Chapter 54
The broadcast time of an idol survival program cannot be filled only with the competition stage and preparation process.
No matter how much you increase the content, there is a clear limit.
So, they always have to add extra parts using trainees here and there.
The subject matter that
"There's a banner hanging! "
"Congratulations on the first
"Hey, it looks like something out of a sports competition!"
"This will be fun!"
The trainees were very excited when they saw the large banner hanging in the auditorium.
There's no way that guys at that age, who are brimming with energy, would dislike this kind of event.
But, of course, there are exceptions.
"Are, are we using our body again?"
Heo Yu-bin, standing next to me, groaned with a pale face.
Last time, at name tag removal, he said that he wasn't confident in using his body.
This time, they even went as far as to call it a 'sports day', so it's understandable that this kind of reaction will come out.
"It's okay. There are probably plenty of games that can be buried, just like name tag removal."
"Hyung-nim, you have to protect me!"
"I will do my best."
After confirming that all the trainees had gathered in the auditorium, Choi Sia grabbed the microphone and climbed up onto the auditorium podium.
"Did you guys have a good rest during your vacation?"
"Yes~!"
"The day the second round ended, I told you to come back after replenishing your stamina. Do you all realize why?"
There was a huge cheer and applause.
Choi Sia raised the corners of her lips and gestured toward the back of the auditorium.
"Today is the
It's a shame if there are no prizes on sports day.
The trainees' eyes sparkled even brighter at the mention of the product.
"There are many snacks that are essential in the hot summer. All winning teams in the indoor team event will be provided with a set of ice cream and patbingsu."
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Everyone was a little disappointed by the product, which seemed weaker than expected.
But when the production crew came in with an example of a pre-made patbingsu from far away, the atmosphere changed 180 degrees.
"Excuse me, is that patbingsu?"
"Is that a mango on top? Mango?"
"Isn't that just ice cream, not patbingsu?"
Layers of ice cream and sweet mango presented a devastating visual.
The trainees, realizing that it wasn't just a simple patbingsu, cheered again and recharged their spirits.
"Above all, the team that wins the outdoor competition, which will be the hottest competition, will have the chance to eat Korean beef for dinner, so I hope everyone will do their best until the end!"
I shook my head.
You're taking Korean beef hostage with kids who are old enough to go crazy over food.
There is no worse taste than this.
'I have other rewards, though.'
Honestly, I wasn't really interested in food.
But the mission displayed in the quest window now awakens my fighting spirit.
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One progress bar has been filled by winning the name tag removal contest.
If I can just win twice on today's sports day, I can earn a decent amount of skill points.
The competitive spirit began to spread.
A hot heat rose from deep inside my body.
'Wait for a sec.'
I instinctively sensed the danger signs.
I've felt this way before―.
[Status Abnormality: Otherworldly Being (Possessed Person) - Activation]
[※An emergency mission is created. An emergency mission is created.※]
[Emergent Mission: They seem trivial. The Crown Prince cannot afford to lose. Burn with determination. Win every game you participate in today. (No time limit)]
As expected, it comes at an incredible time.
I bit my lip when I saw the notification that Karis von Walden's ego had awakened.
'I guess it's a good thing. He didn't wake up during the competition, and he's awake now.'
It's fortunate that I can fully utilize the Crown Prince's physical abilities.
We're filming now.
The number of cameras inside this auditorium alone exceeds 20.
If the Crown Prince's arrogant ego continues to manifest itself in a situation where every move is being recorded······.
"Karis Hyung-nim! I suddenly feel motivated! I really want to eat mango patbingsu!"
"I'll definitely let you bingsu. I'll just end this trivial game in no time."
"You, you're really cool!"
I spoke in an arrogant tone while screaming in my head at the same time.
'Damn, I can think rationally, but I can't control myself at all. Just now, I spoke in a much stronger tone than usual.'
I know better than anyone that I shouldn't be doing this, but my body won't listen to me.
The Crown Prince's ego, sensing a heated battle, tries to control my mind.
"Then, let's start the first match! The first event to be held as an individual event is arm wrestling! The prize for the arm wrestling, which is a light warm-up before the team competition, is... a top-of-the-line mini cooling fan!"
I have no interest in the product.
As I have developed an abnormal status, all I can hope for now is the sweet reward of 'victory'.
My whole body feels filled with strength.
All my nerves become sharp as if I were going out on a campaign against the demon army.
A hot, burning sensation runs through my blood vessels.
'Please, I have to moderate it. If I overdo it here, all the efforts I've made so far will go down the drain.'
The Crown Prince's arrogance and confidence are completely beyond control.
The best I can do is create situations that fit those lines.
The only way out is to use the personality and concept shown by Karis von Walden in
Even while the trainees before me were struggling hard, I was only thinking about overcoming the current situation.
But when my name was called and I stood face-to-face with the opponent,
I came to realize that all these ideas were useless.
"Oh, Karis! You were no joke when you ripped the name tags. Did you work out a lot?"
"Skip the silly chatter and just hold hands, and you'll understand."
"Oh~."
The trainees showed an excited reaction to my provocative comments that came out without any filter.
Yeah, it's still okay up to this point.
It's okay because I have the image I've built up so far.
"Ready, set!"
Bang!
As soon as the referee's whistle blew, my right hand immediately crushed the opposing trainee's arm onto the cushion.
It happened so quickly that the other person and the other trainees watching just stared with their mouths open.
And as if to further fuel the situation, I snickered and said something full of arrogance.
"As expected, it was bland. It didn't even help me relieve my boredom."
As conformity grew stronger, I repeatedly destroyed my opponents and made similar comments.
And said it in a very boring tone.
"You don't have any strength at all. Cheer up."
"Are you sure you didn't fall asleep standing up?"
"Please give it your all. I'll wait a little longer."
One thing that was fortunate was the reaction of the trainees around me.
"Karis is crazy!"
"No, why is he so good at everything?"
"The prince is cool!"
"Do you think Karis will win right away? He's so overwhelming!"
"Even the closing comments were perfect!"
My arrogant words were somewhat buried as praise continued, such as "Awesome" and "Overwhelming performance".
And above all, Kang Si-yoon's reaction was effective.
"It's Karis after all! Even if he used an unlucky way of speaking, it can't be helped but look cool!"
"Kang Si-yoon, why are you addicted to Karis' speech?"
"I noticed it's secretly fun if I follow this. You guys should try it too."
He followed my tone and responded appropriately.
And the team members sitting near Kang Si-yoon started making a fuss together, diverting attention in that direction.
'Thank you. Thanks to you, I survived a little.'
I could only think of this gratitude in my head.
Karis von Walden's facial muscles simply twitch at the corners of his mouth in a smirk.
As I continued to play in tournaments, the support from my teammates and other trainees grew louder.
Bang!
"I was so bored, I almost yawned."
"Karis! Karis!"
"Karis, you look so cool every time I see you!"
"Hey, take it easy! If you don't, the kids' arms will fall off!"
"... I got all three of my name tags ripped off by that kid? I was really scared."
Even the Crown Prince's arrogant ego was satisfied with the outcome of the game, and he continued to laugh in a ridiculous manner.
'As expected, this is a character befitting someone who was deployed on the front lines of the battle against the Demon King's army.'
A special position of crown prince representing the empire.
Madness that comes from going to war early.
Now I understand why the ego of Karis von Walden, who is now invading my mind, has become like this.
'It sucks that it's out of control.'
The greatly enhanced physical abilities were a definite advantage.
Because I made it to the finals in no time, just lying down and eating rice cakes.
"Haha, I had a feeling this would happen. Please be gentle."
"Do you think such a request would be accepted?"
The final opponent was Chae Eun-gyu.
My rational mind was constantly reminding me that I had to be very careful.
The opponent is ranked 3rd in the first round. He is also a big name who had debut experience even before appearing on the survival show.
If I create controversy against Chae Eun-gyu, it will be truly bad news.
But because of this damned status abnormality, my actions were uncontrollable.
After a light provocation with a line,.
"Ready, set!"
"Ugh!"
I immediately accepted Chae Eun-gyu's fierce attack with a very calm expression.
Chae Eun-gyu showed off his arm muscles, showing off how much he had worked out and putting in all his effort.
No damage was done to Karis von Walden, who swung the Holy Sword Durandal tens of thousands of times on the battlefield against the Demon World.
"Hmm, not yet?"
"Ugh!"
"The power is quite useful. Unfortunately, you don't know how to transmit the power very well."
I looked down at Chae Eun-gyu, who was struggling, and spoke in a languid tone.
"Now, look. It's not just about using your upper body, but also using your lower body like this."
"?!"
"It is effective only when you twist your back and use your whole body."
All the muscles in my body moved at once.
The strength of my entire body was naturally transmitted to my arms like flowing water.
Cha Eun-gyu, who had somehow managed to hold on, even to the point of raising his blood pressure, ended up suffering a miserable defeat.
"The match is over! The winner is trainee Karis!"
"Karis will win anyway!"
"Karis hyung-nim, you're awesome!"
"I believed it!"
I could hear my teammates cheering from afar.
All I have to do is just go back to my seat.
This damn crown prince seems to only calm down after a final confirmation kill.
"Well, it wasn't too bad. I hope you train harder next time."
"Uh······. Haha, okay. I'll exercise some more and try again."
Fortunately, Chae Eun-gyu responded with a smile.
If we become the same team later, I have to do something for you.
As I returned to where the trainees were gathered, congratulations poured in from all directions.
But my consciousness was still in a state of not being released.
I have to win every game to get rid of this damned status effect.
The only match completed so far is arm wrestling.
If my memory serves me right, there are still two more games left.
"Next game! Let's start by selecting the teams for the group tug-of-war!"
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