Transferring to a new platform.
Seo-ha, like a capable representative giving a business presentation, brought forth a third option that I had never even considered, continuing her talk in a soft yet powerful voice that instilled trust in the listener.
– Actually, Aiver is launching a new platform this time.
“Is that the Aiver I know?”
– Yes, that’s right.
Aiver is the name of the largest portal site in South Korea.
Now, this massive company has expanded its business, targeting popular content ranging from webtoons to web novels, and recently, it has also started making inroads into the international market.
Hearing that they are creating a streaming platform in such a place was news I had never heard before, and I expressed my bewilderment.
“How did you know about this, Noona?”
– I’m not trying to brag, but I have a connection with someone in that field. I happened to hear it one day. There will probably be related articles coming out soon.
“Ah….”
In other words, it meant there would be an official announcement from the company soon. That means the new platform launch Noona mentioned isn’t too far off.
– It seems they might have already begun developing this platform from the start.
“Well, the timing worked out well then.”
– In a way, yes. But it was unfortunate news for Mr. Cosmo.
It’s complicated, but that’s the truth. In this world, when someone faces a loss through something, there will also be someone who benefits from it.
In that sense, Aiver’s preparation for the new platform launch is truly a golden opportunity.
– At least according to what I’ve heard, they’re building a system similar to Twip. The subscribers there would be receptive, and it seems they plan to reach out to streamers who have large audiences on Twip.
“…But isn’t this company confidential information? Is it okay for you to tell me?”
I cautiously asked since it sounded like very detailed information that someone who isn’t in the company shouldn’t be privy to. Then, I heard a small chuckle from across the table.
– It’s information that’s going to be released tomorrow anyway. So I can tell Mr. Cosmo.
“Ah, that makes sense.”
After all, Noona doesn’t seem like the type to casually leak someone else’s company secrets. No matter how much of a fan I am, I believe she would maintain that boundary.
That means this was just to gauge my personal opinion before it officially goes public. If she watched today’s broadcast, she would have sensed that I was contemplating various things.
I feel a bit sorry for causing her worry.
– Anyway, that’s why I wanted to ask Mr. Cosmo. There’s still some time left, but deciding early wouldn’t hurt, right? It would be even better if you could secure a spot ahead of others.
“Right, as long as the viewers can keep up…”
If a new platform is launching, there would likely be fewer streamers than on Twip for now. If I got established first, it might be easier to get noticed.
However, what I’m really worried about is, like I mentioned earlier, the viewers.
It’s not just about whether my income would decrease due to a fewer number of viewers; I genuinely want to continue my journey with the people who have supported and cherished this humble broadcast.
– As I mentioned before, they say they will support a system that can inherit Twip’s subscribers. So I think you don’t have to worry too much about that.
“I definitely like that point. Of course, I’ll have to look into the details later…”
Based on the information so far, it’s definitely an appealing proposal.
Most importantly, since it’s a platform supported by Aiver, it’s less likely to become a chaotic environment like other minor platforms where higher-tier broadcasts become the norm.
Moreover, assuming that the system of the original Aiver portal site is somewhat integrated, that’s not a bad aspect either.
The only thing worrying me is that since it’s a new platform, it will take time to settle, and if so-called major corporate streamers completely jump to other platforms, the market size itself might shrink.
However, I’m not too concerned about that. I’m not after big money anyway.
I just want to be satisfied if I can carry over the small accomplishments I’ve already made.
“For now, I’ll consider going that route. Since you’ve mentioned this much, it doesn’t seem like a bad choice…”
– Really? That’s a relief!
“……?”
Seeing my somewhat decisive response, I could barely hear Noona letting out a sigh of relief.
Is ‘that’s a relief’ usually the expression used at such times? Normally, one would respond with something like “I think it’s a good idea too.”
Somehow, it feels like Seo-ha wasn’t asking me if I would consider this choice, but rather hoping I would move over to that side when she suggested it.
– But Mr. Cosmo, it’s a bit strange to ask this now, but…
“What is it?”
– Is there a reason you trust what I say so much? If someone suddenly said this, anyone would be suspicious.
Huh? Was there something suspicious?
It’s just that she told me information that would soon be officially announced; it’s not like she’s an insider offering shady proposals.
I don’t know why she brought this up suddenly, but if I had to find a reason to trust her…
“Honestly, I don’t know either.”
– …Excuse me?
“I just want to believe. It’s not just because you said you’re my fan; I genuinely want to trust you, Seo-ha Noona.”
I might sound like a naive fool who’s easily taken in, completely unaware of the world’s dangers, but that’s how I felt.
Even though we’ve met only twice, with this Noona, I’ve sensed a strange comfort and warmth unlike anyone I’ve met before.
It feels like she cares about me sincerely.
Maybe that feeling is somewhat similar to what I felt with my real sister.
So, I decided to trust her. That’s all there is to it.
– Thank you. I will do my best…!
“What? Do your best?”
I tilted my head in confusion as to why she would say such a thing instead of just thanking me, only to hear a voice filled with panic from across the table.
– Ah…! I, I misspoke! I meant to say ‘do your best!’
“Oh, that makes sense. I trip over my words during broadcasts too.”
It was a cute mistake from Seo-ha, who usually gives off a trustworthy adult vibe, and I couldn’t help but laugh.
After that, we set aside the heavy topics and talked for a while, sharing the events of the day, before we could finally drift off to sleep.
*
After hanging up with Mr. Cosmo and lying on my bed, all the laughter burst out at once.
– I just want to believe. It’s not just because you said you’re my fan; I genuinely want to trust you, Seo-ha Noona.
“Ehehe, hehe….”
Even though it was through the phone, I couldn’t stop smiling at the sweet words I heard from Mr. Cosmo.
Seriously, where did he learn to say such pretty things?
Tap. Tap.
Although I’d like to fall asleep while keeping Mr. Cosmo’s voice in my mind, I had to do what I needed to do, so I opened my laptop and pulled up the document I’d checked earlier.
At the top of that document were the following words.
【Business Plan for Launching a New Internet Broadcasting Platform, Tentatively Named ‘Cheeze’】
Although I claimed to Mr. Cosmo that I had heard about it from somewhere, discussions about the new internet broadcasting platform being manufactured by Aiver had been going on for a long time, and the person who had heard the most about it was none other than me.
The reason is simple: aside from Chairman Han Jong-ryul, who heads Aiver, I am the largest shareholder.
To be exact, my company, Changseong Corporation, owns 8.9%, and I personally own 3.8%, making me the largest shareholder, either through the company or personally.
However, I have no intention of interfering in the management; I only listed my name in the company that was separated from Aiver after selling off a portion of my shares to Chairman Han Jong-ryul and handing over the position of CEO.
Then, around last summer, discussions began about Aiver launching a new internet broadcasting platform, but I was initially skeptical about it.
At that time, two major platforms, Safari TV and Twip, were firmly in place, so I thought there was realistically no room to squeeze in.
However, when Twip announced its termination of services in Korea today, I saw this as an opportunity and immediately convened an executive meeting to relay my thoughts via video call.
I urged them to push it forward as quickly as possible.
Thanks to that, it became an urgent matter for the employees, but that wasn’t my concern.
After all, what mattered to me was getting news that Mr. Cosmo would welcome as soon as possible.
‘I knew he would be pleased.’
I’ve always felt that Mr. Cosmo places more importance on intangible aspects than money.
Even during today’s broadcast, he seemed worried about separating from the viewers he had been with instead of focusing on his own residence.
So during today’s meeting, I emphasized that we should absorb existing Twip viewers as much as possible and prioritize contacting streamers who had achieved a certain level of success on that platform to secure the market entirely.
It must have seemed like a reasonable proposal to the employees as well, which received a satisfactory response, and for me, I was glad to have gained some elements that would appeal to Mr. Cosmo.
I guess this is what you’d call a win-win situation.
‘We need to keep the subscriber jokes intact too. Our Mr. Cosmo’s subscriber jokes are so cute.’
Hugging a pillow, I couldn’t help but smile, imagining Mr. Cosmo broadcasting on the new platform.
It would be better for Mr. Cosmo to secure a spot before Twip services ended, so for the time being, I have to pressure the employees to move up the launch date.
If that doesn’t work, as the largest shareholder, I might have to sneak into the company myself.
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