Now That I Have Become a Woman, I Am a Vtuber - Chapter 537

After the first filming at the newly changed studio, the filming for “Credits” Season 2 continued smoothly.

Surprisingly, Moon Chang-sik’s final filming was postponed during the shoot.

I heard that since we moved to a new studio, the schedule was pushed back a bit.

To be fair, he must be quite busy these days.

Didn’t the zombie movie that Moon Chang-sik starred in hit the box office? He’s probably getting an influx of offers for variety shows and various advertisements, which he used to get a lot anyway.

I can relate to how busy an actor can be. It’s impressive that he managed to spare time for the flashback scenes during that period.

Thinking about it, when was the zombie drama I filmed supposed to be released?

According to the schedule, it should be soon.

Once the drama I filmed is released and I start filming another drama with writer Ahn Ji-young again, this year will fly by.

It feels like just yesterday when we had a New Year’s break, and now the weather is already getting warm.

“Here, have some coffee.”

“Ah, thank you.”

I took the iced Americano from Park Kang-seok, which I always drink no matter the weather.

Now I really need coffee to feel energized.

I wonder if I’m becoming caffeine addicted. Should I just switch to decaf next time?

That might be better for my health.

Well…

“…How long will you be playing that game?”

“Huh? It’s still going strong.”

Honestly, considering my health, I shouldn’t be playing games like this right now.

But I’m currently hunting while sitting in the back seat of the car that Park Kang-seok is driving.

We even have a dedicated table set up to play games on now.

“If I don’t go in, who will feed my mercenaries?”

“Last time, you bragged that it ran smoothly without you.”

“There’s a new hunting ground open, so I can’t.”

After I summoned my second mercenary last time and continued to hunt diligently, I’ve filled the mercenary limit of 5.

In the meantime, we took down the Orc King in a large-scale raid, and now I’m working on quests in the next hunting ground to increase my fame.

I need to create a guild now.

Creating a guild requires a lot of fame and even more money, so I need to diligently gather those.

“Is it really that fun?”

“Well, it’s fun, and everyone else is doing it, so…”

Hmm, does he think I’m addicted? Just looking at the other members, many are fixated on this game.

After all, it is currently the most popular game on Dwitch.

We are gathering attention with large-scale content, so other streamers have created servers to play as well.

Right now, if you log into Dwitch, this game occupies the top ranks.

…Well, most of them are probably members of the Celestial Realm, though.

Anyway, it’s a server with both fun and popularity, so everyone is working hard.

Moreover, since most members gather in the Celestial Realm server, the YouTube angles turn out nicely.

And…

[Wow, it’s Miro-senpai!]

[Wow, Grand General!]

Without a doubt, our mercenary group currently has the most prominent exposure on YouTube.

Just walking around and adding thumbnails can result in hundreds of thousands of views—a top-tier group.

[Cough, cough, everyone’s so impudent.]

[Why are all the gazes gathered here?]

[Bro, let’s go quickly.]

Just look at the way this kid talks. There’s no way this YouTube angle won’t work.

And he’s got skills to boot.

Once, when I asked why he was so good, he said everyone was people who dedicated a part of their life to RPG games.

Their age range fits perfectly with those who would play RPGs heavily.

Moreover…

[Let’s go, bro!]

[There are too many people staring.]

[This is it, everyone’s just spectating and not hunting…]

I’m starting to find this concept a bit burdensome, but these people are so persistent.

Being called “bro” by older men is one thing for a day or two, but hearing it continuously for over a week feels strange.

I noticed there are people older than Park Kang-seok here.

[Look, there are thieves gathering!]

[Let’s quickly hunt and reclaim our livelihoods.]

But everyone seems excited, so I guess I need to join in. Seeing someone regain their spirit like a child at a late age is heartwarming.

Anyway, after continuously hunting in the car.

“We have arrived.”

“Oh, yes.”

Having arrived at the broadcasting station’s underground parking lot, I entrusted the hunting to my mercenaries and closed my laptop.

“It’s nice that time flies when playing games.”

“Yes, but you do look a bit tired these days.”

“…I’ll get a good night’s sleep tonight.”

Time does fly, but I’m not resting in the car, so I’m feeling a bit fatigued.

I guess I’ll skip the broadcast today and just get some sleep.

So, after getting out of the car, I took the elevator in the underground parking lot.

“What floor did the audition take place on?”

“On the 5th floor.”

“Hmm, I’m looking forward to it.”

Today, I came for an audition for an added role in Ahn Ji-young’s drama.

Since there are vacant roles, they decided to hold auditions. Being the lead actor, I thought I’d come to watch a bit.

“I’m here.”

“Oh, you came early.”

Inside the meeting room where the audition was taking place, the director and writer were sitting, along with the lead actor, Lee Seok-hyun. They pointed to a seat as I entered.

“Please sit in the judging seat here.”

“Oh, yes.”

Responding that way, I took a seat next to Lee Seok-hyun in the judging seat. Well, it’s called a judging seat, but I don’t plan on judging seriously.

How can I evaluate someone else’s acting?

I’ll just watch their performances and follow the decisions of the others.

“Have you eaten?”

“Yes, I had lunch earlier….”

“Oh, I ate that too today.”

After that, we casually chatted until it was time for the audition.

“Well then, please come in!”

One by one, people started coming in holding papers for auditions.

“Alright, please introduce yourself.”

“Ah yes, I’m here to audition for the….”

Thus, the actors who introduced themselves began to show their performances.

“How was Soo-hyun’s performance?”

“Huh? Well, they were good.”

I was just watching in awe.

“That person’s emotional acting from earlier….”

“It was good, right? But for the role…”

While they were busy evaluating beside me, I honestly thought everyone was good.

The difference would be whether they fit the role or not.

“Next person, please come in!”

I continued to observe others auditioning.

“I’ve prepared up to this point!”

“Thank you for your hard work!”

I usually only see acting on set. Watching them perform in an audition room feels strange.

“Alright, I look forward to working with you….”

“Oh, don’t be too nervous~”

At that moment, the next participant, seemingly very nervous, stammered while greeting.

“Y-yes! I will act…!”

…Thinking about it.

Without cameras or an audience, I’m preparing to act in front of just these four judges.

Am I really allowed to just watch like this?

Am I someone who corresponds to 25% of the viewer rating for this performance?

…It feels somewhat disrespectful, so I corrected my posture and watched the performance again.

Concentrating on the acting.

“Why! Why did you do that to me!”

Everyone feels different in some way.

Just now, the person trembled their hands when getting angry, while the other person clenched their teeth tightly.

Is it a habit? Or is it detail?

I casually glanced down at the script the performers were reading.

How would I have done?

I probably wouldn’t have bitten my tongue because I need to pronounce clearly, right? Hands… would they be tense for no reason?

I don’t know if I could pull off an angry performance.

I often did it in “Sera,” but it was mostly the cute kind of pouting anger.

“Why did you do that, you bastards!!”

If I were to audition, could I act like someone yelling angrily at the air over there?

Hmm, umm…

Honestly… it doesn’t seem impossible.

“Hmm.”

Having this kind of confidence feels fresh. I must have gained some acting experience.

“How was Soo-hyun’s performance just now?”

“It was a bit over the top.”

“What? You’re not saying it was good this time?”

“…It’s not that they were worse than the others.”

“Oh, are you starting to see things clearly now?”

“Ah… well yes….”

Earlier, I wondered if it was right for me to evaluate others.

Now my thoughts have slightly changed. It’s polite to pay attention.

Moreover, honestly, I don’t have a questionable history, do I?

My experience might be short, but it’s significant.

I should just put humility aside.

“Next person, please come in!”

To properly see the next person’s performance, I focused on the next script.

Let’s see, it looks like this time it’s a female role?

Then I should be able to observe them better than the previous one.

There’s bound to be a difference between male and female roles.

“What is lacking in me for you to think that way!”

Thus, I observed the performers with hawk-like focus again.

“What is… Uh, I’m sorry. I will do it again.”

…The last person didn’t bite their tongue because of me, did they?

After all, the focus is bound to be stronger on set.

I have to stand my ground regarding one gaze.

Well, anyway.

“How was it?”

“They made a mistake, but overall they were good. Their emotions were appropriate.”

“I didn’t know you had an eye for talent, Soo-hyun?”

“Haha… Compared to the others, I’m just scratching the surface….”

With that, the current person concluded their performance.

“Next person, please come in!”

The next applicant entered the meeting room.

Let’s see, it’s the same role again.

I’ll thoroughly compare this person with the last one. Hehe.

It’s time for the cold-hearted judge Miro to return…

“Hello! I’m Han Se-ryeong, here to audition this time!”

“Uh.”

…But upon hearing the name, I raised my head, hoping, and saw a familiar face.

What’s this person doing here?

Aren’t they supposed to be very active right now?

“I will begin acting!”

Whether I had lost my words for a moment or not, Han Se-ryeong, seemingly ignoring me, started her performance.