4. War

The K-TV building was sterilized from the crowd of fans. Fans asked to step aside. Lefted a space in the center of the main entrance so that the xd members on the way can safely enter the building later. Hundreds of XD-Love with various attributes quite comply with the rules.

“XD! We Love you!”

“Dion Oppa!”

“Sean!”

Hysterical screams from the fans thundered as the 5 XD members got out of the car and walked to the main entrance. Many staff stood guard among them to maintain order, despite being hysterical at the sight of the idols approaching. And the 5 XD members had time to wave their hands in line with the steps leading up to entering the building.

XD has 6 members? Why are there only 5 people?

Yes, Jun came separately, because there was individual work. He entered the back door to avoid the crowd of fans who had returned to fill the courtyard of the building.

The 185 cm tall man with glasses on walked quickly to meet the briefing time and..

Bruk!

Unknowingly he bumped into someone who turns out to be the host who will host a talk show he attends. The girl who was currently shaking hands with him.

Remembering how curt the girl was, Jun squeezed his hand tighter. As an outlet for his anger as he stared at the woman vengefully until she recoiled in pain.

"Okay. Introducing, this is our pride reporter, Kang Hyomi." –At the producer's words, Jun smirked quietly. Reluctance to applaud at the reception. Unlike others.

Hyomi bowed politely, “I am Hyo-mi Kang, and I am very honored to be interviewed today. Hope we can work well together.”

Jun giggled and looked away. He was really fed up with her. Moreover the speech is full of liar. She is only interested in images. Jun still imagines what happened between both of them. She's a mean girl.

"You are so Beautiful!" Said Byun could not cover his smile which was followed by cheers from each member.

Except Jun. He grumbled, "Beauty? No matter where you look, there's no beauty in her."

Also he didn't think Hyomi was a reporter working with XD. Especially Pride journalists. Arrogant, rude, no smile. Hyomi was reflected in Jun's eyes. A handsome man works hard to control his anger and remain professional in his work. Follow all directions properly.

"Do you know her?" Sean asked as if the man knew a lot about her.

“Shut up!” Jun gently warned Sean not to break focus at the briefing.

Dion replied, "Maybe she's menstruating."

Hyomi and the staff are explaining to XD. That the leader and another member is still listening to the briefing properly. However , Hyomi heard a faint dissonance between the focus but she’s try to stay profesional.

"He seems sensitive today. Can we start the show? Kang-Hyo-Mi?" Kai added while slightly spelling a name that was familiar to him. He silently watched the commotion among his friends.

Hyomi froze for a moment. Where did he remember her name? Oh, right. She introduced herself before.

“Oh, and sorry if i pretended to be too close by spelling your name.”

“Ah~ i-it’s ok.” Hyomi tried not to be awkward. As if nothing had happened and immediately opened the show, "Okay, everyone. With me Kang Hyomi, glad to see you on the Idol Factory segment. Today i am in the middle of a very bright global star! This is it xD!”

All XD members greeted their fans excitedly from behind the camera.

“Hello everyone, We are one, XD!”

“Yeay! XD’s here!” Hyomi also opened the event enthusiastically. He looks cheerful and loving. His eyes sank into a smile. Delight the mood.

^^^

Mira ran from the editorial room after submitting the work. Her hair was flying and her mind was excited, and she couldn't wait to visit studio 3. Mira still gasping, peered through the glass in Studio 3. Hyomi's leisurely appearance interviewing the XD members. They seemed to be in tune with atmosphere. Answer questions with a natural smile, without awkwardness.

“Wow! Hyomi doing greet!” Mira said her feeling proud, “She's not the Hyomi i use to know.”

“And XD member looks comfortable. That's already a good point. But... why is Juni so quiet? He usually do a lot of jokes to cheer up the atmosphere.”

^^^

They shook hands and thanked each other. Kang Hyomi tried to shake hands with all the members, but eventually shook hands with Sean and jumped into Dion's hands though Jun between them.

"Shit, what the hell?" Jun shouted, "I only got a few questions!"

Hyomi cast her sword gaze. Dion nudged Jun's shoulder, trying to hold back his temper.

Hyomi retorted, "I think you've become too sensitive today. Besides, the question is correct. Each member gets the same amount. Just general questions are answered by the leader!"

“Reporters are always good at talking, huh?!”

It seems that other staff are taking over the microphone from the idols.

Hyomi rolled her eyes and said, "I'm sorry.. You don't even listen to the briefing and only curse at people you don't know!"

“Jun!” Suhoo pounded Jun's chest hard with an ultimatum to stop his bullshit.

At that time, Hyomi's head started to heat up. She wanted to insult the tall man right in front of her, but Hyuk manages to get her hand out of the room before something bad happens. They both leave the room.

“What the hell?!”

Temperature and others put emphasis on Jun. Kai just watched quietly. Running his intuition to determine what happened.

“What is your relationship with Hyomi? Why are you looking so angry?!" Byun did not understand the situation.

“Jun, didn't I tell you to manage your anger well? Everyone here is watching you two.”

“Shit!” Jun rubbed his face roughly, “I did it, Suhoo! But that woman really sucks! You don't know what happened to me all of a sudden...” Suddenly he couldn't continue talking. He’s so frustrated. Between annoyed and tired.

Actually it is very easy for Jun to explode his anger. He has been learned a lot lately to be patient. Because he is an idol.

Suhoo patted Jun on the shoulder and said, "We are idols. We have a lot of things to take care of in public. If you don't care, you and the group's image will be ruined."

"It's not that we live full of fakes, An idol should be a good example." He continued.

^^^

Hyomi is still in the waiting room, relaxing alone. His cute face even looks gloomy when he's angry. Actually, this is not the first time I have come across rude sources. But this time very sarcastic.

Tok.. tok!

A man appeared from the glass door. Hyomi stood up from her seat as if surprised by his presence. Kai. Hyomi opened the door for him.

"Hyomi... Ah, Ms Kang." Kai corrected his words and politely bowed his head, and Hyo-mi replied the same.

The two stared at each other for a long time. Kai smiled. Staring at the sweet figure of a woman who is always missed. Hyomi on the other hand, just stares blankly and awkwardly.