Gang Rojun, who had checked the flood of notifications sent by “AI Simulation,” lifted the corners of his mouth faintly.
‘Oh— side job “composer” added!’
In truth, Rojun had expected it around the time the sudden title mission had appeared before. The achievement condition was to complete his first composition. The related title was “Side-Job Rich,” so naturally the side job would be “composer.” That guess had become reality.
‘An item, and even a title enhancement!’
As expected, the gifts from “AI Simulation” were quite useful this time as well. Gang Rojun’s smile immediately deepened.
‘As expected, “AI Simulation” is fun. It doesn’t give me a second to get bored.’
On top of that, when he imagined the future involving the newly derived “composer” side job, he found himself rather excited. Composing this “Song No. 1” had been enjoyable too, and how proud would he feel watching the completed songs he had personally made pile up one by one? The increase in skill was just a bonus.
The dopamine that burst forth at the moment when an ability honed through diligent practice bore fruit was considerable.
Recently, Gang Rojun had experienced that several times.
‘Vocal, rap, choreography—those stats have started rising more slowly through natural practice, but acting and composing are still accumulating pretty quickly.’
Then Rojun picked up his phone. It was to access “AI Simulation.” Sihu was nearby, but after finishing his conversation with Gang Rojun, he was busy organizing his things. Even if he looked, it would be hard for him to notice.
—Swipe.
As soon as he opened “AI Simulation,” Rojun quickly skimmed over the things that had changed.
-[Titles: Side-Job Rich+4 / (Awakened) World Star / Global Genius+2 / Instrument Master+1]
-[Side Jobs: [1] Screenwriter, [2] Actor, [3] Lyricist, [4] Composer]
The title “Side-Job Rich” had become +4, increasing the number of coins earned per day to 17, and “composer” had been added as a side job. Before he knew it, he had four listed side jobs alone. Others might gape and ask why he had so many things to do, but Gang Rojun liked it.
‘The busier it gets, the more fun it is.’
Hadn’t those side jobs even allowed him to touch amounts of money that made people gasp? To Gang Rojun, chaos with guaranteed rewards was happiness. Soon, as Rojun imagined the overflowing things he would have to do in the future, his finger moved. What he touched this time was “Inventory.”
-[Inventory]
-[1] AI Automation 1-Time Free Usage Ticket
-[2] 8-Point Stat Enhancement Coupon
With the previous title awakening and this enhancement combined, his items had increased to two. Of course, both were extremely useful. Smiling from ear to ear, Gang Rojun decided to use the “8-Point Stat Enhancement Coupon” first. The target was rap, which he had been raising after singing ability. As soon as he used the item, a prickling sensation spread through his wrist. Rojun endured the pain, letting out something like an inward “ugh,” then checked his stats.
-[Looks (150/150)│Singing Ability (60.3/100)│Rap (60.5/100)│Choreography (50.2/100)│Wit (27/100)│Acting (25.5/100)│Lyric-Writing (100/100)│Composing (28/100)│Arranging (0/100)]
First of all, his rap had broken past 60 points, and more than anything—
‘Oh—my composing stat jumped by 5 points in one go?’
He didn’t know if it was because it had been added as a side job, but the “composing” stat had risen by a full 5 points at once. A nice result.
At that moment, Gang Rojun suddenly thought.
‘…I’m curious how the “Song No. 1” I made would turn out if I ran “AI Automation” on it.’
Curiosity stirred. He wondered just how perfectly “AI Automation” would polish the lacking song Rojun had composed. Its level of completion would probably soar exponentially. Well, what could he do? If he was curious, he had to try it. Rojun immediately tapped the “AI Automation” button.
-[Through “AI Automation” analysis, it is possible to derive the desired result. What would you like to derive? (Only things related to your desired profession of idol are possible)]
In the blank space, he wrote what he wanted quite specifically and in detail. The instructions ended up a bit longer than he had expected, but that did not matter, and the number of coins “AI Automation” displayed was not particularly expensive either. Satisfied, Rojun immediately pressed approve.
Not long after.
-[Applying······Application complete!]
Along with the tingling sensation in his wrist once again, a file arrived on Gang Rojun’s phone.
—Vrrrr.
It was a song. The one Gang Rojun had instructed. After glancing at Sihu, Gang Rojun connected his earphones and put them in his ears. Then he immediately played it.
—♬♪
A ballad rang in his ears. Gradually, the corners of Gang Rojun’s mouth curved like a bow. It was definitely the “Song No. 1” that Rojun had composed, but the difference in its level of completion was enormous.
‘There’s definitely—the melody I wrote in here… but “AI Automation” is insane.’
That was not the end. Right now, an understanding of the completed “Song No. 1” was raging through Gang Rojun’s mind. Soon, while saving the newly arrived “Song No. 1” into the composition file on his laptop, Rojun strummed the guitar in his mind as if reviewing. He even made the sheet music.
It took roughly ten minutes to finish the work.
Gang Rojun slowly opened the eyes he had closed and murmured inwardly the decision he had just made.
‘First, I’ll somehow make the song myself, and for the final touches, I’ll run “AI Automation” like this.’
If he did that, his skills would naturally rise, so his “composing” stat would someday reach 100 as well. He could also continue gathering completed songs.
One of the greatest advantages of the fraudulent “AI Simulation” was shortening time.
He had decided to exploit that thoroughly.
Removing the earphones from his ears, he stroked his chin. Gang Rojun’s mind was already heading toward the next step.
‘I’ve tried a ballad, so now let’s make a dance track.’
Thursday morning, the 3rd.
Around the time Gang Rojun and the members woke up at the dorm, GN Entertainment, which had signed an official contract with them, began moving in earnest. Meetings were convened separately with GN Entertainment’s management team and A&R team.
The management team—
“Yesterday, we finished introducing the dorm, and starting today, we’ll introduce the company. And…”
Centered around Chief Gim Gibaek, who had become the dedicated manager for the four of them, including Rojun, they recited the future schedule. Meanwhile, the A&R team, which handled the overall planning, production, and release process of their debut—
“Before collecting songs, we need to decide the album type and concept, as well as the members’ concepts. Let’s start by analyzing the profiles of Rojun, Sihu, Gangmin, and Dogyeong. We’ll confirm the direction based on the artists’ identities and characteristics.”
A new album usually proceeded after deciding what the entertainment company and artist aimed for. In other words, the concept or identity. In addition, they considered release timing, trends, the public’s needs, and so on, and once the overall concept became clear, they collected songs according to that direction.
Once the songs were selected, it would be the next step.
Therefore, the management team and A&R team communicated smoothly while managing the artists’ condition and many other matters. There was one special order CEO Ha Seohwan of GN Entertainment had given those two teams.
“Ah, and since the CEO especially emphasized ideas for the group name for Rojun, Sihu, Gangmin, and Dogyeong, everyone think about it.”
It was to finalize the group name.
Of course, the management team and A&R team were not the only ones busy. The PR and marketing team was also moving their hands like mad.
《[Issue Pick] Rojun, Sihu, Gangmin, and Dogyeong Part Ways with “Geubaekpeu” and Move into a New Dorm / Photos》
The key was to maintain the popularity of “Geubaekpeu” as much as possible while also informing the members’ fans of their recent status. Even if they did only this much, the rest would be spread by fans through communities and social media.
In addition.
“We should slowly open the members’ personal social media accounts and the group account too, shouldn’t we?”
“The Neotube channel opening should come first.”
“I’ll organize it and report right away.”
Social media and the Neotube channel also had to be taken good care of. In a global era like today, they were essential. Especially since Rojun, Sihu, Gangmin, and Dogyeong could already be considered to be advancing overseas. The response from Japan was considerable. The best connection points with Japanese fans were social media and Neotube.
Currently, in Japan, “Geubaekpeu” had ended, but its popularity remained, and they were especially hooked on the recently launched “Rental Lover.”
It was still defending first and second place.
[Japan’s Real-Time Top 10 Content]
1. Rental Lover
2. Produce That 100!
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“Rental Lover” was receiving an exceptional reception among Japanese fans.
《The Public Falls for Korean Drama “Rental Lover”: “This Is Why Japanese Content Can’t Help but Lose to Korea”》
The quality of the work was good as well, but the relatively short episode count satisfied the needs of Japanese fans. After all, Japanese dramas traditionally had shorter episode counts and running times than Korean dramas.
Well, the most important factor was Gang Rojun.
How could Japanese fans not melt at Rojun, who appeared in “Rental Lover” as “Lover No. 4”?
However, Netflex Japan, whose atmosphere had risen after hitting home runs with both “Geubaekpeu” and “Rental Lover,” was not satisfied. Around noon, they announced the production of Gang Rojun’s new work, “Like a Kaleidoscope.” The starting shot was fired through Netflex Japan’s official social media.
-[Hello! We have new news from Netflex Japan to share with our subscribers! It is the production news of a new original series drama. The title of the original series drama confirmed for production this time is “Like a Kaleidoscope,” a new work by Writer Rojun, who wrote “Rental Lover”! For subscribers who enjoyed “Rental Lover,” this will be welcome news······]
This announcement spread among Japanese fans faster than light, and within a few dozen minutes, Korea’s Culture Drawer took the baton.
《“Writer Rojun’s” Next Work Confirmed to Launch on Netflex Japan!》
《“When on Earth Did He Write His Next Work?” Fans Stirred by News That Netflex Japan and “Rojun” Have Signed a Contract》
《[Star Talk] “Rojun” Is Unconventional Even as a Writer! What Kind of Work Is “Like a Kaleidoscope,” to Be Released on Netflex Japan?》
As a result, even Korean fans were in an uproar.
Domestic drama writers could only stick out their tongues in disbelief.
“My goodness—an original series on Netflex Japan?”
“Wow… he’s advancing overseas as soon as his debut work blew up. I saw it, and I still can’t believe it.”
“This is the first time I’ve seen a case like this.”
“Of course there wouldn’t be one, right? Even having a debut work launch beyond Korea and in Japan is rare, but going straight overseas with his next work—Rojun is definitely the first.”
In any case, as GN Entertainment’s and Culture Drawer’s media plays mixed together, they decorated the main pages of all sorts of search sites.
There was also a broadcasting station that squeezed through that gap and dropped new bait.
《SBC to Hold Its First Awards Ceremony of the Year, “SBC Acting Awards” Confirmed for Friday, December 18》
It was SBC.
Around the afternoon.
Gang Rojun and the members entered GN Entertainment together with the management team, including Chief Gim Gibaek. Coming here after signing the official contract felt somewhat new to Rojun.
‘Now that it’s my agency, I’m attached to it right away.’
Guided by Chief Gim Gibaek, the four of them first toured the various departments of GN Entertainment. Rojun and the members bowed at ninety degrees, and the employees who received those bows applauded without holding back.
—Clap clap clap clap clap clap clap!
Naturally, shouts mixed with congratulations, encouragement, and ambitions were thrown their way. It was a fascinating experience for the four of them, who even saw actors and other celebrities belonging to GN Entertainment as they went around. After touring all the departments, Chief Gim Gibaek said,
“Mm—next, I’ll introduce the places you’ll be using. Shall we go to the cafeteria first? The food here is good.”
As if they had come on a food tour, he stopped by the company cafeteria first. Gang Rojun had imagined it would be of a moderate size, but it was completely different. It was enormous, and the interior was almost like a hotel lounge.
‘Wow—the quality is insane.’
After sniffing the air, Chief Gim Gibaek showed a faint smile.
“Hm? Ah, you’re all hungry? Then let’s eat.”
What was that? When had we said we were hungry? Chief Gim Gibaek was indeed unusual, but Gang Rojun, Sihu, Gangmin, and Dogyeong really were hungry.
“The smell is killer.”
“Food, food, food.”
“Whoa—you can choose Korean, Chinese, Western, Japanese, stuff like that?”
“It’s just a buffet.”
Whispering among themselves, Rojun and the members swayed happily. Soon, they infiltrated among the employees who were already eating and had their meal. Gang Rojun’s evaluation was simple and clear.
‘Damn delicious.’
Seeing that their eyes had gone wide, the members seemed to be of the same opinion. Dogyeong even said,
“I’m going for another round.”
And added more rice.
After eating lunch until he was full, Gang Rojun toured practice rooms with various atmospheres, the gym, workrooms, recording studios, and so on in order. The atmosphere was not hugely different from the “Geubaekpeu” campus, but the quality here was several times better.
Soon, in the largest practice room, Chief Gim Gibaek slowly nodded.
“This should be more or less—everything. Ah, and I’ll pass along one thing that’s been confirmed. Rojun, you probably already know since you were invited.”
Looking around at the members other than Gang Rojun, he opened his mouth.
“The congratulatory stage for this year’s SBC year-end awards ceremony has been confirmed as you.”