Chapter 76
Chapter 76
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Translator: penny
Chapter: 76
Chapter Title: Happy 100th Day, Lulu-chan!
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Phew, yesterday was really tough.
The comeback stream itself wasn't that hard.
But the scene that unfolded afterward was pure chaos.
The President barged into the stream and spilled my black history of getting caught kissing...
Because of that, the Cherries went absolutely wild demanding the same from me, and I thought I was going to die trying to calm them down.
Even after wrapping up the stream, I had a quick meeting with the Lulu Division staff to give them an update on my return.
They started blaming themselves, saying it was all their fault, and I was sweating bullets trying to reassure them.
Especially when Sseung-sseung nim—the one who always seemed the most emotionless—suddenly burst into tears.
I was like, what on earth is happening?
They even told me they'd work even harder from now on, so I should just leave everything to them.
Why are there so many kind people around me?
Click—
Recalling yesterday's memories, I snap a photo of breakfast with my phone.
Then I immediately send it to the President.
I'd wanted to wake up a bit earlier and make it myself.
But today, I had no choice but to order delivery.
I'd recently heard Yuna raving about something called poke bowls, so I gave that a try.
Sure enough, it's packed with ingredients.
Salmon, shrimp, tuna, brown rice, and all sorts of veggies.
One bowl of this should cover my daily nutrients just fine.
Of course, if I skipped lunch and dinner on this alone, I'd get an earful from the President.
The reply comes back almost instantly after I send the photo.
She wasn't just staring at her phone waiting for me to send it, was she?
That would be kinda scary.
Even if she was, it's because she worries about me.
Deciding to think positively, I scoop up a bite of poke—
Ding-ding—
"Huh?"
My phone blares noisily again.
Checking it, the members' group chat is already buzzing lively from the morning.
As always, the first greeting is from Yuna.
Somehow, they're naturally talking while excluding Chae-yoon unni.
Of course, she's the laziest among us...
But stereotypes like this aren't good.
Ugh, stabbing my sore spot first thing in the morning.
It's true that aside from when I lived with Chae-yoon unni, I only ate one meal a day...
Unfair! Hitting me with straight facts like this.
Let's settle this with righteous incitement and fabrication, everyone!
Yes yes, phew.
I was worried I'd get chewed out for delivery food.
But the vibe is like they all approve of poke.
"Hehe..."
Exchanging morning greetings with the members feels so fun.
I can't help but let a smile slip out as I eat my poke.
Soon enough, their poke deliveries arrive too, and they all send photos.
Chatting like this while eating made it feel like we were all together, and it was just the best.
And then Chae-yoon unni finally joins a bit late.
It was the picture-perfect morning scene.
I couldn't stop smiling the whole time I ate my poke.
Someday, if we all live together in one place—or even as neighbors—
could we see moments like this every day in real life, not just in the group chat?
That would be pure bliss.
While briefly entertaining that little dream inside.
I finish eating first and watch the members' ongoing messages.
- Debut 100th Day
I spot the number updated daily in the group chat announcement and smile warmly.
That's right.
Today marks exactly 100 days since our Blues and fans came together.
Already, my heart starts pounding wildly, just like it does waiting for the stream to go live.
Nothing super special planned for the 100-day commemorative stream.
The President said it'd be better to prepare properly for the 1-year anniversary.
We agreed, so today we're just turning on the stream and enjoying the moment with the fans.
"Waaah! It's our 100th day, everyone!"
So the moment I go live,
I shake my body excitedly in front of the 100-day commemorative balloons floating behind me, reveling in the joy.
It's just a little over three months.
But the meaning it carries is immense.
In this short time, the fact that so many people have come to love us this much fills me with joy above all else.
"Hehe, thank you all so much. Thanks to you Cherries, I've always had the strength to keep streaming."
From the very first day I started streaming.
The constant support from the Cherries has been more than I could ever deserve—I'm truly grateful.
Even if I haven't expressed it every day and it hasn't all gotten through.
I hope you know I always carry that gratitude for you Cherries in a corner of my heart.
"That's not what that card's for...! Cancel it right now!"
"You don't need to spend money on me—please spare your wallets!"
Of course, it's not like the Cherries went quiet just because it's the 100th day.
The usual malicious chats and donations keep rolling in today too.
I know it's a template, but seeing someone drop big money on a joke like that still sent a chill down my spine.
Ah, probably not, right?
Please tell me it's not real.
If it is a real card, I'll refund your account right away.
Please take better care of your wallets than you do of me.
"I'm glad. I've always been happy thanks to you Cherries, but I wondered about you all. I'll keep trying to make sure you Cherries stay happy too!"
Hehe.
That's a relief.
Just like the Blues have been to me, I want to be that same existence for the Cherries.
Let's all be happy together, Cherries.
"Thanks for the 20,000 won donation. Ah, rice cakes? Actually, I prepared something special for you Cherries! I was thinking about what to do for the 100th-day stream while I was in the hospital!"
Ahem.
But it's a milestone 100th day, after all.
Of course I had to prepare at least one piece of content...
"W-Wait a sec! Don't call the President! I-It was just planning in my head, so no overdoing it at all!"
The moment I try to shrug it off casually,
A donation flies in hitting hard, followed by the viewers' uproar.
I frantically shake my head and hands, attempting to explain.
As if I could've actually worked in the hospital!
I got caught even trying to edit a quick clip and scolded!
After that, the President inspected my laptop every single day she visited!
So I just lightly brainstormed ideas in my head...
As I sputter out my excuses bit by bit, the chat starts to calm down a little.
Finally letting out a sigh of relief, I realize it's time to reveal it.
"A-Anyway, for today's 100th-day special, I've prepared something just for you Cherries! It's called...!"
Hehe.
Grinning a little at the impatient viewers,
I skip the preview and belt out the content name with all my might.
"It's Free Lulu Time! For the duration of today's stream, I'm giving you all the right to do whatever you want with Lulu-chan!"
Eh?
The reactions feel kinda off.
Did I say something wrong just now?