Chapter 137

Chapter 137

Raise Three Idols Well And They’ll Launch a Confession Attack.

Episode 137: The Idol Who Put A Tracker On Their Manager.

In order to check and research Girl Revolution’s appearance on a famous talk show primarily featuring artists, all the employees of TwoBear were to gather by 9 PM, the time of the broadcast.

Because of this, with a few who had difficulty finding time and the group of four members still finishing training before the exact time, the entire staff of TwoBear was gathered in one place for the first time in a while.

In such a space, Seok Hyun-woo, with an excited expression as he read the article, took a sip from his mug of coffee and asked Oh James, who was reading the article on his tablet.

“Among the recent rookie girl groups, no one has succeeded in charting this quickly, right?”

In response to his question, Oh James put down his tablet and spoke.

“We can take the girl group label off. Even including boy groups, this is an incredibly rare speed.”

At his words, vocal trainer Song Johan, who had been drinking energy drinks like water, added.

“54th place right after release, and this rise speed, there have only been examples like ‘PRZ,’ ‘Enemies,’ and ‘Beta Setup’ in the last two years.”

“Weren’t those all groups that reached No. 1?”

“That’s right. It’s a tremendous rise. Saying Girl Revolution is starting to walk the royal road is not an exaggeration.”

Unable to contain his excitement, Song Johan started mixing unnecessary English words, which he had been holding back recently.

Seok Hyun-woo, who would normally suggest corrections, was so excited that he didn’t mind his speech habits and responded with enthusiasm.

“Then, is it okay to expect Girl Revolution to reach No. 1?”

“It’s definitely something to expect. So, we should prepare. We can’t just face No. 1 on a music show without any plans.”

“So, it’s about preparing to row when the water comes in. Understood.”

Seok Hyun-woo, with an excited expression, started thinking so much that he happily said as if unsure of the answer.

“There are so many things coming to mind, I’m not sure what to prepare. What kind of preparations are needed when we reach No. 1?”

“First, there’s the award acceptance speech.”

“Yes, the acceptance speech is important.”

Though there were other more important things, no one pointed that out.

“If the kids reach No. 1, they will definitely mention Oh James’s name, right?”

“Haha, probably. Well, I’ve experienced this a lot, but it’s still quite a nice feeling.”

“As the vocal trainer who made great achievements, I’ll naturally be mentioned too.”

Seok Hyun-woo nodded at Song Johan’s words but scratched his head as if unsure and said.

“Hmm, you two might be mentioned, but I’m not sure about myself. If it’s Miss Yeoreum, she might say something, but I wonder about the other ladies…”

“Seok Hyun-woo, you’ve been assisting as the road manager, handling most of the schedules. Of course, the kids will mention you.”

“Do you think so? Hmm… I’d be happy, but it’s a bit tricky. There are people who don’t like endless lists of names only the artists know after an award.”

“Oh, you don’t need to worry about that. Our TwoBear team is small enough for that not to be an issue.”

“A company like ours with a few good men is rare.”

“Haha! Exactly. We are truly an elite few.”

Thanks to Cheon Aram’s generous bonus, the team’s loyalty to TwoBear soared, and they continued their excited chatter.

“When they mention me in the No. 1 speech, I’d appreciate it if they say Manager Seok. Even if they mention that I came from Jinkang, the ladies always call me Deputy Seok, and it feels a bit off.”

In response to his words, Song Johan spoke softly, as if in disbelief.

“No, everyone knows you have ties with Jinkang…”

“…Johan, we agreed to keep that a secret among us at TwoBear. We can’t forget that Jinkang is our main investor.”

“…”

Realizing, Song Johan nodded and then changed the topic.

“You mentioned the titles the kids might use? Just calling me Song ssam is fine.”

“That’s a title that Team Leader Seon has, so I don’t think the kids will use it.”

“Oh, right. But why does Team Leader Seon get called Taeyang ssam by Gyeoul?”

“Ask when you have some free time later. I was driving while shooting, and I asked out of boredom. Gyeoul explained the whole story, gesturing with her hands and feet for two hours. I lost track of time listening to it. It’s a fun story.”

“Gyeoul, the quiet one, talked for two hours by herself? What on earth is Team Leader Seon doing?”

“He’s living the most dramatic life of anyone I know.”

“I’ve lived a difficult life to be called a composer, but even I respect Team Leader Seon.”

“Wow… as expected, it’s Team Leader Seon.”

As I was half-listening to their conversation while also messaging with two broadcast PDs, three reporters, and one writer, I could no longer ignore the three pairs of eyes that were looking at me as if I should be revered, so I spoke up.

“I wouldn’t describe my life as dramatic. It’s been a dry and simple life, like a documentary.”

Hearing my words, Song Johan chuckled lightly and said.

“If your life is dry, then mine is like a desolate desert.”

“Then my life must be like a drought with the earth cracking open.”

“If you two are saying that, I wouldn’t even be considered a natural element. It’d be like a lens that’s been abandoned for a month.”

“…”

…Wait, why am I being put on such a pedestal by these people?

Embarrassed, I sighed softly and changed the subject.

“By the way, I’m glad that you three are expressing your joy for Girl Revolution’s achievements, but I feel mentioning No. 1 may be premature.”

Upon hearing my words, Lee Hyerin nodded vigorously, as if in strong agreement, and spoke.

“Team Leader Seon is right. How can you cause such a fuss when we haven’t even reached it yet?”

Choreographer Isabella also agreed with that statement.

“I agree with both Team Leader Seon and Trainer Hyerin. We don’t know what variables may occur, so expecting that kind of result is a bit premature… Especially you, James, you shouldn’t be like that.”

Oh James flinched at Isabella’s remark, awkwardly smiling and offering an excuse.

“That’s true, but the indicators are extremely positive right now. Honestly, we could say it’s almost a certainty that we’ll reach No. 1.”

“That’s right. This is not a fuss. It’s responding to the inevitable result.”

“Actually, the person who should be thinking the most about this is Team Leader Seon. No matter what anyone says, the first name the girls will mention is yours, right? Don’t think so negatively. How about thinking about a reaction for the kids?”

“Hmm… A reaction, huh? Do you think they’d like a surprise celebration?”

“That’s a great idea!”

Whether they realized it or not, the eyes of the ‘Fuss Trio’ began to cool, and they started discussing how to carry out the celebration event.

I put down my smartphone, which I had been messaging with reporters and people from the broadcasting station, and spoke.

“Seriously, we haven’t reached No. 1 yet.”

“Haha, don’t worry, Team Leader Seon. I, Oh James, guarantee it. Girl Revolution will definitely hit No. 1 during their activity period—unless some strange incidents happen.”

“But we won’t get involved in any such incidents, right?”

“Exactly. Seok Hyun-woo is right. There’s no one at TwoBear who would get involved in such gossip.”

“I can vouch for it as the one who brought it up. There won’t be any incidents. I’d even bet my salary on it. TwoBear is all about good character, after all.”

“Exactly! So, there’s no obstacle for us. Haha, music broadcast No. 1 will be easy.”

At that moment, the door slammed open, and Seo Soo-yeon appeared.

“Oh, Seo Soo-yeon, you’ve come too…”

“This is an emergency. A scandal article about Girl Revolution just broke!”

“…”

We all stared at the ‘Fuss Trio’ in silence.

Under the gathered gazes, the three of them were sweating profusely.

Among them, Oh James, who looked the most flustered, cautiously spoke.

“Uh… can I cancel what I said earlier?”

…Would that even work?

“Ugh, what do we do? What should we do?”

Jin Yeoreum asked the terrified and flustered Gyeoul.

“Gyeoul, calm down! What’s going on?”

“They say a scandal article about Girl Revolution just broke!”

“Eh? A scandal article broke?”

Upon hearing her words, Oh Yoori looked at Yoo Gaeul in surprise and said.

“…Has Gaeul’s tracker finally been found?”

“…”

Gyeoul and Yeoreum, who had been receiving the tracker’s information until recently, froze in place. Then, all eyes turned to Yoo Gaeul.

In the midst of those gazes, Yoo Gaeul, who had been deep in thought, spoke with trembling eyes.

“…Is it really me?”