Idol of the Heavenly One - Chapter 77.2
I placed my hand on Baek Jae-heon’s shoulder to stop him from coming closer, but honestly, I didn’t put much strength into it.
“So, I really am being careful too.”
With those last words, Baek Jae-heon gently pressed his forehead against mine.
From that moment, our breaths naturally mingled.
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I don’t know what measures the agency took, but an official notice was posted on that YouTuber’s channel and account.
It explained that his connection with ISUNE from YEARZ was merely a friendly challenge, exchanging playful jokes. He admitted that his prank, which seemed like a kiss, was exaggerated, but in reality, their lips never touched. He expressed regret that his excessive joking may have caused the other person to be caught up in unnecessary rumors. He warned fans not to spread false information and stated that legal action would be taken if found doing so.
After the notice was posted, the fandom’s mood changed. The phrase “tricked by the camera angle” spread, and seeing Lee Soonbok acting bright without any sign of distress made fans react, saying it was truly a minor incident. In reality, Lee Soonbok could act so cheerfully because, without his phone, he naturally spent more time with the members. With nothing else to do, he stayed close to them, which appeared positive to fans.
With the situation settled, YEARZ immediately began activities for their follow-up song.
This time, it was completely different from Flame. While Flame had a romantic and masculine appeal that drew a wide audience, the follow-up song extended the existing world view to satisfy the fans’ desires.
The follow-up song was named Afterflow. Its dreamy synth sound stirred fans’ hearts, and all the members wore kitschy satin crop suits, earning the praise that this era of activities was a legendary moment for fans.
I changed my hair from blonde to strawberry milk pink. I thought blonde was already a bold transformation, but this was even more striking. I worried I might look too childish, but contrary to my concern, this activity significantly expanded my fandom. I even gained a nickname.
— Shock. Baby Eros is real.
— This guy actually feels like a living god.
— Mom, I found my new bias again.
— I was going to stop fangirling at 22, but I got hooked again.
— I think the hairdresser did a perfect job. Pink hair with a white satin suit? Totally Eros!
— If Ji Myeong-hyeon is Eros, is Baek Jae-heon then Psyche?
— LOL, Baek Jae-heon as Psyche, seriously?
— Wasn’t he Helena? But his face could start wars between nations, right?
— Personally, I think Psyche is cooler. Helena is beautiful to humans, but Psyche captivates the gods…
Eros. An extravagant nickname, yet it felt good. I had hesitated to dye my hair pink, but seeing the fans’ excitement, I was glad I did.
“They say I’m like Eros. The reincarnation of baby Eros.”
In the waiting room, I read aloud comments where fans called me Eros to Baek Jae-heon. One comment asked, “Then is Baek Jae-heon Psyche?” I didn’t ignore that one lightly. Baek Jae-heon, getting his hair adjusted, nodded slightly in agreement. Then suddenly, he spoke.
“So, I’m Psyche?”
Seriously, him too. I glanced at him, dumbfounded, but his closed eyes and makeup-adjusting face looked so beautiful, like Psyche, that I lost words. This time, all the members had a subtle glitter applied to their faces, and it looked especially good on Baek Jae-heon.
“Uh… what…”
I stammered, unable to refute, and then noticed Baek Jae-heon looking at my stunned expression. He chuckled, instinctively reaching for my face, but remembered our earlier “be careful” conversation. He paused midair and hesitated, ultimately withdrawing his hand.
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