Life is Easier If You're Handsome novel Chapter 102

Rewinding time slightly.

[Ji Seoksam Out, Ji Seoksam Out]

When the signal announcing Ji Seoksam’s elimination rang through the SKS Broadcasting Station—

Haha-hyung, with quick judgment, had already secured two tapes.

‘Where should I hide the ones from the 6th and 8th floors?’

The reason Ji Seoksam had confidently said over the radio, “We’re almost done,” was simple: he and Haha-hyung had been working together.

After receiving Kangsu’s radio call, Ji Seoksam stayed on the 6th floor, while Haha-hyung, sensing something off, immediately moved to the 8th floor.

And now, back to the present—

“Wow, did you see that? If I had stayed there, I’d have been caught too!”

“...”

Haha-hyung shared his near-heart attack moment with the VJ’s camera, then quickly began calculating his next move.

“If we gather five tapes, we win immediately, right?”

The VJ nodded.

“Oh, right, right! I need to take these to the 7th floor... I’ll hand them over there.”

Having reached a conclusion, Haha-hyung immediately grabbed his radio.

“This is Haha-hyung. Over. I’ve secured two tapes, and I’m heading to the 7th floor to store them. Over.”

Static.

“Th-This is Kim Sujin. Over...! I’ll meet you on the 7th floor. Over!”

“Alright, Sujin, you’re good at using the radio. Is Kangsu there with you?”

“Ah, Kangsu-sunbae said he’s heading to the 19th floor, so we’re split up for now!”

“Got it. Okay.”

After assessing the situation, Haha-hyung made his way toward the 7th floor.

But just then—

[Chun Suyeon Out, Chun Suyeon Out]

The elimination signal of Chun Suyeon, previously the only female player, resounded.

Static.

“Hey! Hey! The 13th and 16th floors are hell! Absolute hell! Don’t come here!”

Yoo Jiseok’s panicked radio transmission followed, his voice trembling with fear.

“What... what the hell is happening up there?”

Shivers ran down Haha-hyung’s spine as he involuntarily hunched his shoulders.

+++

Approximately two minutes after Kim Donghu declared the 13th floor his territory.

Moving faster than anyone could react, Donghu closed in on Chun Suyeon from behind and—

Rip!

Tore off her name tag in one swift motion.

When and how he got so close didn’t matter.

Like a cheetah, he flattened his body against the ground, minimizing even the sound of the bells attached to him, and approached her with the stealth of an assassin.

“What?! I didn’t even hear the elevator!”

Chun Suyeon cried out in frustration.

“I took the stairs, exiting on the 12th floor,” Donghu replied nonchalantly, showing no concern.

Watching this, Yoo Jiseok shouted in disbelief.

“Donghu! Are you some kind of hitman?! Why are you going this far?!”

“Sunbae! I really want to tear off these name tags!”

“Look at his eyes! Why are his eyes so clear?!”

The 13th floor was gripped with fear.

Even Kim Gukjong, on the same team as Donghu, felt a faint chill watching him.

‘A true rookie in variety shows has arrived.’

This was the shared thought of both Yoo Jiseok and Kim Gukjong.

The entertainment industry was always thirsty for new faces.

But not just any new faces—they wanted rookies with a level of personality and charm unlike anything seen before.

That kind of rookie didn’t appear easily. No matter how strong someone’s character was, they might not mesh with broadcast formats. Or, even if they fit the broadcast, their character might not stand out.

This is why the same variety show casts often felt stagnant.

‘But if it’s Donghu...’

‘...He’s perfect, absolutely perfect.’

Though neither voiced their thoughts directly, it was clear to anyone that Donghu’s visuals were top-tier.

In fact, by the standard Donghu set, his face might as well be the only top-tier one.

Add to that his straightforward personality, good manners, excellence in his main career, immense popularity, and now, even his natural talent in variety shows?

‘We’ve hit the jackpot with this one.’

While the current situation needed more observation, assuming things continued as they were, investing heavily in Donghu would make perfect sense.

After briefly organizing their thoughts, Yoo Jiseok and Kim Gukjong moved quickly.

“Donghu! Let’s just wrap this up quickly! No need to drag it out!”

“Yes, I agree!”

“Hey, hey, hey! Donghu! Wait a second! Let’s negotiate!”

They immediately coordinated to move the situation forward. Then, suddenly struck by inspiration, Yoo Jiseok decided to add a dramatic flair.

“Kim Donghu, no-leg-use penalty!”

He used the no-legs-allowed item on Donghu again, knowing full well it wouldn’t apply but relying on the deceptive nature of variety shows.

“Uh!”

For a brief moment, Donghu froze in place. Normally, this would have been the end of it, but—

Swoosh.

“What the—he’s really walking on his hands!”

Donghu, without hesitation, stood on his hands and began moving forward.

“Donghu! It’s a trap! That item’s already been used!”

“What?!”

Kim Gukjong shouted to alert him, but it was already too late.

“Give me the camera! Hold this for a second!”

“Huh?!”

“Just hold on, please! We’ll meet again later!”

Using the moment to his advantage, Yoo Jiseok handed his camera to the VJ, blocked the door with him, and ran past Donghu without hesitation.

Tap-tap-tap-tap-tap!

He frantically pressed the elevator button and made his dramatic escape.

Watching this unfold, Kim Gukjong smirked at Donghu.

“Donghu, why would you fall for that? Don’t believe everything that comes out of Jiseok-hyung’s mouth!”

“Huff... I’m sorry.”

“It’s fine, it happens. Anyway, let’s head to the 16th floor. There’s still one tape left there.”

“So, is everything else done?”

“Yeah. As long as we secure the 16th floor, it’s over.”

With that, Kim Gukjong and Kim Donghu made their way to the 16th floor, where the final results of the game awaited.

+++

The decisive moment as everyone gathers on the 16th floor.

‘Hmm, I don’t think Sujin could handle bungee jumping.’

Kim Donghu was contemplating how to help Sujin avoid the penalty.

She would undoubtedly be terrified, and it was obvious she would hesitate for ages before jumping.

‘Viewers don’t like it when someone keeps avoiding penalties too often.’

He worried she might be criticized for causing trouble by refusing to participate. As he pondered a solution—

Ding!

Rip!

[Kangsu Out, Kangsu Out]

[Haha-hyung Out, Haha-hyung Out]

Meanwhile.

Ding-ding-ding-ding.