Godsent Top Star [EN]: Chapter 84

New Function (3)

084. New Function (3)

2022.01.23.

The notifications kept popping up relentlessly. [New function available.] [Can be checked upon completion of the request.] It was clear that the condition had been unlocked upon completing the final request. He wanted to check it, but it was impossible because there were people around. ‘But it’s different now.’ No one’s here, this is my chance. Yeon-woo quickly summoned the status window. [New function available.] It was blinking, tempting him to touch it quickly. Wouldn’t it be polite to indulge? As soon as Yeon-woo’s hand touched the air, -Ding! [Checking new function.] [New function ‘Stat Combination’ is available.] “……?” Stat Combination? “What is this……?” Judging by first impressions, it seemed to be related to additional stats. And it was. [Stat Combination][EX] -You can create new stats by combining multiple stats. The combination ratio and grade of the created new stat are assigned randomly. A useful stat might be created……? However, grades higher than the grades of the combined stats will not be created. Note that the stats used in the stat combination will disappear. The content was roughly as expected. Of course, there were some unexpected parts. “EX? What kind of grade is this?” The grades he had seen so far varied greatly, from F grade to S+ grade. But the EX grade was very unfamiliar. “It probably doesn’t mean example……” Yeon-woo, who had been looking at it for a while, decided to skip over it. Well, the important thing wasn’t the grade of ‘Stat Combination.’ What was more important was…… “What’s with the random?” The notification window seemed to have a playful tone. The word ‘random’ and the phrase ‘A useful stat might be created?’ somehow stimulated his competitive spirit. It was as if it was encouraging him to try it once if he was curious. “It means good things might not come out…….” If it goes well, it’s a jackpot, if not, it’s a bust. Moreover, the stats used in the stat combination disappear. That means there’s only one chance. It’s quite risky to blow it away with a random draw. But if he draws well…… ‘A jackpot might come out.’ What immediately comes to mind is the Intent Detection that plays its part properly. What if he combines A-grade Intent Detection with another S-grade stat and S-grade Intent Detection comes out? Bleep! Bleep! The numbers on the connected monitor jumped significantly, as if his heart rate had momentarily increased. “Hoo. I need to calm down. Calm down.” He couldn’t afford to show any abnormal signs and be disturbed by the doctor. ‘Conversely, a bad result could come out, and only strange stats would appear, and Intent Detection could be deleted.’ As he thought that, the numbers on the monitor stabilized rapidly. “Damn system. If you’re going to give it, give it without any restrictions.” A new function that he got after spitting blood is a random draw! Shouldn’t this be reported for gambling? “I want to try it once. But what should I do? It’s dangerous to do it carelessly……. Ah.” Come to think of it, there were two stats of a similar type. [Masterful Pronunciation That Sticks in Your Ears][A] [Alluring Voice][A] The skills he received from Min Ye-rin and Lee Ju-ha respectively come to mind. One is the stat that clearly conveys what is being said in any situation or state. And the other is the stat that amplifies the other person’s favorability with the utterance of the voice. What if you mix the two? ‘If I convey the intention more clearly and distinctly, the efficiency of the Alluring Voice might be better.’ Of course, there is a possibility of a bad result…… Should I try it once? Someone said that you have to go for it even if you can’t eat it. “Stat Combination.” As soon as Yeon-woo said the words, something fell in front of him with a thud. “……?”

[Welcome to the Stat Combination Center!]
[The ratio combination and grade of all stat combinations are random.]
[Would you like to proceed with the stat combination?] A roulette wheel painted in various colors. The splendid lights surrounding its border. It didn’t end there. [Please select the stats to combine!] Looking at the stat list that popped up, Yeon-woo easily chose two to combine. Then, with a brilliant effect, the stats became round balls and went into both sides of the roulette wheel. -Bbam! [Spin the roulette!] “……?” What am I supposed to do? A joystick kindly appeared in the air. He unconsciously pulled it. -Pow! Bang! The roulette wheel started spinning rapidly, and colorful fireworks exploded in front of his eyes. ‘What is this.’ Something doesn’t feel right. The stat combination he imagined was a very dry feeling. But from the explanation, it smelled a bit like a scam, and the combination method was so full-fledged. -Drrrrr! The speed of the rapidly spinning roulette wheel gradually decreased. When the roulette finally stopped and the bar was fixed. -Bbaam! [Congratulations!]
[You have acquired [An Alluring Voice That Is Hard to Escape Once You Hear It][A]!] Once again, fireworks exploded in front of his eyes, and a golden glittering ball was placed. When Yeon-woo touched it with his hand, a notification window quickly appeared. Fortunately, this time it was a normal notification window. [An Alluring Voice That Is Hard to Escape Once You Hear It][A] -A charming voice that sticks in your ear and doesn’t leave once you hear it fascinates the listener. Skillful and clear delivery amplifies the effect. The influence of the effect varies depending on the atmosphere and intention when speaking. The duration of fascination varies depending on the listener’s favorability. With continuous exposure, permanent favorability is accumulated. Yeon-woo, who read it silently, muttered. “Jackpot.” He only hoped that a bust wouldn’t come out, but what came out wasn’t a bust, but rather a jackpot. “If permanent favorability is accumulated…… doesn’t that mean the influence increases?” It’s no different from saying that even people who weren’t interested will automatically become interested in Yeon-woo if they are affected by the newly created stat. Even people who hate him. So-called anti-fans can also be targets. It will be difficult to turn into favor quickly because there is a feeling of dislike……. But it is the ability to make even those people turn around. ‘Crazy. Isn’t this completely a scam?’ No. In the first place, the fact that you can get other people’s stats is something that doesn’t make sense. Well, if you think about it, seeing ghosts doesn’t make sense either. Anyway, the first roulette, no, the combination was a huge success. *** “That’s why I couldn’t read it.” The notification that kept popping up from Woo Do-gyeom, ‘Target whose intent cannot be detected.’ As expected, it was a special ability of the ‘Poker Face’ that Woo Do-gyeom possessed. [Poker Face][S+] -An iron wall mask that does not show inner thoughts in any situation unless intentionally revealed. Any intuition or quick wit is useless in front of the iron wall mask. The only ones who can peek behind the mask are those who wear the same mask or those who have excellent insight to see through the mask. For reference, the shape of the mask can be shaped as desired. It was impossible to see through the intentions unless it was a stat of the same grade or a higher grade. ‘Intent Detection is A grade and Poker Face is S+ grade, so it was obvious.’ Yeon-woo, who had the leisure to check the newly acquired S+ grade stat after checking the ‘New Function’ that he was most curious about, also looked at the newly acquired S+ grade stat. ‘I feel like it was worth spitting blood?’ He feels like he has become a weakling, but he seems to have properly taken care of the substance. Then suddenly, a thought came to his mind. S+ grade Poker Face. And A grade Intent Detection. Moreover, the two had a point of intersection: whether to detect the other person’s intentions or to prevent detection. It can be seen as a kind of spear and shield. If so. What if we combine the spear and shield into one? ‘I think something plausible will be created.’ Interest soars in an instant. As if trying to seduce such Yeon-woo, the ‘Stat Combination’ button twinkles in one corner of his vision. Should I pull that again, or not? After thinking for a while, Yeon-woo calmed down. There is also a saying that the first success is a dog’s success [beginner’s luck]. Since the first one was a jackpot, there is a possibility that the next roulette will be a complete bust. ‘I should leave this for now.’ Intent Detection or Poker Face are not stats that can be turned around for testing like Masterful Pronunciation or Alluring Voice. He can’t afford to blow away the precious stats he got after spitting blood, can he? ‘Anyway……. Then, to do stat combinations in the future, I have to fulfill requests like crazy?’ The more additional stats he collects. The more stat combinations are possible. Moreover, since it is a random combination, no one knows what will pop out in what way. So, there is a reason why he has to collect everything tenaciously. ‘This system always tightens people up like this once in a while.’ If he tries to slack off even a little, it throws a carrot [incentive]. He thought he could breathe a little with the effect of Influence giving him lifespan, but now it makes him fulfill requests in other ways. “Sorry. The call was long. Did you wait long?” Just in time, the door opened and Kwon Seong-hyeon came in. “How is your body? Are you still dizzy? Should I call the doctor again?” “No. I’m fine. More than that.” Yeon-woo gestured while lying down. “I wish you could come closer and hold my hand.” He got a little excited while spinning the roulette, and now his head is slightly dizzy again. He needs to get some charge from the human battery quickly so that the aching in his bones will get better. But. “……What are you doing?” The human battery doesn’t seem to be thinking of moving and is frozen in place. When Yeon-woo called him, he finally blinked and wiped his face with his hand. “It’s nothing. Um. Okay. You need a hand, right?” “Yes. Mr. Kwon Seong-hyeon also knows. My special constitution.” “……Ah. That constitution. I thought.” “……Thought?” “It’s nothing.” “I feel like my energy is increasing faster when I’m in contact with Mr. Kwon Seong-hyeon.” “Aha…….” Kwon Seong-hyeon, who had a look of realization, suddenly sighed deeply. Then, after thinking for a while, he muttered in a voice that it was a good thing, “I guess Mr. Yeon-woo needs me. I understand. Okay.” and nodded. As Kwon Seong-hyeon’s hand touched him, the throbbing head gradually stabilized and subsided again. ‘It was a bit embarrassing, but I got more, so it’s not a loss.’ His calculation was not wrong. The beginning was forced, but the result was a satisfactory request. *** After the noisy request passed. Yeon-woo was able to return to his daily life. Of course, there was some noise in the process. [What? You’re already going to be discharged? I can’t allow that.] [……What does Mr. Woo Do-gyeom have to do with it?] [Who would allow my benefactor to be discharged as a sick person who can’t even eat? What will the world think of this Woo Do-gyeom? It would be a problem if they see me as a cold-blooded person without blood or tears.] [Yes?] That was the reason. Yeon-woo, who was listening, was dumbfounded. Wasn’t he already a cold-blooded person without blood or tears? Even, [Mr. Yeon-woo. Isn’t it better to be hospitalized a little longer? I can ask the director to adjust the dates somehow.] Kwon Seong-hyeon even joined in. [The crank-in date [start of filming] is already out, what can you change? My body is fine and I have nothing to do here, so it’s better to be discharged and regain my senses.] It’s a date that has been set for a long time. It’s not something that can be postponed just by asking to postpone it. The schedules of all the actors and staff involved were at stake, and the promotion was already done on that date. Some investors were also said to be visiting on that day, so the date could not be postponed arbitrarily. It could lead to the investment being overturned. Yeon-woo naturally refused at once. [Hmm. Are you being discharged because of the movie production?] Woo Do-gyeom, who was stroking his chin with dissatisfaction, was 신경 쓰였지만 [bothered him], but Yeon-woo succeeded in being discharged anyway. It’s not a highly anticipated work that received huge capital investment, but it’s still the first leading role and the first movie. He already knew that there were rumors that he had snatched the role, especially the leading role, without even an audition, thanks to Kwon Seong-hyeon and his agency. In reality, rather than being a parachute [nepotism hire], it was the director’s intention to pick Yeon-woo and ask for casting without asking any questions.