Become an Idol or Become Deceased! [fan translation] P.1

Chapter 158 (official illustration)

Firstly, let's start by talking about the numerical ratio since Kim Raebin himself brought up the comments that received a lot of upvotes.

"Let's look at it objectively just like you said. Right now, 'Present' is higher on the music charts than that song. Shouldn't that by itself be an objective and unbiased assessment by the general public?"

However, Kim Raebin wasn't fooled by that.

"I think the matter is that the difference between the two samples arises from the difference in people's awareness of them. I need an evaluation that's made after someone has actually listened to both songs without personal feelings...!"

"..."

That was why he was determined to hear my opinion. I held back a sigh and slowly answered.

"Okay... I got it. To me, 'Present' is a better song."

"Is, is that so??"

"But it's true that the other song is more popular."

"...!"

"The song is pleasant and easy to the ears."

Kim Raebin clenched the hands on his lap tightly. I went on with my explanation.

"But that's because there's a difference in intent. In the first place, we made our song with performance as our top priority."

"But..."

"Meaning, you don't have to needlessly compare them. It's a matter of timing and preferences... and also luck."

"...Yes."

Kim Raebin still looked timid, but he nodded his head perhaps understanding what I meant.

I chuckled.

"Is it that agitating?"

"Yes? ...Yes."

Kim Raebin hesitated before adding.

"Am I... am I not often criticized for being poor at communication and for being the type that's unfit for social activities?"

Aigoo.

"So, I thought that if my contributions are lacking in terms of production, it would be right to develop other capabilities that could help the group."

"Hmm."

Kim Raebin probably needed the assurance that even if he couldn't take part in the performance right now, he was contributing to the album.

'Then, should I use this method?'

I recalled the plan I had been preparing.

But before I mention it, I should get the previous point right first.

"First of all... I don't think you're particularly bad at socializing."

"Uh, I've often heard that I can't read the mood though..."

Sure. He must have heard that a lot in his life.

However, in personal relationships, he wasn't stubborn or bad-tempered, so there were no problems with his work.

"Is that so? Has any of the members been mad at you while you've been active in TeStar?"

"...No."

"See? There are no problems, so don't worry about it."

"I, I see!"

Kim Raebin's expression brightened a little.

"And the issue of producing... hmm. Wait a minute."