Shadows of the Spotlight

Chapter 12

I took a breath and focused. "Look, I need to know more about him. Not just as a person, but as his translator," I explained, cutting through the moment. "I need to know what the audience sees when they look at him. What they expect. So when it's time to translate for him, I'll be able to do it right."

Evelyn paused, a knowing smile creeping across her face. "Ah, I get it. You need to know how to work with him, not just personally, right?"

I nodded. "Exactly. So, tell me everything you know about him as an idol. His image, his role in the group. What does the audience see when they watch him on stage?"

She starts, "He's got this incredible, soulful voice that really stands out. On stage, his presence is magnetic. He's confident, but not in a showy way. It's like he commands attention without trying too hard. The audience loves him for that. He's got this... quiet intensity."

I nodded as she spoke, mentally taking notes. This was the kind of information I needed to know—what he projected to the audience, not what was happening behind the scenes.

"He's also got this kind of cool, mysterious vibe about him," Evelyn added. "Off-stage, he's not the loudest of the group. But when it's his turn to perform, he completely transforms. His voice—it's powerful. He's one of those people who can take a song and make it feel like it's a part of him. The fans eat it up."

"That's important to know," I murmured, understanding. "How does he interact with the audience during performances? Does he talk a lot? Is he more about the music?"

"Good question," Evelyn said, shifting slightly as she thought. "Arc doesn't talk too much on stage. He's not like the other members who will joke around or share a lot of personal stuff. He focuses more on the performance itself. He gives little snippets here and there—like if it's a special song or if there's a personal meaning to it, he might say something, but it's always brief. It's all about the vibe. Fans love it because they feel like they're getting this exclusive moment with him."

I was processing this, nodding along. It made sense now. The mystery that surrounded him wasn't just because of who he was offstage—it was part of his stage persona too.

"So, the audience doesn't expect him to be super chatty, then?" I asked, confirming.

"No, not really," she confirmed with a shake of her head. "He's there for the music. For the performance. Fans know not to expect too much from him in terms of talking. They want the art, the voice. He doesn't give them much else, and that's what makes them want more."

I took a deep breath, feeling more prepared. This was the kind of clarity I needed. I wasn't just going to translate his words—I was going to translate his presence—that quiet confidence, the way he commanded attention without ever having to ask for it.

"And his role in the group?" I asked, narrowing my focus. "How does he fit in with the others?"

Evelyn smiled. "Arc's the second youngest, but he's considered one of the main pillars of the group, especially with his vocals. His dynamic with the other members is balanced. They all respect him. He's not the one to take charge, but when he speaks, people listen. He's more of a steady force, someone who brings stability to the group."

I felt like I had a much clearer picture of him now—not just as a performer, but as someone who had learned to shape his role in the group and among the fans. Arc's mystique wasn't just personal—it was an intentional part of his professional image.

"Okay, I think I've got it," I said, feeling a sense of resolve. "I'll keep this in mind when I'm working with him."

Evelyn smiled, clearly pleased with how well I was picking it all up. "You'll do fine. Just remember, it's not about being too loud or over-the-top. It's about capturing his essence."