PROLOGUE 02
ATH3NA; Rise Of The GoddessesPROLOGUE 02
FORMATION OF ATH3NA
Saturday, 29 Nov 2014
Director Yang Hyunsuk fiddled with the pen in between his fingers as he watched Team A's latest recorded dance practice video from 2 days ago. His eyes fixed on the screen in front of him as he watched the 3 girls danced perfectly to B.A.P's Warrior and a small frown formed on his face. Its not that he wasn't satisfied with their performance. He is, and he always is. Team A has been his favourite team after Big Bang itself but he wasn't sure if they are ready for the big stage. As he watched the girls' performance, his mind wondered to the conversation he had with his company's Stockbroker and Director of Sales during the previous night's business dinner meeting.
- Flashback -
Friday, 28 Nov 2014
Taking a bite of the steak in front of him, Director Yang Hyunsuk listened intently as the company's Director of Sales, Lee Sangguk, breaks down the company's sales record for 2013, 2014 and as well as predicting the outcome for the next 3 years.
"If we look solely at the numbers, the sales record for 2013 and 2014 was pretty good. Due to 2NE1's comeback this year and both Big Bang's and 2NE1's members' solo activities, and their concerts, the numbers that we gathered surpassed our estimated figure. However, the problem lies in the next few years. If I remember correctly, both Big Bang and 2NE1 contracts with YG will end in a couple of years. There could be chances that they would not renew their contract with us..." Lee Sangguk was saying but Director Yang Hyunsuk cuts him.
"Those kids WILL renew their contract with us.. I know them inside and out, and they WILL NOT abandon YG," Director Yang Hyunsuk said seriously.
"I hope you're right.. BUT.. In the case that they do not, YG will suffer a huge blow. As of right now, Big Bang and WINNER are the only two that are preparing for a comeback next year am I right? There are no news of 2NE1 and any of your solo singers. The sales predicted will be quite slow, especially with the birth of many new idols in the industry," Lee Sangguk said.
"Director Lee Sangguk is right sir. The economy itself has been predicted to be going down in the next few years and with the birth of many new idols from rival agencies, we can easily predict that the sales could be slowing down if we do not tackle the problem before it happens," the Stockbroker, Kim Sangil said seriously.
"Alright, I understand. But how do you suggest I tackle this before it even happens? Put out more albums from WINNER, Big Bang and 2NE1?" Director Yang Hyunsuk asked, taking a sip from the glass of red wine he had been twirling around as he listened to the 2 men.
"No.. Well, maybe WINNER but not Big Bang and 2NE1. It's not because they won't bring in sales.. They definitely would but the production cost of putting out their albums would be quite a sum and as of right now, we would want to cut as much expenses as we could until this economy slump gets better," Lee Sangguk answered.
"Then what would you suggest?" Director Yang Hyunsuk asked, a small frown forming on his face.
Exchanging looks with Kim Sangil, Lee Sangguk said, "Your hidden card.."
"My hidden card?" Director Yang Hyunsuk echoed as he frowned deeper but as soon as he realised who they were referring to, he raised his eyebrows and said, "You mean Team A of the female idol trainees?"
"Yes, Team A.. You had been training and grooming those 3 girls since 2011 and I think they are perfect. Putting them out would be an all-kill on all music charts and they will definitely save YG in the worst case scenario if Big Bang and 2NE1 didn't renew their contracts with YG," Lee Sangguk said with a smile.
"Hmmm, thats true.. But I'm not sure if they are ready to be out on stage," Director Yang Hyunsuk said worriedly.
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