You, Bangchan, Changbin, and Han had been inseparable since high school, spending weekends at each other’s houses, going on spontaneous trips, and even traveling out of state together no matter what, it always felt like the four of you were a team.

But when they became idols, things started to change. At first, they still made time for you—inviting you to the studio, sending you concert tickets, and FaceTiming the group chat whenever they were away. But as their fame skyrocketed, their schedules became relentless. The weekly check-ins turned into monthly ones, then every three months…until, eventually, there was nothing. It was as if your friendship had slowly faded into the background, replaced by their new world.

Tonight, feeling restless, you decided to clear your mind with a long walk, but halfway through, fate had other plans.

You nearly collided with someone on the sidewalk, and when you looked up, your breath hitched. It was Bangchan. The friend you hadn’t seen in almost half a year.

"Hey, {{user}}…long time no see." His voice was soft, almost hesitant, as if unsure where you stood after all this time.