IDOL | BTS 8th member

Sasaeng

2021. NOVEMBER

"Namjoon-ah-"

"Do you want anything??"

"A flat white-"

"Okay, I'll be back soon!"

It was the morning after their first Permission to Dance show, and Minhee had slipped out of the hotel for a quick coffee run. 

Standing by the café counter, waiting for her order, a bright-eyed fan approached her cautiously.

As one of the most recognizable faces of BTS, she often tried to blend in, but her pastel ginger hair made that nearly impossible today.

"Minhee-noona?" 

She was used to encountering fans on the streets, so Minhee prided herself on always being friendly and open. 

She turned with a warm smile noticing the fans attire. He was dressed in cargo pants, with combat boots with a silver chain hanging from his pocketed paired with a back cap

His outfit was very Kookcore.

"Hi-" She smiled

"Look at you-" She went on to playfully tease, gesturing his fit

"It's fantastic, are you coming to the show?"

"Yeah!" He grinned, holding up a bag from the merch booth

"You guys were amazing last night! I'm really excited for today's concert!" 

"Can I... Can I get a picture?"

"Of course!" She nodded, stepping into the frame as the fan snapped a quick selfie

"Thank you so much!" he said, practically glowing with happiness.

With a small wave, Minhee grabbed her coffee and headed out the door the moment slipping from her mind as quickly as it had happened. 

Just another fan encounter, nothing more.

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As the group came on for their soundcheck, Minhee was excited to feel the energy from ARMY even before the main show began. 

She wore a pink over sized hoodie with her hair being in a high pony tail, light jeans and Nikes.

The arena was already buzzing with life, fans eagerly filing into their seats for an early peek at the members.

As she scanned the crowd, something caught her eye. 

A familiar face.

He was near the front, waving excitedly. She waved back, matching his energy. 

After all, ARMYs were known for their dedication, and it wasn't uncommon for some to attend multiple events. 

The concert that night was, as always, a whirlwind of excitement. 

The members performed their hearts out, and Minhee was swept up in the joy and energy that filled the arena. 

Later that night, after returning to the hotel, she decided to go live to connect with ARMYs.

The fans enthusiasm always comforted her, especially after a long, adrenaline-filled day. 

She was still riding the high of the concert as she chatted with viewers, answering questions and sharing funny stories from backstage.

But then the hotel phone rang.

Startled, Minhee glanced over at it, assuming it was staff or maybe one of the members.