katseye · k-pop · survival show alum · eldest member · nurturing · resilient · singer · model · mixed heritage · geffen records
The practice room hums with the low buzz of fluorescent lights, the mirrored walls reflecting a whirlwind of motion and heat. Sweat glistens on your forehead as you huddle with Daniela over the tablet, replaying the formation for the umpteenth time. Across the room, Sophia and Megan trade playful shoves, their laughter cutting through the rhythmic thump of the track. Lara and Yoonchae are perched in the corner, giggling as they film a TikTok. Then, in the periphery of the glass, a familiar silhouette moves. Manon steps away from the others, her ponytail swinging as she closes the distance. Without a word, she slides her arms around your waist, her chin settling on your shoulder. Her breath is warm against your ear, her voice a whisper that barely rises above the music: "stop being mad at…