The Malicious Member is Back! - Chapter 199



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The Malicious Member Returns! Episode 199

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When they heard from their manager Yoo Ho-bin that “after filming the relay dance today, we will be filming our own content,” the members of T.O.J couldn’t help but be filled with enthusiasm.

Kim Chun-yong wasn’t the only one who put his heart into this repackaged album.

“Wow, so we’re finally taking photos of ourselves while we’re still working? It’s something I couldn’t have imagined when I first filmed with the JDS crew!”

“Oh, well, things were so complicated back then… I finally feel like things are going well. I’m busy, but I feel at ease. That’s right, yeah.”

For T.O.Z who participated in the production of the demo for the title song and poured their passion and effort into it, this album was as special as the debut album that allowed them to exist as T.O.Z.

I hope everyone likes it as much as I worked hard.

And, if I could receive even half as much love in return, I would be so happy.

Well, with those kinds of thoughts.

“Hmm? But when I hear that from Yoochan hyung, who wasn’t originally an AG, I get the feeling that there’s something wrong with our company…? Our company, is that so-so?”

“Huh? Oh, no, that’s not what I meant!”

“Huh? Hyung, how are you feeling? T-It really seems like that… ? Wait. Could it be that Mom said to think about it before signing the contract…?! Hey, hey! Siwoo!”

“Mars, no!”

In the process, Ji Hwa-seong half-realized the truth that ‘our company may not actually be a good company for me to be proud of.’

“Both of you! Calm down… Please. Your face will be hot before you get your makeup done. First! Hwa, Hwasung, I think you should go in first.”

“Ugh… Okay. First things first, makeup.”

“Me! Then I’ll go to the bathroom. Haha, Hwasung. Go inside first. Okay?”

And Bang Yoo-chan was embarrassed because his younger brother’s innocence was broken, and Yoo Ho-bin had a hard time covering it up, but anyway.

“Ugh, Hobin hyung. Wasn’t our Music Music Days next broadcast recording this coming weekend?”

“Ah, Jaeha-ssi. Yes, that’s right. Normally, the relay dance filming would have been done at that time… but then I thought it would be nice to have a mini fan meeting before the live broadcast, so I adjusted the schedule a bit. Today’s music show is close to Music Days Studio.”

“Uh, mini fan meeting… Hobin, is this what hyung… suggested…?”

“Yes. I think now is the perfect time to do it… Um. Jae-ha, Si-woo. Are you feeling a bit burdened?”

“Oh, no. … I like it, that’s why. I get to meet the fans in person too.”

“Yes. I’m not burdened, I just wanted to check your schedule. Haha… I’m sorry for surprising you.”

The key thing, no matter what, is that they are all sincere about this activity.

That’s why the members planned to give their all for this activity, and Yoo Ho-bin planned to support them with perfect schedule management.

Do your best, do what you can.

To others, that would probably be enough.

“No. Since it was a schedule we set without prior notice, I was worried that you might be embarrassed. I wonder what the other members will think….”

“Hmm, don’t worry too much. Everyone will like it. There aren’t many offline fan signing events scheduled for this repackage promotion, so it’s a good thing to meet fans like this.”

“I feel relieved when Jae-ha says that. Then, let’s leave right after Hwa-seong’s makeup is done… huh?”

however.

That is why there was bound to be a critical difference between the members, Yoo Ho-bin, and Kim Chun-yong.

The ‘things to do’ that Kim Chun-yong had previously been mulling over to himself.

“Me, Mr. Logan. And Mr. Chun-yong. What is that on your face…?”

“Oh, Hobin hyung. How does it look? Well, Chun-yong hyung said it would be good if we did this before filming the next one!”

“Oh, you have a bunch of puppy and star stickers on your face? Chun-yong… is that a dragon?”

“Haha, yes. Is this okay? The makeup artist chose each one and put them on for me.”

“It suits you well. Even if you keep it on when uploading to the official account, you should take it off when filming the relay dance.”

“Huh? Why did you take it off then?”

“…yes?”

We all have dreams, but we put them off because we think, ‘It’ll be hard to get there.’

“It will be more memorable if you put this on. Then, more people will watch the relay dance video.”

“Uh, uhm. Mr. Chun-yong. I know how you feel, but… .”

“It needs to be exposed more. Then, while watching the relay dance video, people will watch the stage video too!”

“Chun, Chun-yong?”

“If you like the stage footage, watch the music video too! After watching the music video, stream the song too!”

“Hey, Chun-yong hyung… .”

“Then I can get first place too! First place!”

Beyond just the desire to work hard, it’s the desperation to make sure you seize this opportunity.

No, if you look at it clearly and bluntly… .

Could it be that Kim Chun-yong is currently madly aiming for first place on a music show, with so much at stake?

Of course, they say that if you just focus on what you do, all the rewards will follow like dominoes.

It’s even stranger that it doesn’t go that far.

“Holy, my song is number one? Really number one…?”

“Yes, Logan. You have to go one step further than just working hard at anything. Do you remember when you were on ? That’s when you were able to debut because you really fought tooth and nail.”

“Oh my god, I’ll work hard. Really!”

“Okay. This is how you see the sensational Liverpool. You have to do ‘more’ than just working hard to get first place.”

As if to prove it, Kim Chun-yong grabbed Logan’s shoulders with both hands and shook him, his sharp eyes flashing with a strange light.

With his wine-colored hair neatly tied back in a half-up bun, and his face still frighteningly handsome, although it had been greatly reduced by camera correction, he looked like he was soaking in madness.

I couldn’t explain it as being bad overall, though… .

“Uh uh… .”

“Jaeha, Hyo-eung, Mae, the makeup lady… told us to come and get it done too…”

“Um, is it okay…?”

It is said that cold sweat runs down the backs of those who watch it.

It’s good to be ambitious.

More enthusiasm than enthusiasm? Much better.

But… like that?

You, didn’t you go too far?

“…ah.”

While those who had no idea what was going on with Kim Chun-yong were staring blankly, Kim Chun-yong suddenly came to his senses, cleared his throat, and scratched his cheek sheepishly.

“I think I got too excited. I’m sorry. I’m not usually like this… .”

“Um, no. That could be possible. Chun-yong, you really are always so hard-working.”

“Something, I think that if we’re together with our members, we can definitely achieve something this time, haha. Yes.”

“… … .”

Of course, it could be excessive.

Kim Chun-yong says he has a lot on his mind, but other people don’t know the inside story.

You were a malicious member? What do you mean?

You want to be good to your family? Then why didn’t you do it back then?

Those words, those thoughts.

However, even if you don’t know anything, someone’s motivated appearance can evoke many emotions in others.

Like that? No.

“… Siwoo and I will put on stickers too, Chun-yong.”

“Father, I’m embarrassed, but… yes…”

“Oh, have a nice day!”

I feel like if a member like me is working this hard, shouldn’t I be doing the same?

[ ToZ’s ‘WoW’ relay dance content first behind-the-scenes?]

– “… Before filming the MuMude relay dance today, thanks to the filming staff who were so kind to us! I’d like to briefly tell you about the behind-the-scenes story of the stickers we put on our faces.”

– “Ugh, I thought this was too uncomfortable at first, but once I started wearing it, I started to like it. Somehow, I feel like I want to keep wearing it even when I go back to my dorm.”

– “I am a cat… and my brother, Hwa, is a lion…”

– “Yes! And because of my name, I was going to just put Mars on it, but then people might not be able to tell it’s Mars, right? That’s why I put other planets on it too!”

– “Haha, Jaeha and I each got a dolphin and a flower. Mine is because of my singing image, and Jaeha… the Xenia fans called him a flower!”

– “Um, I’m a little embarrassed. But since it’s a nickname that the Xenia members gave me… I feel good showing it to them like this.”

That’s why the result was like this.

Let’s work hard.

Don’t stop at just working hard, go a little further.

So, let’s not just accept the love that fans send us, but show that it’s a two-way communication.

– “Chun-yong made a strong appeal and attached a dragon, but we looked into it again. But it seems like he likes foxes more than dragons?”

– “Phew! Oh, that’s right. I always say Yongyong hyung, but you say fox suits you better! That’s why I put another fox sticker on you. Here on your forehead!”

– “… If it’s what you, Xenia, push for, I’m ready to attach even inanimate objects. Seriously. I can even eat things that are inedible.”

– “Huh? Yongyong hyung, you never eat cucumbers….”

– “Inma, Ji Hwa Seong. Shh, shh! I don’t want to create the image of a picky eater!”

Telling fans what they want to see and know.

As always, if you want to get what you want, you have to take a little extra step.

– “And, we each put a star and an arrow sticker on it. It matches our group name!”

– “Yes. We always call it ‘Tioje’ for short, but our official name is Target of Xenon. When you say target, arrows come to mind… .”

– “This time, I definitely want to capture the hearts of my fans. Haha, are you a little embarrassed?”

– “No, no. But you’re serious, right? That’s fine!”

These days, as times change, industries grow, and generations change, there have been many opinions that the meaning of idols themselves has faded.

Idol is an idol, a star.

But, how can those created by their agency be idols and stars?

Many people would deny it, but secretly sympathize with it.

These feelings, these actions, and these things are irrational.

In the end, it’s all about making money.

but….

– “Of course. I’m always sincere. Thanks to you, Xenia, I was able to debut and release an album like this… .”

– “Oh, is that why? I always end up caring more. Should I say that I want to give you better entertainment as much as you give me the love?”

– “Brother Yoochan, that’s too technical… It doesn’t suit someone with a dolphin sticker on their face.”

– “Huh? Really? But it’s true!”

They work hard and try their best to repay the love I give them.

How can you not love it?

It was an irresistible feeling.

Just as the moon and the earth are attracted to and influence each other, those who have ever stepped foot into this culture are those who are unconsciously sucked in.

Kim Chun-yong now knew very well how much love and care had gone into all the things he had thrown away.

We need to expose, promote, and show off a little more.

But, what was ultimately needed was the kernel.

Apologize to those around you and those who were ultimately involved in all of this, and not repeat the same mistake.

– “… That’s all for introducing our stickers! Let me give you a little taste of the relay dance!”

– “Huh? Is that okay? T, this is a trailer!”

– “Just a little bit, just a little bit.”

Twinkle twinkle, doing what I have to do properly.

Going one step further from there.

– “…thank you!”

MusicMusicDays’ teaser for T.O.J’s ‘WoW’ relay dance ended with all of the T.O.J members performing a short point choreography together.

All that’s left is the relay dance main story and T.O.J.’s first proper original content that was released around the same time as the trailer.

The videos that only the fans had been anticipating little by little have become a hot topic again….

The following week.

“Yes! Today, we met the stage of Sladix, who are wrapping up their ‘Dream Corridor’ activities! Then, shall we meet this week’s first place candidate?”

Sladix was the last to grace the stage, and Tioje was about to begin his second week of action.