Youre going to focus on dancing.

I got the idea.

The concert unit stage would be promoted through WeTubes own content, and a public video would be released, so it would definitely get the fans attention.

Are you really better than Cha Eugene here?

There probably wouldnt be any talks about positions like this again.

But is that possible?

Wouldnt you rather get a dance break on this album?

Haha. Even if I am pretty good Dont you think it would have been better if it had been done by Ahyeon or Eugene?

Keun Sejin immediately replied. It seemed he had been thinking about this situation for a long time.

Still, a real battle with Cha Eugene is a bit much.

It didnt mean that Keun Sejins abilities were not great.

Status window.

I checked Keun Sejins status window for the first time in a long time.

[Name: Lee Sejin]

Vocal: C+ (B+)

Dance: A (S)

Visual: A- (A+)

Talent: A- (A+)

Characteristic: Be quiet (B)

!Status abnormality:

The status window was very compliant. His growth was more noticeable in this award season as his Talent stat entered the A-class.

He has jack-of-all-trades abilities.

The problem was that, overall, Cha Eugenes ability was slightly backward compatible[1]backward compatibility is the ability of software or hardware to be compatible with older products and can be used as it is without separate modifications. .

Except for vocal which was at the same level, All his stats were slightly lower than Cha Eugenes.

It would be better if he had one or two higher stats, but this It was ambiguous.

Hes practically get eaten up by Cha Eugene.

He had gotten an S- stat now. He even had the black hole, a crazy OP characteristic.

In addition, he was not the type to synergize with others. He was the only one who crazily stood out.

To be honest, even I, who had a completely different position, was not very inclined to perform alone with Cha Eugene.

Park Gommeo, its nice to hear that bastard still ticking.

I could already hear the sound of the reward in putting all the points and raising the dance stats disappearing.

I held my breath and looked at Keun Sejin.

Ill skip everything and speak frankly.

Yes.

Whether its you, Seon Ahyeon, or someone else, I think its almost impossible to stand out more than Cha Eugene in one-on-one.

Perhaps youve thought about it, too.

It would have been better to come to room number 3 and somehow pick a part that would have drawn attention.

And yet he chose Cha Eugene His greed and fear to prove himself seemed quite big.

Keun Sejin looked at the floor and asked dejectedly.

Do you think its impossible?

I think Instead of trying to beat Cha Eugene, I think we should approach it in a different direction.

At least there was one situation that seemed most probable.

Just choose the stage properly. I dont feel like comparing you and Cha Eugene to each other and comparing who is better.

It meant that only talks like That dance unit stage is really good should come out.

In that situation, If you dont fall behind in your parts, your dance position is certain.

It might be difficult, but it was more doable than beating Cha Eugene on the duo stage.

We have to make Cha Eugene cooperate on stage.

Right.

Ken Sejin nodded quite calmly. However, it was unclear how much strength he put into his clenched hands.

Even my hands are shaking.

This guy being so nervous and concerned, I had never seen it before even during <Idol Inc.>s final.

Its almost like when the rumors of his school violence broke out.

Isnt that a bit too much?

Is there anything else?

What?

What I am saying right now is not about the general public opinion of the fans. Im just talking about below the surface. You know, you seem overly nervous.

Keun Sejin didnt say anything for a while.

Then he laughed dejectedly.

Am I even allowed to say this Hey, do you know why I was left out of the debut group before? Its because my position is ambiguous.

!

Just before the launch, a new kid whose parents were both actors joined all of sudden. Hes well-known, so he has to be put on the team The higher-ups said that we would make it with seven people. What was I supposed to do? One person got cut off.

But there was one guy on the team who danced better than me, one who was younger, one who was handsome, one who sang better, and one who rapped better. We couldnt take out the leader because he was the leader, and in the end, my position was vague so I was the right person.

Keun Sejin hit his thigh with his hand.

Thats why I got left out. What was I supposed to do? Anyway, thats why I cant let go. Even if things get louder and I didnt feel sorry for falling out, it was too much Its funny. I was the only one who didnt have a good deal when we renewed our contract. They were saying all sorts of things.

Keun Sejin clicked his tongue and lowered his head. He was saying things that he wouldnt have said in his normal state.

This is a conversation that really needs alcohol in it.

I felt a little dizzy to hear it sober.

Anyway, I understand the situation.

It must have been quite a shock to have been dropped from the team right before the first debut.

Perhaps the fact that he had paid attention to the positions of leader and main dancer throughout <Idol Inc.> had more meaning than just taking care of the broadcasting footage.

But how should I react?

I was a bit flustered because I heard too much.

Its not like I could offer a solution to this story of the past. That didnt mean I was very talented in consoling people.

There was no point. Lets just list the positive facts as I always did.

I held back my sigh and opened my mouth.

First of all Regardless of the position or stuff like that The team just needs you.

What, for entertainment shows?

No, to cut the gossip.

!

It was sad but true.

You know, half of our team is tactless, and more than half of them are soft-hearted. Think about it. Without you, would this team exist What kind of situation we would be in.

As if recalling from the one-month forced march before his debut to the recent Onyx incident, Keun Sejin was speechless for a moment.

But soon he shook his head.

You gave almost all your opinions by yourself. I dont think it would be a big change.

Well, about that, actually, I took action because I trusted you a little bit.

What?

No I knew that if you had a worthwhile opinion, you would unconditionally set the mood.

I felt a little awkward. I cleared my throat and continued.

Chungwoo is the leader. But if I have to choose the person most suitable for team play, it would be you. Whether on stage, broadcast, inside or outside the team Its really rare for anyone to do their part in all kinds of situations.

I finished my speech.

A member with a good hexagonal balance is also necessary for an idol group. Well Im just saying.

After hearing me out, Keun Sejin shut his mouth and turned his head in the opposite direction.

You cant be crying, right?

I hoped he didnt cry. It was going to be really weird.

And a moment later, Keun Sejin really couldnt resist and burst out.

Laughing, not crying.

Ahaha! Youre so cheesy right now!

Are you laughing?

Pfft, hey, wouldnt you laugh at this situation?! A guy like Park Moondae is saying all sorts of things to console me!

Even if this bastard gave me the best compliments, Id be damned.

Big Sejin stopped laughing before he could be slammed with a neck pillow.

Hahaha, really Whoo, anyway, I get it. Its funny, but It comforts my heart. Hey, thats amazing.

Keun Sejin smiled, then he suddenly crossed his arms and muttered in a deliberately exaggerated voice.

But wouldnt it be useless if the fans dont know that Sejin is such a great idol? Should I get Chungwoo hyungs leader position?

Dont pretend youre joking, you bastard.

I answered as calmly as I could.

You already know most of it. Youre worried that the opinions youve seen will spread to other fans, but In fact, on the contrary, I think you have an advantage in a long-term battle.

Really?

Yeah. The fact that you dont have any weaknesses will be more apparent as years accumulate.

It was also a trend confirmed in the actual data market.

When a time came when the demand for each member fluctuated, the type that was especially good at defense was that kind of person.

Keun Sejin looked as though he couldnt fully trust this statement. But he smiled and nodded.

Okay. Ill think of it like that and do my best on stage~

Still, he sounded sincere.

Anyway, he seemed to have made a conclusion in his mind, so he should be able to receive the characteristic effect.

[Be quiet (B)]

: Lets not make excuses!

Propulsion +100%

Looking at the name alone, I thought it might be a characteristic related to public opinion due to Keun Sejins inclination, but I was a little surprised.

Well, that suits him too.

Maybe not making excuse was referring to him and everyone around him.

While preparing for this unit stage, it must have been a similar stance to Cha Eugene.

Hes going to be gentle and soothing, and hell pick out only the elements he wants.

I wondered how far he would go.

Then Ill go up now. Come up when its all sorted out.

What are you saying when youre the one who sorted out everything? Hey, lets go up together!

Keun Sejin stretched forward and prepared to get out of the car.

Looking at that hand, I suddenly remembered the image of him manipulating the card.

Come to think of it, how did you mark the card?

What?

The card to decide the unit. The one you manipulated.

Ah~ Heol? Hold on.

Keun Sejin giggled.

Hey, I didnt manipulate it!

!

I remembered the scratch shape on the back while touching the card~ Im smart Aigoo, its my brains fault!

Im glad you didnt go as far as manipulating it For some reason, I felt hot.

As we got out of the car and walked into the waiting room, Keun Sejin giggled a few more times.

And in front of the waiting room, he spoke a little seriously.

Anyway I feel more grateful. I wasnt just referring to when you tried to listen to my situation even though you thought I manipulated the card.

If the concert goes well, buy me a cow.

Big Sejin burst into laughter.

Yes. Just a cow? I will buy Korean beef.

Okay.

Tell me if you have any concerns.

It was my problem.

I thought about explaining my situation to these guys for a moment.

Hmm, I guessed my activities would be suspended and I would have to make a psychiatric appointment from that day on.

As expected, I would just pretend it didnt exist.

Yes, if I have one.

Oh~ The confidence of not having one yet!

Keun Sejin smiled and entered the waiting room.

Perhaps the manager had grasped the situation, he confirmed that Keun Sejin had returned in a good condition, and gave me a small thumbs-up.

Keun Sejin can see it all.

Anyway, the waiting time was peaceful afterward. Because all the members except Kim Raebin didnt even make eye contact with Gyrop.

And on this day, Testar won the Album of the Year 4th Quarter Award and the Rookie of the Year Award.

Thank you very much! Last week, we celebrated our 200th day since our debut.

While waiting for my next turn after Keun Sejin held the microphone and talked like a fluent speaker, I finally received the news I had been waiting for.

[Succesfully won the award!]

You have successfully won the Rookie of the Year Award in the recognition of the public, the most prestigious domestic award ceremony!

!Time limit: Fulfilled (great success)

!Status abnormality: Win an award or die removed!

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1. backward compatibility is the ability of software or hardware to be compatible with older products and can be used as it is without separate modifications.