The Story About How I Was Fired From My Company and Then Picked up by a Possessive Streamer With Over 5 Million Subscribers - Chapter 169-169

Chapter 168: The Stream Begins

The screen displays the words “Waiting.”

Even though the stream hasn’t started yet, the comment section is already flooding like a storm, and the number of people waiting has reached close to 100,000.

Able Corporation is a company with a small but elite group of streamers, each with their own unique personality and a large fanbase.

Now, their grand project was about to begin.

As the stream was just about to start, a countdown appeared on the screen.

“Whoooa!!!”

“It’s here, it’s here!!”

“Oh damn… My heart’s racing.”

The viewers’ excitement had already reached its peak. The grand BGM and the slowly approaching start of the stream only fueled the anticipation.

5… 4… 3… 2… 1… 0.

The moment the countdown hit zero, the BGM that had been playing quietly faded out.

Some viewers felt a sense of unease, while others silently watched, each with their own thoughts.

For a while, the screen remained pitch black. Then, three spotlights converged to illuminate someone.

Standing there was a woman with silver hair flowing behind her.

“Whoa!?”

“No way… is that…!”

“That’s Scarlet…!!”

“And in 3D!!”

Viewers with sharp intuition and longtime fans of the streams erupted with excitement.

Scarlet—Rinmei Sumeragi—slowly opened her closed eyes and, as if signaling the start of something, snapped her fingers.

At that moment, the music resumed.

But this time, the viewers’ excitement soared even higher. And it was only natural. Because the song playing now was…

“Blue Marine!!!”

A single viewer’s comment spread like wildfire.

It was Blue Marine, a song Scarlet had created herself, beloved worldwide.

Now, the song that had taken flight across the world was about to walk alongside Scarlet once again.

“Aaaaaahhh!!!”

“Her voice is still insane…!”

“I think I’m gonna cry… 😭”

The voice of the songstress, as she was called, captivated the audience. But this was only the beginning.

Moving in sync with the rhythm, she showcased the results of her dance training.

Though not particularly intense or technically unique, it was more than enough to move the audience.

Her movements felt like those of someone who had been training every day as part of her routine—proof of Rinmei’s dedication and hard work.

As the song continued to touch the hearts of many, Blue Marine reached its climax.

By the time it ended, the viewers were completely entranced by Scarlet.

“Holy shit…”

“That was incredible.”

“I can die happy now.”

As comments poured in, the screen suddenly went dark again.

Then, a different song began to play. Unlike Blue Marine, it wasn’t a moving ballad but a bright and upbeat melody.

A song that seemed to be themed around the bond between fans.

The screen burst into brightness.

Standing there, alongside Scarlet, were five new-generation rookies—and one more person.

At the center stood a long-haired black-haired avatar.

It was none other than the face of Able Corporation, a woman with over 5 million subscribers… KANNA.

The unexpected appearance sent the viewers into another frenzy.

As the pop rhythm played, Scarlet and the new-generation rookies began to dance.

Unlike before, this performance was filled with excitement and anticipation.

Everyone was drawing in the audience.

Meanwhile, KANNA, standing in the center, barely moved at all. But when the music hit its peak, she put all her effort into dancing.

Her movements were clumsy and not something she’d usually show to others.

But even so, she tried her best for the fans, putting on a performance she had planned together with her team.

“LOL”

“She’s adorable.”

“Dude, I got to see KANNA dance. I can die now.”

“Aoooooooiiiiiiii!!!”

“Ahh, my queen and prince are dancing together!!”

“Rigel and Ren dancing together is hilarious.”

Each viewer reacted differently, but there were no negative comments about the dance.

Everyone was simply enjoying watching their favorite streamers.

At the very end, all of them sent fan service gestures toward the viewers on the screen, and the song came to an end.

“Alright, everyone!!”

“…Able’s grand project.”

“It’s starting now!!”

With the declarations from Sayaka, Rinmei, and Kanna, the project finally began.

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Chapter 169: The Streamers Participating

With the three hosts’ announcement, the dimly lit world under the spotlights transformed completely.

The studio brightened, revealing luxurious decorations. A refined red carpet was laid out in the center, and a dazzling chandelier elegantly cast its glow.

On a silver tray that shimmered under the light, various ingredients were arranged, creating a scene that many had likely seen before.

“Alright, it has finally begun!”

“Brought to you by Able Corporation…!”

“A grand project!!”

At the center of the studio, the spotlight shone on them.

Unlike usual, the Ashida siblings, dressed elegantly in suits and dresses, faced the camera and made their declaration.

“Everyone, first of all, Happy New Year! I’m Soji from Ashida Channel, and I’ll be your host for this grand event…”

“And I’m his sister, Manaka! Nice to meet you all today~!”

With their appearance, the fans’ excitement rose even higher.

After all, both of them were huge creators with over 4 million subscribers each.

Even though it was through a screen, it was impossible for the viewers not to be hyped.

“Man, I’ve been looking forward to this day so much. I was so excited that I could only sleep at night!”

“Uh, that’s just normal. Also, bro, aren’t you way more nervous than usual? You look kinda creepy.”

“No, no, little sister. Anyone would be nervous, right? How are you so calm?”

“I’ve got nerves of steel. Unlike you. Anyway, stop being so stiff already! Get back to normal, and let’s move on to the main topic!”

Despite this being a major event, the Ashida siblings chatted casually, keeping a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere.

One might wonder if this was how hosts should behave, but their easygoing nature was precisely what captivated the viewers.

“Hmm, yeah, you’re right… Alright then, let’s get started! First, let’s introduce the streamers participating in this event!”

The camera view suddenly switched from Soji and Manaka to a group of avatars dressed in various kimonos and dresses.

“Today, we’ll be enjoying this project with these amazing people! First up, let’s introduce the rising stars shaking up the Vtuber scene—our new-generation rookies!”

“Yaaay! Is everyone watching today? I’m the rising star who arrived with the clear blue sky—”

“Ah, Aoi-san. No need for introductions.”

“…What!?”

“We’d love to let everyone introduce themselves, but it would take too much time. You’re all full of energy, and I feel bad, but I have to cut it short. Sorry!”

“Wait, what…? Huh? Are we seriously getting this kind of treatment…?”

“Haha, well, it’s fine, right? Everyone already knows who we are.”

“Exactly. I’m sure the viewers are expecting that, too… Right?”

“Uh, Sakurin…? Pressuring the audience like that isn’t a good idea.”

“Gahaha! Don’t sweat the small stuff! Let’s just have fun, yeah?”

The new-generation rookies, each with their own unique personalities, had all gathered in one place—something rarely seen.

With such a star-studded lineup, the fans were buzzing with excitement.

“Alright, next! As mentioned in the teasers, these three have transformed into Vtuber avatars for today’s event! First up, we have… the slow-talking content creator who gained a loyal fanbase through Yukkuri Manjuu secondary content—Yukkuri commentator, Liana!”

“E-Everyone…! H-hello! I’m Liana, the Yukkuri commentator! Nice to meet you all!”

This was Liana’s first time showing her face—well, her avatar.

Perhaps due to the nerves, she seemed the most anxious among the group.

Inside her heart, excitement and nervousness swirled together, as she never imagined she would get to live out a childhood dream.

The viewers, too, were stunned. Some flooded the chat with “Wait, Liana!?”, while others melted at “Her voice is so cute…!”, showing a variety of reactions.

“Alright, next up! Right at the start of this event, we already got a taste of her worldwide hit song, Blue Marine! Now known as the ‘Songstress’ with a delicate and transparent voice, here she is—Scarlet!”

“…Mm. Hello, everyone.”

Just like when she was off-stream, Scarlet kept her words brief, finishing her introduction with a single sentence.

Among the viewers, her friends reacted with joy at her appearance, while her father, watching from somewhere, couldn’t help but smile.

“And finally! The face of Able Corporation! A gaming powerhouse with pro-level skills and over 5 million fans—let’s welcome the game streamer, KANNA!!”

Without saying anything, KANNA simply waved both hands with a smile through her avatar, which had been made for her by Eiji.

That adorable gesture struck a chord with many viewers, proving just how large and dedicated her fanbase was.

“Today, we’ll be having fun with all the streamers we just introduced! It’s going to be a long event, so we hope you’ll stick with us!”

“Now, let’s get right to it. Time to announce what we’ll be doing today!”

After the introductions, they chatted casually for a while, allowing everyone to relax and enjoy the moment.

A few minutes later, they finally made their big announcement.

“Ranked Challenge—Able Edition!!”