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

Chapter 259

The night's practice concluded efficiently, just as we had planned. After returning to the dorm, I reflected on my conversation with Keun Sejin while taking a shower.

In the end, his words boiled down to a simple notion.

'Seon Ahyun's pride being hurt...'

The embarrassment of being belittled by peers of the same age was something he wouldn't want to showcase.

"Hmm."

I couldn't disagree. I hadn't considered this perspective before. Maybe it was because Seon Ahyun has always been following around behind me since our first encounter on <Idol Corporation> that I never really saw him as a peer of the same age.

'Honestly, the only thing that makes us same-aged peers is our appearance.'

In good conscience, saying I was in the same age group as him didn't quite sit right with me... I may not recall being a corporate employee, but I was certain about my memories up to the age of 29.

Even if we were to be considered peers, it has always been a bit indistinct.

'I don't even know if Seon Ahyun is the kind of guy who minds these things.'

For others, it might be a different case, but Seon Ahyun, being as kind and honest as he is, would probably just take it in stride with gratitude.

But I did agree on one point.

'I can't always be there to solve his problems.'

Although it was for the sake of efficient activities, I did often guide him through his problems.

Maybe it was time for Seon Ahyun to handle things on his own now.

'He's definitely got the grit for it.'

Aside from that brief moment at the award ceremony, he didn't seem particularly distressed, so I decided to let things be for now. I would only keep an eye out, just to make sure he wasn't struggling.

Clack.

After finishing my shower, I headed to the fridge, opting for ice water over milk due to my ongoing diet.

Seon Ahyun wasn't in his room.

'Maybe he's in the living room.'

But before I could turn around the corner of the hallway, I heard voices.

"Y-you know... I-if someone is praising you in a way that feels like they're saying it because they don't like you... what would you think?"

"They're praising me even though they don't like me?"

"Y-yeah. Something like that."

It was a conversation between Cha Eugene and Seon Ahyun.

Cha Eugene's unhesitant response followed.

"Why are they praising if they don't like me?"

"I-I don't know... Maybe it's because they can't express their anger?"

"Ok, ok."

The guy brightly responded.

"Then, I'd say 'I know~'! I also know I'm skilled!"

"I-is that so...?"

"Yes. I like compliments!"

Regardless of the other person's underlying intentions, deciding to accept any praise as genuine was an amazing strategy for psychological victory.

However, I doubted Seon Ahyun could apply this method without reservation.

'Why would he seek advice from Cha Eugene of all people...'