The Divine Genius’s Game Broadcasting Chapter 451

Episode 451 – Welcome to Purple Office (3)

The afternoon workday went smoothly.

“How much research have you done?”

“No, bro. There’s a price tag.”

“Hey, don’t you see the line here? It’s time to sit down.”

Genome leisurely teased his fans. Other employees, whom he had become close with, joined in the fun.

“Brother, if you keep doing that, I’ll send you back to inventory management.”

“Ah! Oppa, stop playing and do some work!”

“Oh, yes.”

The sight made fans and viewers alike burst into laughter.

-What the heck is that lol

-???: Hey, Mr. Ji! Be quiet and do your work!

-Is there a store where the part-time workers are more competent than the regular employees?

-Part-timers, you've completely gotten used to that guy ㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Just like a current player, let's see the tiki-taka lol

-5252, I thought you wouldn't get fired just because you're a full-time employee!

-If it's a black company, it's a one-shot deal lol

While they were happily working, laughing and chatting, an employee who was restocking the store hurriedly approached the cash register.

“Is there anyone here who can speak Japanese?”

“Huh? Why are you suddenly speaking Japanese?”

Genome's eyes widened. But before he could continue his explanation, he grasped the situation.

It was thanks to this that I noticed a woman standing beyond the shelves, near the entrance. Her face was covered by a mask, and she, like the other fans, was wearing a Perfect Hoodie.

“Wow, those accessories are amazing⋯?”

But everything else was extraordinary. She had blonde hair, a chalk on her neck, rings on her hands, and gorgeous nail art.

She had several thin bracelets stacked on top of each other, and her bag was lined with dolls. One of them was a Gemalkon figure.

-Oh my gosh, anyone can tell that this is Japanese!

-A real Japanese fan came all the way to Korea?

-Proof of world class ㅁㅊㄷㅁㅊㅇ

-It feels like something is really strong;;;

-I'm confident I can open my eyes in 3 seconds if I stand in front of someone.

The staff members were as shocked as the viewers.

“Oh, I don’t know Japanese very well.”

“Well, wouldn’t it be okay if I explained it to you in English?”

“Do you speak English?”

"Hey, don't worry! You don't have to be intimidated just because you're a foreigner. I'm a full-time employee, so I'll take care of it."

Genome immediately calmed the other employees and went to the cash register. The viewers were astonished.

-Did you know that guy can speak Japanese too?

-5252, Are you showing off your skills honed through anime?

-So you found out that he was a secret fan?

-What are you doing! Call me NDS!

-Hey, hey, am I supposed to be an interpreter?⋯!

-This isn't that kind of room^^

Genome, who was standing in front of Japanese fans who were absorbed in the spectacle, immediately opened his mouth.

“Sumimasen, Koitsu follow moving Onegaishimasu!”

Despite his confident voice, the words that came out were a jumble of words of unknown nationality.

-Oh my gosh lol

-Hey lol did you come back lol

-What's wrong with Koitsu's appearance? LOL

-Chuitswww Calling the person in front of me Koitsuwww

-What the heck is follow moving?

-I understand why you're getting the King lol

-How can you say that to follow the person in front of you like that!

-Hyung⋯! I'm so⋯ so embarrassed⋯! Please save me⋯!

-Is this⋯ the spirit of a full-time employee?

-Isn't this a show of force, not a show of defiance?

While the viewers laughed at him, the startled Japanese fan just stared blankly at Genome.

“Huh? Huh…? Mr. Jinomu?!”

Soon, tears welled up in his wide eyes.

“Huh? What? Why are you crying all of a sudden?!”

Although he was a guy who boasted of his impudence, he couldn't help but be flustered by the sight of a fan suddenly shedding tears.

-Oh, you fucking punk!

-Oh, of all people, it was my brother who spoke to me!

-Tsk tsk I knew you'd think of me!

-???: Eek?! How can such an ugly person talk to me ㅠㅠㅠ

-Are you crying because it's so ugly?

-Oh lol If another part-timer had talked to me I wouldn't have cried lol

-But seriously, why are you crying;;;

-Aren't you surprised by my strange words?

-I think I recognize this guy from the way you said his name.

The viewers were playfully teasing him, but their concerns were equally worrying. When Genome panicked, the fan immediately waved his hand away, wiping away tears.

“Oh, I’m sorry. Oh, really, really, see you at Purge Day? Gando, Gando? I’ll do it.”

Despite her awkward pronunciation, she tried to communicate in Korean step by step. Thanks to this, it wasn't difficult to understand the situation.

At this, Genome commented with relief.

"Ah, tears of emotion! Phew, I thought I was going to have to retire right away."

-Oh my gosh hahaha did you cry when you saw the members of Purge Day?

-I'm a huge fan of Korean too, lol

-I came all the way across the ocean, but I feel like crying when I meet someone I saw on TV lol

-Ah haha, Kabi haha, it was a chance to retire naturally

-Actually, wasn't that person the one who covered it?

-???: It's ugly, but can you let me see you just this once?

-Here, the guy who got the Purple Coin benefits?

-Hyung, you really have to buy a god plate every day, Imari.

The viewers were relieved and teased Genome. He was about to react as usual, but decided to change the subject, fearing that it would surprise Japanese fans again.

"Oh, your Korean is really good! You're truly amazing. I'm sure our boss will be very happy to see you."

Isn't praise enough to make even a whale dance? But even that only makes sense if the person receiving it understands it.

"Uh, I'm sorry. Demo Genome-san, hurry up. Yeokushi Techaif!"

Instead, she returned the compliment to Genome. As viewers laughed, Genome explained, adding body language to the mix.

"No, that's not it. Hey, you! Speak Korean, awesome! Boss, Purple Happy Happy! Hey, I'm watching you!"

-No pleaseㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

-Oh my god, I'm dying, seriously lol

-What kind of God player is Big Brother? LOL

-???: Perfect Boss Watching You

-Now, there's nothing but sugoi in Japanese lol

-Ah happy happy f*ck I burst out laughingㅋㅋㅋ

-Did you only learn how to use a percussion instrument? LOL!

-What is Chujagam? ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

Fortunately, perhaps the message had reached her. Tears welled up in her wide eyes once again.

“Huh? Huh? Honto? Papuru-san, Mitteru? Camera?”

Even though he was wearing a mask, he covered his mouth with both hands as if he couldn't believe it, and eventually tears flowed down his cheeks.

-Oh, that bastard cried again!

-5252, Tchoi-ip! I'm going to go!

-Kissamaaaaaaa!

-T-shirts are useless in front of foreigners, right?

-It wasn't a laughing bell, it was a tear bell?

-Oh my gosh, you're such a diehard fan, seriously.

-Really ㅋㅋ You're smiling but tears are falling ㅋㅋㅋ

She asked in a trembling voice while the viewers teased her about her genome.

"Ano Hontoni, Iyaiya, is that the whole story? Mr. Papuru? Shunko, this is impossible. My heart is going to burst⋯"

“Ooh, it’s over! Deep breath, okay? Hehe, haha, you know?”

“Ah, wakarimasu. I see. Phew⋯”

Genome calmed her, Shunko, and didn't forget his work. He guided her step by step, leading her through the ropes and adding explanations.

"Well, that's right. You can say nandemo to boss! Everyone, dekimasu! Okay? Just nandemo go go!"

-Is this a slang term?

-As you listen, you get used to it?

-I hate that I have to interpret all of this⋯

-Wow, foreign languages are really all about confidence.

-Oh, lol, that's right lol

-But why am I so angry? Is it just me!?

-This is the level of entry required, Imari

The chat room was filled with laughter. Meanwhile, Shunko opened her mouth with a tense expression.

"Well, I speak Korean. I'll tell you everything. So, I'll speak Japanese."

“Oh, okay, okay. Are you ready? Of course, station!”

Genome nodded readily and held up the camera.

“Hey, Papuru-san. I’m so sorry. I’m …

Unlike Korean, the camera captured her happy smile visible even through her mask, along with her fluent Japanese.

Although Genome and most viewers did not understand the meaning.

-Oh… This is really good

-What is it?! Tell us too!

-Translation) Purple, my name is Shunko.

-Yeah, I got that far.

-Translation) Until now, I thought you were a person who deserved to be loved.

-Oh lol, is that what you meant by Anatha?

(Translation) Mr. Purple is a person who not only receives love, but also gives love in return.

-Wow hahaha you saw it right

-Are you sure that's true?

(Translation) Please continue broadcasting like this from now on.

-Thank you, interpreter!

-Ms. Shunko is indeed an overseas Korean!

-???: If you speak Korean and think like a Korean, then what else could you be if not Korean?

Thanks to the help of several viewers, the interpretation was quickly completed, and viewers were very satisfied.

['Perfect Play' donated 10,000 won!]

[I'm sorry, but that can't be done.]

When Lee Kyung-bok replied with a message of support, everyone's eyes widened.

“Eh? What’s wrong with your forehead? What’s wrong with you?!”

“Oh, that’s…”

Genome paused for a moment.

Why was Lee Kyung-bok suddenly saying something like that? But there was still one more sponsor left.

['Perfect Play' donated 10,000 won!]

[It's a shame if it stays the same, right? I'll work hard to make it even more enjoyable in the future. Ji, please interpret!]

The message came again, and it was longer than before, so Shunko looked around anxiously.

Only after Genome burst into laughter did her expression soften.

“No, another curve like this?! What are the interpreters doing!”

-Ah haha, please translate it quickly!

-Business process: CEO > Employees > Shareholders

-Hyung? Is this right? Something feels off?

-Isn't this a common black corporate subcontracting practice?

-In a black company, shareholders do the work, isn't that common sense?

The viewers laughed happily at him. Genome selected the newly uploaded translation and read it.

“Huh? Where is it⋯?”

She was shocked by the first sponsorship interpretation, but when she heard the next sponsorship, she ended up crying.

“Arienaiyo! Shinjirare nainda yo! Papuru-san, the last day of the month! Shunko, shiawasede shinukamo shirenai yo⋯!”

-Translation) What? Do you believe me? Godful is totally new! Will Shunko die happily?

-Oh my gosh lol What is compressed interpretation lol

-But it was fast, right?

-Am I feeling all joking because I'm so touched?

-Really ㅋㅋ Look at the other people next to you looking at you with a smile

-Ah haha I understand everything haha

Genome quickly handed over a tissue from another employee.

“It’s simple⋯”

"Hah, it's a good thing we're recording. If someone I don't know had seen this, I'd be considered a total idiot."

When Genome made his comment, viewers translated it for him. Hearing this, Shunko laughed while crying.

“Anyway, welcome to Purple Office!”

Genome smiled brightly and gave a thumbs up.

* * *

Genome, having resolved several other incidents, was finally able to catch his breath.

“Wow, I’m getting used to dealing with Japanese guests.”

“That’s right. Brother, you speak Japanese really well.”

There were quite a few fans from Japan, and Genome successfully accommodated them all.

"Wow, this is truly a spectacular day. What else could there be?"

-Oh no, lol. You shouldn't say things like that while working!

-Self flag here?

-???: Did you get rid of it?

-Summon the Calm Before the Storm!

-Ah haha this guy did it again

When the viewers immediately took the opportunity to tease him, Genome just laughed.

"No, what kind of battle is this? What kind of kingchi got here? I told you it's time to take it easy now."

“Brother! Brother!”

As soon as those words left his mouth, the employee in charge of inventory management in the warehouse ran out.

Genome's eyes widened at the urgent expression.

“Why? What is it? Why are you doing that?!”

“There’s not much stock left.”

At those words, all the other employees beside him, including Genome, turned their eyes to their watches.

"already?"

“It’s not even 4 o’clock yet…?”

“Isn’t it closing at 8?”

The department store closed at 8 p.m., but the line still seemed endless. But there were already signs that the stock was running low.

-It's already sold out?

-What was meant to happen has come?

-Oh my gosh lol so quickly?

-Ah haha, that's why that ugly guy got hit!

-What is the speed of double-track recovery?

-It's all the temple's fault!

-No;;; Seriously, what about the people who are waiting?

-But wouldn't you expect it to be like that if it's a god-like level?

The chat room was divided between half-joking and half-concerned reactions. Genome rolled his eyes with a serious expression.

"Hey, look at the checkout counter here. First, I need to accurately assess the entire inventory and provide guidance to fans who can't buy anything."

“Guide?”

"Of course, paper certificates and photo zones are valuable, but there will also be many who want to purchase merchandise on-site. Those people might come back another day, right? We need to provide guidance first so fans can make their own decisions."

“Oh, yes, I understand!”

Genome and his staff moved quickly, and viewers expressed satisfaction with their response.

-Wow hahaha that's right!

-5252, is the genie back?

-When this guy is serious, he does it well!

-Change of stance, huh? Lol

-What the heck is this real full-time employee move!

-Are you too quick to judge?

After determining the quantity, the staff and the staff immediately went outside and counted the number of people waiting in line.

So we finally reached the point where we couldn't buy anything.

“Oh, really⋯?”

“Oh? It’s Genome Hyung!”

“Interview?”

There were some fans who were already disappointed because they had seen the broadcast, but most of them welcomed his appearance, seemingly unaware of the situation.

In front of him, the genie bowed his head respectfully, his smile fading.

"We sincerely apologize. Due to a current inventory shortage, customers behind this line may not be able to purchase goods."

"omg?"

“Ah⋯”

"already?"

His words drew sighs from all sides. Even fans barely within the purchasing range weren't exactly thrilled.

"However, this assumes that the previous customers will purchase each item individually. The selection of items is diverse, and each item is limited to one per person. Therefore, if you wait, you may be able to purchase some items. However, it may not be the item you want."

“Huh⋯?”

“Then can I live?”

“Oh, this is really ambiguous⋯”

Not all items were in stock. I couldn't be sure, because inventory would change depending on what the person before me bought.

-Oh, right. There might be some left.

-This makes the decision more difficult.

-Hope counseling is too harsh

-I've been waiting for a long time already, so if it's not here, I'll really lose my energy.

-But I expected it to sell out;;

-No lol you probably didn't know that was in front of you

Genome didn't leave the spot with a stern expression.

'If you notify me and just go back, you'll get cursed at more.'

Even though it was something I did with the broadcast angle in mind, I still feel responsible since I stepped forward as an employee.

If some fans complained, I would apologize to them again.

But strangely enough.

“I had a feeling it would be like this.”

“It’s a shame, but there’s nothing we can do about it.”

“If it sells out, won’t the line move faster?”

Even if they felt regretful, no one complained. No one left the line, saying it was a wasted effort.

Every single person was in their place.

“Hey, Genome!”

Just then, someone cautiously raised his hand and called him. Genome braced himself and turned his eyes.

“But can I still use the paper certificates and photo zone until the store closes?”

“Yes? Oh, that’s possible.”

At his confirmation, the other fans all nodded their heads.

“Then what happens?”

“It won’t be available tomorrow, but will it be in stock in about four days?”

“Wouldn’t it be okay to just avoid weekends?”

Not only Genome but also the viewers expressed their admiration at the sight.

-Ah haha this is it haha

-You're already expecting it to sell out, so you're mentally strong, right?

-The space called Purple Office is more important than the goods, Imari.

-Really lol You can order goods from Shop Fandom

-The pop-up store is a limited-time event?!

-Even if I go back now and come back, I'll have to stand in line again.

-Really lol. It would be better to receive the securities first and then take a verification shot.

-But it's great that you accepted it lol

Genome smiled involuntarily, then regained control of his expression and lowered his head.

“Thank you for your understanding. We apologize for any inconvenience.”

“Brother, it’s okay!”

“Really, it’s not like it’s anyone’s fault!”

“Hyung! I can’t get used to it, so put me in clumsy mode!”

He joked with the fans, seemingly trying to ease their worries. Genome considered reacting, but held back.

He bowed again, expressed his gratitude, and turned back to the store. He spoke to the camera with a much more relaxed expression.

“Wow, I’m so proud. Isn’t this the perfect fan?”

It wasn't just the streamers who were proud.

* * *

Around the same time, Shop Fandom's headquarters.

"That's it! You see, everyone? This is definitely sold out!"

The representative applauded excitedly.

This purchase of goods also had to be reflected in the paper certificate, so all purchase records were linked.

Thanks to this, Shop Fandom was able to know the sales and inventory levels more clearly than at the pop-up store.

"Everyone, you've all worked so hard! The continuous overtime was worth it!"

“Wow, this is really awesome.”

“As expected, it’s perfect goods.”

“Huh, at this point, I guess I’ll just go take a certification shot rather than buy it.”

All the employees cheered at the CEO's encouragement and each shared their thoughts.

The representative looked at this with satisfaction and then touched his chin.

"Ha, it's really good now, but I keep getting greedy. Kokukiya is in charge of the figures, so there's nothing I can do, but isn't there another way to do the embroidered shirts?"

"yes?"

"No, but wouldn't it be disheartening if fans went home empty-handed? I was wondering if there was any way to increase production of embroidered shirts."

The MD team leader, who had been clapping along, looked momentarily embarrassed. But soon he nodded with a determined expression.

“There’s still quite a bit of time left on the schedule. I’ll try to arrange it.”

"Yes, please. Oh, but you know the quality can't be bad, right? It's better to not sell at all than to have different products for different fans. That's the worst."

“Yes, of course.”

The team leader responded and gave instructions to several employees. Soon, he and his employees began making quick calls.

The representative nodded at the sight and quickly answered the phone as he felt a vibration.

“Oh my, Purple!”

<Oh, Mr. Kwon, is it okay to talk on the phone?>

"Of course! Oh, and congratulations on selling out! And not just one, but all of our locations are expected to sell out!"

Before asking about Lee Gyeong-bok's business, the representative wanted to deliver some good news first.

Lee Kyung-bok smiled and thanked him.

<Thanks to the help from Shop Fandom.>

“Oh, no. In fact, thanks to you, we hit the jackpot.”

<Yes, since we're already talking about it being sold out, is there any way to get more goods?>

"Oh, that's right. I was just thinking about that. That's why I gave the order just now."

Lee Kyung-bok shared the same thoughts. The CEO briefly explained his response.

<Thank you for your quick response. However… I guess I'm not sure if this will work or not.>

"Yes, that's right. This was truly our oversight. We should have at least prepared more for the shirts."

"No, no, that's not what I meant. If you increase production too quickly and the unit price changes, that's another problem, right? We're all trying to make things work out, so don't worry too much."

A smile naturally appeared on the CEO's face at Lee Kyung-bok's persuasion.

<So, I've been thinking about something else. While the goods are great, I thought it might be a good idea to make the visit even more worthwhile.>

The representative had a hunch.

The reason Lee Kyung-bok called was clear: this was the main point. But what other option was there?

“Oh, is there any other way besides stocks and photo zones?”

As a representative, I already felt I had enough, and I figured there were no other options. But since it was Lee Kyung-bok, I naturally felt hopeful.

Yes. Well, I'm a bit cautious since it was a favor from the CEO. There's a 1:1 Permusae figurine in the photo zone, right? What do you plan to do with it after the pop-up store closes?

“Oh, that’s⋯”

The representative was momentarily speechless.

When producing, I only considered Lee Kyung-bok's popularity and the viewers' satisfaction. No other considerations were given to subsequent dispositions.

<If you don't have anything in mind, I thought it would be a good idea to give it to the fans who visit through a raffle.>

“Ah⋯!”

The representative's eyes lit up.

I felt like my mind was brightened by Lee Gyeong-bok's words.

"Wow, that's great! Now that you can link your accounts, collecting logs isn't difficult. And wow, they're offering a limited-edition raffle! This is like winning the lottery for fans!"

Just as buying a lottery ticket makes you happy until the drawing day, fans who visit a pop-up store will be filled with anticipation until the end of the operation.

<Haha, thank you for your kind words. Then, can I understand that we should proceed like that?>

“Oh, of course!”

"Okay. I'll announce this on the air. Please just edit the on-site announcement and the website announcement."

“Yes, yes, just leave it to me!”

<Yes, thank you.>

As soon as Lee Kyung-bok finished the call, the CEO immediately let out a sigh.

“Hah… I told you, you’re really amazing.”

At first, I thought that Lee Gyeong-bok had the same thoughts as me.

But that was a mistake.

'A businessman like me would never think of that.'

While he focused on selling merchandise, Lee Kyung-bok was different. He prioritized satisfying his fans.

Lee Kyung-bok was a businessman and a streamer.

'I said the fundamentals don't go anywhere.'

It was still closer to the latter.