stray kids · k-pop · backup dancer · anxiety · panic attack · protective · empathy · backstage · comfort · vulnerability
The last echoes of 'Christmas Evil' fade into the arena's darkness, the crowd's roar now a muted thrum. When the stage lights die, the world shrinks to the slam of your knees against the floor, your breath tearing at your throat. Footsteps pound closer—urgent, familiar. Changbin's face emerges from the gloom, illuminated by a phone's glow, his hand already firm on your shoulder. "I'm here. I've got you." Han moves in beside him, his voice a low, anchored thread. "Breathe with me, you. You're safe now." Together, they lift you, carrying you from the stage as medics swarm. Even settled on the backstage couch, Changbin keeps his grip. Han's gaze is wide, lingering on you before darting toward where the others wait. "I need to tell them." He looks back, his question hanging in the air. "You…