Chapter 16

People are contradictory.

Even though they hate the heat and turn on the air conditioner, they still cover themselves with a blanket. Even though they boldly subscribe to Netflix, they end up watching nothing.

There were many examples that showed the diversity of human behavior.

“Bunny Run, how long are you going to keep this up?”

As soon as she came back, she caused trouble. Isn’t she an adult now?

– She’s 21, so she’s still young.

┗But still, she’s an adult, so it’s a bit much to keep acting like a minor.

So, even if you like Bunny Run’s unfiltered words, the contradictory feeling of hoping she doesn’t cause trouble is just one of those natural emotions that come with being human.

The same goes for sincerely rooting for “Bunny Run” even if you’re not a fan. It’s just one of those natural emotions that come with being human.

“Is Bunny Run really okay like this?”

From the moment Bunny Run abruptly ended her broadcast, the topic set the VR Broadcasting Gallery on fire. It lasted almost an entire day.

“Bunny Run will never get her act together.”

She carelessly talked about idols and had to lay low for six months, but she still hasn’t changed.

– But, to be fair, the idol really did scam the agency.

– She was reckless, but honestly, Bunny Run got the short end of the stick, lol.

┗It’s not about whether it was right or wrong, it’s about how she still hasn’t learned her lesson after getting burned so badly.

“Bunny Run has always been like this.”

(Bunny Run long-term subscription proof)

She never changes when she causes trouble. A lot of people are fed up this time, so she might get roasted.

– That’s just wishful thinking from fans like you, lol.

– How much influence do you think a handful of gallery users really have?

Right words, wrong words, personal opinions, official statements, correct answers, wrong answers. A lot of conversations were exchanged.

No conclusion was reached.

This is how it usually ends when the person in question isn’t around.

Just as a slightly gloomy atmosphere settled over the gallery.

“Bunny Run’s broadcast is ON lolololol”

Let’s go lololololololololol

– Damn, she finally showed up.

– Yeah, you’re done for.

Bunny Run started her broadcast.

The VR Broadcasting Gallery users all rushed to Bunny Run’s broadcast.

It’s hard to believe these are the same people who were so serious just a moment ago, but that’s just how live-streaming communities are.

From the outside, they look like they have bipolar disorder.

“Bunny Run hits 5,000 viewers lolololol”

A new record for this year lolololol

Did you know? Live-streamers get the most viewers right after they cause a scandal.

From the VR Broadcasting Gallery to people from other communities who heard the rumors, everyone flocked to Bunny Run’s broadcast.

After that, it was smooth sailing.

Broadcasts that rise to the top get more exposure, attracting even more viewers.

It was a snowball effect.

6,000, 7,000, almost 10,000 viewers were about to be reached when a song started playing.

A somber violin melody that even a funeral home would reject.

Whoever composed this must have had a twisted personality.

―――

What kind of song is this lol

Is she playing this because she thinks she’s done for?

Is this a festival? No, it’s a funeral.

―――

Viewers from other communities and V-TV’s casual viewers laughed and asked.

But the VR Broadcasting Gallery users were different.

They had heard this song before.

“Isn’t this the song from the game Han Yoorim made?”

(Link to Fantasy Life OST on MTube)

Why is Bunny Run playing this?

– Is this some kind of apology promo?

She’s not apologizing but pulling this stunt? Seriously, what the hell.

Han Yoorim had been frequently mentioned in the VR Broadcasting Gallery recently. A lot of discussions had taken place, so by now, the regulars in the VR Broadcasting Gallery knew that Han Yoorim was a game developer who created “Fantasy Life” and “Excel Busters.”

So, the VR Broadcasting Gallery’s reaction wasn’t very positive.

They expected an apology, but instead, she started with a show, which didn’t sit well.

“She’s hopeless.”

Even a public apology wouldn’t be enough, and she’s out here joking around.

– Maybe she just likes the song and is playing it.

┗Fanboy, go ahead and defend her lol

The atmosphere in the VR Broadcasting Gallery turned hostile in an instant.

Gallery users who watch Bunny Run, those who don’t, those who dislike her, those who don’t care what she does, and even trolls—all were about to engage in a chaotic brawl in just 3 seconds!

But just slightly faster than 3 seconds, Bunny Run turned on her mic.

“Hello? The world’s cutest bunny who gets lonely alone—Bunny Run here!”

The black messiah. No, the blue messiah has appeared.

―――

?

???

What?

?????

―――

“????????????”

????????????????

Title: What was that just now?

Content: I’m watching Bunny Run’s broadcast for the first time today. Is that her usual voice?

Comments: No, that’s not her usual voice.

The entire live-streaming community was unified.

Bunny Run, who had become a question mark collector, turned on her avatar. She repeated the same incomprehensible greeting, but no one paid attention to that.

There was only one question on everyone’s mind: “Who the hell is this person using Bunny Run’s account to broadcast?”

Of course, the answer came quickly, thanks to the chat and community being flooded with the name “Han Yoorim.”

But that didn’t completely erase the questions.

The question of “who” was answered, but the question of “why” remained.

Why did Han Yoorim use Bunny Run’s account to broadcast?

Where did Bunny Run go in the first place?

The chat went wild wanting to know, but Han Yoorim, wearing Bunny Run’s mask, ignored it all and continued with “Eternal World.”

She turned on the GT and picked her character.

Thierry. First-time viewers of Han Yoorim expressed concern. Thierry was that kind of character—not well-received.

That was until Han Yoorim hit level 3.

Once she reached level 3 and started slaughtering the enemy city core, no one doubted her anymore.

The chat exploded with praise for the rare, high-quality gameplay.

The sheer absurdity of the situation was just plain fun.

Soon, the [Victory] message popped up on the stream.

“Han Yoorim, what are you doing over there…?”

And then, as the cherry on top, the real Bunny Run showed up.

The VR streaming community thoroughly enjoyed the series of events that followed Bunny Run’s slip-up, feeling immense satisfaction with how it all wrapped up.

<These VTuber kids really only enjoy this stuff, huh? Lol>

It’s been a while since the gallery had such a packed day, damn lol

-Let’s use VTubers too, yeah?

-But is Bunny Run even a VTuber?

No matter how much people love dopamine, they still hate unsatisfying endings.

Going from reconciling with the person involved to a collab stream at their house in just one day?

It was a swift and perfect conclusion that even satisfied the Shorts generation.

Other communities loved this ending too.

<Polar bears are doomed lololol>

(Clip of Bunny Run and Han Yoorim talking)

“Did I know Han Yoorim before? If I did, would I have acted like that two days ago? It was a coincidence—”

“You’re not calling me ‘unnie’ anymore? Oh, whatever you call me is fine.”

“…Turns out unnie was working part-time at the same place as me. I was surprised too.”

The Arctic is melting lololololol

-Hehehe

The Virtual Streaming Gallery.

A gallery mainly for watching VTubers also thoroughly enjoyed Bunny Run and Han Yoorim’s collaboration.

Wanna see just how much they enjoyed it?

<Definitely a virgin lololol>

(Clip of Han Yoorim, using Bunny Run’s avatar, curiously touching her chest)

She knows nothing, definitely a virgin lololol

-(Unicorn horn comfy con)

-She’s not even embarrassed, maybe she’s actually experienced?

┗Hey hey hey

Let’s stop here.

And so, Bunny Run’s stream, which set countless communities on fire, concluded successfully.

Peak viewership: 18,832.

That’s 2,000 more than her previous record of 16,000 six months ago—Bunny Run’s all-time highest viewership.

*

Bunny Run, who had just ended her stream, sat in front of me, clutching her head.

She said three drinks gave her a headache. How weak is she to alcohol?

“Unnie. What’s going on here?”

Wait, is her headache because of me, not the alcohol?

I laughed and said,

“Even if I drink, my cognitive abilities stay the same, but my mood improves, you know? And as you know, when people are in a good mood, they tend to do things twice.”

“So you did this because you were drunk?”

“You could say that.”

No matter how much I drank, I never got drunk. My cognitive abilities stayed sharp.

But it wasn’t completely without effect.

Just like how sugar makes you feel good, my emotions did change.

If alcohol didn’t improve my mood at all, it’d be a waste, so this was fine, but I might’ve gone a bit overboard.

It felt about 1.5 times better than cola.

Because of that, I ended up doing the “Hello? The world’s cutest bunny, Bunny Run, here!” intro twice instead of once.

For an entertainer, moderation is a virtue, and I messed up big time.

Ugh. Bunny Run groaned, then turned on her computer to check the replay.

Her eyes widened in surprise.

It seemed my super game developer talent, even through the avatar, was impressive.

Bunny Run asked,

“What’s with this weird way of talking?”

“Don’t all VTubers talk like this?”

“…I don’t know. I’m not exactly an expert on VTubers.”

“You’re a VTuber, though?”

“I’m a VTuber, though.”

I see.

But then, no RP either?

And you still call yourself a VTuber?

“The wiki says you’re from a rabbit clan in another world, so what’s this?”

“…The viewers made that up.”

I see.

Feeling a bit deflated, I picked up my smartphone and browsed through the communities.

Bunny Run spoke to me.

“Unnie.”

“Go ahead.”

“…Thank you.”

Thank you?

“Then, can I ask for one favor?”

“As long as it’s not something weird.”

Wow, hurtful. Anyone would think I only do weird stuff.

“It’s nothing big, just play one game with me.”

“A game?”

“Yeah.”

I nodded, then quickly added,

“You’ve played PC games before, right?”