LIGHTNOVELONLINE Chapter 75
Is Murasaki Tenshi going to be a guest at the Celestial Realm Project live performance?
This is truly a moment that the otaku from both Korea and Japan would flip for in sheer surprise.
Firstly, there’s hardly any common ground here, and the differences are just too vast, aren’t they? Why would a well-known big-name Vtuber from the homeland come to a live performance of a rookie Vtuber group that’s been around for less than a year?
Yet, just like that, such an offer was made.
Moreover, she wants me to appear as a guest during her own live performance.
“Hmm… I’ll think about it.”
It makes sense to accept it right away, but I hesitate a bit. Is it alright to be in her debt like this?
If I’m going to accept this, we should have already collaborated…
No, a collaboration and being a guest are clearly different things.
Besides, it’s not happening right away; there’s still more than three months to go. By then, things should stabilize for the broadcast…
Honestly, I’m tempted.
It might seem far off, but if it happens, that live performance would represent three months of hard work from me and the members, as well as countless unseen assists from the company.
It’s a chance to make such an event shine even brighter. The impact would surely be massive.
Then the company would plan more live performances…
The broadcast would grow, the members would be thrilled, and I’d build a closer friendship with Tenshi.
Huh? There’s really no reason to refuse, is there?
[So, what do you think? Have you thought it over?]
As I was lost in thought, Tenshi’s voice echoed, waiting for a response.
Right, let’s accept this.
Opportunities like this don’t come easily.
“Alright. Sounds good. But first, I’ll need to get my manager’s approval.”
[Great! Please let me know once you get permission.]
“Yes, thank you for the wonderful offer.”
I truly mean it. Tenshi seems a bit different now that she’s given me such an excellent proposal.
[Oh, not at all! Miro will be my guest too, right?]
That’s true, but how does being a guest work? I’ll need to experience it to understand.
“By the way, how do we handle the live filming?”
[Just come to our company! I plan to go to Miro’s company as well!]
“Huh?”
[When it’s time, I’ll let you know the location!]
“N-No.”
Tenshi’s company?
That means Japan, right? Does that mean I’ll have to go to Japan?
Unfortunately, I’ve never been abroad even once.
And Tenshi is coming to Korea too?
Really? Is that just for guest recording?
“Are you flying over? Won’t that be tough for you?”
I blurted out, a bit startled, and Tenshi replied in a calm tone as if nothing was wrong.
[Um… You can think of it as a business trip, can’t you?]
Ah, a business trip?
That hits home. With just one word, Tenshi makes it clear how heavy the responsibility of being a live guest is.
That’s right; what I’m doing isn’t just a hobby. It’s a real job.
Maybe that’s where she and I differ.
Murasaki Tenshi at least views this Vtuber endeavor as a proper job.
I’ve thought of it that way too, but part of me took it a bit lightly.
That’s definitely something I need to learn. Perhaps that’s one of the reasons she’s risen so high.
“Alright… I understand.”
I’ve never been to Japan, but if it’s for work, then fine.
If anything, I could just turn it into a family trip and leave Mrs. Jang and Manager Kim to have their date while I head to work alone.
[I see! I’ll be looking forward to the good news!]
Thus, I accepted Tenshi’s offer.
Now, all that’s left is to discuss it with my manager. I called right after finishing the game with Tenshi, but….
[The line is currently busy….]
The phone was not answered with that busy tone. Is she still informing the members? She might be on a work-related call.
Well, timing isn’t everything; I can always call after the broadcast.
After dinner with Mrs. Jang, I immediately turned on the broadcast.
Am I feeling nostalgic today for the first time in a while?
Seeing Tenshi’s professional demeanor has sparked something in me.
[Nangjungjichu Miro]
I set the title with nostalgic thoughts in mind.
Back then, I was raw and unrefined…
The viewers were fiercer, and I can’t believe I managed those broadcasts.
“Hello, everyone!”
-ㅎㅇㅎㅇ
-Long time no see on the title!
-Didn’t you use Chinese characters?
-Why is the title like that?
“The title is like this because I want to find my original self.”
-???
-Did you lose your original self?
-It’s surprisingly just like the first broadcast;
-Fact: The only change is the viewer count.
Honestly, when someone says they’re trying to find their original self, instead of support, they just poke fun right away.
Seems like the viewers are still stuck in their original selves too; they could afford to lose a bit of that.
“Please don’t be too harsh, and let’s have a good time.”
Saying that, I opened the Ideal Type World Cup window after a long while.
Back in the day, I was so bored that I did this constantly… it brings back memories.
-Oh
-Kya hahaha
-This is it
-I only saw this on YouTube
-How long has it been?
The viewers’ reactions are positive.
Strangely, this attracts more viewers than when I play games.
According to my manager, Ideal Type World Cups tend to have high views on our YouTube channel too?
This broadcast will probably be edited and uploaded to YouTube afterward, right?
“Today, we won’t hold back.”
I planned what to do while eating earlier.
It’s the J-Pop Ideal Type World Cup.
-Didn’t we do this?
-I think I’ve seen it on YouTube.
-Oh wow
– We’re doing this?
-Take your seats.
Well, just as the chat is saying, I’ve done this ages ago, but it’s been a while, and the Miro from back then is worlds apart from the current Miro.
“Since I’ve added new songs and improved my music skills, shall we see how it differs from back then?”
-Improvement?
-You?
-What growth? Do you just want to get by?
-Sigh, really, it’s like money just falls into your lap while you’re just clicking your mouse listening to songs.
A few viewers are complaining again as usual, but looking closely, they all have a subscriber badge.
Anyway, the ones who say they won’t enjoy it are the ones who watch anyway.
“Well then, let’s dive in!”
With that, I started the J-Pop World Cup.
“Let’s give it a listen.”
The first two songs were from artists I only recognized but had unfamiliar titles.
-What?
-What’s happening?
-What is this?
-What?
But before I could even listen to the songs, the chat began to buzz.
Do they know the songs? If the titles are unfamiliar to me, they probably aren’t that famous.
“Is this popular?”
-Yeah, super famous.
-Hmm… is that so?
-Only you don’t know.
-What do you mean ‘famous’, you bunch of otaku!
-I swear I’ve never seen this before in my life.
Whoa, looks like they’re about to argue again.
In moments like this, it’s best to quickly proceed and change the subject.
“Alright, let’s listen to the one on the left first.”
The left song was done by a well-known female singer named Oruki, whose name I’ve heard a few times.
Not bad, but it’s a bit distant from my taste.
How should I put it? It lacks that punch, I guess?
Sounds like the kind of song that’s rather boring.
-Kya
-Of course, Oruki!
-Hmm…
-The song’s great!
-This is it!
-Going for the left, let’s go!
The reactions in the chat, however, are very positive.
Do they really like this song? It seems like if it aligns with their taste, they’re thrilled…
“Hm… is that so?”
-???
-Hahaha, what did you just say?
-Seriously, it doesn’t seem that great, ㅋㅋ
-Just say it, MiCola!
With just one comment, the chat begins to buzz.
Wow, it’s been a while since I’ve seen such heated reactions.
It seems this song has its fans… but wait, it’s my stream, right?
“Well, it’s a bit bland. Let’s listen to the next song.”
-What? Did you just say that?
-It’s not bland at all!
-Really, listen to the highlight again!
-You need to listen multiple times to get it.
The responses are amusing.
Can I sense that the viewers are genuinely frustrated as they furiously type in the chat?
The right-side song had a lesser-known artist compared to the left female singer, but the track fit my taste perfectly.
The vocals are great, and the lively drum beats coupled with the deep bass tickle my ears; honestly, the music video is engaging too.
“This one’s definitely the right choice.”
-??
-Not once!
-Yeah, definitely the right one.
-To be honest, it’s great, haha.
-Let the host do as they please!
-Please play the one on the left again just once, Miro!
Seeing the chaos in the chat, I slyly picked the right song.
-No, what?!
-You picked that right away?
-Ah…
-Hahaha!
Once I make a selection, the screen transitions, and I’m faced with two more options to choose from.
-That’s obviously the right one.
-Going for the left.
-Let’s do this right this time.
-Going for the right, let’s go!
-Wow, the three great rains are here!
-Otaku, this is obviously the right one!
And once again, the viewers split between sides and start arguing.
This is turning out to be entertaining!
It’s even more enjoyable than before. Is it because of the massive audience?
Thousands of viewers are experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions with every choice I make.
It’s as if I am controlling their feelings…!
“Alright, let’s give it a listen!”
Now, there’s a song that I recognize.
It’s so famous, called one of the three great rains; the other song, unfortunately, I’ve never heard of with either the artist or the title.
-No way, this is obviously the right choice!
-Kya hahaha, OOR is a must, that’s obviously my pick.
-Yup, three great rains! That’s the right choice.
-Let the host do as they please!
-Let’s just listen!
It seems this other artist’s song is somewhat famous too. Whenever three great rains are mentioned, those songs must be quite the hits, right? Thus, there’s a huge debate going on in the chat.
I’m anticipating this moment now.
I started with the song tagged as one of the three great rains.
It begins with soothing piano sounds and a male vocalist’s sweet voice.
-Kya hahaha,
-Hmm… how’s it?
-It’s a little plain.
-Let’s hear the highlights!
While it may seem a bit dull at the beginning, as time goes on, the rhythm gets faster, more instruments join in, and the male vocals rise.
The diverse instruments intertwining with the melodious voice prove why this song is considered one of the three great rains.
Honestly, it’s good.
Really good. While it may not be my taste, it’s undeniably high-quality music.
-Kya, it’s insane.
-Now this is music!
-This is definitely the right choice!
The chat seemed to resonate with my vibes, buzzing alongside.
Yeah, right? Isn’t the song fantastic?
But….
“Hm, it’s a bit plain, isn’t it? Is it really that good?”
-???
-Seriously, don’t cross the line.
-Damn.
-For real, hahaha!
-This is getting out of hand, hahaha!
-Otaku are really stoked.
-You better take that back!
Just by uttering one sentence, the chat goes completely wild.
Why is everyone so serious about this World Cup?
While I’m having fun hosting.
“Um… Honestly, I’m not sure? Let’s listen to the next song?”
-No, what?!
-Are you doing this on purpose?
-Nodding while listening!
The viewers’ frustration made me chuckle, but I desperately tried to keep a straight face.
Ah, this is what streaming is all about.
Looks like I’m set for a solid healing session today.