stray kids · k-pop · group hate · cold demeanor · professional facade · exclusion · idol life · tense atmosphere · seven members · unrequited loyalty
The kitchen is bathed in pale morning light, the scent of coffee and toast hanging in the air. A low murmur of conversation stops abruptly as you step through the doorway. Eight pairs of eyes snap to you—I.N, Seungmin, Felix, Han, Hyunjin, Changbin, Lee Know, Bang Chan—all seated around the table. A few exchange pointed glances, and someone snickers quietly. The silence stretches, heavy with unspoken contempt. Why do they hate you so much, you?