New Black Friday.

It was the time of the warehouse release.

-I've been browsing the Internet a little bit these days. Heh heh heh. They say they sell goods for as much as an ant's eyeballs. Hehehe.

I was inspired by what the CEO said.

I was thinking about reselling past goods that I had previously sold but could not purchase because the quantity was out.

The idea was to resell goods that were quickly discontinued because they were so popular, including those sold during fireworks, but it seemed like a good idea, so we agreed, although we were doubtful whether people would actually buy it.

and.

"These are our partners for this New Black Friday."

"Huh... ... ."

"They said they would put a foot in it here and there."

In celebration of New Black Friday, we decided to take the time to reduce the prices of soufflé bread and new bull bags across the country.

In addition, various companies participated to celebrate Soufflé Week.

Internet shopping mall 34th Street, various fashion brands, toy companies, etc.

Because of that, it became a larger event than we expected.

"Wow... ... ."

The youngest said with a dazed look on his face.

"We once said let's set up a soufflé expo. "We rented a place like COEX and held a soufflé festival."

"It did."

"Maybe that day is closer than you think."

"Huh... ... ."

Just imagining it makes me happy.

Because the things I had dreamed of since my debut were coming true one by one, like a dream.

"After all, dreams☆ come true."

"huh? "What is that?"

"no. nothing... ... ."

Sometimes I forget that there is a member of the team, Horin, who has no memory of watching the 2002 World Cup.

"Okay then, let's run again!"

"Go go go!"

Now all that was left was the comeback showcase and preparations for Soufflé Week.

* * *

Early April, a clear spring day.

As the Cherry Blossom Festival was held in Yeouido, the spring atmosphere was in full bloom everywhere, and congratulatory messages were being hung all over the subway stations.

-You came on a warm spring day, now let's grow old together.

-[King] Jiho, thank you for being born, [I] will protect you. [Ho] Hohoho

-Delivered to Jiho Wang on 2017.04.09 00:00 +1 year old.

Students and office workers passing by the subway station on their way to work looked excited.

'I guess it's Jiho's birthday.'

'How old is Jiho? He graduated from high school not long ago, so he's twenty now? Ugh. What happened... ... .'

'Envy you. Brothers are the new black.'

Meanwhile, birthday news about the youngest member of the nation's idols is being posted with things like 'Wang Ji-ho's birthday' appearing in real-time search terms.

A video of the youngest's birthday celebration was also being uploaded on New Black TV.

A video of the youngest member wearing a cone hat shaking his shoulders and the members blowing birthday trumpets next to him.

I could see people having a birthday party in the practice room, drenched in sweat.

'It's a real comeback.'

The soufflés' hearts were grateful.

They released a special album in mid-January and returned with their second full-length album just three months later.

Comeback D-1.

'Huha, huha... ... .'

Even though it was common knowledge in the idol world that you have to know the song to know it, to the extent that there was even talk of the teaser being a scam, expectations could not be allayed.

[New Black – 'Coin' Official Teaser 1]

It was a video of New Black's sub-vocalist walking in the background of a hallway with a kitschy color combination.

Eyes with a light purple tint shine sharply.

Jiho, who was walking leisurely while flicking a coin with his finger, stood in front of the mirror and flicked a coin to himself, who was crouching on the other side of the mirror.

Srurr.

The coin passes through the transparent mirror and lands in Jiho's hand on the other side.

Fashion that gives off a naughty feeling.

Ji-ho, who was staring at a coin in the mirror, looks up and the dark background begins to brighten.

The video ended with an arcade full of game machines that rattled and glowed brightly.

'Huh.'

Coin's melody underneath the stylish teaser was unusual.

-Juseon has done it again.

-ㅇㅏ I fucking love itㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ Wang Ji-ho is an adult now

-I want to show off the beauty of Ha's kids. As everyone knows, the brown haired person over there is Jiho, and the blonde next to him is Woojoo.

-Is there a teaser for each member?? Jihoman has a lot of screen time.

-I really like itㅠㅠㅜ

-Yes, this time I brought gold coins from Australia, so it felt like a blessing in disguise. It's time to make a big splash

-Biju, even though it's only for a moment, it really catches my attention hahaha wow

-Hemeko feels a bit sketchy..ㅠ

-Where did Jiho's cheeks go?ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ He's an adult, he's an adult, my baby has become an adult, oh my god

-I was once again embarrassed when I saw this while watching Sulblack.

Soufflés smiled happily at the sight of their favorites returning to their jobs after Goblin and realized their identity.

'that's right! I was an idol fan!'

Our kids are amazing at making people laugh, so they are singers who do great things when they do their main job.

'All you have to do is not say anything!'

If you look at photos of him singing, dancing, or smiling silently, he was an idol gathered by the beautiful youth of the heavenly world.

-earth! stop!

Souffles, who had erased the spaceship and henchmen that were flickering in their minds, looked at the concept photo and took a deep breath.

There were boys who looked like they had come to an arcade to play.

Something like the universe blowing bubble gum with one eye closed.

Like Junghyun holding his skateboard, looking to the side and smiling.

The overall clear and pleasant atmosphere stood out.

'Is it a bright song? A bright song?'

There were fans who liked heavy or intense songs like Nine or Empire, but there was also a huge demand for atmospheres like fireworks or windflowers.

Of course, the actual mood of the song seemed closer to newtro than refreshing.

It seemed clear that it would be a bright and exciting song like fireworks.

'The offline response seems to be good as well.'

I was able to hear stories about New Black's comeback around me.

"Looking at what they're coming out this time, doesn't it seem like they've taken a bit from old idols? "The fashion looks like that too."

"It felt like that."

"It's an arcade, right? "It seems like the background itself was intended to have an old-fashioned feel."

The soufflés who were secretly eavesdropping also agreed with that opinion.

'You were aiming for it!'

It felt like a momentary reminder of the nostalgia of a time when there were original national idols.

The difference is that the fashion has been changed to the latest version in 2017, and the music is newtro-style rather than retro.

Newtro.

While retro is a retro style that yearns for the past and seeks to return to those times, newtro is the atmosphere of enjoying things from the past as if they were new products. A trendy, modern reinterpretation of past music.

Through that, I felt what Lemon Enter was aiming for.

-We'll drive a wedge! Hahaha!

CEO Park Gyu-ho was pictured walking around with a chisel and a hammer, holding signs such as 'Our kids are the top' and 'National Idols'.

He completely captivated the public with Goblin.

Now, the mood was to drive a wedge so that other competitors could not even challenge.

'... ... Because what kind of song came out?'

Even the soufflés were skeptical as they looked at the company, which was armed with endless confidence.

I immediately shook my head.

'Let's stay calm. calm down.'

These were soufflés that calmed one's mind by blocking the happiness circuit that kept drawing the best, happiest future in my head.

Just like their singers usually do.

He did a mind trick by saying that he would be grateful if he could achieve the same results he achieved last time... ... .

-This album will be an indicator of how big New Black's new fans are.

-If it gets enough response from the US, it will be a huge hit haha.

-They say they are not interested in grades, but both singers and fans are more sexually loyal than anyone else.. haha.

-Bizarre fandom by my standards

-If you look at their fans on Twitter, they make you laugh haha. They say they don't care about grades, but they are the most obsessed.

-Ah, you have to take a million pictures this time~~

-The charcoals who are unfairly treated by Tenty and Teens fansㅠㅠㅠ If you look at what they do while doing this, they are even worse than them.

-So when are you going to Tokyo Dome?

The soufflés, who had been calmly controlling their minds and telling themselves not to be concerned about grades, took a deep breath.

Antis are always the same.

When things go well, we curse that things are going well, and when things fail, we curse that we are ruined.

It was time to control my mind with those thoughts.

[The scale of the New Black World Tour this time seems a bit absurd]

(Tour schedule screenshot.jpg)

The North American tour alone has about 100,000 people including Mexico and the United States.

-It seems a bit unreasonable.

-Isn't Gocheok Dome worth 60,000 to 70,000 for 3 days? What is the size of Europe and the US?

-Isn't the Accor Hotels Arena in Paris where the K-pop concert was held last year?? You can fill that space by yourself for two days?

-What confidence? European kids really don't know anything about K-pop.

-I couldn't even go to the Japan Dome last year, so...haha.

-Overall, it seems like all the fans of the company's singers are intoxicated by the 'globally popular New Black ㅠㅠ'

Fans blinked.

'Are you worrying or swearing?'

Common sense tells us that the people who would be most upset if there were seats left due to the large size of the concert hall were the singers and fans.

Even if it's sad, the people involved will be the saddest.

Every time I saw people comparing the size of the concert, saying it was too much or not enough, I felt like my stomach was clenched.

'I have to do that.'

After attending the Children's Awards Ceremony this time, the haters lost focus and were running wild.

Is it really because I reached the top spot?

People who feel envy and jealousy in the comments are going crazy! Screw you! He was cursing.

Fortunately... ... .

'He doesn't even show up where Muggles are. Are they like loaches that only live in level 3 water?'

Maybe it's because they're scared of Muggles, but they only attract aggro in places full of idol fans.

what.

Whatever the case may be, there was no change in the fact that my fever rose while watching it.

"... ... ."

"... ... ."

Flames burned brightly in the eyes of the soufflés seen everywhere.

'OK. 'I end up making a million copies.'

'All the overseas fans gather together. I have something to say.'

'Did these bastards get money from the universe in their past life? That's acceptable, but... ... .'

The fandom was rallying at an all-time high to face the attacks ahead of the comeback.

Won, dollar, yen, yuan euro etc.

Bundles of money gathered from all over the world.

'Million jang gandaaaa!'

The soufflés were truly in full swing ahead of Coin's comeback and Soufflé Week.

* * *

Finally, comeback day.

My heart was pounding as I woke up early in the morning and moved to the concert hall.

"Ugh, I'm nervous... . "Why are you so nervous?"

"me too."

"I have to do something to soothe this feeling. Should I give you a high five?"

He clashed his palms with the shivering Bijou and gave an aaaah.

I'm so nervous.

-That senior... ... .

A conversation I had with trainees a while ago came to mind.

Sometimes, when I bring grilled meat to trainees, I consult with them about their concerns, but in general, the trainees' concerns are similar.

When it comes time for the monthly evaluation, I get so nervous that I take Cheongsimhwan. Is there a way to not get nervous?

-Time is the answer.

-Only time can solve the problem. As you gain more experience, you will be a little less nervous.

-Then you can be like us. Huhuhuhu!

... He pretended to be cool and gave me advice.

What was actually in the car heading to the concert hall was a group of 5 people wearing hoodies and whining with swollen faces.

"Uh oh... ... ."

"Why do I get so nervous when the comeback day comes?"

"That's the mystery."

As you gain experience, you become immune to most things.

Go up on the podium and deliver your acceptance speech, or brazenly show off your personal skills in front of others.

However, no matter how much experience I gained in performing, the nervousness did not change.

"I guess it's because it's my main job."

Rihyuk said, pulling the hood string like a raincoat boy.

"And I think it's because the venue this time is like a concert hall."

"I know."

The place where the comeback showcase was held today was Gocheok Dome.

It was a huge event with approximately 20,000 people participating.

Unlike the special album Goblin, it was also a regular album performance, and more importantly, there were too many people to be drawn this time.

There is a draw for almost all soufflés, but with thousands of people, it's a situation where it's a question of whose nose it is for.

"and. "It's really a tough time."

"It means that the times are different and that you are very fortunate."

"yes."

"okay. "Let's try not to use idioms for at least one day."

He patted the youngest child's back and smiled.

Still, people with these types of personalities tend to be stubborn and say, "I'll do whatever I want," but my child listens really well.

"I know myself very well. "I know I couldn't have come this far on my own."

"Let's use the word head, not head."

"Ah, I guess it's because I've been chatting with Teens kids lately."

Now that I think about it, I guess they are doing well.

These were the Teen Spirit members who promised to buy the album last time, saying that they would make a million copies.

Of course, not 6 but 5.

-It was a really painful memory for us.

-If it wasn't for Choi Ae, I would have been beaten up by the fans.

-after. I'm glad you're my favorite... ... .

We haven't been able to see each other since we've been busy these days, but when the time comes after our comeback, I'll probably invite you to my house sometime soon.

The same goes for Taehyun, who sent me a message congratulating me on my comeback.

It was a time when I decided to take care of the people around me that I had not been able to take care of while working on the album.

"I heard that will come out later today as well."

Junghyun said, munching on his morning jelly.

"What is it? I heard that nominations will be announced at the Billboard Awards. "I think our name will be in there."

"Oooh."

"There was a bit of a blue moon."

The Billboard Awards are announcing this year's nominees.

I heard that it is likely that Blue Moon will be a candidate in the collaboration category.

I don't know if I'll even perform yet... Maybe it's possible?

I heard that stock prices rose in the U.S. after the Kids' Choice Awards. As the response among children is so strong, adults are also being forced to hear our name.

"We're like Pororo. Children play Pororo! So adults have no choice but to find out."

"Huh... ... ."

"But how could we get to Senior Po's stronghold..." ... ."

"That's a bit like that."

While we were talking and laughing, Gocheok Dome slowly got closer.

Everyone took off their hoods one by one.

The colors of this album are pastel tones on white.

Jiho was neatly dyed brown, and Biju was dyed light pink. Rihyuk is orange.

Junghyun dyed his hair ash gray and even I dyed my hair gold.

"It's colorful. "Our five brothers."

Although dyeing my hair was a big pain, I was satisfied with it.

It's a little crumbly and shabby right now, but with the help of experts, it will soon become soft and fluffy.

Leehyuk said while looking at my hair.

"I think so, uncle. that."

"what?"

"Corn silk."

"... ... ."

The younger members clapped and loved what Lee Hyuk said. The manager, Minsu, who was driving the vehicle, looked at my head and raised his eyebrows.

"Mr. Minsu... ?"

"sorry. Well, the expression is so appropriate... ... ."

"no. "That's not it."

I said with a smile.

"You can smile comfortably."

"ah... Is that so?"

"yes. It seems like you're being cautious, so there's no need to be so... ... ."

"Wahahahahahahah!"

A hearty laugh bursts out immediately.

Should I ask you to be a little more careful?

As my eyes began to narrow, Wonseok said.

"be careful. Minsu. "There's that petty spaceship expression again."

"Oh."

"You have to be careful. "The universe remembers until the end of the Earth."

"okay... ."

"okay. "That is the universe."

I shook my head as I looked at my manager who proudly explained things for me.

Eventually, we arrived at the concert hall and had time to rehearse the events that would be held in today's performance, including Coin's stage.

And among them, there was the corner we were most looking forward to.

"I want to present the award quickly."

"Big."

"If I give you a trophy, Soufflé will really like it, right?"

Today's showcase, attended by 20,000 people, also had a very special corner prepared.

-ruler. Then there will be an awards ceremony.

It was an awards ceremony where we directly awarded trophies to the soufflés.

* * *

Same time.

While the soufflés are getting dressed up to attend Coin's showcase to be held at Gocheok Dome.

"... ... ."

"... ... ."

There were people who felt at a loss while looking at their cell phone screens.

[congratulations! We sincerely congratulate you on winning the showcase application for New Black's 2nd full-length album 'Hello, WOrLD'!]

When I heard that I had won the showcase, I was overjoyed.

But the moment I saw another text message after that, my heart sank! I had no choice but to sit down.

[congratulations! You have been nominated for the 1st Soufflé Awards hosted by New Black! Really congratulations! ^^]

Choi Ae receives a trophy in front of 20,000 people.

Just imagine... It wasn't a bad sight, but the problem was the image file attached to it.

A summary of award candidates.

[Yikes! I cleared Stage 1 slower than the universe!]

☆ Effort Award!

– (ID: Seonwooju Game Unknown), who has a unique record of scoring lower than the universe!

[It was over before it startedㅠㅠ]

☆ Speed ​​Award!

– (ID: My life is tough), whose game was over in 10 seconds!

[Thank you for making us shine... Uh huh? It's dazzling!]

☆ More than fireflies!

– (ID: Lighthouse Keeper), the customer who purchased the most light sticks in the New Black Store!

"... ... ."

"... ... ."

Dark clouds began to form on the faces of the winners who automatically won the showcase.