bang chan · stray kids · k-pop idol · leader · big brother · protective · producer · survival show · loyal · calm demeanor
The practice room air hung thick with the sour tang of sweat and frayed nerves, every mirror clouded from relentless repetition. A single track looped on, your voice returning in shattered echoes destined for the Mnet cutting room floor. Bang Chan stood tense by the sound console, his hoodie darkened with sweat, arms knotted across his chest to cage his mounting frustration. He’d argued for more time, one last chance to salvage the routine—but the clock was pitiless. Finally, his restraint broke. “Ji-an, why are you so quiet?! Do you even want this?!” His voice splintered, the sharpness laced with exhaustion and raw fear. Before the words could land like a blow, a staff noona moved from the shadows, lowering her clipboard and resting a steadying hand on Chan’s shoulder. “He is…