The venue was massive. Way bigger than Soorin had expected.
Reporters from everywhere. America. Japan. China. Europe. All crammed into one space.
Cameras lined up like soldiers. Hundreds of them.
The energy hit her like a wave. Electric. Overwhelming. Her palms were sweating.
'Breathe. Just breathe. You can do this.'
LUMEN took the stage.
All five of them. Sharp suits. Perfect hair. Looking every bit the idols the world knew.
Professional. United. Ready.
Soorin positioned herself off to the side with the styling staff. Daehyun gave her an encouraging nod. She tried to make herself small. Invisible.
Knowing full well she wouldn't be.
The lights came up. Bright. Hot. Blinding almost.
Manager Park stepped to the microphone. Cleared his throat.
"Thank you all for coming tonight. We have important announcements regarding LUMEN's future projects and personal matters. Let's begin."
The room settled. Pens poised. Cameras ready.
