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[Today’s Miro Broadcast Dinner Table]

(Captured from Miro’s Broadcast)

If it looked appetizing, that’d be a huge win, lol.

– For real, it actually looks pretty good.

– I’ve heard the stir-fried pork is tasty; I’m curious, lol.

Yeah, for real.

[So, Miro is]

(Captured from a branching music video)

She looks like that and can also make sausage stir-fry?

Wow, that’s impressive, she’s got it all, lol.

– You gotta marry a girl like Miro.

Yeah, for real, lol.

– Do you think Miro’d even want to marry you?

– I can totally eat sausage well too.

Yeah, for real…

[Earlier Miro FPS Death Compilation]

(Videos of Miro dying)

She died in so many ways, lol.

– Seriously, what kind of game is that?

– The skills are seriously dizzying, lol.

– Miro’s just starting, but the opponent doesn’t seem like one, lol.

– Since it’s a game that hasn’t received new players lately, lol.

– After dying like that and playing some games, Miro had the confidence and stopped listening to me, lol.

Yeah, for real, lol. The Japanese player behind her is really getting frustrated, that’s a highlight, lol.

[But if you think about it, she’s really scary…]

(Captured from Murasaki Tenshi’s profile)

That right there is Murasaki Tenshi, who just became a guest.

A giant VTuber with 1.8 million subscribers flew all the way from Japan to Seoul just to see Miro, lol.

– When did she hit 1.8 million, lol?

– She’s been on a growth streak lately, I guess.

– When she streams, there’s some Korean chat too, lol.

– She hit the jackpot with Kimchi Coin, lol.

– If Miro takes the red pill, I can see why, lol.

[Finally, the third guest enters, lol]

I was wondering why they weren’t here, but it turns out another guest arrived.

– For real? Who is it this time??

Yeah, it’s Haeil.

– Only second-gen are coming, huh.

– Seems like Miro summoned her because she’s easy to deal with, lol.

[Haeil is unexpected]

Were Miro and her close? I thought she’d bring a first-gen member after Seo Eun-ha.

– No, no, Haeil said she’s never seen her before today.

– Really? But why did she call her then?

– Does a senior need a reason to call a junior? They just come if you call them.

Yeah, for real, lol.

[Miro is being a little sneaky…]

Last year, she did a one-man show until the members arrived the next day, but now she just invites a guest and enjoys it all by herself, huh…

– Miro’s getting older, huh.

– LOL, if she has even one hour per guest, she can fill up the day!

Yeah, for real, that’s a sweet deal, lol.

[What the hell are they doing, though?]

(Miro’s Broadcast Screen)

What are they typing right now?

This isn’t exactly special programming, lol.

– LOL.

– This girl’s doing some sort of ant-farming during a special broadcast, huh?

– But is farming something that fits civilization? Think of it as Miro’s folk game, lol.

– Yeah, for real.

– I’ve never played Civilization even once, but I pretty much know what it is now, lol.

[At this moment, feeling uneasy…]

Haeil <— Why is she enjoying this??

Isn’t she turning into Seo Eun-ha?

- As long as it’s not me, that’s fine, lol.

- For real, as long as it’s not the person I’m watching, that’s okay, lol.

- Who are you watching?

- Not telling you, dumbass, lol.

- Haeil just loves all kinds of games.

- Yeah, she’s a serious gamer, lol.

[Honestly, if Civilization was somewhat fun, that’d be nice, lol.]

Knowing the game, it’s fun to give pointers, lol.

- For real.

- It’s watchable, lol.

- What’s so watchable? I’m gonna die of boredom.

- Then just go to sleep, lol.

- Hell no.

[Honestly, I’m super sleepy right now.]

I’m afraid Miro will stay awake all night and chat like last time, so I’m trying not to sleep, lol.

- Huge win, forget it, lol.

- Last time, I totally missed it.

- I’m just waiting for that, lol.

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“How was everyone? Was it enjoyable?”

- No.

- For heaven's sake, don’t ever try that again.

- It was kind of fun.

- It was watchable, yeah...

“Phew... I'm glad you all liked it.”

“Right? Isn't that so?”

Haeil, who was sitting next to me, had a puzzled expression, but the broadcast proceeded without any issues.

Getting close with juniors while teaching them games and streaming too; isn’t that a two-for-one deal?

“Is it over?”

Just then, Tenshi, who was sitting on the bed and watching the stream with Seo Eun-ha, came over to ask softly.

I wanted to say it's only been a short time, but the lethargy caused by tonight's proceedings had all but melted away; perhaps Eun-ha had some talent for comforting people?

“Yes, it’s time to wash up and sleep now.”

That made it officially the end of today’s broadcast schedule.

I should prepare well.

- Oh.

- No, no, no.

- Just a little more.

- Can’t we stream till dawn?

“Well… staying till dawn… that’s all I’m considering.”

Last time, I just left it on and slept, but if I do that again, I wouldn’t have grown at all.

I had thought ahead.

I had also secured cooperation.

“Well then, please wait a moment.”

- Okay.

- Are you coming?

- Don’t just go to sleep like that.

“Ahaha, I’ll play some background music for you.”

And just like that, the broadcast was momentarily paused while everyone prepared for bed.

Others were brushing their teeth or washing their faces with toothbrushes they had brought, while I finished showering in the master bathroom.

After securing my hair band well, I returned to the room; the others were already gathered closely in my room.

“Miro’s totally fresh!”

“Right? Tenshi also looks fresh.”

While I chatted with Tenshi, who had removed her slightly heavy makeup and looked pleasantly refreshed, Haeil asked in admiration from the side.

“Wow, is that really the bare face of a senior?”

“There wasn't much makeup before.”

“Really?”

“Didn’t it seem like I had some on?”

Why would I be putting on makeup at home? Just a bit of lotion is enough.

“...The more I look, the more surprising it is.”

Haeil, who had dyed her hair and seemed to take a bit of interest in grooming, looked a little shocked at my appearance.

I understood what she felt, but...

“Junior.”

“Yes?”

“If you make me your role model, life will be tough for you, so don’t worry too much.”

“Did you really just say that yourself...?”

...That was advice, but why?

There are people in the world who can serve as role models and people who can’t.

The latter feels much more fitting for me, so I only said it.

“But where are we sleeping?”

At that moment, Tenshi, who already looked a bit tired, asked gently.

Where to sleep? Well, in the living room, of course.

I had taken out bedding from the master during the wash, so it was ready.

“I’ve laid out blankets in the living room.”

“What about Miro?”

“I'll sleep in my bed....”

“What!”

Tenshi looked at me like I was crazy, but I couldn’t help it.

I mean, the broadcast will be running all night, right? I need to be close to my computer since anything could happen.

“I want to sleep in the bed too!”

“Then shall we all sleep together?”

“What!”

Though it may be a bit cramped, combined, we’d be four, but with some effort, we could find a way to fit, right?

Haeil is about as tall as me, but Tenshi and Seo Eun-ha are petite, so it seems doable.

“...Well, I’ll sleep in the living room with Eun-ha.”

However, perhaps Haeil didn’t want to cram like that, so she gently tugged Eun-ha and went off to the living room.

“Oh, I want to….”

“Eun-ha, you’re sleeping with me.”

Eun-ha looked like she had some words to say, but was then lethargically dragged off toward the living room.

Seeing her be dragged like that, I guess because Eun-ha is younger, she’s treated as the youngest among the second-years.

“But can we really sleep like this?”

After Haeil and Eun-ha stepped out, Tenshi perched on the edge of the bed and asked.

“No, I can’t sleep yet.”

I hadn’t told the viewers I was sleeping yet, and I still had one important thing left to do.

“Then go say hi. I’ll lie down first.”

“Are you really sleepy?”

“A bit?”

Now that I think about it, Tenshi must have arrived this morning from Japan, right?

Considering that distance, it’s only natural she’s exhausted.

“Then go ahead and sleep. Thanks for today.”

“Yep…”

When Tenshi answered that, she closed her eyes, and I sat on the bed, picking up my phone.

Looking at the messages that had come earlier, it was about time they arrived.

After waiting a moment, as expected, a message came, and I quietly got up, putting on my pajamas and just an outer coat, heading for the living room.

“Where are you going, senior?”

As I stepped into the living room, Haeil, who had sprawled on the blankets, lifted her head and looked over.

Is Eun-ha already asleep? How long has it been since she went to the living room?

“I’m going to open the door for the last guests.”

“Huh?? There are more?”

Of course, there are.

How many people could I possibly invite? Did I really think I’d only call three today?

“Just lie down comfortably.”

After coaxing Haeil back to lie down, I opened the door and stepped outside.

Sneaking past the sleeping Bok-sil to avoid waking them, I casually walked through the yard and opened the main gate, seeing people who were already waiting outside.

“Did you all sleep well?”

“Yeah, I didn’t get to watch the broadcast~”

“Are they all inside?”

“Happy birthday.”

Three first-gen members from the Celestial Realm.

One after another, Anna, Maho, and Loa.

I’m thankful to my fellow first-gen classmates who kindly accepted my request to come to my house at this late hour.

“Come in quickly.”

“Yeah~ Ah, it's cold.”

So just like that, I led the three first-gen members into the house.

“Who on earth…?”

With me coming in with three people, Haeil got up, her eyes wide in surprise.

“Are you Haeil, the junior? You look just like a junior.”

“Yeah?”

“I’m Anna.”

“This is Maho, and that’s Loa.”

“Whoa!”

Seemingly a little panicked after waking up to see three seniors, Haeil looked faintly at a loss.

Hmm... I feel bad for her.

Calling three people at once might have been overkill?

But the night is long, and three of them are essential.

“Anyway, don’t trouble the junior and hurry in, okay?”

“Oh, right. The viewers must be waiting.”

Leaving a perplexed Haeil behind, we filed into the room.

“Wow, is this the esteemed Tenshi?”

“So cute.”

“She’s already sleeping.”

The three who entered the room chatted for a bit while looking at Tenshi, who was lying on the bed, and then they focused on the soundproof booth where the broadcast was still running.

“The viewers are probably running out of patience, huh?”

“They might be spamming in the chat by now?”

“Whoa, if it’s Miro’s broadcast, that does seem likely.”

I apologize to Anna, but it’s not just likely; it’s basically guaranteed.

- When will you be back?

- Is this some kind of joke???

- I’m super mad.

- Me.

- Hurry up and stream!

- Lock.

- Please come back...

Looks like the chat’s a little lively.

After all, some time had passed since I left.

“Wow….”

Loa lightly gasped as she saw those chat messages.

Is it that amazing that Loa’s chat has virtually no cursing?

“Looks like the viewers display little patience, so should we turn on the mic right away?”

“Miro is going to sleep now; we’ll take over right after.”

“Should we really?”

“Yeah, you’re tired, right? Plus, this way will be more surprising, don’t you think?”

Hmm… If Anna puts it that way.

I took a brief step back, leaving the cramped soundproof booth.

“I will be passing the stream to Anna, who will be taking the night broadcast in place of Miro....”

As I heard Anna’s voice beginning to launch the stream while the door of the booth opened, one word suddenly popped into my head.

What’s this situation called again?

There’s a specialized term for it.

Ah, right.

It’s called automation.

Broadcasting continues even while I sleep.

How wonderful is this?

This is how to utilize connections.

With the members’ voices coming through the booth as my radio, I drifted off to sleep.

 

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