Chapter 138: Chapter 138 – Naahh, No way!

"... Come in."

"Un... Thank you."

In the end, Max couldn't refuse Lily barging into his new apartment. She was adamant about 'helping' his situation and explaining to his viewers that he wouldn't do something like abusing his position.

'She has a nice intention, so it's hard to stop her. Besides, watching videos by myself is boring. It's nice to have company.'

Before going to his apartment earlier, Lily bought a new set of clothes and changed her sweaty exercise clothes. She was now wearing a navy blue oversized shirt that reached her knees and a baseball cap. Her hair was also let down. It was a simple outfit, but she still looked charming in it.

"Have you eaten breakfast yet, Lily?"

"No... I was thinking of ordering a salad or something."

"Then, that's perfect."

Max smiled as he walked to the kitchen that was connected to the living room.

"Feel free to sit anywhere. I will prepare some breakfast and drink for both of us. We should eat before I start my stream. Besides... I still needed to change my clothes afterward."

"Thank you."

He began to take out the breakfast he prepared earlier and made some tea for themselves. Preparing it was easy, as it was just a simple salad. He just added the caesar sauce he bought from the grocery store, and it was done.

"Thanks for waiting."

He put two bowls on the table and sat on the sofa next to Lily. They began to eat in silence. It was a bit sad. If only they didn't need to take care of their calories, Max would've gone all out and prepared some good meals.

After finishing eating, he went to his room to change his clothes. When he opened his closet, he saw the box where he saved the miracle ticket inside. This was the reason why he wasn't worried at all, even if he became the center of the new drama.

Based on its description, the miracle ticket was a way out to settle all his matters. However, he wouldn't use it. It was a waste of such a good item. Also...

<Quest:

- Drama King?!

Being involved or becoming the center of attention because of a blunder is something normal for a streamer.

Max was frozen for a while. He felt his heart beating a bit faster. It was... something mysterious for him. But it was something familiar.

'What the...' He screamed in his mind. Blood rushed into his head, making his face turn slightly red, and he hid it with his hand. 'Naaaah, dude... Really? Am I such an easy guy?'

He knew what happened. However, he couldn't believe it.

"Max?"

Lily called out to him once again because he was spacing out.

"Ah," That voice brought him back to reality, "My bad, I was spacing out. I am ready to stream now. There are around 100 videos that I must watch and judge. It may take a long time. So, don't hesitate to tell me if you're tired or want to go home. That's perfectly fine."

"No worries, I am free. I can accompany you until midnight if the need arises."

'That's not it...' Max held back from sighing.

It seemed like she misunderstood what he implied. Her face was brightly lit with expectation, like a kid excited to go on a school trip.

'She's so pure. Does she not realize that she's alone with a guy in his apartment? Not like I will do anything, but still...'

If that was her stance, then he would just respect it. He sighed and went to move the sofas, preparing it to where he made his video a few days ago.

Watching him pushing the couch, Lily decided to help. Thanks to that, the preparation was finished just a few minutes after 10 AM. He was a bit late, but it was understandable.

Both of them sat side by side, separated by a small table. The camera was ready, and the wireless microphone was working. Furthermore, he had already set the clickbait title as usual.

[Judging videos in the contest! Ask me anything! #JustChatting #VideoContest #EditorContest #Contest #BreezeContest #EditorBreeze]

Yes, he purposely did not add any drama in the title or something to show that he didn't care. But... if the viewer brought it up later, he would talk about it.

'It's a trick often used by streamers back then. Heh, I don't care about drama because I do nothing. But if my silence makes you assume something bad, then I will talk. Or something along those lines.'

He was prepared.

"I will start the stream."

"Alright. I am ready."