Debut or Die - Chapter 8

Moon-

dae’s dance was nothing short of admirable. It’s to the point where I feel like I won’t stand out if I go into group dance.

But in other words, they have enough pleasure to watch to be able to join the group dance.

‘Even if that’s the debut song right now… .’

It seemed that he would not be pushed by other people. What an incredible development!

The choreographer was a little excited about the unexpected situation, but soon calmed down.

‘You can’t suddenly develop a talent you didn’t have in two days.’

So, if I had used my brain, I would have tried to somehow match the beginning of the play just for the impact of the first introduction.

‘In a little while, we will return to the road rhythm… .’

“… … .”

but did not return Park Moon-dae took the level of the beginning and went into the chorus.

No, on the contrary, the gradual adjustment in the chorus became better.

It does not flinch at the tips of its limbs like most lower class participants. It doesn’t just crush around the joint, but it’s definitely angling.

-What shines on the stage today… it’s me!

In addition, the song is sung honestly without missing a single part or omitting a single part.

Although the technique is lacking, it was a clean and resonant sound with no outliers or flats.

Next to the choreographer, judge Mudi lightly tapped the pen.

It seemed like an act that came out of my unconscious, but it must mean that I like it as much as it is.

Even with his ears, which are not very well versed in vocals, Park Moon-dae was the best among the participants so far.

-Look closely at this moment… I’m the brightest!

no, that’s great

A clear tone hits your ears.

‘How much effort did an outsider make to sing the song reliably while following the dance?’

The choreographer inadvertently thought about it warmly.

He made a clear distinction between those who were ‘doing well and full of promising prospects’ and those who were not.

And now, from the inside of the choreographer, Park Moon-dae’s grade, which had fallen because he seemed to have no talent for dancing, has been readjusted.

‘Since their strength is singing, they say that they have to sing stably during the choreography, so they seem to be in a hurry to learn the choreography in the meantime.’

However, the discomfort did not go away.

‘… It’s hard to dance in two days without any reason.’

In the meantime, Park Mun-dae finished the song without losing tempo and power until the end of the second verse.

The judges’ seat was silent.

Apart from his doubts, he suddenly felt a positive emotion rushing through his head.

It was unique.

“Hoo-wook, thank you.”

Right after the song ended, Moondae Park was breathing red hot as if he had squeezed out all his stamina.

Instead of the shamelessness of the first evaluation, when he boldly chose songs and did not change his expression, his face was full of enthusiasm.

really… A face that makes you feel like you’ve worked hard.

Such a gap had the effect of making viewers cry for nothing.

As usual, by the choreographer’s side, Mudy was looking like he was about to pour out his compliments at any moment.

Maybe to a lesser degree, but the choreographer guessed that the other judges would too.

However, there was no one who could save this impact on broadcast as much as he did. Because you are the one who went to dance class for 15 days.

So, the choreographer deliberately pretended not to see the production team’s tacit notice to give Youngrin the first evaluation.

And I opened my mouth to the microphone first.

“It’s Moondae.”

“Whoa… yes.”

“good job.”

“… … .”

It was a more solid compliment because it was simple. Park Moon-dae smiled instead of answering.

It was a sure smile that seemed mischievous, not like the contestant who had been calm all day long.

* * *

After all, a good reversal wins.

There was no way this formula wouldn’t work in an idol audition program.

I felt at ease with relief even as I was out of breath as if my heart was about to jump out of my throat.

There were good reactions from the judges.

“It is so wonderful in the world.”

“Mr. Moondae, there’s nothing wrong with you today~”

“You did very well.”

It felt like I was one step further away from sudden death.

‘also. It was the correct answer to invest all the 3 points collected throughout the filming in dancing.’

So now dancing is C.

To be honest, I felt a greater sense of leveling up than when I was developing singing.

It was a feeling that I realized in an instant that my body did not follow me even if I knew it with my head.

The sensation of suddenly being able to use muscles that were previously unavailable was clear throughout the body.

Because it felt like a pleasure.

Probably, this would be similar to the intermediate class participants even if they could not go to the advanced level.

I even memorized the choreography without sleeping for the first week, so I became so proficient in the choreography that it jumped out when I tapped it.

If you limit it to this song, it means that it might be better than most intermediate dance classes.

‘I exploded it all at once without any intermediate steps.’

If it is not edited, the first round of elimination will pass with this.

It seems that we are moving towards survival step by step.

And expected questions arose.

“By the way, Moondae, what the hell did you do for two days?”

In response to the choreographer’s question, judge Mudy mouthed ‘Why?’ It seemed to me that he asked back.

As if the choreographer is answering it, he adds an explanation.

“Dancing suddenly? After two days of not seeing each other, suddenly.”

“that is… .”

I caught my breath and deliberately brushed my hair a little messy. It would have seemed embarrassing.

“I asked a good friend.”

“A good friend?”

“I’m Seon Ah-hyun.”

It is, so to speak, a smoke screen.

I can’t say I’ve leveled up from the status window, so I’m trying to get over it emotionally instead.

Coincidentally, my roommate was Seon Ah-hyun, an advanced dance class.

It’s not a case that I improved dramatically after receiving practical advice from my peers, so I tried it once in the picture.

-Are you okay with the time?

-I told myself… ?

-uh. I’m sorry, but if this happens… … .

-Yes! Okay

-… um yeah

Besides, Seon Ah-hyun taught me so diligently that I was just lucky. I was sorry if I couldn’t grow.

I was a little taken aback by the enthusiastic explanation of each movement for almost two hours.

I was just trying to match the assortment… … .

In any case, if the image helped ordinary participants who couldn’t figure it out, it would absolutely not be a loss to Sun Ah-hyun. not bad what

Shall we intensify the situation a little more? Let’s add some more useless words.

“… Ahyeon is very kind.”

“Hey, so you’re saying I’m not kind?”

The choreographer stabbed right in.

However, the smile on his face was full of playfulness.

It feels like it went well. There was a warm atmosphere among the judges.

“Do you remember what I said in the first evaluation?”

Youngrin of ‘Saint U’ asked softly. It seemed like a sentence that opened the speech rather than a real question.

“I said that the future missions would be difficult because I had no dance proficiency at all.”

Youngrin smiled faintly.

“I think I said it wrong. I think Mr. Park Moon-dae will overcome it well even if it is a burden.”

“thank you.”

“You did very well today. I hope next time I can move a little more.”

“I will try to make it happen.”

There’s no way I could suddenly relax with just that word, but the audition program was something I had to answer. kinda funny

In any case, it was successful. I expected it moderately while receiving favorable reviews from the judges who followed.

The grade will be gold.

* * *

Like other idol audition pros, the theme song in 〈Idol Inc.〉 was the first content exposed to the public.

And, of course, the amount of theme songs goes around people who are good at it. It was this grade that separated the standard of this ‘good person’.

As you might have guessed from the badges for class division, the grades were divided into high, middle, and low grades in the order of gold-silver-bronze.

“However, participants who do not even meet the conditions for bronze… It’s release!”

I’ve heard that sound every season, but it’s never materialized, so you don’t have to worry about it.

And above these three categories, there was one more grade.

“Who will be the participant who will receive the Platinum rating representing this re-listing season of < Idol Inc. >, which has returned with a new look!”

It was the platinum level.

On the Internet, this rating was memeized with all sorts of metaphors, from multi-level to a game asking about parents.

To be honest, I’m a little relieved that the production team’s naming sense didn’t go as far as DIA.

It’s my heart. Anyway, all the other participants were waiting for the MC’s announcement.

A colorful metal box was placed in front of each participant, and inside it was a badge symbolizing their rank.

I had no idea because I had already guessed the grade.

Silver started from 26th place, but if you roughly look at the status window, it is now in the 25th place. And the numbers weren’t enough to get into the top 10 at the platinum level.

So what is gold?

“Participants, please open the rating box!”

I opened the box, keeping my expression on my face so as not to show off.

and hardened

Inside the box, a platinum-colored badge with a holographic reflection treatment was shining.

It was a platinum rank badge.

“… … .”

As I stood firm, Seon Ah-hyun, who was holding up her gold badge next to me, looked up. And he was startled.

“Ooh ooh ooh ooh!”

“what? … Hey great!! Wow, that’s great!!”

Likewise, (former) 20th place Lee Se-jin, who was holding a gold badge, looked inside my box and screamed.

And slapped me on the back and shouted.

“You are really great! platinum!!”

I don’t know since when they said we were close.

Didn’t you just say hello as you came and went? That, too, was reluctant because the other side did it first.

After taking a deep breath, I picked up the badge from the box.

Other contestants seem to think that I am thrilled, but in fact, it was complicated in their heads.

‘Why Platinum?’

I knew that for two or three per season, the platinum level was given based on the growth rather than the absolute level of skill.

But I didn’t think I was that far.

And I realized

‘… That rating order!’

Because of that, there are fewer people who will rise from the middle and lower ranks. So it seemed that I was relatively splashed out.

It seems that the fact that the dance was better than the status windows in the same class was also a part because it was in a state of being well-acquainted with preparations for recurrence and overnight practice.

“… … hmm.”

I rolled the badge out of my hand. I’m sure I took a picture of my eyes, but somehow the aftertaste was unpleasant.

‘If I do this wrong, I think it will cause serious trouble.’

I didn’t know what edits would be made if I made a single mistake in the next evaluation. In the first season, one contestant was severely beaten by a similar route.

No, thinking about it, there was nothing to go on until the next evaluation. Receiving the platinum level right now, if the editing point is slightly off, I will be criticized as much as I can.

Choi Won-gil, who is staring at me right now, would be a very good prey if he did an interview like ‘Honestly, I didn’t completely understand’.

However, it is crazy to show dislike here.

‘It can’t be helped.’

I slowly lifted the badge and put it on my body. When I turned my head, I saw other contestants wearing platinum badges.

As expected, the first evaluation 1 and second place are both platinum. Besides that, most of the people who sat on the sofa received platinum again.

It seemed that the top 10 contestants came out of the gap of the contestants who had fallen for some gold.

I was the only one in the top 20.

shit.

‘Concentrated saturation will pour.’

… no, let’s think good Because it’s actually a good thing.

‘It must be a lot.’

Anyway, it was a fight for quantity until the stage direct cam came out.

I was steadily approaching my goal of ‘debuting within one year’ as I would avoid dropping out unconditionally in the beginning.

‘It’s just a matter of getting crazy unlikable here.’

I made a firm resolution. Let’s reduce the number of things that get caught.

Level up like crazy and hit all the beats to the dance song.

“Please come on stage, starting with the participants who received the Platinum rank!”

… … And for now, on the stage of the theme song, avoid being around participants with an A in dance stat.

Because there is no answer when compared.