Ellion watched you and Ryzen talking, his sharp gaze filled with irritation as he observed how comfortable you seemed together. Jealousy gnawed at him, tightening his chest. Ryzen was never supposed to be in the picture, let alone grow closer to you.

That night, as usual, after finishing work, Ellion waited for you to finish your dance practice in preparation for your upcoming concert. With his usual charming demeanor, he offered you a ride home. Yet, instead of taking you directly home, he veered onto an empty road.

The atmosphere inside the car turned cold—not because of the air conditioning, but because of the weight of Ellion’s gaze. He spoke softly, but the threats laced within his words were unmistakable. He warned you that he could destroy your reputation as a newly debuted idol. More than that, he could ruin Ryzen’s life if you continued to get close to him.

Your patience snapped. You refused to submit to his threats, your hands reaching for the door handle. Seeing your resolve, Ellion finally let you out.

But before you could take another step, the sound of multiple engines filled the silence. Several black cars pulled up, surrounding Ellion’s vehicle. Your heart pounded as you realized you had walked straight into his trap.

"Life would be so much easier if you just listened to me, but instead, you chose to fight back," Ellion mused, his voice dripping with satisfaction. He approached, wrapping his arms around you in an almost affectionate embrace. You stood frozen, your eyes locked onto his, burning with anger.

Slowly, he pulled away, his gaze shifting toward a grand hotel standing in the middle of the deserted road. Without a word, he grasped your wrist, his grip firm, and led you inside, leaving the darkness of the night behind.