LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 67
The new song from the Celestial Realm Project has been released.
After releasing their first single, there had been quite a long silence, so this announcement garnered a lot of attention from many people.
[Evaluation of This Celestial Realm Song]
Regardless of preferences, among viewers who have watched Celestial Realm Project members’ broadcasts, there might not be a better song than this one.
The lyricist seemed like someone I hadn’t heard of before, but apparently, they have been tuning in to the broadcasts.
Especially Miro’s part is top-notch.
– For real, I’m addicted to Miro’s part.
– ? It was just garbage, lol. Looks like something only those nerds would like.
– Did you even read a line of the main text?
– Yeah, no matter how garbage you say it is, it still made it to the top. Lol.
[Miro, but why is she so shy? Haha]
The lyrics are a bit cringy, but she recorded well and now is having a breakdown, haha.
– For real, she looks like she hates it.
– Her embarrassment is super cute.
– She’s not even someone who watches YouTube, so why would the song be any different? Haha.
[Why is this one-trick song from the bottom of the charts suddenly trending?]
If it’s just going to climb the charts, what’s the difference from a cover song? Lol.
– Take that back…!
– This time it’s not bad.
– You call that not bad? Lol. Last time it flopped hard.
– Why are you so mad? A song release is a good thing, isn’t it?
– Good? What’s good? It’s pathetic seeing those nerds make a fuss over a song. Haha.
– Uh… No, just hang in there.
– For real, this dude is digging in hard. Haha.
– It’s like he got beaten by Miro. Haha.
– Oh, it charted, you idiot. Haha.
– What do you mean it charted? Lol.
– It just did, you dumbass. Haha.
– Wow, why is it so crazy?
– Haha.
[Real-time chart of the Celestial Realm’s new song]
(Real-time ranking on a famous music site)
“Rank 45”
Let’s have a drink~
– This is a bit insane;
– Why is it suddenly at 45? Is it fabricated?
– Dude… it gets tallied all at once.
– This guy, for real. Haha.
[Is that really the Celestial Realm that used to look like losers?]
It feels like just yesterday we saw dozens of people auditioning; they’ve really grown!
– This guy is definitely a Celestial Realm newbie. Haha.
– Did they ever look like losers? They grew up fast getting help from The Six. Haha.
– For real, they’ve been boosted since the start.
– No one else has gotten so big without trying.
– That’s not true, lol.
– What? Haha. It’s totally true.
– As a current Miro fan, it’s definitely true.
– Because you’re a Miro fan, you say it’s true, you bastard.
– That’s definitely true. Haha.
[Real-time shoutout from a famous celebrity to Celestial Realm]
(Male idol group member’s Instagram)
Oh, now it’s an insider pick~
– Is this for real?
– Then it must be fabricated.
– Who is this guy? Bringing in some unknown idol for what, an insider pick? Haha.
– Seriously, if you don’t know who he is, you should step outside a bit.
– People who watch VTubers talking about going outside are ridiculous. Haha.
Despite everyone writing harshly, the community was somewhat in a festive mood about the fact that a VTuber song made it onto the charts.
And amidst all that…
[But isn’t this Miro?]
A post surfaced in the community, but…
– Don’t cross the line, you nerd. Haha. Just because you get praised, you don’t know when to stop.
In any case, perhaps due to bad timing, it got buried.
**
After a tumultuous summer, autumn began.
In the meantime, whether our song is climbing the charts or getting featured in articles as a successful new virtual idol group, it was all just noise to me…
“What does it have to do with you?”
“Huh?”
“It’s your achievement, so pay a little attention.”
Hearing my words, my manager spoke in disbelief, but I calmly replied.
“Is that so? But isn’t that song about Miro and not Suhyun?”
“Geez, just give up already. The only one who says it’s cringe is Miro.”
“My viewers say that too…”
“Why would someone who knows everything say that?”
Yeah, yeah, I know everything.
All that joking around with lyrics on my broadcasts.
All the nicknames that were formed all because I disliked it.
But what can I do? I just can’t watch it.
“More importantly, why are you acting so shy after doing a good recording?”
“What I do and what I watch are two different matters…”
It’s the same with broadcasts; it’s fine speaking, but afterwards, you get embarrassed and can’t bear to rewatch.
I don’t even watch most of the videos posted on my YouTube channel.
“Geez, that’s just how it is. By the way, how do you feel about meeting them soon?”
“I’m not sure why I’m here, but I am a bit excited.”
“Not sure? Didn’t you say you were coming?”
“As the youngest, I’m taking the lead.”
The day after the song was released.
The manager asked in the notice room if any of the members would come to the company for a meeting.
He said it was for a light meeting with those who were close to passing out of the Celestial Realm Project second generation, and they needed someone to pretend to be staff and ask questions as a senior.
He even added that it would make for good material later on the broadcast.
However, what kind of people are Celestial Realm Project members?
Generally, they’re homebodies who broadcast from their homes.
So if you suddenly ask who would be available to meet potential juniors at the company… no one would be willing to step up.
Eventually, the team’s adorable youngest has to raise her hand awkwardly.
“Well, it’s not a hard task. It’ll mostly be me speaking casually, so you just need to jump in sometimes.”
“Yeah, if you just throw me under the bus, I was thinking of not showing up.”
“…Seriously?”
“Oops, I was kidding. If you take that seriously, what does that make me?”
“Miro’s words are a bit hard to take as a joke.”
…Why? Half of what I say is a joke, and you find it hard to take as a joke. How have we been communicating all this time?
“By the way, aren’t you dressed a bit too nicely for this?”
Seeing my stylish attire, the manager frowned slightly in discomfort.
For the manager to frown at my current appearance, that’s not an easy feat.
“It’s just… since it’s my first time meeting a potential junior…”
This is kind of like a first meeting, isn’t it?
Of course, they won’t know I’m Miro now, but they’ll find out later, so this meeting will determine my first impression.
Then as a senior, shouldn’t I have a sleek and classy first impression?
Besides, the weather has cleared up, and it’s been a while since I’ve worn nice clothes.
“You often talk about how you’re aware of your appearance; why are you acting like this? What if you get so flustered you can’t even speak?”
“A good episode for the broadcast later on.”
“Hmm… now I wonder if I should call Anna over.”
“Anna eonni’s face is all over the internet; if she comes out, they’ll surely notice?”
“That’s true…”
“And the other members speak in a similar tone on broadcasts as they do normally. That’s why I’m the perfect candidate for this, you know?”
Having come to take the lead as the youngest; upon reflection, there’s no one as fitting as me.
Only I, Miro, can tease the juniors face-to-face.
“That’s true. Anyway, it’s almost time, so I’d appreciate it if you could handle it well.”
“Yep, don’t worry.”
Thus, the manager and I sat side by side, awaiting the candidates for the second generation.
This time there are two people to see.
They won’t come in at the same time; one by one, on schedule.
I wonder who will come in first?
According to the manager, one person is a bit introverted…
Knock, knock—
At that moment, someone knocked at the door, and a voice came from beyond.
– Can I come in?
It was unexpectedly a husky voice.
“Please come in!”
At the manager’s response, the door opened, and a girl entered the reception room.
The girl glanced nervously at me sitting next to the manager, but quickly composed herself and bowed to greet us.
“Hello! I’m Harbin!”
“Yes, yes, please straighten up and take a seat here.”
“…?”
As I naturally suggested the front seat to Harbin, I felt the manager’s gaze on me.
Hey, this is the moment.
In situations like this, a stylish and classy woman like me leads the way.
Though this was different from what I previously stated, as soon as I saw Harbin, the flustered junior, I felt it was the right approach.
I looked somewhat like a face card while the manager took on the expert-like role.
“…How was your journey here, Harbin?”
The manager, who had briefly glanced at me, quickly composed his expression and attempted to break the ice with Harbin.
“Oh, the subway was empty, so it was a comfortable ride.”
“That’s good to hear. So, you know why you’re here today, right?”
“Um… I heard it was for a meeting before the final acceptance.”
“That’s right.”
Hmm, the junior Harbin looked visibly tense.
But is Harbin a nickname? I feel like I’ve heard it before somewhere.
“Honestly, we’re not putting any pressure on you; we just wanted to have a light Q&A before acceptance.”
“Right… If you have any questions for me, I’ll answer anything.”
Oh, she’s nerve-wracking, but her enthusiasm is overwhelming.
Is this the second generation?
Well, with the current growth trend, it’s no surprise they’re feeling pressure.
Where should I start with the questions?
Actually, there was a question I wanted to ask since before I came here.
“So, what do you think about the first generation of the Celestial Realm Project?”
“…”
However.
The moment I asked the question, the atmosphere suddenly went cold.
What’s going on?
Why is the vibe so suddenly tense?
Snicker—
It seems like I might have asked the question poorly, as the manager nudged me in the ribs with his elbow.
Just as I noticed my mistake and was about to withdraw the question, Harbin, who had been silent, finally spoke.
“I have many mixed feelings… If I hadn’t dropped out back then, I believe I would’ve received a lot of love by now…”
Oh… she was a first-generation audition participant?
Now that I think about it, something seems to be coming back to me.
Harbin… Harbin…
Ah.
There was indeed a name like that among the finalists.
I also remember viewers complaining in the community about why she didn’t get picked.
Hmm…
I think I was the last person chosen among the final acceptance candidates.
Aah.
I suddenly want to go home.