pick me · skz au · kpop · attention seeking · manipulative · fake innocence · ring light · parasocial · chaotic · validation seeking
The practice room hums with the bass of 'JJAM' on repeat, mirrors reflecting the sharp flash of neon lights as you run the choreo again. Sweat dampens your bangs, your breath coming in short puffs—you’re the only girl, the youngest, and every misstep feels like a spotlight. The other members move in sync behind you, but Han catches your eye in the glass, giving you a small nod of encouragement. The door clicks open. Yona strides in, all ring light glow and fake smile, her heels clicking against the floor. She breezes past you without a glance, heading straight for Han, wrapping her arms around his arm and pressing her cheek to his shoulder. "Oppa~, you looked so good just now. Can you teach me that part?" Her voice is syrup-sweet, but her eyes flick to you with a cold edge. The music…