8 PM.
At a temporarily erected stage on Jeju Island, the crowds were dense, filled with tourists of various skin colors gathered.
It must be said, as one of Asia's top tourist destinations, the footfall on Jeju Island is indeed massive. Especially at this juncture of spring and summer, tourists from all over the world flock here, adding a tidal wave of popularity to this beautiful island.
In such a densely populated scenario, Gu Bai's bodyguards were definitely diligent, closely following behind him. Although there were all sorts of sexy bikini outfits in the crowd, they didn't glance appreciatively at all but rather kept eagle-eyed vigilance on the surrounding crowds, fearing any threat to Gu Bai.
Gu Bai, on the other hand, weaved through the crowd with a relaxed face, without any tension.
Zheng Soo-yeon, Zheng Xiujing, and Lin Yun'er each had different states.
Over the past few days, Jung Soo-yeon had been accompanying Gu Bai
and occasionally glanced back at Gu Bai.
They couldn't really understand why Gu Bai.
If it weren't for Gu Bai somewhat pitying the inexperienced Zheng Xiujing, they probably wouldn't still be with Gu Bai at this time.
Meanwhile, Gu Bai occasionally glanced at the backs of the supporting Zheng Xiujing and Lin Yun'er, a faintly meaningful smile on his lips.
The formidable physique of 100 points was just slightly showcased.
Now Gu Bai had a clear understanding of his combat prowess and simply wanted to experience the thrill of transforming into Yip Man.
Fight ten!
This large group looked especially conspicuous amid the crowd at the edge of the stage; the three women were national-level idols in Korea. To reduce the impact, they all wore masks. Nevertheless, their hot figures still attracted many prying eyes, though fearing the nearly ten bodyguards behind Gu Bai, no one dared to approach.
Suddenly, Gu Bai, who had been silent, couldn't help but ask, "This kind of ordinary performance doesn't charge ticket fees, and they invited IU, a top-tier idol in your Korea, whose appearance fee shouldn't be low, right? How do they make money?"
Hearing Gu Bai's inquiry, before Lin Yun'er could answer, Jung Soo-yeon, who had been standing by him, smiled and explained, "Actually, this mode wouldn't make much money if ticket fees were charged, as most here are overseas tourists, many just looking for evening fun, and very few are local Korean fans.
If they charged, probably not many would be willing to spend money to watch the show."
"So how do they make money?"
"The officials grant some subsidies, and another part is like what you mentioned on the car, fleecing the wealthy."
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Seeing Gu Bai's puzzled look, Jung Soo-yeon pointed at the flower wreaths near the stage in the distance, "Do you see those wreaths? That's where the organizers make money."
Gu Bai remained silent, continuing to listen to Jung Soo-yeon's explanation.
"Besides inviting big-name idol stars to headline, there are also many small stars, or peripheral artists, performing. After any star or artist's performance, there's a break of two or three minutes, during which the audience can participate.
The audience can spend money to buy flower wreaths for their favorite performers. The top-ranked, or top three audiences giving wreaths, can make a request of the performers, a request for private interaction, unmanaged by the organizers.
Just like how we, Girls' Generation, participated in several such performances before, receiving numerous wreaths. But since S·M Company signed a contract with the organizers against any requests negatively affecting artists, our top three audience requests were only for group photos and the like, not excessive at all.
But for those ordinary performers, it's different... they may very well go to the hotel with the top-gifting audience after the program. That's why these ordinary performers receive more wreaths than us famous artists."
After hearing Jung Soo-yeon's explanation, Gu Bai understood.
This concept is similar to the live streaming industry.
It's all about giving gifts online and feeling connected offline.
The only difference is that Jeju Island's performance style is more straightforward and revealing.
This reminded Gu Bai of those months shortly after getting the system when Zhao Weiwei, Li Zhun, and Tian Shu took him to various nightclubs and clubs in Shanghai, where a similar session occurred. Back then, for fun, Gu Bai also gave away gifts worth hundreds of thousands.
It seems the nightclub club model in the country was learned from Korea, but to be honest, throughout Asia, when it comes to having fun, the Koreans and those living well-off know best how to enjoy themselves.
Thinking of this, Gu Bai became more interested in tonight's performance.
He smiled and asked, "So, later when IU performs, there will also be this wreath-giving session, right?"
Jung Soo-yeon nodded, "There definitely will be, after all, no matter what, IU was invited by the organizers at a high price, so they have to earn back from her."
Gu Bai smiled satisfactorily, nodding slightly.
"Oppa, you're not thinking of getting to know Lee Ji-eun through this way, are you? It's not necessary, with your status, just one call to President Lee Boo-jin or President Lee Soo-man, and I bet Lee Ji-eun would come to you on her own."
"If I have her come to me, could she satisfy one of my requests?"
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