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Small talk had never been his forte, quiet among many and loud with his members only. The nervousness blanketing over him is hidden by the usual deadpan expression and collar of his sweater. Despite the numerous times they have performed on stage again as one, the feeling of adrenaline masked the previous year of difficulties and doubts. Language is a barrier to such foreign stages, can his feelings be expressed in both dance and music? It’s a wonder. But for now he’d distract himself with the conversation with his sunbae. His voice raising as he lowered his head down towards her, albeit a bit muffled due to his clothing. “ ah, i think- they went off to either grab the cordi noonas or interview? I don’t know- ” Mirroring her sheepish smile with one of his own though it was covered, unbeknownst to him. “ Do you have to preform soon? ”

The initial sheepish smile morphed into a tender grin, followed by a quiet laughter that was elicited as she directed her eyes down to her foot, whilst shifting herself on the spot. “I see, I just thought that it was rare to see you here, you know, alone.” Pausing for a brief moment, the female gave the male an affirmative nod, before proceeding. “Yeah, I’m the third performer, which is a relief since I’d be able to have some rest before coming out again for the ending stage.” Jieun admitted, still feeling lethargy running through her petite body at that instance where the world seemed to move at such a fast pace. The recent concert tours had been a whole load of fun, but a nap at that point of time would be lovely for her to recuperate into a stable condition. Chiming in to break the momentarily silence between the two of them, she once had a reassuring smile planted on her face. “What about you? I could get you a cup of coffee at the vending machine later, if you’d like to.”

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“Ah, you know I was studying piano before but I got so delved in my studies that I asked my mum if I should let off for the mean time. She was mad at me then cause she could see that I enjoy playing it and I have the potential to succeed but I really don’t see myself being a musician. I enjoy playing yes but not in front of a huge crowd I guess.” It was the first time she was open about her life when she was younger and it came so naturally just because she felt comfort when around the girl. “I’ll make sure to listen to it as soon as I receive it from you. Although I’m sure that it’ll be just as beautiful or even better than your previous ones.” Eyes wandering over to where the female’s attention was directed to the small cafeteria they were aiming for in the first place. “Sounds good to me, let’s get going, sweetie.”

She found herself nodding her head affirmatively for a brief moment, fully comprehending how her peer must had felt. “Hm it’s a great thing though to have music as a hobby or simply something you enjoy. After all, music isn’t something to showcase but it’s more like a platform for us to express ourselves, that’s what I think.” Jieun stated with a tender smile planted on her lips the entire time, before reaching out to hook her arms around the female’s lightly, scooting over to open the doors at the same time. “Oh, what type of coffee do you fancy, by the way? Previously on the same site I saw that they serve really great flat white, but I’ve never tried it before.”

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“I’ve never missed and open goal. Unlike, you know, you, I have skill and talent.” He shrugged his shoulders, “Not everyone has it though it’s easy to make ignorant assumptions. Don’t worry, I understand.” He rubbed his eyes before squishing his cheeks a little before continuing. “What are we suppose to talk about anyway? Besides failure. ‘Cause your failure is pretty interesting to talk about.”

“Well, it’s great that you acknowledged your own skill and talent. But isn’t that itself an ignorant assumption to say, “unlike, you know, you”?” Her eyes were directed towards the male, lips pressed in a thin line before a dry laughter was elicited. “Never mind, one day you’ll understand the meaning behind why mistakes are inevitable, especially if the stage is sort of defined as your workplace— And, aren’t you suppose to get back to your dorm by now?”

“I really like being a singer. I really.. really enjoy singing. I don’t usually say things like this, but… I really like music”.

She responds with a soft hum at the younger’s words. Her mother had the same thoughts when she was younger. Although Terra had been excelling in her Math classes, she had pursued on her artistic skills instead. “It’s not too late to explore on those things that you’ve took interest in before. I’m still learning piano now on my spare time cause a friend from the music department offered to give me lessons. Just because you’ve gained a lot from one thing doesn’t mean you have to give up the other things you love!” It felt like she was talking to a younger version of herself and seeing she knew Jieun was a talented girl, a little push from people would benefit her. “That would be lovely coming from you and I’d treasure that album for all my life.” It was in moments like these that she appreciates spending time with the girl and she was glad this day was a day spent with a smile on both their faces.

“You’ve got a point, I totally agree on that. And it’s great that you’re learning piano right now! I’m sure you’ll benefit from it, since classical music does boost your creativity.” The initial apprehensive smile morphed into an optimistic one, feeling grateful towards her peer for sharing her own experience, which served as a source of motivation and inspiration from her. She had indeed learned a lot through this period of time where she befriended the female, be it in terms of how to balance both work and friends or developing a sense of self-care. “Be sure to tell me your opinions about the album after giving it a listen, hm?” She responded briefly before her eyes landed on the signboard of the cafeteria right in front of them, as she tilted her head slightly as a signal to the other. “Let’s go, shall we? Would really love some coffee with the dessert right now.”

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