Beneath the Spotlight

05

Jungkook entered the kitchen, finding RM sipping tea.

"Hyung, I'm stressed," Jungkook said, voice low. "Comeback prep is overwhelming."

RM listened attentively, already aware of Jungkook's racing alias, Riven.

"You're going racing tonight, right?" RM asked.

Jungkook nodded. "Yeah, need to clear my head."

RM advised, "Be careful, Jungkook. Your safety comes first."

Suga walked into the kitchen, looking for a snack. He overheard Jungkook's last words: "...clear my head."

Suga's curiosity piqued, he asked, "Clear your head? What's going on?"

RM subtly signaled Suga to drop the topic.

Later, Suga texted the other members:

*BTS Group Chat*

Suga: Guys, gather in the living room. Need to discuss something.

Jin: What's up?

Suga: Trust me, you won't believe it.

J-Hope: Spill it!

Suga: Meet me in the living room.

The members assembled, curious. Suga gestured to the sofa.

"Sit, Jungkook. Explain."

Jungkook hesitated before speaking. "I'm going to an underground racing event tonight. As Riven."

The members stared, shocked.

Jin asked, "Racing? What's that about?"

J-Hope added, "How did you get into this?"

Jimin leaned in. "Is it safe?"

V questioned, "What's underground racing?"

RM intervened, "Let's focus on supporting Jungkook, not interrogating him."

The members nodded, still reeling from the revelation.

Jungkook took a deep breath, preparing to share his secret.

"It started three years ago," Jungkook began. "I was stressed, overwhelmed with our schedule. I needed an outlet."

Jin leaned in, intrigued.

"I met a rider, Elian, at a charity event. He introduced me to underground racing," Jungkook explained.

J-Hope's eyes widened. "You mean, illegal racing?"

Jungkook nodded. "Yes, but I was drawn to the adrenaline rush. Elian became my mentor."

Jimin asked, "How did you keep it a secret?"

Jungkook smiled mischievously. "Code name: Riven. Only Elian and RM knew."

V questioned, "How did you become... the 'King of the Track'?"

Jungkook chuckled. "Practice, dedication and strategy. I studied tracks, honed my skills."

Suga's eyes sparkled. "You're a natural-born racer."

Jungkook shrugged. "It's not just about speed; it's mental toughness."

RM added, "Jungkook's racing skills are impressive, but safety's our priority."