Bts Imagines [ Book 2 ] EDITING IS ON

Suga

"Thank you. Next please!"

I had seen so many people audition today, a select few being good enough to make it through the audition round, but none of them had really caught my eye. I sat at my seat at the judge's table, scribbling on a blank piece of paper on my clipboard as I waited for the next person to enter and begin. I was tired of hearing people, and all I wanted to do was leave. I could have been writing in that time, but hearing all of these endless auditions was sucking the life from me, my drive and inspiration fleeting me for the day. I wouldn't have been surprised if I had left then to work that I would've just stared at my sheet paper, the notes on each staff blurring into an endless blob of ink.

"...You may begin. Cue the music." Namjoon commanded, the music playing as requested.

I looked up from my daze, seeing an intriguing figure in front of me. I just hoped it would be an entertaining performance. I supported my head on my hand, waiting for what I hoped would be a great performance.

Hello, hello
Anybody out there? Cause I don't hear a sound
Alone, alone
I don't really know where the world is but I miss it now

I'm out on the edge and I'm screaming my name
Like a fool at the top of my lungs
Sometimes when I close my eyes I pretend I'm alright
But it's never enough

I sat up a little straighter, listening intently to the words filling the room. It was such a melodious sound, filled with raw emotions.

Cause my echo, echo
Is the only voice coming back
Shadow, shadow
Is the only friend that I have

Listen, listen
I would take a whisper if that's all you had to give
But it isn't, is it?
You could come and save me and try to chase the crazy right out of my head

The words were full of pain and suffering, and the emotions poured out in the sound of a beautiful voice, the passion all within the figure standing before me. How breathtaking it was.

I'm out on the edge and I'm screaming my name
Like a fool at the top of my lungs
Sometimes when I close my eyes I pretend I'm alright
But it's never enough

Cause my echo, echo
Is the only voice coming back
Shadow, shadow
Is the only friend that I have

I don't wanna be an island
I just wanna feel alive and
Get to see your face again

What was their story? Why did they chose this song? Why did they connect so much with it? I yearned to know their story, feel their pain the way they did.

I don't wanna be an island
I just wanna feel alive and
Get to see your face again

But 'til then
Just my echo, my shadow
You're my only friend and...

I'm out on the edge and I'm screaming my name
Like a fool at the top of my lungs
Sometimes when I close my eyes I pretend I'm alright
But it's never enough

Cause my echo, echo
Oh my shadow, shadow

Hello, hello
Anybody out there?

I was standing on my feet, clapping loudly before I could think twice about it. The other judges sat there awkwardly, watching me, but I continued to clap, overwhelmed by the raw talent and emotion put into the song.

"You're in." I finally stated, sitting down in my seat, a smile plastered across my face.

"Uh, well, yes, I think it's safe to say you've made the cut." Namjoon said, Hoseok nodding in agreement.

Their face lit up in gratefulness and appreciation, thanking us before walking off. There were so many things I wanted to ask them, but I couldn't leave just yet. I had to finish the rest of the auditions, but even so my mind could only think of that song, that beautiful voice that sang such a powerful song with such strong emotions. I couldn't have gotten out of my seat quicker when auditions were finally over.

I searched around, knowing those who made the cut were supposed to stick around for more information on the program. Finally, I saw them, staring down at some papers the staff had given them.

"Excuse me." I said, making my way to the figure.

"Oh? Mr. Min, it's very nice to see you again."

"Please, call me Yoongi."

They were shocked to hear me say that, "O-okay... Yoongi."

"I just wanted to compliment you on your performance today. You had such a strong connection to the song. Your words were filled with passion. It was truly amazing. May I ask where that raw emotion stems from?" I asked.

"Well... I've grown up without support from others around me. I've had to learn how to cope with the sadness, and music was my way of escaping everything that made me unhappy."

I nodded, "I know how hard that is... To feel that no one supports you, no one understands. I hope you'll allow me to be there for you at least, supporting you and inspiring you to continue your dreams. You have a gift, and I don't want to see you waste it."

A warm smile appeared in front of me, showing off a neat row of pearly-white teeth, "Don't you see Yoongi? You already have."

And in that moment I knew what it was like to feel loved and appreciated, and I hope they felt that too.