The Tipping King: How I Mastered Live-Stream Alchemy

“Let’s get to it!”

Jiang Feng leaped out of bed, his eyes gleaming with excitement. In just two days of streaming, he had earned a total of 7,928 yuan, and with the remaining money he had, he was close to having 9,000 yuan! The great thing about Sound Wave Live is that the tips can be withdrawn at any time, as long as you have a payment app linked.

[Balance received: 7,928 yuan, Current balance: 9,244 yuan!]

With the funds now in his account, Jiang Feng headed straight to a private fitness studio. Why not a regular gym? Well, Jiang Feng anticipated that the changes in his physique over the next few days might be quite noticeable. Although private fitness studios are more expensive, they offer better privacy.

…

Afternoon.

“Waaah, Xuan-Jie¹, I’ve been bullied…”

In the Sound Wave Live guild chat group, Moli was lamenting her morning ordeal. She was filled with regret; she should have just gifted the presents to Jiang Feng herself. Ever since release left, the Kings she messaged didn’t even bother to reply, and some even blocked her!

Losing two Kings in three days was too much for Moli, even with her 20,000-viewer live broadcast room.

And she blamed it all on Jiang Feng. If it weren’t for him dragging her into a PK match, how could she have lost those Kings? She never considered that the rules were fair at the time and even advantageous to her. Wasn’t she also tempted by Jiang Feng’s ten Carnivals?

Lv55 Wenxuan (frowning): “What’s going on? Explain clearly.”

Moli, tears streaming, almost convinced herself with her performance, “…That’s basically it, Xuan-Jie. It’s all that new streamer’s fault. If it weren’t for him, I wouldn’t have been embarrassed in front of so many people.”

“You have no idea how awkward it was for me…”

Lv55 Wenxuan frowned and reprimanded, “Why didn’t you call me at the time? Who taught you to handle problems like this? Huh! Do you think it’s easy for the guild to bring in a few Kings for you? It’s only been a few days, and you’ve lost two Kings from your live broadcast room. You need to reflect on this!”

Wenxuan was exhausted. The Stellar Guild was one of the larger guilds on Sound Wave. They had countless streamers under their wing, specializing in singing, chatting, and dancing. However, among the chat category, few could reach Moli’s level of 20,000 viewers, so they had trained her early on, teaching her how to handle various situations.

But Moli just wouldn’t listen!

Did she really think she could do whatever she wanted just because she was pretty?

Wenxuan massaged her temples, puzzled by the behavior of these streamers. Did they really think the Kings’ money came from nowhere, that they would just throw thousands at them for some half-hearted performance?

If you don’t provide emotional value or maintain a good relationship with the Kings, why would they spend money on you?

Now look!

The Kings are gone, and now she regrets it.

Too late for that!

As a guild, they were there to help streamers handle issues. Like the account Wenxuan was using, which had a Sound Wave Level of 55. But it wasn’t her personal asset; it was a guild account, specifically used to tip streamers.

The purpose was to handle situations like the one Moli faced.

[Stellar Guild Internal Chat Group]

[streamer Xiao Yu: “Xuan-Jie, please don’t be too hard on Moli. She surely realizes her mistake. Could you help her out instead?”]

[streamer Cloud Shadow: “Yeah, Xuan-Jie, it’s not entirely Moli’s fault. That new streamer clearly had bad intentions.”]

[streamer Naturally Uncommon: “Winning ten times in a simple game like Phrase Chain? I don’t buy it. Those ten Carnivals were a trap for Moli, and she was too naive to see it.”]

[streamer Moli: “Boo hoo…”]

[streamer Baiyu: “Moli, tell me that streamer’s name and when they go live tomorrow. I’ll avenge you!”]

[streamer Xiao Yu: “Exactly! Moli-Jie, tell Baiyu-Ge to go! We can’t just let them bully us!”]

[streamer Xiao Yu: “Do they really think our Stellar Guild is easy to push around?”]

[Manager Wenxuan: “@Baiyu, @Moli, @Xiao Yu, what are you planning? A rebellion?”]

Wenxuan felt exhausted.

Is this really the time to discuss revenge?

Shouldn’t they be reflecting on whether there’s something wrong with their own streaming?

Is there an issue with their attitude?

It’s just a small-time streamer who just started. Even if you succeed in getting revenge, so what?

The Kings have already left.

The most important thing is to understand your own issues and prevent more Kings from leaving!

[streamer Xiao Yu: “(muttering) Are we just going to let this slide…”]

[Manager Wenxuan: “…”]

Where you sit determines where you stand.

Wenxuan was thinking about the company’s perspective, always prioritizing profit, but the streamers clearly didn’t think that way.

They cared more about their feelings and emotions.

As for the Kings… wasn’t that the guild’s concern?

[Manager Shen Jianfeng: “Haha… quite the heated discussion. I actually think giving that new streamer a lesson wouldn’t hurt.”]

[Manager Wenxuan (frowning): “Shen, what do you mean?”]

[Manager Shen Jianfeng (shrugging): “It’s simple. Our guild has plenty of money. The loss of the Kings is already a done deal. Instead of self-reflection, the current issue is addressing the streamers’ emotional concerns.”]

[Manager Shen Jianfeng: “With everyone so emotional, saying too much will only backfire. We can teach that new streamer a lesson first, and then reflect on ourselves later…”]

[streamer Xiao Yu: “Exactly! Xuan-Jie, we need to teach that new streamer a lesson now!”]

[streamer Cloud Shadow: “Shen-Ge is the best!”]

[streamer Moli: “Boo hoo, thank you all, but please don’t argue. It’s okay if I suffer a bit…”]

Wenxuan took a deep breath, looking at the chat group, too angry to speak.

Fine, fine, fine.

Is this how you all want to handle it?

[Manager Wenxuan: “…Alright, since you’re all so united in this, I have nothing more to say. @Shen Jianfeng, since you started this, you handle it. I’m out. If things get out of hand, you explain to the Guild Master!”]

Moli was one of Wenxuan’s streamers.

Shen Jianfeng had always been a bit envious, wanting to poach Moli from her.

Now the opportunity had come, and Shen Jianfeng wasn’t going to let it slip by.

But Shen Jianfeng was clever.

With a quick thought, he typed with a smile.

[Manager Shen Jianfeng: “Haha… Xuan-Jie, you’re just saying that out of anger. I’m just trying to help. Don’t be mad. We don’t have to seek revenge, okay? We’re all part of the same guild, and harmony brings wealth.”]

Wenxuan sneered.

Haha, you stirred the pot, and if revenge succeeds, it’s your credit.

If things go wrong, you want to drag me down with you?

Dream on!

We’re both seasoned players; don’t try to play tricks on me.

[Manager Wenxuan: “Oh, I’m not angry, just feeling a bit overwhelmed… @Shen Jianfeng, how about this, Shen? I’ve been thinking of taking a break. You handle Moli’s situation.”]

[Manager Wenxuan: “I can’t manage all these streamers alone. If you handle Moli’s situation well, I’ll transfer her to you. How about that?”]

[Manager Wenxuan: “@Moli, what do you think? Any objections?”]

Moli’s eyes lit up as she read the chat, but she quickly typed a feigned response.

[streamer Moli: “…Xuan-Jie, I’ll miss you, but you do seem tired. If it’s really necessary, I’ll go with Shen-Ge…”]

Footnote:

Jie(姐): In Chinese culture, using “xx姐” (pronounced as “xx jie”) to address someone is quite common, especially in Mainland China and other Chinese-speaking communities. The term “jie” means “older sister” and, when used in this context, typically carries a sense of affection and friendliness. It indicates respect and amiability towards the person, similar to calling someone “sis” or “big sister” in English.