Chapter 44 - Over The Perfect (1)

Despite Lee Kyung-bok's confident answer and Choi Byung-hun's relaxed attitude, Park Joo-ho still had a tense expression.

'These two are both optimists. It’s my job to consider the worst-case scenario.'

He wasn’t doubting his friends' skills and genius. What worried him were other factors.

"You might be fine, but what if Mr. Jino makes a mistake?"

Jino was also an excellent player, but he wasn’t a 'genius.' Park Joo-ho was concerned that Jino’s mistake could tarnish Lee Kyung-bok’s image as a genius.

'You need to be perfect. If I say that, it might put too much pressure on you...'

As he maintained his serious expression, Lee Kyung-bok flicked his fingers lightly.

"Ah, then how about this? We can practice in advance."

"Practice?"

"What do you mean by that? Are you going to hire a sniper?"

The two friends were puzzled, and Lee Kyung-bok smiled even more.

"I’ve been wanting to try something, and now seems like the perfect time."

After hearing his explanation, the friends nodded.

"Indeed, if it’s like that..."

"This guy, he’s always ready to take on more work when it’s time to relax."

For Park Joo-ho, and despite his words, Choi Byung-hun, it was a satisfying plan.

* * *

Purple’s fans were, as usual, chatting on the Tonight board.

Then a new broadcast notice appeared.

[<Event> Over The Perfect (Over The Perfect) - Gunner Ground!]

The new and unseen header was enough to capture the fans' attention.

[Hello, I’m the channel manager and editor!

Thanks to the partnership program, many viewers have subscribed to our channel.

To show our gratitude, we are introducing a subscriber participation content!

<Over The Perfect (OTP) – Gunner Ground!>

1. Introduction

An unprecedented 1:99 battle!

Try to avoid Purple’s grasp until the very end!

We will award prizes to those who survive the longest!

And if, by some rare chance, you manage to ‘kill’ Purple?

A large prize will go to the glorious winner!

2. Prizes

<Bounty Hunter Prize>

Purple Kill! – 1,000,000 won

*Also possible in a stream!

<Survival Prize>

2nd Place – 100,000 won

3rd Place – 90,000 won

...

10th Place – 20,000 won

<First Victim Prize>

Purple’s First Victim – 10,000 won

3. Participation Conditions

Only subscribers can participate!

Pre-registration – 50 selected by lottery

Live registration – 49 selected by lottery

Thank you for always supporting our broadcasts!

Don’t miss the chance to play a game with Purple and experience a 'perfect death'! (Carrot)]

The content was an announcement for a viewer participation broadcast. Naturally, the reactions were enthusiastic.

[-Is this a chance to see Purple’s skills in person?]

[Yeah, I’ll definitely apply!]

[Oh, can’t it be another day? I have a shift today!]

[No, it can’t be changed, go back.]

[It’s because they are realistic.]

[If I were a true fan, I could have participated.]

Being able to play a game with Purple was a rare opportunity for them. This could also be seen as a kind of fan meeting.

[-Haha, is he going to catch God?]

[It’s practically impossible.]

[What a dream!]

[Yeah, it’s funny that the amount is high because he knows it’s impossible.]

[Is this a complete king’s asset?]

[The fans are getting hit.]

[Even if he puts up 10 million won, I don’t think anyone can catch him.]

[He boldly wrote that it’s possible to stream.]

Some were flabbergasted by the impossible conditions. How could they catch Purple, whom even Jino couldn’t catch?

[-But if 99 people work together, something might happen?]

[Yeah, it’s like legal teaming!]

[No, it won’t work. There will definitely be a traitor in the middle.]

[You... still believe in people?]

[This is real. A team kill immunity will be given.]

[Those selected through pre-registration might have a chance.]

Some expressed hope, but the majority were skeptical.

[-Haha, I’m glad I subscribed.]

[The emojis were a bit disappointing, but now it’s worth it.]

[It’s a good thing I subscribed in advance.]

[The live registration competition will be fierce.]

[Is there anyone who didn’t subscribe in advance?]

[God, I’m loyal to Purple!]

[-I decided to subscribe after seeing this.]

[It’s true, I can endure a stream, but not a live participation.]

[The hostage is so strong!]

[If I’m lucky, I might make some money.]

[The first to die has the highest potential.]

[-Our little Purple even takes care of subscribers.]

[It’s true, he’s growing so fast!]

[The separate game tag suggests it might be a regular content.]

[Yeah, I should subscribe right away.]

[In the meantime, notice the editor’s subtle carrot.]

[???: Stop liking and report it...!]

The subscribers expressed their satisfaction with Purple, and non-subscribers decided to subscribe for this opportunity.

The entry barrier, which was difficult to overcome with just emojis, was lowered thanks to the exclusive content.

As everyone’s expectations grew, the broadcast time approached.

* * *

Lee Kyung-bok turned on the broadcast.

It was the second day of the Gunner Ground broadcast and the day of the viewer participation content.

"Hello everyone! Nice to see you!"

As it was a new attempt, he greeted with a slightly nervous expression.

-Hello!

-God!

-Draw the lottery right away!?

-Participation! Participation! Participation! Participation!

-I was born for this day!

-Prepare the content [P][E][R][F][E][C][T]!

The chat window exploded with messages as the number of viewers skyrocketed.

['ParticipationPreparation' has subscribed for 1 month!]

[Pick me!]

['ThisPlaceIsGood' has subscribed for 1 month!]

[How can I handle this?]

['RealFriendIndeed' has subscribed for 1 month!]

[If I subscribe, can I play with you? Right?]

The subscription messages started pouring in. Lee Kyung-bok’s tension eased at the sight.

"Thank you for subscribing! I appreciate your support. To speed things up, I won’t greet everyone individually. The lottery will start right away."

-It’s good and good ㅋㅋ

-The latecomers are out!

-Everyone is eager ㅋ

-Why are you eating that? Subscribe to Purple’s channel for a month and see how it goes.

As Lee Kyung-bok spoke, the list of subscribers appeared on the screen.

"The lottery will be conducted by our manager. Once the lottery is complete, the selected participants will receive a code for the practice game. Please enter the code to join the game!"

As Lee Kyung-bok explained, the subscribers’ IDs were selected one by one.

-Damn...!

-Pick me!

-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-I!

-Manager, over here!

-Lord...! (Prayer)

-Lord Purple...! [P][E][R][F][E][C][T][A][M][E][N]

-Ah, you lack faith.

The chat window was filled with messages hoping to be selected. As each person was selected, the number of subscribers continued to grow.

"Thank you for subscribing! The competition will only get fiercer as time goes on."

-Oh, they were aiming for this.

-The intention behind the live lottery is clear.

-Purple, awakened to the capitalist wave!

-It’s too scary!

-Even the fundraising is [P][E][R][F][E][C][T]!

-If you want a higher chance of being selected, subscribe quickly!

Lee Kyung-bok smiled at the playful chat messages.

"Isn’t life all about timing?"

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