Please Do Your Debauchery After You Die - Chapter 56
Chapter 56: The Stage Curtain Falls
Miho’s stage was an opportunity to properly showcase her strengths.
First, the dance.
She had previously presented this once during a collaboration with Sayoh, and it was quite sensual.
While she couldn’t be compared to professional dancers, she had a charm that caught the attention of the men.
With enticing hip movements and heart-grabbing expressions.
Moreover, her singing was decent.
I wouldn’t call it a song pick, but it was at an average level similar to mine, and above all, her tone was good.
It gave a vibe reminiscent of Bolppalgan4.
These tone picks had a definite advantage in recordings, so if the live portion was reduced, their usability was high.
“I really enjoyed the three of your performances. First, Seo Chae-i.”
“Yes.”
“Is there anything you want to say to Sayoh right now?”
“Huh? Say, Sayoh? Why am I the only one being asked that…… The others were asked what they wanted to say to their fans.”
“Okay. Are you saying you don’t even want to talk to the eliminated Sayoh? I’ve confirmed Seo Chae-i’s sincerity.”
Sometimes serious.
Sometimes skillfully conducting the interview while finding moments for laughter.
The viewers could be seen becoming increasingly immersed in the concert.
Before long, the number of viewers surpassed 14,000.
Truly encouraging.
Even before the regression, no virtual streamer had achieved such a viewer count apart from the big company virtuals on LebitTV.
Many virtuals had set similar records on Lena World, but apart from one, the numbers were achieved as a result of the big company streamers’ spillovers, which clearly distinguished the current me.
‘Is this the sweetness of monopoly? It’s so sweet it feels like my teeth are going to rot.’
Lena World, which signals the great trend of the Pangea TV virtual panel, will have a much bigger pie than now, but with that comes a lot more competition.
Virtual streamers are popping up everywhere.
On the other hand, even though the pie is smaller now, I was overwhelmingly in the spotlight.
Having debuted before anyone else and steadily building recognition.
A solid fanbase that brewed broth with skills rivaling Michelin three-stars.
The topic of the Ugaidol audition.
Moreover, with the crowning touch of holding a concert, it truly deserved the title ‘Virtual King’.
But I must not be complacent.
The blue ocean of Pangea TV will soon disappear, and the era of infinite competition will come.
Preparing for a new era from the pinnacle.
“Next is Ms. Lucy’s turn. Sim Kyuseon’s Yaraehyang…… You can look forward to it.”
In today’s concert stage, only Lucy and I were performing live.
There was a bit of concern, but if Lucy was to grow strong, it couldn’t be helped.
I intended to firmly develop Lucy as an undeniable song pick in the crew.
Compared to the monstrous vocalists who will debut later, she may fall short, but if she gains experience diligently from now on, she will be at least at a level to lean on.
Experience is a powerful weapon that cannot be underestimated.
Darling, who has won numerous virtual singing competitions, has also been broken, shattered, and rolling on the floor during her rookie days.
– Wow, this eastern style is great, this is national pride.
– Waiter! Bring me some makgeolli here!
– Although Lucy doesn’t have idol vocalization, her singing is really tasty; I hope she passes all the way.
– Huh? By the way, why is Lucy performing at today’s concert? Wasn’t she supposed to be a guest among the eliminated participants excluding Seoa?
– Maybe Lucy participated because she’s friendly with Seoa? They’re probably the closest among the streamers.
– This person’s singing and tone match Sim Kyuseon perfectly.
Fortunately, Lucy completed her stage safely.
There were about two pitch mistakes in the middle, but the viewers actually enjoyed that, saying it was the charm of live performance.
The moment her voice wavering slightly emotionally resonated with the audience?
If the viewers enjoyed it, then that’s okay!
We moved on to the next act.
The concert was nearing its end.
The stage where Choi Man-sun, Linko, Geum Kiwi, and Binming would perform began.
Their song selection was TWICE’s What is Love.
After a bright and lively performance, the interview time came again.
From then on, I intentionally began to blend in praises for Sayoh without making it awkward.
For example, I mentioned that the reason I could hold a concert with so many people was thanks to Sayoh hosting the Ugaidol audition.
There were many more things to praise.
Even a dry towel can yield moisture when twisted.
As a result, responses started to come in the chat room.
– Seriously, Seoa has been praising Sayoh so much since before lol.
– Anyone who has social experience would know; a friend like Seoa is the real deal.
– For real, if things go well, there are many people who mistakenly think they succeeded all on their own.
– I really hope Seoa does well; Sayoh, please make Seoa a final member of Ugaidol!
Let’s shift my focus.
What I need to take care of is not just the fans of the eliminated participants.
Rather, the greater number would be Sayoh’s fans and the Buttpicking viewers who could be considered the flow of the Ugaidol audition.
The one who currently holds the sentiments of these viewers is Sayoh, the host of the audition.
Moreover, I am planning a deal with Sayoh.
To maximize the effect of that deal, it was essential to gain favor with Sayoh’s fans above all.
‘Even if a wrong choice is made in Ugaidol, Sayoh will still be a well-established mid-tier star in 2025. There’s no need to embarrass ourselves. Even if we’re both wearing masks, maintaining a good relationship will be beneficial.’
As a streamer, one must fundamentally know how to ‘pretend to be friendly.’
There’s no need to create enemies.
It was so frustrating before the regression when Lucy couldn’t do that.
Thus, I prepared to demonstrate a role model for Lucy while getting ready for the concert’s finale.
“Now, it’s really the last one. Everyone, please come up.”
The twelve guests stood on stage in a flurry.
The chat room reflected cries begging them not to leave.
Even though an hour had already passed, the viewers felt a sense of regret.
That shows today’s concert was that good, allowing me to smile as I mentioned the finale.
“Alright! This is the final stage. Everyone will sing with all their hearts, so please listen well. I love you all.”
The intro began gently.
The last song to sing as a group was the classic “Ijen Annyeong” by 015B.
Though released in 1991, it’s such a masterpiece that many remakes exist.
[Goodbye is not an eternal farewell
It’ll be a promise to meet again.
The time we spent together shall remain a memory,
And we must leave to find our respective paths.]
From the lyrics to the atmosphere of the song, everything was filled with nostalgia.
The perfect song selection to adorn the concert’s finale.
Each time we gathered for the part of the song, the camera moved to capture a definitive composition.
How overwhelming it must feel for fans to see their favorite virtual’s figure filling the broadcast screen.
While I felt sorry for the meticulously calculated emotion, I hoped at least one thing was known.
That I had exerted my utmost effort.
[Goodbye is not an eternal farewell
It’ll be a promise to meet again.
The time we spent together shall remain a memory-]
As the first verse ended, we all held hands and took a step forward.
Then, in sync with the next signal, we lowered our heads simultaneously.
Closing remarks to the viewers.
At the same time, the screen went black.
– Huh? What? Why did it suddenly end!
– At least let us sing the last song until the second verse!
– Those heartless ones, they just leave without an encore.
– Ahhhh! Come back! Do you want to see me go crazy? I feel like I’m going to have lunch now.
– Ah… my world has ended.
Viewers expressing their frustrations over the unexpected ending timing, feeling a sense of loss.
What did I say?
The best skill to evoke emotion is ‘twist.’
Bam-!
Light swallowed the darkness.
Back on stage.
We had all disappeared.
The camera slowly tilted upwards, eventually illuminating the screen.
A video was playing there.
The second highlight reel of the guests, which had been shown before the concert began, continued to play.
Since 30 seconds per individual wouldn’t fully capture their stories……
The background music was the second verse of “Ijen Annyeong,” which hadn’t been finished.
Sae Dalkom was first up, followed by Miho, Dantz, Seo Chae-i, Binming, Seolpyo-woo, Aiko…… the main characters of today continued in succession.
Finally, the phrase “Everyone is an Idol” filled the screen.
Is it over like this?
But the song wasn’t finished yet.
Soon, a familiar voice emerged from the video.
“Are you going to properly finish the whole song? Huh? Again!”
A voice familiar to me but new to others.
Responses of confusion flooded the chat room.
“A beautiful page of youth! Let’s write it together.”
“Again! You got the ending wrong.”
A clip of the tiger vocal trainer coaching.
While only a shadow could be seen shot from a corner with a cellphone, sometimes such production can evoke more emotion.
A process of relentless effort, even while being scolded.
– What is this video? Was it shot with a cellphone? Is this a live broadcast? Virtual Red Pill, stop!
– The singing voice resembles Seoa, but what is this?
– Wow;; Is this a video of practicing the opening song? When did they think of filming all this?
– Daeseoa has everything planned out ㄷㄷ
The practice video was just the beginning.
For today’s concert, everything I had done thus far flashed by in sequence.
Dozens of meeting minutes discussing with the staff scattered around.
Scenes of adjusting the avatar’s movements on VRC.
The recruitment process of past guests.
An under-four-minute video, but it contained a ‘story.’
A story proving that I had been giving my best for the past two months.
Suppressing the emotions that began to swell up unconsciously, I carefully gripped the microphone with trembling hands and said,
“Everyone…… I love you all. Goodbye.”
Thus, leaving behind the final aftertaste.
[Seoa’s broadcast has ended.]
[Thank you for watching.]