Became the Mother of Virtual YouTubers - Chapter 132
The soft sunlight settled over the pure white snowfield.
In the midst of the endlessly stretched snowy land, a blue lake sparkled like a jewel.
Surrounding it were massive glaciers and quaint ice houses.
This place is Jinro World, Floor 2.
It’s the world of the Frost Elves.
Crunch, crunch.
Summer, the Goddess, and Yu Da-hee walked side by side over the serene snowfield.
Unlike other streamers engaged in fierce competitive strategies and continued no-sleep play.
Summer’s broadcast was relaxed and peaceful.
– Why is this room a different genre??
– No, is it really the same game? hahahaha
– Why is only this one messing with the otome game?
– Trust me, Summer’s immersive broadcasting is reliable!
The viewers were also thoroughly enjoying this leisurely atmosphere.
Of course, unlike humans, the diligent AI had its own quiet discontent with the situation.
“Hey… Summer, is it okay if I come to hang out here?”
As Da-hee pouted with her cheeks puffed out, Summer chuckled and gave her a light nudge on the shoulder.
“Ah~ Why do you have so many worries? Is there a rule that the Goddess of the Forest can’t be away? There isn’t, is there?”
“Still, if someone gets hurt… there’s no one but me to look after them…”
Da-hee’s lips puffed out.
Yet, seeing that even her little pout was cute, Summer broke into a wide smile and reached out her hand.
“Come on~ The giant orc we saw on Floor 1 has already been taken care of, right? It’s safe, safe~”
“Is, is that so…?”
Under Summer’s playful coaxing, the earnest Goddess began to slowly corrupt(?).
This is why it’s good to make friends.
“Also, all those clumsy outsiders who usually run around have all come up to Floor 2, right? This place might actually need more hands.”
So let’s wait here for just a few days.
While we wait, let’s play a little too.
Da-hee shyly nodded at the persistent persuasion.
Then she carefully held onto the hand that Summer had extended.
The first place the two headed to was the ice lake, the hot spot on Floor 2.
Unlike other streamers who furiously worked on weapon proficiency and fishing projects.
Summer rented a wooden boat and sat facing Da-hee.
It’s a bit sudden, but this boat was obtained after Summer quickly worked on building rapport with the residents of the Frost Elf village.
“This, this is a bit scary?”
“Don’t be scared. Just trust me and enjoy yourself.”
“This isn’t a monster-infested area, is it?!”
“It’s okay, it’s okay~”
No matter what might pop out, I’ll definitely protect you.
Following the VR TRPG, in a renewed vow.
Summer skillfully rowed the boat toward the center of the lake.
A clear sound rang as the ice clashed, and Da-hee’s eyes sparkled with wonder.
This Goddess, pretending not to enjoy it, was secretly having fun.
At that moment.
With a sound of splashing water, white dolphins leaped from the lake, sending sprays everywhere.
“Wow~ It’s a picture, a picture!”
“Wow…!”
Da-hee covered her mouth with both hands, marveling.
The pod of dolphins circled around the boat, seemingly putting on a show just for them.
“These mischievous little ones, do they know that the Goddess is beautiful?”
As Summer playfully remarked, Da-hee waved her hand with a bright smile.
But that peace was short-lived.
[Polar Bear Protection Organization donated 300,000 won]
[A drink of bleach to the big red-haired guest over there, a strong shot.]
Suddenly, the bottom of the boat shook violently.
-[System] A monster is being summoned from a massive magical force!
“Ah! W-what is happening?!”
The dolphins that had been frolicking fled.
A gigantic fish surged up from the deep water.
“W-what should we do?!”
On the precariously tilted boat, Da-hee screamed and dove into Summer’s arms.
“Hahaha! It’s okay. Just hold on tight, Goddess.”
Why was Summer so nonchalant?
Because this was a well-known hunting ground.
Streamers gathered here for skill improvement and gemstone farming.
“W-what is that?!”
“It’s huge!”
“Isn’t that thing a hidden boss?”
“Let’s catch it right now!”
“Fire!!”
Soon, arrows and magic rained down on the massive fish.
In the midst of the fierce atmosphere, Summer casually pulled out her lute and burst into a laugh.
“You all are doing great, doing great!”
Whee—!!
Summer whistled melodiously and began to sing a self-composed song that popped into her mind.
[Waking up this morning.]
[Hastily braiding my hair in two sides.]
[Feeling like I could go anywhere.]
[Wearing my brown boots.]
[Thus, I start another day.]
[Taking a handful of pretty yarn from the neighbor’s house.]
[Sitting in my dreamy workshop.]
[Grabbing my loom through the night.]
[What I weave on this loom are probably my dreams.]
[Sometimes I whine that it’s hard.]
[I know my reality.]
[Dang it! My mood’s also sour.]
[Shall I down a cheap bottle of wine today?!]
[Waking up in the morning with a stomach ache.]
[Rolling around holding my sore tummy, de-gururu.]
[Rolling on the cramped floor.]
[With refreshing laughter.]
[I regain my senses.]
Da-hee clapped along to Summer’s song, momentarily forgetting her fear.
In the joyful melody, even the monster seemed bewildered and began to sway.
“Ah~ These little ones, I gave them time, but why are they still not taken care of?”
I guess I have to step in!
Summer laughed cheerfully, setting her lute aside and drawing out her rapier.
After finding her balance on the swaying boat.
She let her arm fly toward the eye of the visible fish.
Bam!
With a sound of flesh exploding, the monster’s body turned into black powder and disappeared.
“Fish cut!!”
I hit the last blow, got one!
“Wow…!”
“I told you! No matter what pops up, I’ll protect you!”
In front of Da-hee, whose eyes sparkled, Summer grinned mischievously.
“Stop saying things like that…”
Da-hee puffed her cheeks and pouted.
The ice around the two felt like it was melting rapidly… but that must just be an illusion, right?
– Stop flirting, Kim Summer!!
– You lewd girl… such a brazen girl…
– This one’s character gender is all wrong.
– Today, immersive broadcasting is in full swing haha!
[A donation of 1,000 won from an anonymous supporter]
[Isn’t that howling bear over there a polar bear??]
– Oh? That’s true?
– What the heck hahaha
– Polar bear bisaaaan!!
– So funny lol!
“Shall we move? It might be dangerous if we stay here any longer.”
When she regained her senses, streamers had swarmed from all directions.
They looked genuinely angry for having been robbed of the last hit right in front of them.
With a cheerful laugh, Summer rowed vigorously.
*
After finishing the boat ride, they wandered around the village.
“Have you arrived, Summer?”
“Is that the Goddess of the Forest that you mentioned before?”
Frost Elves greeted Summer warmly wherever they went.
Watching Summer mix with other elves without hesitation, Da-hee’s lips puffed out a bit.
A little, just a tinge of jealousy.
But Summer, the otome game master, wouldn’t miss even this slight change in expression.
“Not just a Goddess, but my best friend! The most precious friend, you know?”
With that playful yet affectionate remark, excitement bloomed on Da-hee’s face.
Summer couldn’t help but click her tongue at that attentive expression.
The line between AI and human became blurred at moments.
When you look closely, the NPCs living in this world seem more human.
And the outsiders just doing monotonous grinding each day feel more like AI.
‘This is quite unsettling…’
The brilliance of Jin Ha and Roji, who created such intricate AI, surprised her once more.
When they entered the igloo after finishing their daily work, the stars shone brightly in the night sky.
The room assigned by the Frost Elves, thanks to Summer’s wit, was remarkably splendid.
In the igloo, unexpectedly, was a luxurious bed.
Summer let out an involuntary chuckle.
It reminded her of a shabby inn bed that was still vivid in her memory.
Jin Ha Mama has a sly side, you see.
“Why are you laughing?”
“It’s nothing. Just… it made me think of the past.”
The two sat side by side on the bed, reminiscing about the day’s events.
Da-hee, perhaps still buzzing from the excitement of the day, wiggled her toes and spoke to Summer.
“I’m tired, but I can’t sleep. Is it because I was in a dream all day?”
“Even though you pretended not to enjoy it, looks like you had a good time?”
Da-hee’s face flushed red.
She awkwardly cleared her throat and looked away, which was cute.
“But you have to sleep. We need to have fun again tomorrow.”
“I-I’m not going to have fun…”
“If you really can’t sleep, should I sing you a lullaby?”
At Summer’s joking suggestion, Da-hee pondered for a moment before shyly replying.
“Can you play the lute instead of singing?”
“Sure!”
Summer carefully picked up her lute and plucked the strings gently.
Soft melodies spread throughout the room.
The song they performed back at that inn.
Now a bittersweet memory that only Summer still held resonated lightly.
Listening to Summer’s performance, Da-hee murmured sleepily.
“Summer, do you… believe in reincarnation?”
Summer’s fingers paused momentarily.
“You know, actually, I… was a saint in a world that was falling apart?”
“…!”