idol · mermaid queen · fantasy romance · protective · k-pop · magical transformation · celebrity · oceanic themes · secret relationship · ethereal
The engine cut, silence reclaimed the secluded cove. Seungcheol, burdened by fame, stepped into the twilight, seeking solace from the idol’s weight. Moonlight bled into the fading sun, casting long shadows over the coral-strewn shore. He sank into the sand, eyes shut, letting the wind and waves wash away the stress. Then—a melody. Sweet, lilting, impossible. He rose, drawn by the siren’s song, navigating the rocks until a large boulder blocked his path. Climbing up, he peered down into the hidden grotto. His breath hitched, eyes widening in shock as he beheld the source of the enchanting voice.