Divinity ~ Male KPOP Idol

Chapter 38: All Time High

The morning after their music video for "Idol" went live was unusually quiet in the Divinity dorm. The usual hum of early morning alarms had been replaced by the soft sound of birds chirping outside the window. The members had pushed their bodies to the limit for the past few months—endless rehearsals, back-to-back meetings, and sleepless nights. Now, there was a rare moment of calm, a brief interlude before the whirlwind would inevitably start again.

Minho was the first to wake up. The sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting a gentle glow across the room. He stretched, feeling the familiar ache in his muscles—a reminder of the demanding choreography they'd performed in the music video. As he glanced around, his gaze fell on the other members, still fast asleep. They looked peaceful, their exhaustion from the days prior etched on their faces, but they had earned this rest.

Quietly, Minho slipped out of bed, careful not to disturb anyone. In the kitchen, he brewed a pot of coffee, the comforting aroma filling the air. His phone buzzed with notifications—messages from friends, fellow idols, and family all congratulating them on the release of the video. He smiled to himself as he scrolled through the messages, taking in the flood of support. It felt good to see the love, to know their hard work had paid off.

"You're up early," a voice said softly from behind him.

Minho turned to see Sei, his hair messy from sleep, his eyes still a bit groggy. Sei had been the most excited about the release, constantly practicing even more to improve, and motivating the group, raising everyone's morale.

"Couldn't sleep?" Minho asked as he poured Sei a cup of coffee.

Sei sat down at the small kitchen table, wrapping his hands around the warm mug. "Not really," he admitted. "I kept thinking about the video, about the fans, about everything. It still feels unreal."

Minho nodded, sitting across from him. "It's a lot to take in. We made something special. I don't think any of us will really understand the full impact until we see what happens next."

They sat in silence for a while, sipping their coffee and letting the morning stillness wash over them. The video had taken off in a way none of them had anticipated, and while they had gone through numerous comebacks before, this one felt different. It wasn't just about the song or the choreography. It was about their growth as a group and their place in the world of music.

By the time the rest of the members stirred awake, the dorm was buzzing with energy again. Wei was on the phone with their manager, discussing their packed schedule, while Jaehyun was glued to his phone, scrolling through fan comments and reactions on social media. The excitement from the night before hadn't faded—it had only intensified.

"Guys!" Jaehyun called out, not even looking up from his phone. "We're trending in over 50 countries! Streaming numbers are off the charts!"

Sei's eyes widened. "Wait, what? I knew the video was doing well, but this is insane."

Minho grinned, setting his cup of coffee down. "I guess all the sleepless nights were worth it. But this is just the beginning. There's a lot more ahead."

As the morning unfolded, they spent time reflecting on the release and what it meant for their careers. It was rare for them to have a moment like this, a moment to breathe and savor their success. They knew the world outside was moving fast, but for now, they allowed themselves a brief pause.

Later that afternoon, they had a scheduled meeting with their management team to discuss the next steps. Mr. Son, their manager, was already waiting for them in the conference room with a list of upcoming opportunities.

"The music video is a hit," Mr. Son began, handing out the list. "We're getting offers for interviews, TV appearances, and international promotions. This is just the tip of the iceberg."