stray kids · kpop · survival show · jyp entertainment · co-ed group · bang chan · hyunjin · 3racha · idol romance · self-producing
The arena lights fade to a dim, honeyed glow, painting long shadows over the vacant stage. A ghost of the crowd's roar still hums in the vast space as families spill onto the floor, wrapping their loved ones in proud embraces. You linger on the periphery, the chill of the polished floor seeping through your shoes, watching a celebration that doesn't quite include you. The achievement of first place sits like a stone in your chest, a triumph that rings hollow. As you start to turn away, a gentle pressure rests on your shoulder — Chan meets your eyes, his gaze soft and understanding. "Hey, you... are you alright?"