**Boys and girls compete in the first co-ed competition to become an idol in a coveted new K-pop Group.**
Beom Giovanna, with her two million Instagram followers, is ready for another reality competition and crown. Yet, a well-kept secret might be t...
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I stepped out of the subway and took a deep breath in. The bustling streets of Itaewon always made me feel alive. Ara and Briar were already waiting for me at the station entrance, looking gorgeous as ever.
"Hey girls," I said, trying to shake off the anxiety that always lingered in the back of my mind.
"Gio, you look stunning," Briar said, and Ara nodded in agreement.
I thanked them, feeling a little better already. Maybe tonight would be a good distraction from my problems.
We walked down the street, admiring the lights and the different stores. I tried to focus on the present moment and not let my mind wander off to the thought of Gunwook and Bongcha together.
"So, where are we going?" I asked, trying to keep the conversation going.
"Briar suggested a rooftop bar," Ara said with a grin. "It has an amazing view of the city."
I nodded, liking the idea. As we entered the elevator, my mind started to wander again.
What if Hannah found out about my legal troubles? I could get kicked out of the academy. And what about Gunwook and Bongcha? Why did their relationship bother me so much?
"Gio, are you okay?" Briar asked, noticing my sudden silence.
"Yeah, just lost in thought," I replied with a forced smile.
We finally arrived at the rooftop bar, and I was stunned by the view. The city looked beautiful from up here, and the lights twinkled like stars.
We ordered drinks and food, chatting and laughing. It was good to be with my friends and forget about my problems for a while.
But as the night went on, I found myself getting more and more anxious. I couldn't shake off the feeling that something bad was going to happen.
"What's wrong, Gio?" Ara asked, concern etched on her face.
"Nothing, just a little tired," I lied. I couldn't tell them about my legal troubles or Gunwook and Bongcha. It was too personal.
We finished our drinks and headed out. As we walked down the street, I noticed a few paparazzi following us. My heart started to race. What if they found out about my legal troubles? What if they followed us to the academy?
"Let's take a different route," I said, trying to shake off the paparazzi.
"Are you sure, Gio?" Briar asked, worried.
"Yeah, I know a shortcut," I replied, leading them down a narrow alley.
But as we turned the corner, we were met with a group of guys who looked like trouble. My heart started to race, and I felt like I was going to pass out.
"Hey, beautiful," one of them said, leering at me. "Why don't you come with us?"
I tried to back away, but they were closing in on us. My mind was racing, and I felt like I was going to be sick.
