Chapter 87: Let’s Decide on a Fandom Name!

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Kang Ha-neul was deep in thought.

You might think there’s nothing to worry about since Blue LUV’s activities have been going smoothly lately, but ironically, that’s exactly why she was concerned.

‘It’s about time we decide on a fandom name for Blue LUV as a whole, not just individual ones.’

Recently, she had conducted a short survey related to Blue LUV, and one of the questions she asked was:

‘Do you enjoy watching all the members’ streams and content?’

The results were 58% yes and 42% no.

The negative response was unexpectedly high.

In other words, a significant number of viewers only watch specific members’ streams.

For most corporate VTubers, this wouldn’t be a big issue, even overseas corporate VTubers face similar situations.

Even if there are VTubers who debut in the same generation, like 1st or 2nd gen, the size of their fandoms can vary quite a bit.

After all, even if they’re under the same agency, many VTubers tend to focus primarily on their own streams.

Of course, there are plenty of collaborations and chemistry through collabs, but still.

While this issue might not be a big deal for other corporate VTubers, it felt important to Kang Ha-neul because she dreamed of a future where the group Blue LUV itself would be loved.

In the early days, the focus was more on individual streams than collabs, emphasizing each member’s charm to ensure their streams were successful.

But now that everyone has settled in, it’s time to solidify the identity of Blue LUV as a whole.

The first thing she thought was necessary for this was a fandom name.

A central point that could bring together viewers who are part of individual fandoms.

With this in place, they could improve and grow through more collabs and content in the future.

“…I think I’ll have to call the kids in today.”

She considered pondering it alone or discussing it with the staff, but this could also become a piece of content.

Moreover, if viewers could be part of the creation process, it might strengthen the bond through the new fandom name.

“Hey, Da-jeong. What’s your schedule like today? Yeah. Ah, then later, with Chae-yoon…”

As soon as the idea popped into her head, Kang Ha-neul immediately contacted Da-jeong without a second thought.

In matters like this, Da-jeong’s opinion often played a key role.

She was truly Blue LUV’s treasure.

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Kang Ha-neul started her stream earlier than usual today.

Normally, she’d start later, but today, she had a joint content plan with two Blue LUV members—her employees, or rather, her daughters.

• ?
• Bom-ha
• Bom-ha Bom-ha
• Why so early today?
• What’s the stream title?

Without calling the pre-arranged members yet, she started the stream alone, and viewers began to show curious reactions.

Not only was it earlier than usual, but the title, Blue LUV Emergency Announcement, also drew attention.

Viewers wondered if another incident had occurred.

They anxiously joined the stream one by one.

Especially since Lulu’s sudden health decline had recently caused a big stir, Blue LUV fans were just hoping this year would pass without further issues.

“Hi, everyone. I started the stream today because there’s some urgent news to share. Don’t be too surprised.”

• ???
• What is it?
• It’s not serious, right?
• Did something happen?

Lowering her voice slightly and speaking in a meaningful tone, Kang Ha-neul began.

Viewers expressed their concerns in unison.

Since there was no camera, it was hard to tell if she was acting or not, making viewers even more anxious.

“You’ll probably find out when Lilith and Lulu join. We’ll discuss it together. It’s a pretty serious matter.”

• You called the Blue LUV members too?
• Stop beating around the bush and just say it!!!!!!!
• This streamer is up to her antics again
• If this is a prank, you’re dead
• Please let it be nothing serious…

Since many viewers had been watching Kang Ha-neul’s streams for a long time, some began to suspect this might be a prank.

But most, considering that Lulu and Lilith were also called in, guessed it wasn’t a trivial matter and expressed their worries.

Seeing their reactions, Kang Ha-neul stifled a laugh.

She sent a signal via Discord to the two members she had arranged earlier, then suddenly brought their avatars on screen from both sides, raising her voice dramatically.

“Alright, today’s content is…! Deciding on a Blue LUV fandom name!”

“Wahhhhh!”

“Yayyyy!”

With a sound effect like fireworks exploding, Lilith and Lulu, appearing from both sides, shook their bodies in excitement.

The viewers, relieved, exploded in unison.

• I got fooled again I got fooled again I got fooled again
• Manager Kang, I’ll see you at the fan meeting
• I can’t even swear in front of the Blue LUV members, ugh…
• I really thought something happened
• Someone smack the back of Manager Kang’s head, seriously

Kang Ha-neul chuckled alone as she watched the chaotic chat.

She wondered if she did streams just to tease her viewers.

Enjoying the fun of streaming, she settled the atmosphere.

“Why are you all getting so angry in front of the kids? Let’s calm down, everyone.”

[‘CloudSquad8thYear’ has donated 4,444 won!]

• You’re the one who made us angry, and now you’re telling us to calm down? How can we not curse?

“Ah, come on, it was fun like a surprise, right? It was just a light joke.”

• Shut up before I choke-slam you, seriously.
• I’m scared the kids might learn from this.
• Kids, don’t grow up to be like this troublemaker…
• Excuse me, but can I just hit you once?

Kang Ha-neul tried to calm things down, but seeing the viewers react even more fiercely, she realized this wasn’t going to be resolved easily.

In that case, she had no choice but to pull out her trump card.

“Alright, alright, don’t be like that. Our youngest will show you a cute scene, so bear with it for that.”

“Huh? M-me…?!”

• Oh
• That might be worth it.
• Was this pre-arranged?
• Judging by her reaction, probably not LOL
• Lulu-chan: Why are you pinning this on me, you evil boss?

Suddenly, the fire was directed at her, and Da-jeong widened her eyes in panic.

The last chat perfectly captured her feelings.

“C-CEO! You didn’t mention this beforehand…!”

“So you’re not going to do it? Your CEO is being surrounded by angry viewers and getting cursed at, and you won’t show them?”

“Hic, that’s so mean…!”

• LOLOLOLOL
• You brought this on yourself, you crazy woman LOL
• Pinning it on the youngest LOL
• Lulu, are you just going to work for a year and leave?
• If you don’t want to get fired, you’ll have to do it.
• Guys, are you sane? This is your CEO.

Though it was a bit shameless to pin this on the small, cute kid, from the viewers’ perspective it was an entertaining sight.

They weren’t actually that angry—it was just the usual banter.

But thanks to that, Da-jeong ended up taking the fall.

“Remember the penalty you did when you lost the bet with the members last time? Just show them that, and they’ll calm down.”

“Ugh, if I knew this would happen, I would’ve pretended not to see your message…”

“Lulu, what did you just say?”

“N-nothing. Really.”

• Her true feelings slipped out LOL
• Lulu-ya, you’ve been through a lot…
• How did this sweet kid end up with such a troublemaker…

Sympathy for Da-jeong poured in, but no one told her she didn’t have to do it.

‘They’re all the same, huh.’

Watching this scene from the side, Chae-yoon could only laugh inwardly.

The problem was, she was the same.

Secretly wanting to see Da-jeong’s cuteness, she stayed silent and just observed.

Eventually, unable to withstand the pressure from CEO Kang and the viewers, Da-jeong steeled herself and cautiously performed the aegyo.

She slightly modified the aegyo she had done as a penalty in front of the members not long ago.

“E-everyone, I’m sorry for making you angry, nya~. The c-cute Lulu-chan is apologizing like this, so please forgive me, nyaaa… Ugh, I can’t do this anymore…!”

Even though there were more lines originally, she had managed to push through in front of the members with a grit-your-teeth-and-bear-it mindset.

But in front of over 9,000 viewers, she couldn’t bring herself to continue and eventually hung her head low.

Knowing that asking for more would be too much, Kang Ha-neul finally smiled warmly and patted Da-jeong on the back.

“Our youngest is so cute! I really should raise her on my balcony…!”

“Yeah, perfect. How about it, everyone? Did our cute youngest’s aegyo calm you down a bit?”

[‘Kang Ha-neul’s Foot Wipe’ has donated 10,000 won!]

• Were we ever angry? I don’t know~ LOL
• For real LOL
• Bliss
• Bliss
• Lulu-chan’s aegyo is truly precious…
• The fact that the streamer never shows it makes it even better.

Since Kang Ha-neul has a strong, dignified image, aegyo is rarely seen on her streams.

So for viewers who had been craving something like this, it was pure bliss.

At the cost of Da-jeong’s embarrassment, everyone’s happiness was bought.

In the end, it could be considered a happy ending.

“Alright, now that we’ve seen our youngest’s cute aegyo, shall we start deciding on the fandom name?”

After successfully lightening the mood, Kang Ha-neul clapped her hands to focus everyone’s attention and officially began the main event of the day.

Translator Note

NT/N (Not-so-Translator’s note):
Hi hi~ Did you upalupa fans expect your beloved TL~? Unfortunately, he is still too shy and dumb to put translator’s notes here~ How mean and pitiful~

As such, me being the benevolent person that I am, I will gladly chat with you all today~ Did you know that your funny translator used to be a little rascal~? Words can’t describe how silly he is! He didn’t even know that the chapters titles had names until he was told so! How sloppy ♡ Failed as a human ♡ Sloppy personality ♡ Sloppy work ♡ Sloppy everything~♡!

Either way, do hope that you enjoy this novel so far~ and as a little bonus:
Go read my novel, Self-Harming Heroine, because I love to sell out~

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