Trapped in the Idol Universe
Chapter 154
“Roy... you were there that day?”
Only then did Yeonwoo realize why they had survived unscathed back then. But now was hardly the time to indulge in nostalgia.
“Yeonwoo, sa-save me!”
The hallucination before them tried once more to consume their mind, but Yeonwoo grit their teeth and shook their head.
‘It’s already over.’
They couldn’t remain shackled to the past forever. If this moment was the greatest fear inside Yeonwoo, then they would tie it off with their own hands and step into tomorrow. Admittedly, giving up midway had never looked more tempting—but Yeonwoo had pride.
‘After all, I did say I’d show them something...’
Had they not shouted that declaration before leaving the waiting room, they might already have given up. But once words are spoken, one owes it to themselves to at least try.
The moment Yeonwoo released the bow they’d been holding, radiant light burst from their palm. That light coalesced into form, growing larger and sharper than before. When the bow—pure and bright—finally completed, Yeonwoo drew the string without hesitation.
Ssoaek-
In the blink of an eye, the swift arrow pierced the head of the Blood Fiend lunging at their fellow contestant.
Ssoe-
The next two fiends both had arrows lodged in their foreheads, and they vanished without a single scream.
But it wasn’t over yet. Fear swelled, spawning even more Blood Fiends.
Kieeeek!
Kiik!
Startled, Yeonwoo stumbled backward.
✧
[Title: What Does the Hiro Scale Mean]
The deepest fear shows each participant’s worst situation? Wow.
Seems quitting archery was a huge factor for Park Yeonwoo.
└ Me too lol
[Title: Not as Cool as Final Survival]
Anyone familiar with Park Yeonwoo knows why they left the national team. And the day they awakened was detailed in news reports: a Blood Fiend appeared at the Jincheon Training Center, two teammates died, and Yeonwoo awakened against their will. It was an accident and left them deeply traumatized. Yet the PD turned it into nationwide entertainment—it’s heartbreaking to watch.
└ Just one question: do you really think Yeonwoo is “enjoying” this?
└ 100% chance participants didn’t know the full details
[Title: I Think It’s an Opportunity for the Participants]
Many say Park Junseo crossed a line, but I think the opposite. We often call re-awakened people “breaking through the wall.” That wall is their own psychological limit, and for someone like Yeonwoo—whose awakening was tied to trauma—that wall is thicker. Breaking it is no easy feat. I think re-awakenings are rare because no one wants to face their wounds. So they remain at their original rank. It’s cruel, but Junseo forced them to confront it. I believe this moment is meaningful both for participants and the Awakeners watching. Of course the production isn’t purely altruistic, but at least the three Guild Leaders agreed to this, right? Even if Junseo is the boss, wouldn’t he consult them for the final?
※ Not Park Junseo
※ Not related to Junseo’s family—just a butler cheering for Roy
[Title: Feels Like Peeking into Someone’s Secret Diary]
Feels like I’ve seen something I shouldn’t have... If only they’d actually re-awaken...
[Title: Live Atmosphere in the Hiro Range]
(Video)
Chanting Yeonwoo’s name
Why am I crying?ㅠㅠ
└ Did you see that? Their eyes suddenly changed
└ Whoa, is it a real re-awakening?
└ C
[Title: Park Junseo’s Achievements So Far]
Even No. 1 alone is the career peak, but forcing a participant’s re-awakening on a whim... amazing talent for a TV PD.
└ At this rate, he could aim for station chief lol
[Title: But What If They Die?]
What happens to Park ✧ NоvеIight ✧ (Original source) Yeonwoo then? Is this really okay...?
(Capture of a horde of Blood Fiends.jpg)
└ Lol, horrifying
The community was thrown into chaos by Yeonwoo’s performance. After they passed through the Blue Gate, mocking posts said the final was too easy. But when the Blood Fiends appeared, people realized the significance of Yeonwoo’s ordeal and turned their arrows at Junseo—accusing him of crossing the line. Yet many disagreed. Isn’t survival never purely beautiful? Besides, the scenario was virtual, and participants had the choice to withdraw. True, it’s brutal, but Yeonwoo’s decision to keep fighting was their own will. Thus responsibility could not rest solely on the production. Roy agreed.
“Damn...”
Watching Yeonwoo’s feat from the waiting room, Roy muttered under his breath. He had expected a tough challenge, but this exceeded every expectation.
‘I should have realized when Seo Han Gyeol hinted at giving up...’
But regrets now were pointless. Roy clenched his fist as he watched Yeonwoo on screen, on the verge of panic. A small seed of anxiety sprouted within him.
‘What if they revert to how they were before?’
Psychological factors played a huge role in awakening side effects. It had been so hard to pull Yeonwoo out of despair once—imagining doing it again was enough to draw a sigh.
“Hah...”
“Wow... what do we do? This is intense.”
“This is screwed.”
But the sigh that slipped out wasn’t Roy’s. Beyond the screen, other contestants lamented as they watched Yeonwoo struggle. They were every bit as stunned by the unexpected turn as Roy was.
“At this rate, the order doesn’t matter, right? Everyone’s fear is different.”
“Exactly. I wonder what I’ll face~”
“If I see my fear and it’s too much, I’ll quit immediately.”
“Don’t you have any pride, brother?”
“Look at that. Is that the time for pride?”
Then it happened. Yeonwoo lifted their head and their eyes flashed gold. At the same moment, a brilliant golden bow formed in their grip, and they began to fire arrows at the Blood Fiends.
“Wow...!”
As Yeonwoo cleared three fiends in an instant, cheers erupted from the waiting room and stands. But the festive mood only lasted a moment. Dozens more Blood Fiends swarmed the archery range, stealing everyone’s breath.
“This is... really too much...”
Taeon, watching in hushed fear, voiced their dread. A dozen pairs of red eyes gleamed. Roy’s brow remained knotted. Yet Yeonwoo, having resolved to face their inner fear, stood firm. Clutching the golden bow tighter, they ground out,
“Onna. I’ll smash them all.”
Summoning three arrows at once, Yeonwoo drew the string.
Ssoaek-
The arrows took flight, slicing through the air like dancers, sweeping the archery range. Fiends lunged from every direction, but their claws never reached Yeonwoo.
Kieeeek!
Kiik!
It was utter chaos—yet the tide had clearly turned in Yeonwoo’s favor. Park Yeonwoo had finally conquered the fear within.
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