Living in a Room Becomes Easier When You’re Handsome - Chapter 64

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Let’s really meet each other

 

As soon as the content of 【Love Code】 Episode 6 ended.

 

What the hell is this bastard doing

 

I thought well of it at first, but something’s a bit

 

The statement that you’ll meet with everyone just seems so insincere;

 

ㄴ But isn’t it still too early to tell if it’s genuine? I mean, how much have we really seen?

 

ㄴ Actually, since you’re good at games and keep winning date tickets, wouldn’t it be better to go with everyone? lol

 

ㄴ The gender ratio is 4:5, so couldn’t the guys basically meet all the girls?

 

I mean, it’s a 3-week training camp from the start, so of course you gotta meet everyone lol What do you think this is, some one-week cramming session?

 

Netflix viewers began pouring out their respective opinions about Mungi’s attitude.

 

I don’t think it’s a female pheasant though

 

No, I think it’s a problem that comes from overthinking clustering too much?

 

lol for real

 

I just really want to get to know several people, I’m curious about their jobs and want to know their ages too, yeah

 

ㄴ If it’s not a hotel date, then occupation and age are kept private, so does that mean you only get close at accommodations?

 

I mean, there are people around, so if you try to be all touchy-feely so openly from the start, the other person would feel uncomfortable too

 

ㄴ You used to say you wished there was someone like this, but now that they’re actually here you’re making such a big fuss ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

 

ㄴ Viewing with a conservative mindset on public dating shows

 

You guys like this are the ones who ruined broadcasting, honestly you’re just a handful but you’re so loud lol

 

ㄴ This is why Netflix is good – since everything’s already filmed, no matter how much the haters complain, it doesn’t matter

 

ㄴ The fact is that it’s already #1 in non-English speaking countries ㅇㅇ

 

No matter how much they bark, once the sluggish stuff ends, it’s going to be fucking amazing and get overwhelming praise as a masterpiece

 

While polarizing content kept popping up.

 

The person in question, Mungi, had no particular thoughts about it.

 

Just.

 

‘Ah, so this is how viral content works.’

 

He was just experiencing how Netflix content makes people famous.

 

In fact, as soon as he revealed his Instagram ID at the right timing, he quickly hit 10,000 followers.

 

Advertisements were also steadily piling up in his business email inbox.

 

But naturally, as his scale was growing, he couldn’t just accept anything.

 

Ttaranta stepped up saying she would help select what would be good.

 

> If it’s hard to choose, I’ll pick for you, I’m good at seeing these things

 

< Huh? Really? You know how to do this kind of stuff too?

 

> Of course

 

> So you see it as positive, then I’ll choose? Anyway, you’re making the final decision so yeah

 

> I’ll just select them for you

 

< Yeah

 

> Oh but you absolutely have to do that men’s cosmetics ad, this is trending these days, you know?

 

< Yeah

 

To think she’d help with this too, just how capable of a Game Teacher are you, Ttaranta.

 

‘Besides, right now with video editing… Game Teacher is helping me too.’

 

Is my luck with people aligned toward Game Teacher’s side?

 

Mungi muttered this to himself and predicted this situation would continue for a while.

 

‘About 3 more weeks, I guess.’

 

At this stage, there was only one thing he looked forward to most.

 

Just how far would he climb after these 6 weeks passed?

 

With that thought.

 

“Those who came from Love Code don’t seem to properly understand what direction my broadcast takes… But there are many people asking me to just tell stories, you know? So this week I’m trying to establish some discipline.”

 

– What are you suddenly talking about

 

– You’re going to filter out the influx?

 

– Sucking in viewers through Love Code then filtering out the Love Code influx lololololol

 

– He’s saying he’ll only keep the real ones

 

– This is like the process of making poison in the Tang Family

 

– Will you stay even like this? Will you watch my broadcast even like this? It’s poison, poison, I’m treating you as my content

 

– Hold tight!!!! You have to endure!!!!!!

 

Mungi immediately.

 

“…The game I’ve only talked about but never actually thought of playing, Lumia Island, let’s go.”

 

He proceeded with a game broadcast.

 

And time quickly passed, and before he knew it, it was the next week.

 

It became the broadcast day for 【Love Code】 episodes 7 and 8.

 

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The beginning of 【Love Code】 episode 7 was Mungi and Kim A-young’s date.

 

The combination of an internet broadcaster and a flight attendant.

 

The two, who seemed like they would have no connection at all, surprisingly had conversations that flowed smoothly.

 

And for good reason.

 

“No way, gaming is really your hobby?”

 

“Of course. Are there people who fake having gaming as a hobby?”

 

“You have a Nintendo? And it’s a Switch 2?”

 

“That’s what I’m saying. Ah, it’s unfortunate that there’s no way to prove it right now.”

 

Because it was revealed that Kim A-young’s hobby was gaming.

 

And the panelists who saw this.

 

“When she went on a date with Seong-ho, there wasn’t talk like this. Is it because time has passed? Even though it’s their first date, the density of conversation feels somewhat different.”

 

“Right, I guess it’s because a week has passed… But it’s about time they start revealing some personal details one by one.”

 

“Plus, since Mungi’s job is in internet broadcasting, she seems to speak more comfortably. How should I put it… she seems less nervous?”

 

“Right, it’s probably like being with a comedian, since it’s a job that brings joy to people.”

 

“So it’s actually really funny. Mungi himself would make people nervous and uncomfortable, right? But the atmosphere of his profession makes them comfortable.”

 

“He really makes people waver back and forth, you know? Sometimes he’s comfortable like this, but when they go to the accommodation he feels like he’s drawing lines… Ah, Mungi! Can’t you just hug me?”

 

“Ah, unnie!”

 

Each expressing their own opinions, they watched Mungi x Kim A-young’s date.

 

Honestly, all the 【Love Code】 cast members were people who had nothing to be ashamed of in terms of looks.

 

No matter who you put next to them, it made a picture.

 

But.

 

“When the women are next to Mungi, their art style completely changes…”

 

“Right, it’s not that their art style matches, but Mungi just stands out completely. Because he’s so handsome…”

 

“Actually, that’s probably why they unconsciously think that way? When they look at photos taken together… Ah, I want to get involved with this man. Something like that.”

 

“Want to be like him? There’s that kind of atmosphere about Mungi. Though he probably doesn’t properly realize it himself.”

 

Only Mungi was special.

 

A presence that you could immediately feel was unrivaled.

 

A man with that presence focusing all his attention on one woman while dating?

 

“A-young’s expression is melting, melting.”

 

“He’s not really doing anything special, you know? He laughs while talking… shows empathy… and then enjoys the outdoor spa together.”

 

“But when they go back to the accommodation after having such a good time, that side of him completely disappears. That’s what drives them crazy. Is this man shy? Should I approach him first then? He makes them think like that.”

 

“That’s actually why So-rim mentioned words like ‘oppa’ and ‘us.'”

 

“Na-kyung just stuck right next to him when entering the accommodation, trying to make her mark.”

 

They couldn’t help but fall for him.

 

To be precise, it was more accurate to say he seeped into them.

 

In that regard, Mungi was.

 

“He’s like a first love, you know… he makes people experience first love.”

 

“Huh? Wow, I immediately understood what you mean.”

 

“Me too, me too.”

 

“What? I didn’t understand though?”

 

“So… do you remember your first love? Sometimes you suddenly fall head over heels, but… you just naturally feel attracted, and find yourself looking at them, right? That person is always at the end of your gaze… you worry about them… and in the end, he makes you imagine things.”

 

“Imagine?”

 

“Yeah, I mentioned this before… imagining what it would be like to have a deep relationship with that man… that kind of imagination… and at the end of that imagination would be Mungi unable to hold back and pulling you into his arms.”

 

He had become Love Code’s one and only first love position.

 

The panelists continued talking about Mungi’s presence.

 

As that was coming to an end, the screen switched back to Mungi x Kim A-young.

 

The two were now facing each other with a light drink in hand.

 

“Mungi oppa, is there someone you’re curious about?”

 

“Someone I’m curious about?”

 

“Yes, so… including me, you’ve dated three people now. So isn’t there someone you’re more drawn to… or something?”

 

“Not yet… well… if I really had to seriously pick one person, it would be you?”

 

“What? Really?”

 

“Yeah.”

 

“Why, why?”

 

“I felt talent in how you mix lemon water.”

 

“Pfft, what’s that supposed to mean.”

 

Looking into each other’s eyes, with just the right amount of alcohol setting the mood.

 

Seeing each other reflected in each other’s pupils and smiling softly.

 

In that atmosphere.

 

“Who would you pick right now?”

 

“…Um, I would…”

 

“Speak comfortably, we only have 2 weeks left anyway so it’d be strange if nothing changed, right?”

 

“…Right now I’d also like to pick you, oppa.”

 

“You have a habit of smiling with your eyes crinkling when you talk, and you lean your body slightly toward me too.”

 

“That’s why you’re so pretty.”

 

“Enough, go make some lemon water.”

 

“Ha, you’re really a funny oppa.”

 

The conversation continues right before crossing into truly dangerous territory.

 

A man looking at the woman too calmly, and a woman who doesn’t know what to do with such a man.

 

The panelists go wild again at Kim A-young’s reaction, as if she’s facing her first love.

 

“Lemon water in this situation, wow… this really isn’t an act.”

 

“But what’s really charming is, it would be weird if he just sent her away alone like that, but they go to the kitchen together again.”

 

“Exactly, exactly! That’s the really insane charm point, it drives people crazy.”

 

“What I found most unbelievable was… really this thing that only Mungi has of wrapping people around his finger? Ah, how should I put it.”

 

“He even has charisma. Did you see what Mungi did earlier when A-young asked why she was sitting so far away during the meal?”

 

“Right, the chair! He just grabbed A-young’s chair and pulled it toward himself in one swift motion, you know? Like he was just moving a cup? How strong is he.”

 

Continuing their date at a distance where their hands might almost touch.

 

At the hotel, at the outdoor spa, or walking together on the winter walking path.

 

The two kept looking at each other, laughing and chatting.

 

Swoosh.

 

The screen instantly switches to show the accommodation where the rest of the cast is staying.

 

In fact, even though they didn’t go on the date, they could still have conversations at the accommodation.

 

Having private conversations alone in rooms, or coordinating meal times to cook together in the kitchen.

 

If they had the will, they could get to know each other anytime.

 

Therefore.

 

“Ji-an, can we talk for a moment?”

 

“Ah, yes yes.”

 

The latecomers Catfish Seo Ji-an and Yoo Hyeon-jun were actively making progress.

 

Perhaps it was because their date together had gone really well.

 

The two continue their conversation in a friendly atmosphere.

 

The rest of the cast members feel a strange sense of distance.

 

The atmosphere became unsettled due to the arrival of male Catfish, Mungi.

 

Originally, everyone should have become somewhat close by now.

 

But there’s an atmosphere in the accommodation as if something got blocked in the middle.

 

And then.

 

“Mungi has arrived.”

 

“We’re back.”

 

Mungi x Kim A-young return to the accommodation from the hotel.

 

Just as Mungi and Kim A-young unpack and come out to the living room.

 

“Mungi, could we have a chat for a moment?”

 

An unexpected figure, Hwang Da-jeong, calls out to Mungi.

 

An open request for a 1:1 conversation.

 

At this unexpected turn, Kim A-young, Shin So-rim, and Yoo Na-kyung’s eyes widen.

 

Regardless of their reaction, Hwang Da-jeong confidently moves toward Mungi.

 

“It’ll really just take a moment.”

 

“We can take our time, I have plenty of time.”

 

And so the two head outside the dormitory, toward the swing.

 

Despite the chilly weather, the sun hanging high makes it possible to overcome the cold.

 

And at that swing.

 

“…There’s a guy I like, but how should I appeal to him?”

 

Hwang Da-jeong plops down and suddenly starts pouring out her concerns.

 

“Huh?”

 

“Wait, she called Mungi over for relationship advice…?”

 

“But why Mungi specifically?”

 

“No wait, it’s precisely because it’s Mungi that she can ask for advice, right?”

 

“Ah… Oh, I see, that makes sense… Wow…”

 

“Why? Why is it because it’s Mungi?”

 

The female panelists who don’t understand what they’re seeing, and the male panelists who immediately get it.

 

The male panelists, as if it’s their turn now, continue with gentle explanations.

 

“Just really one-dimensionally, if you wanted relationship advice at school, who would you go to?”

 

“A teacher…?”

 

“Right, and why would that be? Because they seem to have experience that peers don’t have, they seem to have wisdom.”

 

“But Mungi and Da-jeong aren’t that different in age, are they?”

 

“No, that’s not the point. It’s just that Da-jeong implicitly feels he’s like the leader in this Love Code accommodation.”

 

“Mungi is the Love Code leader? So like, he seems like a leader?”

 

“Right, even without doing anything specific, he’s at the center… Just like naturally going to a teacher for advice, she’s naturally saying those things. It would be weird to say it to the other guys, and obviously she can’t say it to the women… so only Mungi is left.”

 

Just like how there’s someone who’s implicitly recognized even without officially choosing a leader.

 

Mungi was already being recognized as the leader within 【Love Code】.

 

Of course, the reason would include his appearance and the physical skills he showed winning the Korean wrestling competition.

 

But the biggest part could be said to be his popularity.

 

Since he’s the person everyone pays attention to, that naturally creates a kind of trust.

 

Anyway.

 

“You’re asking me about ways to appeal?”

 

“Yes, I… ah, I’m really not usually like this… I just don’t know what to do. Things aren’t going well, and somehow… it feels different from my usual approach, so I’m confused.”

 

Hwang Da-jeong poured out her concerns to Mungi like that.

 

And in the process, as if she had some pent-up feelings, a few tears slowly fell.

 

“Oh my…”

 

“But there really haven’t been many proactive moves.”

 

“She doesn’t know what to do, but shouldn’t they start doing women’s games soon? Since they’ve only picked men so far?”

 

“Of course, oh my… Da-jeong, why are you crying? You’re making me sad too.”

 

The panelists who saw this each expressed their empathy for the sadness.

 

At that moment.

 

“Sigh… Why do women’s tears always come at times like this?”

 

Mungi’s rather shocking statement began.

 

“What exactly is the problem that’s making you cry? What’s the reason for crying… Are you crying because you’re flustered?”

 

“Huh, what?”

 

And at that statement, Hwang Da-jeong’s tears instantly dried up.

 

Tears that dried up from shock and a mouth that opened wide.

 

Regardless of that.

 

“If there’s a guy you like, you should just think about going after him… Consulting with me here about your worries is a loss in itself. Just go right now and say, hey, date me. That’s faster.”

 

Mungi calmly listed his opinions.

 

At his opinion, the panelists couldn’t say anything with their jaws dropped and eyes wide open.

 

The same state as Hwang Da-jeong on screen.

 

Still, they had to react somehow.

 

“…Uh, huh?”

 

With difficulty.

 

“…Wait, Mungi?”

 

One word at a time.

 

“No… Wow, ha! Huh…”

 

They began to continue.

 

“No, isn’t the production team really going too far? They said to bring a man, but what do we do when they invite a male animal!”

 

“Usually when someone cries… you worry and ask ‘Are you okay? What’s wrong?’ But he has an expression like he can’t understand why she’s crying… the crying itself.”

 

“But really, when he actually said that, she immediately stopped crying. What kind of guy is this uncle?”

 

“He’s unique, truly unique. But while doing that, his advice is very constructive. He’s genuinely counseling her.”

 

“Wow, I can’t hate him… I can’t hate… with that face, that body, that personality… Having a real male animal in the accommodation just makes everyone tense.”

 

Everyone expressed admiration at such an intense male statement.

 

Mungi, with a relieved expression of having said everything he wanted to say.

 

“Da-jeong, you’re charming enough, so it looks much better when you smile instead of crying.”

 

“…Do you think so too, Mungi?”

 

“I don’t really like women who cry.”

 

“…Geez, you’re really mean.”

 

“If the consultation is over, I’m going.”

 

“…Still, thank you for listening.”

 

“If you absolutely must repay me because you’re so grateful, make me boiled pork with that gabri meat for tomorrow morning.”

 

He got up from his seat first and went into the accommodation.

 

After that, Love Code episode 7 moved on to the stories of the other cast members excluding Mungi.

 

“So currently, Mungi has… connections with So-rim, A-young, and Na-kyung?”

 

“Yes, and um… at least with Ji-an and Hyun-jun? I don’t know who Da-jeong has feelings for.”

 

Each person’s story, each person’s screen.

 

What feelings each had for the other gradually emerged through their conversations.

 

Just looking at the dining table that evening.

 

“Christmas is coming soon.”

 

“Right, I wonder if they’ll do events like dates?”

 

Even while talking to each other, you could see their gazes constantly intertwining.

 

In that situation, only one person was silently eating their meal.

 

“Mungi, aren’t you excited? About a Christmas date?”

 

“I’m super excited too, I am… but wow, Hyunjun hyung’s cooking skills are insane, right? I really want to eat this every day.”

 

It was only Mungi.

 

A time when it might feel too hasty to actively approach someone yet.

 

But Christmas was gradually approaching.

 

Now was the moment when some bold moves were needed.

 

-“The women’s game for the Christmas Date Selection Right begins. All female participants please gather on the Dormitory First Floor.”

 

The women’s game had begun.

 

And right at this point, Love Code episode 7 ended.

 

“I need to quickly watch the next episode.”

 

Mungi immediately started episode 8.

 

The Christmas date was really fun.

 

He smiled while thinking that.

 

Seeing that smile, Ttaranta.

 

“You got a cosmetics advertisement offer, right? Then… hmm, yes, yes yes, let’s really meet up.”

 

That day, she committed a Bear Doll massacre.

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