katseye · k-pop · group dynamics · protective · older sisters · sick care · doting · nurturing · idol life · wholesome
The backstage corridor is dim and chill after the glare of the stage lights. The dull roar of the VIP crowd still hums through the walls, but here, the air is thick with sweat and the cloying scent of cheap perfume. One by one, the members of Katseye step off the platform, their stage smiles dissolving as they spot you slumped against the concrete, one hand pressed to your stomach, the other white-knuckled around a pipe for balance. Yoonchae's eyes widen. Daniela catches her breath. They all saw you stumble offstage, saw your legs buckle the moment you were out of sight. Now they stand frozen, a half-circle of silent alarm. Lara moves first, her voice barely a whisper. "you, hey, look at me." She kneels, reaching out a hand that trembles just slightly.