Streaming Life After Paying Off Debt - Chapter 101

There is a well-known urban legend that anyone who is a VTuber viewer might have heard.

– A popular female university student streamer, but her true identity is a man in his 40s?!

‘Burrkiyaaak!!’

It’s a story that may be exaggerated.

However, this was the urban legend that best expressed the fear of VTuber viewers.

No one knows who is behind the panel.

It could be a super cute girl like me,

Or it could be a hairy middle-aged man.

‘That’s why everyone hesitates to mention the red pill.’

It’s fortunate if the appearance of my favorite VTuber is outstanding, but what if it falls short of expectations?

Even if the looks are satisfactory, what if unexpected elements like tattoos, smoking, or piercings appear?

Or what if there are even worse, unimaginable problems?

This was a dilemma that people watching VTubers inevitably faced.

When countless people knelt in front of this anguish, a wise one appeared and said.

‘If you’re worried about the person inside, isn’t it enough just to like the panel?’

If you’re scared of what’s in Pandora’s box, just live looking at the box!

Though it sounded like a somewhat ridiculous solution, the effect was dramatic.

One by one, people watching VTubers were freed from their worries!

With this fact, people began to advocate for the complete eradication of the red pill.

As a result, a culture of taboo regarding mentioning the red pill emerged in the VTuber industry.

Viewers who were liberated from the dilemmas that bound them.

‘They lived happily ever after~’

It would have been nice if it had ended there,

‘But there’s no way it would end like that.’

Despite the implicit agreement, the viewers’ interest in the red pill continued unabated.

‘No matter what, people tend to like pretty and handsome ones.’

It’s just that they are avoiding confirming the truth out of fear.

In that sense, I was the best VTuber.

‘For now, my gender is specified, right?’

I was completely free from the danger of viewers’ greatest fear: discovering that I was a man.

Of course, my advantages don’t end there.

A pleasant voice and a superior body.

And even a sexy intelligence.

I possessed all the elements that viewers would cheer for.

‘So, from the viewers’ perspective, I’m a verified product.’

A broadcast that can be watched with peace of mind, without worrying about the red pill.

This was the secret to my popularity as a VTuber.

‘But this time, I left the broadcast to Luna?’

This was an act that directly betrayed the expectations of viewers for a safe broadcast.

‘Um… Sorry!’

I silently conveyed my apology to the viewers.

However, I had my own excuses.

To explain this, I had to go back to the past.

A few days ago, as I was about to warm up with some jogging, a man approached me.

“Oh my god! I finally found you, my muse!”

As I heard his strange mix of English and Korean, I turned my head.

Then I saw a stranger, wearing a deep hat and sunglasses.

“Ugh…”

I couldn’t help but frown at his suspicious appearance.

But he continued to speak, ignoring my reaction.

“I came to find you, Korea.”

“You are my muse, and you have what it takes to be a Hollywood actor!”

‘d*mn, I really caught a crazy one.’

As I started to back away from this man spouting incomprehensible—no, absolutely incomprehensible—words, he suddenly took off his sunglasses and appealed to me.

“I am a famous director! I want to cast you in my movie!”

His hidden, crazed eyes rolled around and stared at me.

Watching that chilling sight, I turned and bolted away at full speed.

“Wow… Wow… Jihye, don’t go out today. There’s a crazy person wandering around.”

As soon as I came back, Jihye, who was preparing food, tilted her head in confusion.

I explained to her about what had just happened.

“… So I freaked out and ran away without looking back because I thought he was crazy!”

As I spoke, I recalled that I had received a business card.

“Oh, wait a minute.”

I picked up the business card with my fingertip to see if anything strange was attached.

Just as I was about to throw it out, I heard an odd comment.

“Sis, this seems real.”

“Huh?”

Jihye turned on the TV (which she brought) without minding my confusion.

She then showed me the news.

– Famous Hollywood director visits Korea!

“Huh? That person?!”

The face I had just seen outside was now appearing on the TV.

Instead of the crazed expression I had just seen, a haughty look was plastered on his face as reporters bombarded him with questions.

“When will you start shooting your next project?”

“What brought you to Korea?”

“Is there an actor you’re hoping to meet in Korea?”

“Do you know kimchi?”

He maintained silence in the face of the flurry of questions.

And then he vanished from the scene after uttering just one sentence.

“I came to meet Korea’s muse.”

In the dimming screen, my shocked face was reflected back at me.

Before I could regain my senses, Jihye’s voice followed.

“I heard that person has been looking for his muse since around Christmas. I never thought it would be you.”

The shocking truth kept hitting me in the head.

But it seemed the shock was lessened by the second revelation, and I quickly regained my composure.

“Ha… After all, my charm knows no borders.”

How can I be this beautiful…

As soon as I regained my senses, I began to praise my appearance.

While I was immersed in my own charm, suddenly his proposal came to mind.

“A Hollywood actor? That’s not bad.”

The person I thought was just a simple broadcaster turns out to be a famous actor?

This was a cliche I had longed for since the past.

“But not right now at least.”

This was something I once thought of in a naive past.

As a streamer now seasoned with experience, I knew this was impossible.

“Being an actor during the day and a streamer at night? Sounds good, but this doesn’t just line up perfectly, you know?”

No matter how much a streamer wants to prioritize work-life balance, unexpected accidents can happen.

For instance, if a ‘Kenwang’ or a 24-hour broadcast situation occurs, I would have to devote the whole two days to the broadcast.

And this wasn’t just a story for streamers.

No, it was even more severe for actors.

“I heard that once you get into a movie, you have to stick around for several months.”

What would happen if a streamer suddenly did irregular broadcasts for months?

From dating to marriage, all sorts of speculations about me would fly around.

“No, no, especially with the current pressure to act modestly—it’s terrifying.”

Recently, I had received an increasing number of requests to behave more modestly.

Viewers who already half-considered me as their bride.

I had no confidence in igniting a fire in their hearts.

“I should just throw this away.”

As I headed toward the trash can again, Jihye blocked me once more.

“Sis, wait a minute.”

As I paused, the landlady’s words continued.

“There’s something strange…”

Murmuring to herself, Jihye hesitantly said.

“I’m not sure, but this person seems to be related to our company.”

“Um… That could be possible?”

The company that Jihye’s father runs is a globally recognized enterprise.

It wouldn’t be particularly strange if they were sponsoring a Hollywood director.

“Not in that way… um…”

Jihye seemed unable to articulate her thoughts and held her head in frustration.

Then she made a request.

“Sis, could you meet him just once to confirm?”

Thus, my schedule was set.

“Oh! I like meetings! But…”

“Good, good, very good! I will be waiting for our meeting!”

I had both good news and bad news.

First, the good news is that I managed to arrange a meeting with the director!

‘With this, I can repay even a little of the kindness I’ve received!’

Jihye, who had always treated me generously.

Being able to fulfill her request was the happiest news for me.

‘But what should I do…’

However, where there’s good news, there’s bound to be bad news as well.

The bad news was none other than the date of the meeting.

‘February 14th isn’t good…’

If it were any other day, I could confidently take a break or even start the broadcast late at night.

But…

As I continued to think, I briefly checked Miju’s minor gallery.

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Miju broadcast is waiting!

Valentine’s Day is coming soon, haha.

Why has the stalker density increased so much?

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Today, there were numerous posts in the gallery.

I selected one of the posts.

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Valentine’s Day is coming soon, haha.

I recalled what Miju said last time.

Isn’t it the law of female streamers to take a break on anniversaries?

She mentioned that it’s the best time to prove being single!

Then surely, the single Miju will stream all day, right?

So I also took a vacation on that day to not miss Miju’s broadcast!

Let’s spend the entire Valentine’s Day together! Haha!

– Whoa… this guy is acting weird again?

– There’s nothing scary about it, but why do I feel so creeped out?

– It feels like there are too many serious people these days.

– Miju… it’s your fault, accept it. Why didn’t you just harden your head a bit…

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‘Why is this my fault!’

The air in the text constricted my breath.

The moment I write a break announcement, I fear what those people might do, and dread washed over me.

‘But I can’t cancel the appointment…’

Caught in this helpless situation, I was in deep thought.

In that moment, a bright idea flashed in my mind.

‘Wait a minute… I just need to start the broadcast, right?’

Thus, the broadcast of Miju (No Miju, voice: Luna) was born.

‘I’m sorry, viewers!’

There was no other option.

But you all said you like that person’s voice, right?

Then wouldn’t it be a win-win for both?

As I triumphantly indulged in my rationalization, the meeting place came into view.