Chapter 224: Complete Joy   The spectacular start of the live performance, marked by Sheryl's appearance, instantly captivated the hearts of the users gathered in the concert hall.

The character on the screen was dressed in a navy blue military uniform, and the leather boots that reached up to the calves added a strangely sexy vibe.

"Wow! The first song is by Sheryl~!!" Sheryl's "Beating Heart," chosen as the opening song for the concert, could easily be seen as an excellent selection.

Among the four heroines, Sheryl, with the most intense presence, overwhelmed the audience with her charisma alone.

As her brightly bleached pink hair and sparkling eyes met mine, I found myself frozen in awe.

Finally, when she slightly smirked after grazing her lips with the tip of her tongue, she began to speak.

The actual singer appeared on stage.

"Wow!! What!?" It was as if she jumped out of the screen, dressed exactly like her character, confidently placing her extended leg, clad in a tank top, on the speaker while wielding the microphone.

"Gravity-defying, my Beating Heart inside you.

Do you know? With a daring kiss that even surpasses time." Gradually building up the live performance with the audience, she reached a peak moment and extended the microphone towards those cheering her on.

Those who knew her title song cheered enthusiastically, singing along with the climax of "Beating Heart." "Take away~!!! My heart towards you~!!" Gazing at the users responding to her every move, she slightly lifted the corners of her mouth and, turning around, casually discarded her outerwear.

"Whoa!!!" "Wow!! Amazing.." Despite wearing a tank top inside, the sheer heat of the stage made the sweat glisten on her chest, which unavoidably caught one's attention.

At that moment, Mayumi's hand plunged into my side, digging deep as if trying to tear away my ribcage.

"Ouch!!" Screaming in pain as if pierced through the lungs, I received a reprimanding look from Mayumi.

"Are your eyes just there for show?" "Ack! Sorry! That was just instinctive..." "Instinctive? Really!?" "Okay, okay! I won't do it again~!!" "If you're going to fight, take it outside." Already feeling uncomfortable about the attention from other guys in the concert hall during the virtual idol's performance, my banter with my girlfriend attracted comments from here and there.

"Nakamura Kensuke.

I'll let it go this time because of Kanna's performance." "Oh, okay.

I understand." Sheryl's voice actor's bold performance instantly escalated the atmosphere of the live show.

Her portrayal of the character on stage seemed to break through the pent-up anticipation for the release of the virtual idol, uplifting the audience's spirits.

"Wow~!!" "This is amazing!!" "Cough..

Your Highness, there's no regret in purchasing your package." Amidst the multitude of applause from the audience, she concluded her song in the center of the stage, confidently adjusting her slightly tilted beret.

His abrupt statement left the audience puzzled.

Live performances even after the game's release? However, with each girl having separate venues on the same date, doubts among the audience grew deeper.

"As I mentioned earlier, Virtual Idol is more than just a simple simulation game.

To elaborate in extreme terms, the game discs you've purchased serve as an audition device to aid their official debut." "An audition?" Once again, Kang Junhyuk's explanation about Virtual Idol's gameplay made me tremble at the unique gaming essence behind the name 'Pentagon.' "Virtual Idol is an evolving content.

The points you acquire by nurturing your favorite character can be used diversely.

You can dress up characters in stage costumes, casual wear, accessories, access monthly updates for new live songs or new stage costumes.

And lastly, the most crucial..." At a crucial moment, his deliberate pause heightened the suspense, leaving everyone hanging.

"What's the most crucial aspect!?" "You can exercise voting rights." "Voting rights? What is that for?" At that instant, Kang Junhyuk's mention of an 'audition' echoed in my mind.

Could it be...

Is he saying what I think he is? "That's right.

To ensure your cherished character doesn't fall behind, you'll have to compete with other users.

It's quite simple.

Attend her live performance on the designated day.

If it's too far, you can visit a nearby Pentagon Shop and transmit points through a portable Laon communication terminal." An inquisitive user couldn't contain their curiosity and asked Kang Junhyuk.

"What...

What happens if the points for the character I purchased are the lowest?" Kang Junhyuk sighed softly before answering the query.

"After the live performance, updates about her will cease.

You can continue playing the game, but content updates related to her events or stage costumes will completely halt." "Ugh..." "Then, can someone who bought two or more titles vote for all their characters?" To this query, Kang Junhyuk still wore a wry smile as he shook his head.

"That's quite an inefficient method I wouldn't recommend.

You see, there are days when multiple characters have overlapping performances.

If, say, Erica and Tsubaki, or Cheryl and Azusa have shows on the same day, whom will you choose to attend?" His response left the audience pale-faced.

Is he...

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