I Want to Be a VTuber

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The journalists waiting for Seo-yeon burst out with flashes as they snapped photos upon her arrival.

At the sound, Jung Ha-jin, the idol trainee standing next to Gil Da-hyun, startled and tried to stick close to Seo-yeon.

Taking a photo when being featured with Seo-yeon was bound to be beneficial.

‘Wait a minute.’

Just as Ha-jin was about to step forward, she suddenly paused.

‘Is this really a good thing?’

Ha-jin stared at Seo-yeon in front of her.

With her hands covering both ears, Seo-yeon looked objectively too cute.

The outfit was pretty, or perhaps more accurately, beautiful, but people’s eyes were glued to her shy demeanor.

Seo-yeon appeared so different than usual.

It was a different kind of embarrassment than during her performance as “Magical Girl Harara,” which had been a trending topic for a while.

‘Ugh, I don’t know!’

At least it was better than not being captured at all!

Thinking that, Ha-jin stealthily positioned herself between Da-hyun and Seo-yeon.

“Who is that next to actress Joo Seo-yeon?”

“I have no idea.”

“But that’s brave, to stand confidently beside her.”

“Judging by her looks, she doesn’t seem like a bad idol trainee. Probably something along those lines?”

“Hmm~.”

Some journalists tilted their heads at Ha-jin.

They were restrained in their comments but deemed her foolish for trying.

All eyes were on Seo-yeon, and diverting away would only lead to unnecessary comparisons.

‘Just look at the head size difference at a glance.’

It’s not so much that the woman next to her had a big head.

Seo-yeon simply had a small one.

Add to that her great proportions, and standing beside her naturally invited comparisons.

Whether Ha-jin intended to take advantage of Seo-yeon, she was merely falling into the trap of being used instead.

“Wow, she’s ridiculously pretty!”

The voices of the journalists snapping photos made internet streamer Song Yong-ho rush to turn on his broadcast.

He had forgotten to start filming while absorbing the sight of Seo-yeon.

“It’s happening, it’s happening! Actress Joo Seo-yeon is here!”

– “Really?”

– “Is this the big thing???”

“Look over there, look over there!”

– “Why is she dressed so extravagantly alone?”

“Apparently she mistook the dress code.”

– “Lmao, that’s so funny!”

– “That is definitely Joo Seo-yeon, lol.”

– “I’ve never seen her before, but is that really her? She’s cuter than I expected!”

When Yong-ho mentioned he was filming for the first time, the initially disinterested viewers began to show interest as Seo-yeon continued to react.

After all, Seo-yeon’s subsequent actions were just too cute.

‘I’m the only one filming, right? This is definitely going to be a hit, a hit!’

In the video, Seo-yeon sighed at her outfit.

Then, shaking her head as if to make excuses, she was seen glancing around, and Lee Ji-yeon approached her.

Feeling embarrassed about being the only one dressed so grandly, she tried to cover her outfit, but of course, there was no hiding it.

Eventually, Seo-yeon’s gaze darted to Yong-ho, who seemed to be looking for someone.

‘Oh, she’s looking this way. Total score.’

She probably didn’t notice me secretly filming her with my phone camera.

Wait, but then why is she looking this way?

Just as those thoughts crossed her mind—

“Unauthorized filming is not allowed!”

A neatly dressed woman appeared and snatched the phone from Yong-ho.

Then she turned off the video that was live-streaming and gave the phone back to him.

“Wasn’t this a similar case to the last student?”

“Huh? Oh, no, that wasn’t me…”

“Anyway, please step outside and manage things properly.”

Yong-ho flinched at the woman’s softly spoken reprimand and had no choice but to exit quietly.

He hadn’t even done anything yet but still ended up being kicked out.

‘W-well, at least I filmed something.’

Since it was live streaming, the video was already online.

That alone would definitely be a significant advantage.

After all, he was the only one who filmed it.

However, contrary to Yong-ho’s expectations, there were no additional views on his YouTube video.

“Ah~, I didn’t expect to be kicked out. Huh? What’s going on?”

As soon as he came outside, Yong-ho turned on the broadcast again and felt something was off.

There should have been around three thousand viewers waiting for him, but only a few hundred remained now.

Feeling strange, he looked at the camera, and a viewer seemed to read his thoughts.

– “Everyone went to watch the live video!”

“Huh? What do you mean by that?”

– “Joo Seo-yeon’s agency is live-streaming it on their official YouTube!”

“What?? What does that even mean…?”

In a hurry, he accessed Nova Entertainment’s YouTube channel and found a live video was indeed going on.

Naturally, the quality was much better than Yong-ho’s shaky phone footage, and there were various angles capturing Seo-yeon.

“Wait a second. So, my viewers were sucked into that instead.”

It literally meant that he had only promoted their channel.

Moreover, if one were to check, his video had already spread across communities.

– “What’s this? Joo Seo-yeon is live? What’s going on?”

– “I heard it’s a high school year-end party?”

– “Do high school students even do that these days??? But where can we see it?”

– “This video was uploaded by a YouTuber; if you want to watch it properly, go to the official YouTube; they’re live right now!”

– “Thanks!”

Those kinds of comments were flooding in.

Of course, official footage from the agency would be much easier to watch than a video from a random high school student.

‘This is not good.’

Though it was a temporary situation, it clearly meant a loss of subscribers.

Most importantly, it meant that the footage he had shot today had utterly lost its meaning.

– “Tsk, tsk, serves you right; I knew this would happen!”

– “It happened before; do it again, and I’m unsubscribing!”

Only negative comments piled up.

Yong-ho felt his head spinning.

He had dug his own grave with thoughtless actions.

“Thank you for your words, reporter!”

“No problem!”

Park Eun-ha bowed to the smiling journalist.

She was a reporter known for always giving positive reviews for Seo-yeon’s films and dramas.

‘Was it Han Sun-ah who mentioned her name?’

While capturing Seo-yeon’s image, Han Sun-ah noticed Yong-ho secretly filming and informed Park Eun-ha.

Fortunately, no particularly negative comments emerged, but it was common for streamers to say unnecessary things to provoke viewers.

“Well then, we’ll be leaving since shooting was only allowed at the beginning.”

“Oh, really? What about Summer Girl? Can we not film that?”

“That part was not permitted.”

Honestly, there was nothing more to shoot.

A few journalists expressed dissatisfaction, but they already had plenty of takes of Seo-yeon’s initial appearance and shy expressions.

Images from award ceremonies seldom capture what goes on within them in articles.

As Eun-ha watched the journalists politely exit alongside Han Sun-ah, a sigh of relief escaped her.

‘I should probably stick to asking journalists who understand such things.’

As she quietly watched Seo-yeon’s party video that was being shot separately, a smile crept upon Eun-ha’s face.

The viewers reacting to Seo-yeon’s flustered expressions were explosive.

‘Well, it seems this is a win for Seo-yeon.’

It was especially beneficial for Seo-yeon, who had been considering her recent public image.

***

“Hey, Joo Seo-yeon, what’s with that look?”

Feeling the heat rising in her face, Seo-yeon could only flinch at Ji-yeon’s admonishment.

What does she mean by that look?

‘I mean, it’s a party outfit.’

Seo-yeon felt unjustly accused. Yet, it was fair to say she had brought it upon herself.

After all, this dress was not just something she and a stylist had worn out of festive excitement.

“You clearly planned to stand out.”

“That’s an overreaction.”

Seo-yeon felt slightly understanding towards Jo Seo-hee’s feelings.

For some reason, what Ji-yeon said sounded reminiscent of what Seo-hee often stated.

“Overreaction? What misunderstanding could come from that outfit?”

“…Didn’t we say you’d be late today?”

“Yes, but I came early because I was worried about you. Hmph, but given your look, you were clearly ready to have a great time.”

Seo-yeon had no words left.

She looked down at her outfit.

A flashy black dress, striking with red ruby decorations, was certainly not the type of dress worn by an average high school student.

Even touching her face felt like she had more extravagant makeup than usual.

When she turned her gaze, the girls around her were in awe.

The boys stared, utterly captivated.

‘So that’s an actress.’

‘Wow, she’s just out of this world.’

While everyone felt that way, Seo-yeon couldn’t help but feel, ‘Wow, did she catch a celebrity bug?’

No, that’s not it. She genuinely felt wronged.

“Anyway, Joo Seo-yeon.”

“Yes?”

“Take this, the camera.”

“…Why?”

“Once the party officially begins, no one but associates can take pictures, so shoot a vlog focusing on yourself.”

It seemed they had already received school permission.

‘But why! …Wait, I think I might have mentioned something like that.’

Before the party began, Seo-yeon had indeed asked Da-hyun privately.

‘Is it alright to film something like a vlog?’

In response, Da-hyun had surely replied this way:

“We will be filming various things for school promotion before the party starts, so it shouldn’t be a problem, right? Also, since vlogs are centered around yourself, it should be fine too?”

Seo-yeon hadn’t genuinely planned to film anything.

She merely asked if it was possible. After all, showcasing her everyday life as Seo-yeon at the party might lessen the recent buzz around the Bear Rider meme, however slightly.

Seo-yeon was intent on managing her image.

“We have to do what we must.”

“….”

At Ji-yeon’s insistence, Seo-yeon reluctantly accepted the selfie stick.

Never had she thought she’d find herself using a selfie stick in her life.

“H-how does this even work?”

“How should I know? I’ve never used one.”

Sometimes she thought about it.

Ji-yeon was indeed a heartless one.

In any case, it seemed they were officially broadcasting a company-sponsored video.

“Ji-yeon, you should come out too. You’re under our agency too.”

“…What? No way! I’d be embarrassed to be on that.”

“What about me?”

“You’re all dolled up. Standing next to your well-made-up self would only make me look bad.”

…Really?

Seo-yeon had no choice but to yield to Ji-yeon’s comment.

Unlike Ji-yeon, who wore ordinary high school makeup, Seo-yeon had gone all out.

There was no question of comparison.

“Seo-yeon, if you feel pressured, I can help you out.”

Da-hyun, who had been quietly listening, suddenly spoke up.

After all, she wouldn’t mind if her face became well-known.

“Really?”

“Yep.”

At Da-hyun’s response, Ha-jin, who had been quietly listening, wore a slight ‘oops’ expression. She hadn’t expected there was a way to slide in like that.

“Uh, can I….”

“Not you.”

“….”

Such an attempt by Ha-jin was blocked by Ji-yeon nearby.

With Ji-yeon watching her with a chilling gaze, Ha-jin quickly shut her mouth.

For an idol trainee to provoke Ji-yeon was too precarious a thing.

While Seo-yeon’s visibility as an actress was higher now, Ji-yeon’s recognition was no low matter either.

She was definitively an actress who had been featured in supporting roles in cable dramas.

Not to mention, hadn’t she recently led a film as the main character?

‘How is there no bullying controversy?’

She genuinely wondered.

No matter how much she looked, it felt like there had to be some….

Thus, Ha-jin could only quietly withdraw.

“So, now that the event preparation is over, the students can enjoy the party.”

With the reporters gone and only Seo-yeon holding the selfie stick and camera, the hall, which had briefly been chaotic due to her appearance, officially began the ‘Promenade.’

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[The Charm of a ‘Normal’ High School Student, Joo Seo-yeon’s Year-End Party]

[I Mistook the Dress Code!! The Unexpected Charm of Actress Joo Seo-yeon]

[We’re BFFs~, The Show of Friendship Between Joo Seo-yeon and Lee Ji-yeon]

The year-end party at Yeonhwa High School received a brief article,

Of course, it didn’t gain much attention, but it was enough articles to satisfy Seo-yeon’s fans.

Most importantly, it was good promotion for the school.

Just by looking at the comments rolling in, the school’s teachers couldn’t help but smile.

Above all, the highlight was the party vlog shared on the company’s official account.

– “Lmao, I’m watching Joo Seo-yeon’s vlog; why is she like this?”

– “She talks so awkwardly, lol. You can totally tell that she hasn’t done this before!”

The video showcased Seo-yeon with a selfie stick wandering around the party.

Her attempts at awkward dancing and an inability to properly engage with other students were evident.

“Should I dance? But how do I even…?”

– “Come on, just grab anyone and dance!”

– “Is this for real, or is it a concept?”

“Seo-yeon, want to dance with me?”

“But I’ve never danced before….”

“I’ll teach you; it’s not hard.”

“Okay!”

– “What’s wrong with the class president? She talks well and dances great too.”

– “Joo Seo-yeon Training Level 1, lmao!”

“You can’t use the term ‘training’ for friends.”

– “Right!”

– “She might do well if the class president streams!”

However, despite being Seo-yeon’s vlog, Da-hyun had taken control of the situation.

But there was no helping that.

Doing a live broadcast like this was harder than anticipated.

‘Ah, this is much harder than I thought.’

Feeling that way, Seo-yeon found herself in awe of Ji-yeon, who was casually watching with her arms crossed.

Being able to talk effortlessly in a live format was truly a talent.

Seo-yeon started to wonder if her abilities as a Vtuber were insufficient.

In stark contrast to Seo-yeon’s gloomy thoughts, the broadcast garnered a lot of praise.

While Da-hyun led, Seo-yeon remained the actual star.

Viewers simply couldn’t help but enjoy seeing her diverse sides.

– “Instead of Joo Seo-yeon finding it hard, it’s more like Joo Seo-yeon is making the others nervous.”

– “If you look closely, she can’t even make eye contact, lol.”

– “She looks really fierce, but apparently that’s not the case.”

– “Honestly, without that girl next to her, she might not even be able to communicate.”

– “The girl next to her was cute; she spoke really well too.”

– “Isn’t this basically the class president’s vlog instead of Joo Seo-yeon’s?”

– “But are Seo-yeon and Summer Girl close? They even performed at school!”

– “Yeah, they are close.”

Her animated personality showcased in variety shows.

In contrast to the composed and aloof girl in movies or dramas, she was just an average girl at school.

In fact, her overly timid demeanor led to the notion that, maybe she was a bit of a loner?

That sentiment lingered.

– “Eh, it’s just image management, lol.”

– “It seems she only has two friends?”

– “But she’s cute, so it’s all good.”

– “Seeing her embarrassed for showing up in the wrong dress is just too relatable, lol.”

– “After seeing that, I’m a fan! Which movie should I start with?”

– “Start with The Chaser.”

└ “What kind of suggestion is that for someone who thinks Seo-yeon is cute, you crazy person, lol?”

Thus, as Seo-yeon’s not-so-hidden truth spread across communities, the memes battling her had momentarily halted.

It was simply because her first appearance at the party had become such a hot topic.

The sight of Seo-yeon showing up awkwardly in a different dress by herself had become such a popular clip that it circulated widely across various communities.

Meanwhile, seeing that scene made Sua comment:

“…So, Seo-yeon really is my daughter.”

“….”

“Sis, you look like Mom.”

“That’s a strange thing to say.”

Honestly, she hadn’t expected her high school life would echo so much like her mom’s.

 

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