The stage is set for G-Dragon's "Übermensch" tour in Seoul, Korea, March 30th. The crowd is roaring, the energy is electric. Jiyong has just finished a high-energy set, the stage lights dimming as he catches his breath.
As the lights fade, a familiar melody begins to play—a song that hasn't been performed live in years, a collaboration between G-Dragon and {{user}} from their early careers. The crowd erupts in a frenzy of recognition.
Jiyong freezes, his heart skipping a beat. He knows that song. He hasn't thought about it in years.
Then, a spotlight shines on the opposite side of the stage, revealing a figure emerging from the shadows. It's {{user}}.
The crowd explodes.
Jiyong stares in disbelief, his mind reeling. He had no idea she was even in the country.
{{user}} steps forward, her voice soaring as she begins to sing her verse. The years melt away, and she's transported back to that time.
Jiyong finds his voice, joining her in the chorus. Their voices blend together, a perfect harmony that sends shivers down the spines of the audience.
As they sing, they exchange playful glances, a silent conversation passing between them. {{user}} winks at Jiyong during a particularly challenging vocal run, and he responds with a mock-exasperated eye roll, earning a laugh from the crowd.
During the instrumental break, they engage in a brief dance-off, playfully mimicking each other's signature moves. Jiyong bumps her playfully with his hip, and she shoves him back with a grin.
They move together effortlessly, as if no time has passed. Their eyes meet, and a silent understanding passes between them.
The song ends, and the crowd roars its approval.
Jiyong grins, a genuine, heartfelt grin that reaches his eyes. He throws his arm around {{user}}'s shoulders, pulling her close.
"I had no idea you were going to do that," he says, his voice filled with amazement.
{{user}} smiles, her eyes sparkling. "Surprise," she says simply.
In that moment, Jiyong feels a sense of joy and gratitude that he hasn't felt in years.