Translator: PennyChapter 63 December 25th. Christmas Day. My Idol Observation Camera - Reve Edition Christmas Special. Since Reve was a rookie and only scheduled for one performance in the first segment of S Company's Music Daejeon, their devoted fans abandoned the music show altogether. Instead, they opened online forums to live-stream the reality show's premiere. - Youngest member, let's try that first line of the hook one more time. - The recording session is off to a smooth start! - I heard Eden is super strict during recordings. But his voice sounds so gentle here? └ No, Jaehee was terrified! He's probably holding back because of the cameras. - Did you see the youngest member's expression? LOL I thought he'd seen a ghost! - What's with Dobin giving a thumbs-up? What does that even mean? └ Probably something like, "Eden Hyung's being less strict today! Yay!" Didn't you make a bet with Yuje? Leader's strict even in front of the camera vs. Yuje wins. Hajun completes his part smoothly! - Eden, please stop favoring Gyeon Hajun! - He just nodded expressionlessly at Yuje, but he's beaming at Hajun! - I heard Eden likes Hajun's vocal tone. - Eden, Yuje's gonna cry... I thought he'd favor the main vocalist, but it's tone > skill? ㅋㅋㅋ큐ㅋㅋㅋ Wait, let's go back. Up to "parting the freshly fallen snow"—that was fine. But the pitch wavers after that. Yehyeon takes a deep breath after the criticism and starts recording again. - Yoon Leader... Contrary to her fearsome reputation, she's surprisingly... kind...? └ Right? I heard she was super strict and scary. - They probably just exaggerated to create drama. Match the rhythm. Again. - Haa, again. - Again. Eden's expression grew increasingly rigid. The atmosphere in the studio grew heavier and heavier... - OMG, sorry for ‍‍‌‌⁠​​⁠‌​​‍​​‍​‌​⁠‍‌‍⁠⁠‌⁠‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍⁠​‌​‌​‌‍‌‌‌⁠‍​​‌‍⁠‌‌⁠⁠exaggerating, guys. - Wow, the tension is so thick you could cut it with a knife. - Now I understand why Yehyeon kept glancing at Eden whenever he made a mistake. Eden is terrifying. - I get why he said he was scared during recording. If this is how much he's holding back with the camera present, imagine how intense he is without it. - Isn't Eden being too hard on Yehyeon? It definitely seems like he's letting his emotions get in the way. └And why are you suddenly attacking Eden? Yuje and Hajun got it right after a few tries, so they moved on. But Seo Yehyeon kept messing up, so they had to keep repeating it until he got it right. └Don't you know how sensitive and passionate Eden is about music? Why are you painting him as some bully who harasses innocent people? If Yehyeon had done well from the start, Eden wouldn't have had to go through this. I don't care about any of that. I just feel bad for the other members who got caught in the crossfire... Look at Yuje's nervous glances... He said "again" exactly ten times. I'm starting to get a complex about that word. "Yehyeon Hyung, come out here for a minute." Recording halted! Yehyeon exits the recording booth with a troubled expression after being summoned by the Leader. Fucking hell, I'm so nervous right now. Wow, I'm shaking all over. I wouldn't even be this nervous getting called to the Homeroom Teacher's office. Yehyeon looks completely deflated. ㅠㅠ Calling him out in front of all the members like that was a bit harsh, don't you think?;;; Eden calmly points out Yehyeon's mistakes. Yehyeon seems to be gradually getting the hang of it. Where's that guy who said it was harsh to call him out? ㅋㅋㅋ Wait, Yoon Eden is actually being really kind. Again. He's finally getting the hang of it! His skills are improving rapidly!Again. Focus on the rhythm until the end. You're dragging at the very end.But still not a passing grade. ☹️ - He's seriously strict, though. ㅋㅋ - I thought he'd give a warm pass here. - Still, Yehyeon managed to finish it today. I thought he'd be stuck on it all day. R&B all of a sudden?Dobin got scolded for messing around, as expected. ㅠㅠ - Aww, Dobin... - He's clueless but such a good Hyung. What's not to love? ㅋㅋㅋ - Every time Eden shows his genuine passion for music, it's so hot. The final track is self-produced by the Leader.Again. - Is Yuje trying to imitate Eden right now? ㅋㅋ - Ah, it's like a kitten trying to act like a tiger. - You messing around? You messing around? You messing around? You messing around? └ That voice is insane! The hint of amusement is driving me crazy, seriously! - Eden is surprisingly good at accommodating his younger members, lol. [After completing all recording sessions] [Eden's Interview] [Q. Were there any difficulties or challenges during the recording process?] [A. It's a bit frustrating when the final product doesn't quite match the exact feeling I had in mind. Sometimes the members struggle to keep up with my ideals—my expectations, you know?] [Q. If you could say something to the members through this interview, what would it be?] [A. First, Hajun and Jaehee, thank you for always exceeding my expectations. Dobin, if you want to joke around, make sure you can nail it in one take. This Hyung is tired. Lastly, Yehyeon Hyung, I know my high standards must have been tough, but thank you for keeping up so well. And to everyone, please continue to do your best in the future.] - Watching today's broadcast, it's clear Eden is a perfectionist. He never compromises and always tries to meet his own high expectations. └This could lead to burnout later on. I'm a bit worried. └Still, Eden has a strong mentality. I don't think he'll burn out easily. We just have to trust him. - It's definitely tough to produce good teamwork results when the leader's standards are so high. - Seeing him thank each member individually shows he's a true leader. ㅠㅠㅠ Yehyeon's Interview Q. Was the recording process difficult? A. It was tough. But I think it's more important to create a result we can be proud of, rather than settling for something subpar. So I don't mind the hardship. I also know Eden has been working hard because of me, and I always feel sorry about that. Q: Is there anything you'd like to say to Eden through this interview?A: Everything's great, but when you're looking through the glass, try to relax your eyes a little. And I'm sorry for always making recording sessions so tough on you.- My oppa is such a grown-up!- It's okay, Eden says he's grateful you keep up so well.- I wonder what Eden's eyes look like through the glass.- They're probably scary... even if he relaxed them, they'd still be scary...Hajun's InterviewQ: What's your secret to completing projects in record time?A: Hmm, maybe it's because my voice matches Eden's preferences...? Just kidding. Since I've been doing guide vocals for Eden's original songs for a while now, I can pretty much grasp and capture the vibe he's going for. I think that's the biggest factor.Q. Who usually finishes recording first?A. It varies. Sometimes it's Jaehee, other times I finish faster. Jaehee is truly amazing. I have the advantage of experience and time together, which helps me capture the right feeling. But Jaehee just reads the lines perfectly right away. - Hajun knows Eden likes his voice tone, lol. - The Peer Group's narrative and relationship are seriously the best ㅠㅠ - Yuje must be a genius. - Dobin and Yehyeon's names never come up, lol. Dobin's InterviewQ. Why did you use an R&B singing style, provoking Eden's anger?A. I don't know... Why did I do that? Maybe I was possessed by the studio ghost... That's the only explanation.Q. Eden said to only joke around if you're confident you can get his approval in one take. Are you confident?A. Ugh, absolutely not. From now on, I'll never joke around and take things seriously. - Ghost: This is unfair! - Dobin, why are you being so mean to the ghost? ㅋㅋ Yuje InterviewQ. Why did you look so terrified in the recording studio?A. Ah, can I even talk about this? Will you blur my face? Sigh... It's just that I'd never heard Eden Hyung speak so gently in the studio before. As you know, he's usually quite strict when working. Even Hajun Hyung probably hasn't heard him speak so softly in the studio before, I bet.Q: When you were working on Eden's part, you said you were a fan of his. But honestly, which member do you think is the coolest in Reve?A: Eden Hyung. I was being serious. Honestly, his rapping is just so cool. And his fashion sense is amazing too. - Eden, the youngest member is spilling all your secrets! ㅋㅋㅋ - The main vocalist is eyeing the main rapper's spot! - Yuje really likes Eden, huh? ㅎㅎ Reve returns to their dorm.A new mission awaits them! - Wow, what's up with this dorm? I knew it was bad when they filmed the morning wake-up scenes, but the living room is even worse. - Remember that live broadcast where they gave a house tour? The mold on the walls... ㅋㅋ I'll never forget that... - I still remember how shocked I was seeing three kids sleeping on one mattress. How can you even call a place with no proper beds a dorm? OMG? - What's Kim Nodap doing? Why hasn't he moved the kids yet? Does he think just moving his own office is enough? └ Exactly! I'm seriously pissed. The company only has Reve as an artist, and they're treating him like this? OMG! - The dorm's in the basement? Are they out of their minds? └ Calling it "O3" is too generous. Let's just call it "Trash" again. - Choose a Christmas gift. Decide what you want to give to the member you draw and have it ready before the music video shoot. The budget is 50,000 won, and you can spend more out of your own pocket if needed. - Wow, they're giving us 50,000 won each? The members carefully draw their slips of paper. - Why does Dobin look so moved? LOL - The difference in their expressions when they drew the 50,000 won support fund is so obvious. The adults are calculating how much they'll have to spend out of pocket, while the minors are just amazed by the amount. A serious debate suddenly erupts. Gifts: Sincerity vs. Money Rules All - These guys are so jaded by the world. - But Yehyeon's argument is actually pretty logical and persuasive. - I'm more on Yuje's side. Isn't the best part of a gift the anticipation of what the person might give you? - Three romantics versus two realists. - What are their MBTI types? The slips of paper are finally revealed! Yehyeon → Dobin Eden → Yehyeon Hajun → Yuje Dobin → Hajun Yuje → Eden - Is this rigged? ㅋㅋ How come not a single person voted for themselves? ㅋㅋ - Not even anyone voted for each other ㅋㅋ - Will Yehyeon and Eden actually give their opponents the money they so desperately wanted as a gift? - Yehyeon seems like he'd give the money, but Eden would probably just give a regular gift? The Grand Christmas Commemorative Song Music Video Filming Site! First-Ever Behind-the-Scenes Reveal! What's the secret behind this Christmas party table overflowing with delicious-looking food? - The subtitles are so shameless, seriously ㅋㅋ큐ㅋㅋ - Wait, there's a hidden trap! - That strawberry cake from hell doesn't look appetizing at all. - I'm most curious about how they made the roasted turkey. Was ‍‍‌‌⁠​​⁠‌​​‍​​‍​‌​⁠‍‌‍⁠⁠‌⁠‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍⁠​‌​‌​‌‍‌‌‌⁠‍​​‌‍⁠‌‌⁠⁠Dobin secretly a culinary master? - Ah, so all I have to ‍‍‌‌⁠​​⁠‌​​‍​​‍​‌​⁠‍‌‍⁠⁠‌⁠‌‍‌‍‌‌‌‍⁠​‌​‌​‌‍‌‌‌⁠‍​​‌‍⁠‌‌⁠⁠do is spread whipped cream, stack strawberries, and layer the cake sheets? - And just pretend to turn on the oven? - Wow, that's easy. - So only two of us actually cooked? - Seriously, ruining a perfectly good cake like that takes talent. - What happened to the strawberry cake, seriously? 📝 Translator’s Note:You may notice that certain lines or phrases in this novel appear both in their original Korean (or Hanja) form and in English translation.This is intentional — these phrases are classical idioms, divine titles, or poetic expressions that carry layered meanings.To preserve their original tone and authenticity, the raw text has been kept for reference, while the English interpretation is provided right before or after it. 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