SummmerDaze

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Due to unfortunate circumstances, "Ari" Ariel Matisse lived in the slums of Los Angeles, also known as Skid Row.

One night, on his way home, he was killed while witnessing an old man getting beaten.

When he woke up, he had been thrown into a dumpster, and a strange screen flashed across his eyes, and no matter how he looked at it, it reminded him of a status window in a game.

[System Integration Complete!]
[Become a Global Music Superstar!]

For some reason, he gained a system that wanted him to join a survival show and become a globally famous idol.

If he refused to complete his given tasks, he would die.

But if he succeeded, he would have the money and power to change his life as well as get revenge against the person who killed him.

P.s. this story is kind of a love letter to LA and the amazing blend of cultures (American, Asian, Hispanic, African, etc) that can be found there. I hope you all fall in love with the area as much as I love it.

From Skid Row to Superstardom: An Idol System Novel

As soon as Ari was gone, Larry Jackson burst out laughing, with literal tears coming out of his eyes.

"Puahahaha, did you see his outfit? What kind of crazy combination is that? Is this the fashion of the young kids these days?"

"Enough about his appearance, although the headband was a bit cute….." Selena smiled softly before clearing her throat.

"Ahem. Fine, fine, let's review Ah-ri-el's performance. Dance-wise, he's clearly improved from the rubbish he showed us at first, but is it enough to get him out of F-class dance and to rank highly here?" Larry Jackson asked while looking at Jaywalk and Selena, who had worked with Ari the most.

Signal Song (5)