A New Career Singer Who Can Read The Future [EN]: Chapter 164

“Wow… so this is Wembley in England!”

The reporters who were invited to Do-hyun’s Wembley concert were already impressed by the SoFi Stadium, but they were even more moved when they faced Wembley Stadium, which had written the history of the music industry.

They were beyond words when they saw the fans lined up to buy Do-hyun’s merchandise. Some reporters even approached the fans for interviews, as that was also part of their coverage.

-To me, Do-hyun is a god, an omnipotent being!

-I realized that I exist because of Do-hyun!

-Only Do-hyun can save us! Listening to his songs ‘Savior’ and ‘One and Only’ in a row makes me feel saved!

-I hope my heart is conveyed to Do-hyun through this interview! I plan to go to the Glastonbury Festival after Wembley! I’m so excited! The UK should designate these days as national holidays!

-I took a vacation! I got tickets for all of Do-hyun’s European tour dates! Now all I have to do is attend! Do-hyun, I love you!

The reporters were intoxicated with so-called ‘national pride’ at the fans’ words. A male singer from Korea, who had been unknown for 10 years, conquered Billboard and the Grammys and was now performing in the home of British pop! And they were there as reporters! It was a story they could milk for decades, just like the 2002 World Cup.

“Wow, Na Do-hyun’s popularity wasn’t just a facade.”

“I know, right? I looked up videos of Na Do-hyun singing and doing fan service, and I understand why people become fans. Na Do-hyun is really amazing, senior [referring to a more experienced colleague].”

Watching the male reporters’ conversation, reporter Yoo Hana smiled. Reporter Yoon Min-hye, who was standing next to her, did the same. Both of them couldn’t help but feel a tickle in their mouths.

“Reporters, please feel free to interview fans, but please refrain from visiting the hotel where Do-hyun is staying.”

The PR team leader repeatedly emphasized, just in case. It was already useless with the British paparazzi on the scene, but it was a statement made in the hope that at least the Korean reporters would keep their promise. Of course, the reporters weren’t going to listen.

“You are free to do as you please from now on!”

As soon as the PR team leader finished speaking, the reporters scattered.

Reporter Yoon and Reporter Yoo moved to the merchandise line. They were informed that merchandise would also be sold on the day of the concert, but pre-sales were being held in consideration of the crowds. The two reporters had already purchased the Wembley edition merchandise in advance. All that was left was to receive it.

“Ugh, senior… I’m so nervous. I failed to get tickets for the Sunday performance, but this is still great. All happiness has come to me since I became a fan. Being an entertainment reporter is really tough, but there’s nothing like seeing your favorite celebrity. I don’t think I can ever quit being an entertainment reporter.”

Reporter Yoo Hana nodded at Reporter Yoon Min-hye’s candid words. Before becoming a fan of Na Do-hyun, Reporter Yoo had feelings of liking for celebrities, but she had never liked anyone as much as Na Do-hyun. He was a person who made you fall for him the more you saw him, that was Na Do-hyun.

“I think so too. When I look at Do-hyun, I wonder how far he’ll go. I end up cheering for his life. Cheering for someone’s life is a first for me… I think it’s great. I want to cheer for someone’s life and be inspired to live my own life to the fullest.”

“Right? I thought so too. Oh, by the way, did you hear that rumor, senior?”

“What rumor?”

Reporter Yoo Hana was usually the one who brought in information, but sometimes Reporter Yoon Min-hye would bring in amazing stories.

“I heard that Do-hyun’s manager is getting married soon, and the rumor is that Do-hyun will sing the congratulatory song?”

“Oh? Really? If I had known, I would have become close to Do-hyun’s manager. I focused too much on the PR team.”

“Usually, if Do-hyun’s manager is at that level, they would be a director in the company, so there would be many opportunities to show their face… Do-hyun’s manager isn’t a director, so their promotion is slow, and there are fewer opportunities to see them on site. Hyu Entertainment is a large entertainment company, so the structure is such that the PR team often interacts with them.”

“That’s true. If we had received an invitation, we could have seen Do-hyun singing the congratulatory song. Personally, I would like him to sing ‘One and Only.’ That song is so romantic… it would make the bride cry.”

The two were already imagining the manager’s wedding and were immersed in a sea of emotions. Meanwhile, the merchandise line was shrinking rapidly.

Reporter Yoon and Reporter Yoo were a little concerned about the other reporters on the scene, but they could just say that their family asked them to buy it, so they stood in line with a comfortable mind.

As the two were talking, they heard a male voice say, “Oh? Senior Yoo Hana!” They turned their heads and saw reporter Kim Myung-ho, who was also friends with reporter Yoon. He was also the reporter who had expressed admiration, saying, “Na Do-hyun’s popularity wasn’t just a facade.”

“Why are you two standing in that line? Reporter Yoon and Senior Yoo?”

Reporter Yoo Hana answered confidently.

“Ah, a relative is a fan of Na Do-hyun and asked me to buy it for them, so I succeeded in pre-ordering and am standing in line. Myung-ho, doesn’t anyone ask you to do errands like this?”

Reporter Kim Myung-ho nodded at Reporter Yoo’s words, acknowledging that it was possible with Na Do-hyun’s popularity. During the last SoFi Stadium performance, Reporter Kim Myung-ho was covering the broadcasting side, so he didn’t see the actual fans. He was able to see the fans this time because his assigned beat had changed.

“Wow… I heard that buying merchandise is really tough, but you two succeeded? Min-hye, you’re amazing too. Senior Yoo is also amazing.”

“It wasn’t that tough because my relative is picking it up instead. It’s not like I bought it with my own hands. Myung-ho, where are you going now?”

“Ah, I’m just going back to the hotel. They said they’re running a shuttle. I don’t see any reason to be here on site. I’m not a fan. Hehe.”

“Okay, rest well. We’ll see each other often until Glastonbury, so let’s have a meal when we have time.”

“No fish and chips!”

“I don’t like that either. Have a good one!”

Reporter Yoo Hana quickly sent Reporter Kim Myung-ho away. Reporter Yoon Min-hye was once again impressed by her ability to handle the situation.

“Senior, wow… your ability to handle things is the best!”

“You know, this industry runs on fans of someone, but if you say you’re a fan, they don’t look at you kindly. So, it’s better to pretend you don’t know and do this. It’s better than adding unnecessary words.”

“That’s true. This industry is so strange. In the end, someone’s fans become reporters, stylists, entertainment company PR teams, and planning teams… but it’s funny that they discriminate against them. There are so many fans among the broadcasting staff, too.”

“That’s right. How many fans are there among the broadcasting staff? They ignore the fans. It’s not like they can run the show without fans. Anyway… it seems like most of the reporters just looked around and interviewed the fans, so let’s rest assured.”

“Yes, senior.”

* * *

“Ah ah. Aaaaaah!”

Do-hyun was standing on the extended stage of Wembley Stadium, warming up his voice vigorously.

He didn’t know how it would be at tomorrow’s performance, but his condition was quite good today. Choosing a sandwich for breakfast was a good choice. His body felt light, like he could fly. Besides, the area where he had a cramp felt better thanks to resting well in bed.

Do-hyun first matched his movements with the dancers for the songs that required intense choreography. The MR [music recorded] played, and Do-hyun sang powerfully using a handheld microphone. Cheers were heard from outside at the resounding singing.

“Let’s just do the first verse. Any more would be a spoiler.”

The sound director said. Do-hyun nodded at the words. His body felt really light. He felt like he could fly. If he stood on stage tomorrow in this condition, he felt like he could move in top condition.

“There are a lot of fans outside… I wonder if they’re all listening?”

At Do-hyun’s question, another staff member told him that fans were already gathered near the entrance of Wembley Stadium, where Do-hyun could be seen slightly. Do-hyun smiled at these words.

“Haha… I want to meet the fans soon. I hope the fans like the different stages I’ve prepared for each region. I’m really nervous and happy. I love this tension before the performance.”

“Do-hyun, do you need water?”

Kang-ho threw water from below the stage to the stage. Do-hyun caught it, opened the lid, and drank it. Even though it had been several hours since the rehearsal started, he was satisfied. He felt even better because his vocal condition was at its best.

“Wow. I wish I could maintain this condition every day. Director! Am I really awesome today?”

Do-hyun was full of confidence. The staff all burst into laughter at Do-hyun’s excited appearance, who usually matched each stage seriously and worried about it. It was a rare sight.

“Do-hyun, you’re really excited today?”

“The weather is good, and my condition is at its best. If it stays like this, I think I can show the best stage. I’m so happy!”

“Haha… it’s fun to see Do-hyun like this. Are you happy with the sound today?”

When the sound director asked, Do-hyun nodded vigorously.

“It’s perfect today. Not lacking, not excessive. As expected, Director Jang is the best! I always greet you with gratitude for joining me on my tour!”

The sound director looked at Na Do-hyun with a satisfied expression.

“Let’s make tomorrow’s stage perfect too. Oh, but Do-hyun. According to a staff member who came in urgently….”

The sound director, holding the microphone, opened his mouth.

Do-hyun looked at the console and tilted his head.

“I heard that the song Do-hyun produced has swept the real-time charts at number one on foreign music sites?”

“…Pardon?”

Do-hyun had temporarily forgotten that Lily’s song was released today. It happened because he was focused on his performance. He had forgotten even though Kang-ho had told him yesterday….

“Do-hyun, congratulations. The music video is also doing well. You know that YouTube is also reflected, right? The music video has surpassed 50 million views a little over half a day after its release? It’s setting the greatest record in Lily’s history! Congratulations, Do-hyun.”

“…Wow. Really? Lily’s seniors’ song is a hit?”

Do-hyun sat down on the stage and asked the question.

Kang-ho, who was below the stage, hurriedly came up to the stage and showed him the YouTube and real-time overseas music chart results.

An exclamation flowed from Do-hyun’s mouth.