When I Opened My Eyes I Was a Superstar - Chapter 17

# 17

Sonata: Reverberate (4)

#Sonata: Reverberate (4)

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“Take this.”

Dowook called Ahn Hyeong-seo separately to one of the empty practice rooms and handed Ahn Hyeong-seo a bag containing a bunch of cream bread.

“what’s this?”

“The fan I met in front of the office earlier told me to pass it on to him. “This is your favorite bread, right?”

Although KK had not yet debuted, some of the members had fans. In front of the office, female students who were fans of Monster or who deliberately liked unpopular trainees would wait for the KK members and give them gifts.

Ahn Hyeong-seo, who had been a trainee for a long time, and Jung Yoon-gi, a former student rapper, had a couple of regular fans with familiar faces.

“okay? Oh, I see. “Thank you…”

Ahn Hyeong-seo, who felt awkward being alone with Do-wook, accepted the bag of bread with firm movements. Still, the fact that a fan gave it to me made me feel a little more at ease. Of course, it was Ahn Hyeong-seo who would always say that the bread was delicious because it was even better.

There were many times when fans gave gifts, but in fact, this bread was bought by Dowook at his request. Ahn Hyeong-seo hasn’t been eating much lately and his face is a little saggy, so Do-wook was worried and asked Oh Baek-ho to buy him some bread.

“Why did I look for it?”

“brother. You seem to have a lot to worry about these days…”

“Oh… no. It’s just… I’m alone. don’t mind!”

Ahn Hyeong-seo also had his own pride as an older brother. I didn’t want to worry Do-wook either. Do-wook also understood Ahn Hyeong-seo’s feelings.

“I too have concerns these days.”

“you? “What are you worried about?”

Ahn Hyeong-seo became puzzled when Do-wook, who seemed to be perfect in everything, said he had a problem.

“The song isn’t as good as I thought.”

“what?! “What should I do if you do that?”

Hyeongseo Ahn cried out in tears.

“What should I do, brother? What are you talking about, bro? “When I first became a member of KK, I felt relieved knowing that I had a brother and that I wouldn’t have to worry about singing.”

“You said that?”

“of course. Not only are you good at singing, but you also have many talents, which are the greatest talents for an idol. Of course, a little later, I actually thought that it would be a tiring opponent to fight for the vocal position in the group… But for now, it is not an internal competition…” Do-wook’s

serious atmosphere made Ahn Hyeong-seo It was overwhelming. I knew he was serious and thoughtful, but I didn’t know he was even thinking like this. I might be honest about it like this again.

“Team is important. “What will happen when our team debuts?”

Hyungseo Ahn was dazed. Everything Dowook said was correct. I was thinking too much about myself.

But at the same time, I was still angry. I know that Do-wook is a hard worker, but Ahn Hyeong-seo has also worked hard. Nevertheless, in front of Do-wook, who had natural talent, all the hours of sweat and effort seemed in vain.

“brother. “I trust you.”

Hyeong-seo Ahn just watched in silence as Do-wook opened the practice room door and left.

And at dawn that day.

Hyung-seo Ahn was tossing and turning in bed all night, thinking over what Do-wook had said. After tossing and turning for a while, he seemed to have fallen asleep.

Ahn Hyeong-seo opened his eyes at the sound of the front door opening. When I habitually checked my phone next to my pillow, it was 5:30 in the morning. The other people were asleep without any sign.

‘Who is it…?’

Since I didn’t think I would be able to sleep again anyway, Ahn Hyeong-seo climbed down the ladder and got off the bed. As I carefully opened the door and went out, I saw the back of me entering the bathroom. It was Dowook.

‘Ah, Dowook was going out for an early morning workout.’

I knew this, but I didn’t know that I was still exercising all the time.

When Do-wook first said he would start exercising early in the morning, Hyung-seo followed him a few times. However, the gap in Do-wook’s course was too large for Hyung-seo to catch up. I tried to follow at least half of it, but Hyungseo soon gave up.

Of course, exercise was not essential for the KK members who were even practicing. However, even while undergoing difficult exercises, Do-wook continued to exercise separately in the early morning every day.

In the dark living room, Hyungseo was sitting silently on the sofa.

After washing up in the bathroom, Do-wook went to the table without finding Ahn Hyeong-seo, turned on the light, and booted up his laptop. With headphones in his ears, Dowook was looking intently at the laptop screen.

‘What are you doing?’

Hyungseo Ahn approached the table. A composition program and program lecture video were running on the laptop screen.

‘…!’

Hyeong-seo Ahn quietly entered the room so as not to disturb Do-wook, who was concentrating.

Lying back on the bed, Hyungseo Ahn blinked. I felt so stupid for a few days. Dowook had been working hard for more than several months, surpassing the efforts he had made for several years.

It wasn’t a question of period. Kang Do-wook felt a sense of resignation that there was nothing he could do even if he was pushed back.

‘And Dowook is right. Now is not the time to keep fellow members in check.’

As I felt a little more at ease, the sleep I hadn’t had in a while poured into me.

‘I couldn’t thank him enough for having a member like that in the same group as me… I acted stupidly. I can’t work any harder….’

Ahn Hyeong-seo fell into a deep sleep, renewing his resolve to work harder like Do-wook.

***

December 31st, just before the sun changes.

Key figures from Hit Entertainment gathered in the director’s office to decide on the overall structure as well as the direction of arrangement of the title song of KK’s first album.

Team leader Lim Seong-an of the new development team who planned KK, team leader Shim Jun of the album production team, production director Heung-jo Kwon, and even composer Yong Soo-cheol. As the four people sat around the conference table in one corner of the director’s room, I could literally feel the force.

The team leaders had been collecting the opinions posted by each team member, and Director Kwon had been receiving instructions from the president and vice president as Director Kwon.

“First of all, composer Yong Soo-cheol, thank you for your hard work arranging it.”

“no. It’s not even finished yet….”

“Both versions were great, but one added sonata piano sampling. That was a really great idea! Moreover, it was harmonious and I was surprised anyway. I just kept saying I was surprised. All of our team members!”

Team Leader Sim brought up the story of the arranged ‘Sorry (tentative title)’ and expressed his admiration. Yong Soo-cheol scratched the back of his head in a shy manner that was unbecoming of his size. Production director Kwon Heung-jo also helped.

“The reactions from the president and vice president above were all great. As soon as he heard the intro, even before the first verse was over, he said this was a masterpiece that will live forever. There has already been talk of praising Team Leader Shim for bringing in a good composer.”

“Haha really? Actually, the one who brought in composer Yong was not me, but a member of KK.”

“What does that mean?”

Team Leader Shim introduced the relationship between Yong Soo-cheol and Kang Do-wook. Director Kwon thought of Do-wook and thought, ‘As expected.’ At that time, Yong Soo-cheol opened his mouth.

“It was that friend who gave me the idea to arrange the intro.”

Not only Director Kwon but also the team leaders were surprised to see the spring. I couldn’t help but be surprised. Everyone clicked their tongues at the explanation of the spring.

“I didn’t know Do-wook was interested in that kind of thing.”

Team Leader Lim muttered in pure admiration. Choosing Dowook at the audition somehow felt like it would be something that would last a lifetime. In fact, even if it had been anyone other than Team Leader Lim, Do-wook would have been selected. After thinking about it for a while, Director Kwon made a suggestion.

“It’s really amazing. “The higher the members’ participation in the album, the more publicity and things to talk about. I think it would be a good idea to teach composition in a more professional way so that they can participate more.”

“Oh yes. “Let’s find out.”

Team Leader Sim Jun responded positively. Yong Soo-cheol also nodded, thinking that what Director Kwon said made sense.

“I had a brief chat with Team Leader Shim last time, but I became more confident after listening to this arrangement. “I think it would be great if Yong Soo-cheol did the overall production of KK’s debut album.”

“yes? “Do you mean me?”

Yong Soo-cheol, who thought he would only produce his own songs, was surprised by the unexpected offer and asked. Director Kwon again asked Yong Soo-cheol to produce the entire album.

Since it was a single album anyway, only Yong Soo-cheol’s songs ‘Sorry (working title)’ and ‘You’ were scheduled to be included. The overall color had to match ‘Sorry (working title)’, so it was an obvious choice. Yong Soo-cheol also accepted the offer after a moment of consideration. It was an offer that there was no reason for the spring company to refuse.

“Thank you for the offer. Director. “What kind of windfall is this, rolling on the street?”

Yong Soo-cheol recently quit his job as a night DJ to pursue a new career as a composer.

“this this. Now you are PD. PD Yong Soo-cheol, please take good care of me in the future.”

“It’s not Yongsoo, it’s the producer of ‘Brave Only Child.’”

“haha. yes yes. Yong PD!”

Team leader Sim Jun smiled and responded to Yong Soo-cheol, who was half serious and half joking. Everyone burst into laughter at Yong Soo-cheol’s facial expression.

The meeting continued in a slightly relaxed atmosphere. The content alone was important. The overall direction and concept of the album was solidified. Accordingly, it was decided to recruit a new designer who is best known for street fashion as the stylist.

***

After the year changed, Yong Soo-cheol immediately summoned all the KK members. It was the day of distribution of parts for the title song.

“Producer Yong, it’s nice to see you again like this. happy new year.”

“Happy New Year~!!!”

Oh Baek-ho first gave New Year’s greetings to Yong Soo-cheol. As we entered the studio, the members also wished us a Happy New Year one after another.

“thank you. “I wish you a Happy New Year too, Director.”

It was an ordinary greeting, but when Yong Soo-cheol, wearing a chain-shaped gold necklace, said it, it became something meaningful.

He looks the bravest in the world, and even his name is ‘brave’ as an only child. Everyone who heard Yong Soo-cheol’s name as producer had the same thought.

Ahn Hyeong-seo and Park Tae-hyung, who were weaker among the members, quietly retreated behind Oh Baek-ho without being noticed. So far, I’ve barely been able to say hello, but I haven’t been able to make proper eye contact with Yong Soo-cheol. It seemed like some adjustment period would be needed.

“I heard you’re playing an arranged song today.”

“yes. “I plan to distribute parts to some extent.”

It was a reply to Oh Baek-ho, but all the members were listening with their eyes shining. I liked the song originally, but I was excited to see what the arranged version would be like.

“First, let’s start by listening to the song.”

Yong Soo-cheol took a seat on the chair in front of the booth and operated the button. Everyone sat on the sofa, placed their hands on their knees, and took a listening position. It started to flow from the piano playing without any beat.