18 The Calm Before the Change

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The sun dipped low on the horizon, casting a warm glow over the vibrant city. Tzuyu leaned against the balcony railing, her gaze lost in the sprawling view of Seoul. The sounds of the bustling streets drifted up to her, but for a moment, she felt as though she were in a different world—one untouched by the pressures of fame.

Behind her, the soft laughter of Sana echoed in the room. “Are you going to stand there all day, or are you going to help me pick an outfit?” she teased, holding up two very different dresses: one a sleek, elegant black, the other a playful, floral number that screamed ‘fun.’

Tzuyu turned, smirking. “You know it doesn’t matter what you wear; you’ll look amazing either way. But if you want my opinion…” She stepped closer, her teasing tone making Sana's cheeks flush. “I think that one is too cute for you. It’s too close to your personality. You need something that’s a little more unexpected.”

Sana pouted playfully. “Are you saying I’m predictable?”

“Just a little,” Tzuyu replied, a sparkle in her eyes.

“Maybe I like being predictable,” Sana retorted, her tone playful as she tossed the floral dress aside and grabbed the black one instead. “Besides, it’s better than being boring.”

They exchanged playful banter as they prepared for the upcoming fan meeting, but beneath the laughter, a deeper conversation loomed—a conversation about the future, about life after the glitter of the stage faded.

“Do you ever think about what happens after this?” Tzuyu asked casually, folding the dress she wasn’t going to wear.

Sana paused, her expression softening. “All the time. It’s hard not to. The contract… it’s almost over, right?”

“Yeah,” Tzuyu replied, her voice barely above a whisper. “I’ve been thinking that maybe it’s time for us to step away. To finally live for ourselves.”

Sana smiled wistfully. “You know, I’ve been feeling the same way. It’s like… we’ve given so much of ourselves to this life, and it’s been amazing, but I’m ready for something different.”

“Something that doesn’t involve being in front of a million cameras every day?” Tzuyu teased lightly.

“Exactly,” Sana laughed. “Just think of it: no more rehearsals, no more tight schedules… just us.”

As they made their way to the fan meeting venue, the energy in the air was palpable. The excited chatter of ONCE filled the space, their faces alight with anticipation. Tzuyu and Sana exchanged glances, their shared understanding deepening.

When they finally stepped on stage, the roar of their fans enveloped them. It was intoxicating, and for a moment, the weight of their impending decisions slipped away. They smiled, posed, and engaged with their fans, the world of TWICE enveloping them like a warm embrace.

Later, as they returned to the dorm, Sana fell onto the couch, her energy still buzzing from the event. “You know, I love this,” she said, glancing at Tzuyu. “But I also love the idea of finding out who I am outside of being Sana from TWICE.”

Tzuyu nodded, her heart swelling with pride for her friend. “Whatever happens, we’ll figure it out together.”

The comfort of their friendship hung in the air, a reminder that while the stage lights might dim, the bond they shared would always shine bright.

As they prepared for bed, Sana’s playful side emerged again. “Just think, we could travel wherever we want, no schedules, just freedom.”

“And do what? Start a bakery?” Tzuyu quipped, a smirk on her face.

“Hey! That’s not a bad idea! I could make the best pastries, and you could be my charming assistant,” Sana shot back, her eyes glinting mischievously.

Tzuyu laughed. “You just want to eat all the pastries.”

“Maybe,” Sana admitted, her grin infectious. “But I think I could make a pretty good life out of it.”

The lightness of their conversation lingered, a momentary distraction from the uncertainties of the future. They were at a crossroads, but for now, they were together—laughing, teasing, and dreaming of what life could be beyond the world of idols.

As the moonlight flooded the room, it was clear that whatever path lay ahead, they would face it hand in hand, flirty and teasing, just as they always had

**Author's Note**

Well, well, well, what do we have here? 🌙 A little balcony moment, some deep thoughts, and... Sana planning a post-idol life running a bakery? 🍞👩‍🍳 Tzuyu as the "charming assistant" though—I can *totally* picture it. 😂 Honestly, if TWICE ever opens a bakery, sign me up as their #1 customer!

But *for real*, this chapter was all about those “big life decisions,” and let's just say, things are getting interesting 👀. Will Tzuyu and Sana really step away from the stage? Or is this just a phase... like that one time Momo thought about becoming a professional food critic? (Still waiting for that, tbh.)

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