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Chapter 691 - 356. S-M’s Ambition (Thanks to Illusion Feather for Silver Alliance Hierarch! 21/40)

Chapter 691: 356. S-M’s Ambition (Thanks to Illusion Feather for Silver Alliance Hierarch! 21/40)

The purpose of Director Kim’s call was very simple. It was just to share some good news with Liu Xin’an about Red Velvet’s success in pre-sales this time.

In today’s digital age, buying physical albums is something only fans would do.

Therefore, the sales of albums nowadays have significantly less value compared to the past.

However, the company still values these figures, and they serve as proof of Red Velvet’s popularity.

Bae Juhyun and her team analyzed that the success in pre-sales this time was largely attributed to the variety show they did in China and the recent hype of the "Anpei Law." S-M’s investigation into this matter was even more straightforward.

Previously, Bae Juhyun had a lot of personal fans, but never to this extent.

Since she and Liu Xin’an started subtly promoting the "couple" pairing and guiding the public opinion... her previously somewhat stagnant popularity saw a terrifying upward trend once again.

After last year’s massive storm of public opinion, it was somewhat unexpected for the higher-ups that Bae Juhyun could still achieve such results.

Similarly, Bae Juhyun’s performance this time further reflected how terrifying the mainland market truly is.

Therefore, the name "Liu Xin’an" at S-M also rose accordingly.

But S-M is ultimately a business, and when it comes to interests, they are often very crazy.

"...personal variety show and solo album?"

Listening to Director Kim’s words, Liu Xin’an was stunned.

"Yes, the company is currently considering this plan."

Liu Xin’an furrowed his brow and kept pondering why Director Kim would tell him this. After a brief moment of contemplation, he asked in a doubtful tone, "Of course, I respect Juhyun’s own thoughts. Please discuss this matter with Juhyun."

Although Director Kim appeared to be sharing this project with Liu Xin’an, in reality, he was actually referring to Liu Xin’an’s opinion.

Showing goodwill to Liu Xin’an didn’t necessarily mean giving him gifts. Starting with Bae Juhyun was practically the same.

"We plan to release the Chinese version of this solo album simultaneously with the original. If there’s an opportunity at that time, we hope we can continue to work together."

Liu Xin’an raised an eyebrow slightly after hearing this.

Developing seriously in China was unrealistic, but there were always some borderline ways.

For example... releasing a Chinese version of the album.

This wasn’t done before because there wasn’t precise data to support it. The company didn’t want to do something thankless.

But now, the pre-sale results in China have already said a lot.

"...Aren’t you being too hasty? Juhyun and her team just started their comeback."

"Ha ha ha, this is just a plan for now. Isn’t it because Mr. Liu Xin’an is Chinese? Your reference can definitely help us with the preparation."

"You’re overestimating me, let’s wait until the comeback is over."

"Okay, okay, I won’t bother you then."

After the call ended, Liu Xin’an lowered his phone, frowning tightly, while Li Chenglu, who was curiously observing him, leaned over.

"What’s going on?"

"You must have joined quite a few of Juhyun’s... or Red Velvet’s fan groups, right?"

"Yeah, that’s right, what’s up."

"Director Kim just called me and said Juhyun and her team’s album pre-sales exploded. Just the pre-sales in China have almost reached 100,000. You knew that, right?"

"Oh? It’s already 100,000?"

It’s no secret that fans spend money to buy sales and charts for their favorite artists. Almost everyone in the fan circle, both domestically and abroad, has done it.

Artists often compare these figures, and compared to the elusive number of fans, the actual album sales are the true measure of an artist’s performance.

"Is this a good result?"

"Of course, this is just the pre-sale. Many fan sites in China wait to buy after the official release. It wouldn’t be surprising if the sales doubled or tripled by then."

"...So S-M is eyeing this opportunity. They want to take advantage of this moment, and after Juhyun and her team finish their comeback, they plan to prepare personal work for Juhyun, like a solo or something."

Li Chenglu’s eyes widened. For fans, this might be the best news, but...

"So anxious?"

"Yeah, they also plan to release the Chinese version of the album simultaneously."

"Their greed is really showing. The call’s purpose... must have been to ask for your opinion, right?"

"That’s probably the intention."

Li Chenglu furrowed her brow. After thinking for a while and realizing she didn’t understand the intricacies, she waved her hand irritably, saying, "Give uncle a call for consultation. This is beyond our knowledge."

Since they weren’t insiders, weighing the pros and cons would surely be outmatched by professionals, but... you’d expect to let the grass mature before cutting it, right?

"No need. For Juhyun, excessive activities right now wouldn’t be beneficial. Let’s wait until this comeback is over."

Liu Xin’an said softly, then put away his phone and walked towards his live broadcast room, "I’m going live."

"Oh..." Li Chenglu watched Liu Xin’an’s back, her eyes flickering with relief.

This guy has really grown a lot.

As her older sister, she was truly gratified!

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Following Bae Juhyun’s advice, Liu Xin’an and Li Chenglu left home at 5:30 p.m. and drove to S-M’s office building.

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