A New Career Singer Who Can Read The Future [EN]: Chapter 200

Lee-rae mentioned that he was staying in Los Angeles, USA.

Do-hyun proposed a meeting after the World Cup schedule was over.

Lee-rae agreed.

In the meantime… the opening day of the World Cup finally arrived.

Despite having performed on stadium stages countless times, Do-hyun felt a surge of nerves.

Previously, his stages were for his fans and fellow celebrities, but this time, he was delivering a message of unity to the entire world!

He took extra care, even during rehearsals.

Especially since it was a live performance, he had to pay close attention to the sound system.

After rehearsing a staggering ten times, Do-hyun came down from the stage.

Do-hyun tried to regain his composure as much as possible until the opening ceremony began.

“Wow… Do-hyun. Thanks to you, I get to see the opening ceremony today.”

Most of the managers were soccer fanatics.

Among them, Do-hyun’s manager was such a die-hard fan that he even watched overseas soccer games religiously.

After finishing the opening ceremony stage, Do-hyun was scheduled to move to the audience seats to watch the game.

It was only natural that seats were also arranged for the staff.

“Gentlemen, enjoy the soccer game! I, Na Do-hyun, am treating!”

Everyone laughed at Do-hyun’s playful remark.

“I’ll enjoy the soccer game. I never imagined I would get to see the 2026 World Cup opening game in person. And our country’s schedule is also set up for in-person viewing, right?”

As the World Cup ambassador, Do-hyun was given the opportunity to watch all of South Korea’s group stage matches in person.

FIFA [Fédération Internationale de Football Association, the international governing body of association football] had specially considered Do-hyun’s position. The Korean government was also paying close attention to this.

“That’s right. You guys know better than I do… Seeing you confirm it makes me think you’re just so happy you don’t know what to do?”

“That’s right. We’re just honored to be able to watch it in person thanks to you. Besides, we had a bitter experience of being eliminated in the round of 16 in the last World Cup… This World Cup…”

“Shhh. You know that’s a secret, right? I don’t want to go on another program with tarot readings for no reason!”

“Why? What’s wrong with that? Your tarot readings are always spot on, so there might be people who are looking forward to it.”

Even without that, many people were asking Do-hyun on his social media whether South Korea would be able to pass the group stage this time, and if they did, how far they would go.

Of course, Do-hyun did not make any official statements.

Since the manager kept his mouth shut, Do-hyun’s prediction of reaching the semi-finals did not leak out.

Do-hyun checked his social media on his phone even while getting his makeup done.

Messages poured in, including messages of support, predictions of the score for today’s game, and even people saying they intended to buy lottery tickets.

“So many different messages are pouring in. Everyone knows I’m good at tarot readings… They must think I already know the results. But I haven’t even predicted today’s host country’s game. I only know the results of the Korean games.”

“…Come to think of it, knowing that is still something. How about placing a bet?”

“I haven’t seen the details for each game. And… I also think it’s not right to use tarot for that kind of thing. Of course, I could win a lot of money if I bet.”

To Do-hyun’s answer, the manager casually told him to try it once.

Nevertheless, Do-hyun clearly stated that he would not do it.

“I won’t do it. If I use this inherited ability for that kind of thing, my grandfather will get angry and appear in my dreams. Anyway… no, never mind.”

When Do-hyun stopped talking, the managers were curious about the rest of the story.

“Why, what is it? You know that stopping in the middle of a story really makes us curious, right?”

“It’s a secret. Haaam….”

Do-hyun pretended not to know.

The sound of the managers talking among themselves could be heard.

The story was that they would bet on South Korea.

“Do-hyun. Then just give me a tarot reading for this one thing.”

One of the managers said.

“I won’t accept any questions related to Korea!”

“Tsk… I was going to ask if Korea would win the first game….”

“I told you, I haven’t seen the details.”

“But if you were to say it with a vague feeling?”

“Can I really just say it based on a feeling? Don’t blame me if you lose the bet. If you promise this, I can tell you what comes to mind.”

“Hmm… tell me that much. Who knows? Maybe that bet will be successful.”

Do-hyun hesitated for a moment and then said.

“My feeling is… the first game will be a draw, and we’ll win the second and third games. We’ll advance as the top of the group. Then we’ll break through the round of 16, break through the quarter-finals, and reach the semi-finals. Is that enough?”

Do-hyun thought that this much was okay since he was speaking as one of the citizens, not using tarot readings.

“Okay! That’s good enough! Then I’ll trust you and place a bet!”

“Thanks, Do-hyun… It’s an honor to watch it in person… I heard that our citizens had a hard time getting tickets for the North American World Cup… Thanks to you, I can easily place a bet.”

“But, gentlemen. Aren’t you not expecting too much from my stage today?”

Do-hyun said as if he was feeling sorry.

The managers laughed at those words.

“No, we’re acting like this because we know you’ll do well even without watching. If we thought you wouldn’t do well, would we be here like this?”

That was obvious.

If Do-hyun didn’t seem like he could pull off the stage properly, this relaxed atmosphere in the waiting room would have been unimaginable.

It was then.

A staff member with a camcorder approached and asked Do-hyun to predict the results of South Korea’s games.

“When are you planning to upload it to YouTube?”

“After the first game?”

“Then, as a citizen, I dare to say that we’ll advance to the semi-finals with my wishes.”

Do-hyun said to the camcorder.

The staff member was pleased with those words and asked if he was sure.

“Of course. I’m sure. I’m sure that South Korea will achieve the feat of reaching the semi-finals in this World Cup. Just trust me!”

Do-hyun said confidently.

“Did you see a tarot reading?”

“Hmm… I don’t think this should be broadcast? Because there will be people who bet because of me! Everyone, just trust me! That’s all I can say!”

“Hahaha… I understand. You’re a thorough man! I understand!”

As the staff member turned the camcorder in another direction, Do-hyun muttered.

“…But what if a lot of people bet on South Korea reaching the semi-finals after watching this video….”

Do-hyun’s manager said, worried.

“Don’t worry. Even if your tarot readings are always spot on… I doubt that will happen?”

“There are still a few days left until our game, but I’m still worried. I’m worried that people will start gambling because of me….”

“Hey, I doubt that will happen? Let’s focus on today’s stage first.”

* * *

That’s how the World Cup opening ceremony began.

The symbols of Canada, the United States, and Mexico appeared, and the opening ceremony proceeded with the image of harmony between the world and all races.

Do-hyun was wearing his in-ear monitors and changing into his stage costume while waiting.

He was scheduled to decorate the stage with about 50 dancers.

“…Hoo. Hoo. Aaaaaah!”

Do-hyun raised his voice.

He was taking the time to warm up his voice.

Even though he had sung and danced several times in the waiting room, he couldn’t help but feel nervous as the time approached.

“Do-hyun, are you ready? You’ll be on in 1 minute!”

“Yes. I’m ready!”

“Starting the countdown.”

The area below the stage was very busy.

So much so that he thought he might lose his mind if he wasn’t careful.

Do-hyun listened intently to every conversation the staff members were having.

As he listened, Do-hyun took the lift onto the stage at the scheduled time.

Waaaaaaaah!

Dooooo-hyuuuuuuun!

He could hear his name being called amidst the many sounds.

It was truly touching.

Amidst the opening of that emotion….

As Do-hyun stood on the stage, he began to sing with a relaxed expression, as if the nervousness from before had disappeared.

His sweet singing voice echoed through the World Cup stadium.

Soccer fans, Do-hyun’s fans, and many other people who came to watch the opening ceremony were focused on Do-hyun.

Do-hyun was clearly feeling that he was born to be on stage.

As he sang in harmony with many people, he felt as if he had become a part of the game.

On top of that, the sound accident he had been worried about.

He didn’t have to worry about that.

The sound condition was much better than during the rehearsal.

Satisfied, he completed the stage in 3 minutes.

The short time passed, and Do-hyun took the lift down from the stage.

As soon as he came down, he noticed a staff member with a camcorder filming him.

“Do-hyun, a word of your impressions.”

“Thank you so much! I will never forget today’s memory! I hope everyone who watched the stage is happy!”

“Do-hyun, you really killed it on stage today. You were really cool.”

The managers rushed over and shared their impressions.

“Do-hyun, you worked hard! As expected, you’re living up to your reputation! A singer who is even stronger in live performances… Thank you for decorating the opening ceremony so wonderfully today!”

“No. It was possible because there were so many people who helped me not make mistakes.”

Do-hyun knew that he had to be humble, especially at times like this.

As such, Do-hyun moved to the waiting room while receiving thank you greetings from the staff.

As soon as he sat down on the waiting room chair, he felt like his energy was draining away.

“Wow… Gentlemen. I guess I was really nervous, even though I didn’t seem like it… Now that the stage is over, I feel like my energy is draining away… I can’t come to my senses.”

He felt dizzy.

He had clearly enjoyed the stage while he was on it, but after coming down, he realized that even that was tension.

As Do-hyun hugged a cushion and buried his face in it, the manager brought him water.

“Let’s drink this and get your senses back. You have to go see the game.”

“We also have to meet the national team. We have to greet them. That way, we can promote our country and receive a lot of attention.”

Meeting with the national team players was also one of the scheduled events.

This World Cup schedule was busier than he had expected.

Watching the opening ceremony game, watching the Korean games, and meeting with the national team players before that.

It was truly a hectic schedule.

“Let’s go see the game when your body calms down. I think it’s better to go quickly.”

“Yes, hyung [older brother or male friend], Do you have any sports drinks by any chance?”

“Unfortunately, we don’t have any sports drinks. I should have prepared that.”

“It’s okay. I’ll drink water.”

Do-hyun drank the prepared water.

After about 10 minutes, when he calmed down, Do-hyun moved to watch the game.

He was accompanied by numerous bodyguards.

As Do-hyun entered the stadium, many people took out their cameras and filmed him.

Do-hyun waved and greeted each camera.

Then, he took his seat and watched the remaining opening ceremony stage.

At that time.

“Do-hyunaaaaaaa!”

Another familiar voice was heard.

He felt like he knew it even without looking.

That it was Yoo Hana’s voice.

Do-hyun turned his head towards the voice.

Yoo Hana was sitting there with a large camera.

Do-hyun smiled at the camera.

His reliable ally was there.