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“The puppy is really cute.”

“Right? It’s so playful too.”

Since the start of my second day.

The panel’s interest was completely focused on Bok-sil.

On the screen, I was climbing a mountain with Bok-sil.

Fortunately, Maho’s part was edited well.

“Isn’t Soo-hyun a bit lacking in stamina?”

“Haha… I’ve always been a bit low on stamina.”

But more than that, I felt it too while climbing, but seeing it on camera, I really look like someone with zero stamina.

I was almost gasping for breath while climbing the mountain.

Barely managing to reach our destination where the workout equipment was located.

“Oof, I really look exhausted.”

“Well, you made it there.”

It really was challenging at that time.

Going down was tough too.

Bok-sil is so lively now that since that moment, I haven’t even looked towards the mountains.

According to Mrs. Jang, Bok-sil seemed to enjoy the mountains and wanted to head that way every time we went for a walk, but… I’m playing dumb on that.

“Oh? Soo-hyun is doing that.”

“Isn’t he going to get hurt?”

“I can’t believe he could even lift it.”

In the meantime, the screen shows me sitting on the bench press.

Everyone clearly doesn’t believe that I can do it.

[Heh…!]

Well, I really couldn’t do it, though.

“Looks like it’s not working.”

“That’s quite heavy, you know.”

“Soo-hyun should start with dumbbells.”

The panel nodded as if it was obvious, and I wasn’t particularly pleased with their reactions.

…Should I really try exercising?

If I showcase that I can lift such equipment next time I appear, everyone would be totally surprised.

I’m pretty, I sing well, I draw well, and I act well.

What’s stopping me from working out?

I just don’t do it enough, but I’m confident I could do well if I tried.

Even while lightly contemplating whether to work out or not, the monitoring continued.

Right now, I’m talking to a pouting Bok-sil, who was left out after I failed the bench press.

“You seem to play well with the puppy.”

“Yeah, you seemed to act distant.”

“…We’re not that close.”

If we were close, she would have listened to me better.

We’re absolutely not close.

After that, I took Bok-sil to try various workout equipment….

[Wow, that’s tough.]

[Guess we’re getting old, huh?]

Then the long-awaited grandmas appeared.

“Oh, there are those kinds of people.”

“They really look healthy.”

The panel hadn’t said much yet.

They were just giving ordinary reactions.

Even when the grandmas entered the park and recognized me, they just offered mild surprises for broadcast reaction.

[By the way, didn’t you just get involved in a recent dating rumor?]

It was until one grandma brought that up.

“Ahaha…”

“It came out recently~”

“…I also remember seeing that.”

The panel said that while glancing at me and then at the monitor.

No matter how you look at it, they seem to be checking my reaction.

“Ah, did you all see it? It’s so embarrassing.”

But I didn’t take it seriously.

After all.

[So watch closely here.]

[What is this… my eyes are blurry.]

[Oh, this is a correction article.]

That guy over there, Kim Soo-hyun, will clarify it for me in a few days.

On screen, I was kindly explaining to the grandmas that it wasn’t a dating rumor.

Reading through the correction article directly.

“Ah~ Come to think of it, Soo-hyun, you must be having a headache from the dating rumor.”

“Right? There are many people like that these days.”

All the panelists, who seem to have years of experience in broadcasting, started providing backup support as I explained everything on the screen.

“Yeah, exactly. Although I know Chun-sik sunbae, I generally only meet him for work….”

Responding to that support, I felt a pleasant sense of reassurance.

That my explanation on the variety show was successful.

Hmm, it feels rewarding to be out here.

***

Days passed since I explained myself on the observation variety show.

The airing still has a bit left, but since I’ve done what I need, I feel unburdened.

Moreover, now that the broadcast schedule is wrapping up and I won’t have to go out to film, I’ve gained a little freedom.

Come to think of it, there have been many events since last year.

First off, I filmed a supporting role as Lady Soo-yeon and then used that as a stepping stone to land a leading role in a drama.

Even while acting, there were continuous events on broadcasts, and this and that kept happening.

I even got involved in a dating rumor after my leading drama wrapped up, somehow.

And throughout all that, I diligently continued with a project without forgetting.

That is, I kept progressing for Miro’s solo concert.

While acting and practicing, I poured my heart into the Miro Family work.

When one track after another was created to the point of forming an album-size collection, The Six kept their promise and began preparing for the concert.

While preparing for the concert, The Six arranged guests, practiced, and recorded, allowing me to prepare for the concert in my own way.

In the meantime, as I mentioned earlier, the drama was airing, plus various variety shows, and shooting ads, amidst those busy days.

Finally, the long-awaited concert is just around the corner.

“How does it look?”

“Oh… it’s wider than I expected?”

“Right? It was actually pretty hard to find this place.”

Now, I’m with the manager in the building where my concert will take place.

Even though I’m usually teased about the seating, seeing it like this, it feels like this venue is too extravagant for a virtual YouTuber solo concert.

The space is vast, and with that many seats, it feels strange peering down from the stage.

“Hm, I want to go up and perform there myself.”

“Why not come up in cosplay?”

“Haha, should I just go all out?”

“I was kidding.”

Hmm… it doesn’t seem too bad to me, though?

I think I could match the synchronization with Miro’s character since wig technology has advanced recently, and with props… No, that’s not right.

Then I wouldn’t be a virtual YouTuber.

Well, the reaction would probably be explosive.

“So the screen will come down like this?”

“Yes, and it will be transmitted live through the VR camera that’s connected.”

Thanks to my enthusiastic appeal to feel the live atmosphere, we decided to connect the concert day live through VR.

Honestly, even if it’s not 100%, I’ll feel a bit of the atmosphere.

Is it just me? My heart is pounding with anticipation.

“By the way, I heard ‘Completion’ and it’s really good.”

As I was thoroughly enjoying the anticipation while checking out the concert hall, the manager unexpectedly brought up the last track of the Miro Family, “Completion.”

“Oh, right? How’s it feel? It’s somewhat of a secret weapon.”

“I think it would be amazing if I were a fan.”

“Well, if you’re a fan, you must be a fan. You’ve been subscribed and watched for three years, right?”

“That is true. Thinking about it makes me excited too.”

“Completion really turned out well.”

I believe that if we reveal it for the first time, it will create unforgettable memories for the fans who come to the concert.

Moreover, I’m confident since we’ve prepared many strong tracks besides Completion.

“Is the practice going well?”

“Well, I’m still practicing.”

It’s true that the practice amount has increased, but… I’ve already absorbed a lot.

I’m now taking lessons, practicing daily to keep from getting rusty, while slightly enhancing the details.

“Now it’s right around the corner, so don’t overdo it.”

“Yes, I’ll pace myself.”

Just as the manager said, the concert is truly just around the corner.

Honestly, even though I’m excited, I can’t quite grasp the reality of holding a solo concert.

Though I’ve been preparing for a long time, I’ve become so accustomed to it that it feels only natural.

Thinking of bursting out that fruit of my hard work feels strange.

Even after the concert, I’m a bit conflicted.

Should I focus more on my acting career?

Pushing for Miro broadcasts might be good, but I can still act while doing broadcasts.

Or I could revitalize my dormant art account.

It’s been quite a while since I last drew due to being busy, so it could double as rehab.

If my drawing skills get rusty, that would be such a waste.

That’s a nurtured talent after all.

While pondering what else I could do next, I suddenly remembered that I’m also a performing singer.

…Come to think of it, I used to practice guitar a lot.

There’s still a desire inside my heart to pick up a guitar for some busking someday.

Well, no matter what, it seems there’s plenty to do.

It’s just a matter of order and importance.

As I briefly gazed at the audience area while contemplating what would happen after the concert.

I turned around to face the stage from the audience’s perspective.

Hmm.

The stage is big and nice.

No matter where I looked, I saw a large, spacious stage filling up my view, and I closed my eyes, recalling last summer two years ago.

The sparkling scene I saw when I appeared as a guest at Hyeon-su’s concert.

It’s really not far until I see that again.

Thinking of what comes next is good, but for now, I need to give my all first.

“Is it that enjoyable?”

Before I knew it, a smile crept onto my lips.

Seeing that, the manager asked with a smile.

Of course, the answer is.

“Yes.”

Naturally, it’s already decided.

 

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