Chapter 27

Koya's Worries

Phewโ€ฆ I guess this will do.

I created a tentative streaming schedule while checking everyoneโ€™s status. I plan to show it to everyone, and if it matches up with their availability, weโ€™ll finalize the schedule and make it public.

I send the schedule to everyone. It seems there are no issues, as Shiba-san, Daigo-san, and Ikezawa-san can follow the schedule I set.

Just as I was thinking that, I got an unexpected message from Koya.

โ€œEi-to-kun. Can you increase the number of streams? Even just my solo stream is fine. I need to explore more dungeons and defeat monsters to get stronger.โ€

From the tone of the email, it seems like Koya is really anxious.

I remember that when Ikezawa-san unlocked his talent, Koya seemed uneasy too.

For now, I should try to talk to Koya.

โ€œKoya. Dungeon streaming is dangerous. You also need to rest properly. If you rush, it could lead to more than just injuries.โ€

The magical energy inside dungeons grants humans great strength, but staying there for long periods of time is a huge burden. Given that, rest is also crucialโ€ฆ especially since Koya hasnโ€™t fully adapted to the dungeonโ€™s magic yet.

As the one in charge, I canโ€™t allow him to push himself too hard.

โ€œIโ€™m still weak as I am. I donโ€™t have any special skills, unlike othersโ€ฆ I understand that. Thatโ€™s why I need to work even harder.โ€

It sounds like Koya is really struggling. I donโ€™t think just sending an email can solve this.

โ€œKoya. I get it. Letโ€™s meet and talk in person.โ€

I decided to call Koya over to my house. He still looks downcast, almost like a completely different person from when he was so eager to become a dungeon streamer.

โ€œKoya. Whatโ€™s bothering you so much? Youโ€™ve been doing well.โ€

โ€œIโ€™m not as strong as Shiba-san, and I canโ€™t use the variety of magic that Daigo-san can. I donโ€™t have any special powers like Kaito-kun either. I know that Iโ€™m the weakest one in the group.โ€

The weakest? I donโ€™t think thatโ€™s the case at all.

โ€œKoya. Listen to me. I donโ€™t think youโ€™re weak. Youโ€™ve been an important part of the team. You helped Daigo-sanโ€”if you hadnโ€™t acted, Shiba-sanโ€™s time mightโ€™ve been wasted fighting the weaker monsters.โ€

Shiba-san had planned to go rescue Daigo-san alone. If Koya hadnโ€™t insisted on coming, Shiba-san mightโ€™ve lost valuable time dealing with weaker monsters. They might not have been able to rescue Daigo-san in time.

โ€œBut, Shiba-san tried to leave me behind. At that moment, I was nothing but a hindrance to him.โ€

โ€œWell, thatโ€™s understandable considering they were up against a Murder Machineโ€ฆโ€

I see. Koya was emotionally hurt when Shiba-san almost left him behind. He acted like everything was fine, but deep down, he probably thought of himself as useless.

From Shiba-sanโ€™s perspective, it makes sense. Even Daigo-san had trouble with that powerful opponent. It would be hard for Shiba-san to take Koya along. But to Koya, it probably felt like he was being called unnecessary.

โ€œItโ€™s harsh to compare yourself to Shiba-san. He has years of experience as a dungeon streamer. Heโ€™s not someone you can catch up to easily.โ€

โ€œI know that. But if I keep going at this pace, Iโ€™ll never catch up to himโ€ฆ I can see just how incredible Shiba-san is by being right next to him.โ€

Koya has seen Shiba-sanโ€™s greatness up close, and thatโ€™s made him more aware of how far ahead Shiba-san is.

It seems like Koyaโ€™s confidence is really shaken. I think seeing how quickly Ikezawa-san improved has also affected him.

Perhaps itโ€™s the frustration of being surrounded by a genius. If there were someone with the same skill level as Koya, it might feel different.

โ€œAnyway, I want to get stronger. If I canโ€™t dive into dungeons, Iโ€™ll train on my own.โ€

โ€œTrain? How?โ€

โ€œWellโ€ฆ I could practice swinging my sword. I use a sword, after all.โ€

Itโ€™s pretty vague, but I guess itโ€™s better than nothing.

โ€œAnyway, Koya. Remember why this agency was founded. I donโ€™t want you to die. Minami feels the same. Thatโ€™s why I started this agencyโ€”to keep you from dying.โ€

Koya falls silent, but I continue.

โ€œIf you die because youโ€™re rushing to accomplish something, what am I supposed to do? Youโ€™re the one who gave me a reason to keep going in life.โ€

After losing my parents, I was living as if I were already dead. It was Koya who taught me that living means moving forward.

Without Koya, I might still be holed up in my room, living off my parentsโ€™ inheritance.

โ€œKoya. I donโ€™t think youโ€™re a hindrance. Youโ€™re a valuable part of the team. If you werenโ€™t here, weโ€™d be in trouble.โ€

โ€œUghโ€ฆ I donโ€™t knowโ€ฆ But I want to find something that makes me special. Otherwise, I feel like I donโ€™t belong in this group.โ€

In the end, it seems Koyaโ€™s mindset is what matters. Shiba-san, Daigo-san, and Ikezawa-san donโ€™t dislike him. At least, they donโ€™t seem like people who would hold grudges.

But Koya hates his own weakness. Thatโ€™s why heโ€™s carrying this burden.

Having something unique to offer, a special skill, would definitely boost his confidence.

Itโ€™s tough being in a group where everyone else has something remarkable, and you feel like you donโ€™t.

Thatโ€™s the source of Koyaโ€™s anxiety right now.

No matter how much others encourage him, the only way to change is if Koya changes himself. He either has to change his mindset or gain something special.

So, in a way, thereโ€™s nothing more I can do for him. Itโ€™s frustrating.

I can encourage him, but in the end, heโ€™s the only one who can change himself. I canโ€™t change him for him.

Butโ€ฆ I believe in him.

โ€œI believe in you, Koya.โ€

โ€œHuh?โ€

โ€œIโ€™m sure youโ€™ll get stronger. And youโ€™ll find your own strength.โ€

All I can do is believe in my teammates. I canโ€™t dive into dungeons with them, but Iโ€™ll support them in every way I can.

โ€œHey, Koya. Why donโ€™t you try watching other streamers in times like this?โ€

โ€œHuh?โ€

โ€œYou know, like people say, โ€˜Learn by watching.โ€™ Maybe you can learn something by watching other sword-wielding streamers.โ€

I just suggested this on a whim, with no particular plan in mind. But as soon as I said it, Koyaโ€™s expression brightened.

โ€œAh, youโ€™re right! Thatโ€™s it! Youโ€™re amazing, Ei-to-kun! A genius! Thatโ€™s exactly what I need!โ€

Koyaโ€™s excitement skyrocketed. It was like heโ€™d been in a hopeless situation and suddenly saw a lifeline.

โ€œEven when Iโ€™m not diving into dungeons, there are still things I can do. Thank you! Iโ€™m glad I asked you, Ei-to-kun!โ€

Koya grasped my hand firmly.

โ€œUh, yeahโ€ฆ Iโ€™m glad I could help.โ€

I hope this leads to Koya discovering something that will help him, but who knows what will happen next.


When I Set Up an Agency for Dungeon Streamers, It Somehow Became the Strongest Group

When I Set Up an Agency for Dungeon Streamers, It Somehow Became the Strongest Group

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Status: Ongoing Type: Author: Released: 2024 Native Language: Japanese
Eito Kageno, who lost his parents in a dungeon accident, inherited an enormous fortune but led a reclusive life afterward. His life takes an unexpected turn when his childhood friend Minami Hoshiโ€™s younger brother, Yukiya, declares his intent to become a dungeon streamer. Concerned for Yukiyaโ€™s safety, Eito tries to dissuade him, but Yukiyaโ€™s determination is unwavering. To keep him safe, Eito decides to hire dungeon streamers to support him and uses his inheritance to set up an agency, gathering streamers one by one. These dungeon streamers, whose lives are thrilling but unstable, flock to Eitoโ€™s agency, drawn by the stability he offers. Before he knows it, Eitoโ€™s agency has become a powerhouse of talent, renowned for conquering even the toughest dungeons and catching the publicโ€™s attention as the strongest team around.

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