Shadows of Fame (Niki)

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The concert had ended, the electrifying energy of the crowd still humming in Niki's veins. The adrenaline rush from performing in front of thousands was addictive, and he could hardly contain his excitement as he stepped off the stage, still buzzing with the joy of the moment.

"Did you see them? They loved us, hyungs!" Niki exclaimed, his face lit up with a bright smile as he high-fived Heeseung, who nodded in agreement.

"Absolutely! The crowd was insane!" Heeseung laughed, his eyes sparkling with the thrill of performance.

The members of ENHYPEN were used to the overwhelming energy of their fans, but tonight felt particularly special. As they made their way toward the exit of the venue, the roar of their fans reached a fever pitch.

"We should go outside! I want to see the fans!" Niki suggested, his heart racing at the thought of interacting with the ENGENES who had cheered them on all night.

"Are you sure? We should probably head back to the van," Sunghoon cautioned, glancing at the throng of fans waiting outside.

But Niki was determined. "Just for a few minutes! I want to thank them for their support."

"Okay, but let's stick together," Jungwon added, always the voice of reason.

As they stepped outside, the cold night air hit Niki's face, refreshing and invigorating. The sight of their fans, waving lightsticks and shouting their names, filled him with warmth. He felt alive, and he wanted to soak in every moment.

"Hey, Niki! Over here!" a fan shouted, waving frantically.

Niki smiled and waved back, his heart swelling with gratitude. This was what he loved-connecting with the people who supported their journey. He could see the joy on their faces, the way their eyes sparkled with admiration.

But amidst the cheers and excitement, Niki noticed a figure standing apart from the crowd. A girl with wild eyes, clutching a lightstick tightly in one hand, her gaze fixed on Niki with an intensity that made him uneasy.

"Is everything okay?" Sunghoon asked, following Niki's gaze.

"Yeah, I just... I don't know. She looks a bit off," Niki replied, shaking off the feeling. "Maybe she's just really excited."

As they interacted with fans, taking pictures and signing autographs, the girl continued to watch them. Niki tried to dismiss it, focusing instead on the positivity surrounding him. But he couldn't shake the feeling that something was off.

As Niki moved through the crowd, he found himself near Jake, who was chatting with a group of fans. Jake's laughter was infectious, and Niki felt his heart swell with affection for his bandmate. He made his way over, joining the conversation.

"Hyung, you're stealing my spotlight!" Niki teased, playfully nudging him.

"Not possible when you're in the room, Niki," Jake replied, flashing a charming smile.

But just then, Niki caught the girl's gaze again, and this time, her expression had shifted. Her eyes were narrowed, her grip on the lightstick tightening to the point of almost crushing it. Something about her demeanor sent a chill down Niki's spine.

"Niki!" another fan called, pulling him back into their joyful chaos.

He waved goodbye to Jake, who was still engrossed in conversation. As Niki posed for photos and exchanged pleasantries, he felt the unease in his gut grow. The girl was still watching, her face twisted with jealousy as she observed him interact with Jake.

Niki's heart raced, but he brushed it off, telling himself he was just being paranoid. The concert had been overwhelming, and it was easy to feel paranoid when you were in the spotlight. He was determined to enjoy this moment.

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