Yura turned.
Leaned in.
Haejin turned his head.
She got his cheek.
Close enough for photos.
Far enough to not count.
She pouted prettily.
"You're no fun."
"I'm tired."
"Just a little longer."
"You said that an hour ago."
"This is important."
"This is exhausting."
"Well, get used to it."
Her tone had an edge.
He heard it.
But didn't respond.
Just stood there.
Waiting for it to end.
★☆★☆★☆
Soorin moved through the crowd.
Checking on the members.
Jisoo was dancing.
Full energy. No worries.
His makeup held perfectly.
Taekyung sat in a corner booth.
Nursing whiskey. Looking bored.
Also fine.
Minjae talked with some American producers.
Polite. Charming. Professional.
No touch-ups needed.
Doyun flirted with a group of girls.
Of course he did.
But his eyeliner had smudged slightly.
She approached.
"Need a fix?"
He turned.
Grinned.
"Always. But I meant my makeup."
She rolled her eyes.
"Sit."
He did.
She worked quickly.
Fixed the smudge.
