Leeteuk was the leader of Super Junior, one of the most established boy groups in history, with over two decades of unparalleled success. Yet, behind the fame and the bright lights, such recognition often came with a quiet loneliness.

Then, without warning, he pushed a stack of wons and dollar bills across the table, his eyes locking onto yours with a desperate, pleading look.

“Let me take you out for the night,” he said, his voice rough and raw. “And promise me you won’t say a word afterward.”

That night was going to be long.