MAZE : The key to love

~chapter 08~

“It was night, it was day, and I think about you every day,” said Jessica, setting the poetic tone. Jeon added, "It's the way that people say, but am I the only one to stay?" Jessica continued, “That's the nature I've seen, about a mile away I've been.” Expecting Jeon to continue, Jessica was met with a moment of forgetfulness as Jeon admitted he had forgotten the lines.

As they got ready in their practice clothing, they spent a pleasant morning singing and dancing. With Jessica fully recovered, her playful and lively spirit was back in full force. As Sunday arrived, they realized the next day was their selections. Jessica had applied and received an invitation for the selections as well.

Both of them spent the day singing and even screaming at times, imagining themselves among the great idols, basking in the cheers of their fans.

Monday's slipped in, “Ah! Why is the time so slow? I'm impatient!” exclaimed Jeon as they prepared to head to the hapgold company for their auditions. Jessica suggested walking to pass the time since they had 30 minutes left until the exact time.

As they strolled, they engaged in chit-chats, teasing each other, and occasionally playfully fighting. Finally, they arrived at the HYBE company, their dream destination. Jeon approached the receptionist and inquired, “Where can I find Mr. Kim?” The receptionist pointed to her left, leading them to a distinguished-looking man with a bald head, around 50 years old. He then guided them to a room filled with numerous children their age, all practicing and enthusiastically shouting for the auditions.

Despite their attempts to make friends, nobody seemed interested in them, leaving them feeling nervous in the midst of the bustling room.

It was a nerve-wracking experience, but Jeon and Jessica bravely faced the auditions at hapgold company. Jeon, with number 11, and Jessica, number 12, had their turn in the blink of an eye.

Jeon, though frightened, sang his best, while Jessica, feeling a bit nervous and missing her father, also gave it her all. Despite their efforts, they were not selected, leaving Jessica heartbroken.

When they spoke to Mr. Kim, he acknowledged their potential but advised them to work on their singing skills, especially on tunes and high pitches. He encouraged them by promising to consider them in the future, saying, “You can sing well but you mess up tunes and high pitches.

I promise to select you, fightin!” It was a tough moment, but with Mr. Kim's feedback, they had a clear direction to improve and strive for success in the future.

They were both so let down, the excitement turning to disappointment, especially for Jessica. She felt the sting of it all, thinking she had dared to dream too big. Returning home with a heavy heart, she expressed her feelings to Jeon, “We didn't even think if we even deserve to become an idol! We are so silly, you know! Anyway, let bygones be bygones, Juu. Cheer up.” Jeon, however, couldn't shake off the feeling of not being able to bring happiness to Jessica.

Retreating to her room, Jessica gazed at her reflection in the mirror, contemplating the day's events. Later, as they sat at the dinner table, Jeon shared a discovery with Jessica, “Jess, I found out that our high school offers a music subject too. Could that be a way for us?” Her eyes lit up with excitement as she exclaimed, “Problem solved!” in sheer joy, playfully leaping onto Jeon, causing them both to tumble. Jessica beamed at Jeon, her happiness evident.

Lost in her smile, Jeon murmured, “I wish I could keep seeing you smile till my last brea...” before Jessica playfully silenced him with a resounding slap, exclaiming, “What the fish are you saying!?” Laughter filled the room as they both got up, ready to enjoy their meal together.

Jeon and Jessica thought that they should go forth more challenges to achieve their dreams, but however it will be not be easy for them, they Will be mentally troubled very much, and will have lot of hate comments, their dream is going to be a challenge, but still to achieve it, they both want to give a try yet.