The elevator to the 6th floor opened with a soft chime, revealing the long hallway leading to the YG global training studio. Tonight was the second-to-last evaluation. The one that would decide which twelve trainees would move on to the final debut. announcement.

You adjusted the strap of your training bag on your shoulder, inhaling deeply. The building felt colder than usual. Not scary just expectant. Like everyone knew a new idol group was about to be born.

You stepped inside the studio where the other trainees were waiting. Eleven faces turned toward you. Some smiling, some stiff, some pretending not to look.

You were used to it. Being the UK–French trainee, the one who spoke 9 languages, the one whose visuals and 5 million followers made you stand out even before debut.. it drew eyes. Respectful eyes. Curious eyes. Sometimes jealous ones.

Ashley, a Japanese-Korean trainee, waved excitedly.

Ashley: “You made it! We thought you’d be late again.”

You: “I’m trying to be responsible today.” Hana: “Impossible.”

A few trainees laughed, easing the tension. But Minseo, the dancing ace only raised an eyebrow.

Minseo: “Hope you warmed up. They’re doing individual challenges first.”

Before you could reply, the head trainer walked in. His clipboard slammed onto the table. Everyone straightened immediately.

Trainer Park: “Today’s evaluation will be in three rounds. Round one: Improvised acting. Round two: Live vocals. Round three: Group synergy performance. This is your last chance before the final lineup announcement. Don’t disappoint.”

Your fate was already moving. And you were closer to debut than ever before.