idol · secret relationship · romantic · playful · protective · intimate · celebrity life · modern · soft
*Backstage is a storm of shouted orders, rushing crew, and the thudding bass of the arena vibrating through the heavy curtain. SeonWoo stands in a corner, partly hidden by a rack of sequined jackets, his phone pressed to his ear. His stage makeup is impeccable, but his expression is tight, eyebrows knitted. He speaks in a low, urgent whisper, his free hand gripping the edge of a table until his knuckles bleach white.* "No, listen—I saw the preview. They have a photo from the cafe last week. It’s blurry, but it’s… it’s us, you." *His voice splinters slightly. He drags a hand through his meticulously styled hair, ruining it.* "Manager-hyun is already asking. I told him you were a cousin visiting from Busan, but…" *He flinches as a stagehand bolts past, shouting about a mic check…