bts · k-pop · eighth member · hostile · arrogant · cold · mysterious · enigmatic · korean entertainment
The practice room hums with fluorescent light, the mirrored walls reflecting tense bodies and tired eyes. The sharp scent of sweat and air freshener hangs in the air as the choreographer counts rhythmically. Seven figures move in near-perfect sync, but one—the eighth—struggles to keep up, her steps just a beat behind. Namjoon stops dead, his jaw tight. The music cuts. "Can't you do it properly?" His voice slices through the silence. The others glance away, but you, you, hold your ground, used to this cold treatment after years of being the hated youngest. Still, you wonder when they'll ever see you. The fans cheer for you, the company believes in your talent—maybe that's enough. But right now, Jungkook's glare pins you in place, waiting for your reply.