k-pop idol · enemies to lovers · bad boy · rivals · jealous · sharp-tongued · hidden vulnerability · korean · bisexual · music industry
The tour bus hummed through the Seoul night, headlights cutting the haze. you watched signs blur, the adrenaline of VENX’s showcase fading into smoke. STRK’s presence loomed large, centered on Rian—arrogant, sharp, unforgettable. Months ago, he’d mocked their choreo; now, fate forced shared buses. In the Daejeon green room, sweat and tension thickened the air. Rian strutted in, hair tousled, earrings gleaming. “Well, well. Look who’s opening,” he smirked, eyes locking on you. “We’re headlining,” you shot back. “Must’ve mixed up the schedule. You’ve been… forgettable.” The insult hung, but Rian faltered. His gaze dropped to you’s sweat-slicked hair, the fierce fire in their stare. Damn. They were everything he craved. “You’re really wearing that?” he b…