Tokyo Bubble Life

 Came to Fuji TV, which he hadn’t been to for a while, and when he walked out of the parking lot, Naoki Nagayama felt like he was revisiting his old place:

“Wu Chunjun, this is where I entered the entertainment industry three years ago!”

Kawahara Takeharu, who was driving people here as a driver, was full of doubts. After joining Shuyou, he had carefully understood the history of his president's fortune: "Naoki-san entered the entertainment industry, not as a manager at SunMusic Agency, but after selling The first song?”

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Nagayama Naoki's emotions were all choked in his throat, and he finally said:

"Wu Chunjun, when the president expresses his feelings, you only need to nod and applaud, and then show your approval. Only in this way can you be promoted step by step, do you understand?"

Kawahara Takeharu immediately understood and nodded seriously, with a face full of approval, "Naoki-san is right!"

 “There’s no need to perform now!” A black line appeared on Naoki Nagayama’s forehead.

“I did what Naoki-san said?” Takeharu Kawahara was puzzled.

“.” Nagayama Naoki sighed, “Wuchun-kun, you still need to practice on the front line for a few more years.”

This time I brought him here not only to get acquainted, but also for matters related to Shizuka Kudo. After all, Takeharu Kawahara is already an experienced agent and knows a lot about the firm.

While the two were talking, they arrived at the floor where Sugiura Otayoshi and others were. As soon as they got out of the elevator, they found that Nishi Rumi was already waiting.

 “Zhi Shusang, are you having a smooth journey?”

“Hi, there’s no traffic jam.” Naoki Nagayama smiled, and then introduced Takeharu Kawahara behind him, “This is Takeharu Kawahara, Shuyu’s agent.”

"This is our first meeting. I am Takeharu Kawahara, please give me your advice." Takeharu Kawahara handed over his business card respectfully.

 “This is the first time we meet, I am Nishi Rumi.”

 The two got to know each other briefly, and then Naoki Nagayama followed Nishi Rumi towards the preparation office. On the way, Nishi Rumi was still introducing:

"Naoki-san, the recent ratings of "Dusk Meow Meow" are actually slowly declining. Since it is broadcast every day, there is no cliff-like downward trend yet."

"Well, such a program depends entirely on new audiences. If there are no new viewers, it will only maintain a downward trend." Naoki Nagayama said, "And variety shows have a ceiling, so it is inevitable that they will flourish and decline. .”

“However, there are longevity programs in the station that last for more than ten years.”

"These programs must have put a lot of effort into cultivating viewers' viewing habits and enhancing fans' stickiness." Naoki Nagayama did not refute, but analyzed, "But although "Dusk Meow" is very interactive, it also makes fans There is a sense of participation, but there is nothing that can really capture fans."

While walking and talking, Nagayama Naoki and the other three came to the preparation office, where Sugiura Otayoshi and Akimoto Yasushi were already waiting, as well as several familiar screenwriters.

“Naoki-san, ignore me!” Otasu Sugiura smiled warmly, “You haven’t been here for more than a month!”

“Haha, I’ve been a little busy lately~” Nagayama Naoki also responded with a smile, “Da Tai-san, Akimoto-san, how are you doing lately?”

 “It’s all good, it’s all good, I’m just worried about the ratings of the show.” Otasu Sugiura smiled bitterly and asked Naoki Nagayama to sit down.

During the greetings, Naoki Nagayama once again introduced Takeharu Kawahara to several people. After several people exchanged business cards, Naoki Nagayama said:

“Akimoto-san, the latest program video should have been edited, right? Let me take a look first~”

"Hi!"

 The TV in the preparation office began to play the filming scenes of "Dusk Meow Meow". Since the last time we talked about going rebellious, the overall atmosphere has become a lot more gothic, the main color has become dark, and the players are playing games and interacting, which also seems to have a stronger sense of conflict.

Nagayama Naoki looked at the current appearance of "Dusk Meow" very seriously. Even the variety show that does not even have "Let's Learn to Meow Together" is completely different from what it was originally planned.

 After finishing reading at fast forward speed, Naoki Nagayama frowned and said:

“Da Tai-san, Akimoto-san, as far as the format of the program is concerned, "Twilight Meow Meow" is already very bloated, and there is no good solution unless it is re-planned from scratch. But then it is a new program."

"this"

Sugiura Oitai also looked embarrassed, and he also knew the current crux. However, it is impossible to abandon "Dusk Meow" or to drastically reshape it. The current ratings are still acceptable, and the management of the TV station will not allow it.

At this time, Akimoto Yasushi said in a urging tone: "Naoki-san, we also know that it is difficult, so we specially invited you to come here this time. Is there really nothing we can do?"

  Meaning, I asked you Naoki Nagayama to come here to gnaw a hard bone. If it doesn't work, does that mean Naoki Nagayama is incompetent?

Nagayama Naoki didn’t pay attention to his tone. He had already prepared the manuscript before he came:

“What I’m saying is that there are no long-term ideas, but of course there are short-term methods!”

 “What can I do?” Sugiura Oitai asked immediately with concern.

“It’s very simple. Summer is here, let the contestants do a cool summer special at the beach”

Before he finished speaking, he heard Yasushi Akimoto interject: "Summer seasonal planning is the same as other variety shows, we have it, such as swimming pools, water parks, beach volleyball, and swimsuit parties, etc. Isn't that right? What a special idea."

Nagayama Naoki glanced at Yasushi Akimoto in surprise. This guy's fat face turned red because of his recent interruption. Wasn't this guy a bit aggressive today? what happened?

“Of course it’s not like this, Akimoto-san, just listen to me~” Naoki Nagayama comforted him and continued, “Have you all heard of reality shows?”

“??” Several other people were a little confused.

"As a program producer, have you ever watched Hitler's "Family Adventures: An Evening with the Germans"?" Naoki Nagayama said, this program can be said to be the earliest reality show.

Looking at the people shaking their heads in unison, Nagayama Naoki sighed and began to popularize what a reality show is.

"In short, let the members of the Kitty Club spend a summer vacation or a vacation week at the beach in the summer, then rent a hotel, and arrange cameras in every corner to capture the contestants' most authentic appearance. "

  Naoki Nagayama talked about ways to increase traffic in the short term.

"From the original idols of ordinary people, they have become 'real idols' under the lens. Understanding their emotions and true personalities has brought the distance between fans and idols closer. Interactive games were designed during the filming process. During the process, we are always ready to eliminate contestants based on the opinions of the audience.”

Sugiura Oyasu, Nishi Rumi and Akimoto Yasushi all listened to Nagayama Naoki's words very carefully, and they all felt the attraction of the reality show format.

“Naoki-san, this format can definitely be carried out for a long time!” Otayoshi Sugiura said excitedly, “"Twilight Mew Reality Show" can definitely be made into a long-term popular program format!"

"Yeah, it's true," Naoki Nagayama said, "but it's also easy to be imitated. After the first episode, maybe there will be various reality shows on other TV stations! By then, "Dusk Meow Meow" We are still going to be left behind.”

Reality shows are still a new thing in the current era, so it can be a booster for "Twilight Meow" that pursues freshness.

However, with the broadcast frequency of one issue a day, the creativity cannot keep up!

Nagayama Naoki put forward the idea of ​​a reality show and asked Fuji TV to promote it. He also wanted all TV stations to participate and cultivate the audience's acceptance of reality shows. He was preparing for the future "Running Man"!

“However, the ratings this summer should be able to go up a notch.” Naoki Nagayama finally concluded. “As expected, it’s Naoki-san!” Nishirumi immediately praised her after hearing this, “I have such a good idea all of a sudden!”

 After her introduction, everyone in the planning office started to praise her. As people in the entertainment industry, they are very skilled in complimenting people~

However, Yasushi Akimoto seems a little unconvinced: "Naoki-san said before that this was a short-term idea? So will "Dusk Meow Meow" definitely decline in the long term?"

“There are no long-lasting programs~” Nagayama Naoki patted him on the shoulder, “Akimoto-san, in fact, in the long run, we need to prepare for a transformation. From a program to a girl group.”

"The real core of "Dusk Meow" should be in the Kitten Club!"

　　　　???”

Although Akimoto Yasushi looked confused, Nagayama Naoki did not continue to talk to the "father of idol girl groups" about the management of girl groups such as AKB48 and Nogizaka46.

 Flowing idols, the hard-hitting AKB and Nogizaka have moved from the camera to the idol girl group outside the camera. This is the development path of neon idols in the future!

Nagayama Naoki looked at the time:

 “I’ve been saying this for so long without even realizing it.”

 Then he turned to Sugiura Otasu: "It's been a long time since I've seen the filming of Kitty Club. Otaisan, let's go to the studio and have a look!"

 I have come up with an idea, where is the promised reward? !

"Ah, that's true." Otasu Sugiura nodded immediately, "About the Kitty Club, I am more familiar with Akimoto-san, so let Akimoto-san accompany Naoki-san!"

 In the dedicated studio of "Dusk Meow", the recording of the next program is being intensely carried out.

Since Shizuka Kudo joined the Kitten Club, she has been busy recording almost every day. After all, it has to be broadcast every day.

School has been suspended, and I can’t study in books anyway. Although being an idol is very tiring, my monthly salary can reach 300,000, which is almost the same as a white-collar worker!

But today, she felt a little distracted. Last night, Akimoto Yasushi and Nishi Rumi talked with her about transferring her to Shuyou's banner.

Although she kept saying it was for her own good, Kudo Shizuka clearly had no right to refuse. In the contract she signed with the agency behind Kitten Club, Shuyou was the shareholder.

 Shizuka Kudo, who has been exposed to many dark sides of society, has heard about the unspoken rules in the entertainment industry, but this is the first time that it has happened to her~

"If the guys from Shuyou want to mess around, I will never agree to it! Don't even think about it, such as a job or anything like that!"

 This little girl, who is only 15 years old, has made up her mind silently!

While the Kitty Club was continuing to record, the studio door opened, and then Yasushi Akimoto came in with several people.

A few people watched for a while, and then during a break in filming, Akimoto Yasushi said to the director and cameraman on the scene:

 “Mina-san, let’s rest for a while~”

"Hi!"

 The staff naturally had no doubts and relaxed a little after the notification. At this time, Nishi Rumi called Kudo Shizuka over~

“Shizuka-chan, you should know this, Naoki Nagayama, the president of Shuyu.” Nishirumi pulled the little girl and said, “You will work under him from now on.”

Nagayama Naoki has been to "Dusk Meow Meow" many times before. Shizuka Kudo has also seen Nagayama Naoki from a distance several times, but only after a few glances.

Now Naoki Nagayama is really standing in front of him, with a clear jawline, a high bridge of nose, deep eyes, and a gentle smile at the corner of his mouth

The little girl looked at the tall and handsome man in front of her blankly, and a thought suddenly came to her mind:

“If the person you want to marry is Naoki Nagayama, then there is absolutely no problem!”

Then he began to fantasize about how he could quietly open an opening for Naoki-san while showing his determination that he would never allow it. After all, it was not impossible for him to be Naoki-san.

 “Shizuka-chan? Shizuka-chan?!”

 The voice of Nagayama Naoki awakened the little girl who was full of strange thoughts in her head.

"Hi!" Kudo Shizuka was excited and replied in a panic, "Okay!"

　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　??

 Naoki Nagayama just asked whether Fuji TV had told her in advance, but since Shizuka Kudo’s answer was yes, it should have been communicated~

"Haha, then from now on, the Girl'sGroup agency under Shuyu will arrange Shizuka-chan's work." Naoki Nagayama smiled, then pointed at Takeharu Kawahara and said, "This is Takeharu Kawahara, and he will be your agent from now on. No matter if you have any questions about life or work, please come to him!"

 “First meeting.” X2

  Shizuka Kudo found herself in a daze when she was dumped by Naoki Nagayama to a young-looking agent.

　Why do you feel like there is something wrong with the script?

Shouldn’t it be that Naoki Nagayama took a fancy to him, snatched him from the kitten club as a tree friend, and then took him with him to teach (teach) him?

 What now?

After Naoki Nagayama agreed, he continued to talk to Yasushi Akimoto and Rumi Nishi:

"Kawahara Takeharu will handle the subsequent immigration procedures for Akimoto-san and Nishuru Misan. Since Shizuka-chan has been transferred to Shuyu, she will not need to participate in the summer reality show mentioned earlier. We will arrange subsequent records for her later. Debut.”

 Akimoto Yasushi nodded, and then said with some reluctance:

“Naoki-san, first Hidden Maki Kaoru, and then Kudo Shizuka, the Kitty Club is almost becoming the reserve team of tree friends!”

 So it’s because of this!

Nagayama Naoki found out the reason why Akimoto Yasushi’s attitude was a little awkward today.

He has always regarded girl groups like Kitty Club as his favorites, and his future wives are all found in girl groups. This time, Naoki Nagayama has taken away a potential idol, so naturally he is in a bad mood.

 “Hahaha~ No way. After all, I don’t have any better ideas~”

After continuing to chat with the two for a while, Naoki Nagayama saw Takeharu Kawahara walking over: "Naoki-san, do you want to continue today's recording Shizuka-chan?"

"Well, I'm not in such a hurry. Let Shizuka-chan continue to record today's program." Nagayama Naoki said, "Tomorrow is the weekend. You just go and explain the situation to Shizuka-chan's parents. After all, it's such a big thing, guardian You still have to be informed.”

“Hi, I understand!” Takeharu Kawahara nodded in agreement.

There is nothing to continue to say, so I plan to resign. Naoshan Naoki nodded at the Kudo Shizhixiang on the side.

 Come on, Kudo Shizuka, she is only 15 years old this year. Although her facial features are delicate and distinctive, she is also as thin as a bean sprout. She is very similar to the legendary spiritual girl.

 What Naoki Nagayama values ​​​​is her future potential in the idol industry!

Because there will be a press conference tomorrow, Nagayama Naoki returned to the studio to make some preparations after leaving Fuji TV. It was already evening when he returned to Yamazakura-in.

The sunset in summer is the most beautiful. The sunset dyes the clouds like fish scales red, and outlines golden-red cloud patterns on the blue scroll. It is magnificent and contains a mysterious aura.

When this ray of sunshine shines on the steel and concrete, there is no trace, but it leaves a footprint when it passes over the lush green trees in the city, painting the leaves with a dark red color, like maple leaves in autumn.

The cherry blossom trees in Yamazakura Garden are no exception~

As for Yantaro, who was lying on the verandah, his white hair had turned bright red, as if he had gone to a hair salon to dye it. However, the orange cat next to him had not changed much, it just gradually changed from orange to orange.

 “Yutaro, I’m back!”

Naoki Nagayama happily petted the dog who welcomed him warmly.

 “Get ready, I’ll take you for a walk!”

 So I saw Taro happily holding his own dog leash~

 At night, it happens to be the live broadcast time of "Musicstation". Even if Akina Nakamori is not in Tokyo, she still needs to make a live broadcast connection~

 “It’s really hard work~”

Looking at Akina, who was still in her singing uniform, singing "Ten Commandments" on the screen, Naoki Nagayama could only sigh again.

“I’m not even in the hotel this time. I probably didn’t go back after the concert. I just waited in the venue for the live broadcast~”

 Naoki Nagayama knew that he might not be able to talk to Akina on the phone today, because after today's live broadcast, he would probably have a late-night snack, a celebration banquet, etc. with the staff, and then rush directly to a hotel in the next city to rest.

 There will be another performance tomorrow morning.

 “It’s really hard work~”

say it again.

 (End of this chapter)