Chapter 296 Mouthwatering
In a tall condominium in the heart of Seoul, where the rent was more expensive than an aspiring doctor's tuition fee, sat a woman with newly dyed blonde hair tied up into a messy bun. She was sprawled out on the couch with a bag of chips over her abdomen.
Her comeback had just finished, so she had some time to rest—to fangirl.
Her phone was cast on the large television so she could enjoy the view even more.
The clock read 11:58 PM—only two minutes left until LEVEL-UP's concept photos and debut schedule were going to be posted.
Her heart beat faster in her chest, hoping June would be posted first. However, she also felt like she wasn't ready to see his photos, so maybe being posted last wouldn't be too bad.
Just with a minute left, her phone suddenly rang, causing the screen to shift from EVE's official Navel page to the caller ID.
She quickly answered the phone.
"Don't disturb me, Sasha," she exclaimed in a frustrated tone before ending the call.
For a second, the screen turned black, and she saw her reflection through it.
Mimi looked insane with her messy hair and pimple cream-laden face.
However, she didn't care.
No one else was in her apartment anyway.
She couldn't wait for EVE's concept photos to be posted so she can finally have something to smile about. After Rising Stars, she felt like a void had been created in her heart. However, now, that void was slowly being filled just with the thought of seeing her favorite idol again.
Mimi tried snooping around, asking people what EVE's concept could be, but nobody seemed to know what the group was cooking.
As the clock hit midnight, Mimi repeatedly refreshed their Navel page.
She gasped when she saw the first photo—Zeth.
Despite not being a dedicated fan of the other members, Mimi couldn't deny that EVE was truly a team filled with visuals.
The other members also grew on her as she continued watching the show. Although, nobody could still replace June in her heart.
He was wearing a thin tank top and was leaning against a palm tree. The hem of his top slightly lifted up, revealing a bit of skin.
- Oh my gosh. It's here.
- I'm thirsty for Zeth.
- A fucking beach concept? We're going to die.
She stared at the photo, her mouth watering like the sea that June was submerged in.
"Holy fuck," she whispered, her voice filled with awe.
- I was refreshed by the other photos, and now I feel hot!
- Where the hell is this beach? I need to drink the water June has been in.
- Drink? Girl, just keep it as a souvenir.
- Oh gosh. This beach is going to be drained soon with the amount of fangirls who will collect its water.
- And fanboys! I'll fill up a gallon!
- Does June need CPR and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation? I'm professionally trained in it.
- Us, grandmas, approve of this photo.
There was no denying that EVE's concept photos were a hit with fans from Rising Stars as well as other K-pop enjoyers.
The team, who hadn't seen their photos before, were amazed when June's photo was posted.
"Bro, you look like a mermaid!" Jisung excitedly exclaimed.
"Wet cat," Casper chimed.
"You look really good," Zeth nudged. "Almost as good as me."
Ren rolled his eyes.
"Bro," Akira exclaimed. "Thank us for putting that seaweed into your shirt!"
However, June didn't bother listening to their banter. Instead, he continued looking at the screen with a smile.
"He seems really happy with the photo," Sehun said. "Let him have his moment."
In reality, June wasn't even staring at his photo. He practically saw himself every day anyway!
Instead, his eyes were focused on the caption.
#JUNE #LEVELUP #EVE.
June was just happy he finally got his name back.