Wishlist [txtzy#1]

Wishlist-32(free time)

The plane touched down in Bali, and the air was filled with excitement. The group could feel the rush of anticipation as they walked off the plane into the warm, tropical climate.

"Come on, unnie, let's go!" NingNing said, her arm wrapped around Chaeryeong's shoulders, urging her to keep up.

Chaeryeong turned back just as she noticed her luggage still on the conveyor belt. "Wait, my luggage!" she called out, but before she could rush back, Jisung appeared beside her, smiling reassuringly.

"Don't worry, I'll grab it for you," Jisung said, his grin brightening her day. He quickly darted off to grab her bag.

NingNing shot a teasing glance at Chaeryeong. "Looks like someone's got a line of admirers," she said, her eyes twinkling with mischief.

Chaeryeong blushed, stammering a bit. "It's not like that..."

While the two girls shared a laugh, the rest of the group gathered near the exit, their excitement palpable. The welcoming committee in Bali greeted them warmly, and the group eagerly awaited the next part of their adventure.

"Alright, everyone," the producer began, addressing them with a bright smile. "Tonight is your free time. You can do whatever you want. Tomorrow, we begin shooting, but for now, let's get you to the place you'll be staying."

They were whisked away to a stunning villa that felt like something out of a dream. The large, open-air design was bathed in soft golden light, and the surrounding landscape was lush and tropical.

"Omg, this place is awesome!" Shuhua exclaimed, her voice full of awe as she marveled at the beauty around her.

"Seriously, it's beautiful," NingNing agreed, snapping a few pictures on her phone.

The staff showed them around and explained the rooming arrangements. "The girls will be sharing one room, and the boys will share another," the guide said.

Taehyun rolled his eyes, his frustration barely masked. Sharing a room with Jisung was never a peaceful experience. "Great. Just what I need," he muttered under his breath.

"So, since we have some free time tonight, should we all go somewhere?" Jay suggested, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "Bali's nightlife is amazing."

"Sure, let's do it!" NingNing agreed quickly, her face lighting up at the thought.

Shuhua glanced around, her eyes narrowing mischievously. "Everyone's in, right?" she asked, grinning.

The group nodded enthusiastically. Even Chaeryeong, who had been a bit quieter, nodded. She figured a night out would be just what she needed—a little distraction from the swirling thoughts in her mind.

"Alright, then let's go!" Jay said, leading the charge toward the door.

But just as the group began moving, Shuhua raised her hand with a dramatic pause. "Wait!" she exclaimed, causing everyone to stop in their tracks.

Jay turned to her, clearly confused. "What's up?"

"We need to get ready!" Shuhua said, raising an eyebrow. "We didn't pack two suitcases full of clothes just to go to a club in our airport outfits."

Everyone chuckled at her enthusiasm. The boys groaned but nodded in agreement.

"Fine," Jay said reluctantly. "But be quick, alright?"

"Let's go!" the girls said excitedly, rushing off to their shared room.

Inside the room, NingNing wasted no time. "Unnie, what are you wearing tonight?" she asked, eyes full of curiosity as she rummaged through the clothes Chaeryeong had brought.

Chaeryeong hesitated, glancing at her suitcase. "I actually don't know... It's been a while since I've gotten ready to go somewhere," she admitted, feeling unsure.

"Don't worry, unnie. We'll help you!" Shuhua said with a smile, already pulling out a few dresses she thought would look great on her.

"I'll do the makeup!" NingNing added, grabbing her makeup bag with excitement.

Together, they worked their magic, giving Chaeryeong a complete makeover. When she looked in the mirror, Chaeryeong couldn't help but be stunned. The reflection staring back at her was someone she hadn't seen in a while—confident, vibrant, and undeniably beautiful.

"Omg, unnie, you look so pretty!" NingNing exclaimed, eyes wide in admiration. Shuhua nodded in agreement, a proud smile on her face.

Chaeryeong smiled, genuinely happy for the first time in a long while. "Thank you so much, girls. I'm so grateful to have you two," she said, her voice filled with appreciation.

The girls quickly hurried out of the room and into the living area, where the boys were waiting. The moment the girls entered, the atmosphere shifted. The boys stared in awe, taken aback by how stunning Chaeryeong looked.

Taehyun's breath caught in his throat as he saw her—dressed up, smiling, and looking effortlessly gorgeous. He couldn't help but stare, though he didn't know how to express the sudden rush of emotions.

Jisung, however, had no problem expressing his thoughts. "Omg, Chaeryeong, you look so pretty!" he said loudly, his voice full of admiration.

His comment made Taehyun clench his jaw, feeling a wave of irritation wash over him. He could do nothing but watch as Jisung continued to gush over Chaeryeong, trying to keep his composure. His eyes remained glued to her, even though a part of him wished Jisung would just stop.

The group finally made their way to the club, and as they sat in the car, the girls couldn't help but talk about the lingering tension between Chaeryeong and Taehyun.

"So, you and Taehyun were dating, right?" Shuhua asked, her curiosity piqued.

Chaeryeong looked out the window, the weight of the past settling in. "Yes, we were," she replied softly.

NingNing tilted her head, asking, "And then the whole Taeri thing happened?"

Chaeryeong nodded, her thoughts drifting back to the difficult time. "Yeah. And then I went to America..."

"So, you both broke up?" Shuhua asked, her voice gentle yet inquisitive.

"Technically, yes," Chaeryeong said, her voice a little strained. "You could say that."

"I honestly thought you two were still a thing," NingNing said, her eyes glancing at Chaeryeong. "I mean, the way Taehyun was staring at you while you were sleeping on the plane and even now, when you got all dressed up—it's like he's still in love with you."

Chaeryeong's heart skipped a beat at NingNing's words. "Really?" she whispered, though part of her didn't want to believe it.

"I bet Jisung likes you too," Shuhua added with a sly grin. "The way he keeps complimenting you, I wouldn't be surprised."

Chaeryeong stayed quiet for a moment, feeling a mixture of emotions.