Become an Idol or Become Deceased! [fan translation] P.2

Chapter 245

It has been a long time since I sat down to talk with Ryu Chungwoo

'Is this the first time since I woke up?'

No. Before I woke up, I was keeping a reasonable distance thanks to that damned truth confirmation. I guess I could say it's been a bit longer.

'...It seems like I'm going to have to do that truth check again.'

I briefly thought about the pop-up and then erased it from my mind. There was still time.

Anyway... after waking up, this guy didn't seem to be in great shape, so I deliberately left him alone. Based on experience, it was best not to agitate him at times like these.

So, I didn't expect Ryu Chungwoo to arrange something like this as soon as the concert was over.

"Can I get you something non-alcoholic?"

"...Hm, yes."

I accepted the non-alcoholic canned beer he offered.

Crack. Gulp.

The sound of opening the can and the tingling sensation of the drink running down my throat were refreshing.

"...You're drinking well."

"Yes, somewhat."

I didn't have a crazy desire to drink but I couldn't say I didn't crave alcohol every now and then.

I wasn't sure if Ryu Chungwoo was trying to be accommodating or it was just a matter of courtesy, but he also grabbed a non-alcoholic beer. With the atmosphere becoming quite relaxed, it was not difficult to transition to the main topic.

"Have you thought about the lawsuit?"

Right, it was time for this topic to come back now that the suddenly arranged concert was over. I honestly replied.

"I've thought about it... but honestly, I don't think I could afford to do it for more than half a year, because the momentum would be lost."

"That's also a reasonable point."

Ryu Chungwoo drank his beer in silence.

"The value of one year right now... and the value of one year ten years from now may be different."

That's right.

It was a concern for those in an industry where the prime of their career can be cut short when they were still young.

- Is it worth sacrificing a year in your absolute prime for this?

Ryu Chungwoo was originally an athlete, so he might be more familiar with this kind of value judgment.

The guy smiled bitterly.

"It looks like Sejinie hasn't given up yet. He's been doing a lot of research, even meeting with a lawyer."

"...A lawyer."

"Yeah. It seems like they're consulting through text messages."

When on earth did he find the time to do that while he was practicing to death?

I was amazed, but at the same time, there was a bad taste in my mouth.

He must have wanted to prepare for a lawsuit instead of a concert, so it must have been frustrating having to suddenly do a charity concert because I was at wit's end trying to save my own life.

It seems like he put up with it a lot for the sake of the guy's wish who died and woke up.

"..."

Ryu Chungwoo and I just sipped our beers in silence. And I was the first to speak up.