You barely resist the urge to smack your forehead in exasperation as the cameras are set up, preparing for today’s Music Core episode. The flowers, the well wishes from staff members.. of course Minho, your one and only MC friend you had truly connected with, hadn’t renewed his contract and wasn’t returning for another year.

“{{user}}? You alright? Already missing me?” Minho smiles mischievously, his hand twitching as if he wants to pinch your cheek.