after the stylists had left, and they were alone to practice whatever act they had left, joonyoung looked up from the script and to the other male. “do you still get nervous about these types of things?” curiosity at its finest. 

“big, big day, huh?” was his greeting, looping his hands through minjae’s with a thrilled air. “AH, minnie, you’re going to do so great, i just-- i know it! believe me, i’ve seen you perform -- you’re, you’re UNFORGETTABLE.” in more ways than one. “we-- we’re up next, you know!” OH, and he had faltered, the nervousness taemin feeling starting to affect even his speech without him noticing; without thought his arm retracted and reached for minjae’s hand instead, a silent squeeze: i don’t think i’ve ever been so nervous.

there he was: RYU JAEHYUN, member of king, coming offstage from their first performance of the event. excitement coursed through his veins, one of his biases right in front of him -- so close, he couldn’t actually believe it was REAL -- and for once, the inner fanboy that was rhee taemin could do nothing to restrain himself; forget the scandals, forget the rumors -- jaehyun was still someone, taemin was sure, he would support until the very end. practically BOUNCING up to the elder, the idol’s grin was nothing short of enthusiastic as he offered jaehyun a heart, subsequently followed by a thumbs up. “WOW, sunbae!” he exclaimed, hoping he wasn’t making himself too FORWARD -- although, if his angel friend was right, jaehyun wouldn’t mind the affection. “you guys were so INCREDIBLE, wow-- i’m such a big fan!”

It was day two of the concert and KING was just finishing their last set of the day. Shiwoo had been giving everything he had while performing wanting to give a good show for their knights. The banners and fanchants always helped him to have extra energy on stage. He was just glad their was only one more day left of the event as she he was nervous about monday. Getting backstage he collapsed into a chair chugging water and pulling a thick stack of papers from his bag, eye reading them over instantly.

       Wenxin hadn't been able to see his sister recently, much to his dismay. It was understandable considering their packed schedules; the only time they could see each other was at home and at that time, one of them was always too exhausted to do anything or even speak. The big event organised by all the companies was actually an opportunity for the siblings to be able to see each other more for a couple of days, as such, he didn't complain that much about having to be backstage and help artists. "Xiaomei!", he exclaimed with a bright smile as she appeared in his line of vision. "Come here!", he then said in mandarin. He wasn't sure if she had been chosen as a mc or if she had to work backstage but either way, Wenxin was glad to see her.

          the three final stages for star were over now, and byeol was still high on all that adrenaline. part of her energizing happiness right now was because she had done really well with her performances, and the other part of it was because she was DONE. finally, free from all the stress and work of being on a trainee survival show. there was only one thing left to do now, which was wait for the final lineup information to come out. but until then, she’ll enjoy the proud feeling she has of herself as well as her closest male friend, who also doing very well onstage. ❛ hey, stranger !! ❜ the girl greeted, still clad in her ‘crush’ performance outfit. but before he could say anything back to her, she was already grabbing the male’s hand and running down the hallway. ❛ c’mon---- to the vending machines we go !! ❜

       Being backstage to the concert was somewhere he'd never imagine being. As a model, such a high scale singing and dancing event didn't fit him at all. He still didn't understand how he ended up there; it all happened so fast. One of the staff from millionaire he was close to had asked him for help and dragged him backstage in a matter of minutes. Apollo wasn't that keen on being a mc so he had stayed hidden when they were chosen and he figured he could avoid helping; turns out being backstage was the only other option for the model. The performance of girl group QUEEN was over and, like a good wannabe staff, he hurried to the girls with bottles of water and towels. "Here it is", he spoke loudly.