Epilogue: Blue Hair and Piercings
Ju Ha had always been curious about Do Yoon's style. The way he walked into a room with his signature blue hair, those piercings on his ears glinting in the light—it was hard not to notice. Do Yoon always carried himself with such confidence, his look effortlessly cool, as if he was a walking embodiment of individuality.
It wasn't just about looking good; there was something more to it. Ju Ha couldn't help but wonder what drove Do Yoon to make these bold choices. Why blue hair? Why the piercings? He never really asked about it before, mostly because he didn't want to seem like he was prying, but lately, it had been on his mind more than usual.
One evening, as they sat together after practice, Ju Ha couldn't hold back any longer. He glanced at Do Yoon, who was fiddling with his drumsticks, his head tilted slightly as he adjusted one of his earrings. Ju Ha cleared his throat, trying to sound casual, though his curiosity was obvious.
"Hey, Do Yoon," Ju Ha began, "I've been wondering... why do you dye your hair blue? And the piercings... what's the story behind that?"
Do Yoon paused, his fingers stilling for a moment as if he hadn't expected the question. He looked over at Ju Ha, his gaze softening.
"Ah, that's... it's kind of personal, actually." He scratched the back of his head, his voice quiet for a moment. "But if you're asking, I guess I can tell you. I didn't always look like this. In the past, I used to try to blend in, y'know? Just... follow the crowd, do what was expected of me. But one day, I realized I didn't want to just be another face in the crowd. I wanted to stand out, to be myself—really be myself, not who others expected me to be."
Ju Ha nodded slowly, his gaze shifting to the vibrant blue strands of hair that fell across Do Yoon's forehead. It was such a striking color, so different from the usual browns and blacks that he saw every day. He could understand now—Do Yoon wasn't just wearing his look for the sake of it; it was a statement. A declaration of individuality.
Do Yoon continued, his tone growing softer. "The blue hair was just the start. It felt like freedom. The piercings, they were my way of expressing that freedom too—showing that I wasn't afraid to be different. It's kind of like... a form of self-expression. I guess I wanted something that was mine, something that said, 'This is who I am.'"
Ju Ha absorbed the words carefully, his gaze never leaving Do Yoon. "You know," Ju Ha said thoughtfully, "I never really thought about it like that. It's cool that you've been able to find your own way of expressing yourself."
Do Yoon smiled, the tips of his ears turning a bit red at the compliment. "Yeah, I guess it worked. But it's not just about the hair or the piercings. It's about feeling like I don't have to hide anymore."
Ju Ha chuckled softly, leaning back into his chair. "I get it now. You're not just a drummer with blue hair and earrings—you're you. And I guess that's pretty awesome."
Do Yoon's smile widened, his eyes lighting up at Ju Ha's understanding. "Yeah. And it feels good to have someone who gets it."
Ju Ha grinned back, a little bashful but genuinely happy for Do Yoon. "Well, if you ever decide to change it up, let me know. I might need a little heads-up before showing up to band practice, though."
Do Yoon laughed, the sound light and carefree. "No promises, hyung. But I'll make sure to keep you in the loop."
As they shared the moment, Ju Ha realized that Do Yoon's blue hair and piercings weren't just parts of his appearance; they were symbols of his strength and independence. It made Ju Ha admire him even more—not for the way he looked, but for the way he carried himself, unapologetically and confidently.
And as they walked out of the practice room together, Ju Ha couldn't help but think about how different they were from each other in so many ways. Yet, it was those differences that made everything between them so special.
