I’m a Genius Idol but my Passive is Sunfish Chapter 103

The sunfish, having enjoyed his last supper, patted his full belly. Although there had been a slight argument during the eating process, the filming ended without a hitch.

 

“Filming ended earlier than expected~”

 

After saying goodbye to their senior colleagues, the two were heading toward the car where Namkyung was waiting.

 

But suddenly, Baekya grabbed Yulmu’s arm and stopped walking.

 

“Wa-wait a second!”

 

“What is it this time?”

 

I think I left something behind. Let’s just stop by the restroom before we go. Baekya tried every excuse imaginable to avoid leaving the building, making Yulmu grit his teeth while forcing a fake smile.

 

“Wa-water… just a bit of water…”

 

“You just drank some. Five minutes ago.”

 

“Come to think of it, I should probably go say goodbye to the PD one more time…”

 

“Han Baekya.”

 

As Baekya continued to stall with pathetic excuses, the smile vanished from Yulmu’s face.

 

“What’s wrong with you? You don’t want to go back to the dorm?”

 

“No…”

 

Baekya’s hands fidgeted as he glanced out the window. All the other cast members had already left; the only ones remaining in the parking lot were the staff and DASE’s vehicle.

 

Even Namkyung, who had been waiting, seemed to be getting impatient and was getting out of the car to come inside.

 

“What is it. Just say it.”

 

Baekya’s eyes darted around before he stole a glance up at Yulmu.

 

‘If I say I can’t go out because I’m afraid I’ll die, he’s going to treat me like a crazy person…’

 

His eyes spun as he desperately searched for another excuse. 

 

“Don’t even think about spinning those gears. I’ll give you three seconds. Answer before then.”

 

“No, well, it’s just…”

 

As the countdown rapidly shrunk, Baekya just threw caution to the wind and shouted.

 

“I—I think I’m gonna die!”

 

Yulmu frowned at the nonsensical excuse. Then, as if something clicked, a hollow smile spread across his lips.

 

“Is that all? Are you scared of Namkyung hyung? Because of the accident you and Yooyeon caused?”

 

Yulmu recalled the accident from early that morning. The incident where Minseong had stepped on a broken glass cup and ended up with a small circular bandage on the sole of his foot.

 

“Come on~ It’s fine, it’s fine. If Namkyung hyung says anything, I’ll block him for you.”

 

“No, that’s not it…”

 

Feeling relieved, Yulmu hooked his arm around Baekya’s neck and led him forward.

 

“Stop worrying and let’s go already~”

 

“No…! Let go!”

 

The sunfish, caught by a human, struggled desperately.

 

However, Yulmu was strong enough to easily lift someone like Baekya by the collar. With no way to resist, the sunfish was helplessly dragged along.

 

“Agh! I’m dying! Save the Sunfish! Mom! Noonaaaa!”

 

“What is wrong with you, seriously? Hey, you’re not gonna die, you’re not gonna die. I told you I’ll be your meat shield~”

 

Baekya leaned back with all his might to resist, while Yulmu pulled with brute strength.

 

In the middle of their scuffle, the sunfish’s foot finally slipped past the building’s exit.

 

“You damn bastard!”

 

“Agh! Hey, my hair! My hair!”

 

The moment Baekya grabbed a handful of Yulmu’s hair, a status window appeared before his eyes.

 

[Calculating Achievement…]

[<I’m Gonna Make It! (3)> Failed!]

 

As soon as he saw the word ‘Failed’, Baekya’s face turned deathly pale.

 

[No way…?] 

[‘Baekya’s’ condition is…!]

 

“Hey! Why are you acting like th—”

 

“Hrk… gasp…”

 

Yulmu, who was about to snap at Baekya, froze. His mind went blank as Baekya suddenly clutched his chest and began gasping for air.

 

As Baekya’s strength left his body and he collapsed, Yulmu caught him, his face turning pale and his hands trembling.

 

“Hey. Wh-what’s wrong… Don’t play around.”

 

“Br-breath…”

 

“So-somebody help! Hyung! Namkyung hyung!”

 

Baekya’s consciousness cut to black as Yulmu’s scream and the sight of a panicked Namkyung running from a distance were the last things he saw.

 

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[Issue] Comeback King DASE (feat. Official Site)

Recommend: 227 | Oppose: 4 (+250)

 

They say the ‘youngest sons’ of the idol powerhouse—who flipped the idol world upside down with their dollhouse concept right after debuting last year—are making a comeback.

 

Maybe it’s because it’s a full album + the whole group reached adulthood, but they’re coming back with a heavier concept. (I predicted a refreshing/bright concept again, but I was dead wrong…)

 

And what is ID known for?

Being the King of Promotions!

 

On the day the first teaser was released, an image of Yooyeon’s ID card appeared on the official site.

 

(Hunter_License.jpg)

 

As always, the center member goes first.

On the black-and-white ID card, Yooyeon’s name, affiliation, birthdate, and occupation are written in English.

 

Everything else is filled in, but the occupation slot is blank, and various equipment is laid out at the bottom. I clicked it just in case, and it actually works!

 

There are six weapons: a handgun, a rifle, a sword, a spear, a cross, and a bow.

 

Without thinking, I dragged the cross in the middle to the slot, but it got rejected. So then I tried the handgun, and it got stamped onto the license like a seal, and the jacket image popped up!

 

(White_Uniform_Yooyeon.jpg)

(Black_Shirt_Yooyeon.jpg)

 

Honestly, ‘insane’ is the only word for it.

They did this with the dressing room concept too, but this time it seems like it’ll be a lot of fun matching the weapons to the members.

 

Judging by the uniforms, is the concept knights?

+ Update: They say it’s a Vampire vs. Hunter concept.

 

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– Is this why I can’t quit ID… How do they keep finding things that perfectly target fangirl tastes? T_T

– Yooyeon in a uniform with a gun? Just kill me—bang! (Gun emoji)

  └ (Only the warmth of the deceased remains)

– Hunter? Is it a uniform concept? I thought they’d come back with something refreshing, this is unexpected.

– Summary of the main weapons (?) for the members revealed so far:

  └ Yooyeon: Handgun / Jihan: Rifle / Yulmu: Cross / Cheong: Bow / Baekya: Sword / Minseong: Spear

  └ Cheong Cheong with a bow ㅋㅋㅋㅋ The Divine Archer from the Idol Athletics Championship is holding a bow here too ㅋㅋㅋ

  └ Well, as long as he shoots well in the MV… my baby, do whatever you want ㅠㅠ

– I wish ID would release those Hunter Licenses as merch… please sell them…….

– Are the kids not doing variety shows this time? I hope they guest on I Live Alone again ㅠㅠ

  └ I heard they filmed for Friday Night.

– Please let me win the showcase ticket, please!! There are only 3 days left, when is the announcement? My heart is shaking, I’m gonna die.

  └ The announcement came out yesterday…

  └ Sounds like you were eliminated instantly.

– Inhale~ Exhale… I smell money in this comeback. I love it.

 

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Every morning—especially Monday—is the worst day of the week for a worker. The absolute worst day, where you only find the strength to survive by pouring a Venti-sized Americano down your throat.

 

But today was different.

 

Baepsae, who had spent all night scrolling through social media and barely managed to draw on her eyebrows before rushing to work, felt her mind was sharp even though she hadn’t had her caffeine fix amidst the storm of work.

 

‘Why? Because today is the day the Peach is revealed!’

 

Just two days ago, she had been drowning in the sorrow of failing to get a showcase ticket, but she regained her energy the moment she heard the generous news that they would be doing a live broadcast on the U-App.

 

Current time: 5:58 PM.

 

Assistant Manager Na’s hands were swimming across the keyboard. Her movements were so extraordinary it was as if the soul of a genius pianist had descended upon her.

 

[5:59]

 

One minute left until the music release.

 

‘As soon as it hits the hour, I’ll play the entire B-side tracklist and then go pick up my pre-ordered albums.’

 

Having rehearsed the plan in her head countless times ever since the comeback date was announced, Baepsae stared at the clock with an anxious heart.

 

[6:00]

 

“I’m heading out!”

 

Baepsae didn’t even shut down the system; she pulled the power adapter and vanished like the wind.

 

She sprinted to Kyobok Bookstore. It seemed they hadn’t started distribution yet, as fans were waiting nearby.

 

Baepsae scanned the situation. Seeing the mountains of boxes and posters stacked next to the counter, it looked like it was about to start.

 

As if everyone was thinking the same thing, the Naings, who had been eyeing each other, began to form a line. Baepsae quickly joined the end of the queue.

 

“Please line up here for DAZE pre-orders~!”

 

The staff member, having finished organizing, finally announced the start. Baepsae pulled out the receipt she had tucked safely in her wallet.

 

Baepsae had pre-ordered a total of two albums. One of each version.

 

She had planned to wait and buy them when the fansign announcement came out, but she didn’t know when that would be… and more than anything, she needed the albums now.

 

On the day the pre-order notice went up, Baepsae had received a text from Nara.

 

[Nara: Baepsae-nim! Do you want to go to the Sanok?]

[Me: Sanok?]

[Nara: Pre-recording! For the music shows!]

 

To be honest, the Idol Athletics Championship had been so exhausting that she hesitated to answer, but when Nara said that music shows were incomparably closer than the Athletics Championship, she bit the bait immediately.

 

She had thought Idol Athletics Championship was already pretty close, so what did ‘incomparably closer’ even mean?

 

Soon, it was Baepsae’s turn. She walked up to the counter and handed over the receipt.

 

“Two copies, correct?”

 

“Yes!”

 

“Which posters would you like?”

 

“Baekya and Minseong!”

 

Baepsae tried to stay calm, but it wasn’t easy. Especially because of the sounds coming from behind her.

 

– Whoa…

– There’s a Vampire Cheong!

 

“Would you like a bag?”

 

“No, I’m fine!”

 

The only calm people in this space were the employees.

 

Taking the posters and albums from the clerk, Baepsae moved to a less crowded area. She had prepared a poster tube in advance and carefully placed Minseong and Baekya inside before closing the lid.

 

‘I’ve lost count of how many times people asked if I was going to paint because of this tube today.’

 

Baepsae had been quite stressed because of her manager, who kept showing interest even after she said no.

 

“Ha. I’m nervous.”

 

Baepsae glanced at the fans gathered in the back.

 

She saw a large area marked with Photo Card Exchange signs placed at regular intervals. Fans who had already opened their albums were gathered there, desperately searching for their bias.

 

“Please, I hope I get him in one go.”

 

Baepsae sliced through the plastic wrap with her fingernail. Meanwhile, four hyenas quietly approached.

 

Standing a step away, these girls were those who couldn’t find their bias at the exchange market and had drifted inward to scout new unboxings.

 

‘Baekya. Please, Baekya.’

 

Opening the first album, Baepsae took a deep breath and flipped to the center.