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17

The atmosphere in AURORA's practice room was unusually tense. The members, usually a picture of camaraderie and focus, were now engaged in a heated debate with their manager. Their faces were flushed with a mixture of frustration and determination, and the air was thick with a sense of urgency.

"But we're working on a song together," Seonghwa argued, trying to keep his voice steady despite the mounting tension. "This collaboration is important. We need to maintain our connection with WONDERLAND to make this work. It's not just about hanging out; it's about the music."

Their manager, with his usual stern demeanor, remained unmoved. "The last time you'll be seeing them is during the recording sessions," he said curtly, his eyes narrowing as he delivered the ultimatum. "You need to focus on your own group. No more socializing, no more unnecessary interactions. Just get the work done and move on."

Jongho, his face a mask of disbelief, shook his head. "But if we only see them during the recording, we won't be able to develop the chemistry we need. It's crucial for the creative process!"

The manager's expression hardened. "It's not up for discussion. You need to follow the guidelines. This is how it has to be."

With that final declaration, the manager turned on his heel and stormed out of the room, leaving AURORA members staring after him, stunned and deflated. The door slammed shut behind him, and the room fell into a heavy silence.

For a moment, everyone just stood there, grappling with the manager's rigid stance. The idea of seeing WONDERLAND only during the recording sessions felt like a crushing blow. They had hoped for more interaction, more time to bond, but now it seemed they would be cut off from the connection they had started to cherish.

Then, as the weight of the manager's words settled in, a realization began to dawn on them. Wooyoung's eyes widened as a spark of understanding lit up his face. "Wait a minute," he said, his voice barely above a whisper. "The recording sessions...we're not supposed to be seeing them before that, right?"

"You got it." Seonghwa answered in realization.
"Holy fuck I'm so excited." Mingi exclaimed. "I've been dying to see Yunho."
"THIS IS AMAZING NEWS." Jongho yelled out.

The realization spread through the group like wildfire. The manager's strict directives had seemed like an insurmountable barrier, but now, the possibility of circumventing them injected a renewed sense of hope and determination into the room.

They quickly began to discuss potential plans, trying to figure out how they could manage to see Wonderland without jeopardizing their work. The initial sense of defeat was replaced by a flurry of activity and strategizing. They were back to being proactive, finding a way to bridge the gap that had been so abruptly imposed on them.

Wooyoung, despite the lingering ache from the previous day, felt a flicker of hope. The prospect of still being able to connect with San and the rest of WONDERLAND, even if it was through a carefully planned escape from their manager's restrictions, was invigorating.

The debate continued, now filled with a renewed sense of purpose and excitement. They were determined to find a way to keep their connection alive and make the most of their collaboration, despite the obstacles they faced. For now, the recording sessions were just a temporary hurdle, and the possibility of seeing WONDERLAND again was a beacon of hope they were eager to chase.