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It’s been quite a while since we started producing the music video for the new song made by Lee Kang-jun.

Contrary to my initial worries, Ahn Jung-hwan’s team, in charge of the music video production, has surprisingly been diligent, informing me of the progress three times a week and asking if there’s anything I want to add.

Each time there’s an update on the progress, I see a noticeable development; it seems like the music video might come out much sooner than expected.

These days, Jeong-hoon has been pouring his heart into composing… I’m eager to see which comes out first, his track or the music video.

And it seems like Loa and Harbin are getting somewhat closer too.

Well, there hasn’t been much progress on that front, but I think they might pick up the pace now.

The reason is that Harbin’s busy schedule has finally come to an end.

The long recording for the second album of the second generation is finally finished.

And since the music video is already completed, the new song from the second generation will be announced today.

“Wow, time flies, right?”

– For real

– So fast!

– Is it already today?

Since it’s the announcement day, I turned on the broadcast early to watch the premiere together with the viewers.

It feels like it was just yesterday when the second generation debuted, yet here we are, releasing their second song… It’s a bit surreal.

“Are you all excited?”

– Yeah!

– Just wait until the song is bad.

– When will the third album of the first generation come out?

“Third album of the first generation? I really don’t know.”

It might not even come out at all.

Considering there’s been no news about it so far.

-;;;

– Even if it’s just you, please come out

– What’s the point of gathering composers then?

“Oh, that track is in the works.”

Since we publicly recruited composers, the viewers already sensed that I was working on a song.

So, as time goes by, they’re urging me to hurry and release it, but… honestly, I don’t even know when it’ll be revealed.

“Let’s talk about the second album of the juniors instead.”

Of course, I have one completed track, but it feels awkward to spoil it, so I shifted the topic.

Isn’t today the day our juniors are releasing their song?

There’s no need to discuss my new song unnecessarily.

“Miro, here’s some water I brought.”

“Ah, thank you.”

And today I’m not alone.

“What about the others?”

“They’re just in front, apparently?”

All of the first-generation members decided to gather at my house today.

Director Kim is on a business trip, and Mrs. Jang went to her family’s home for a bit, so I quickly called the members.

It’s nice to see everyone together, right?

“Ah, everyone today…”

As I received the water from Anna and took a sip, Anna smoothly continued the blank dialogue.

It’s definitely more comfortable with everyone around.

This is what having a team is for, huh.

Just as I was enjoying my drink, a message arrived, announcing that the other members had arrived.

“Oh, I’ll go open the door.”

“Okay.”

I went to the entrance and opened the door to a bunch of members waiting outside.

“Miro, hi!”

“Wow, it’s been a while since I’ve been here.”

“Where’s Bok-sil?”

“Hurry and come in!”

I brought the already loud members into my room where they sat closely together.

“Wow, the second gen is already releasing their second album.”

“Time really flies.”

“We…”

Once all the members gathered, I didn’t even need to speak.

Aren’t they all broadcasting professionals by now?

With six such individuals gathered, it wouldn’t matter if one went silent.

– Why isn’t Miro talking?

– Seems like she’s just resting, lol

“… resting?”

So I really got caught for not talking at all.

“Miro, come on.”

“Did you call us here just to sit still?”

“You should lead things along.”

Once everyone crowded around, I got herded back to the center.

These people…

“Miro, fighting!”

“Hurry and lead us!”

Thinking about it, I’m not the only one wanting to enjoy the honey.

As I found myself more or less forced to take the lead in conversation, the song release time was approaching.

“Ah, it’s about to start.”

“Quick, get in.”

“What were you doing not preparing in advance?”

In the midst of all the chatter, the members who had momentarily forgotten about the second album started getting anxious.

We quickly entered the waiting room for the premiere.

Fortunately, there was still about a minute left until the release.

If we had forgotten and entered late because of the conversation, that would have been a disaster.

“Phew…”

“Thank goodness.”

The members also exhaled in relief, and then quickly fell into a quieter demeanor.

It doesn’t seem like there’s a significant reason, but are they all nervous?

“Are you nervous?”

“Right…”

“I suddenly feel nervous too.”

As I thought.

They were chatting happily just a moment ago, but with the release approaching, everyone turned silent due to nerves.

“I’m nervous too.”

Of course, I was also feeling my heart race more and more.

This is indeed nerve-wracking.

– You? lol

– What a joke

– Don’t force the panic

“No, it’s real.”

Though the viewers didn’t believe me, I indeed felt this racing heart.

Honestly, I probably wouldn’t have felt nervous normally, but I’m currently collaborating with the team that produced the music video for the song being released now.

This is the latest work of my business partners.

It’s only natural to feel a bit anxious while watching it.

Moreover, it’s a new song that our juniors poured their hearts into?

If that doesn’t make your heart race, then you’d truly be heartless.

While calming my heart, the countdown quickly progressed.

Soon, the numbers hit zero, and the music video began.

“Woah….”

The overall atmosphere and concept of the restarted music video seemed slightly similar to the last one.

Didn’t the second generation members align their concepts beforehand?

Since it’s still the second song, it seemed they were maintaining that vibe.

Of course…

“They’re doing great.”

“Right?”

“Wow….”

I felt that this song was significantly better than the last one.

How do I put it? It truly felt like they had grown a lot since last time.

Harbin’s dedication to the recording was indeed no joke.

With experience in numerous recordings, I could easily see the struggles the second generation faced in their singing.

As I became lost in listening, the three minutes began to pass swiftly.

With the ending credits rolling, everyone shared their impressions.

“It’s really good!”

“Indeed.”

“I think it’s much better than last time.”

Yeah, even I thought it sounded good.

It wasn’t an absolute hit, but I could definitely grant it a passing score.

In fact, the viewers’ reactions were also positive.

So I’m starting to feel a bit suspicious.

How is The Six always able to produce such good songs?

Famous singers sometimes flop, yet The Six consistently releases hits.

Two songs from the first gen and two from the second gen.

Even excluding me, that’s four consecutive songs achieving more than just a passing mark.

Feeling everything going well is making me uneasy.

What if someday there’s a colossal flop?

With them continually releasing successes, I can’t shake the fear of a major downturn looming.

Of course, whether this feeling stems from my own worries or not, the other members continued to celebrate the good news, maintaining a relaxed demeanor as they proceeded with the broadcast.

“Wasn’t the music video really good too?”

“Oh, definitely.”

And beyond just the song, praises for the music video were exchanged.

Absolutely, even to my eye, it was well-produced.

– For real

– They really nailed it, lol

– Must’ve cost a good amount, huh?

“I wish we had a song out like that too.”

It seemed Anna really liked the second generation’s music video when she muttered that.

But is there really a need to be envious?

“The people who produced this music video for the second generation also worked on our second album.”

“Really?”

We’re already familiar with that team.

Well, given that human psychology makes other people’s success seem bigger, it’s not like I can’t understand it.

“Miro, do you even know that?”

“I have a pretty good memory, you know.”

– What a joke

– Was it just a lucky break?

“Hey now, everyone speak nicely.”

Anyway, hearing that the music video turned out well uplifted my mood too.

The fact that those people are making the music video for my song right now.

If it weren’t for the deadline issues, I would’ve definitely garnered more recognition, so there’s a bit of regret in that.

But what can be done, that’s just how this team operates.

We spent quite a while chatting about the second generation’s second album.

Discussing which parts were good, and noting where we were surprised.

Honestly, most were compliments.

And rightly so, since making complaints here feels like throwing water on a festival.

While the mutual appreciation relay from the seniors for the juniors seemed to escalate some minor levels of cringiness.

“Ah, just a moment.”

Anna, who had been smoothly transitioning the discussion, suddenly awkwardly halted the broadcast.

“What’s wrong?”

All eyes turned towards Anna at that moment.

It came off suddenly.

Was something up?

I wondered the same as the other members, who looked at Anna with expressions of curiosity, and she picked up my phone from the desk.

“Um, it’s a call for Miro.”

She seemed to realize she was acting a bit awkward.

“Really?”

In turn, I was surprised too.

It’s not surprising that a call came at this hour.

What’s surprising is that Anna interrupted the broadcast because of it.

Usually, she would secretly hand over the phone, right?

Did the police call or something?

Seeing the tense atmosphere grow among other members, Anna handed my phone over to me.

“It’s not serious.”

Sensing the tension, Anna added that little remark.

“Then why…?”

While the serious vibe relaxed, my confusion only heightened.

With an aura of ‘it can’t be helped,’ Anna pointed to my phone.

“I was just too curious seeing the name…”

“Eh? Curious? Who in the world…?”

Anna is interested enough to pause the broadcast?

At this point, I was also curious about who it could be, so I glanced down at the phone.

On the screen, there were three letters displayed for a name.

It read…

[Moon Chang-sik]

“Oh.”

Reading that name, I began to understand why she stopped.

Look around.

I quickly checked to see if the other members had also seen the name on my phone.

With their gaze now pointed towards me, interest was suddenly piqued.

Under the heavy weight of invasive attention, I instantly found myself defending.

“It’s a case of mistaken identity.”

 

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