Both the directors entered Leeteuk's room and looked at each other.
Chul: I think we have done good job. Let's do it. The members are busy in their own work and there is no one else to let the secret out.
The other nodded and they heard a knock on the door. The door opened and the receptionist came in with a tray of coffee and some snacks, which they had asked her to bring, accompanying the three people they were waiting for. They all sat down comfortably on the sofa in the room with some files placed on the table in front of them. Leeteuk on the head chair, Hee Chul on right side and the other three on the left.
Kan: CEO-nim, you had called us.
Teuk: Yes Kangin, we had looked into the scripts that were offered to you and the roles that you wanted. We agree to let you go on the show where you are playing the role of antagonist but you can't do the another one.
Kan: May I know the reason CEO-nim?
Chul: We have done some research and XtvN is doing a new show where they want an experienced MC but no one in the industry wants to do it. They think that the topic is a bit controversial so we suggest that you take up that role. We think your experience as a MC and as an idol will help you and the show to grow to the next level.
Kan: I have been in enough controversies director-nim, I really wanted to be just in front of the camera happily once again. If I host such a show, I don't think I will do any good to the company's reputation.
Teuk: You are saying so because you don't know the theme of the show yet. Hee Chul stop making him worried. After a long time he wants to do something seriously and you are not helping him in any way.
Chul: Sorry Jung Soo-ah but since early days, I have always loved to play around him. Anyways, back to the topic. So the theme of the show is that the host will go around the places along with the idols who are afraid of something and help them get over their fear.
Teuk: We have chosen this specific show for you because one, you aren't afraid of anything except staining our name which won't happen anymore. Two, you know how to calm down someone who is afraid of something like you did for Kibum once. Three, we believe in your variety skills and you can handle something which is not funny in a very good way without making the person embarrassed.
The past members were shocked listening to all of this.
Chul: So now will you do it or not?
Kan: I will do it director-nim. Thank you so much for your time and efforts for me.
Teuk [smiling]: Always. This file has everything related to your project. Study well and report back to me in a week.
Chul: Congratulation on the success of your album Sungmin.
Sun: Thank you director-nim.
Teuk: What about concerts, Sungmin?
Sun: I don't think I am ready for it CEO-nim. I am still afraid of facing the public alone.
Chul: Kangin, I think your first guest should be Sungmin where you will force him to have his first solo concert.
Everyone laughed at it.
Teuk: On a serious note, this is your third solo album Sungmin, conduct at least one series of concert for Vitamins and Liulees.
Sun: They have also been commenting for a long time that they want a concert so I wanted to ask you about it but I am afraid CEO-nim.
Chul: When you are afraid Sungmin, you know that you should call us hyung and not director or CEO.
All the three looked at him in surprise.
Chul: I don't think I have said something wrong. In any case you will always remain our dongsaengs and so we will always remain your hyungs.
Teuk: I agree. If there's anything that makes you unstable you can always come to us as you did when we were one.
The past members had tears in their eyes.
Chul: Wait, this is going on a bit emotional road. You know I can't handle tears.
Teuk: Says the person who cried the most in every wedding of the group.
Everyone laughed again.
Chul: Okay fine, those were really emotional moments. Now Sungmin, do you want a concert or not?
Sun: I think I want to have one.
Teuk: Good choice otherwise we would have to dispose off this file.
Sun: What file CEO-nim?
Teuk: This file has every information related to your concert. Hyuk and Shin Dong have spent a lot of time creating a perfect concert for you and they want to direct it personally.
Chul: Since all the members wanted to be a part of it to show their support, they have suggested something or other for all your concerts. This tour will have 20 concerts marking your 20 years with us and no two cities have the concert of the same theme.
Teuk: They have chosen your songs from all the three album of yours and have acquired permission from your past label. They have really prepared a lot for you so give it your everything.
Chul: They are more excited for your concert than you.
Sun: Thank you so much, really thank you very much. I will try my best in every song and every concert.
Teuk: Good. Now Zhoumi, how's the preparation for your new album going on?
Zh: CEO-nim, it is.........I am not very sure about it. I have only liked three songs out of those given to me by the A&R dept.
Chul: And so Jung Soo, Hyuk, Hae, Wook and Kyu and have prepared some songs for you.
Teuk: We have also arranged for some songs from some foreign composers and lyricists. The songs are converted into Korean guide version as well. Some songs have rap verses as well and if you choose any song with raps, Hyuk would love to help you with it, as he had said in the last meeting.
Chul: This file has songs and their lyrics. Listen to all of them and take your decision. If you don't like anything, you can always say that directly. Don't feel burdened about having to choose the songs from the list.
Teuk: Give your opinions and final decision after two weeks.
Chul: This marks the end of one part of the meeting. Now in the second part we want you to refer us as hyungs and not directors because we are going to talk about your time as a part of us.
All the three were shocked to listen this.
Teuk: You know that we have released a new album to mark our 20 years in the industry.
Kan: Congratulations on a successful release hyung.
Chul: Thank you Kangin. In the upcoming Super Show, we will be celebrating our 200th stage and as a part of our company and our group, we want all three of you there in concert.
Sun: Thank you for the offer hyung but I don't think I can do this hyung. It took me really long to finally say that I am Sungmin and not a part of Super Junior anymore. I don't think I can stand on the stage with all of you once again.
Kan: I agree with Sungmin, hyung. I have already done a lot of damage to the group and my presence with all of you will only increase it.
Zh: I......I don't know hyung. I don't think your fans will be happy with it.
Chul [angrily]: Wooooooow, do you think the members are doing all of this for you just because you are our employee. They are doing this because they still consider you very much a part of our family. Don't you remember how Leeteuk includes all of you in his letter when he dedicates something to us. Are you really going to behave so selfishly that you will ditch your first family on their face? I told you Jung Soo-ah, we shouldn't do this, it was a bad idea from the beginning to think that they are a part of us. They have completely changed after they dropped Super Junior from their name. They only care about themselves now.
The past members didn't know how to reply, felt guilty and were sitting quietly with their heads down.
Teuk: Calm down Chulie. Momo will kill me if she comes to know that your BP rose again and that too in front of me. Calm down for her sake at least.
Chul: Yeah, yeah, I am fine. You keep on talking to your employees.
Sun: Hee Chul hyung, I am sorry.
Chul: Teukie I guess the members are back from their schedule because I heard someone calling me. I will just go and look for them.
Sungmin looked at Leeteuk who signalled him to go behind Hee Chul. He did exactly that and gave the elder a back hug while apologising again. Chul turned around to give a hug nicely and said "idiot, I taught you to kiss properly and you are going to say no to me."
Everyone laughed at it while the other shook his head. Kangin also said sorry and confirmed his presence. Now everyone looked at Zhoumi with eager eyes.
Zh: I don't think I ever had a choice. I will come hyung.
Chul: Now you are behaving like good dongsaengs.
Teuk: Remember not to tell about this to anyone, not even the members. It's a surprise for them.
Everyone nodded and went back to their work while Hee Chul stayed.
Teuk: Do you not like your room or if you want we can have your table here in this room and I will use yours.
Chul: I don't like your room, it's very white for my liking.
Teuk: Then why are you still here?
Chul: What about Hangeng? You remember that when he left, he pledged to never come back to Korea right?
Teuk: Shit, I forgot about that. I will have to convince Hyuk to have our 200th stage in a foreign country.
Chul: And how will you convince our fans here in Korea?
Teuk: Damn! That's a tough choice. I never thought about making a choice between member and fans. I have always considered both of them as a part of my family.
Chul: We will find some way through it. For now, let's concentrate on promoting this album.