RAP STAR

Chapter 137 [verse 28. Jaws]

Jaws: The term refers to the metal part of a trap's structure that fits over an animal's foot, typically used when setting traps or snares.

Large corporations are both progressive and conservative. This means that in order for a company to grow into a "big" corporation, it needs to have a progressive approach because conservative methods alone are not sufficient. However, once it has grown into a large corporation, the conservative aspect is emphasized even more, hence the term "conservative." This characteristic is also evident in the Ogyeong Group and its subsidiaries, including Ogyeong Media.

When Oyeonju, who had finally become the vice president of Ogyeong Media, opened her mouth, all that could be heard were the sounds of swallowing and paper shuffling. This was because everyone anticipated the sharp words that would follow.

"Manager Hong Gyeong-su, is Ogyeong Media a charity organization or a profit-seeking company?"

"...It's a company."

"Do you not think it's too casual to assume that Ogyeong Media is not sensitive to profits compared to other subsidiaries? What do you think?"

Under Oyeonju's pressure, Hong Gyeong-su swallowed hard. While he could maneuver against Oyeonju in internal politics behind the scenes, a direct confrontation was impossible due to the significant difference in rank.

"Oyeonju..."

Hong Gyeong-su clenched his fists under the desk.

As the newly appointed vice president, Oyeonju was building her career by delving into various fields at Ogyeong Media. However, the most challenging task for her was self-imposed pressure, which stemmed from the terms of the contract with Isanghyeon.

Isanghyeon, who caused a huge stir with "Between the Lines," finally made his debut under Ogyeong Media. His first activity was with the remix of "Get That Money Welcome to School" as a trap party tune, titled "Welcome to School," a track co-produced by Chae Daehan and Isanghyeon.

While some members of the A&R team thought it was too maniacal for promotion, the decision to highlight the artist's hot image through poetry and rap was adopted. It was also a test plan to experience how to utilize the musician "56" not only in the entertainment sector but also in society's aspect.

In conclusion, "Welcome to School" achieved far beyond expectations. Although it didn't reach the top spot in music broadcasts, which was almost impossible given the sentiment in the Korean music industry, it topped the charts for two weeks in three major music streaming sites and was nominated for the top spot on CBC Radio's Popular Music and KMnet's KM Music Box, one of the three major cable channels.

However, from that point on, Oyeonju's pressure began to mount.

"What is the company's purpose? Isn't it to maximize profits? Are we currently engaged in charity work?"

Oyeonju's point of attack on Hong Gyeong-su was simple. It was about the company's bringing in too little. There were also criticisms that the company was giving too much leeway.

"Hong Manager, did you apply double withholding tax rates? You already know that withholding tax rates have been applied to both the original payment and the arrangement payment, don't you? What will happen if you add them together again? Are you trying to deceive us carelessly, or are you truly ignorant?"

No matter how complex the accounting methods are changed, or how contract terms are interpreted in a favorable light, the truth is seen through without blinking an eye. Moreover, according to rumors, Isanghyeon's first action upon joining Ogyeong Media was to turn on the perennial pen-shaped recorder.