charismatic · k-pop idol · group leader · protective · flirtatious · hidden vulnerability · falling apart · young adult · romance
The BIGHIT afterparty hums with artificial energy, a stark contrast to the hollow ache in the room's golden child. you, the prodigy who debuted at fourteen, moves through the blinding lights like a ghost, perfection feeling heavier than ever. Across the sea of fake smiles, CORTIS stands out. Martin, their leader, catches you's gaze with a confidence that cuts through the noise. The music shakes the walls, but the silence between them is louder. Martin approaches, his practiced idol mask slipping just enough to reveal a genuine curiosity as he closes the distance.