Suddenly, I Became Crazy Handsome, and the World Became Easy
Chapter 46.2: Evolution (3)

Afterwards.

As soon as Thursday morning broke, Kang Rojun naturally began his morning run. After completing his daily mission, Rojun checked the 'AI Simulation' again, pleased with his physical condition.

-[Coins Owned: 545]

He didn’t forget to enhance his stats.

-[Appearance (100/100)│Singing Ability (12.1/100)│Rap (11/100)]

[Dance (16.3/100)│Eloquence (9.7/100)│Acting (7.5/100)│Lyrics Writing (61.4/100)]

Before he knew it, Rap had surpassed 10 points.

‘Next, let’s get Dance up to 20 points first, then move on to Singing Ability.’

Once Kang Rojun set his plan and started his daily routine, entertainment media outlets were enthusiastically spreading the theme song 'Produce' from Episode 5 of 'Produce That 100!'

《‘Produce That 100!’ first theme song 'Produce' officially released!》

《[Issue Talk] ‘Produce’ by 'Produce That 100!' hits various streaming platforms, and public reaction is intense》

'Produce' had officially dropped on various music streaming platforms. Since it had just been released, rankings hadn’t been announced yet, but media and public reactions were undoubtedly hot.

The result came the next morning, Friday the 21st.

[1 (new!)] Produce / Produce That 100! (Theme Song)

[2 (↓1)] Boy Friend / Kang Woo-jin

[3 (↓1)] With You (Acoustic ver.) / Honeydeep

[4 (↑1)] Season Vibe / Lim Jung-han

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'Produce That 100!', released just the day before, had shot straight to No. 1.

《As expected of the 'Produce That 100!' craze… theme song 'Produce' hits No. 1 on streaming platforms just a day after release》

It had swept across multiple platforms, including the No. 1 domestic music streaming service.

-The theme song is seriously so sleek and well made ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ top-tier among audition variety show songs in my opinion!

-I love the song ❤

-I hope the songs composed by Produce That 100! contestants also become theme songs.

-Can’t wait to see the Produce That 100! participants dancing to this theme song ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Wow, it hit No. 1 as soon as it dropped!! The firepower is insane.

-It’s also No. 1 on Melon and Box ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-The melody has been amazing right from the intro ㅠㅠㅠㅠ I’m playing it on repeat on my way to work….

-It’s pretty listenable ㅇㅇ

To top it off, with Episode 6 of 'Produce That 100!' set to air that very night, the fact that 'Produce' had devoured multiple streaming platforms meant the show’s impact could only grow stronger.

Then night came.

Kang Rojun, including those at the Paju campus, people related to 'Rental Lover', various broadcasting stations and entertainment agencies, and countless viewers all tuned in to channel JTVM.

Episode 6 of 'Produce That 100!' had begun.

-'Produce That 100!'

Following the title sequence, Episode 6 picked up from the explanation of Team 1’s third round evaluation. 'Produce' played as background music, and the camera zoomed in on the faces of Team 1 members listening to the briefing. Naturally, Kang Rojun got the most screen time.

Next were clips and interviews of participants who had been eliminated from the ‘Vocal Team’ and ‘Rap Team’.

-[“I stayed in Room 105, and I’m most bummed about not seeing my roommates again, but I feel relieved too. The friends who remain will do great. By the way, can I keep my number tag 88?"]

After showing photos of the 38 surviving contestants, once again the focus was on Team 1. It started with Lee Han-na, who was directing and created the choreography for 'Produce', briefing Team 1 about the dance.

-[“From now on, I’ll show you the choreography for the first theme song.”]

Naturally, the full choreography for 'Produce' wasn’t revealed on air yet. The spotlight was on Lee Han-na as she explained and the contestants listening closely. Without her approval, they wouldn’t be allowed to perform on the surprise performace stage. The tension was clear on the faces of Team 1.

And in this scene too.

-[“No. 1, you seem quite at ease. Does the choreography I made look easy to you?”]

-[“It doesn’t look difficult.”]

No. 1’s villainous nature shined through.

-ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋseriously, this mf ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-No. 1 really has zero chill ㅋㅋㅋㅋ it’s refreshing though

-Didn’t like him at first... but now he’s lowkey super cool…

-Lee Han-na looks so confused ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Where’s this confidence coming from? This choreography is new, it’ll take time to learn

-Bet No. 1 will be No. 1 again this time!!!

The viewers had gradually adapted to villain No. 1, and the screen transitioned to a training video of 'Produce' being sent to the 13-member Team 1. They all began individual practice sessions while watching the video. Episode 6 focused more on the third evaluation round than on the contestants’ daily lives.

The last part of episode 6 ended with Team 1 being gathered without prior notice, followed by Han-na's line as she appeared before Team 1 on stage.

-[“I'll now begin your first evaluation.”]

Saturday morning, the 22nd, at the 'Produce That 100!' campus.

Kang Rojun was in the middle of his usual run. participants from Room 105 and a few others were trailing behind him, struggling to keep up. While running as if it were no big deal, Rojun glanced at his phone.

‘Hmm- still no viewership rating for Episode 6.’

He looked calm as he checked his phone. He was searching for the viewership ratings for the episode aired yesterday. Since it was still early, there was no official announcement yet. But he became aware of another piece of news.

‘Ah, right. Today’s the launch of Produce That 100! on Netflix, isn’t it?’

While skimming through articles briefly, Kang Rojun opened something else. A memo file he had sent from his laptop. As he read the file with quite dense text, Rojun nodded slightly.

‘Yeah. This is not bad at all.’

He had finished writing the lyrics for No. 58’s rap song 'Witch' in just two days.

Meanwhile, at Jamsil Indoor Stadium.

It was a massive indoor stadium, set up in a way that evoked the feel of a volleyball stadium, completely empty without any audience. It was a venue used for sports like basketball, volleyball, and handball. On one side, a man was looking up at the stands that could hold over ten thousand spectators, a man who seemed familiar.

‘When it's packed, it's eleven thousand people, if the 'Produce That 100!' kids come here, their legs will probably start shaking.’

It was PD Woo Han-suk, his face full of fatigue. Why was he here, when he should have been at the broadcasting station or the 'Produce That 100!' campus? Soon, PD Woo Han-suk asked the female writer standing beside him,

“Nothing unusual at the campus? Anything I should know?”

Woo Han-suk tried to visit the Paju campus as often as he could, but with his intense schedule, there were plenty of times he had to be away, hence the question.

The female writer responded casually as if there wasn’t much.

“Other than the participants wearing themselves out practicing for the third evaluation’s dance, there’s nothing much. No major troubles. Occasionally, one or two of them talk back to Han-na nim, but they get shut down quickly.”

As if something had just come to mind, she added,

“Ah! No. 1 and No. 58 started doing something together!"

"That- I heard it's not so much studying together as conversing in Japanese. No. 58 requested it."

“I heard that too, but after that, it looked like No. 58 was teaching No. 1 something as well.”

“No. 58 teaching No. 1?”

"Yes. Since we only quickly skimmed the video without audio- I'll check it immediately."

The female writer nodded. PD Woo Han-suk, scratching his chin, quietly exhaled.

‘What would No. 58 have to teach No. 1? Hmm, probably something light, well, I’ll just ask No. 58 directly.’

PD Woo Han-suk didn’t think much of it. Just then, a few writers, including Kim Se-hee, and two staff members from the stadium approached from behind him. One of the stadium staff members confirmed with him.

“PD-nim, rehearsal for the performance is before the volleyball match on the 26th. Then the actual performance kicks off just before the game. Is that correct?”

PD Woo Han-suk nodded.

“Yes.”

There were only four days left until the surprise 'Produce' performance, which also served as Team 1’s third evaluation.

“As discussed beforehand, please make sure it remains a secret from the audience.”