The Fate-Seeing Genius Streamer - Chapter 10

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9. [Night Soul] Is This… A Human Being? (1)
“It is an honor to make your acquaintance. Those who seek to reclaim the light… My name is Grandis. I am the Saint of the Moon, affiliated with the Star Sect.”
The Saint of the Moon, Grandis. As I gazed upon the radiant platinum-haired beauty who had cast aside her grey hood, a single thought crystallized in my mind.
‘After battling Trinex… and now facing a new opponent without my abilities? That’s going to be rough… This is troublesome.’
The question was simple: could I kill the Saint of the Moon standing before me, Grandis?
‘Well… it’s just a matter of time anyway. My Foresight ability will recover soon. I can feel it. I’ll ask Seo-yoon about it, then decide whether to kill her or not.’
Kill or spare.
If I had to choose between the two, the logical move was to ask Joo Seo-yoon, who had done preliminary research on [Night Soul].
Just as I was about to direct my question to Joo Seo-yoon while keeping my gaze fixed on Grandis to account for any unexpected ambush—
Beep!
「TIP」
━This game, [Night Soul], operates under an A.I Character System. Dialogue and actions that deviate from the game story and roleplay are only possible through the ‘Player Chat’ function.
*In exchange, dialogue and actions that align with the game story and roleplay are guaranteed a high degree of freedom.
Instantly, a holographic window materialized, displaying a warning message. My voice output was blocked. There were restrictions on gameplay.
‘So as long as my words and actions are deemed appropriate to the game story and my character’s role… I can speak freely however I want. Interesting.’
I gained a newfound appreciation for just how immersive virtual reality gaming could be.
As long as I didn’t deviate from the game story and my character’s established parameters, I could play however I wished.
It was intriguing, but nothing more. After all, I was just an NPC following the game’s narrative.
But that wasn’t the priority.
= Seo-yoon. Can I kill her? If she’s something like a boss monster, I should be able to, right?
For someone like me, whose emotional sensitivity was somewhat lacking, there was only one fundamental criterion for responding to unexpected situations.
= This one. She looks pretty important… Can I get a mission from her? Is that possible?
…And that criterion was simple: whether or not it would make money.
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Meanwhile.
Most viewers who heard Joo Seo-jin’s sudden remark either tilted their heads in confusion or expressed exasperation.
[Night Soul]. Following the title of “First Trinex Slayer in ‘Nightmare’ Mode,” this was the moment a hidden route was being unlocked.
For him to fixate on donations at this juncture was shocking enough to stun the entire audience.
-??
-This maniac..
“and lol this guy’s actually insane lol”
-That’s not allowed, you bastard!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is a hidden route!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-?? This money-obsessed lunatic, someone send a donation to shut him up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! No way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
And…
= …What? Wait, hold on. What did you say? Brother, are you seriously insane? A, a mission? Here?
Joo Seo-yoon felt the same way. No—she was even more excited than the viewers. And rightfully so.
For her, [Night Soul] had just transformed into the ultimate content goldmine.
A skill-based broadcast. Moreover, the legendary moment of achieving the world’s first record. Irreplaceable legendary content incarnate.
If she edited and uploaded the stream to YouTube, it could attract attention not just domestically but internationally—a massive piece of content.
But… a hidden route branch had opened, and now he was suddenly showing hostility toward an NPC and refusing to progress the game story?
It was obvious things would spiral out of control.
= Never! Absolutely—! No way───! This, this is a hidden route! And, and uploading videos after properly progressing through the game story instead of just accepting missions brings in way more revenue!
= Hmm…
= Brother… please, I’m begging you- huh? Don’t pull any reckless stunts. Do you want to watch me lose my mind? Let’s just progress through the game story normally, okay?
= Fine… I get it. If that’s what you’re saying, what can I do? Let’s do it your way.
As Joo Seo-jin withdrew his hostile intent without resistance, the chat window also sank into a collective sigh of relief.
-Blessed streamer
-Myeong Bang-ul <<< Totally saved the situation lmaooooooooooo
-Ngl I nearly had a heart attack thinking he'd refuse to progress the story right after opening the hidden route..
-New discovery) Joo Seo-jin <<< This guy isn't playing a money-obsessed character—he's actually genuinely insane about money.. Don't provoke him..
-If someone offered that guy money, I bet he'd say he'd clear every boss in [Night Soul] without taking a single hit??; Real talk?
And in that moment, Joo Seo-yoon quickly issued instructions to Joo Seo-jin through the player chat function.
= Brother. You might have a lot of questions since you don't know much about [Night Soul]… but for now, don't ask me—talk to her instead.
= Why?
= Don't ask. Just do it. Going forward, even if anything comes up, hold back on impulsive actions… and don't rely on me. This stream is going to revolve around you.
= Ah… so you want me to drive the game story forward? Well, fine. I'll give it a shot.
= Okay! Glad you understand. Then, let's go! Go! Go talk to her!
= ….
Joo Seo-jin thought his sister was being somewhat rude, but he didn't voice it aloud. It felt awkward to point out her behavior in front of his younger sister, who was unexpectedly bringing in streaming revenue.
Besides, it wasn't like she was being so offensive that it bothered him—it was charming enough to overlook. And more importantly, there were more pressing matters at hand.
Joo Seo-jin fixed his gaze on Grandis and opened his mouth to speak.
"I don't understand what's going on. The Lunar Saint… what is this sect you're talking about? How did I know to find you?"
"The Star Sect is a heretical order that pursues the cold dreams of dawn, opposing the Creator and the Sun God. The Lunar Saint performs the same role as the Solar Saint that exists within the Sun Sect."
The Sun God—the Creator of [Night Soul] from the game's intro video, and simultaneously the one responsible for bringing about this age of chaos. Those who didn't worship him were considered heretics.
The Solar Saint and Lunar Saint were surely beings who held high positions within massive religious organizations. My assumption wasn't wrong.
"There was a prophecy that a being would appear to gather the souls of knights and restore the primordial flame to reclaim light in the forgotten lands. I heard that one who reclaims light would appear here, so I have been waiting. I am a saint raised by the Star Sect to support the one who reclaims light."
A guide NPC who assists the player character of [Night Soul] and informs them of what must be done going forward. That was the Solar Saint and the Lunar Saint.
"That's strange. You heard the prophecy and were waiting here in advance, so why didn't you appear sooner? I could have died."
"Because I could not know whether you possessed the capacity to restore the primordial flame. I was merely prepared in case you were not the 'one who reclaims light' spoken of in the prophecy."
"So you were—testing whether I had the capability to restore the souls of knights… or planning to abandon me if I didn't."
"That is correct."
"How amusing."
Even if it's a game, it's not a pleasant feeling. Being weighed for your usefulness is never pleasant.
Joo Seo-jin tilted his head with an irritated edge to his voice.
"It's not easy to casually admit that you were testing with someone's life on the line."
"If you were displeased, I offer my apologies. …However, making a deal with me would not be unfavorable for you. Your memories, those who reclaim light, will not be complete."
"Memories, you say?"
"Yes… you are aware that you possess no memories of this world, are you not? You must have forgotten everything upon arriving in this realm. You only remember the mission to restore the souls of knights."
"Ah… I suppose that's right. Of course."
It's a game, after all. When progressing through a game's story, the most suitable worldbuilding for the player is absolutely essential. I understood.
"…You said it was a deal, so tell me what you want to exchange with me. After I hear it, I'll decide if it's reasonable."
"It's simple. All you need do is receive from me every blessing, baptism, and ritual that the Saintess of the Sun was originally meant to provide. In return… I will give you anything you desire. If necessary… myself as well."
-Whoooooa!!
-??????????????
-Legend lmaooooooo
Info) [Night Soul] is an adult game.. You know what I mean, right??
-Hehe.. my eyes… ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ I give it to you.
A suggestive line. A few crude comments appeared in the chat, but they were quickly filtered out. Joo Seo-jin didn't pay them any mind and responded.
"I don't need that. Instead of receiving blessings, baptisms, and rituals from the Saintess of the Sun… be more specific about what you can actually give me."
"The primordial flame that originates from the Sun God… the Creator. We will restore it and usher in humanity's golden age. We will set right this world that bends to the will of the divine."
"You think that's what I'd want?"
"Then let me ask in return. What is it that you desire? As the Knight's Spirit… the one who reclaims the light, do you wish for wealth, fame, and power? I don't think so. Especially not after rejecting my offer."
"You're overthinking this."
"…."
As Joo Seo-jin responded with a scoff, Grandis fell silent with an odd expression.
"So. Is there anything else? Nothing different? Give me a distinguishing factor."
"…Well. Unlike the Saintess of the Sun, I can perform all blessings, baptisms, and rituals without any flaws."
"Elaborate."
"When the Saintess of the Sun performs blessings, baptisms, or rituals, the 'Mark of the Sun' appears, and her power is halved under conditions or circumstances that don't match. I, however, do not suffer such limitations."
"…."
"Even if the blessing you desire isn't as powerful as what the Saintess of the Sun provides, it will be flawless at all times. When purifying the Knight's Spirit through baptism, no curse from the mark will remain. The same applies to rituals."
"So strong advantages come with strong disadvantages, but weak advantages come with weak disadvantages."
"Exactly."
I was starting to get the picture.
It seemed the 'Saintess' held a core systematic role in the growth of the 'one who reclaims the light'—in other words, the player character.
Whether learning skills or receiving special effects in-game, it all seemed to go through the Saintess. If there were no flaws in that process, it would be quite beneficial.
'I don't know exactly what it is, but if the advantages aren't great but there are no disadvantages, it's not a bad deal.'
Besides, Joo Seo-yoon had warned me earnestly not to act recklessly. Here, it made sense to accept the deal whenever possible.
'Nothing should go wrong.'
Even if something did go awry, the moment I could activate the foresight ability, I could respond immediately.
Soon my eyes should be usable normally again anyway, so there was no need to worry. Joo Seo-jin nodded and answered.
"I accept."
"…Pardon?"
"I'll do as you proposed."
"How unexpected…. I thought you would refuse my offer… Remarkable. Still, if that is your decision, there's no reason for me to object."
Shhhhk-
The next moment.
Whoooosh-!
Upon hearing my answer, Grandis's fingertips extended into the void, drawing in the crimson aura drifting where Trinex had fallen.
Then, taking the Knight's Spirit that had dropped from Trinex, Grandis let it seep quietly into her body and moved her lips.
"One who reclaims the light. I shall not disappoint you for answering my proposal. I will share the deeper story once we reach another place."
A soft rustle.
"Beyond this point, protect me and guide me to where the Twilight Temple stands. If you do so, I shall bestow upon you a blessing along with the baptism."
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At that same moment.
[【ㅇㅇ】 donated ‘10,000 won’.]
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━Hak Wol lol check this out lololololol [Night Soul] hidden route opened lololololol absolute legend lol
[【I Met the Light Called Joo Seo-jin】 has donated '10,000 won'.]
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"I'm a complete newbie accessing full dive for the first time today, but I'm already unlocking the Namseo hidden route lol; I think I might be the first person in the world to unlock the Namseo hidden route?"
[【Myeong Bang-ul Guardian Unit K】 has donated '10,000 won'.]
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━Sword Master lol you missed this lololol even a newbie playing Nak So for the first time today is opening the hidden route, so why are you still grinding there?? lol
Space Stream. Video donations erupted across countless personal broadcast platforms, and footage of Joo Seo-jin began to spread.
Since short clips were permitted to be sent as video donations, streamers playing [Night Soul] began broadcasting highlight reels of Joo Seo-jin.
Myeong Bang-ul. There was not a single mention of Joo Seo-yoon, the original owner of the stream. Only Joo Seo-jin stood at the center of attention.
Beyond the title of first to encounter and slay Trinex, now bearing the title of first to unlock a hidden route. The narrative surrounding Joo Seo-jin was no longer a fleeting curiosity.
Rather—it was the opposite.
Ding-
[Seven Net]
*Post Title: wtf?????? Who is this guy? Where is this streamer broadcasting from?
━How did this crazy guy get in via a hidden route??? WHAT HAPPENED????????????????
…Before long, discussions of Joo Seo-jin began appearing on overseas sites, and a massive storm was about to break.

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