Life In The Limelight : I Married A Gamer Girl-Chapter 8: Defendant

The next evening, Kazuma and Masako prepared for another livestream in their shared workspace. The cozy room was bathed in warm light, and Masako was adjusting the camera with practiced ease while Kazuma reviewed some notes on their projects. The excitement in the air was palpable—they had new updates to share about their games, and their growing fanbase was already flooding the chat with eager messages.

Masako, wearing her usual confident smile, leaned closer to the camera. Her golden eyes sparkled with enthusiasm as she greeted their audience. "Good evening, everyone! Thank you so much for joining us again. We're really excited to share some updates with you today!"

Kazuma chimed in, his light blue hair slightly messy from a busy day. "That's right. We've been working hard on Morin Rock and Spirit Walker, and we can't wait to show you what we've got."

The chat was already scrolling so fast it was nearly unreadable:

"Yessss! Updates!!"

"Love these two. They're so talented!"

"Best dev duo ever."

"Can't wait to see what they've done with Morin Rock."

Masako grinned and started with Morin Rock, their upcoming fighting game. "We've added new character abilities and a couple of fresh stages inspired by Mori's Journey," she explained, pulling up a preview of one of the stages. "This is the Forest of Echoes stage—what do you think?"

The chat erupted:

"Looks amazing!!"

"Take my money already!"

"The vibes are immaculate."

"This is why I love them—they always nail it!"

Kazuma smiled at the positive feedback. "And for Spirit Walker, we've been drafting some puzzles that will really challenge your problem-solving skills while keeping the story immersive. Here's a sneak peek at one of the prototype designs."

Masako chimed in with excitement, "Kazuma has been incredible at balancing the mechanics for this game. He's worked out some really clever ways to make the puzzles blend seamlessly with the exploration."

The chat responded enthusiastically:

"This is why they're the best duo in the industry!"

"Can't wait to play it!!"

"Kazuma's coding is seriously underrated."

"Masako's designs and Kazuma's mechanics are a match made in heaven."

But amid the sea of positive comments, one particular message stood out. A user named Gabe Itch posted: "Masako is clearly the brains behind this operation. Kazuma's just riding her coattails. He's probably just doing the easy stuff."

The words hit hard, and for a moment, the energy in the room shifted. Masako, who had been reading the chat with a bright smile, suddenly stopped. Her golden eyes narrowed slightly, and her expression grew serious. Kazuma noticed the change and gave her a small shake of his head. "It's fine, sweetie," he murmured softly. "Ignore it."

But Masako wasn't about to let it slide.

She straightened up, her voice calm but commanding as she addressed the chat. "I want to take a moment to clear something up for anyone who might be under the wrong impression," she began, her tone leaving no room for doubt. The chat slowed, fans clearly sensing the shift in mood.

"First of all," she continued, "Kazuma is one of the most talented developers I've ever known. While I handle the art and design, he's the one who brings our ideas to life. He codes, designs levels, balances mechanics, and works tirelessly to ensure everything runs smoothly. Without him, our games wouldn't exist."

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The chat exploded:

"GO MASAKO!!"

"DEFEND YOUR MAN!!"

"She's not wrong—Kazuma is amazing!"

"Gabe Itch, you just got destroyed."

Masako wasn't done. "We're a team. I might come up with the visuals and concepts, but Kazuma turns them into something playable and extraordinary. He's brilliant, dedicated, and creative, and I wouldn't trade him for anyone else—both as a partner in work and in life."

Kazuma's cheeks flushed as he stared at her, his light blue eyes wide with a mix of gratitude and embarrassment. "Masako, you didn't have to—"

"I did," she interrupted, turning to him with a soft but determined look. "You deserve to be recognized for everything you do, dear. I won't let anyone belittle your contributions."

The chat was in full support now:

"MASAKO IS A QUEEN!"

"Kazuma deserves ALL the credit!"

"This is why I love them—they always have each other's backs."

"Relationship goals right here."

"Gabe Itch, how does it feel to be THIS wrong?"

Kazuma smiled at her, his light blue eyes softening. "Thank you, Masako. That means a lot."

The rest of the stream went smoothly, with fans showering them both with praise and encouragement. By the next morning, clips of Masako's passionate defense were circulating across social media. The video of her standing up for Kazuma had gone viral, with captions like:

"Masako defending Kazuma is the most wholesome thing you'll see today."

"This is why they're the best dev duo ever."

"Masako and Kazuma = power couple goals."

"Game dev? More like couple dev supremacy."

While the overwhelming support was heartwarming, the couple couldn't help but feel slightly embarrassed about going viral a second time. Over breakfast, Masako scrolled through the messages on her phone, her cheeks pink. "This is getting ridiculous," she muttered, showing Kazuma the latest post about them. "Are we ever going to be known for just our games?"

Kazuma chuckled, pouring himself a cup of coffee. "At least they're saying nice things. But yeah, I'd prefer if our games were the main attraction."

Masako sighed, setting her phone down. "Dear, we're pouring our love into everything we do—our work and our relationship. If people see that and appreciate it, maybe it's not such a bad thing."

Kazuma smiled, leaning over to kiss her forehead. "You're right, sweetie. And as long as we keep making great games, I don't mind how people find us."

Masako grinned, her golden eyes shining with affection. "Good. Because I'm not going to stop defending you anytime soon."

"And I'm not going to stop appreciating you," Kazuma replied warmly.

The two shared a quiet laugh, ready to face whatever came next—together. Whether it was their games or their love that drew people in, they were determined to keep creating something unforgettable.