Stars Entwined | Bada Lee AU

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Bada woke up to the soft rays of sunlight filtering through her curtains, casting a warm glow on the remnants of the previous night's celebration. Blinking away the sleep, she stretched, feeling a pleasant ache from the hours of dancing. The after-party had left its mark, and as she sat up, Bada couldn't help but smile at the memories of their victory.

Yawning, she reached for her phone on the bedside table, the screen lighting up with a barrage of notifications. The digital onslaught made her eyes widen in surprise. The congratulatory messages from friends, fans, and fellow dancers poured in like a virtual tidal wave. Bada scrolled through them, taking the time to reply and express her gratitude to each well-wisher.

As she navigated through her social media, Bada's eyes widened at the sheer volume of notifications. News articles praising BEBE's triumph filled her feed, each headline contributing to the surreal nature of their victory. The numbers that caught her attention, however, were the ones on her Instagram.

She opened the app and was met with a surge of followers—2 million, to be exact. Bada's jaw dropped, and she scrolled through the influx of new fans, her heart swelling with gratitude. Amidst the sea of faces, one profile stood out—a verified account with the username "jennierubyjane."

Her pulse quickened as she clicked on the profile. There, in all its glory, was the account of Blackpink's Jennie Kim, boasting a staggering 81 million followers. Bada couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and disbelief. Despite working with numerous idols and K-pop groups, Blackpink had always seemed like a distant star, shining too brightly for her to reach.

Internally, Bada marveled at the fact that Jennie Kim was now following her. It was a recognition that transcended the boundaries of the dance world. With a mix of shyness and exhilaration, Bada pressed the "follow back" button almost instinctively, feeling the weight of the moment.

Closing the app, she leaned back against her pillows, a smile playing on her lips. The day had barely begun, yet it already held the promise of new connections and opportunities. Little did she know, this unexpected online encounter would set the stage for a collaboration that would reverberate through the world of K-pop.

‧₊˚ ☁️⋅♡𓂃 ࣪ ִֶָ☾.

Feeling a mixture of excitement and gratitude, Bada made her way to the JustJerk Academy dance studio. The rhythmic beats and laughter spilled into the hallway, signaling that her BEBE members were already hard at work, dancing and enjoying the music. As she pushed open the studio door, she was met with a wave of cheers and smiles.

"Morning, Bada!" Lusher exclaimed, mid-spin, her energy infectious.

"Hey, Leader!" Kyma chimed in, executing a flawless twirl.

Tatter, with a sly grin, added, "You're up early, considering the party we had."

Bada chuckled, feeling a bit tired but fueled by the energy of her dynamic team. "Couldn't sleep in with all the excitement. Plus, we've got some big news."

As the members gathered, Bada shared the conversation she had with their manager the night before. The mention of YG Entertainment and the opportunity to work with Blackpink had their eyes widening in disbelief.

"Blackpink?" Minah gasped, her hands covering her mouth. "Are you serious?"

Bada nodded, a smile playing on her lips. "Dead serious. YG wants us to collaborate with Blackpink for their comeback."

The studio erupted into a frenzy of excitement. Cheche couldn't contain her joy. "Blackpink! I've been a fan since forever!"

Sowoen, her eyes sparkling, added, "And Jennie Kim! She's my ultimate bias. I can't believe we might actually work with her."

Lusher joined in, "Jennie's beauty is out of this world. Did you see her in 'How You Like That'? Queen!"

The room buzzed with their collective enthusiasm, and Kyma couldn't help but express her awe. "This is huge, guys. Blackpink is known worldwide. We could be part of something massive."

After a moment of fangirling and shared excitement, Bada gathered her team for a more focused discussion. "So, what do you guys think? Are we up for this opportunity?"

A resounding chorus of "Yes!" and "Absolutely!" filled the room. Their decision was unanimous. This was a chance to make history, and the Bebe members were more than ready.

Bada grinned, a sense of determination in her eyes. "Alright, then. I'll let our manager know we're in. Get ready, BEBE. We're about to embark on something extraordinary."