A New Career Singer Who Can Read The Future [EN]: Chapter 199

Not long after, Do-hyun had to leave for the United States again.

It was for the World Cup opening ceremony.

Do-hyun was scheduled to perform on stage at the World Cup opening ceremony.

He had prepared extensively for this performance.

He focused all his energy on memorizing the choreography sent by the choreographer.

Also, although the organizers suggested he could lip-sync, Do-hyun insisted on performing live.

Because of that, there was a lot to do.

He had been working almost without sleep since Kang-ho’s wedding day.

“Do-hyun! What are you planning to show at the World Cup opening ceremony stage?”

“I’ll repay you with a great performance. I’ve prepared a lot, so please look forward to it!”

“Do-hyun, can you show us a celebration for the national team?”

“Um… can I do it with hearts instead?”

Do-hyun, unable to think of a suitable celebration, made various heart gestures, such as a heart above his head and a thumb-and-index-finger heart, while looking at the camera.

There were many fans as well as reporters at the airport.

The fans also wished Do-hyun a safe trip.

“I’ll be back safely, everyone. Please cheer for our national team! Hoping they play a great game and return victorious, I’ll be on my way!”

With that, Do-hyun left on a chartered plane.

* * *

The entire management team mobilized for this schedule.

It was such a significant event that even the general managers had to travel.

The road managers usually only allocated roles to be responsible for the schedules of the singers in Korea.

Hue Entertainment was taking this schedule very seriously.

Inside the bus heading to the accommodation.

Do-hyun was watching a video of someone singing.

‘Hmm… the potential is quite evident… It’s a waste to leave it untapped.’

The video Do-hyun was watching was of Lee-rae, the owner of a dreamy vocal that remains timeless while staying trendy, singing.

Lee-rae was famous as a YouTuber.

She mainly covered famous songs and uploaded them, which garnered a very positive response.

She was not well known in Korea, but she was one of the amateur singers who had a significant following overseas.

In fact, judging by her skills alone, she’s more than just an amateur.

Do-hyun thought that if he provided good direction and some additional vocal training, he could cultivate a remarkable voice.

‘She would be perfect as the first singer of our The Dreamer label.’

Having decided that, Do-hyun sent a contact email to the email address listed in Lee-rae’s video.

He liked her so much that he wanted to personally reach out. He could have delegated it to other employees, but he preferred to do it himself.

“Do-hyun, what are you looking at with such a big smile?”

The managers, except for Kang-ho, who was on his honeymoon, were busy attending to Do-hyun in the shuttle bus.

Seeing Do-hyun smiling, they were curious about the reason.

“Ah, I finally found a singer to scout for The Dreamer label. I’m just hoping for good results… I’m trying to scout her.”

“Oh? Did you finally find someone worth scouting? Who is it?”

“It’s someone named Lee-rae. I think you’ll know her because she’s quite famous….”

At Do-hyun’s words, the managers exclaimed, saying that they had all seen Lee-rae singing.

“Lee-rae is famous, isn’t she? I don’t think she’s signed a formal contract yet… I think other agencies are also interested in her.”

“Ah, really?”

“Yeah. When I saw you thinking about scouting her, I remembered another company manager mentioning that they would contact Lee-rae at their company.”

“Hmm… then I’ll have to offer better conditions. That way, Lee-rae will sign a contract.”

“…More than that, aren’t you nervous about performing live at the World Cup opening ceremony? You seem so relaxed right now.”

At the manager’s casual remark, Do-hyun smiled and replied.

“I’m very nervous. It would be a lie to say I’m not… But right now, signing this person is a higher priority, so I was just thinking about something else for a while.”

“…Ah! I was worried because you seemed too relaxed.”

“You know that’s an unnecessary worry, right?”

Do-hyun said with a smile.

“Of course, I know very well what kind of stage and performance singer Na Do-hyun delivers… But originally, people don’t sing live at global events like the World Cup or the Olympics. It’s rare to do it live… so I’m a little worried that you’re doing it live.”

That was true.

Nevertheless, Do-hyun insisted on performing live.

It was an environment where managers couldn’t help but worry.

“I can do well. Please look forward to it. I’ve really prepared a lot… I’m showing you various sides as a singer-songwriter right now, but my idol skills are still there. I’ll show you that side as it is.”

The managers were speechless at Do-hyun’s confident appearance.

“Seriously… Na Do-hyun is amazing, isn’t he?”

“I know, right? Look at that guts. How about ‘Guts’ as the title of the next song?”

“Hey, that’s not it. If the song title is ‘Guts,’ it will only become an internet meme [an image, video, or phrase that spreads rapidly online], right?”

At those words, all the staff in the car burst into laughter.

“That’s true. I think everyone will see it and laugh. Even if you released it… the lyrics would be written to match the theme of ‘Guts.’”

“I don’t want to create a meme. Even if I’m a singer with many ambitions.”

When Do-hyun joked, the managers all laughed heartily.

“Yeah, a singer without a meme is better… Of course, if you created a huge meme that would make everyone laugh, I would follow all kinds of schedules.”

As they exchanged stories, they arrived at the hotel where they would be staying for the event.

The managers got off first, and when Do-hyun got off, the fans around the hotel shouted at Do-hyun.

“Do-hyun, I love you!”

“Do-hyun, see you at the World Cup opening ceremony! I’m looking forward to a great performance!”

“Do-hyun! I missed you! I also bought a ticket for the World Cup opening ceremony! Let’s meet there!”

A familiar voice was heard among the fans.

Do-hyun turned his head towards the voice.

Reporter Yoo Ha-na.

Recognizing that her eyes met his, Yoo raised her hand above her head and shouted again.

“See you at the opening ceremony! I’ll get you an amazing photo!”

“Thank you all. Don’t push each other so you don’t get hurt… Thank you for coming all the way here.”

After saying goodbye, Do-hyun entered the hotel room with his manager, staff, and bodyguards.

The bodyguards checked every corner of the room in case there were any hidden cameras.

This was a common occurrence in places where famous singers stayed. That’s why Do-hyun was hoping that nothing would be found.

Fortunately, no hidden cameras were found.

“Thank you all for your hard work. Shall we go to the practice room now?”

* * *

There was about a week left until the World Cup opening ceremony.

Do-hyun had to work hard to adjust to the time difference [jet lag].

In addition, as soon as he opened his eyes in the morning, he ran to the practice room and focused on practicing singing.

Choreography practice was also essential.

While he was practicing.

Ding-dong?

The phone alarm rang.

Do-hyun had been waiting for news, so he immediately checked his phone.

“……!”

Do-hyun saw that the email he had been waiting for had arrived and immediately clicked on it, excited.

[Hello, this is Lee-rae.

First of all, thank you for sending a contact email to an amateur like me.

I’ve been thinking about it for a few days, and I’ve also considered whether I’m a suitable person for the label The Dreamer. As a result… I came to the conclusion and conviction that I want to pursue a new dream with The Dreamer.

That’s why I would like to inquire about the contract conditions in detail. I hope I can play an active role as the first singer in The Dreamer.

Then, please reply after checking.

Thank you.]

“Yes!”

Do-hyun was thrilled.

The fact that the singer he contacted sent such a response was evidence that she was considering his label favorably compared to other agencies.

“What’s wrong?”

“Um. Something very good? Positive news that The Dreamer is finally starting to operate properly as a label?”

“Oh… the person named Lee-rae you were looking at last time?”

Do-hyun nodded at the manager’s question.

“She replied very positively. In fact, I was worried that I would be rejected by other agencies, or that she would read it and not reply… but I didn’t have to worry.”

When sending the email, Do-hyun took special care to include his resume and the fact that he had been a nameless singer for a long time. He also included the story of how he met Hue Entertainment and rose to his current position through ‘You are the First Singer’ Season 1.

The contents of the email seemed to have pleased Lee-rae.

“Oh… that’s a relief. Then is the first singer of The Dreamer label finally making her debut?”

“That’s right. But I’ll have to adjust the contract conditions… and things like that more favorably.”

If Lee-rae became the first singer, there were many things he wanted to do for her.

Instead of remaining an unknown cover singer, he was going to help her soar as a singer as she entered the world of professionals with her own name.

That was the intention he had when he expressed his desire to establish a label in the first place.

He couldn’t accomplish that know-how alone, so he wanted to establish a label within Hue Entertainment.

Things were going smoothly.

“In that case, should I get a tarot reading for the first time in a while?”

Do-hyun took out the tarot cards from the bag placed in the corner.

He shuffled the cards, thinking that it had been a while since he had seen the tarot.

This time, he didn’t spread them out and took out the card that he felt drawn to from the deck.

As a result….

[Ace of Wands]

“Oh….”

He drew the next card.

[Ace of Cups]

“Our hearts will be connected… It also says that we can bring about good results.”

“Your fortunes are spot on, aren’t they? Then you’ll be able to sign a contract with Lee-rae.”

“Right? I’ve confirmed Lee-rae as the first singer of the label!”

“Good results will follow. I can look forward to it.”

“Haha.”

Do-hyun put the cards back in his bag.

The dancers who were watching this looked at Do-hyun with curious faces.

“Ah, it’s nothing. I know how to read tarot cards. Shall we start practicing again? I’m sorry if I broke the practice timing because of me. Let’s go again!”