Raising a Neglected Singer-Songwriter - Chapter 64



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Raising a Neglected Singer-Songwriter Episode 64

64. The sister was silent.

– I don’t think I’ll be able to participate in the King of Kings tournament. I have a schedule at the end of the year…

The text message that arrived from ‘Jihaeng C’ after waiting for a few days contained something that was like a bolt from the blue to Changhyuk.

It was news that all his plans had collapsed in an instant.

“Ah, no…!”

If this happens, it won’t just end with the failure of the ‘Jihaeng C’ casting.

There is also a hitch in Hong Kwang-woo’s appearance, which was conditioned on his participation.

“Jindo dog warning!!!!”

After much deliberation, we urgently called together the PDs and staff members who were jointly planning the street karaoke content.

This was the topic of their discussion.

In line with the original year-end King of Kings plan, will you give up on Ji-haeng C and Hong Gwang-woo and select two other people?

Or will they try to recruit these two people again by turning it into a New Year’s King of Kings match?

‘After all, the year-end King of Kings competition is an annual event and content that has continued since the early days of our street karaoke rooms······.’

No such stale opinions were expressed.

It’s tradition, identity, and a trend.

When planning YouTube content, the number of views is the top priority.

And ‘Ji-haeng C’ and Hong Gwang-woo can be called cheat keys when it comes to those views.

It was a foregone conclusion that the joining of the two people was of the utmost importance.

“Then, is there no disagreement about changing it to the New Year’s King of Kings Tournament?”

Everyone nodded their heads in unanimous agreement.

On the other hand, the silver lining is that when planning the King of Kings tournament, the two people who would become the core of the content, ‘Ji-haeng C’ and Hong Gwang-woo, were the first to be contacted.

As contact with other personnel was still pending, there was no apology or understanding for the inevitable schedule change.

‘That’s why I have to recruit pedestrians somehow!’

We finally adjusted our schedule to the new year, but if ‘Ji-haeng C’ expresses his intention to not participate this time, all the hard work will go down the drain.

Changhyuk steels his resolve.

If that doesn’t work, you should at least appeal to the government.

Even if it looks like it’s going to be a disaster, we need to let them know that it’s urgent.

In that case, contacting them via text message like last time might seem insincere.

The best way to appeal to your true feelings is by phone.

Since it’s the weekend, how about 11 AM when you have some time to relax?

“Okay. Until then, memorize the script.”

Changhyuk reread the script he had carefully written with the producers.

*

So the next day, Saturday.

– If you have a busy year-end schedule, would you have time early next year? This time, we decided to hold the New Year’s King of Kings Tournament instead of the Year-End King of Kings Tournament.

What Changhyuk asked about was the schedule for the beginning of next year.

They say they changed the King of Kings tournament to New Year’s.

‘Could it be… because of me…?’

While I was wondering if it was excessive self-consciousness, Changhyuk gave me the answer.

With a very active appeal.

– January or February… no, March is fine. If it’s within the first quarter of next year, no matter when it is, I’ll definitely make it happen on the day you become a pedestrian.

It was a surprising thing.

To drastically change an existing plan because of one person, that’s something that only a top star can do.

This kind of courtship probably originated from the conviction that ‘Jihaeng C=D-Voice’.

This was a passage that gave an idea of ​​DeVoice’s position in the YouTube market.

It’s both amazing and thankful.

However,

‘Even so, it’s difficult to give a definitive answer right now.’

Because schedules are so volatile right after debut.

Baek Seok said that in addition to the schedules set in advance, there would be many cases that would fall on a spot basis.

Therefore, we need to talk to MXM Entertainment again about the New Year’s King of Kings Tournament.

However, since the other party has shown this level of consideration and sincerity, please take that into consideration as well.

“I will think about it in the most positive way possible and contact you again.”

– Thank you very much. And Merry Christmas Eve.

Changhyuk ended the call with a voice that seemed relieved at Cha Seongjun’s answer.

‘By the way, was today Christmas Eve?’

I forgot because I was busy preparing for my debut.

Well, even if I had known, it wouldn’t have made much of a difference.

Christmas or Christmas Eve.

It’s a day for lovers.

For a single young person like me, it’s just a day when the streets are crowded, public transportation is congested, and deliveries are terribly delayed.

Oh, but since it’s Eve, I want to order something delicious and eat it.

It was at a time when I was browsing through the delivery app while I was thinking about it.

Kotok is here-

The message notification rang.

The opponent was Seol Hye-yoon.

– Seongjun, I know you’re busy preparing your album, but Merry Christmas Eve.

It was a greeting on Christmas Eve.

When I replied, “Merry Christmas Eve,” I received an immediate reply.

– Huh? I didn’t know you’d reply so quickly. Aren’t you busy with your schedule?

– Today is my day off because I was filming a music video yesterday. My only schedule is to watch the original broadcast of ‘Who’s the King’. What about Hye-yoon? It’s Saturday, Christmas Eve. Are you going somewhere nice?

– Even if I go out, there will be a lot of people and I’ll be exhausted, what can I do? On days like this, I should just stay home and rest. There’s no one to meet.

– Oh, that was a very homely remark just now.

However, given Seol Hye-yoon’s personality, it’s hard to imagine her dressing up extravagantly and enjoying Christmas or Eve.

At this time,

– Anyway, Seongjun, you don’t have any plans to go out in the afternoon either? Then, by any chance…

Seol Hye-yoon, who had been hanging up the message for a while, suggested something.

– Do you want to watch ‘Who’s the King’ live together?

– Yes? Where?

Just as I was about to ask if he wanted to meet me now,

– Where? Each of us is at home. It would be fun to watch the broadcast while video calling on our laptops. Each of us can have a snack like chicken or pizza and have a beer. How about that?

– Oh, that’s a novel idea. Where did you get that idea? Well, I’m totally crazy about it.

– I told you that my younger sibling doesn’t come home often, right? That’s why I often spend time like this. Anyway, let’s meet at 7?

On Christmas Eve, when I had nothing else to do, I had an unusual schedule: a video call with a former coworker and watching TV.

Somehow, I feel like the emptiness in my heart has been filled.

I’m still wondering what to do with the remaining time.

“Ah, I guess I should watch [I’m Alone].”

Suddenly, I remembered the proposal made by Jaejoong Jo, whom I met at the last W Celebration.

It has not been decided yet whether or not to participate,

But knowing the story will help you work faster later.

I watched season 1 of [Nahonbul] on Flexnet.

It was a story full of the same cliches I’d heard before, but I kept clicking on the next episode because I was more drawn to the familiar flavor.

I sat there and watched the first season of [Nahonbul], which consisted of 13 20-minute anime episodes.

Before I knew it, time had passed and it was already past 6 PM.

I quickly ordered chicken through a delivery app.

Then, I opened my laptop and connected to the video chat, and Seol Hye-yoon came in right on time.

“Hye-yoon, you’re a chicken. Is it boneless or regular?”

– Chicken is regular. What’s on Seongjun’s menu?

“I’d like chicken too. But I ordered it a little late, so it’s still on its way to be delivered. I still have beer though.”

– Then shall we start with a light snack? Ta-da-

Two people clink cans of beer in front of a laptop camera.

And episode 5 of ‘Who’s the King’ aired.

It continued from the scene in the last episode where number 15 nominated number 49 as his 1:1 battle opponent.

“I’ll choose number 49.”

Number 15, showing off his teeth and smiling.

And then number 49, who at first seemed bewildered, but soon showed an expression that said, ‘Look at this guy? Let’s try it.’

Then, when number 49 selects [star] among the 15 keywords, the keyword disappears from the LED screen.

After that, there was a scene where the main participants chose their opponents.

A 1:1 battle stage was held between several teams.

“Hey-yoon, I don’t expect to be on the show for a while. I’ll probably make a quick appearance at the very end.”

– I thought so too. Looking back, it was obvious that Flexnet had Sungjun in the ‘hooking’ position. But, did that mean Sungjun won?

“You’re sneaking a spoiler. I almost missed it.”

– Hey, that’s too bad. Let’s drink some more beer. Let’s try it again when you’re drunk, Seongjun.

“I’ll have a hard time if I get drunk and fall asleep right away.”

While we were chatting like that, the broadcast soon came to an end.

As expected, numbers 15 and 49 appear without disappointing expectations.

“What are the keywords for the song you two prepared today?”

“It’s [Star].”

And first, the 15th stage was performed.

However, this time it wasn’t the full version.

“Baby we go ride through the star light~”

After only the first verse was played, the screen immediately changed.

Number 49, with a guitar, stood in front of a standing microphone.

As he nods his head towards somewhere, the lights suddenly go out.

In the pitch black, a moment of silence.

At this time,

♪~ ♬~

The sound of other instruments cuts through the darkness, and pin lights shine down on the microphone.

Number 49 opened his mouth.

“The dark night is endless-”

and···!

– Are you saying we should end it here?!

Seol Hye-yoon exploded with anger across the screen.

The viewers’ reaction will probably not be any different.

And today another trailer has been released.

“Now that I’ve stepped down from the position of candidate, I’m given the opportunity to appeal to who I am.”

At Park Hye-shin’s words, numbers 49 and 15 opened their mouths at the same time.

“I am··· 000.”

“I’m··· 000.”

It was a modified version of PD Park Yong-oh’s production.

By postponing both of their stages to the next episode, they make it impossible to predict who will win or lose by introducing their identities.

For this purpose, I deliberately edited and included 15 comments.

– Wow, this trailer is the funniest one so far. I can’t wait to see the next one, right? Huh? Where are your glasses?

It was the moment when Seol Hye-yoon was expressing her feelings.

Beep beep beep beep beep beep-

From Seol Hye-yoon’s screen, the sound of someone pressing the door lock was heard.

“Huh? Huh?”

Seol Hye-yoon looked visibly flustered, perhaps because of the unexpected visit.

At that time, when she was floundering,

“Sister, I’m home!”

The door opened with a bang, and a cheerful voice was heard.

“I, I’ll go.”

At the same time, Seol Hye-yoon quickly closed her laptop.

Cha Seong-jun was left alone in an instant.

“What is it? Is your younger sibling here?”

This is the first time I’ve seen Seol Hye-yoon, who always looks neat and tidy, acting so flustered.

“It might have been a little cute.”

While laughter escaped,

“uh···?”

A feeling of discomfort crossed my mind belatedly.

A little while ago, Hye-yoon’s younger sibling’s voice… sounded really familiar.

*

That moment.

“Oh, you came earlier than you said you would?”

“I knew my sister would be alone on Christmas, so I came early because I felt bad for her~”

Seol Hye-yoon awkwardly welcomed her younger sister, Yuna, who had visited without notice.

Yuna, who was taking off her coat, asked, recalling the laptop on the table and the image of her sister fumbling around a little while ago.

“By the way, what were you watching that made you close your laptop in such a startled manner? Sister, no way… a dirty video…”

“Our Yuna, do you really want to meet Satan instead of Santa on Christmas Eve?”

“I thought that wasn’t the case.”

A conversation between sisters who are always close.

The sisters, dressed in their pajamas, sat facing each other at the table.

In front of it is a cake shaped like a Christmas tree.

This is how the celebrity sister and the housewife sister celebrated Christmas Eve.

“I’m going to eat without thinking about calories today. Hehe.”

Yuna snorts in joy as she picks up a fork and takes a bite of a corner of the cake.

“Mmm~ It’s delicious~”

The older sister happily watches her younger brother while sipping a beer.

at that time,

“Oh, but sis. You were drinking beer earlier too. Who were you drinking with? Did you video call us?”

Yuna, who had the wit and intelligence, attempted a surprise attack.

“Are you from that company? Why did you come to my house last time and assemble the bed for me?”

“Uh, just what···.”

Seol Hye-yoon, who feels hot, avoids eye contact and sips her beer.

Yuna asked with a devilish, mischievous smile on her lips at the awkward reaction.

“Your reaction is really weird~ Oh, did you break up?”

Foot-!

Seol Hye-yoon spit out her beer.

Yuna wiped her wet face with a tissue.

“······.”

“······.”

For a moment, the sisters were silent.

*

The next day,

[You have received 1 Silver Coin as a Christmas login bonus.]

Instead of Santa Claus, ‘Bangsingki’ gave presents.

“Oh, mobile games definitely need to have anniversary gifts!”

Thanks to you, I started Christmas morning in a good mood.

After having a quick bite of leftover chicken from yesterday, I headed to MXM Entertainment.

Because I was informed that mixing/mastering of tracks 3 and 4 was completed.

So today, we decided to finally confirm the four songs that will be included in the EP and decide on the title track.

“Wow… Now the real debut is just around the corner.”

It will be revealed that he is a devoid on episode 6 of ‘Who’s the King’ next Saturday.

Immediately after, the fact was officially announced and the contract with MXM was also announced.

So there’s less than a week left.

That’s why we’re having a meeting today, on Christmas Day, a day off.

Ding-

As I took the elevator and entered the meeting room, the A&R team greeted me.

After a brief greeting, we went straight into the meeting.

First, I listened to the four songs that will be included in the EP in order, starting with track 1.

“···It’s not an exaggeration, it’s really really good?”

“Even if you listen to them separately, the quality of each song is crazy, but when you listen to them all together, you can really feel the ‘love cycle’ as we intended.”

“If this is an album released by a new artist, everyone will definitely be shocked and fall over!”

The A&R team is giving it rave reviews.

Cha Seong-jun is also satisfied.

Next, discussions about selecting the title song finally began.

First, the title song suggested by the A&R team was like this.

“All four songs are title songs. Quadruple titles.”