since our eyes first met - Minsung

챕터a tour

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(Btw this chapter is irrelevant to the story just like the next one so you could skip it)

Chan sat at his laptop, completely immersed in his work. In front of him lay a stack of notes, with annotations about appointments and schedules he needed to go through in the coming days. On the screen, graphs and Excel sheets with tour data flickered, but nothing was as concrete as the information he had been waiting for.

»Hey, Chan! Have you seen what I just did?« Hyunjin called out, appearing in the doorway with a mischievous grin, performing one of his signature dance moves. »I just taught you a new move, you know... for the tour.«

»Hyunjin,« Chan muttered, not looking up from his laptop, »I'm planning a tour here, not a TikTok video.«

»Come on, you have to show me! You're the 'serious guy,' but everyone knows you can do it!« Hyunjin shouted, excitedly waving his arms around.

»Not now, Hyunjin. I need to go through this,« Chan replied, though a small smile escaped him. He had gotten used to Hyunjin and the others trying to pull him away from his focused work.

At that moment, a 'ping' sounded from Chan's laptop, and a new email window opened. The subject: "Tour Dates and Locations" A quick glance was enough, and he immediately opened the message.

»Finally,« he murmured, beginning to read the email. On the other side of the room, he could hear the other members chattering non-stop, outdoing each other with their silly escapades. Felix and Han had teamed up on the sofa to watch a video, while Seungmin and I.N. were having a pillow fight. The soundscape was a mix of laughter, shouting, and the usual everyday noises of a group of friends.

Chan quickly skimmed through the manager's message. »Okay, okay, here it is. The first shows start in Seoul, then it's off to Tokyo, then Sydney...« He read on, trying to absorb everything. »And then... Berlin? Wow, this is going to be a trip.«

»What, to Berlin? They have beer, right?« Han shouted as he landed on the floor after throwing a pillow. »You've got to take us there, Chan. That would be awesome!«

»I know you're only thinking about the beer, Han,« Chan said with a crooked smile, still going through the email. »But the list is long. There are also shows in Paris, London, Los Angeles, and New York. So we'll be quite busy.«

»Wow, that sounds... like a lot,« Seungmin said, having overheard the conversation and sitting down next to Chan. »I mean, with so many shows, how are we supposed to sleep?«

»Good question,« Chan muttered, but his thoughts were already on the next point: the logistical details. The cities were set, but there were still a thousand things to arrange – hotels, transfers, technical equipment, and not least, the setlist.

»What else do you have?« Felix asked, having now abandoned his video and peeking curiously at Chan's laptop.

»I'm not done yet,« Chan said without looking up. »But Berlin and the other cities are confirmed. I think we finally have the first important details. Now we just need to adjust the logistics – and that's going to take a while.«

»So, if we're going to Berlin, we should...« Hyunjin began again, having entered the room and getting carried away with another »funny« suggestion. »Maybe we can add some traditional German dances to the setlist?«

»Oh God, Hyunjin,« Chan groaned. »Please, no. Just because you're thinking about beer doesn't mean we need to turn the whole tour into a party show.«

»Sure, that would be such a hit!« Hyunjin said, unimpressed by Chan's serious expression, and turned to the others. »I bet we'd perform the best dances in Berlin – a little polka, a little waltz...«

»Stop!« Chan interrupted, pointing at the screen. »I just got the dates, and the schedules are really tight. You can have your fun later. If we want to do this tour right, everyone needs to know their role, understood?«

»Okay, okay, seriously, what's still on the list?« I.N. asked curiously, joining Chan and peering at the laptop. »Los Angeles and New York – those are the best cities!«

»Yeah, but they also have the toughest fans,« Seungmin said, the only one in the group staying a bit calm and focused on the next steps. »We have to make sure we're in top shape when we get there.«

»Exactly. We not only need to deliver every show, but we also need to make sure there are no logistical mistakes,« Chan added, continuing to scroll through the email. »And remember, guys – we have to follow the rules and regulations in every city. The manager is also sending us a list of specific requirements for each venue.«

»And that means no time for crazy moves in Berlin,« Han said with a grin. »But if we drink beer there, maybe we can start with a polka. A little fun wouldn't hurt, right?«

»Deal,« Chan said, laughing, then shook his head. »But only after the show.«

»Deal,« Hyunjin shouted and turned to the others. »Sure, we have to dance for a few hours, but then – Berlin, here we come!«

Chan couldn't help but smile. Despite the chaos and the constant back-and-forth of ideas, he knew he was part of an amazing team. A team that stuck together even when everything seemed to be falling apart. After all, with all the cities, the concerts, and the crazy ideas, it was the unity that would make the tour unforgettable.

»Okay, guys,« Chan finally said, going through the last details, »Berlin, Paris, New York – it's going to be a ride. Let's make sure it's not just a success, but something we'll always remember.«

»And with a lot of sausages!« Han shouted from the side, causing the others to burst into loud laughter.

»Yeah, exactly,« Chan said, leaning back and finally closing his laptop. »Let's just hope we don't go completely crazy by then.«

»Don't worry,« Hyunjin said, »by then, we'll already be insane.«

The fourth chapter today!!!! No idea why, but I just have so many ideas right now. I really hope you like them. Honestly, I put so much time and effort into these chapters, so it would be really sweet if you could vote for this story here. 1018 words this time
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