Peninsula: Who taught him to make that connection?!

Chapter 20 Hello, Contrast

In the afternoon, Jiang Tang was summoned to the management office by Han Zhengxun.

Because he is still a minor, a guardian is an unavoidable step if he wants to formally sign a trainee agreement.

At this moment, Jiang Tang stood alone outside the SM gate, waiting for his uncle, Jiang Chengrun.

Jiang Tang's parents have been working abroad for many years, and Jiang Chengrun recently returned to China for a long vacation.

This industry elite, who works on Wall Street in film distribution and entertainment investment, heard that his nephew had become a trainee in Seoul, so he came over to help him with the signing process.

"Uncle is as dashing as ever."

Jiang Tang watched a black Mercedes slowly approaching from the end of the street in the distance and sighed inwardly.

The car door opened, and a middle-aged man in a bespoke suit and gold-rimmed glasses stepped out, his every move exuding the competence and composure honed by Wall Street.

"Uncle," Jiang Tang greeted him with a smile, calling out naturally.

When he first transmigrated to this era, the system instilled all of Jiang Tang's experiences from childhood to adulthood into him.

This sense of familiarity stemming from blood ties meant that he felt no distance whatsoever when facing this uncle he had never met.

Jiang Chengrun looked his nephew up and down through his glasses, a hint of amusement in his eyes: "You brat, why did you choose to come to Seoul to suffer the hardships of being a trainee instead of taking the paved road home? If I had known, I would have flown back from New York overnight to drag you back."

Jiang Tang chuckled and scratched his head: "It's about experiencing life. Besides, I really enjoy the feeling of being in the center of the stage."

After catching up briefly, the two walked side by side into the SM building.

Inside the management office.

Han Zhengxun sat behind his desk and handed over a B-group trainee agreement.

After the end-of-month evaluation this morning, Han Zhengxun's attitude towards Jiang Tang improved significantly.

When Han Jung-hoon accepted the business card from Jiang Cheng-run with both hands and saw the title "Partner of an Entertainment Investment Firm on Wall Street," his attitude became even more gentle and persuasive.

"Representative Jiang, please take a look at the agreement first."

Han Zhengxun smiled and said, "Jiang Tang is a rare good kid. His performance in today's end-of-month evaluation was outstanding. The company will provide him with targeted and focused training going forward."

Jiang Chengrun sat on the sofa, glanced at the agreement briefly, and spoke at a slow pace, yet with the composure of someone in a superior position:

"My Jiang Tang is hardworking. He should be trained the way he's supposed to be. You don't need to give him any special treatment. Jade needs to be carved to become a gem. We all understand the rules."

Jiang Tang stood aside, obediently serving as a backdrop for the noble young master.

Just then, the door to the management office was gently pushed open.

Lee Soo-man and Yoo Young-jin walked in together.

"Director!" Han Zhengxun immediately stood up and gave up his seat.

Jiang Chengrun also stood up, smiling and extending his hand: "Director Li, I've heard so much about you. I am Jiang Tang's uncle, Jiang Chengrun."

Li Xiuman heard that Jiang Tang's family background was good, so he came to take a look while he was passing by.

When he shook hands with Kang Sung-yoon and heard Han Jung-hoon whisper about Kang Sung-yoon's Wall Street investment background, a glint of light flashed in Lee Soo-man's sharp eyes.

The two sat down on the sofa, and after some small talk, the atmosphere gradually warmed up.

Jiang Chengrun picked up his teacup, gently blew on the steam, and spoke as if casually:

"Director Li, I recently heard from Wall Street that your company is preparing a large-scale portfolio project."

Lee Soo-man's eyes flickered.

The large-scale boy group project Super Junior next year is indeed very expensive. The team of more than a dozen people, from training and packaging to laying out debut resources, is also a considerable financial burden for SM Entertainment.

Jiang Chengrun put down his teacup, smiled, and continued, "If your company is short of funds for the advancement of this project, I personally and the organization behind me are very willing to make a substantial investment."

At this point, Jiang Chengrun paused deliberately: "Of course, Director Li, please don't misunderstand. This investment has nothing to do with Jiang Tang's development in the company. I'm just an investor who is optimistic about the future of SM Entertainment and your exceptional talent for creating stars."

That being said, those present were all seasoned foxes; how could they not understand the underlying meaning?

Jiang Tang silently gave Jiang Chengrun a thumbs up in his heart.

His uncle, being a Wall Street veteran, spoke flawlessly, providing both financial support and a perfect way for Lee Soo-man to save face.

Lee Soo-man's expression underwent a dramatic transformation in just two seconds, a transformation worthy of an Oscar-winning actor.

"Representative Jiang, you're too kind. I've heard a little about your investments on Wall Street. Your insight has always been sharp, and it's an honor for SM to have your approval."

Lee Soo-man smiled warmly, then naturally changed the subject, "However, regarding this child Jiang Tang, I have to say a few words from the bottom of my heart to you."

Lee Soo-man stood up, walked to Kang Tang's side, and patted him on the shoulder affectionately.

"Jiang Tang's performance in the end-of-month evaluation this morning was absolutely amazing! His stage presence and leadership qualities are exactly what SM Entertainment currently lacks most!"

Yu Yongzhen stood to the side, his eyes wide open.

Lee Soo-man, you idiot, you didn't say that this morning!

Lee Soo-man remained unfazed and continued his impassioned speech to Kang Sung-yoon: "A rough gem as dazzling as Kang Tang is only being placed in Group B to allow him to mature quickly. Rest assured, for the upcoming major project, Kang Tang will definitely be our top priority! It's no exaggeration to say that he is SM's future hope!"

Seeing Lee Soo-man's complete 360-degree reversal, Yoo Young-jin sighed silently in his heart.

Capital truly is the best filter in the world.

After seeing Kang Sung-yoon off, Lee Soo-man slowly sipped his tea, his eyes seemingly reassessing the game of chess.

Yu Yongzhen couldn't hold back any longer and asked, "What, have you really changed your mind?"

Lee Soo-man glanced at him indifferently: "My opinion of him hasn't changed. Kang Tang's personality is too strong. This 'one-man army' aura is still an unstable variable in multi-person projects."

At this point, his tone became enigmatic: "However... nothing is absolute."

"If Jiang Tang improves further in the training, I will definitely consider it seriously. After all, no one would really turn away a trainee who can bring Wall Street capital and has great potential."

"What if he still doesn't make it into Super Junior in the end?" Yoo Young-jin pressed.

Lee Soo-man chuckled softly, his eyes revealing the shrewdness of a seasoned star-maker.

"Even if he can't join Super Junior, he can still go solo, or he can be the core of the next project."

"Representative Kang said that this money is an investment in SM's future. Even if Kang Tang isn't in that specific position, as long as I can make him a dazzling new star, this investment will never be a loss."

"After all, he said it himself, he trusts my talent for creating stars."

Looking at Lee Soo-man's composed and confident demeanor, Yu Yong-jin cursed inwardly:

"Old fox!"