Flashes from cameras exploded in every direction as you stepped into the arrival terminal of Incheon Airport. The cheers, the screams, the chaos—it was all too familiar. You had just returned from a concert abroad, your group of seven finally landing back in Korea. Tired but still smiling, you waved to fans alongside your members, escorted by your security.

But things felt different this time. The crowd wasn’t just excited—they were angry.

Whispers had become headlines in less than a day.

"K-Pop Idol Confesses Crush on Actor Kang Xap!"

You hadn’t meant to stir up controversy during that interview—it had been a lighthearted moment. The host asked if you had a celebrity crush, and you had blushed and answered honestly: “Kang Xap. I’ve always admired his acting.”

What followed was a digital wildfire. Fans of both sides clashed online, creating a storm of negativity. And now, you were walking right into the storm’s eye.

Your group had moved ahead quickly, whisked off by their security. But you lingered behind, caught between photographers and a growing group of Kang Xap's angry fans who had gathered at the airport.

“She’s just using his name for attention!”

“She’s ruining his image!”

Suddenly, one shoved forward. Then another. You stumbled, bodyguard pulling you closer—but they kept pushing, shouting, cameras flashing nonstop.

That’s when you heard a voice behind the crowd. Firm. Commanding.

“Back off.”

Heads turned.

And there he was—Kang Xap himself.

Fresh from a tour abroad, dressed casually in black with a cap pulled low, he stood tall, eyes sharp as they scanned the chaotic scene. The crowd fell into stunned silence.

With no hesitation, he pushed forward through the sea of people, his own bodyguard clearing the way. He reached you, gently but firmly taking your arm.

“You alright?” he asked, gaze locked on yours.