Please Do Your Debauchery After You Die - Chapter 302

Episode 302: The Reversal of Public Opinion

The complaints of streamers and viewers regarding the land tax were very complex.

Firstly, the land tax was absurdly high.

On average, it was assessed at over 15 million Lena, and those with multiple properties sometimes saw figures exceeding 30 million Lena.

Even with a two-week installment payment period and a slight extension including some interest later on, it remained a sum that had to be paid eventually.

And secondly.

Realistically, making money was incredibly difficult.

In the beginning, streamers who did not shy away from mining for 3 or 4 days for the company and Naksu could only muster that level of effort when it was a short-term event, but in the current situation, it felt endless.

Land tax payment? If they managed to squeak by with exhausting mining, they would have to immediately get back to work without a break to acquire myth-grade equipment.

In an already tough situation, the server’s diamonds were gradually depleting, resulting in a vicious cycle where mining efficiency continued to decline.

And was it only the streamers who were struggling?

Viewers also wanted to escape the endless cycle of mining, mining, and more mining.

Thus, there was an enormous backlash against the excessive land tax, united in one heart and one intention.

The public sentiment towards Lena Land deteriorated rapidly.

As soon as the mask-wearers from FM Community received the tacit permission from the big company streamers, they were ready to bare their teeth and take a bite out of Lena Land.

In such a situation, a sudden meeting was decided.

Here, an unexpected twist occurred.

In fact, the excessive land tax had been assessed considering future patches.

The reason it couldn’t be revealed in advance was solely because of the importance of security in server operations.

Moreover, even considering that aspect, they announced they would only collect the initial 30% of the tax and apologized for the controversy caused.

What?! Is there going to be a variety of ways to make money?

This was nothing short of good news for streamers and viewers exhausted from endless mining.

Additionally, the land tax was significantly reduced to 30%, and the server master even apologized first?

Naturally, streamers who had secured both practical benefits and their pride could only be pleased, and the atmosphere in the meeting room became quite warm.

“No, Lena sister. Why apologize like that? Huh? It was all about the broadcast angle, but if you keep that up, we’ll feel sorry.”

“Hem, hem, I thought Lena Land was painting a big picture. See, that’s why you were quiet during the meeting.”

“Is there anyone here who has complaints about Lena Land? Huh? This person is thinking of the server and the streamers. Come out now!”

“Aah, it’s you again? Big Land!”

As the big company streamers and the heads of the companies led the way in changing their tune, the fandoms could not just stand by.

They rushed to the chatroom and the community, starting to chant praises towards Lena Land.

-Where did the people who flooded the chat with negative posts about Lena Land just 5 minutes ago go?

They were hyped up earlier, sending popular posts and playing in the comments. Haha.

They disappeared like cockroaches hit by pesticide.

I really wonder where the haters keep breeding; they just keep crawling out.

It’s tough enough running the server, yet they can’t trust us and torment us like this, breaking our mental state.

Still, I’m glad that Seo-A and Bong-sik managed to convene the meeting before emotions escalated. Hehe.

-Today’s meeting summarized in three pictures.

[Photo] – From now on, I, Seo-A, will convene the meeting.

[Photo] – The enraged Wangko and Mr. Young-jun.

[Photo] – Announcing the new update, the normalization of Shintan.

-I saw the meeting today too, and this is right.

-Is it real that Kim Hak-do just sat there observing and then disappeared?

-But why was it so intense between Mr. Young-jun and Lena Land today? Was it for the broadcast? It feels like some genuine emotions came out.

-Finally, Lena World is liberated from the grasp of mining enthusiasts.

For three months, our main base was surrounded by deep rock, only mining. T_T

Can we finally live now, seeing the light above ground?

-Yeah~ No, the update is still four days away.

-I started my day with the refreshing sound of a clear pickaxe. Absolutely against the oppression of mining enthusiasts!

-Wow, now that the methods to make money have suddenly increased, I’m curious. Which one will be the most efficient?

The criticism towards Lena Land vanished instantly.

But I knew well about the nature of this community.

Once the seed of discontent is sown, it’s not easily erased.

Right now, the situation had reversed, so they were quietly donning their masks again, but once Pandora’s box is opened, it cannot be closed again in the same way.

‘Still, it’s better than falling apart immediately. At least we earned more One Coin.’

Whatever the case, the outcome was far from bad for me.

I could offer advice and help to Lena Land, who had kept their distance from me, gaining goodwill, and as one of the instigators who convened the meeting with Buck Minam Park Bong-sik, I left a deep impression on viewers as well.

“Uncle Bong-sik. You know I didn’t hand over the building anticipating an event like this, right?”

“I know. Seo-A gave it as a gift in good faith.”

“Still, there’s a moral responsibility, and I’ve heard that Uncle Bong-sik’s situation hasn’t been good lately.”

“Yeah! Seo-A, you’re the best.”

“Okay! Then I said it would roughly cost around 12 million Lena, so I’ll pay you 7 million Lena from that. How about that?”

[Bong-sik has received 100 candies from Jin-tak.]

-Of course, Seo-A is the best. T_T Seo-A, my brother may be a nerd, but I’m counting on you.

[Gol-geok Bong-sik has received 150 candies from Jin-tak.]

-I will worship Big Seo-A again today.

-Next time the Mark server opens, let’s be in the same guild with our brother Bong-sik. Gg.

Subtly addressing the issue of the building that had been used as the temporary headquarters of V-Live Company.

If I can win the goodwill of Buck Minam Park Bong-sik’s fandom with just 7 million Lena, that’s a massive gain.

The land tax had been reduced to 30%, so the entirety of V-Live Company had concluded its payment at around 20 million Lena, leaving us with plenty of financial leeway.

The reduced land tax is on a different level compared to other companies that are scrambling due to lack of funds, this is it.

“Alright, everything is resolved, so let’s get to work.”

“Mayo says she’s worked all day long. It seems she can take a break now.”

“Yeah~ I’ve confirmed that you were secretly exploring my broadcast. Stop mumbling nonsense and hurry up and work.”

Having successfully resolved the land tax issue, I returned to Sky Island Skypia and comforted the staff.

Now, there was really not much left.

The current completion rate of Sky Island Skypia had exceeded 90%.

I estimated that it might be delayed by about two days compared to the initial expectation, but there were no major problems.

‘Once the Sky Island is completed, things will be much easier for a while. There’s no need to be overly fixated on the Arena like before.’

With a pile of Ratatouille stored up, I would certainly be able to have a bit more freedom from now on.

Additionally, it was time to gradually reduce the focus on Minecraft starting in March and pay more attention to personal broadcasts.

Of course, Lena World will still be popular until April, but since it will be nearing the end by then, I needed to prepare in advance.

‘And there’s something even more important right now. We only have two days left.’

February 14th, Valentine’s Day, was waiting for me.

For female streamers, it’s one of the most important holidays alongside birthdays and Christmas.

The ingredients for the chocolates I ordered in advance had been waiting in the fridge for the past two days.

“Tomorrow, I have to make chocolates, so I’ll be doing a short broadcast. Everyone agrees, right?”

[Seo-A Broadcast hasn’t received 5 candies.]

-How long does it take to cook up poison? A short broadcast is a NO.

“No, what poison? I haven’t mentioned it, but I’ve been taking time to practice bit by bit. They come out looking beautiful and taste great. Let’s not start any nonsense.”

[Seo-A Broadcast hasn’t received 5 candies.]

-I can’t believe it, haha. If you want to prove it so badly, send me one to eat, and I’ll give you an honest review.

“Yeah~ Not happening. The Evil Vice President matches better than Valentine’s chocolates.”

[Seo-A Broadcast has been chat banned for 3 minutes.]

After dispatching the underhanded vice president, I informed the viewers about the schedules for tomorrow and the day after.

On Monday, a short broadcast followed by homemade chocolate production!

And on Tuesday, the day of Valentine’s Day, I would host an event broadcast to decide the recipient of the handmade chocolates!

“On Wednesday, I’ll send them out! At the latest, everyone should receive them by Friday. Chocolates so delicious, you won’t even know if one dies while you’re eating!”

Once again, the time to brew the broth was drawing near.