Chapter 213: Joy (50)

Chapter 213: Joy (50)

“Ugh, this guy keeps coming back even after being reported."

What was the use of a permanent account ban when the trolls kept changing their accounts, even using their mom's, dad's, siblings', or friends' accounts?

Hwang Go-Ri sighed deeply and reported the malicious chats that popped up during the live broadcast. Yet, her gaze remained fixed on the two people on the phone—Suh Hyun-Woo and Lee Jin-Sung—as they were getting ready to dance, straightening their clothes.

She wanted to show them only positive chats during the live broadcast, especially since it was their first time doing a livestream together. Unluckily, the chat today was particularly foul, with antis and malicious fans running rampant. They were the worst of the worst, with some of them even stalking the idols in person.

She had tried to report and delete these foul comments, but she was sure the two of them had seen them too.

[I think I can do it.]

[Look at the confidence. Let's start.]

[Shall we start with Jin-Sung? I will play the song.]

[Yeah!]

Lee Jin-Sung responded energetically, and Suh Hyun-Woo nodded before stepping out of the frame. Then, “Chronos” started playing.

- Wow, Chronos ??

- I've missed it so much already

- LMAO Jin-Sung is going to dance Hyun-Woo's solo?

- I feel like Jin-Sung knows all the other members' dances too haha

[But my dance won't feel like hyung’s. Hyun-Woo hyung is really good at setting the mood.]

The intro of “Chronos” started with the highlight of Suh Hyun-Woo's solo, with each member joining in one by one. It was one of the Rings’ favorite parts as Suh Hyun-Woo's unique dance lines were elegant and languid.

“Hahaha! Jin-Sung is already causing a commotion," said Hwang Go-Ri. Though Jin-Sung was supposed to stand still during this part, he was already moving around excitedly and rode the rhythm.

[Hey, Jin-Sung, you are supposed to stay still there.]

[It's just a warm-up.]

[What did hyung say, Jin-Sung?]

[Ah, seriously! You said that I should dance like a turtle.]

Lee Jin-Sung then started dancing properly. He usually performed the fast and powerful dance he preferred, so the slower pace might feel frustrating for him.

[Ugh!]

Lee Jin-Sung groaned while diligently replicating Suh Hyun-Woo's solo.

[lol Jin-Sung's version is good too?]

[No, really, it's decent?]

[Turtle AHAHAHA]

[It's really different lol ???? The intro feels like a powerful version!]

“Oooh...." Hwang Go-Ri's mouth curled into a smile without her realizing it.

Lee Jin-Sung's rendition of Suh Hyun-Woo's part was indeed quite different. The yearning atmosphere that many fans cited as a reason for their fondness was almost gone, but Lee Jin-Sung's unique, strong, and refreshing dance lines somewhat expressed the delicate choreography, creating an interesting balance.

This cover was good enough that fans would want to see it on stage as a special event. For the fans watching right now, the broadcast brought pride, happiness, and visual pleasure. It was fascinating to see how differently members of the same group interpreted the same part.

Next was Suh Hyun-Woo’s turn to dance Lee Jin-Sung's part.

[I'm honestly not sure. Even though I know Jin-Sung's part, it's hard to mimic it. Give me a moment. Let me try to remember.]

[You all saw hyung take off his accessories earlier, right? He's trying to outdo his younger brother here.]

[No, it's because your dance moves might catch on my casual clothes, bracelets, and rings.]

Suh Hyun-Woo spoke awkwardly, but the fans knew he had the intention of winning. Both were the main dancers of Chronos—members known for their passion for dance.

[Let's see then. I will play my part.]

After Lee Jin-Sung had stepped out of the frame, Suh Hyun-Woo took his position.

“Uuuuhhhhh!" Hwang Go-Ri made a strange noise and covered her mouth tightly. Her favorite, Suh Hyun-Woo, was about to cover Jin-Sung’s part.

There had been a slight buzz among fans when Suh Hyun-Woo subtly adapted his dance style to complement Lee Jin-Sung's during their recent pair dance. Because of it, it was impossible for them not to feel excited.

[But I'm not sure. Honestly.]

[You say that, but you will dance well anyway!]

In response to Lee Jin-Sung's whining, Suh Hyun-Woo started to dance with a composed smile as if to soothe himself. It was a dance in Lee Jin-Sung's style, which had only been seen in a very short fifteen-second video before.

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Their petty fights always brought great joy to the fans. The never-ending battles only calmed down after both were hit in the back by Kang Joo-Han.

[Ah, right. Hyung, you said your work got deleted earlier. Did you manage to recover it?]

[Ji- Jin-Sung.]

Park Yoon-Chan desperately signaled Lee Jin-Sung to keep quiet. But by then, Kang Joo-Han's face had already darkened.

[Sigh... It can't be recovered...]

Goh Yoo-Joon stood up.

[Everyone, come here. Let's hug Joo-Han hyung.]

Just like what Kang Joo-Han had done for the members sometimes, they gathered for a Chronos-style consolation ceremony. After a long hug, the members sat down side by side, and communication with the fans started again.

[Why did you come so early when there's still some time left before practice? Goh Yoo-Joon, you were sleeping earlier.]

At Suh Hyun-Woo's words, Kang Joo-Han suddenly started giggling.

[Before coming here, I was tidying up some stuff, and Goh Yoo-Joon broke the toilet.]

[What does tidying up have to do with the toilet?]

[I will tell you later. Anyway, the manager was angry, so we came early to change the mood.]

Suddenly, news about Chronos's broken toilet surfaced, accompanied by light-hearted banter, around an hour and ten minutes into the broadcast. Despite the unexpected interruption, the live broadcast, which was longer than usual, carried on. Suh Hyun-Woo, noticing the time, glanced at Kang Joo-Han.

However, Kang Joo-Han appeared to be barely engaging in the conversation, still shocked by his recent setback. Sensing the mood, Suh Hyun-Woo discreetly glanced at the other members and skillfully redirected the discussion by clapping his hands at an opportune moment.

[Alright, everyone. Shouldn't we start the practice now?]

Only then did Kang Joo-Han check the time and nod.

[Oh, yes. Rings, thank you for joining us in today's live broadcast. We need to prepare for the inauguration ceremony now.]

[Even in our personal live broadcasts, we always end up saying goodbye together.]

[It's nice, isn't it? Everyone, see you at the next music show!]

[Good night!]

The broadcast which lasted about an hour ended. As soon as the broadcast was turned off, Hwang Go-Ri immediately shared her thoughts on BlueBird and started refreshing the Q-app site.

When the replay video was uploaded, she immediately turned on her editing program. Hyun-Woo and Jin-Sung's numerous dance covers, calls with other members, the peers' fights, the famous Chronos-style consolation, and the story of Goh Yoo-Joon breaking the toilet—a live broadcast that was started with a light heart always turned into such a treasure trove.

The more the members shared stories, making the broadcast increasingly comfortable and enjoyable, the busier fan channel operators like Hwang Go-Ri became.

***

The preparations for the Rings inauguration ceremony were proceeding smoothly, even amid the promotional activities for "Joy." We had ample time to prepare and refine the ceremony's quality, and today marked the special video shoot for the inauguration ceremony.

“Jin-Sung, do you want to wear glasses?" asked one of the stylists.

“Glasses? I don't like them because they are uncomfortable."

“Only Joo-Han wears them when glasses props come in. Today, let's have our Jin-Sung wear them."

“Then give me a cool design, please."

“Of course."

I watched Jin-Sung being persuaded by a stylist and then looked away. The prepared set resembled a corporate meeting room, and the members were all dressed in full suits. This shoot was for a skit to announce that I had become the sub-leader.

“We will start shooting in twenty minutes!"

“Okay!" I entered the set first and looked at the documents placed at each member's seat.

Chronos Debate (Host: Kang Joo-Han)

Topic 1. Is Chronos okay as it is?

- Announce the launch of individual variety shows.

: Please act as if Joo-Han is accepting the other members’ opinions on their individual variety shows schedule.

Topic 2. Is Kang Joo-Han’s autocratic system okay?

- Announce the news of Suh Hyun-Woo becoming the sub-leader.

: Please appropriately distribute the ratio between the pro and con teams.

Although the skit was mostly improvised and not much was written down, it specified the points we definitely needed to convey during the shoot.