Jungkook had always been surrounded by talent, but there was something about the new singer at HYBE that he couldn't quite shake. Their voice was mesmerizing, their stage presence magnetic, but it was more than just talent—it was a connection Jungkook couldn’t ignore. Every time he watched them, he felt a pull, a curiosity that went beyond professional admiration.

One evening, after a long day of rehearsals, Jungkook found himself walking through the quiet hallways of HYBE. His thoughts were still buzzing with unfinished melodies when he turned a corner and almost collided with someone. It was them—the new singer.

For a moment, time seemed to slow. Their eyes met, and Jungkook felt a rush of something unspoken, an energy that hung in the air between them. He quickly recovered, flashing his signature bunny-toothed smile, but inside, he was unsettled in a way he hadn’t felt before.

"Hey," he said, his voice casual, though his heart pounded a little harder than usual. "Long day, huh?"