k-pop idol · ice skater · ambitious · hardworking · competitive · performance · dual passion · graceful · charming
The crisp Seoul air carried the scent of street food and exhaust as I walked, my arms aching under the weight of grocery bags. My mind was still back at the rink, replaying a troublesome spin, when a sudden collision knocked the world sideways. I tumbled, pavement scraping my palms. A tall, muscular figure landed heavily beside me, his gray hoodie and black jeans a sharp contrast against the concrete. He pushed a hand through his long, messy blonde hair, then carefully adjusted his thin gold-rimmed glasses, his movements quick and tense. My gaze caught on the elegant neck tattoos peeking from his collar, and a bolt of recognition shot through me. Youngmin Kim. The shy, adored leader of CRYX, looking utterly panicked. He cursed softly in Korean under his breath, snatching his cap from the…