"Min Jun... Min Jun!" A voice, soft yet imbued with a sense of urgency, called out to him. The sound gently penetrated the fog of sleep, and with a groggy blink, he opened his eyes to be met by the dazzling rays of the sun streaming through the curtains of his room. His dark brown eyes squinted against the brightness as he took in the sight of a woman standing beside his bed. She had her blonde hair tied back neatly in a ponytail, and today she was dressed in a sharp blue suit that contrasted with her sleek black heels, projecting both professionalism and authority.
"I'm so glad to see you're finally awake! But you're running late for your talk show appearance with Mrs. Clinton," she informed him, her tone a mix of exasperation and concern. Min Jun glanced over at the old alarm clock that sat stubbornly on his bedside table, rubbing at his face in a futile attempt to wipe away the lingering exhaustion that clung to him like a heavy blanket.
"Right... okay, just give me a minute to collect myself," he mumbled, half-asleep, as he instinctively closed his eyes again, but the urge to sink back into slumber was quickly quashed.
"Come on now, get up and get ready!" she exclaimed, her voice playful yet commanding as she snatched the blanket off him, pulling it away with a dramatic flair that left him shivering from the sudden chill of exposed skin. Before he knew it, she had grabbed his arm, giving him a gentle but determined tug, coaxing him to rise.
"Okay, okay! I'm up," he yawned, stretching his limbs as he reluctantly swung his legs over the side of the bed. The jolt of wakefulness was a struggle, but the realization of the day ahead began to settle in.
He shuffled into the bathroom, where he confronted his reflection in the mirror. As he brushed his teeth, he caught sight of his own eyes, still heavy with sleep. He couldn't help but frown at the small yet unpleasant expression that occupied his face, a mix of fatigue and the weight of the day's obligations. Today wasn't just any day; it was significant, and he needed to pull himself together.
After splashing cool water on his face and throwing on some clothes, he stole another glance at the mirror, trying to muster a sense of confidence that was escaping him at the moment.
Following the woman—Ms. Walcan—he stepped outside, where a sleek all-black Ford car awaited them. As they approached, the driver, a tall man with an attentive demeanor, opened the door for them, revealing the plush interior of the vehicle inside.
"Mark, we're going to need you to step on it today; we're running a little behind schedule," Ms. Walcan instructed, casting a quick glance at Min Jun with a knowing smirk that hinted at her amusement at his disheveled state.
"Yes, Ms. Walcan," the driver acknowledged, nodding with a professional air as he climbed into the driver's seat. Min Jun settled into the back seat, bracing himself for the whirlwind of events that lay ahead. Today was an opportunity, and he was determined not to let it slip away. Arriving in the city, a big building board read. "Welcome to Cath City Home Of Super Stars."
Ms.Walcan looked out the window seeing crowds of people and fans near the entrance building. "Man it's so many people here today." Ms.Walcan said excitedly. Min Jun smiled seeing his fans with posters and screaming his name. "Ahh we love you Min Jun!!" A group of girls yelled out. Feeling the car stop, Min Jun got out waving to his fans. Ms.Walcan and bodyguards guided Min Jun down the walk way as he entered a beautiful marble building. Waiting to be called on stage Ms.Walcan paced nervously. "Makeup please!" Ms.Walcan shouted out. As a makeup artist began doing Min Jun makeup Ms.Walcan checked her watch."Mr.Jun we are ready for you!" A worker shouted. Ms.Walcan rubbed Min Jun shoulders. "You got this Min Jun remember to talk about your album."
Min Jun took a deep breath as he heard the count down. A woman in a white dress walked on stage waving to the crowd as she sat down in a chair staring into the cameras. "And we are back, hello everyone welcome back to realist TV where we talk and discuss all about celebrities, I am your host Anjelica Clinton and today we have a very special guest who will be joining us today he is a popular pop singer who we all love and adore please welcome Min Jun!" She clapped. Min Jun went on stage with a big smile waving and blowing kisses to his fans. Sitting down in a chair he rubbed his fingers through his soft bright red hair. "I'm happy that you could join us today Min Jun." Mrs.Clinton said shaking Min Jun hand with a smile. "I'm happy to be here." He chuckled. "Haha I bet you are." Mrs.Clinton giggled.
Mrs.Clinton crossed her legs staring at Min Jun. "So now tell us, what got you into music?" She asked. Min Jun looked at the audience then at Mrs.Clinton. "Well...My love for music started when I was 12 years old and I always loved watching street performers." Min Jun smiled. Mrs.Clinton looked amazed. "Wow that is great. So you just turned 20 right?" She questioned. "Yes a couple of days ago." Min Jun said. With a big smile Mrs.Clinton told Min Jun happy late birthday. She stared at the audience. "Soo tell us Min Jun is there anything new you have been working on lately?" She asked. Min Jun nodded his head as he told her he was working on a new album cover...
[30 minutes later]
"Alright, well before we get things wrapped up here I wanted to invite our next special guest Byung Jung!" She shouted standing up clapping with the audience. Min Jun looked over at Ms.Walcan with a confused expression. Ms.Walcan shrugged her shoulders not knowing what was going on. Min Jun then turned around to see a man who was a few inches taller then him, with black hair that passed his ears, dark brown eyes, tattoos, and pale skin. Mrs.Clinton gave Byung a hug. "Oh it's such a pleasure to have you here Mr.Jung" She smiled. Min Jun stared at Byung with a curious look.
After the interview Min Jun went over to Ms.Walcan. "Who was he I didn't know they was going to have another person on stage". He said. Ms.Walcan looked at Min Jun."I didn't know either...but lets just say he is just as popular." She said. Min Jun held his head down. Ms.Walcan smiled. "Don't worry he won't take your spot of being noticed by the big time producers." She rubbed his arms. "Yeah we will see about that." A deep voice interrupted. Ms.Walcan turned around looking at Byung. "Excuse me." Ms.Walcan said staring at Byung face to face. Byung scoffed. "I said we will see if he will ever get noticed by big time producers because remember you need to have REAL talent." Byung laughed. Min Jun squinted his eyes walking up to Byung. "I don't know who you are and I don't care too, but know I am the real star here." Min Jun pointed at himself. Byung smirked at Min Jun. "Oh yeah let's see about that..." Byung walked up towrds Min Jun. Ms.Walcan stepped in between Min Jun and Byung. "Okay guys that is enough." Ms.Walcan said trying to hold Min Jun back. "Byung come on let it go." A guy said grabbing Byung by his arm. "I will catch you later." Byung said winking at Min Jun. Ms.Walcan looked at Min Jun and told him to ignore Byung ignorance.
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During the night of Min Jun concert Min Jun went outside to take a break, he took a deep breath enjoying the fresh breeze of the night. Hearing the trees crackle and blow he felt as if someone was watching him. Feeling a sudden presence come across him he turned around but saw no one . Min Jun walk towards the back door, he turned the knob but noticed that it was lock. "Hey I'm out here! Ms.Walcan!" He shouted. "Hey!" He shouted again as he banged on the door. He picked through his pockets for his phone but he couldn't find it. "Shit I forgot I left it inside..." He muttered. Min Jun then heard footsteps, gazing his eyes around at the dark parking he felt the same presence come across him again. He heard a big growl, he got scared and ran back to the door. "Somebody open the door!" He yelled.
Having a eerie feeling come upon him he did not hesitate to run. Min Jun ran as fast as he could but the footsteps he heard behind him were getting closer, he got the courage to stop and look behind him but nothing was there. Min Jun sighed deeply, he then turned around as his body trembled in fear staring at a creature with glowing green eyes, messy hair, and cuts at the end of it's mouth. Min Jun wanted to run but his body felt paralyzed. The creature opened its mouth as it growled at Min Jun with sharp fangs coming out of it's gums. Min Jun began to run but the creature appeared before him quickly grabbing him by his neck and forcefully biting into his skin. "Ahhh!" Min Jun screamed feeling the sharp fangs sink into his flesh. Min Jun felt blood drain from his neck as everything around him began to fade Min Jun body became limb...
Ms.Walcan walked outside looking for Min Jun."Min Jun where are you!" She shouted. Ms.Walcan turned her head as she heard soft groans, she followed the noise going behind a car that was in the parking lot. Her eyes widened as she saw Min Jun laying on the ground choking on his own blood. "Oh my gosh! Min Jun!" She yelled rushing to him and laying him across her lap. "You're going to be okay." She said grabbing her phone from her pocket quickly dialing 911. "Hello please help! My friend he's dying!