Rose among the Thorns>>Idol Producer ✔️

Chapter 19

“ Bye Se Yeonnie. Sorry we can’t come with you. We have so many schedules. But do promise us to call when you arrive, Arrasso ? “ Min Xi said after she opens the Van’s Door for Se Yeon to enter. Se Yeon nodded while smiling.

“ And Se Yeon, Do your best. Don’t disappoint us. We’re watching you. “ Areum said playfully. Se Yeon laugh.

“ Bring us some souvenir from Beijing !” Soobin said.

“ Okay Okay ! I’m going to brought some for all of you. “ Se Yeon said. Then Min Xi closed the door but Se Yeon kept the window open.

“ Bye Bye, Se Yeonnie~~ “ They bid while waving when the machine growled and rumbled.

“ Go home safe ! “ They said while still waving.

“ Yeah~~~ “ Se Yeon said while waving as the car sped. She closes the door’s window when her Unnies and the Dorm is no where in sight and the shops replaced them as they sped off the street.

Se Yeon pulled her Laptop inside her bag and open it. Connecting her headphones and watching the Choreography again. Making sure that she doesn’t miss any step. When they arrived, Se Yeon is thankful that there were no fans infront of the airport waiting for her. Of course, no one knows that she’ll fly to beijing. It is a top secret that few people knows. This is the first time that Se Yeon hasn’t encounter a fan because ever since their debut, fans follows them everywhere they go. But it is impossible that no one will know her. A Girl like her age approach her. Holding a phone and a pen.

“ Hi, Unnie. “ The Girl greeted. Se Yeon smiled while glancing through the crowd if anyone noticed them. Se Yeon fixed her sunglasses.

“ Hi. “ Se Yeon greeted back. The Girl who she think is a fan shreak so Se Yeon put her forefinger on her lips, gesturing her to keep quiet, the fan obliged.

“ Can I take a picture with you and can you sign it ? “ The Fan said, trying hard to contain her feels. Her idol is now infront of her, face to face. Of course she have trouble containing her feels.

“ Umm. Sorry no picture. But I can give you my autograph if you have a paper.” Se Yeon said.

“ Oh, Sorry Unnie. I understand. But I don’t have a paper. So perhaps, you can sign on my phone. “ The Fan said while handing her phone and the pen to Se Yeon which she receives and sign. After signing the back of her phone, Se Yeon hand it back.

“ Thank you, Unnie. You are so pretty ! “ The Fan said and suddenly hug Se Yeon which Se Yeon return whole heartedly.

“ Okay Unnie, You can go. Maybe you’re going to be late. You are really pretty, BTW. Bye, Unni~~ “ The Fan said in cheerful voice and start to walk in different direction. Se Yeon chuckled because of her fan’s cuteness. This is the good characteristic of their fans. Royalties (Fandom Name) is so kind and understanding. She’s proud for them.

*** Fastforward ***

The plane were Se Yeon landed on Beijing Capital International Airport. Se Yeon went off the plane and did the thing she need to do before she can totally get out to the Airport. She was informed that someone will pick her up from the airport so she sat down on the bench and wait for the person who will pick her up. While waiting, Se Yeon is browsing on her SNS Account while listening to music through her headphones. She came across on an article that is top 1 in most research in China.

Kim Se Yeon, a member of Kpop Girl Group, Krown is going to be a guest on Idol Producer. Click here for more information.

Se Yeon is quite intrigued about the article and since she is a curious cat, she clicked the article. It loaded for a second before it appears on the screen. It says;

Kim Se Yeon, A former constestant on Idol Producer who is now a famous idol on Korea is going to be a guest on the show.

On April 4, according to the management and multiple broadcast sources, The Krown Member, Se Yeon will be appearing on the last 2 episodes of iQiyi’s “Idol Producer.”

On the same day, iQiyi also posted a short video of Se Yeon, wearing the signature pink sweater of the show, dancing the theme song “Ei Ei” with a caption of “welcome back”.

Are you excited for the next episode ?

Se Yeon laughed because she remembers that clip. It was taken on SM Entertainment’s Practice Room the next day their Manager announced that she’ll do guesting on the show. She remembers how the members have to watch her while she’s filming and keep teasing her so her face is kinda pink on that clip.

(A/N : If it is on Italic it means they are speaking in Hangeul )

“ Se Yeon-ah ? “ A girl’s voice pulled her from a little trip to the memory lane. When she look up, she saw the beautiful face of her ex-mentor and now her sunbae—Zhou Jieqiong.

“ Annyeong Haseyo, Unnie. “ Se Yeon said standing up and bowing politely to greet her sunbae.

“ Congratulations on your successful debut. I’ve heard that Krown become the most successful rookie since your debut. “ Jieqiong said after she hug Se Yeon.

“ Thank you, Unnie. “ Se Yeon said with a huge smile plastered on her face.

“ Oh come on ! Speak on Mandarin from now on. There’s going to be a camera filming us.” Jieqiong said as she gestured the camera and the staffs not far away from them. Se Yeon smiled and wave to the camera then suddenly bow. They make their way towards the Van prepared for them and Se Yeon is left dumbstruck when she saw the camera attached to the ceiling of the Car. It is not her first time seeing this because they’ve filmed their Debut Diary but she just got surprised.

“ Anyways, You'll going to perform with us. Our song was Agent J and you'll take most of my parts. The trainees doesn’t knew about it yet because we will going to make it as a surprise. You’ll practice as they do but you’re not going to reveal yourself yet. You’ll only show yourself on the day before on the rehearsal.” Jieqiong explain with Se Yeon listening carefully.

“ Jie Jie, what if I messed up ? “ Se Yeon asked, worried because she doesn’t have enough time to practice the dance and she doesn’t think that she can work with a partner. There is a part in that choreography that she doesn’t want to do.

“ Oh stop kidding me, Se Yeonnie. I know you will slay it. I’ve watched your debut and my favorite part is when you do the tumbling. It is really awesome. You should do it again but this time, together with Cheng Xiao. That would be great! “ Jieqiong beemed.

“ Haha, I think I have a famous fan. “ Se Yeon joked to the camera.

“ When you did that tumbling part, you’ve gained a famous fan. And that’s me, Zhou Jieqiong. “ Jieqiong added in sarcastic tone.

The duo keeps chatting and catching up. They have been always close. It all started when Jieqiong joined Produce 101 Season 1 on Korea that Se Yeon has become a fan of her. She supported her and her fellow member, Kim Chungha till the last episode of Produce 101. And behold, Se Yeon gathered all of her confidence to talk to her. Then they’ve became friends since then. She’s always been closed to IOI members even now. Fun fact, She cried really hard when IOI disbanded. She spent her whole day weeping on her dorm. By the time they’ve arrived on the Camp, Jieqiong faced Se Yeon.

“ Okay, Se Yeon. You can’t sleep on your previous dorm since you can’t be seen by the trainees so you’ll sleep on our building. If that’s okay with you. “ Jieqiong said.

“ Of course, Jie Jie. Who am I to reject ? “ Se Yeon said. Then the both of them proceed to the Building 1 where their dorms were located.

“ So, Me and Cheng Xiao are sharing this room but we don’t stay here that much. You will be sharing the room with us. You can take that solo bed right there. “ Jieqiong said as soon as they reach the room.

This room was like the other room but it has Three beds. A bunk bed and a solo bed. Se Yeon went to seat to the solo bed beside the wall, Jieqiong followed, seating on the lower bunk.

“ This is my bed and the upper bunk is Cheng Xiao’s “ Jieqiong said.

“ But where’s Cheng Xiao Unnie ? “ Se Yeon asked when she noticed that the bed is empty. On cue, Cheng Xiao entered the room.

“ Someone’s calling me ? “ Cheng Xiao said with an angelic smile plastered on her beautiful face.

“ Where did you go ? “ Jieqiong asked the girl who just arrived.

“ I’ve just arrived from my flight from Korea. I see, Se Yeonnie is here. “ Cheng Xiao answered giving Se Yeon a glance that saying she’s acknowledging her presence. Se Yeon stood up and bow slightly which Cheng Xiao returned.

“ Ah, I forgot you’re still promoting with your group. So how was it ? “ Jieqiong asked Cheng Xiao who put her stuffs on her bed.

“ Tiring but Happy. I’ve enjoyed my group’s presence so I am happy. “ Cheng Xiao replied.

“ Ow, I suddenly miss my members too.” Jieqiong murmured.

“ Speaking of Group. Congratulations on your debut, Se Yeonnie. I’ve watched it and you did great. You group is really talented. “ Cheng Xiao said, turning to Se Yeon who was just listening a while ago.

“ Thank you, Jiejie. You’re still promoting, Xiao-Jie ? “ Se Yeon asked.

“ Yes. But we’ve just finished our last filming and then the promotion ends. “ Cheng Xiao said then sat beside Jieqiong.

“ Did you see the part when she did tumbling, Cheng Xiao ? “ Jieqiong suddenly said in cheerful voice.

“ Ah. Yes. I love that part ! I did that too on one of my performances ! “ Cheng Xiao answered which made Se Yeon blushed a little.

“ You should do it with Se Yeon ! That would be very amazing ! “ Jieqiong said while seal clapping.

“ I know what’s more good idea. “ Cheng Xiao said which caught the two girls attention.

“ Let’s dance it off. I’m quite thirsty to dance so I think we should dance. “ Cheng Xiao continues while stretching her arms.

“ Ah ! Like Late Exercise ! “ Se Yeon exclaimed which Cheng Xiao nodded.

“ Leggo~ “ Se Yeon said excitedly and stood up while stretching.

“ You might want to change your clothes first to a more comfortable clothing. “ Jieqiong said which made Se Yeon to look at her outfit. Oh yeah, she’s wearing a skirt.

“ Okay. Just a minute. “ Se Yeon said as she open her luggage and pick a more comfortable clothes then head out to the bathroom to change. The two girls are waiting for her patiently while they are having a chit chat. In the end, Se Yeon chose to wear a sweatpants and a swearshirt, keeping her hair ponytailed.

After Se Yeon changed clothes, they proceed to an empty practice room, making sure that no trainees are on that floor. They are sure that the trainees are already sleeping, given the time right now. It is already 2 in the morning. The girls starts with some stretching. Jieqiong and Cheng  Xiao work as a partner while Se Yeon lay on the floor with her stomach while doing split.

“ Wow~ You’re really flexible ! “ Jieqiong compliments her. Se Yeon left an awkward laugh. Then she remembers something.

“ Umm, Jiejies. Can I make a call ? I’ve promised to the members that I’m going to call when I arrived here and it slips on my mind. “ Se Yeon said.

“ Of course. “ Both girls said. Se Yeon grab her phone from her sweatpant’s pocket and dial Min Xi's phone, hoping that they are still up. After a few ring, Min Xi pick up the video call.

“ You brat ! Why did you call so late ?! We’ve told you to call us as soon as the plane landed ! “ Min Xi asked as soon as she pick up the phone. Se Yeon noticed that the background is similar to those on the Practice Room in SM Entertainment so she’s guessing that they are still practicing.

“ Sorry, Unnie ! I forgot ! “ Se Yeon said. Then the phone was taken away by no other than the mischievous Soobin.

“ Yah ! Don’t forget the souvenir ! “ She said but then, the phone was taken away again and Areum's face occupy half of the screen. Se Yeon saw Soobin being shut down by Min Xi who has a hand wrapped on Soobin’s mouth on the background.

“ Yah~ Maknae ! Why are you still awake ?!It’s like 2:30 in the morning and you are still awake ! That’s not good for your growth. Look at Min Xi, she doesn’t sleep early so her growth wasn’t complete. “ Areum said. Then Min Xi emerge from behind while giving death glare to Areum.

“ You’re saying something, Areum ? “ Min Xi asked dangerously. Areum's eyes widen like a deer on headlight.

“ Yah~ You’re speaking Banmal to me ? Am I at your age ? “ Areum scolded her which make Min Xi to bow her head.

“ Sorry, Unnie ! “ She said while doing Aegyo. Se Yeon saw how Areum's expression turned into disgust.

“ Yuck Min Xi ! That’s disgusting ! “ Areum said and Se Yeon surely heard Soobin’s annoying laugh at the background.

“ Unnies Stop ! Shikuro(so noisy)! I’m with Cheng Xiao Unnie and Jieqiong Unnie. “ Se Yeon said which make the Unnies from the other line stop quarreling. The the three of them are on the screen.

“ Where is Cheng Xiao Sunbaenim ?! “ Areum asked. Areum is a fan of Cosmic Girls and Cheng Xiao is her bias as well as role model.

“ Where is Kyulkyung(Jieqiong) Sunbaenim?!” Soobin asked eagerly. While Areum is a fan of Cosmic Girls, Soobin on the other hand is also a fan of IOI and Pristin.

“ Jiejies ! My members wants to meet you. They are a fan of both of you. “ Se Yeon said, turning to the two girls who are stretching. They stopped stretching and went beside Se Yeon who is still on split.

“ Annyeong Haseyo ! Wu Ju So Nyeo, Cheng Xiao-Imnida / Annyeong Haseyo ! Pristin, Kyulkyung-imnida. “ Both Girls introduced at the same time.

“ Annyeong Haseyo ! Born to wear a crown ! Krown-imnida ! “ The trio greeted on the other line. Se Yeon pouted.

“ You didn’t include me on the group greetings ! “ She whined but her Unnies doesn’t give a glance at her.

“ Sunbaenims ! We’re really a fan of you ! “ Soobin fangirled.

“ Oh no ! Just call us Unnie. Sunbaenim is too formal. “ Jieqiong said.

“ Ow ! I’m ’95 Liner and Min Xi here is ’97 liner. I think you should call us Unnie. “ Areum said.

“ Okay then, Unnie. Then call us on our name. We’re friends now ! “ Cheng Xiao said. The girls engaged on a more longer conversation until the trio on seoul needs to end the call because they are going home.

“ We should continue stretching now then after 3 mins, we’ll play a game called Random Dance. You all know what it is, right ? “ Cheng Xiao said.

“ Of course ! That’s a good idea ! “ Jieqiong agreed and the trio continues their stretching while the camera
Attached on the wall of the room are still filming.