[198] Shining Brilliantly (2)

American Academy of Record Arts and Sciences.

NARAS president Richard played a certain song repeatedly throughout the day.

Just one week before the Grammy Awards.

Even when I was busy, I always listened to music.

Soon, the chairman called the secretary without stopping the music he was listening to.

“Frank, go to my room for a second.”

-Yeah. President.

Listening to a song sung by five girls from the Orient.

Why does this song remind me of a great artist’s masterpiece?

‘… Jackson.’

Obviously the chord progression was different, the session was different.

The only difference is that they both have a theme of horror.

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Knock, Knock-

At that time, as soon as the secretary opened the door, the chairman opened his mouth.

“Frank, the voting results are out.”

“Oh, you mean the results of the popular vote?”

“Yes, that!”

“We finished counting this morning.”

“Come on, bring it.”

“Yes. Chairman.”

Richard has worked his entire life to put public scores on awards ceremonies.

Issues of racism and genre discrimination.

It’s at the stage of trying to change now.

The Grammy Awards were as controversial as their grand scale.

‘Never again in my time…’

I won’t let the artists do anything unfair.

“Frank, there’s a song I often listen to these days.”

“Yes. Solar’s Horror Sunday.”

“As expected, I know. There’s a song that comes to mind when I hear this song.”

“Perhaps…”

A masterpiece of the greatest dance singer in human history.

“I won eight awards for that song.”

“Yes, that’s right.”

It was very popular then.

However, the same artist did not win the award the following year.

Even though they had almost similar results and released perfect songs for the public.

It was eliminated in all six categories for which it was nominated.

“At the time, I was just an employee.”

“Yes. Chairman.”

“There will never be a racist controversy at the Grammys in the future.”

“… Yeah.”

Richard touched his chin as he looked at the results of the popular vote handed to him by his secretary.

Solar and Hellboy nominated for the Album Award.

Most predicted a landslide victory for the latter.

‘But the popular vote…’

It would make such a difference.

The public mind is like a reed.

It is popular that it changes and circulates every year-, no, every quarter.

The one who captivates the public must be the god of music.

“It makes a big difference.”

“Yes, that’s right.”

“…”

Currently, Solar’s public approval rating far exceeds Hellboy’s.

Of course, the evaluation score of 5,000 judges is more important.

“Frank, do you expect Hellboy to win?”

“Yes. Probably.”

The stereotyped ideas of the judges do not change easily.

So, I tried to infuse young and diverse blood into the judging panel.

‘This year is the last year of my tenure…’

Latino-Hispanic, dark-skinned, has risen to this position.

Will she be able to break her chronic bad habit before she retires?

“I think there will be a twist this year.”

“Yeah?”

Wouldn’t it be time for that to come to fruition?

“You’ll know when you see it.”

The results of the popular vote displayed on Richard’s monitor.

He used his precious vote on the girls.

[Solar ★]

* * *

A new song composed by Diana.

「Horror Sunday」 Proved Solar’s class once more.

It took No. 1 on the Billboard charts at once and reached the top of the world.

“Yes, let’s go.”

“Yes. Brother.”

Yeji and Suho headed to the underground parking lot.

Although I am very busy preparing for the Grammy Awards stage.

The Merid Couple is also a popular show.

The two got into the car and went to the wedding shop.

“Yeji-ya, how’s practice these days?”

“You’re doing great.”

“I’m glad.”

A new song to go on the Grammy stage.

The response from various music sites was hotter than ever.

Yeji glanced at her boyfriend’s face and smiled at her.

‘From the beginning…’

You were planning for the Grammy Awards.

Experts’ opinion of Solar’s overwhelming lead in the popular vote.

Without the box office success of the new song, there would not have been such a tight battle.

“Yes.”

“Yeah?”

Yeji came back to her senses and had a conversation with Suho.

“Grammy Awards, I was invited too.”

“Oh, really!?”

“Yeah. I guess they were classified as celebrities because of the Merid couple.”

“Wow, then I’ll go in with you when you enter!”

“It’s okay.”

“Absolutely!”

Every time she went to the awards ceremony, she felt sorry for going without the representative.

Solar’s father.

His current boyfriend is his.

Does it make sense that the main producer who produced Solar is missing?

“Brother.”

“Yes?”

Yeji watched him from the side and opened her mouth.

“If only we win the album award.”

“Then it’s the best.”

“Then can I do whatever I want with my acceptance speech?”

“What are you going to say?”

“It’s a secret.”

“…”

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Kiki-Ik-

Just like that, Suho stops the car at a traffic light and turns his head.

“Yes.”

“Yeah?”

“It tickles the back of the head.”

“…”

Yeji scratched the back of Suho’s head instead.

“Whatever you want to say, do as you like.”

“Thanks.”

“Thank you.”

She smiled bashfully and looked out of her window.

Until the navigation announces her arrival at her destination.

After a while,

The wedding shop was crowded with broadcasting equipment, production crew, and staff.

Jiu and the staff had already arrived and were waiting.

“Sakura Designer…!?”

“Yeji-san, it’s been a while.”

The chief designer of the brand Geoll greeted us warmly.

‘A person who is so busy…!’

I heard she has a full three-year schedule.

Still, knowing that I like the Zeol brand.

Yeji looked at her own boyfriend with her moved expression.

Manager Eom gave a hint.

Everything was prepared by her guardian brother.

“Yeji, are you crying!?”

“I’m not crying.”

“Yeji, I have a runny nose.”

“Oh, yes.”

He gently wiped the dew from her eyes.

Soon, Sakura slowly opened her mouth.

“Because CEO Jeong requested a special production of a wedding dress.”

“Is that so too?”

“Of course.”

Yeji looked at CEO Jung with her lovely eyes.

“Thank you, brother.”

“It was Jiyu, not me.”

“Lies are cute too.”

“…”

From the time she first took on the road at the Q & G label.

She is the one who has always believed in and guided Solar.

“Now, everyone. Don’t do this here.”

Sakura took Yeji’s hand and led her to the fitting room.

“First, look at the dress and think about it.”

“Yes!”

An off-the-shoulder pure white dress that exposed the shoulders.

Isn’t it the only wedding dress in the world?

In the slim line, elegant and noble charm was felt.

“Sakura-san, your clothes are so pretty!”

“Shall we try it on?”

“Yes, I like it.”

Yeji excitedly changed her clothes.

She even puts on a veil with the help of a designer.

Rumbling-

The curtains blocking the groom’s waiting room and fitting room were removed.

Yeji looked at her boyfriend with a soft smile.

“How about it?”

“Ah…”

Suho is speechless and unable to say anything.

He opened his mouth very slowly.

“It’s an industry award.”

Yeji smiled broadly and responded to his words.

“Me too.”

The two looked at each other without caring about the production team.

Like those who have no intention of hiding the fact that they are a real couple.

As if there are only two of us in this world.

* * *

According to the ceremony schedule.

Luna and all the Eclipse members gathered in America.

All members except for Beyonce, who featured, gathered.

Since there were a lot of people, the number of family members was also enormous.

The management, hair, makeup, coordination, and choreography teams that came together.

How successful was Sky Enter in that short amount of time?

‘I just ran looking straight ahead.’

No, did you just look at the back of the head and run?

Right away, Horror Sunday alone gained sensational popularity around the world.

I didn’t enter the Grammy this year, so I can’t directly affect the award.

Still, because the popular vote helped.

‘Maybe maybe…’

Could a miracle happen?

I feel like the back of my head is tickling.

‘Oh, but…’

Since I came to America, I should also meet Diana’s parents.

It’s so hard to find time to say hello over the phone.

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Knock, Knock-

Just then, someone knocked on the door of the office.

“CEO.”

Team leader Koo took the members and stopped by the representative office.

“Everyone has arrived safely.”

“Thanks for your efforts.”

“Yes. CEO.”

The team leader also helped me diligently after leaving Friends.

“Manager.”

“Yeah?”

I don’t know when Yeji and dating rumors will spread.

I thought it would be disappointing if I first encountered it through an article.

I thought it was polite to tell the former team leader in advance.

Just be honest.

And plainly.

“I’m dating Yeji.”

Soon, the opponent who opens his eyes wide and looks at me.

Even if I am disappointed, I humbly accept it…

“Congratulations!”

“?”

The reaction is kind of strange.

“The stock price rose 32% as a marriage couple, but you made a big decision in the end.”

“No, it’s not because of the stock price.”

“Wow, raise the stock price and love…!”

“…”

Mary, we dated before filming that.

“Because I’m dating Yeji…?”

“I respect you. CEO.”

“… Thanks.”

In fact, it’s been a long time since I’ve already made an estimate with the back of my head.

Basically, I don’t think it should be disclosed.

‘… It tickles me.’

There was a reverse angle.

Of course, it must be thanks to the “Marriage Couple” Broadcast.

It probably wouldn’t hurt the company.

“CEO, I would like to congratulate you personally as well as the company.”

“Yeah?”

The old team leader, who usually only showed a hard side.

They were older, so there was a moderate sense of distance.

“You two really get along. Seriously.”

“…”

The old team leader cleared his throat a couple of times, perhaps feeling ashamed.

“Hmmm, anyway.”

Soon, the words turned to the awards ceremony schedule.

“Because the CEO was also invited.”

“Oh, yes. That’s right.”

“Geoll sponsored a tuxedo for the CEO to wear.”

“Already?”

“Yes. CEO.”

Solar members should have been busy preparing for the stage by now.

Even though they have become a world-class group, the members do not stop practicing.

Because that teamwork has been firmly established as the name value.

“Are the costumes for the three girl group members ready?”

“Yes. CEO.”

“Let’s go to the practice room now.”

“Ah, yes.”

Soon, I moved to the practice room with team leader Koo Hyun-sik.

Employees who came to the US from Korea are rarely seen.

The members performing choreography to the music of 「Horror Sunday」.

Solar’s skills have far surpassed reverse betrayal.

At least one choreography, a few lines of movement.

‘… It’s annoying.’

He felt a tingling sensation in the back of his head and smiled with satisfaction.

Could Solar rewrite the history of Korean girl groups?

A festival of musicians from all over the world.

The genius girls who won the Grammy Awards and Rookie of the Year last year.

The Solar members found me after the practice stage.

“CEO!”

Yeji ran first and asked me.

“How was our stage?”

“It was great.”

“Really?”

“Yes. Seriously.”

This time I can escort myself.

She is ready to go on the red carpet with Solar.

“Let’s go see the costumes.”

“Yes!”

Solar members’ condition was the best since their debut.

* * *

On the day of the Grammy Awards.

LA’s basketball arena, the Staples Center, where the awards ceremony will be held.

Solar members waited in the van after the rehearsal stage.

“My boyfriend, you look great today.”

“Yes.”

“Yeah?”

I looked at the stinging eyes of the members around me and said.

“… This is Mosol Heaven.”

“Aiko, it’s not me. hehehe.”

“Neither do I.”

“Of course. You’re meeting me!”

“…”

Actually, I’m not in a first relationship. Sorry.

At that time, the organizer’s staff’s autograph fell.

The driver cautiously stepped on the accelerator.

‘It’s the beginning.’

Red carpet officially invited to the Grammy Awards.

Of course, I couldn’t help but be nervous.

Soon, Yeji held her hand by her side.

“Trust me and go with me.”

“…”

Drooling-

I couldn’t open my eyes from the bright white light.

Shouts pouring in with the flash baptism of reporters.

“Waaa—!!!!”

“Solar, sola, sola!”

The cheering of the solar fans was similar to the enthusiasm during the solo concert.

Starting with Eun-seo, who comes down first with haughty steps.

Joo-hee stretches and raises her hand to the reporters.

Diana and Somi, the youngest members of the line holding each other’s hands.

“It’s our turn.”

“Let’s get off.”

I got down first and naturally stretched out my arms.

Yeji walks gently by my side, arms crossed.

At that moment, the sensation that kept me here tickled the back of my head.

At the same time, the unstable mind disappeared like a lie.

Because the feeling of anxiety I feel is always an illusion.

I can’t say he’s the most successful producer in the entertainment industry yet.

Tuck, Tuck—

He walked past the reporters with a confident step.

Soon, the four members looked back before climbing the stairs.

They silently waited for Yeji and I following behind.

I climbed the stairs one by one in line with the members.

“You’re nervous, sir.”

“Me? Isn’t it?”

Jean Fox’s mischievous glance crossed his other arm.

“I guess that’s right.”

“Because it’s not.”

Soon, cheers pouring from outside the fence.

“Waaa!!”

“Solar, sola, sola!”

“Suho, Suho, Suho!”

He raised his hand as if in response to the cheers of the audience.

Eventually, she climbed to the top of the stairs and stood in the photo zone.

“Please look here!”

“Hello! Guardian boat!”

“I’ll take a picture of this one too!”

“…”

Unlike the Solar members who naturally look for the camera, they barely looked at the camera.

Some reporters pointed their cameras at me and asked questions.

“I was nominated for an album award today, so please tell me how you feel!”

“I hope for good results.”

“With Yeji through the marriage couple that has become a hot topic these days…!”

“Waaa—!!!”

I couldn’t hear the next reporter’s question.

Because of the monthly artists who are coming next in order.

Hellboy, monster singers who chew up billboards appeared.

“Wow, Hellboy.”

“I’m a fan too.”

Diana and Somi show off their fandom.

Eunseo opened her mouth, frowning at her.

“Guys, pretend you’re not a fan.”

“Why.”

“Gao, you’re hurt.”

“…”

Right. Celebrities come and go.

“Eunseo has become a celebrity.”

“Sure. I learned it from her grandmother.”

“She’s learned well.”

Then, the moment they tried to vacate their seats before they came up.

“Hello, Solar!”

“Wow, Solada!!”

“Go with me!”

The Hellboy hyungs enthusiastically called us.

“Diana, Somi. I also read the survival diary. It’s amazing,hahahaha.”

“Really?”

“Great.”

The maknaes forget Eunseo’s advice and put on a happy face.

Joo-hee has already had a protein conversation with one of Helchang-hyung.

“Ehh…”

Eunseo sighed and shook her head.

“The King’s Dignity, I enjoyed watching it.”

“… Me?”

“Yes. Miss Eunseo. hahahaha.”

“You know how to watch movies. hahahaha.”

“Sure.”

Eunseo tried to control her expression, but her mouth twitched.

“Yeji, let’s take care of the kids.”

“Yes. Brother.”

Yeji and I led her members into the awards ceremony.

“Somi, what are you doing? Follow me.”

“Oh, wait a minute. I was talking about something important.”

“Leave it and go.”

“Oh no!”

So-mi became a wallcle, but she was still the same.

After a while,

The moment Solar entered, the eyes of world stars were focused.

Aren’t you the artist who currently tops the billboard?

We took our assigned seats with light steps.

Luna and Eclipse members who arrived early and were seated greeted me warmly.

‘Center, you can see how burdensome it is.’

Three girl groups, each wearing pretty dresses and showing off their beautiful figure.

It received the attention of superstars around the world at the front and rear tables.

A look mixed with challenging eyes and anticipation.

It was an awards ceremony where various emotions gathered.

At that time, a familiar person approached me from the seat next to me and shook my hand.

“Mr. Finn Brown.”

Producers who directly participate in album production.

It was natural for him to be here too.

“Congratulations on the nomination for the Album Award.”

“Thank you.”

After the greeting, Eunseo slightly narrowed her brows.

“Some of them are arguing.”

“This is America.”

“That’s why we are the target of check.”

“Right.”

Somi shrugged her shoulders and looked backstage.

“Hey, look at us and wave.”

“Yes. Who is it?”

“Who is it?”

Somi opened her mouth in a low voice.

“It’s kind of like cat-calling. Just ignore it.”

“Looks like a stage staff?”

“This is America.”

“…”

No, Somi is how strong her prejudice against her America is.

“That person…”

Diana glanced at him and opened her mouth.

“He’s my father.”

“Oh yeah!!!”

Eclipse Emma waved her hand and said hello to him.

“… It must have been your father.”

“Yes. You are the sound staff.”

“…”

Soon, Somi nodded her head and said.

“Meow. I think he calls us cutely.”

“Somi, it’s ugly.”

“Meow.”

Soon after, the curtain of the Grammy Awards rose.

Applause poured in as the MC appeared.