Taken by the Mafia ✧⁠*⁠。

Episode 6

A few days have passed, now it's the time where all of them will go on their separate ways. The airport was filled with the usual bustle of travelers, but for the Dreamers, it was different. The weight of the moment hung over them as they gathered near the departure gates, knowing that this was the last time they'd be together like this-Daniel was heading back to China, Santa to Thailand, and Riki to Japan. Hyunwoo and Gyumin would remain in Seoul, but the group that had once been inseparable was now parting ways.

The Dreamers weren't alone. The entire staff who had supported them during their journey was there-the managers, the CEO, even the production team. Mr. Kim, the CEO who had given them a platform to chase their dreams, stood before them with a proud smile on his face, his hands clasped in front of him.

"Daniel, Santa, Riki," Mr. Kim began, his voice steady but tinged with emotion, "thank you for everything. You've made me proud. Each of you has grown into talented, hardworking individuals, and I couldn't be more honored to have been a part of your journey."

Daniel stepped forward, bowing deeply before straightening up, his eyes glistening. "No, Mr. Kim," he said, voice thick with emotion, "we should be thanking you. You made our dreams come true. We wouldn't be here if it weren't for you."

Santa followed suit, bowing his head. He swallowed hard, finding it difficult to speak at first. "I... I can't find the words, Mr. Kim. But just know, wherever we go, we'll carry everything you've taught us with us. You gave us a family."

Riki, always the quieter one, nodded slowly. His voice was barely above a whisper, but the sincerity in his words echoed through the small circle. "Thank you, for believing in us."

The managers, Jang Eun Seo and Kang Ha-joon, stood off to the side, their faces a mixture of pride and sadness. Jang Eun Seo gave the boys a gentle smile. "This isn't goodbye, boys. We'll see each other again in the future. Who knows where life will take you, but you'll always have a place here."

Kang Ha-joon added, "Remember, this is just the beginning. We'll be rooting for you, no matter where you go."

Daniel, Santa, and Riki all nodded, offering the managers a deep bow. The moment was bittersweet, filled with gratitude but overshadowed by the looming reality of their departure.

Hyunwoo and Gyumin couldn't hold back anymore. They pulled the three departing members into a tight group hug. Hyunwoo, usually the calm and composed leader, had tears in his eyes as he spoke. "We'll see each other again, right? Let's not forget each other."

Riki, his face buried against Hyunwoo's shoulder, smiled through his own tears. "How could we forget? This is our home, hyung."

The smile on everyone's face was filled with love, but also the knowledge that things were changing. Gyumin, usually the more reserved member, stepped forward and clapped Daniel, Santa, and Riki on the shoulders. "Don't disappear, okay? If you have free time, come back to Seoul. Three of you."

Daniel chuckled, though his voice was thick with emotion. "If we do, hyung, you'll have to treat us to food. A lot of it."

They all chuckled at that, though the laughter was soft, almost fragile, like it might shatter under the weight of the emotions they were holding in.

Then came the announcement that everyone had been dreading. The flight to Thailand, China, and Japan were boarding.

Hyunwoo looked at them one more time, his face serious but filled with love. "For the last time," he said, his voice strong despite the tremble in it, "let's chase our dream."

The five of them-Daniel, Santa, Riki, Hyunwoo, and Gyumin-raised their hands in unison and spoke the words that had defined their journey together. "Let's chase our dream!"