Chapter 297: First Full Album (33)

“Hello, everyone! It's been quite some time since we've had the pleasure of meeting you live like this, hasn't it?" Ji Byeok-San began. His voice was infused with warmth as he greeted the viewers. “For today's session, we've planned an exciting opportunity to engage with all of you, alongside the sensational Chronos members."

The cast marveled at the rapid flow of messages.

“Wow, just look at the speed of the chat."

“Chronos' popularity truly is remarkable."

As soon as the live broadcast kicked off, the chat became a blur of rapid messages and signaled the fervor and anticipation of the fans. The live stream of Slacker Number One was always well-received, but with Chronos' powerful allure, the impact was unparalleled.

The cast members themselves couldn't help but let out exclamations of amazement as Ji Byeok-San chuckled lightly and effortlessly continued steering the show. “The reason we've joined you live today revolves around our special topic, right, director?"

He smoothly passed the baton to the production director, who promptly elaborated on the rules of today's engaging game.

“Yes. Starting now, you, our dear viewers, will have the chance to view music videos produced and edited by each team. We invite you to vote for the video that you like the most by following the link below."

“Shall we first reveal what each team's theme is?" Ji Byeok-San suggested, his tone teasing a surprise.

“On the count of three, let's unveil them."

There was a brief moment of tension among the Slacker family, but they quickly regained their composure and seamlessly supported Ji Byeok-San in the proceedings.

“Hyun-Woo and Yoon-Chan, please step forward and share the themes.”

“Ah, yes!" Park Yoon-Chan was visibly the most tense, and Suh Hyun-Woo appeared more at ease yet still somewhat shy with the audience. They took steps forward to the camera while holding papers that concealed the awaited themes.

- LMAO look at how shy they are!

- I can feel their awkwardness through the screen lol

- hahaha both are so adorable aww

- Where is the link?

The audience's warm chatter continued, offering words of encouragement to alleviate the palpable tension. However, these messages flew by too swiftly for the nervous pair, who were focused intently on their task.

“Shall we reveal the themes now?" Ji Byeok-San prompted.

“One, two, three!" The entire cast joined in the countdown, and the two revealed each team's theme at its climax. [Kang Joo-Han] and [Red Riding Hood Cha Cha].

The chat exploded with reactions.

- ?

- ???

- LOL, what am I even watching right now? CHA CHA? ????

- Cha Cha is insane LOL!

- AHAHAHAHAHAHA

- What the heck

- “Kang Joo-Han” out of nowhere...?

“Yes, we've selected songs that relate to our guests, Chronos, for this challenge.”

- But those are... lol

- They only chose the ones that Chronos members are embarrassed with the most haha

- What the heck is “Kang Joo-Han?”

- He is Chronos’ leader, but it’s the title of the song too LMAO

- Cha Cha ????????????

The audience responded with a flurry of LOLs and confusion, and their rapid-fire of laughing emojis filled the chat. The themes were meant to be humorous, yet the overwhelming favorite for its unexpected hilarity was “Cha Cha.”

This track, unlike “Kang Joo-Han” which had limited exposure, was infamous due to its aggressive promotions and iconic thumbnails on UNET. This made it a well-known piece of Chronos' colorful history. It was called both a dark past of Chronos and a legendary turnaround song that first made Chronos known to the public. Of course, the description was largely intended as a playful tease.

- ????Kang Joo-Han AHAHHA

- Never expected I would hear that song here lol

- Joo-Han ????????????

- Cha Cha and Kang Joo-Han? Ahahaha what a combination

- ???

- What’s the vibe?

- ??????

- They said they just filmed this... Why is the quality so good? What the?

- The color is insane.

On the brightly lit stage, a woman with high wheels confidently walked in.

- Is this fit for Cha Cha?

Like the person in the chat mentioned, “Red Riding Hood Cha Cha” was nowhere to be found in the seriousness and refined visuals. The woman in high heels stopped in the middle of the stage. The camera moved slightly away from her feet and then slowly moved up to reveal her face. As everyone expected, it was Joo So-Dam.

- Wow, unnie...

- Oh my, look at that beauty... She is a goddess

- Wow

- Make sure to post the music video after the broadcast ends, or I will take legal action!!!

- ???? So unnecessarily serious in the chat... She really is pretty, though.

Joo So-Dam was in blush suit trousers and jacket, a white shirt, and her hair was tied in a single ponytail. She flaunted an image of luxury reminiscent of a lead character in a Korean drama.

- So-Dam unnie... Please do your main job occasionally[4] I can't just see this beauty in variety shows...

Joo So-Dam was under the lights of the opera house and glanced toward the empty audience seats. She raised the violin she was holding and was ready to play. Although playing the violin was always highlighted as her specialty, she had limited pieces she could perform and they were used more as a comedic element in variety shows.

As much as the viewers were in awe, the reaction of the cast behind the scenes became a source of curiosity. The cast's reaction would only be visible in the actual broadcast. Joo So-Dam's performance began. It was the same piece that the Slacker family members teased her about.

- ???? she made a grand entrance, but the piece she’s playing is Canon

- So-Dam is playing Canon again lol

Despite being a good piece, it had become a punchline among the Slacker viewers, and the chat room quickly filled with laughter. Alongside the luxury, Joo So-Dam certainly secured the laughs. Then, another set of heels was heard. This time the footsteps were heavier. Joo So-Dam's playing stopped, and the screen shifted to show a man's feet.

Tap, tap-

The camera quietly moved up from the stage to the legs of a man walking out. He was dressed in a stylish suit. It was Goh Yoo-Joon.

- Holy fucking cow. He is so freaking handsome!!!

- My internal bond with Yoo-Joon just shattered... He is just too good-looking even for my delusions...

- My goodness...

- The Chronos member is so good-looking^^ What’s his name?

- Our second Cha Cha, Goh Yoo-Joon!

- You crossed the line with that suit, Yoo-Joon... Can we even look at this with the naked eye? It’s too dazzling ????

- Then wear sunglasses

Joo So-Dam, who had directed the entire music video, captured Goh Yoo-Joon's appearance very well. Goh Yoo-Joon looked at Joo So-Dam as he approached without a hint of a smile, and then frowned, averting his gaze. Then, he casually walked to the piano positioned in the back, plopped down on the chair, and laid his hands on the keys.

- Is this really Cha Cha???

- Doesn’t feel like Cha Cha at all...

- Feels more like a well-made music video or movie

- I didn’t know Yoo-Joon could play the piano WHOA

As everyone marveled at the unique visuals and the luxurious appearance of the two, their duet began. Piano and violin. The melody that resulted from their fingertips was, of course, “Red Riding Hood Cha Cha.” The viewers’ immersion was instantly broken.

1. Korean K-pop fans use the term "머글" (muggle) to describe non-fans, humorously likening them to ordinary people without magical powers, similar to the term's use in the Harry Potter series. ☜

2. 애교 (aegyo) is all about showing off cute, sometimes childlike behaviors to charm and endear yourself to others. ☜

3. Korean currency. ☜

4. Actress. ☜