Chapter 36 : Ahyeon (4)

"You were called by the director?"

As I left Director office and entered the practice room, Gyeong-taw asked. The manager must have told the others where I had been called.

"Yeah."

"Can I ask what you talked about? Does it have anything to do with us?"

I couldn't tell them what had happened with Director Jo.

"Director Jo said she'll be in charge of our group."

"Director Jo?!"

"Wow! Really?"

The members who had been eavesdropping gathered around me with wide eyes. Gyeong-tae, still suspicious, asked,

"Why did she tell you that? Isn't Jackie the leader?"

"Oh, right."

"The manager said you and Director Jo know each other. Is that true?"

"No, it's not like that."

"Then what is it?"

Gyeong-tae's persistent questioning made me think. I remembered something and reluctantly said,

"Actually, she's a bit worried about me."

"Worried?"

"I joined the debut group as a visual member, so my skills are lacking compared to yours. She's worried about what will happen after we debut."

"Oh…!"

"...."

The atmosphere in the practice room became tense. They realized how sensitive this topic was for me. Even Gyeong-tae, who had been questioning me, looked surprised.

"She's worried I might feel jealous and cause trouble. She said she'll support me so I can catch up to your skills."

"No, no way, Hae-sol! You're so talented, and you've improved so quickly."

"That's right. The teachers all praised your talent."

The members started to comfort me. They're so kind-hearted. Despite their tough appearances, they're actually very gentle. Especially Gyeong-tae, who is like a hedgehog with its spikes raised. But inside, he's soft and sweet. The members stopped asking about Director Jo and focused on comforting me.

"I told Director Jo I'll work hard. So don't worry, I'll do my best not to cause any trouble."

"I never worried about that!!"

Woo-yeon clung to me, and Eungyu and Kang Jun joined in, making me feel overwhelmed. At least Gyeong-tae and Jackie didn't join in, or I would have screamed.

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The boy group 'S.K.Y' has a refreshing concept. The album's main title and name are both 'FLY.' The intro of the title song 'FLY' starts with Gyeong tae's deep rap. After his rap, the lively rhythm captivates the ears.

Woo-yeon's clear and beautiful voice signals the start of the song. His charming voice naturally draws attention, and then it's my turn. Suddenly, a question arises: what are these two doing?

Spread your wings and look up

I can't give up

Fly high, shout at the top of your lungs high high

With unchanging dreams, strongly high high

Before the question is resolved, I take the stage. With my solid and full voice, I sing and dance in the front, making it impossible not to focus on our performance, even if it sounds boastful.

Hold hands and jump

No matter what anyone says

Fly, I will fly to the end

Eungyu and Kang Jun take turns singing, and then Jackie appears, showing off his flashy rap. Gyeong-tae takes the baton and raps.

Are you ready? (Don't hesitate)

Whisper your small wish go go

Step on the wind fly fly

Step on the sunlight for you

Floating~ Floating~

Fly in the sky

A journey to the continent of dreams

It will be a miracle

After Jackie and Gyeong-tae's performance, it's Woo-yeon's and my turn to sing. Woo-yeon leads with a spectacular dance, and I support him with my vocals.

Let's do it together

You and me, that's how we

Hold hands and jump fly

No matter what anyone says

Fly, I will fly to the end

Are you ready?

Whisper your small wish go go

In the sky, what is there?

Above the clouds, below the sun

A rainbow will be waiting for you

"Huff…huff…!"

Clap clap clap clap!!

Live showcase stage. In other words, two months before the official debut. We successfully finished the stage with a live performance without any mistakes.

"Wow!! We did it!"

"Hurray!"

"Was it perfect? No one made a mistake, right?"

"I didn't make any mistakes!"

"We recorded it. Let's check."

"Monitoring~ Monitoring~"

After checking the recording, we confirmed that no one made any mistakes. We cheered and celebrated, then collapsed on the practice room floor, exhausted.

'We actually did it.'

The dance was so difficult that I wondered if we could really perform it live, but we did it. We still can't let our guard down, but knowing we can do it makes me feel much lighter. The sense of accomplishment is overwhelming.

"We finally succeeded, so shouldn't we have a party?"

"Yeah!!!"

"Party! Party!"

"Yes~"

"But is anyone still over their target weight? The manager won't allow it if we haven't reached our goals."

At Jackie question, tension filled the practice room. We exchanged glances, checking if anyone hadn't reached their target weight. No one raised their hand.

"What? Everyone reached their target weight?"

"Wow!! Then let's eat!! Let's go ask the manager."

They innocently went to ask the manager for permission to have a party, not even considering the option of sneaking food. Of course, the manager would say no, but Jackie and Woo-yeon went to persuade her, so I hoped for a good outcome.

'But will Joo-ah be available today?'

After spending the night with Ahyeon, I used the doppelganger doll to meet women 3-4 times a week. Mostly Ahyeon and Joo-ah. Ahyeon knew too much about the company, so I could only meet her once a week, while I spent most of my time with Joo-ah.

[Me: Joo-ah, are you free tonight?]

I casually sent her a message, expecting her to be available as usual. As Jackie and Woo-yeon returned with the manager's permission, I received a reply.

[Joo-ah: Oh no, I can't make it today.]

"You can't?"

Joo-ah, who had never turned down a meeting before, suddenly said she couldn't make it. I was shocked. We usually met late at night, so it didn't make sense for her to have other plans.

[Me: What's wrong?]

[Joo-ah: Yeah. So I won't be able to meet you for about a week.

[Me: A whole week? Are you going on a trip or something?]

Joo-ah loves traveling, so a trip would be a reasonable excuse.

[Joo-ah: Something like that.]

"Something like that? That's a weird way to put it."

[Me: Okay. I'll miss you.]

[Joo-ah: You want to see me again so soon? Hehe! Me too.]

The text itself didn't seem strange. She probably had something she couldn't tell me. Then I remembered women's monthly cycles.

"Oh, right!"

If that was the issue, it made sense that she couldn't meet for a week. She probably felt embarrassed to tell me.

[Me: Take care of yourself and don't be in pain! Text me when you're free. I'll wait.]

[Jua: Okay~ I'll do my best too! ]

"Be a sweet guy and act like you don't notice."

"What's sweet?"

"Whoa! You scared me!"

Woo-yeon suddenly appeared behind me. I thought he was discussing food with the others.

"Why are you here?"

"What do you want to eat, Hae-sol?"

"Me? You guys decide. I'm good with anything."

"Everyone has different opinions. Every vote counts!"

"Hmm, what are the options?"

"Kimbap, tteokbokki, sundae, jjamppong, jjajangmyeon, tangsuyuk."

"So it's snacks vs. Chinese food."

"Yes!"

"What do you want, Woo-yeon?"

"I want snacks."

"Then let's do snacks."

"Yay! As expected, Hae-sol always thinks of me! Guys, Hae-sol wants snacks!"

He ran to the others, shouting. It seemed my choice had swayed the vote.

"Nooo!"

"Let's revote! Revote!"

As they argued, I picked up my phone again.

'If Joo-ah can't make it, I'll have to see Ahyeon.'

I was about to send Ahyeon a message when I received a surprising text.

[Bok-soon: Are you busy?]

"Huh?"

It was a message from Bok-soon, whom I hadn't heard from in a while.

[Me: Bok-soon?]

[Bok-soon: I told you not to call me that! How long are you going to use my real name?!]

[Me: Do you really hate it when I call you that?]

[Bok-soon: Stop talking nonsense and come to my private room.]

[Me: What's going on?]

[Bok-soon: It's annoying, so don't ask and just come!]

[Me: Is it work-related or personal?]

[Bok-soon: What if it's personal?]

[Me: I'll be right there.]

If it's personal, there's no question. I immediately stood up.

"Where are you going? We're ordering food here."

"I need to see a teacher real quick. I'll be back late, so you guys eat without me and save some for me."

"What? Which teacher are you seeing?"

I ignored Woo-yeon's question and left the practice room. I never forgot about Bok-soon, even though she stopped contacting me. The passionate times we spent together were still fresh in my memory.

'She probably stopped contacting me because she knew I was busy preparing for my debut.'

She knew the pleasure I could give her, so I didn't think she distanced herself out of malice. If she had, she wouldn't have been so passionate during our last lesson.

'She must have been trying to resist but finally gave in.'

And my guess was right. As soon as I entered her private room, she pulled me onto the sofa and locked the door.

Click!

"You called me, and now you're doing this? What's going on?"

I pretended to be innocent and asked. Bok-soon scoffed at my question.

"You think I'll fall for your innocent act after everything we've done?"

When our eyes met, I was shocked. Bok-soon, whom I hadn't seen in a while, was oozing with sex appeal.

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