Please Do Your Debauchery After You Die - Chapter 68

Chapter 68: The Chairman’s Hobby

Bansel was fundamentally a product that appropriately mixed desire for admiration and ostentation.

The desire to decorate the broadcast station with the Bansel of a streamer I like or one famous on the platform.

And the yearning to boast to visitors of the station that I possess Bansels from such popular streamers is what drives the purchase of Bansels.

“Then I should stimulate that.”

I pondered.

How can I provoke the viewers’ desire for admiration and ostentation?

Surprisingly, the answer was easily found.

It may be somewhat ambiguous in the streaming community, but if I turn my eyes to other fields, there exists a very wise revenue model that is notoriously known to users from a corporate standpoint.

That is, collectible mobile games!

With every update, simply releasing high-grade new characters with pretty illustrations and bizarre performances makes money just flow in!

Imagining the sight of gullible users opening their wallets without hesitation, I already felt certain about success.

Yes, this is it.

I cheered enthusiastically on the spot.

An ambitious project that would fill my completely empty wallet again.

From Normal (N) to Super Special Rare (SSR),

If N-grade involves adding autographs and nicknames to regular Bansels, R-grade takes it a step further by also sending a short handwritten letter.

A true fan cannot resist a handwritten letter.

The unit prices for N and R grades are 1,000 and 2,000, respectively, which is not overly burdensome for adults.

“In fact, the real start is from SR grade.”

The Bansel classified as SR (Super Rare), which can be considered the main stage.

This would be a GIF Bansel.

By 2025, it will be a fairly common type of Bansel, but in the early days of the virtual streaming community, over 90% of Bansels were all single-shot Bansels.

Moreover, these are not ordinary GIFs; they are all edited snippets of my concert stage scenes.

Even if I sell Bansels again later, they’ll be “Virtual Streamer Seo-A’s First Concert Limited Edition” Bansels that can’t be obtained at that time!

Ultimately, business is also about storytelling.

It’s about how much value you can instill in the product you are selling in the hearts of the buyers.

I actively appealed to the viewers about the value of the concert GIF Bansel through enthusiastic storytelling.

The title of the first concert GIF in the virtual space.

Moreover, there was rarity due to the ten-person limit.

Since I produced the GIF Bansels only from the footage of my stage, I made sure there would be no duplicates, which is why there were only that many.

Ah, of course, there was a deliberate reason for that too.

If too many quantities were produced, the value of the “Virtual First Concert GIF Bansel” product would risk dropping.

And naturally, if purchased at SR grade, single-shot Bansels and handwritten letters would also be included.

The unit price for SR grade Bansels was 5,000!

For an ordinary office worker, that might feel a bit burdensome, but considering it’s a limited edition, I was confident it would sell out.

And finally… today’s highlight, the much-anticipated SSR grade Bansel!

“Actually, this might be a bit ambiguous to call a Bansel. It’s a video. I sang once more on the concert hall map. I also filmed it and edited it beautifully. You could say it’s the New version of Virtual Streamer Seo-A’s concert stage! Ah, only one person can purchase this. Since it’s SSR grade, it has to be rare.”

– What? The New version of the concert stage?

– Holy cr*p! Shut up and take my money!

– Wow;; this is really legendary; I want it.

– What’s this stimulating my collecting desires? A personal collectible video that only I can have? This really drives people crazy.

– So, what’s the unit price? I’ll take out a loan right now.

The chat room was going crazy.

The premium for a unique product that others cannot possess.

How much does this design stimulate desire?

This information went viral in the FM community in real-time, and the viewer count, which had stagnated, began to rise rapidly again.

“About the unit price for SSR grade Bansels? There’s no set price. After all other grade Bansel sales are finished, I plan to hold an auction. If you’re lucky, you might be able to purchase it at a price similar to the SR grade GIF Bansels.”

Cough, was that too much of a scoop?

After making the comment, I quietly scanned the chat for reactions.

– Lol? Do you have a conscience? How can this sell at a price similar to SR grade Bansels?

– Ah… I can’t buy because I have no money. Can I at least watch the video? I’m going crazy.

– Selling Bansels feels like I’m spending money on a game, it’s hilarious lol.

– Seo-A is a famous money-grubber on Pangea TV.

Finally, the much-anticipated Bansel sales begin.

***

Seo-A’s Pouch thought.

The SSR grade Bansel is solely for me.

While maintaining a relatively solemn image on broadcast, that is merely a mask.

Being a super fan inherently indicates some degree of ‘attention-seeking’ nature.

What about the top tier, the Chairman?

“I will definitely adorn my broadcasting station with it.”

Currently, the main feature of the broadcast station is the Bansel of the famous female cam model Kim Ha-Yoon.

I remember it was received as a sponsorship of 7,777 units about four months ago.

Seo-A’s secret concert video would surely have a value incomparable to that.

“Then I will start selling N-grade Bansels! Everyone, please apply for purchases with candy sponsorship. Manager, please keep track of it carefully. I will only accept applications for 10 minutes.”

[Seo-AM-hair loss has sponsored 1,000 candies.]

[Ugadol Seo-A’s Land has sponsored 1,000 candies.]

[Child Who Wants to Sell has sponsored 1,000 candies.]

[Bansel Mania has sponsored 1,000 candies.]

Not only the super fans but also fans who usually sponsor a bit rushed in to start purchasing Bansels.

Decent numbers of viewers who usually showed interest in Bansels also joined in.

In the blink of an eye, the 10 minutes passed.

Seo-A pretended to be surprised and said.

“Wow! Thank you so much. 34 people have purchased N-grade Bansels. I will work hard and upload all of them by this weekend. Now, next is R-grade. This time I’ll take applications for 5 minutes.”

[Mr./Ms. Boston Seo-A has sponsored 2,000 candies.]

[Virtual Like has sponsored 2,000 candies.]

[Back in the Day has sponsored 2,000 candies.]

It seemed that fewer buyers came in than the N-grade since the price had increased.

After 5 minutes, the number of purchasers was announced as a total of 18.

Now it was SR grade’s turn.

“SR grade Bansels will be sold to the first 10 people only. Is there anyone wanting to purchase Lovely Seo-A’s SR grade Bansel?”

– Lovely Seo-A? Hmm, that’s kind of appealing.

– 5,000 is a bit… tough.

[Mr./Ms. Seo-A’s House Is On Fire has sponsored 5,000 candies.]

[Seoa Broadcast has sponsored 5,000 candies.]

– Whoa lol, this is selling well too.

Seemingly, the price was burdensome enough that purchases were mainly made by d*e-hard fans.

Occasionally, a big spender from the usual crowd would appear.

“5,000 means I could get a well-known female cam model’s Bansel. It’s clear Seo-A is doing well.”

While it consists of a package of single-shot Bansels, GIF Bansels, and handwritten letters, it’s definitely on the pricier side for Bansels in the still somewhat niche market of virtual streaming.

Yet, the fact that it’s selling seems to prove Seo-A’s current value.

“Wow! They are all sold out. Finally, only the much-anticipated SSR grade Bansel remains. As mentioned before, this will proceed as an auction. To keep it interesting, I’ll only take bids for 10 minutes. Let’s get started!”

As Seo-A’s manipulation began, an exhilarating BGM played.

The Vice Chairman, who had already purchased SR grade Bansels, subtly expressed his desire.

[Seoa Broadcast has sponsored 5 candies.]

– 5,000! Please don’t bid, everyone. We’re all just falling for Seo-A’s money-grubbing scheme.

“Oh dear! What is our Vice Chairman saying right now? Shall we go over there and talk for a bit? Let me inform you how heavy the crime of obstructing business is.”

[Please Coin has sponsored 100 candies.]

– 7,000.

“Wow! Thank you for the 7,000 bid, Please Coin. Ah? But you’re not here for stock broadcasts today, are you? Oh! Finally, has Please Coin realized the charm of my broadcasts? I hope to see you often from now on.”

[Please Coin has sponsored 100 candies.]

– I thought the auction broadcast would be fun.

“Oh, I see. You like stocks, auctions… things like that.”

[Seoa Broadcast has sponsored 5 candies.]

– 8,000! I have to survive on instant noodles starting tomorrow, please!

“No, Vice Chairman. Don’t sponsor that much, I told you! And you always talk about instant noodles as a sponsor; it’s getting a bit stale now.”

[Watching Female Cam Models Unemployed has sponsored 100 candies.]

– 10,000 candies. If I win the bid, can I get a number as well?

Initially, it was a competition among d*e-hard fans, but it seemed that a big spender from the female cam model community heard the rumors circulating in the community and joined in.

Meanwhile, time continued to flow, and before I knew it, the auction price had reached 15,000 candies.

“Now, 1 minute is left. Is the owner of the SSR-grade Bansel going to be Please Coin? Drumroll please! There’s still a chance for a comeback!”

– Wow lol, a Bansel for 15,000 is legendary.

– But this isn’t just a Bansel; it’s a video, so the value might differ? It probably took filming and editing staff.

– If that person wins the bid, they might rise to at least the third place of d*e-hard fans? After all, they don’t even come to the broadcasts often, but their username has “coin” in it, don’t they?

– But today, the Chairman seems quiet.

Seo-A’s Pouch leisurely awaited the last moments.

Typically, the protagonist is meant to appear at the crucial moment.

Moreover, I had to maintain the concept now.

If I kept bidding in small amounts, it would make me look too lightweight.

“30 seconds left. Is there anyone else who wants to bid? Vice Chairman! Are you really… going to lose?”

[Seoa Broadcast has sponsored 5 candies.]

– Please, it’s madness! From next week, I’ll live on instant noodles!

After a short back-and-forth, the time dropped to 10 seconds.

Thus, the SSR grade Bansel seemed set to go to Please Coin.

In that moment, Seo-A’s Pouch swiftly clicked the candy sponsorship icon and entered the number.

“3, 2, 1, finally… ah?”

[Seo-A’s Pouch has sponsored 30,000 candies.]

– The SSR grade Bansel is now mine.

The maximum candy sponsorship count for Pangea TV’s signature image, 30,000 candies.

That number, which is rarely seen, sent the broadcast momentarily into silence.

Shortly after, the chat room erupted in a frenzy.

Most of the content was praising Seo-A’s Pouch, the Chairman.

“Uh, what? 30,000!? Chairman! I love you. Shall we set a date right away? I’m fine with a small wedding.”

– Lol? He’s officially a money-grubber now!

– If the Chairman sets the date immediately, life will be ruined.

– Whoa;; how much did they earn today from Bansel sales? Even without considering the commission, it’s over 9 million won in a day, which is more than my salary for three months!

– If Seo-A, the streamer, sheds tears over the commission, she might have to become the best streamer soon, for sure!

Responses pouring in from both the streamer and the viewers showed overwhelming excitement.

Seo-A’s Pouch tried to suppress the rising corners of her mouth and typed a brief message in the chat.

– A small wedding proposal? Hmm, is that appealing?

“Ah! Chairman, you’re being too much. You’ve been toying with me all this time. I devoted all my innocence to you. T_T I’m looking for a new Chairman who can solely look at me!”

She is truly a born broadcaster.

Even with the playful teasing in the chat, Seo-A handled it skillfully.

Seo-A’s Pouch felt a sense of satisfaction and subtly switched the screen to write one post.

– I’ll share how I got a marriage proposal from Seo-A.

Seo-A keeps insisting that a small wedding is nice, what should I do?

ㄴ (Not a human)

ㄴ I noted this person’s verbal diarrhea, and they’re just as bad as before.

ㄴ But it seems that Seo-A’s fan is in fact very real lol; they mentioned a small wedding on Seo-A’s broadcast, and looking at the real-time post, it seems…

ㄴ If someone doesn’t know, they’d think I’m Seo-A’s Chairman lol.

It was the Chairman’s secret hobby.