The Crown Prince in the Mang Game is Good at Idols - Chapter 225



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Episode 225

On December 31st, the atmosphere of the SBM Music Festival, the last year-end awards ceremony of the year, was extremely ripe.

We returned from the stage in the middle of the second half, when the viewer ratings were rising and the audience’s enthusiasm was at its highest, and we were listening to the MCs’ presentation in the cast block.

“I think this year has been a very meaningful year for K-Pop fans. There have been many new records set domestically, and there have even been Korean artists who have consistently made it onto the Billboard charts overseas. I hope this positive momentum continues into next year… … .”

Song Hyeong-bin was watching the actor-turned-MC smoothly giving a year-end speech when he patted the side of Kang Si-yoon, who was sitting to his right.

Since the two members were sitting right in front of me, I could clearly hear what was being said.

“Hey, it would be fun if you were an MC for a music festival like this later on. I think you’d be really good at it.”

“Hahaha! Ah, now even hyung recognizes my hosting skills. I feel proud of myself.”

Kang Si-yoon smiled with satisfaction, but soon took on a serious expression.

“… … But seriously, I’m not joking. I definitely want to try being an MC someday.”

“I agree with you, Siyoon.”

“What, why are you suddenly taking my side?”

I snickered at Kang Si-yoon, who was giving me a strange look.

“The truth is the truth. It would be a shame to keep your ceaseless eloquence to ourselves. We need to show it to more people.”

“Hey, this is a compliment, right? You take it as a compliment?”

“Okay, okay.”

Well, I said that outwardly, but in reality, I don’t think there’s anyone better suited to be a music show MC than Kang Si-yoon.

Instant wit, sense, crisis management skills, and even a natural gift for the gab.

He has all the elements that broadcasting station PDs like.

‘If things go well, I might get an MC offer soon.’

Celeste has finally taken off her rookie label.

Next year, I think I’ll start getting a lot of love calls from broadcasting companies.

In particular, the position of MC on music shows is usually taken by members of idol groups in rotation.

If you are a member of a popular group, your chances of becoming the main character of such an event are even higher.

Kang Si-yoon moved his lips as if he was secretly pleased after hearing what I said.

“This would be fun. If I could introduce our song myself when we make a comeback.”

“Isn’t that difficult? Usually, other MCs would do it since they have to go in and prepare the stage.”

“Ah. That’s right. I was short-sighted.”

“What a stupid guy.”

But sometimes I feel uneasy when I show such foolish behavior.

You never know what you might do in front of the camera.

After a while, the number 30 appeared on the central LED display.

The countdown to the new year has begun.

Above the surrounding noise of excitement, I spoke loudly so that all the members around me could hear.

“Thank you for all your hard work this past year. I am honored to be able to spend the best year of my life with you all.”

Then, Yoo Min-ha followed suit with an even louder voice.

“I was so happy to be able to meet everyone this year!”

And our leader, Song Hyeong-bin, smiled faintly and spoke softly.

“Let’s work hard without regrets next year too. Together.”

Before I knew it, the number had come down to 10.

I shouted the numbers with excitement along with the members.

“5, 4, 3, 2, 1!”

“happy new year!”

“happy new year!”

Firecrackers exploded coolly on the stage. The audience cheered loudly, and the performers applauded each other to celebrate the start of the new year.

And just then, Heo Yu-bin grabbed Ji Yun-cheol’s shoulder tightly and shouted.

“Happy birthday, Yuncheol!”

January 1st. It is the day that marks the start of a new year, and also the day that Celeste’s youngest, Jiyooncheol, was born.

“……ah.”

Ji Yoon-cheol just opened his mouth and opened his eyes slightly wide, as if he hadn’t expected to receive such sudden congratulations.

After hearing Heo Yu-bin’s shout, we immediately surrounded Ji Yun-cheol and excitedly patted his back.

“Happy birthday, Yuncheol!”

“Happy birthday to our youngest!”

“Go, thank you.”

In a friendly atmosphere, Kang Si-yoon said something unusual.

“Wow, there are still two years left until Yuncheol can drink alcohol. How old will our Eungyu hyung be in two years?”

“Siyoon? Wouldn’t it be right not to talk about something like that on a nice day like today?”

“Haha, sorry!”

“Do you want to start from the first day of the new year?”

Seriously, Kang Si-yoon doesn’t rest even for a moment.

While Chae Eun-gyu and Kang Si-yoon were bickering, I congratulated Ji Yoon-cheol again.

“Happy birthday, Yuncheol. I hope you have a great new year.”

“… …Thank you, hyung.”

Ji Yoon-cheol’s eyes were showing emotions that were rarely seen.

The eyes are moist, almost as if tears are about to fall.

The usual indifferent atmosphere disappeared, and in its place, waves of emotion slowly began to rise.

“I am the one who needs to take good care of it.”

“okay.”

It was a brief moment, but I could feel the sincerity between us.

* * *

The extremely busy year-end schedule has come to an end and the new year has arrived.

As the new year approaches, you might think that you’ll start the day refreshed and with a new mindset, but the view from our accommodations was anything but that.

‘… … Everyone is sleeping well.’

I woke up at 10:30 in the morning.

I slept quite late for someone like me, but the other members were still in a deep sleep.

Well, I’ve been going abroad and working a killer schedule, so I can finally sleep in late.

I honestly thought I could sleep better, but I woke up early because I had work to do.

[Me: Can I go to Yeouido for a bit?]

[Manager Yeo Chang-min: Yeouido?? Where are you going?]

[Me: I need to buy a gift for Yooncheol]

[Manager Yeo Chang-min: Ahhh, today was Yoon-cheol’s birthday]

[Manager Yeo Chang-min: It’s the first day of the new year, so it’ll probably be crowded, so let’s go together]

[Manager Yeo Chang-min: If people gather, it could be a big problem]

There’s no harm in being careful.

I quickly washed up and decided to meet my manager at the lobby of my agency’s building at 12 o’clock sharp.

Then, I put on a long padding that covered my entire body and headed to my agency.

“Have you decided in advance what you’re going to buy?”

“Yes. Because it’s only sold at the department store I’m going to now.”

“Oh, that’s why? I was wondering why you wanted to go here again.”

We headed to the largest department store in Korea, located in Yeouido.

I hadn’t forgotten that Ji Yoon-cheol’s birthday was coming up soon.

I was thinking for a long time about what kind of gift to give, and then an idea suddenly popped into my head.

The problem was that this department store was the only place in the country where this brand was available.

When we arrived at our destination, we saw that there was a huge crowd of people, just as our manager had said.

“… … I need to buy something quickly and leave. Which floor is the brand I’m looking for?”

“It’s the 6th floor. I’ll move quickly since I just need to buy that.”

Fortunately, because the surroundings were so chaotic, no one recognized me.

Realizing that taking advantage of the crowds was quite effective, I successfully purchased Ji Yoon-cheol’s birthday present.

“… … Let’s go out quickly. It’s starting to get hot.”

“me too.”

When I returned to the accommodation, everyone except Chae Eun-gyu and Heo Yu-bin was awake.

I quickly went up to the room, put Ji Yoon-cheol’s gift under the bed, and returned to the living room.

Manager Hyung was announcing the schedule for the StarUs live to celebrate Ji Yoon-chul’s birthday this afternoon.

“As always, the live will be at 6, so come to the office. We know you guys didn’t have much time because you had a late night schedule yesterday, so we prepared the cake in advance.”

“ah…….”

At the word cake, Kang Si-yoon felt very regretful.

“It’s really too bad. I was going to make Yuncheol’s cake myself.”

To celebrate Song Hyeong-bin’s birthday, Ji Yoon-cheol personally made a cake.

He said that he would show off his skills and make homemade cakes for other members’ birthdays in the future.

Kang Si-yoon, who is good at cooking, seemed to want to make a cake for the youngest.

When Kang Si-yoon pouts, Ji Yoon-cheol shakes his head and says it’s okay.

“… … It’s okay. You must be tired too, so you can do it later.”

“Okay, when I have time, I’ll try to make you your favorite cake.”

Manager Hyung told us to rest comfortably until the StarUs Live and then left the dorm.

Immediately, Song Hyeong-bin yawned like a lion and stretched.

“I’m better. I’m too tired.”

“me too…….”

“I should also lie down and sleep when I feel sleepy.”

Although I didn’t mean to do it, as if it were a lie, all the members except Ji Yoon-cheol and I went back to our rooms.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, I spoke to Ji Yoon-cheol.

“Yun-cheol, wait on the living room sofa.”

“… … Aren’t you going to sleep well, hyung?”

“okay.”

Ji Yoon-cheol nodded his head, although his face showed that he didn’t understand English.

I went up to my room, picked up the gift box I had left under my bed, and returned to the living room.

“Ah, ahem. Actually, I had a really hard time deciding what to give you as a present. I wanted to ask you what you wanted, but I thought that would make the gift meaningless, so I just chose it myself.”

“… … Brother, when on earth did you buy it? You must not have had time.”

“I bought it this morning.”

It was the first time I gave her a birthday present when we were alone together.

Although it felt awkward, I handed the box to Ji Yoon-cheol without hesitation.

“Open it. I hope you like it.”

“Thank you, bro.”

Ji Yoon-cheol carefully opened the box so as not to tear the wrapping paper and spoke softly.

“… … I like whatever I get.”

“Still. Don’t you have your own tastes?”

“It’s been a long time since I’ve received a birthday present.”

I was touched and a little touched when the youngest said this.

Ji Yoon-cheol carefully looked at the contents of the box, then quickly raised his head toward me.

“Tongue, bro?”

“What do you think? Is it to your taste?”

“… … You’re really cute!”

An unusually high-pitched voice.

Ji Yoon-cheol held a cat doll with gorgeous rainbow-colored fur tightly in both hands.

I was really happy like a child.

I looked at him with a happy heart and tried to pretend like nothing happened.

“Ah, ahem. I know you treat Muto so preciously, so I thought I’d give you a doll similar to Muto. When I looked it up, there weren’t many brands that had rainbow-colored dolls similar to Muto, so I went to one place that had good quality. I was a bit worried about which animal to get… … . Cats are the cutest.”

It seemed like a long-winded explanation.

However, Ji Yoon-cheol nodded his head repeatedly and his eyes sparkled.

“I like it. It’s so cute. The fur is so soft, it’s perfect for cuddling while sleeping.”

“That’s fortunate.”

“… … I made a friend, Muto.”

Ji Yoon-cheol smiled brightly at me, holding the rainbow cat doll in his arms.

It’s a truly pure expression, something I’ve never seen before.

“Thank you so much, bro.”