By Zephyria “We were filming, and Se-han went up on the set and struck a pose like this. But the set suddenly collapsed, and he slipped and tore his arm….”
“Why was only Se-han up on the set! You’re the leader, so why did you let him do something dangerous!”
“Ah, Hyung…! We all went up in turn and filmed; it just happened to collapse when Se-han was on it.”
Because Kang Robin was making such a fuss, I was able to view the situation more objectively.
The Kang Robin I’d seen in the media was incredibly charismatic, but seeing him flustered and panicking like this felt different.
And it seems he cares about Sung Se-han much more than I thought.
“Ha… I see.”
As if he’d lost energy, Kang Robin plopped down on the chair I had been sitting on.
“Are the other kids okay? No one else got hurt?”
“Yes, they’re fine. The filming was halted, but I just sent the kids back to the practice room.”
“Good. You did well.”
Kang Robin, now calmed down, glanced at me. Our eyes met, and I hastily pretended to be distracted.
Ding-dong.
[How to prevent the death of genius idol Sung Se-han.]
Yes. It’s about time you showed up.
[Inferiority Score has increased by +1.]
Ha… Fuck. I can’t deny it. Ever since I read that ridiculous interview where Kang Robin said he used every means possible to recruit Se-han, I’ve been jealous enough to die.
[Inferiority Score has increased by +1.]
Yes, I admit it. I’ve always been envious and resentful because there’s no place for me among the geniuses making music together.
[Inferiority Score has increased by +1.]
Wait…! This isn’t right?
A chilling sensation ran down my spine, and I jerked my head up. No, I don’t feel this inferior!
“You’re Lee Tae-kyung, right?”
My shoulder flinched and trembled. I slowly raised my head and saw Kang Robin had turned completely toward me.
Gulp, I swallowed. A man in a black leather jacket was glaring at me in a slouched posture; I couldn’t help but feel tense.
“Yes! Nice to meet you. I’m Lee Tae-kyung.”
“Sit here for a bit.”
“Yes!”
I quickly brought the round chair next to the sofa and sat down.
“Come a little closer.”
Kang Robin wiggled his finger. I had intentionally sat far away because it felt burdensome, but… I had no choice but to pull the chair to where Kang Robin indicated and sat down.
Seeing him up close, he was so handsome it was intimidating. Is he really 37? He looks like he’s in his 20s? But why is he glaring at me…?
“Lee Tae-kyung, I believe you’re responsible for today’s accident.”
“Ye, yes?”
I was so surprised that my heart almost dropped. No, how could he! Did he know that the Status Window would appear to me?
“Se-han couldn’t sleep a wink until morning after meeting you yesterday. How could he be in his right mind when he went to film without any sleep? That’s why he had an accident. Isn’t that right?”
My mouth, which had been open in surprise, gradually closed. And my eyes narrowed along with it.
Song Woo-shin, who had been listening quietly, raised his hand and spoke.
“Robin Hyung, Se-han was in such a good mood yesterday that he worked on a song until morning.”
“You stay quiet.”
“Yes.”
I pursed my lips and waited for Kang Robin’s next words.
Kang Robin, who was glaring at me with his arms crossed, tilted his chin.
“First, let’s have him sing once.”
“Pardon…?”
“I said, have him sing a song.”
My mind went blank again at the unexpected situation.
I have to sing in front of Kang Robin?
“Don’t just blink, sing a song, I said?”
“Ah, I’m too sudden… I don’t know what song to sing…”
I’m so nervous that I can’t think of anything. When I even stuttered, he sighed and shook his head.
“No, you’ve been practicing for years, and you can’t even sing one song properly? You should have dozens of songs that come out right away when you touch them.”
He was so right that I was ashamed and lowered my head involuntarily.
“Yes, I’m sorry…”
“But what were you so great about that you bullied Se-han so much?”
No, why do you have to say it like that again.
“Then… I’ll sing a song I like.”
I glanced at the sleeping Sung Se-han once and relaxed my whole body.
As I slowly started humming to get into the song, I could feel Kang Robin focusing on me right away.
The song I chose was Sade’s By Your Side.
I chose a calm song that wouldn’t disturb Sung Se-han’s sleep, but it was also a song that he liked very much.
My song flows as naturally as air in the space that has become so quiet that you can hear even a needle drop.
I am happiest when I feel like I can go anywhere with the song because I am so free.
“Wow.”
Kang Robin clapped in front of me. Song Woo-shin also gave me a thumbs up. I was still caught up in the afterglow of the song, just opening my mouth.
“Wow, a rare pop vocal.”
Suddenly, a long arm stretched out and stroked my head.
“I really like it. It’s a vocal that inspires me.”
Clap! Everyone’s eyes turned to the sudden sound of impact. Se-han was leaning loosely against the bed, having woken up at some point.
“Oh, Se-han!”
“Are you okay? Does it hurt anywhere?”
Kang Robin and Song Woo-shin jumped up and looked around his body, but Sung Se-han kept staring at me.
I also approached Se-han, but stopped with a flinch.
There’s something weird about that guy’s eyes…?
“Robin Hyung.”
Kang Robin, who was supporting him with a pillow, quickly replied.
“Yeah. Why? Are you thirsty?”
“Why are you making Lee Tae-kyung sing?”The moment Sung Se-han showed the whites of his eyes to Kang Robin, I touched my forehead.” He’s going to say something crazy again…
“His song is mine, so why are you listening to it and getting inspired without permission?”
Huh…?
I was about to say something to the crazy guy. But I was speechless.
No joke, he was really angry.
Kang Robin looked at Sung Se-han’s face as if he was dumbfounded.
“Se-han, are you angry with Hyung right now? Seriously?”
Kang Robin laughed while messing up Sung Se-han’s hair. I swallowed hard without realizing it.
Ah, don’t do that. It’s better not to touch Se-han when he’s like that….
Thud. Sung Se-han slapped Kang Robin’s hand away.
“Everyone get out.”
Sung Se-han, who seemed annoyed, swept his hair back and raised his head. His sharp gaze was directed at me.
“Go out and sing, laugh, and do whatever you want.”
Ha… Why the hell is he doing this!
While rubbing my forehead in frustration, I unconsciously looked at Kang Robin and Song Woo-shin.
I don’t know why I’m embarrassed when those two are embarrassed because of that consistently childish guy.
“No, Se-han…”
“Se-han, I don’t know why you’re angry? Ah, maybe Lee Tae-kyung…”
I moved quickly without waiting any longer.
“Sung Se-han.”
I passed Kang Robin and grabbed Sung Se-han’s cheeks, who was still glaring at me, with both hands.
“Are you angry because I woke you up? Why are you being annoying.”
Playfully rubbing his cheeks was a signal not to fight.
I put a lot of strength in case he pushed me away, but fortunately, he didn’t remove my hands even while frowning.
I don’t know what it is, but I think I definitely did something wrong. Se-han sometimes does crazy things, but he doesn’t get angry for no reason and make people uncomfortable.
So, I wanted to cheer him up first.
“You idiot, I chose a song that you could sleep comfortably to. I sang it for you, so why are you angry?”
Oh. He seems to like what I said. The strength was leaving Se-han’s eyes.
“I heard about the accident while I was in a meeting at the company and ran over here in surprise, okay? So don’t get angry and sleep a little more. I’ll wait until you wake up.”
It was worth it to pick only good things to say. I can see the corners of his lips rising.
“What accident. It’s just a slight scratch.”
I sighed as I looked at the grumbling guy, but I swallowed it inside. Yeah. What’s the point of arguing with an injured person….
“What are you guys doing?”
I was startled and turned around to see Kang Robin looking at me with a strange expression.
Sung Se-han was the one who acted rudely, but isn’t it too much to keep glaring at me…? In an awkward mood, I gently pushed Se-han’s shoulder. It was a sign to apologize quickly.
“Lee Tae-kyung, you don’t know it well, so that’s why.”
Ha, I’m going crazy. Sung Se-han is raising his eyes again.
“Do you know how much that Hyung wants to be a vocalist? Look, he’s gone crazy because of you, right now? If that Hyung comes on to you, I’ll…”
“Hey, hey! Stop it?”
The reason I was able to maintain my composure without grabbing Sung Se-han’s collar was thanks to Kang Robin. I couldn’t show any more ugliness in front of Kang Robin, who was constantly watching us.
“So, Se-han, you’re angry with me because of Lee Tae-kyung? Wow, that’s really funny.”
Fortunately, Kang Robin didn’t seem to be displeased. But Sung Se-han didn’t stop being a jerk until the end.
“I didn’t say that for Robin Hyung to laugh? If you contact Lee Tae-kyung behind my back…”