Cheat day

More money

After finishing the broadcast, I checked and saw that I received about 3 million won in Super Chats in just one day.

Even after the number of subscribers increased significantly, the Super Chat revenue was only around 300,000 to 400,000 won per day, and I thought even that was more than enough.

I really can’t believe it.

“Congratulations.”

The aged kimchi has arrived.

“That’s true.” What is going on?

“Since you’re doing good work, it seems the subscribers wanted to support you too.”

“Ha.”

The aftertaste lingers.

“When I watch the news, it’s always about infuriating things, but seeing stuff like this makes me think the world is still worth living in.”

Instead of answering, they give a small smile.

“Since you have a shoot tomorrow, I have something to tell you in advance.”

“Ah, yes.”

The show “Baekban Follow,” which was recorded on Mondays, changed to Tuesdays starting last week.

Season 1 of Baekban Dara is coming to an end soon because PD Park Sang-cheol is planning a new program.

“We received a message from Cookooki.” The message was about being grateful that sales had increased by 370%.

Muk Eun-ji handed over the letter envelope.

In today’s world, I was puzzled to receive a thank-you note by letter, but when I opened it, there were five 100,000 won department store gift certificates enclosed.

The boss of Cookook is also very generous.

“We also conveyed the same message to Urimi and Barum.”

Urim is the rice used in Baek Seung-yong’s lunch boxes, and Barum is the place that supplies vegetables.

Both companies sponsored some of the food ingredients.

I’m glad it was helpful.

“This is the list of advertising inquiries, so please check it slowly, and this side is for lecture inquiries.”

“A lecture?”

“네. Three universities have inquired, and I have organized them in order of the nearest dates.

Upon checking, I found that my alma mater, Soongsil University, is also there. It’s about whether you can give a lecture during chapel time this month.

“Mm.”

“I was considering excluding it from the list due to a tight schedule, but since I know it’s your alma mater, I went ahead and included it.”

“That’s true.” The chapel usually ends before June.

I want to do it if possible, but I have too much work in May.

Even if the filming for Baekban ends tomorrow, it’s hard to find time because I have Baek Seung-yong’s car.

I already felt bad for missing out on the filming because of Baekban.

Muk Eun-ji and PD Lee Ji-hye filled in for Baek Woo-jin, but they probably couldn’t match the person who was originally doing it.

“If it’s because of the Baek Seung’s car, I will work in his place as usual.”

“Hmm…….”

“It’s my job to assist you with your work, sir.”

“Since the PD said it’s okay, I’ll ask someone else too.” I think that’s right.

“네. Lastly, it’s the new content plan.

They handed me the document, and it turned out to be a conversation about food we had before.

“I wrote this because I thought it might be good to revisit the food history and culture topics you were discussing with Mr. Baek Woo-jin.”

As I turned the page, the planning intention was written there.

I expected that as the side dish store grew, the YouTube algorithm would also change quite a bit.

Since it was reclassified from a mukbang channel to an information channel focused on food, it is assumed that the exposure frequency has increased compared to before.

In fact, the reason I stopped talking about food midway is that all the attention was focused on the debate at that time.

As the views for Baekban Talk increased, the views for the existing mukbang videos gradually decreased.

I guessed that YouTube might have recognized the side dish store channel as a storytelling channel instead of a mukbang channel, and that there might have been changes in the algorithm as well.

Mugunji also made the same analysis as I did.

“Right now, we are competitive.” I see it as a time when we need new content again.

I think so too. Then I guess I should get ready. You said you would like to do it with Woojin?

“네. The view count of the video featuring Mr. Baek Woo-jin is significantly higher than that of other videos. It’s the influence of the Baekban Debate, but it can also be seen as evidence of how well the two of you work together.

“……I think the same way.” Aren’t we spending too much time with Woojin? I’m fine with it, but I wonder if you might find it boring or tiresome.

“It’s okay to think about it when such reactions come out.”

“Yes?”

Muk-ji has always made rational judgments about situations to avert future crises.

“When we are together, there are no signs of that.” Both of you are just the right amount of silly and serious, which makes it fun.

“…….”

“Above all, whether it’s content or cast members, we need to utilize it when the response comes.” It is commonly expressed as “getting the most out of it.”

“Sigh.”

I never imagined that the expression “to extract the essence from aged kimchi” would come up.

Dealing with the public is unpredictable; you never know when the situation might change. Even if you do things the same way as usual, sometimes they go well and sometimes they don’t. Since no one can guarantee anything, it’s best to maintain your composure when there is a reaction and to address any issues that arise. We have also prepared alternatives like this, so you don’t need to worry.

Mugunji held up the food history and culture content plan and said.

“Okay.” Let’s talk more about this this Friday.

“Understood.”

“Actually, if we just give Woojin the topic, I think he’ll handle it on his own.”

“Are you thinking of using a straw?”

I lifted my head, and the aged kimchi smiled slyly.

“It’s a joke.”

Mugunji bowed his head and then left the room.

I hadn’t noticed it until now, but Mukji has been smiling more often.

The first impression was strict and stern, but seeing them smile more often, it seems they are adapting well to the side dish store and this job.

The fact that you feel comfortable with me and the side dish store makes me feel inexplicably happy.

“Ha.”

The broadcast is over, so I should quickly finish work and get some sleep. Tomorrow’s filming location is Chungbuk Danyang, so the travel time is quite long.

I left the room.

“Are you off work?”

“I still have things to do.”

“I have to take the Baekseung taxi tomorrow, so leave early and rest.”

Mukji hesitated for a moment and then nodded.

“Understood.”

This part is also different from before.

The person who was holding on, saying there was still work to do, is now accepting rest.

After turning off the computer and grabbing my bag, I lift the trash can from under the desk and head to the break room.

You could just leave, but you always tidy up your surroundings neatly when you clock out.

“I’ll catch you.”

When I held the designated trash bag to make it easier to collect the garbage, the old lady rummaged through the trash can.

“Uh?”

There is a welcome item.

“Isn’t this the bowl from the snack shop right in front?”

This flat cylindrical container made of thick yellow paper is definitely a disposable container used by the snack shop across the street.

“……No.”

That’s right. Here’s the logo too. Have you eaten?

Mugunji, rarely flustered, hurriedly stuffed the volume-based bag.

How was it? Every time I walked by, it was difficult because of the smell. What did you eat? Was it delicious?

The very fact that Mukji, who has an eating disorder, ate something is so joyful, and I was curious about what she ate, so we were talking about it.

The aged kimchi suddenly lifted its upper body.

My face is turning red, and it’s embarrassing.

“Uh…….”

“I would appreciate it if you didn’t say such things.”

“Yes?”

“……It’s humiliating.”

“Yes?”

Mukji hurriedly washed his hands and rushed outside as if fleeing.

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Did I do something wrong?

I have no idea what exactly made you feel ashamed, but I don’t think I can send it as it is.

“PD, wait a moment.” PD-nim!

I hurriedly locked the door and barely caught them as they were about to take the elevator down.

“Wait a moment!” Ms. Eunji!

“Please don’t do this.”

“What are we going to do if it goes on like this?” “First, calm down and let’s talk.”

Mugunji repeatedly pressed the close button, so I pressed the button repeatedly too.

After a while, Mukji sighed and took his hand off the button.

I got on the elevator and pressed the button for the first floor.

I managed to catch him, but I don’t know what to say.

“Me.”

When I turned my head, the aged kimchi was tightly closing its mouth, its lips twitching.

Even if the reason is unknown, it means that something is bothering and embarrassing enough to say so.

“I’m sorry.”

“…….”

I was so happy that the PD had something to eat. There was no other meaning.

There is no response.

“If it’s okay, could you tell me where things went wrong?”

Arriving on the first floor, the door opened.

The old kimchi didn’t seem to have any intention of moving, so I took the first step and it slowly followed.

“I’ll take you there.” I parked it right in front.

Muk-ji finally spoke up.

“It’s not something you should apologize for.”

I made a living with my wit.

Even though I have some confidence in conversations like making claims or persuading others, I keep getting tongue-tied in front of this person.

“I overreacted because I was flustered.” I’m sorry.

Mugunji bowed his head in greeting and headed towards the bus stop.

“Wait a moment.” PD-nim.

The aged kimchi has turned.

“What are you doing going like this?” I can’t let the PD go like this. I won’t be able to sleep all night, I’ll mess up tomorrow’s recording, and I’ll spend the whole time wondering what went wrong, and by the day after tomorrow, I’ll be too scared to face the PD.

“Scary.”

Yes. I’m scared. I’m just starting to settle in, and I’m afraid everything will fall apart. I’m still so anxious I can’t stand it. Above all.

Of all times for a mistake to happen, it did, and I was flustered, but Muk-ji didn’t laugh.

“I got hurt somehow, but I can’t just send it back as it is.” It’s not going to be harder than what I’m already going through.

I think that not only I, but also Mukji, will definitely have a hard time tonight.

Mugunji looked around for a moment and then gazed at the bench.

“Okay.” “Let’s sit and talk.”

Once we settled in, the aged kimchi finally spoke up.

Sometimes. Sometimes I really lose my self-control.

I still can’t understand what you’re saying.

When I come to my senses, I eat tteokbokki, sundae, and ice cream like there’s no tomorrow. I can’t understand myself either.

When I looked up information about eating disorders, I remember seeing that anorexia patients sometimes binge eat.

“Then, a sense of self-loathing washes over me.” In the end, I couldn’t overcome my appetite. I wonder if this is all there is. I can’t even control my gluttony. Such indescribable emotions pour out.

Muk-ji was clenching her hands tightly.

I was trembling sweetly, not knowing how much strength I had put into it.

“When those feelings well up, I throw up everything I’ve eaten.” “I lack self-control, so I’m trying to reflect on my actions even if it means doing something drastic.”

I can’t even imagine how painful it must be to vomit what you’ve eaten.

What pushed her to this point is so resentful.

“It meant being embarrassed.”

I don’t fully understand yet, but I can vaguely guess what Mukji was thinking.

“Is eating wrong?”

When I asked cautiously, the aged kimchi nodded stiffly.

It seems you think so too.

I let out a long sigh.

I also used to eat bread as much as I could and struggled for a while.

Even after that, I occasionally found myself unable to control my appetite, and each time, I would blame myself.

“You said you have no self-control, but it’s the opposite.”

The aged kimchi turned its head.

“To have an insatiable appetite means that the PD was in a very dangerous state.” The body couldn’t endure any longer, so it moved out of survival instinct.”

The aged kimchi said nothing.

It doesn’t matter.

“How can you say I lack self-control when I held off on eating to that extent?”

“…….”

“And to be honest, how is that binge eating?” It wasn’t even good enough for a snack.

The aged kimchi bowed its head.

Maybe he is embarrassed because he was caught eating unhealthy and fattening food, despite usually saying that he prefers a slim body.

“PD, we made a proper diet video, didn’t we?” I also make healthy lunch boxes. Looking up papers and real-life cases.

“…….”

I think you now know what is right. “Don’t hold back.”

I was worried that my words might be seen as unnecessary interference, so I kept postponing them, but now I think I can finally say them.

“Whether you were inquiring about a contract with me, when Hongdangmu was leaving, when you were joining our company, when you were signing a contract with Cookook, or when you were making the Baekseung car, PD-nim was always right.” And the desire to eat tteokbokki wasn’t wrong either.

The recent smile from Mukbang suggests that it’s okay to say this much.

“PD-nim is a really nice person.”

How much have you even seen to judge others so carelessly?

However, because of the trust built up until now, I believed her and spoke my honest feelings.

It’s not an evaluation of matters like the Cook-Cook contract.

I always wanted to tell you that you are a wonderful person, so don’t blame yourself.

“…….”

They just shift their gaze here and there, but there’s no answer.

“I’m serious.” It’s not a long time, but it’s my sincere feelings that I’ve been watching all along. So.

Just as I was about to say that I hope you don’t bind yourself anymore, the old kimchi suddenly stood up.

“You, it’s too sudden.”

I didn’t understand it for a moment, but then I thought it might be possible.

I’ve been suppressing my desires for a long time and thought it was the right thing to do, so it won’t change overnight.

“It’s okay.” You can get to know each other slowly.

The aged kimchi turned its head.

Judging by the round eyes that are shaking a lot, it seems like it’s not easy after all.

However, if things continue like this, it could endanger not just health but even life.

Just as I developed various adult diseases, including diabetes, due to obesity, Mukji is also in a dangerous state due to extreme dieting.

Since I run a YouTube channel that promotes a relatively healthy diet, I also need to stay healthy for myself and my side dish store.

“The first time will be awkward, but it will be much easier if we do it together.” “Eat and exercise.”

“Didn’t you say that once?” Or at least some common sense.

Muk Eun-ji asked.

“I was worried it might make you uncomfortable.”

“Then why now…….”

“PD, I’ve noticed you’ve been smiling a lot lately.” I thought, “We’ve become comfortable and close.” “Was it just my misunderstanding?”

“……That being said.”

The aged kimchi looked at me.

“Eat with me too.” Did you say you wanted to exercise too?

“Yes.”

“Even if it’s awkward, from the beginning?”

“Yes.”

“When, when did that even start…?”

“Since the first time I met you.”

The aged kimchi opened its mouth.

“It’s difficult.” It’s too sudden, and I’ve never even thought about that kind of thing before.

“It’s okay.” You can answer slowly.

Mugunji, unsure of what to do, bowed and greeted before quickly running off.

“…….”

Well, I didn’t change until I found out I had diabetes.

Even if you are told to eat well and exercise, it will be hard to accept right away.

It will be a matter of slowly persuading.