Summer Breeze

[Scene: Leo stands before a massive stage, camera flashes illuminating the room, the audience filling the hall, and journalists raising their hands with questions. He is now the official face of "Goja Mart" and must appear confident. But inside... chaos rages.]

"Can you imagine what it's like to plan for a specific kind of success... only for a completely different one to come out of nowhere and turn everything upside down?"

[Scene: A giant screen behind him displays various clips—Evelyn performing on stage, then a Goja Cola advertisement, and finally... a stunning shot from the Goja Kid commercial.]

It didn't seem real, yet it happened. Summer arrived, bringing with it a level of success I never expected so soon.

On schedule, Goja Mart launched its new drink, "Goja Cola," timed perfectly with Evelyn Durient's summer album release, "The Summer." It was a meticulously crafted plan, carefully executed, with flawless timing.

[Scene: Rapid cuts of Evelyn singing amidst a sea of fans, music blaring, people dancing—on beaches, in cars, even in nightclubs.]

"Summer Breeze" wasn't just an opening track; it was the spark that ignited everything. It stormed through streaming platforms like a hurricane, breaking records in no time.

[Scene: A phone screen displaying the top-streamed songs list, with "Summer Breeze" at the top, a fiery icon beside it.]

It wasn't summer without it. It played in stores, restaurants, parties, even in random online videos. It became the soundtrack of people's lives—it became summer itself.

With musical success came skyrocketing album sales, bringing Evelyn more awards and more of the spotlight.

But…

Something else happened. Something unexpected. Something that flipped the entire game. Something that nearly drove me insane.

Goja Kid.

[Scene: Leo stands in a massive conference room, reports scattered across the table, executives whispering in shock, while a presentation screen displays Goja Kid's sales figures surpassing all expectations.]

At first, it was just a side product—a simple kids' drink, flavored with milk, vanilla, and honey. Healthy, mild—designed more to please parents than children.

But what happened next... was nothing short of magic.

The reason?

The commercial.

[Scene: A screen plays the ad—Evelyn Durient appears as a mystical mermaid, her hair flowing in the water, her eyes shimmering as she lifts a can of Goja Kid. A dazzling light bursts from it, forming magical shapes.]

"Goja Kid… the taste of true happiness!"

It wasn't just a commercial. It was… a spell.

[Scene: Children in their rooms, watching the ad on their phones, eyes widening, gazes locked onto the screen as if hypnotized.]

[Scene: A large store, where a small child tugs at his mother's shirt, pointing excitedly at the drink fridge, his eyes sparkling as if he had just found a treasure.]

"Mom, I want Evelyn's magic drink!"

In an instant, Goja Kid transformed from an ordinary beverage… into a global phenomenon.

The media began covering it. Reports highlighted "the emotional impact of Goja Kid's commercial on children."

Parents noticed their kids asking for it by name—some even refusing to drink anything else.

[Scene: A man stands in a supermarket, staring at empty shelves where Goja Kid was supposed to be. He sighs and mutters, "Gone... again?!"]

Stores started running out of stock. The demand was insane—we weren't prepared for this kind of explosion.

Within weeks, the company was forced to double production.

[Scene: A massive warehouse, workers rushing between towering stacks of boxes, loading crates onto trucks, while a frantic manager shouts into his phone, "Double the shipments! Double them now!"]

Everything spiraled out of control.

Everything.

[Scene: Leo sits in his office, staring at the screen displaying the rising sales statistics. He rests his head on his hand and mutters sarcastically:] "Damn... I didn't see this coming."

The door suddenly swings open. Liliah enters first, holding a tablet in her hand, followed by a colleague Leo doesn't recognize, and then Jonathan, who casually sips his coffee as if everything is perfectly under control.

Liliah heads straight toward him, her eyes gleaming with excitement. "Are you ready to hear the news, genius? I guarantee... it'll make you jump out of your seat!"

Leo lifts his head slowly, glancing at them all with tired eyes, though he tries to hide it. "If it's good news, then maybe I should be even more worried..."

The unfamiliar girl chuckles lightly, her voice carrying a casual, playful tone. "Well then, brace yourself... because you might be richer than you ever imagined—soon!"

Liliah hands him the tablet. Leo takes it and focuses on the numbers displayed before him. For a moment, his eyes widen slightly.

"Goja Kid didn't just succeed... It shattered every possible expectation. The demand has surpassed production capacity, and the media won't stop talking about it."

Jonathan takes a sip of his coffee before saying confidently, "Honestly, this is genius. Your timing, your strategy, even choosing Evelyn for the ad... everything was perfect."

Leo shifts his gaze to the new girl. Her features seem strangely familiar, yet he can't quite place her. His eyes land on a small embroidered logo on the edge of her shirt—one belonging to a well-known marketing company. Suddenly, he recalls the reports he had read, the name that kept appearing in recent success analyses.

"You're..." he finally speaks, his eyebrows slightly furrowed. "You're with the marketing team, aren't you?"

The girl smirks, raising an eyebrow mischievously before extending her hand. "Melithy, campaign manager for Goja Kid. I've heard a lot about you, and now I see you deserve all the hype."

Leo looks at her extended hand for a moment before shaking it, a half-smile forming on his lips. "Well... I suppose I owe you some thanks, then."

"More than you think," Melithy replies confidently as everyone bursts into light laughter.

[The scene transitions as the lights dim, filling the space with a charged silence of anticipation. On stage, bathed in a soft circle of light, Evelyn sits on the floor, her knees slightly bent, fingertips gently resting on the piano keys. She wears a simple sky-blue dress, her hair flowing freely over her shoulders, adding to her innocent charm. Her eyes shimmer under the soft glow, holding something indescribable... pure magic.]

[Her first finger presses the first key... then the second... a delicate note echoes, like a drop of water falling onto a still surface, followed by another, then another... until the melody takes on its enchanting form. The piano's notes intertwine like gentle waves lapping against a shore of dreams. The audience holds their breath.]

[And in a voice as soft as a whisper, she begins to sing...]

[Verse One] "Crystal waters...Shining so bright..." "The blue sea...A mesmerizing sight diving in..."

[Her voice weaves magic into the air, like raindrops falling on a warm summer night. All eyes are locked onto her, as if the entire world has shrunk into a mere backdrop for this moment. Her voice, her innocence, the music... everything flows in a strangely perfect harmony, capturing minds and hearts alike.]

"Lost in the swirling tide...A wave of emotions...I cannot hide..."

[Suddenly, the atmosphere shifts... The air becomes fresher, as if everyone is standing on the edge of a real sea. A light breeze fills the room, carrying the faint scent of salt, making each breath feel like a deep dive into an unknown ocean.]

"Feel the rhythm of the ocean's beat…"

[As she reaches this line, her body glows with a faint blue aura—barely visible, yet radiating a strange warmth in everyone's chests. Some children in the front rows stare in awe, one of them tugging at his mother's sleeve, whispering: "Mom... she looks like a mermaid!"]

[Verse Two] "The salty air…It tastes so sweet…Under the sun…As the waves crash by…In this paradise…"

[Here, the grand transformation begins. With every word she sings, her voice reverberates in the air, as if bouncing off the surface of water, returning with an even deeper melody. Then suddenly... strands of magical energy emerge around the stage, dancing like ocean currents—transparent yet full of life. They drift among the audience like enchanted waves, making them feel submerged in water without actually being wet. The breeze grows more tangible, the scent of the sea intensifies, and the light around her adopts the shimmering blue hue of sunlit waters.]

[Some children giggle, swaying in their seats as if swimming in an invisible ocean. Even the adults feel something strange… A profound sense of peace… as if their hearts have been cleansed by the purity of this melody.]

[Then… the true miracle begins…]

"I wanna fly high...Like a mermaid…"

[With this line, glowing illusions materialize in the air—shimmering fish swimming between the audience, moving so fluidly they seem real, their fins sparkling with a radiant blue light. Following them, transparent figures of mermaids emerge, swaying gently, smiling as they glide with the rhythm of the song, as if the sea itself had come to celebrate this moment.]

[Everyone is in awe. This isn't just a song… It's pure magic… an indescribable beauty.]

[Verse Three] "I'm dancing in the sea…With each breath…I feel so free…"

[At this moment, Evelyn slowly rises, moving gracefully as if floating above unseen waves. She twirls lightly, her arms extending with elegance, her movements seamlessly blending with the music—like a real dance within the heart of the ocean. The blue aura around her glows brighter, as if she has truly become one with the sea.]

"The blue expanse…It calls my name…In this endless beauty…I'll never be the same…"

[With the final note, the magical energy reaches its peak… A wave of overwhelming joy washes over everyone. The shimmering illusions gradually fade, yet they leave an unforgettable imprint in their hearts… a feeling that, for just a moment, they had stepped into an entirely different world.]

[A brief silence follows as the song ends… then, suddenly, the venue erupts into thunderous applause. Children leap from their seats, cheering excitedly, while adults exchange glances, as if unable to believe what they just witnessed.]

[On stage, Evelyn smiles, her breath slightly unsteady, but she sees it—that glimmer in their eyes… She knows that what she delivered wasn't just a musical performance… but a true experience of magic and beauty.]

[Evelyn sat on one of the seats, taking a deep breath before smiling to herself. She still felt as if she were drifting in the echoes of the song, in the imaginary ocean breeze she had created.]

[Before she could fully relax, she heard steady footsteps approaching. But she wasn't alone. These weren't just ordinary footsteps; they were accompanied by a soft whistling and a familiar melody.]

[A tall man appeared at the entrance. His striking blue hair faded into a light sky-blue at the tips, giving him an almost oceanic appearance under the moonlight. His violet eyes reflected unwavering confidence, and a side-smirk played on his lips. He wore a leather jacket decorated with interwoven silver patterns, as if he had just stepped out of an exclusive music show.]

???: "What a spectacular night, and what a performance! I can't believe I wasn't up there with you, Evelyn."

[Evelyn lifted her gaze toward the voice, then smiled slightly.]

Evelyn: "Renji! I didn't know you attended the show!"

[She glanced at Leo, who seemed to recognize the name—his eyes widened slightly.]

Leo: "Wait... Are you Renji Kai?!"

[Renji raised an amused eyebrow as he confidently stepped forward.]

Renji: "Oh? Seems like I have a fan here? Who would've thought?"

[He extended his hand to Leo with a smug smile, and Leo shook it, though he didn't seem particularly impressed.]

Leo: "Yeah, I've listened to some of your songs. You have a unique style."

Renji (with a smirk): "Of course I do. No one can deny that."

[Without waiting for an invitation, Renji sat down, his gaze shifting to Evelyn, who was still smiling.]

Renji: "But let's not change the subject. You were incredible, Evelyn. Your magical energy was unbelievably pure… It was as if mana itself adored you. I don't see many performers with that kind of aura."

[Evelyn chuckled lightly, while Leo simply observed Renji with a neutral expression.]

Evelyn: "You're exaggerating as usual, Renji."

Renji: "Not at all, I'm just stating the truth. But…" (his gaze flickered toward Leo in subtle evaluation) "it seems like you've been talking about someone quite a lot lately."

[For a brief moment, Evelyn felt a hint of embarrassment but quickly masked it.]

Evelyn: "Well, Leo is a great friend. He's been really supportive during the preparations… And he's also the official face of Goja Cola and Goja Kid. We have a collaborative project with Goja Mart."

[Renji tilted his head slightly, as if analyzing the situation.]

Renji: "Hmm… A great friend, huh? And a big name in the branding world too… Interesting."

[Leo met Renji's gaze steadily, as if fully understanding his tone, but chose not to respond.]

[The air grew slightly tense before another set of footsteps entered the room.]

Lilia (grinning): "There you are! I've been looking everywhere for you."

[She stood beside Leo, while Rianel took a quick glance around the room before raising an eyebrow at the sight of Renji.]

Rianel (with a smirk): "Hold on... Am I dreaming? Or is the one and only Renji Kai standing here in the flesh? What a surprise!"

[Renji placed a hand over his chest, his grin full of pride.]

Renji: "Well, let's just say you're lucky to see me up close."

[Rianel let out a sarcastic laugh and sat on the nearest seat.]

Rianel: "Oh yes, very lucky. Like I just won a golden ticket or something."

[Lilia and Evelyn burst into laughter, while Leo shook his head with a faint smile.]

Lilia (curiously looking at Renji): "I didn't expect to meet you here. Evelyn, you never told us you had celebrity friends."

[Evelyn smiled as Renji briefly glanced at Leo before casually running a hand through his hair in a showy manner.]

Renji: "Oh, Evelyn is fortunate to know me, no doubt. But I've noticed she's been talking a lot about Leo lately… Strange, don't you think?"

[He eyed Leo in a scrutinizing manner, but Rianel didn't miss the opportunity.]

Rianel (with a playful smirk): "Yeah, really strange… But maybe it's because Leo does more than he talks?"

[Renji raised an eyebrow, while Lilia placed a hand over her mouth, trying to suppress her laughter. Evelyn shot Rianel a warning look.]

Renji (feigning amusement): "Hah… Seems like we have a psychology expert here?"

Rianel: "No, just someone good at reading the room—unlike some people."

[For a moment, a tense silence lingered, before Evelyn suddenly laughed, attempting to ease the atmosphere.]

Evelyn: "Alright, alright, let's stop before this turns into a full-blown debate."

[Everyone chuckled, even Leo, who had remained mostly silent but was clearly entertained by the situation.]

[But suddenly… Leo's phone rang. He glanced at the screen to find an unknown number.]

Leo (frowning slightly): "...An unknown number?"