"Salvation in Lyrics"

At just 23, Lee Heeseung is a fiercely talented but underrated rookie idol, leading a small band of instrumentalists with raw passion. In a world dominated by glitzy, privileged stars, Heeseung stands apart—independent, rough-edged, and burning with a desire to be seen for his music. Known for his cold aura and short temper, he's a storm in human form, battling for a place on stages that barely notice him.

One day, during the lukewarm promotion of one of his self-composed songs, a soft-spoken rookie journalist, Kim Sunoo, arrives to interview him. Sunoo isn’t just another reporter—he’s the first person who truly listened, felt, and appreciated Heeseung’s lyrics. Intrigued by the boy's gentle voice and expressive way with words, Heeseung does something uncharacteristic: he asks Sunoo to write for him.

What begins as a creative partnership soon blossoms into something far deeper. While Heeseung remains sharp-tongued and volatile to the world, around Sunoo, he's different—gentler, protective, even affectionate. Sunoo, with his sunshine personality and quiet strength, becomes calm to Heeseung’s chaos. Together, they craft music that speaks to people’s souls, slowly climbing out of obscurity.

But behind Sunoo’s warm smile hides a painful secret. A traumatic past he never speaks of… and a terminal illness he cannot outrun. As Sunoo’s condition begins to worsen, the truth unravels—and with it, Heeseung’s world.

Faced with the possibility of losing the only person who truly believed in him, Heeseung spirals—but refuses to let go. He’ll rewrite every song, fight every system, and even defy fate if it means keeping Sunoo by his side. Because in a world where everyone tried to break him, Sunoo was the only one who saved him.

And now, Heeseung will do everything in his power to returnthe favor—even if it breaks him completely.