Even the production crew were extremely careful while crouched down to move near the summer migratory birds, and finally, they were able to pick up the cameras.

However, being 'near' was just a relative concept.

"Ah, here?"

"Of course~ It's better not to get closer."

It was a road where birds could not be seen properly with bare eyes.

Ryu Chungwoo, who was holding the camera from the side, muttered powerlessly.

"I'd rather shoot and hit them with arrows..."

"...?"

Only someone with a gold medal in archery could think like that.

Meanwhile, Cha Yujin, who was touching the camera next to him, pressed the camera's shutter.

'...I don't think that's in focus.'

Whatever. This was already a mess. I sighed and picked up the camera I received.

'This reminds me of the past.'

Back then I didn't have money so I had to rent a camera from the club's shared equipment and took pictures with it. After making some money, I received used equipment for cheap from my graduating club seniors.

I fiddled with the entry-level camera and set the exposure.

'Where... if I just adjust a little.'

The setting and resolution were not so bad. There were a few cuts that could be roughly used.

It was a small bird with a white belly. Because of its fierce personality, it was throwing branches with its beak. However, I wasn't sure what species the bird was.

'It would be more convenient if the camera model matched.'

With a sigh, I approached the bird researcher and asked quietly.

"I think I took it, but I don't know what kind of species it is."

"...?! Oh, really?"

The bird researcher's eyes widened, and then he complimented me for being quick.

'...It seems like he got surprised just now?'

But before I thought of anything else, the others stepped in.

"Oh~ As expected, Moondae!"

"I also want to see!"

"H-how is it?"

When I handed over the camera to the swarming guys who were quietly whispering, they were each admiring it excitedly.

"I-it came out well. Lo-looks cute."

"As expected, Moondae has golden hands."

"It looks cool!"

"Sir, what kind of bird is this?"

The bird researcher raised his index finger.

"...Finding that out is your goal today!"

"Aha!"

"After taking pictures of the migratory birds, we are going to look at the pictures and find out~ Now, let's move on again~"

"What?"

"We don't have much time, so let's take pictures of various migratory birds in various places!"

"Yes..."

...And then the forced march began again.

'Looks like we're screwed.'

You couldn't find the fun in this atmosphere even if you washed your eyes and tried to look for it. I sighed and got up from my seat. Seon Ahyun, who was still looking at my photos, hurriedly returned the camera.

"H-here."

"Thanks."

While taking back the camera, I took a picture of Seon Ahyun without much thought.

"...!"

"Seems like it came out well."

For sure, Seon Ahyun looked good with natural lighting. I will have to pick up the picture later and upload it on social media.

"M-me too..."

"I'm grateful for your thoughts alone. Let's move on."

"O-okay..."

I started to slowly feel drowsy. It seemed that the expectations I had for the filming had disappeared.

'Is this the end of the walk?'

...Was that thought I had what caused the trouble coming up next?

"Now... I think it would be okay to get closer to the bird over there. Let's go."

"Yes!"

Five seconds after approaching a large bald eagle on the shore at the instruction of the bird researcher, the bird suddenly flapped and rushed forward while screeching.

"...!?"

"Aaack."

"Wait, wait a minute!"

People scattered in an instant, avoiding the frantically chasing bird.

The bird began to sprint after Cha Yujin and Kim Raebin, who were closest.

'Fuck.'

What kind of mess is this?

"Sir! What should we do?"

"HELP!!"

//TN: Cha Yujin yelled this in English.

"No, usually birds are wary, so this kind of thing is rare... How fascinating!"

"Ahhhh!!"

Cha Yujin rolled away from the bird looking like he was about to cry. There was no chaos such as this.

Then I realized something about the situation.

The bird... is running?

"..."

I approached the 'bird researcher' and talked to him.

"...Is this a prank?"

"What?"

"That's not a bird."

At that moment, the giant bird that attacked Cha Yujin shouted.

"I got you!"

"...!!"

At that moment, the bird's head was folded open and a human face popped out from within.

"Eeek!"

The mask looked so real that it was kind of creepy. Cha Yujin's reaction was completely understandable.

"Tadah! This is Kwak Jungwon's Prank show!"

"Haaah..."

Cha Yujin melted down on the road.

A woman wearing the shaggy bird costume exclaimed with surprise.

* * *

After a while, we moved to a cafe near the reservoir, following the guidance of the grinning production crew.

As soon as the MC sat down at the set seat, she apologized.

'It's the rule of the show.'

"I mean, the two seemed like the most fearless ones, so I chased them. But it seems like you got really surprised so I apologize."

"...It's okay."

"It was scary."

Kim Raebin accepted the apology with a bewildered expression, but Cha Yujin still sat as far away as possible from the MC and hid behind the members. Although it would be better if he didn't pull my clothes since he's strangling me.

'He's seen a lot of horror movies.'

As expected, experiencing it yourself must be a different story.

Anyway, the MC thought that the situation had been settled enough, so the filming progress was slowed down.

"As you may have realized by now, our was actually a full-fledged surprise camera show~"

"Aah..."

The MC laughed as she watched TeStar clapping with groans.

"Th-then what about the original episode one...?"

"It was a pre-release to bait the viewers! In fact, is just a shortened name. The original title is called !"

"...?!"

Seon Ahyun had his mouth wide open and I also almost bit my tongue.

'I think I've heard that name before.'

I did not expect us to be the first ones being fooled by the show changing its name.

"Now, how does it feel to experience the true title of , for the first time?"

Words flooded out in an instant.

"That banner! You made it look like that on purpose!"

"I was wondering why we were walking so much!"

"Does that mean we didn't even need to do the squat walks?"

"Ahaha! That's all correct~"

The MC laughed and happily drank coffee. I held my sigh and muttered.

"Was the bird researcher also fake?"

"Of course! He's one of our great actors~"

"No wonder it was strange! He only kept talking about crows!"

The production crew burst into laughter at Keun Sejin's words.

"No, in the first place, this is a place to photograph winter migratory birds. They spread and live. They are also in Gyeonggi-do!"

"Oh..."

It's the first time I've seen Ryu Chungwoo suffer from awkwardness so openly.

I drank my drink in silence, so I wouldn't end up like him.

Fortunately, the agency wasn't stupid, and the MC continued to chat about our album and TeStar's promotions for quite a long time. 

Ryu Chungwoo answered faithfully for the sake of publicity while suffering.

'I'm glad I'm not the leader.'

As expected, I should avoid any roles that would make me obligated to take responsibility.

After that conversation, we were able to film one of the title songs.

It was a unique experience in itself to receive applause from the staff after performing at a rural cafe.

"Oh my gosh, it's so cool! It's no wonder you passed the audition!"

"Whew, thank you!"

The MC smiled brightly as she watched TeStar bowing their heads to everyone.

"Thank you for making the start of the show fun today!"

"Thank you so much!"

"It was fun!"

The ending was heartwarming. Since it's a variety show, the finishing should end on a warm note.

At the last minute, Cha Yujin also calmed down and said a few words.

"I'm scared of birds."

"Hahaha!"

The MC laughed thinking it was a joke, but Cha Yujin was completely serious.

'Well... It's not enough to get caught, so it doesn't matter.'

He's not the kind of guy who's going to take the hint anyways.

At that time, the MC received a signal from the production crew and continued to talk, hitting her palms together.

"Now, everyone! We'll give you the same amount of wages you were originally supposed to receive∼"

"What?"

"Expensive lunch! We brought as much as the worth of your daily wage."

"...Ooh!"

"Oh my gosh!"

A grill and Korean beef appeared.

Like that, all the negative feelings were washed away. This was the power of beef.

"Eat a lot!"

"Th-thank you!"

The members sat in front of the beef with bewildered expressions. There was still a sense of suspicion that this might also be a prank.

But nothing happened, and the Korean beef sirloin was the most delicious thing I've had in recent half a year.

'...It's good.'

Considering that I was paid for the appearance, this was a worthwhile schedule.

'Although, Cha Yujin might think differently with what he went through.'

But shortly afterwards, Cha Yujin whispered.

"They're good people."

"...Yes."

While responding to Cha Yujin's sincere words, I didn't have a clue what kind of entertainment would come out of the compilation of scenes that happened today.

'...Whatever.'

As long as you don't get cursed at.

In front, the manager was signalling to the members to stop eating, but no one except Seon Ahyun paid any attention.

* * *

And after a while on Sunday afternoon.

The second week of TeStar's music show promotions was over.

Fans enjoyed seeing outfits that were not worn in the music video appear on music shows and events.

There were intermittent complaints about the agency not doing their job properly, but overall people were enjoying the rich amount of content of TeStar without major incidents.

However, there were many people who were thirsty for entertainment.

In that situation, a piece of article news about TeStar appearing on a variety show that had never been heard of was distributed.

However, social media was filled with anger by those who have seen the first episode of the show, which was pre-released on WeTube.

Of course, this didn't last long. This was because complaining about this publicly would be like unnecessarily feeding to the hateful attention-seekers.

Therefore, there were a lot of complaints that could not be searched only from under the surface, and these kinds of responses became mainstream in the article's comments.

Of course, this matter was piling up neatly in case it would explode like an active volcano.

However, before the fans' enthusiasm could dissipate, the second episode of was released that night.

When people curiously clicked on the link, a title popped up.

The thumbnail was of members of TeStar who were stiffened at the sight of the out-of-world sentimental looking banner.

People were confused but rushed to click play.