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I was facing an unexpectedly extreme situation. I thought I would be relieved if I could just return to my normal self, but then an unexpected obstacle appeared.
“It’s been a while.”
The sudden familiarity from the person next to me was unsettling.
What kind of situation is this? I was sweating profusely, wishing I could send an SOS to anyone. I couldn’t even run away from the front row of the audience with this camera in hand.
“But working a second job after getting a job selling data must be tough.”
“…”
“Well, you know.”
I don’t know…! I don’t understand the context of this conversation at all! He might have been an old acquaintance of Ryu Gunwoo, but I couldn’t be sure.
Um… is the person who sells data? Was he an acquaintance from back then?
But I can’t call Park Moondae now. It was almost time for TeSTAR’s performance. I couldn’t disrupt their comeback stage with this. So I thought to myself.
If I… were Gunwoo hyung! What would I have done in this situation?! I had never had to use such quick decision-making since a life-threatening test.
…I’ll keep my words to a minimum!
And I calmly responded. “… I’m not selling it for money anymore. Now it’s just a hobby.”
“Really?”
It seemed an appropriate response!
Fortunately, the other person seemed to think so too, and no more personal questions followed.
…I got through it!
Big Moon breathed a sigh of relief, but in fact, the person next to him, Ryu Seojin, was inwardly thinking. This kid has become somewhat gentle. Thinking that there was now some spare cash in his pocket, she asked another question.
“Ah, are you also taking TeSTAR too?”
“…Yes.”
“Who do you usually take photos of?”
“Moondae.” I could answer this without a shred of embarrassment. And then I… saw the person next to me nod.
“Your eye for quality is still good.”
“…”
It was an unusual choice of words. I was almost certain. This person must be selling data!
And Ryu Seojin also came to a conclusion. He’s still selling data, after all.
It was a perfect misunderstanding.
Then it happened.
[… Let’s meet them now!]
The MC’s announcement ended. At that moment, as if on cue, the two reacted.
Ah, it’s starting.
The two TeSTAR fans, each mistaking the other for a data seller, simultaneously turned their attention to the stage. The stage was lit with bright white lights for the awards, and finally, the overture began.
It’s Savior!
I gripped the camera excitedly and looked at it with bare eyes, planning to snatch a few shots.
-Click.
Blue and red lights came on stage, and suddenly, a grand formation centered on TeSTAR struck. The costume was a flamboyant coat inspired by traditional robes.
Uuuuh. I couldn’t believe I was seeing it up close before anyone else.
-There’s a desperate call
Hear the sound of my rushing feet
This intro is now so familiar I could recite it from memory.
Park Moondae came out onto the grand stage with large strides, starting the song piercingly.
-The first to appear
At the forefront!
It was thrilling to hear the high notes live.
Wow… I felt my heart trembling as I watched the stage.
This ‘Savior’ was arranged a bit more like retro rock, giving it a strangely modern feel. The intersection of band sound and orchestra sound was primitively thrilling.
Raebin is really a genius…
I, who had made acquaintances with Kim Raebin over the ice cream incident and having discussed related topics, swallowed.
-That’s my savior!
Let go of the tension and enjoy
A victorious night!
The Savior performance, presented like an award ceremony with a glamorous remix, ended.
“Wowwwww!!”
The cheers were deafening, and I was overwhelmed, but I held back because I couldn’t shake my camera.
Hyung didn’t bring the light stick…!
But the regret was brief. The lights on the stage changed, and music flowed again. Then, the light interludes.
“Gasp.”
… It’s a new song.
My eyes widened.
-Clap, clap, clap- Clap, clap!
On the stage, the blond Cha Eugene had come out of the formation and seated in a corner, spotlighted. With his hair half-covered with pomade, he looked quite impressed and joined the rest of the members who had just finished the ‘Savior’ stage, applauding them. Then, the members sighed and relaxed their formation.
“…?”
Bae Sejin began walking around, clipboard in hand, giving instructions as members stretched or lightly warmed up. Various reactions were captured by the camera, from Seon Ahyeon nodding attentively to Kim Raebin frowning in annoyance.
Acting?
It felt like a musical or theatrical composition. And then, a cheerful whistle sounded.
-Phrrreeeeeee!
In an instant, every member on stage stopped moving and turned to face the audience. On the display board, intense capital letters reminiscent of American comics appeared.
[PRACTICE IS OVER!!]
There was a sound effect resembling a school bell. Meanwhile, an exciting riff melody and drum beat kicked in. TeSTAR threw off their coats with a carefree expression and rushed to the front stage. It was as if they were heading out to play.
Gasp.
Inside their discarded coats were… clothing reminiscent of 1980s American high school teens. Each had a different composition and accessories, from knits to jeans, depending on their role.
Somehow, Cha Eugene, who had already picked up and put on a star-patterned jumper, strutted up and joined the group, forming an official formation at the center.
“…Huu.”
Lastly, a subtitle appeared at the bottom of the display board.
[TeSTAR – POSE]
The midi sound mixed with mechanical effects bounced at different pitches between the tempos like droplets of water. TeSTAR also changed formations as if bouncing on their steps.
-Make a pose
The way you want
Find your unique style
After Cha Eugene’s low and mid-range voice, which sounded like he was trying to show off, a similar verse melody continued with Park Moondae’s scratching high notes.
-(Make a pose!)
Sometimes, being bold
Might be okay
The tempo increased. A mirror ball spinning on stage. Light, fast, and complex steps fit perfectly into the dazzling light. In contrast, using fingers and the entire arm, the eye-catching upper body movements seemed ‘easy to follow.’
-Like dancing fireworks bursting
Melting hot summer night
Race through this night like it’ll never end
TeSTAR shone on stage like a symbol of color, light, and youthful mischief. The song ran briskly up like it would soar endlessly, following the flashy steps of disco. Then, as the pre-chorus passed, the bass dropped, changing the melody to a catchy minor key.
-Drrrrrrrr-!
An engine sound.
Then, a chorus close to hip-hop elegantly combined retro sounds with modern composition. In the chorus, Kim Raebin, who stepped forward kicking his feet, rapped playfully. The black fashion resembling emo or goth added to the mood.
-Slowly, slowly
Come closer
Grab this moment so you can’t move
Heavy rock bass danced on offbeat electronic sounds. Cha Eugene, who threw off his jacket, changed formations while stepping like in a Latin dance.
-In the pose!
Don’t worry about overdoing it
Just think of now, come in now
The part with the catchiest melody was the chorus, no matter who heard it.
-In the pose!
Don’t be too cautious about today
What is important right now
(yes) Right now!
Then, a section where the riff melody raced without vocals. Lee Sejin, pushing back his hair, came out with a smirk. He seemed to high-five Ryu Gunwoo before doing a solo dance at the center. That was…
Ah.
Indeed, it was the movement from their debut song, ‘High Five’!
Yes, TeSTAR had allocated a separate section in the performance where members could alternately ad-lib. Members followed Lee Sejin’s movements, bursting with laughter but skillfully, naturally transitioning to the next move.
-Yes, I’ll remember
It’s your moment now
Slower or faster, more freely
Park Moondae, wearing bright jeans and a short denim jacket, slid to the center with a knee-sliding move, singing the last line.
-So hold on- and pose!
Bang! Fireworks exploded. The LED on the display board shone like fireworks.
The choreography was cheerful and neat until the end. And it was brimming with energy. Naturally, a deafening roar erupted from the audience like a conditioned reflex.
“Waaaah!!!”
“Aah!”
It was a party-like song containing all the elements people would expect from a popular boy group. The flying confetti seemed to predict the future.
…It’s really awesome!
I was once again moved. Then, I realized a beat late. The person next to me was frantically taking continuous shots with a camera. Meanwhile, I was holding my camera absentmindedly.
Ah, right, the photos! I had to start taking them now!
I hurriedly raised his camera to his eye.
[Big Moon.]
Uh?
I reflexively looked up. The pop-up quietly shone.
[I have something to show you.]
It was Moondae hyung… on stage right now!
* * *
It’s done.
The comeback seemed to have been successful.
I sat with my knees on the stage, still in the ending pose. The others did the same.
“Huff.”
We were out of breath, but none of us would be panting here.
No matter how pressed for time the awards show was, we had a few seconds for the ending shot of the group that was almost the headliner today. For a few seconds, even after the stage lights went off, following that ending shot, It was during that time I sent a pop-up to Big Moon with perfect timing.
[Uh, is there something to show me?]
Yes. I murmured, taking a deep breath. Wanna try sharing the view?
The pop-up wavered as if puzzled, but it seemed to connect to my senses soon after. And then,
[…Wow!]
It looked like he had finally seen my view.
This is…
Majestic or overwhelming, perhaps.
Nearly 20,000 lights, including those standing, were swaying all around. It was a scene that brought a sense of awe close to that of nature. The view from the unlit stage was even brighter and clearer. It felt like being amidst a shower of stars in the open sea at night.
Who would’ve thought I’d use such a metaphor.
I chuckled, and Big Moon seemed quite excited.
[It’s truly amazing! Wow! But thinking about how those are all people make it a bit scary too… Anyway, thank you! This is the first time I’ve seen anything like this!]
Yeah. And I said what I needed to say.
Thank you.
[…!]
[Wh-Why? Um… Because I acted well today?]
Not quite…
It’s because I got to see this view thanks to you.
[…??]
I stood up from my place when a hand gently pats on my shoulder, and stared back at the stage. Then, I remembered a fact that had just dawned on me again.
Why does Youngrin remember me?
There could be various reasons. It could be because of her professional nature, or because she was relatively unknown at the time, so there weren’t many cameras.
But…
If I had to guess, I think the significance of that fancam played a big role.
A chance to succeed as an idol. The impression and emotion toward the person who supported that opportunity. In that sense, this guy was actually the most direct sponsor who pushed me to see this view as an idol.
Since the days when I never imagined I would become like this.
I slowly spoke. You said that there was nothing I couldn’t achieve with what I have, but… it’s not true.
I was going to die. If that guy hadn’t wanted me to survive, and if he hadn’t persistently remained in the status window to support me through the idol mission, I would never have seen this view.
So, I wanted to show you this once.
[…]
That this is the view you give me.
I can’t make this guy perform on stage, but at least he deserves to see this with me.
[…]
The pop-up didn’t display any text for a few seconds. But for some reason, I felt like that guy nodded slightly in the audience.
“Moondae, we need to head down.”
“Yes.”
I turned around and started descending from the stage, leaving the audience behind. Only then did Big Moon’s pop-up reappear.
[I’m incredibly happy.]
I chuckled.
I felt like everything would turn out right. Maybe that’s why, as soon as I got off the stage, even before monitoring, I checked this first.
…Mission failed pop-up.
And the result was…
Park Moondae (1/2), Ryu Gunwoo (2/2)
[Target ‘Park Moondae (1/2)’ lost]
[Target ‘Ryu Gunwoo (2/2)’ lost]
[Released]
Success.
[Mission failed scenario complete]
Victory: Player Park Moondae (Ryu Gunwoo)
Reward: ■■■ Fragment 2 (2/4)
I clenched my fist.
Great.
But then, a new pop-up appeared above the previous one, as if waiting for me to confirm.
[■■■ Fragment 2/4]
[Condition met!]
[■■■ forming]
“…!”
…Forming?
At that moment, a terribly ominous prediction crossed my mind. Given the circumstances, ■■■ seemed to be what I called the system. If so…
Don’t tell me the system will resurrect as is…
And this b*stard will roam free again, all thanks to my meticulous help— Such a ridiculous ending?!
“F*ck.”
No way.
I stopped in my tracks.
“Park Moondae?”
“Hyung, are you okay?”
Wait. I took a deep breath and looked at the pop-up. I needed to confirm what was happening. However, it ended up changing to an entirely unexpected phrase.
[■■■ (ver. Beta) ownership complete!]
[Owner: Player Park Moondae (Ryu Gunwoo)]
“…”
Ownership?
The system… belongs to me?
* * *
At the same time, in an online stock discussion forum.
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[Last Escape Opportunity]
T1 Entertainment
Major bad news coming in February. Sell everything now
==========================
-TeSTAR comeback is going to be a hit, isn’t it?
-Is a major player joining in?
-Go die, lol
The post received a few recommendations, but was mostly downvoted and swept away without much controversy. But no one expected that a screenshot would later circulate as a pilgrimage on various sites.
…It was a sign of the storm to come.
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