Now That I Have Become a Woman, I Am a Vtuber

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“Then… shall we just give it a rough go?”

“Ugh, that sounds good.”

Yeah, since we’re here, trying it out isn’t such a bad idea.

“By the way, are the staff members not getting unnecessarily stressed because of me?”

It’s not just a simple “hold the camera and shoot” situation when filming; I wondered if I was causing them too much hassle, but Director Toad waved his hand dismissively.

“No, it’s fine. Besides, I can shoot alone right now.”

“Oh, really?”

“Yes, I’ve got the equipment, and I’m a phoenix rising from the mud—I started as a staff member to becoming a director, I shoot better than those active kids.”

“Director, you’re good at filming, so let me entrust it to you.”

“Sure, well…”

It’s not like I really need to trust anyone with anything, you know?

Everyone here is a professional; can I even tell the difference between good and bad shooting?

“Then while you prepare a bit, how about memorizing the script? If it’s really hard, you can just read from the script while acting. It’s just a test anyway, haha!”

With that, I received the script that Director Toad handed over with a friendly smile.

When did he prepare this? A young staff member hurried over earlier; could it be that they fetched this?

Feels like I’m causing trouble in many ways…

Ugh, whatever. It’s not like I asked for it.

I decided to just relax and think of it that way.

“Is this all I need to memorize?”

Honestly speaking, it was a bit embarrassing to even call it a script; just a few sheets of paper were all there was.

Given it had scenarios written on both sides, the actual thing I needed to memorize was less than a single page.

“Yes, take your time to memorize it.”

“I’ll do my best.”

Just one piece of paper, huh?

Though it looks like this, I’m confident I can memorize it.

While Moon Chang-sik and Director Toad prepared various things, I quickly memorized the script.

Well, there really isn’t much to it.

I just need to put on a poker face and toss out a few lines.

As I was diligently staring at the script, Moon Chang-sik approached.

“Did you memorize it all?”

“Yes, I memorized everything.”

“Oh, you memorized quickly. That’s good.”

Well… is there anything bad about memorizing quickly? He’s praising the tiniest things.

“Then shall we give it a shot? How do you feel? Nervous?”

“What do I look like?”

“You don’t look nervous at all.”

“True. It doesn’t feel real, so I’m not thinking about anything.”

It’s so sudden that I can’t even feel nervous.

And maybe it’s intentional, but the light atmosphere with Director Toad and Moon Chang-sik lessens the pressure.

If that was the plan… I wouldn’t even know. I guess I just have to roll with it.

“Just come over here. Just focus on your voice, and act like you normally do.”

“Okay.”

My voice has always been regarded as good since the early days of broadcasting, so I’m confident in that.

So, I stepped into the prepared filming location with Moon Chang-sik and reviewed the script again.

So… first, I should show some recording inside the recording studio.

I don’t actually have to sing, right? While I was spacing out, Moon Chang-sik spoke up.

“Um, could you at least pretend to sing for a bit? You sing well, right?”

“Oh, got it.”

Ah, so I have to inject some detail even for a test.

What song should I sing?

Suddenly, a myriad of Japanese songs rushed through my mind, but I tried hard to erase them.

I sang a suitable ballad, and Director Toad looked surprised and stared at me.

Whoa, that gaze is a little intimidating, isn’t it?

Look at that greedy glimmer in his eyes.

Anyway, after finishing the song, I approached Moon Chang-sik, who was acting based on the script.

“How was it?”

Ugh… thinking about acting makes me feel a bit cringey.

But still…

“Hmm, well, it’s pretty good.”

I looked at Moon Chang-sik in front of me.

Where did that slightly respectful demeanor from earlier go? He seemed like a completely different person.

Should I say he seemed a bit languid and lifeless?

Whatever the case, I could tell he was earnestly acting.

How can I perform carelessly in this situation?

Well, it’s not like I have the acting skill to do it carelessly.

“Is it good? It can’t be just ‘good’.”

I spoke my memorized lines and sat on the pre-prepared sofa.

But now that I think about it, for a supporting role, there’s surprisingly a lot to do, isn’t there?

Just because it’s one piece of paper doesn’t mean it’s nothing, right?

Anyway, I acted not quite acting as per the script.

By the way, the lines… do I really have an image like this?

I sound more arrogant than I thought.

No, should I say overflowing with confidence?

“Wow, that was really great.”

After acting, Director Toad welcomed me with a big smile.

“How was it after shooting once?”

“Um… to be honest, I’m not sure.”

“Then let’s take a look.”

Pointing at a laptop set aside, Director Toad said.

“You can monitor it right there.”

“Oh….”

And monitoring it makes it feel like a real professional actor.

As I approached the makeshift desk with the monitor, there was a screen showing what we just filmed.

Wow, seeing my face through the camera brings a real wave of nostalgia.

Maybe it’s because I got ready?

I feel like I could slap most actresses in the face with this.

And it seems my thoughts weren’t just mine, as Director Toad beside me said in admiration.

“Wow, the camera really loves you. It’s almost a waste for a supporting role.”

Hmm… I haven’t decided on the appearance yet.

Still, it felt really good to be filming.

Honestly, it’s a good experience, and being a supporting role might make a buzz… but it probably won’t last long.

Just a brief moment of shine, right?

But is this dragging on the right thing? My thoughts are gradually leaning towards appearing.

“What do you think? Do you think I look good on screen too, Soo-hyun?”

“Um… yeah.”

“It’s not easy for the camera to love someone from the start. It’s often referred to as camera massaging, right? The makeup and styling need to be tailored to come out nicely with the camera and lighting, but Soo-hyun, whoa, you won’t need a stylist.”

…Are they praising me too much? Is that how it is?

Well… it does look pretty good, but…

“Director, are you just saying empty words? I think it turned out great too.”

Moreover, Moon Chang-sik chimed in from the side.

And moreover, he’s standing next to Director Toad, pretending he’s not involved while giving him snappy remarks.

Well, the director of a film and a lead actor are doing all this just because of me…

Yeah, what could it be?

“Certainly looks great…”

“So…?”

Opportunities to appear in a film won’t come easily.

If I have a kid in the future, I can brag about it.

The reasons to do it outweigh the reasons to not do it by far, right?

“Um… should we first take a look at the contract?”

This I can’t avoid.

I’m just making a rational choice, that’s all.

“You’ve made a good choice! But what about the agency…?”

Agency? There’s something similar, but…

“No, there isn’t.”

The Six is Miro’s company, not Kim Soo-hyun’s, right?

Last time, the manager explicitly pointed out that Soo-hyun and Miro are different.

So, practically, I’ll be doing this contract all by myself.

“There’s none?”

Moon Chang-sik, who had been listening to my conversation with the composer, looked at me strangely, but hey, even if there was, I wouldn’t be able to get any help.

“Yes, so I can just sign it.”

“No, that’s not it. Should I introduce you to my agency?”

“Excuse me?”

Um… can I double contract?

I’d have to check with my manager again on this.

No, thinking again, it’s just for this one time, do I really need an agency?

“I think it’d be fine not to introduce me.”

“Is that so? I understand.”

Fortunately, Moon Chang-sik withdrew without a word, and I signed the contract.

Well, there wasn’t much written, just confirming how much I’d get paid for the day… just that.

Naturally, it didn’t seem like they were going to use any of the scenes I just filmed for testing.

Something like they’ll contact me later to come?

And they did say the script might change a little… well, I get that filming doesn’t always go smoothly, so I replied that I understood.

After signing the contract, I started watching the actual filming.

Where am I right now? In the set where the movie is being filmed, with top-tier actor Moon Chang-sik present, right?

I can’t miss seeing Moon Chang-sik acting properly.

Well, the glares I’m getting from the other staff and actors saying “Who are you?” are a bit intense, but I can manage.

By the way…

“Wow.”

Moon Chang-sik really acts well.

I felt it during the camera test earlier, but is that really the same guy from before?

The face is the same, but it feels like he’s a different person altogether.

Is that what being a professional actor is like? If I practiced, could I do it like that?

I’m not really inclined to practice, but I’d like to perform like that.

After watching filming all afternoon, I took a taxi back home.

“What’s this?”

“It’s a famous director’s autograph; give it to Dad when he gets home.”

Back home, I handed the signature of Director Toad, which I had received before, to Mrs. Jang, who was watching TV in the living room, and headed to my room.

Alright, now that my schedule is done, should I do a broadcast before dinner?

I quickly entered the soundproof booth and turned on the broadcast.

[Today as well, that thing]

My viewers really should treat me well.

What kind of broadcasting host sets up a stream this well?

– Hello
– Are you doing that again?
– Stop it already
– Ugh, c’mon
– Oshi-HEN

Hmm, yeah, this is it.

As I gazed at the chat overflowing with comments from the start, I launched Beat Saber.

“Hey, isn’t this what you guys like?”

– Seriously, doing it for three days will make Mom’s curry taste bland.
– Stop it; I warned you.
– I like it, but ugh, these losers.
– No, let’s play League of Legends.
– Let’s just go to a café.

“Alright, today let’s break this song.”

Although being an actor or a singer is nice, at least it seems like this broadcasting feels more comfortable for me.

After that, I played Beat Saber for 30 minutes straight until I was too tired and turned it off.