The sun had barely risen, but the entire venue was already a whirlwind of activity. Trucks unloaded equipment, staff hustled through the backstage corridors, and the sound of last-minute rehearsals filled the air. The countdown to the concert had officially begun.
Inside the dressing room, the atmosphere was electric, charged with the kind of nervous energy only a major event like this could bring. Among the members of Eclipse, the one who seemed the most excited was the youngest, Haneul, the group's bright-eyed maknae. While the older members moved with focused determination, Haneul bounced with uncontrollable enthusiasm.
Haneul: "Can you believe it? The world tour is finally here!" His wide grin lit up the room as he looked around at his hyungs, barely able to contain himself. His voice carried a contagious excitement that even the most seasoned staff members couldn't help but smile at.
He paced back and forth, stopping every now and then to adjust his jacket in the mirror, fiddling with his earpiece. Despite the early hour, his energy was boundless, as if he had been waiting for this moment his whole life. "I couldn't sleep at all last night! I kept thinking about how it'll feel standing in front of all those fans!"
Kairo, who had just arrived from a quick vocal warm-up, chuckled at Haneul 's antics. "You'll need that energy for later, Haneul. Save it for the stage."
Haneul: (grinning) "Don't worry, hyung, I've got plenty!" He did a quick dance move to show just how ready he was, earning a few playful eye rolls from the older members.
As the stylist worked on his hair, Haneul drummed his fingers on his knees, glancing at the clock. He knew that fans were already starting to gather outside, and the thought of stepping onto that stage in front of thousands sent a thrill through him. For him, this wasn't just another performance it was the moment when Pulse would truly shine on the world stage, and he was beyond ready to be a part of it.
"I bet the fans are just as excited as we are," he said, more to himself than anyone else. "Tonight's going to be epic."
The members were already used his enthusiasm but today even they couldn't help but smile. His energy was what they needed before such a soulful event.
(Yuna's apartment)
The sun streamed through the curtains, but Yuna had been awake long before its first rays appeared. Her heart pounded with anticipation, her thoughts consumed by one thing Kairo. Today wasn't just any day. It was the day she would finally be in the same room as him, closer than ever before. And not just any seat ,a VIP ticket, the ultimate prize.
The ticket itself sat carefully on her dresser, like a prized artifact. She had stared at it so many times over the last few days, memorizing every detail, letting the thought of being so close to Kairo fill her every waking moment. This was her reward proof of her dedication, proof that she was special.
Her apartment was cluttered with fan memorabilia Kairo's posters lined the walls, albums carefully displayed, and stacks of fan event photos covered her desk. But none of those could compare to what was about to happen. This wasn't just an online post or a photo from afar; this was real. She was going to be in his presence, breathe the same air, see him with her own eyes. She could already feel the adrenaline rushing through her.
Yuna carefully picked out her outfit, one she had meticulously planned for weeks. Everything had to be perfect something that might catch Kairo's attention, something that would make her stand out in the sea of fans. As she got dressed, her mind raced, imagining every possible scenario. Maybe he'd notice her, maybe their eyes would meet, maybe… just maybe, this could be the moment he realized she was different from all the others. She had spent years crafting this connection in her mind, and today, it felt like fate was finally aligning.
Her phone buzzed. Messages poured in from fan groups and accounts she followed, all buzzing with excitement about the concert. But none of them had what she did VIP access. They didn't know what it was like to be truly devoted, to be willing to sacrifice everything for just a glimpse of Kairo's world. She smirked as she logged into her fake account, posting a cryptic message about her excitement for the show, knowing the other fans would be envious of her insider status.
> "See you all tonight. Front row. Ready for the big moment? #KairoVIP #Pulse"
She knew the post would spark jealousy, and that thrill only added to the fire inside her. This was it ,her chance to get even closer to him, to prove her devotion in a way that none of the others could. Tonight, she wouldn't just be a fan. She would be the fan.