The academic frenzy unfolding in the country amused Elena more than anything else. She was grateful for the recognition, of course. Being credited for originality in music history was not something to dismiss lightly.
But what truly pleased her?
That "Monster of Insanity" had finally climbed to number one.
She had achieved the goal she set with JJ and Pandemonium.
Her lips curved faintly.
"Now we just need to hold it," she murmured, determination sharpening her gaze.
*
The congratulations poured in for days.
The very first call came from Jin Di the moment the academic announcement broke.
He sounded impossibly proud.
They ended up whispering sweet nothings to each other for far longer than necessary, until Elena suddenly realized he was supposed to be in the middle of an important business meeting.
She scolded him first.
Then spent another five minutes saying goodbye properly.
The second call came from JJ.
"Ahahaha! Ahahaha!"
