After the emotional fan meeting the previous day, all the members of Dreamers wake up with a sense of quiet sadness but also determination to enjoy their remaining days together. Hyunwoo, Gyumin, Daniel, Santa, and Riki gather in the living room of their shared dorm and agree to spend the day at Lotte World, one of the most popular amusement parks in Seoul. The excitement of a day filled with fun feels like a great way to lift their spirits after the heavy news of their disbandment.
Before leaving, they remember that their manager had handed them some extra money last night to use for their time together. With the funds in hand, they set out, eager to make memories.
The morning air is crisp as they arrive at Lotte World, and the energy of the amusement park is infectious. Santa suggests they start with the more relaxed rides, but Hyunwoo, being the leader, insists on starting with something thrilling. They decide on the roller coaster, which sends their adrenaline soaring. As they ride, laughter and screams fill the air, and for a brief moment, the weight of the future fades away.
Afterward, the group strolls around the park, snacking on churros, tteokbokki, and ice cream as they wander from one attraction to the next. They take pictures at every stop, Hyunwoo’s arm slung over Santa’s shoulder, Gyumin and Daniel doing silly poses, and Riki constantly on his phone, documenting every moment. These snapshots, they know, will be precious reminders of their time together.
At one point, they pass a game booth where you can win stuffed animals. Daniel, competitive as always, insists on playing. After several failed attempts, he finally manages to win a large bear and proudly hands it to Santa, who laughs and gives him a playful push. These small moments of joy feel even more significant, knowing that soon, they’ll go their separate ways.
As the day winds down, they head to the park’s photo booth. Each member crams into the small space, making funny faces and goofy poses. The photos print out, and everyone holds onto them like treasures—reminders of a group that had once dreamed together.
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Back in the Thailand, Barcode is hard at work in his father’s small food stall. The situation at home has been growing more desperate with each passing day. There’s a looming pressure, the heavy knowledge that Jeff and Perth would be back soon to collect on the debt his father had borrowed. The deadline—two weeks—feels like a ticking time bomb.
The stall is nearly empty. A few customers trickle in, but it’s nowhere near enough to cover the debt. Barcode wipes down the counter, glancing occasionally at his father, who is cooking noodles with a tense expression on his face. It’s clear that the weight of their financial situation is taking its toll on both of them.
Barcode feels helpless. He wants to help his father more, but he doesn’t know how. They need more customers, more money, but nothing seems to work. Flyers, promotions—none of it has drawn in enough business. The thought of Jeff and Perth coming back makes his stomach churn. He remembers the last time they visited, the coldness in their eyes, and the unspoken threat hanging in the air.
With a heavy sigh, Barcode steps out of the stall to hand out some flyers, hoping against hope that maybe today will be different. Maybe today more people will come. But deep down, he knows they’re running out of time, and if they can’t come up with the money, Jeff and Perth won’t be as lenient this time.
As Barcode watches the busy streets, people passing by without a second glance at the food stall, he feels a pit of dread grow deeper. His father is counting on him, but in reality, Barcode doesn’t know how much longer they can hold on. Two weeks feels too short.
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After their fun-filled day at Lotte World, the Dreamers—Hyunwoo, Gyumin, Daniel, Santa, and Riki—decide to visit their favorite food shop, a small, cozy restaurant tucked in a quiet alley of Seoul. It’s the place they have gone to ever since they were trainees, and even now, it remains their go-to spot. The familiar smell of sizzling meat and spices fills the air as they sit down at their usual table, reminiscing about their early days as trainees.
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Taken by the Mafia ✧*。
FanficA K-pop idol's life spirals out of control when he's taken by a ruthless mafia as payment for his father's debts. As love, loyalty, and power collide, he must navigate the dark underworld while uncovering unexpected feelings for the mafia heir.
