrassment when he saw fans holding up his sign and couldn’t believe that it was his own meal, and now he returned to his hometown where he was born, surrounded by many fans, sincerely celebrating his birthday The scene, in contrast, makes people feel a sense of elation among the mixed flavors.

Although crying is not very good-looking, but it must be very happy.

Seeing Pei Zhuxuan who was smiling brightly after wiping away his tears and started interacting with fans below in Daegu dialect, Chi Jingyuan blinked and commented inwardly.

The nanny's car was stuck at the intersection for nearly 200 meters and I didn't know how long it would take. After the video ended, Chi Jingyuan checked the time and tapped twice on his phone, watching today's "Inkigayo" live streaming.

The timing of his card was very accurate, and now happened to be the last stage for all the guests to present an award.

In the nearly one month before, most of the groups that returned at this time were actually a little unhappy and complained, because their efforts to return, the response, results and popularity were all covered under "call me baby". The same is true in song shows. Faced with crushing scores, opponents who often overwhelm can't afford any desire to compete.

And after EXO's three consecutive championship graduations officially ended playing songs, other groups that had been overwhelmed and desperate before finally rekindled the flame of thirst for a trophy. Today's "Inkigayo" three one The candidates are solo singer Xu Ge, red velvet and girl group Davichi.

As expected, after the scores were made public, the MC announced that a trophy was won by Ryder Babe's "ice cream cake".

And red velvet has been looking forward to it for so many days, and finally after their brother group EXO finished playing songs, they ushered in their first song playing show since their debut.

The sky filled with ribbons floated down, and Pei Zhuxuan, who was the captain who needed to give a speech, seemed to be a little stunned for a while, and then started to hold the microphone and start speaking after a few seconds, but it was obvious that her emotions were far more agitated and turbulent than her expressions, As soon as I opened my mouth, I said the word 'inside' several times, and my eyes switched back and forth irregularly between the camera and the fans in the audience, as if I didn't know where I should look.

After finally relieving herself, she began to thank Li Xiuman for her long-prepared testimonial, but when she spoke, her eyes were clearly shining, and she kept blinking, as if she was trying to prevent some crystals from falling.

And Park Soo-young next to her didn't care at all, one of them burst into tears as soon as the result came out, crying out of shape on the stage.

Jin Yelin, who has not joined for a long time, does not seem to have the deep feelings of several O'Neills. She smiled and looked left and right, comforting Park Xiurong, and at the same time reaching out to say hello to the fans in the audience from time to time.

And Jiang Seulqi stared blankly at the ground, with her mouth slightly open, wondering what she was thinking for a while, Sun Shengwan tilted his head and smiled and looked at Pei Zhuxuan who was giving his speech, but his hands were clasped together in front of him, smiling Not as sunny as usual.

Obviously, the emotions of these two people at this time are extremely complicated, and it is impossible to explain clearly in a few words.

But after all, it is a very happy thing. During the encore stage after the testimonials, every member laughed brightly. While singing on the stage, they performed their first encore encore in their lives with a bit of youthful demeanor. But on the stage, the joy on his body can't wait to jump out of his face and float on the stage to encore with them.

Seeing this scene, Chi Jingyuan licked the corner of his mouth and laughed, feeling happy for Pei Zhuxuan, Jiang Seulqi, and Sun Shengwan.

They also survived.

"Congratulations!"

Chi Jingyuan swiped across the screen, sent a text message to several groups of people, then put the phone in his pocket, took off the earphones and chatted with the members behind.

Judging from EXO’s experience of getting the first place, red velvet and others will probably have to vent a bit after returning to the backstage, maybe they will hug each other and cry for a while when they get emotional, and then it will take a certain amount of time to comfort each other. If you are busy, you will definitely not reply so quickly.

Sure enough, when the nanny's car arrived at the restaurant's parking lot and Chi Jingyuan and the members got out of the car to go to eat, the replies from several people came.

"Are you watching too? kkkkk hahahaha..."

"Hey hey, we got one too!"

Both Jiang Seulqi and Son Seungwan thanked and expressed their feelings normally, but Pei Zhuxuan was very interesting and just sent an emoticon:
"(Confuse)"

The corner of Chi Jingyuan's mouth twitched, but he repeated it as if he didn't understand the meaning at all: "Congratulations on winning the first place."

"(looks up)"

Another expression came over, and he finally couldn't help laughing out. He didn't deliberately tease him anymore, and typed "Happy Birthday." and sent it over.

"Hmph... (Hook hands)"

Pei Zhuxuan obviously knew that Chi Jingyuan did it on purpose, and after a soft snort of disdain, he followed up: "We probably won't be able to get off work and go back to the dormitory until almost eleven o'clock at night."

Today is Pei Zhuxuan's birthday, but the two of them actually didn't communicate about this topic in advance. Chi Jingyuan never said that they would meet, and Pei Zhuxuan didn't mention it at all.

However, there is no need to explain at this time, the two seem to have a tacit understanding of what the other is thinking.

"understood."

……

After eleven o'clock in the evening, Chi Jingyuan, who had greeted his manager, parked his car in an alleyway south of the red velvet dormitory. After turning off the engine, he took out his mobile phone and sent a text message, and then sat quietly in the driver's seat. seat waiting.

Speaking of the three years since he joined SM, this is the first time for Ji Jingyuan to celebrate Bae Joohyun's birthday. Although they had known each other last year, he was too busy to be there, so he just asked Jiang Seulqi to pass it on. A gift I bought at random.

I didn't expect such a big change in just one year, which is really interesting.

After waiting for a long time, I finally saw a not-so-tall figure wearing a baseball cap and a mask, walking quickly towards this side with his familiar walking posture. At the side, Chi Jingyuan unlocked the co-driver's door lock at the right time, and the handle on the outside of the door also popped out from the embedded state.

"Why are you so slow, Irene xi?"

As the car door was closed with a 'bang' sound, Chi Jingyuan's gaze also turned to Pei Zhuxuan who was sitting in the co-driver, and he tilted his head and joked narrowly.

But speaking of this kind of special gull-wing door, she is quite familiar with opening and closing the door, and I don't know if she did her own research in private.

The golden ponytail is hanging on the back of the head and sticking to the back of the chair, and there are a few air bangs scattered on the smooth forehead. Pei Zhuxuan's hairstyle tonight is the same as her in "ice cream cake" and the family singing a few days ago It'll be pretty much the same, just with a sweater hoodie and light-colored slacks, and a pair of stubborn flats.

She seemed to have removed some makeup before she came, but her originally delicate face looked a little plain at this time, with a feeling of lilies under the light rain. When the car was dyed with a trace of warmth, it also brought A refreshing fragrance.

"Why do you call it that?" Pei Zhuxuan first propped his eyes and looked around the surrounding interior, even though his expression was not obvious, but his eyes were obviously curious, and he tapped the door on the car door a few times cutely. Press the button, then turned his head and looked at Chi Jingyuan with blinking eyes.

She directly ignored the other party's first half sentence of "why so slow", and did not mention at all that she tied her golden shawl hair into a ponytail before she came out, and at the same time combed the bangs that were originally scattered in front of her forehead to both sides, facing After looking in the mirror for a while, he found an excuse to leave the dormitory.

Women's senses are very keen. During the recent infrequent interactions with each other, she has obviously noticed which of the several looks she returned this time is the most eye-catching in the heart of the person next to her.

"After all, Irene xi is now the captain of the popular girl group red velvet, who has already won the first place in song playing. Of course, I have to respect it."

Chi Jingyuan and her looked at each other, shrugged his shoulders and said exaggeratedly.

"Cut..." Pei Zhuxuan first snorted disdainfully, but although Chi Jingyuan's words were exaggerated, the joy of winning the first place today reappeared, and she couldn't help laughing very quickly, and didn't cover her eyes. Mouth, the small white teeth are very conspicuous.

Through the screen, I can only empathize a little bit, but when I am close at hand, I can really feel the vitality and liveliness of Pei Zhuxuan who is reddened by her career at this time.

"By the way...Although it seems to have been said before, let's say it again...Happy birthday."

With a relaxed tone, Chi Jingyuan opened the shoulder bag next to him, took out a sealed jewelry box from it, and casually handed it to the person next to him:
"Gift……"

(End of this chapter)