CHAPTER 41
“Noona come here! Sit beside me!” Sehun called, pointed at the seat next to him as all of you entered a restaurant.
You was about to runaway from him but he already approach you and dragged you to his seat. “Yah! I want to sit with my bestfriend.” you excused.
“Okay then. She can sit on your other side.” Sehun simply said. Your rolled your eyes and met eyes with Baekhee. She was giggling but then sat on your other side.
“Stop that.” you hissed as your bestfriend keep giggling. “Psh!” Baekhee pouted.
“Noona, eat this.” Sehun said as he placed a food on your plate. “You too, eat.” Kai, who is sitting acrossed Baekhee, placed a food on her plate. “Gomawo.” Baekhee said as he give him a light bow of her head.
With that, all of you started the food. “Ummm.. May I ask you a question?” D.O. suddenly asked Baekhee. She gave him a nod to go on with his question. “How come you’re our fan but Haewon isn’t?” he curiously asked.
You gulped upon hearing the unexpected question. The rest of EXO-K was also curious as they turned to Baekhee, waiting for her answer.
You open your mouth and was about to answer that question but Baekhee did first. “To be honest, she’s actually a fan of EXO before.” she replied normally.
You facepalmed yourself after hearing your bestfriend’s annoying reply. Then EXO-K gaze at your way then smiled. You raised an eyebrow, “What?” you asked, annoyed.
“How come she become a anti-fan now?” Baekhyun added a question for Baekhee. “Because—” she didn’t even finished her sentence when you stopped her by covering her mouth using your hand. “Enough asking. Now, eat.” you bluntly said.
You then finally released your bestfriend and gave her a glare. Baekhee pouted then faced EXO-K and smiled, “Don’t worry. She will become a fan again, for sure..” she muttered.
You shot her another glare but she just rolled her eyes the continued her food. EXO-K flushed you a smile before continued eating their food. Annoyed, you also continued eating.
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After eating dinner with EXO-K, all of you left the restaurant safely and hopped inside the van. EXO-K offered your bestfriend a ride on the way to her neighborhood. Baekhee warmly agreed.
Minutes later, the van stopped as it reach Baekhee’s neighborhood. With that, Baekhee get off the van and looked at you, “I think we won’t see each other again tomorrow.” she said.
You sadly nodded, “Yeah. I guess.” you said. “Well.. See you soon then. Annyeong! And thanks for the autographs.” Baekhee beamed as she glance at the boys.
EXO-K warmly smiled at her and waved her a goodbye. You also waved with a smile. As your bestfriend disappeared from the sight, the van droved off towards EXO-K’s dorm.
Silene filled the atmosphere on the way to your and EXO-K’s neighborhood.
Suddenly, Chanyeol broke the silence for asking, “Are you becole a anti-fan because the other people keeps comparing us to the other artists of SMEnt?” he asked.
You gulped by the sudden question but you decided to not to answer it and remained silent right on your spot.
But then Suho added, “Sooman hyung showed us your comments in our videos in youtube and all of it are negative. Your comments always says that we’re not that good as the other artists of SMEnt. Well.. That’s true. We’re not that good as TVXQ, Super Junior or SHINee but we also have talent and it’s different to them. I want to be honest so I’ll be lying if I said that we’re not mad. Actually, your comments turned us down. Your comments hurts us.” he said in a serious tone.
You started to feel guilty upon hearing his satement. You bit your bottom lip and closed your eyes before saying, “Mianhe.. I think I made a mistake there. I think I’ve more focus on the negative side of you guys so yeah.. Honestly, I don’t why but recently these days, I’m starting to like you guys..” finishing your sentence, the an finally stopped.
You quickly open the door of the van and hopped off. You started to walked away in fast pace, leaving EXO-K dumbfounded.
In the middle of your walk, you heard them called, “Haewon-ah!” they shouted in unison that made you stopped on your tracks but didn’t dare to look back at them.
“We will try our best just to make one of our fan back to us. We will prove you that we’re worth it to be one of your favorite idol. We will improve ourselves to make you become our fan again.” Suho, being the leader said.
You bit your bottom lip again and said, “I can’t promise to be back as EXO fan again.” you said. “That’s why we’re going to give a try. Don’t force yourself. We will respect whatever your decision is.” Suho snapped.
With another bit of your bottom lip, you didn’t reply anymore and continued walking until you reach the inside of your house.
EXO-K glance at each other. “We’re going to get back one of our fans, our personal assistant Shim Haewon.” Suho said. The rest of the members willingly nodded.
With another glance at your house, EXO-K also entered their dorm.
CHAPTER 42
The next day. You woke up early to prepared yourself for your job. You went to SM Building with EXO-K using the van.
After having a little conversation with Mr. Lee Sooman, you and EXO-K left SM Building and headed to the Music Bank.
Some fans caught you with EXO-K as all of you entered Music Bank’s location. You ignored them and continued walking behind the boys.
You set the costumes for the boys and you helped them fixed it. As all of them already wearing their costumes, the make-up artists came in for the boys.
You then sat on the couch inside EXO-K’s dressing room as you watched them furiously. *No wonder why so many girls are going crazy because of them. They’re so handsome with and without make-ups.* you just thought.
Baekhyun caught your stares as he winked at you. You rolled your eyes, *He did it again for the second time.* you thought as you remember his wink on their photoshoot before.
After awhile, their make-up and hairstyles were finally done. With that, EXO-K exited the dressing room and so did you.
Minutes later, EXO-K went up to stage and started performing ‘MAMA’ and ‘History’. The crowd went crazy as EXO-K started their performance.
After the performance, EXO-K had interview. They started to introduced theirselves one by one that made the crowd become wild. They keep squealing for EXO-K which makes you annoys. You ignored them and just focus fpr EXO-K interview.
“So.. Suho, being the leader. Is it hard for you to handle your group?” the host asked. Suho made a pause on it before he held up the microphone and answered, “To be honest, it’s hard to handle them sometimes.” he honestly responded.
“Sometimes?” the host asked. Suho nodded and smiled, “Yeah. Especially Baekhyun and Chanyeol. They acted like kids whenever they get close.” he replied that earned a squeal from the crowd.
The host chuckled, “Oh.. By the way, I heard Baekhyun and Chanyeol shared a room. Is it true?”
Suho nodded once again, “Yes, they are.” he replied. “So, may I ask Baekhyun?” the host asked. Suho nodded and give the microphone to Baekhyun.
“How close you are to Chanyeol?” the host asked. “Very close. We’re like brothers actually but we’re like a couple somehow..” he replied with a chuckle as Chanyeol chuckled along. The crowd became louder because of Baekhyun’s answer.
Upon hearing his answer, you couldn’t help but chuckle. For some reason, you found Baekhyun’s answer was quite funny.
“A couple? Woah! That was ridiculous.” the host commented. “So, may I ask what Chanyeol’s reaction for that?” the host peeked at Chanyeol.
“Ummm.. Actually I’m speechless but honestly, I and Baekhyun were really close to each other that made us looks like a couple.” Chanyeol chuckled but then continued, “But I assure everyone that we’re bestfriend and not a couple.” he said as he smiled at the audience.
Again, the crowd went louder upon seeing Chanyeol’s creepy smile. Just then, another question throw to them. “How about you, Sehun? I heard you’re close with EXO-M Luhan, is it true?” the host asked. Without hesitation, Sehun nodded. “Yes. Like Chanyeol hyung’s and Baekhyun hyung’s closeness, we’re the same.” he replied.
“How about Kai and D.O.?” the host asked. “We’re like bestfriends.” both Kai and D.O. replied in unison earning a ‘wiiieee’ sound from the crowd.
The host chuckled, “Yeah, I see.” D.O. and Kai smiled. You were also smiling upon hearing them answer the question at the same time.
Your smile suddenly faded when the last question came up. “For the last question, “What can you guys say to the anti-fans out there?”
You were actuallt stunned by that question. You froze right on your spot. Sweats started to fall down to your skin. Your eyes were glued to EXO-K. Their gazes slowly went to you that made you sweat even more.
Suho then answered the question first, “Honestly, we already encountered one of our anti-fans. It’s actually hard to have a conversation with one of them. I think they really hate us for some reason.” he said with eyes met yours.
You bit your bottom lip but then Kai added, “But we will do our vey best just to prove them that we’re worth to be an idol for them or to everyone.” he said as he gave you a smile.
You started to play with your fingers but eyes were still glued to them. “At first I thought, it’s hard to have an anti-fans but I think it’s pretty challenging for us to prove our talents to everyone. Now, we’re doing our best just to prove our talents were real and different to the other groups in kpop industry.” D.O. spoke.
“And, we actually prepared a song for our anti-fans.” Sehun said that made you gasped in surprise. “Woah! Let us hear it then.” the host said, amused.
EXO-K cleared their throats before started singing the korean version of their song ‘Into Your World’ LIVE. To be honest, this is the first time your herd them sing LIVE. Their voice were like one. They sing it not just they wanted to but they sing it willingly from their hearts.
As the song ended, Suho spoke. “That song is for our anti-fans especially the one we knew and you know who you are. We sing that song because we want to tell you that we’re always here waiting for you yo enter our world. Everyone are welcome to enter our world whether you’re a fan or even an anti-fan. We will accept you whoever you are and wherever you came from.” with that said, a tear rolled down to your cheek. You become emotional not because of their meaningful song but because of Suho’s warm speech.
The crowd become emotional and clapped for EXO-K’s meaningful song and speech. With that, the interview ended and EXO-K exited the stage.
CHAPTER 43
“Their words hit you, aren’t you?” You suddenly startled by the sudden voice. You turned to yours side and saw Lee Sooman appeared from nowhere, he was standing there while looking towards the stage.
“What are you saying?” you asked, pretending you didn’t get what he wanted to pointed out. Sooman turned to you, “Your eyes explains it all.” he simply replied.
You immediately run your hands up to your eyes and felt a wet thing at the corner of it. You looked away, speechless.
Sooman smiled, “Once you entered their world, you can’t escape anymore. You’re their fan on the first place and you’re still their fan until now.” he simply spit out.
You turned back to face him again, “Who said that I’m their fan before?” you asked. Sooman shrugged, “Having a talkative bestfriend is worth it.” he said.
You frowned, *Aish! Yoon Baekhee, I’ll kill you when I see you..* you bitterly thought as you remembered how talkative your bestfriend is.
“Don’t be mad at her. She’s just worried about you.” Sooman snapped. “Mwo?” you asked, confused. “Your bestfriends knows that you’re still a fan of EXO yet you still deny it. Like I said, you eyes explains it all. Teenager stage is quite short so you better enjoy it by adoring your idols.” he stated.
There was pause until you let out a sigh, “I guess you’re right.” you mumbled but loud enough for Sooman to heard it. Sooman smiled, “Now, go to them. They need your there now.” he gestured. You nodded and with a bowed, you left and headed to EXO-K’s dressing room.
Sooman watched you walked away, *You’re starting to warm now, Ms. Shim. I’m glad you realize what you really are to them, a fan.* he thought with a smile.
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Just when you open the door, EXO-K turned to your way. They were silent. No one dare to open a topic nor have a talk with you. You walked over to them then flushed a warm smile, “Yah! What’s with the air. The performance was daebak! Cheer up guys!” you said.
EXO-K was stunned by your sudden changed of mood. They just stared at you, totally surprised. “I like the performance so far especially the song part for the anti-fans.” you stated, earning a shocked expression from them.
You frowned, “Yah! Come on, let’s go back home. You guys must already tired now. You guys need some rest. Kaja!” you said and started to walk but Kai held you back that made you stopped.
“You like our performance especially the song for the anti-fans? Aren’t you one of them?” he asked. You slowly turned to them, “Who says I am?” with that said, you pushed Kai’s hand aside and continied to walked, leaving EXO-K dumbfounded.
You stopped halfway when you realized that they weren’t following you. You turned back to face them and frowned, “Aren’t you guys coming?” you called. EXO-K glance at each before breaking into a wide smile. “Ne, coming!” the shouted back in unison then follpwed you. With a playful smile, you exited the dressing room.
EXO-K was already understand what you had said earlier so they didn’t bother to ask you anymore. All of you hopped inside the van as you sat beside the window and Suho next to you.
Your eyelids started to dropped as you lean your head on the window glass. Suho got noticed it as he carefully reach your head and gently laid it to his shoulder, “There..” he whispered.
You looked up and smiled, “Gomawo Suho..” you whispered. “It’s oppa to you.” he said. You nodded, “Ne, gomawo Suho oppa..” you said. With that, Suho gave you a smile before you could fully close your eyes.
The van finally stopped, you felt someone shook you. You slowly open your eyes as Suho’s face greeted you. “We’re already here.” he said.
You straightened up and look around. The sight of EXO-K’s dorm and your house could be seen. With that, all you 7 went out from the van.
You waved goodbye to them and was about to walk away when you heard Baekhyun spoke, “Can you sleep over in our dorm tonight?” he carefully asked.
You titled your head and saw their pleading expression looking at you. “Please..” Chanyeol plee. “I’ll ask omma first.” you said. “We’ll go with you, noona.” Sehun said as the other nodded in agreement.
For some reason, you did miss Sehun calling you noona since Kai had stopped calling you like that. You couldn’t help but smiled then nodded.
With that, all of you headed to your house and ask your mom for permission. At first, your mom was surprised by it but then she agreed because EXO-K kept pleading on her.
Satisfied on your mom’s permission, you and EXO-K left the house and headed to their dorm.
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“Noona, sleep next to me!” Sehun called. The other members shot him a look. “No she’s sleeping next to me!” Kai snapped.
“Kids stop. Let Haewon decide where she wants to sleep.” Suho said. The others nodded in agreement. Then you heard Chanyeol whispered to you, “Between me and Baekhyun is the better place.” You looked at him then to Baekhyun who flushed you a wink.
You paused then said, “I’ll sleep in between Suho oppa and D.O.” you said. “OPPA?” EXO-K didn’t focus on where do you want to sleep but focused of you calling Suho an oppa.
You frowned, “Is there a problem for me calling him oppa? He’s older than me and act like brother to me so I think he deserves to be called like that.” you snapped as you position yourself at the middle. All of you decided to sleep on the living room so you all set the blankets on the floor to sleep all together.
D.O. happily laid next to you and so did Suho. The other pouted but then laid on the blanket also. Kai next to Suho as Sehun next to Kai. Then BaekYeol next to Suho.
“So, I think you’re our fan now..” D.O. stated. “Ne, I guess.” you said as a smile playfully appeared on your lips. EXO-K beamed happily as you finally admitted you, being their fan.
“Umm..” you started, “Can you guys sing the song ‘Into Your World’ again before we sleep?” you asked.
“Sure..” with that said, EXO-K started the song. For the second time, you fall asleep after hearing that song again. First is when you slept with EXO-M together, they sing the chinese version and now, EXO-K sing the korean version.
Soon enough, you drifted to sleep with a smile formed on your lips.
CHAPTER 44
It’s been already a month since the day you accepted the truth, yourself being officially fan of EXO. Day by day, you becoming closer and closer to them.
Sometimes, you went hanging out with EXO-K along with your bestfriend, Baekhee. She was very happy to know that you already accepted that you’re a fan of EXO and not an anti-fan.
One day, you received a phone call from Lee Sooman. “Yeoboseyo?” you answered. “Can you come here and have a talk with me?” he asked.
“Sure.” with that said, you hang up and left the house. You dragged your food on the way to SM Building.
As you reach it, you entered it and headed towards Sooman’s office. As you was walking you heard a familiar voice called you, “Haewon noona!”
You turned to one of the practice room and saw EXO-K running to you. Sehun was the one who called you. “Oh.. Already finish practicing?” you asked with a smile.
They shook their heads. You frowned, “Then go and continued.” you gestured them. “You’re not here to visit us?” Baekhyun asked.
“Mr. Lee Sooman called me to meet him. He have something to discuss with me. I’ll be right back after I talk with him. Is that okay?” you asked. Finally, they smiled in satisfaction then nodded.
With that, you walked away as EXO-K went back to their practice room and closed the door so no one could disturb them.
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“Please take a seat Ms. Shim.” Sooman said as you entered his office. “So.. Why did you call all of a sudden?” you trailed off.
Sooman straightened up and looked at you with serious face. “If I’m not misaken, you’re close to EXO-K now, am I right?” he asked. You paused then nodded, “Umm.. Yeah, you can say that.”
Sooman smiled, “I’m glad you realized now.” he said. You gave him a confused look, “You were saying?”
“What I’m trying to say is, I’m glad you realized what is EXO to you and who you are to them. You’re a fan.” he stated. You smiled then nodded, “Thanks for making me realize it.” you said.
Sooman stared at you in surprised. You frowned, “You did it on purpose, don’t you? You hired me as their personal assistant to make realize that I’m a fan and not an anti-fan, right?” you snapped. Sooman chuckled, “You just realized it now?”
You rolled your eyes but then smiled, “Well.. Still thanks though..” you said. Sooman smiled and nodded, “No problem..”
“Umm.. By the way, is this what you wanted to say to me that’s why you called?” you snapped. Sooman simply shook his head. You frowned, “Then why?” you asked.
“I called you because I want to ask you something.” he stated. “Okay, so what is it?” you asked. “Since you already realize what you really are, I want to ask you if you still wante to be EXO’s personal assistant or not?” he asked.
Without a second thought, you answered. “Of course, I wanted to.” Sooman replied, “Good. Because EXO will be having their 2nd Showcase tomorrow and I need your help.” he said.
“2nd showcase? You mean all the 12 of them in one?” you asked. Sooman nodded, “Bingo!”
“Isn’t EXO-M is in China right now?” you asked. Sooman shook his head, “No, not anymore. Actually, they’re already in their way going here. They will be here anytime soon.” he stated.
“They’re back?!” you gasped. Sooman nodded. “Is EXO-K knows about this?” you asked. Sooman shook his head, “Not yet.”
“Can I go and tell them the good news?” you asked. “No, I want you to surprise them.” Sooman snapped. You frowned. “Just wait until EXO-M arrived. I will let you bring them to EXO-K by your own.” he said.
You smiled on that idea and nodded. Just then, the door burst open amd revealed EXO-M. Your eyes rounded upon seeing the faces that you have miss in a month.
You stood up and give them a warm smile, “Welcome back!” you greeted. Without any hesitation, EXO-M walked to you. Luhan was the first one who give you a hug, “Did you miss us? Cause we miss you a lot.” he whispered.
You smiled between the hug and looked up at EXO-M behind Luhan. You patted Luhan’s back, “Of course I did.” you replied. Luhan broke the hug and smiled at you as you smiled back.
Then Xiumin stepped forward and give you a hug, “I miss you, our fan.” he whispered. You chuckled, “I miss you too Baozi.” you whispered back, earning a laugh from Luhan. He broke the hug and give Luhan a glare. Luham stucked his tongue out.
Xiumin ignored him then face you, “Be thankful I miss you a lot, if not I scold you. Don’t call like that.” he pouted. You giggled, “But it fits you.” you said.
For the second time, Luhan burst into laughter along with the other members and even Lee Sooman.
Xiumin pouted even more. “Aigoo! Don’t laugh at him guys.” you snapped that earned a smile from Xiumin.
Then next who hug you is Chen. “It’s been only a month but it feels like forever that we didn’t see each other.” he whispered.
You chuckled, “Yeah.. But now, we see each other again.” you whispered back. Chen smiled then released you. Next is Lay. “Now that I’m here. I want to talk to you more.” he stated. You smiled and nodded, “Okay. We’ll do that.” you replied.
Next to him is Kris. “Aigoo! You’re so tall.” you commented, having a hard time to hug him back. Kris chuckled then bent down. You smiled and hugged him back, “Good boy!” you said, patted his back.
Kris chuckled once again, “I miss you, I miss your annoyed face the most.” he said. You broke the hug and guve him a glare. Kris chuckled for the third time, “I like that face.” he stated.
You rolled your eyes but then smiled, “Thanks.” Kris shook his head, amused.
And the last person, Tao. He hugged you very tight as if there’s no tomorrow. Just then, you heard him sobs and then you realized that Tao was already crying.
You gently patted his back, “Aigoo! I can’t believe you’re still the crying baby. You’re already bavk so stop crying now before my tears also explode.” you said.
Tao chuckled, “Mian. I just miss you and me, being here in Korea.” he stated. You broke the hug, “Ara. I also know you miss EXO-K a lot.” you said as you wiped his tears.
Sooman watched all of you, touched. “Ms. Shim, go and bring them to EXO-K for a surprise.” he beamed. You turned to him and nodded. With that, all of you exited the office.
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You carefully open EXO-K’s practice room that made them stopped halfway on their practice. “Haewon-ah! You’re finally back.” Chanyeol beamed in happiness as the others give you a warm smile.
You smiled back, “Yeah, I’m back and I have a surprise for you guys.” you beamed. Their eyes rounded, “Really?” they excitedly asked.
You smiled then turned to you back, giving EXO-M a hint. You open the door widely as EXO-M went inside.
“Omo! EXO-M is back!” D.O. gasped in surprised. Without a second, they all hug each other happily.
Again, Tao burst into tears upon seeing their half, EXO-K. You smiled at the scenery in front of you. It felt good to see them reunite again.
That day, you went out to eat with EXO and on the night, you sleep over at their dorm, not wanting to missed a chance to sleep with all of them together.
“Noona come here! Sit beside me!” Sehun called, pointed at the seat next to him as all of you entered a restaurant.
You was about to runaway from him but he already approach you and dragged you to his seat. “Yah! I want to sit with my bestfriend.” you excused.
“Okay then. She can sit on your other side.” Sehun simply said. Your rolled your eyes and met eyes with Baekhee. She was giggling but then sat on your other side.
“Stop that.” you hissed as your bestfriend keep giggling. “Psh!” Baekhee pouted.
“Noona, eat this.” Sehun said as he placed a food on your plate. “You too, eat.” Kai, who is sitting acrossed Baekhee, placed a food on her plate. “Gomawo.” Baekhee said as he give him a light bow of her head.
With that, all of you started the food. “Ummm.. May I ask you a question?” D.O. suddenly asked Baekhee. She gave him a nod to go on with his question. “How come you’re our fan but Haewon isn’t?” he curiously asked.
You gulped upon hearing the unexpected question. The rest of EXO-K was also curious as they turned to Baekhee, waiting for her answer.
You open your mouth and was about to answer that question but Baekhee did first. “To be honest, she’s actually a fan of EXO before.” she replied normally.
You facepalmed yourself after hearing your bestfriend’s annoying reply. Then EXO-K gaze at your way then smiled. You raised an eyebrow, “What?” you asked, annoyed.
“How come she become a anti-fan now?” Baekhyun added a question for Baekhee. “Because—” she didn’t even finished her sentence when you stopped her by covering her mouth using your hand. “Enough asking. Now, eat.” you bluntly said.
You then finally released your bestfriend and gave her a glare. Baekhee pouted then faced EXO-K and smiled, “Don’t worry. She will become a fan again, for sure..” she muttered.
You shot her another glare but she just rolled her eyes the continued her food. EXO-K flushed you a smile before continued eating their food. Annoyed, you also continued eating.
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After eating dinner with EXO-K, all of you left the restaurant safely and hopped inside the van. EXO-K offered your bestfriend a ride on the way to her neighborhood. Baekhee warmly agreed.
Minutes later, the van stopped as it reach Baekhee’s neighborhood. With that, Baekhee get off the van and looked at you, “I think we won’t see each other again tomorrow.” she said.
You sadly nodded, “Yeah. I guess.” you said. “Well.. See you soon then. Annyeong! And thanks for the autographs.” Baekhee beamed as she glance at the boys.
EXO-K warmly smiled at her and waved her a goodbye. You also waved with a smile. As your bestfriend disappeared from the sight, the van droved off towards EXO-K’s dorm.
Silene filled the atmosphere on the way to your and EXO-K’s neighborhood.
Suddenly, Chanyeol broke the silence for asking, “Are you becole a anti-fan because the other people keeps comparing us to the other artists of SMEnt?” he asked.
You gulped by the sudden question but you decided to not to answer it and remained silent right on your spot.
But then Suho added, “Sooman hyung showed us your comments in our videos in youtube and all of it are negative. Your comments always says that we’re not that good as the other artists of SMEnt. Well.. That’s true. We’re not that good as TVXQ, Super Junior or SHINee but we also have talent and it’s different to them. I want to be honest so I’ll be lying if I said that we’re not mad. Actually, your comments turned us down. Your comments hurts us.” he said in a serious tone.
You started to feel guilty upon hearing his satement. You bit your bottom lip and closed your eyes before saying, “Mianhe.. I think I made a mistake there. I think I’ve more focus on the negative side of you guys so yeah.. Honestly, I don’t why but recently these days, I’m starting to like you guys..” finishing your sentence, the an finally stopped.
You quickly open the door of the van and hopped off. You started to walked away in fast pace, leaving EXO-K dumbfounded.
In the middle of your walk, you heard them called, “Haewon-ah!” they shouted in unison that made you stopped on your tracks but didn’t dare to look back at them.
“We will try our best just to make one of our fan back to us. We will prove you that we’re worth it to be one of your favorite idol. We will improve ourselves to make you become our fan again.” Suho, being the leader said.
You bit your bottom lip again and said, “I can’t promise to be back as EXO fan again.” you said. “That’s why we’re going to give a try. Don’t force yourself. We will respect whatever your decision is.” Suho snapped.
With another bit of your bottom lip, you didn’t reply anymore and continued walking until you reach the inside of your house.
EXO-K glance at each other. “We’re going to get back one of our fans, our personal assistant Shim Haewon.” Suho said. The rest of the members willingly nodded.
With another glance at your house, EXO-K also entered their dorm.
CHAPTER 42
The next day. You woke up early to prepared yourself for your job. You went to SM Building with EXO-K using the van.
After having a little conversation with Mr. Lee Sooman, you and EXO-K left SM Building and headed to the Music Bank.
Some fans caught you with EXO-K as all of you entered Music Bank’s location. You ignored them and continued walking behind the boys.
You set the costumes for the boys and you helped them fixed it. As all of them already wearing their costumes, the make-up artists came in for the boys.
You then sat on the couch inside EXO-K’s dressing room as you watched them furiously. *No wonder why so many girls are going crazy because of them. They’re so handsome with and without make-ups.* you just thought.
Baekhyun caught your stares as he winked at you. You rolled your eyes, *He did it again for the second time.* you thought as you remember his wink on their photoshoot before.
After awhile, their make-up and hairstyles were finally done. With that, EXO-K exited the dressing room and so did you.
Minutes later, EXO-K went up to stage and started performing ‘MAMA’ and ‘History’. The crowd went crazy as EXO-K started their performance.
After the performance, EXO-K had interview. They started to introduced theirselves one by one that made the crowd become wild. They keep squealing for EXO-K which makes you annoys. You ignored them and just focus fpr EXO-K interview.
“So.. Suho, being the leader. Is it hard for you to handle your group?” the host asked. Suho made a pause on it before he held up the microphone and answered, “To be honest, it’s hard to handle them sometimes.” he honestly responded.
“Sometimes?” the host asked. Suho nodded and smiled, “Yeah. Especially Baekhyun and Chanyeol. They acted like kids whenever they get close.” he replied that earned a squeal from the crowd.
The host chuckled, “Oh.. By the way, I heard Baekhyun and Chanyeol shared a room. Is it true?”
Suho nodded once again, “Yes, they are.” he replied. “So, may I ask Baekhyun?” the host asked. Suho nodded and give the microphone to Baekhyun.
“How close you are to Chanyeol?” the host asked. “Very close. We’re like brothers actually but we’re like a couple somehow..” he replied with a chuckle as Chanyeol chuckled along. The crowd became louder because of Baekhyun’s answer.
Upon hearing his answer, you couldn’t help but chuckle. For some reason, you found Baekhyun’s answer was quite funny.
“A couple? Woah! That was ridiculous.” the host commented. “So, may I ask what Chanyeol’s reaction for that?” the host peeked at Chanyeol.
“Ummm.. Actually I’m speechless but honestly, I and Baekhyun were really close to each other that made us looks like a couple.” Chanyeol chuckled but then continued, “But I assure everyone that we’re bestfriend and not a couple.” he said as he smiled at the audience.
Again, the crowd went louder upon seeing Chanyeol’s creepy smile. Just then, another question throw to them. “How about you, Sehun? I heard you’re close with EXO-M Luhan, is it true?” the host asked. Without hesitation, Sehun nodded. “Yes. Like Chanyeol hyung’s and Baekhyun hyung’s closeness, we’re the same.” he replied.
“How about Kai and D.O.?” the host asked. “We’re like bestfriends.” both Kai and D.O. replied in unison earning a ‘wiiieee’ sound from the crowd.
The host chuckled, “Yeah, I see.” D.O. and Kai smiled. You were also smiling upon hearing them answer the question at the same time.
Your smile suddenly faded when the last question came up. “For the last question, “What can you guys say to the anti-fans out there?”
You were actuallt stunned by that question. You froze right on your spot. Sweats started to fall down to your skin. Your eyes were glued to EXO-K. Their gazes slowly went to you that made you sweat even more.
Suho then answered the question first, “Honestly, we already encountered one of our anti-fans. It’s actually hard to have a conversation with one of them. I think they really hate us for some reason.” he said with eyes met yours.
You bit your bottom lip but then Kai added, “But we will do our vey best just to prove them that we’re worth to be an idol for them or to everyone.” he said as he gave you a smile.
You started to play with your fingers but eyes were still glued to them. “At first I thought, it’s hard to have an anti-fans but I think it’s pretty challenging for us to prove our talents to everyone. Now, we’re doing our best just to prove our talents were real and different to the other groups in kpop industry.” D.O. spoke.
“And, we actually prepared a song for our anti-fans.” Sehun said that made you gasped in surprise. “Woah! Let us hear it then.” the host said, amused.
EXO-K cleared their throats before started singing the korean version of their song ‘Into Your World’ LIVE. To be honest, this is the first time your herd them sing LIVE. Their voice were like one. They sing it not just they wanted to but they sing it willingly from their hearts.
As the song ended, Suho spoke. “That song is for our anti-fans especially the one we knew and you know who you are. We sing that song because we want to tell you that we’re always here waiting for you yo enter our world. Everyone are welcome to enter our world whether you’re a fan or even an anti-fan. We will accept you whoever you are and wherever you came from.” with that said, a tear rolled down to your cheek. You become emotional not because of their meaningful song but because of Suho’s warm speech.
The crowd become emotional and clapped for EXO-K’s meaningful song and speech. With that, the interview ended and EXO-K exited the stage.
CHAPTER 43
“Their words hit you, aren’t you?” You suddenly startled by the sudden voice. You turned to yours side and saw Lee Sooman appeared from nowhere, he was standing there while looking towards the stage.
“What are you saying?” you asked, pretending you didn’t get what he wanted to pointed out. Sooman turned to you, “Your eyes explains it all.” he simply replied.
You immediately run your hands up to your eyes and felt a wet thing at the corner of it. You looked away, speechless.
Sooman smiled, “Once you entered their world, you can’t escape anymore. You’re their fan on the first place and you’re still their fan until now.” he simply spit out.
You turned back to face him again, “Who said that I’m their fan before?” you asked. Sooman shrugged, “Having a talkative bestfriend is worth it.” he said.
You frowned, *Aish! Yoon Baekhee, I’ll kill you when I see you..* you bitterly thought as you remembered how talkative your bestfriend is.
“Don’t be mad at her. She’s just worried about you.” Sooman snapped. “Mwo?” you asked, confused. “Your bestfriends knows that you’re still a fan of EXO yet you still deny it. Like I said, you eyes explains it all. Teenager stage is quite short so you better enjoy it by adoring your idols.” he stated.
There was pause until you let out a sigh, “I guess you’re right.” you mumbled but loud enough for Sooman to heard it. Sooman smiled, “Now, go to them. They need your there now.” he gestured. You nodded and with a bowed, you left and headed to EXO-K’s dressing room.
Sooman watched you walked away, *You’re starting to warm now, Ms. Shim. I’m glad you realize what you really are to them, a fan.* he thought with a smile.
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Just when you open the door, EXO-K turned to your way. They were silent. No one dare to open a topic nor have a talk with you. You walked over to them then flushed a warm smile, “Yah! What’s with the air. The performance was daebak! Cheer up guys!” you said.
EXO-K was stunned by your sudden changed of mood. They just stared at you, totally surprised. “I like the performance so far especially the song part for the anti-fans.” you stated, earning a shocked expression from them.
You frowned, “Yah! Come on, let’s go back home. You guys must already tired now. You guys need some rest. Kaja!” you said and started to walk but Kai held you back that made you stopped.
“You like our performance especially the song for the anti-fans? Aren’t you one of them?” he asked. You slowly turned to them, “Who says I am?” with that said, you pushed Kai’s hand aside and continied to walked, leaving EXO-K dumbfounded.
You stopped halfway when you realized that they weren’t following you. You turned back to face them and frowned, “Aren’t you guys coming?” you called. EXO-K glance at each before breaking into a wide smile. “Ne, coming!” the shouted back in unison then follpwed you. With a playful smile, you exited the dressing room.
EXO-K was already understand what you had said earlier so they didn’t bother to ask you anymore. All of you hopped inside the van as you sat beside the window and Suho next to you.
Your eyelids started to dropped as you lean your head on the window glass. Suho got noticed it as he carefully reach your head and gently laid it to his shoulder, “There..” he whispered.
You looked up and smiled, “Gomawo Suho..” you whispered. “It’s oppa to you.” he said. You nodded, “Ne, gomawo Suho oppa..” you said. With that, Suho gave you a smile before you could fully close your eyes.
The van finally stopped, you felt someone shook you. You slowly open your eyes as Suho’s face greeted you. “We’re already here.” he said.
You straightened up and look around. The sight of EXO-K’s dorm and your house could be seen. With that, all you 7 went out from the van.
You waved goodbye to them and was about to walk away when you heard Baekhyun spoke, “Can you sleep over in our dorm tonight?” he carefully asked.
You titled your head and saw their pleading expression looking at you. “Please..” Chanyeol plee. “I’ll ask omma first.” you said. “We’ll go with you, noona.” Sehun said as the other nodded in agreement.
For some reason, you did miss Sehun calling you noona since Kai had stopped calling you like that. You couldn’t help but smiled then nodded.
With that, all of you headed to your house and ask your mom for permission. At first, your mom was surprised by it but then she agreed because EXO-K kept pleading on her.
Satisfied on your mom’s permission, you and EXO-K left the house and headed to their dorm.
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“Noona, sleep next to me!” Sehun called. The other members shot him a look. “No she’s sleeping next to me!” Kai snapped.
“Kids stop. Let Haewon decide where she wants to sleep.” Suho said. The others nodded in agreement. Then you heard Chanyeol whispered to you, “Between me and Baekhyun is the better place.” You looked at him then to Baekhyun who flushed you a wink.
You paused then said, “I’ll sleep in between Suho oppa and D.O.” you said. “OPPA?” EXO-K didn’t focus on where do you want to sleep but focused of you calling Suho an oppa.
You frowned, “Is there a problem for me calling him oppa? He’s older than me and act like brother to me so I think he deserves to be called like that.” you snapped as you position yourself at the middle. All of you decided to sleep on the living room so you all set the blankets on the floor to sleep all together.
D.O. happily laid next to you and so did Suho. The other pouted but then laid on the blanket also. Kai next to Suho as Sehun next to Kai. Then BaekYeol next to Suho.
“So, I think you’re our fan now..” D.O. stated. “Ne, I guess.” you said as a smile playfully appeared on your lips. EXO-K beamed happily as you finally admitted you, being their fan.
“Umm..” you started, “Can you guys sing the song ‘Into Your World’ again before we sleep?” you asked.
“Sure..” with that said, EXO-K started the song. For the second time, you fall asleep after hearing that song again. First is when you slept with EXO-M together, they sing the chinese version and now, EXO-K sing the korean version.
Soon enough, you drifted to sleep with a smile formed on your lips.
CHAPTER 44
It’s been already a month since the day you accepted the truth, yourself being officially fan of EXO. Day by day, you becoming closer and closer to them.
Sometimes, you went hanging out with EXO-K along with your bestfriend, Baekhee. She was very happy to know that you already accepted that you’re a fan of EXO and not an anti-fan.
One day, you received a phone call from Lee Sooman. “Yeoboseyo?” you answered. “Can you come here and have a talk with me?” he asked.
“Sure.” with that said, you hang up and left the house. You dragged your food on the way to SM Building.
As you reach it, you entered it and headed towards Sooman’s office. As you was walking you heard a familiar voice called you, “Haewon noona!”
You turned to one of the practice room and saw EXO-K running to you. Sehun was the one who called you. “Oh.. Already finish practicing?” you asked with a smile.
They shook their heads. You frowned, “Then go and continued.” you gestured them. “You’re not here to visit us?” Baekhyun asked.
“Mr. Lee Sooman called me to meet him. He have something to discuss with me. I’ll be right back after I talk with him. Is that okay?” you asked. Finally, they smiled in satisfaction then nodded.
With that, you walked away as EXO-K went back to their practice room and closed the door so no one could disturb them.
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“Please take a seat Ms. Shim.” Sooman said as you entered his office. “So.. Why did you call all of a sudden?” you trailed off.
Sooman straightened up and looked at you with serious face. “If I’m not misaken, you’re close to EXO-K now, am I right?” he asked. You paused then nodded, “Umm.. Yeah, you can say that.”
Sooman smiled, “I’m glad you realized now.” he said. You gave him a confused look, “You were saying?”
“What I’m trying to say is, I’m glad you realized what is EXO to you and who you are to them. You’re a fan.” he stated. You smiled then nodded, “Thanks for making me realize it.” you said.
Sooman stared at you in surprised. You frowned, “You did it on purpose, don’t you? You hired me as their personal assistant to make realize that I’m a fan and not an anti-fan, right?” you snapped. Sooman chuckled, “You just realized it now?”
You rolled your eyes but then smiled, “Well.. Still thanks though..” you said. Sooman smiled and nodded, “No problem..”
“Umm.. By the way, is this what you wanted to say to me that’s why you called?” you snapped. Sooman simply shook his head. You frowned, “Then why?” you asked.
“I called you because I want to ask you something.” he stated. “Okay, so what is it?” you asked. “Since you already realize what you really are, I want to ask you if you still wante to be EXO’s personal assistant or not?” he asked.
Without a second thought, you answered. “Of course, I wanted to.” Sooman replied, “Good. Because EXO will be having their 2nd Showcase tomorrow and I need your help.” he said.
“2nd showcase? You mean all the 12 of them in one?” you asked. Sooman nodded, “Bingo!”
“Isn’t EXO-M is in China right now?” you asked. Sooman shook his head, “No, not anymore. Actually, they’re already in their way going here. They will be here anytime soon.” he stated.
“They’re back?!” you gasped. Sooman nodded. “Is EXO-K knows about this?” you asked. Sooman shook his head, “Not yet.”
“Can I go and tell them the good news?” you asked. “No, I want you to surprise them.” Sooman snapped. You frowned. “Just wait until EXO-M arrived. I will let you bring them to EXO-K by your own.” he said.
You smiled on that idea and nodded. Just then, the door burst open amd revealed EXO-M. Your eyes rounded upon seeing the faces that you have miss in a month.
You stood up and give them a warm smile, “Welcome back!” you greeted. Without any hesitation, EXO-M walked to you. Luhan was the first one who give you a hug, “Did you miss us? Cause we miss you a lot.” he whispered.
You smiled between the hug and looked up at EXO-M behind Luhan. You patted Luhan’s back, “Of course I did.” you replied. Luhan broke the hug and smiled at you as you smiled back.
Then Xiumin stepped forward and give you a hug, “I miss you, our fan.” he whispered. You chuckled, “I miss you too Baozi.” you whispered back, earning a laugh from Luhan. He broke the hug and give Luhan a glare. Luham stucked his tongue out.
Xiumin ignored him then face you, “Be thankful I miss you a lot, if not I scold you. Don’t call like that.” he pouted. You giggled, “But it fits you.” you said.
For the second time, Luhan burst into laughter along with the other members and even Lee Sooman.
Xiumin pouted even more. “Aigoo! Don’t laugh at him guys.” you snapped that earned a smile from Xiumin.
Then next who hug you is Chen. “It’s been only a month but it feels like forever that we didn’t see each other.” he whispered.
You chuckled, “Yeah.. But now, we see each other again.” you whispered back. Chen smiled then released you. Next is Lay. “Now that I’m here. I want to talk to you more.” he stated. You smiled and nodded, “Okay. We’ll do that.” you replied.
Next to him is Kris. “Aigoo! You’re so tall.” you commented, having a hard time to hug him back. Kris chuckled then bent down. You smiled and hugged him back, “Good boy!” you said, patted his back.
Kris chuckled once again, “I miss you, I miss your annoyed face the most.” he said. You broke the hug and guve him a glare. Kris chuckled for the third time, “I like that face.” he stated.
You rolled your eyes but then smiled, “Thanks.” Kris shook his head, amused.
And the last person, Tao. He hugged you very tight as if there’s no tomorrow. Just then, you heard him sobs and then you realized that Tao was already crying.
You gently patted his back, “Aigoo! I can’t believe you’re still the crying baby. You’re already bavk so stop crying now before my tears also explode.” you said.
Tao chuckled, “Mian. I just miss you and me, being here in Korea.” he stated. You broke the hug, “Ara. I also know you miss EXO-K a lot.” you said as you wiped his tears.
Sooman watched all of you, touched. “Ms. Shim, go and bring them to EXO-K for a surprise.” he beamed. You turned to him and nodded. With that, all of you exited the office.
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You carefully open EXO-K’s practice room that made them stopped halfway on their practice. “Haewon-ah! You’re finally back.” Chanyeol beamed in happiness as the others give you a warm smile.
You smiled back, “Yeah, I’m back and I have a surprise for you guys.” you beamed. Their eyes rounded, “Really?” they excitedly asked.
You smiled then turned to you back, giving EXO-M a hint. You open the door widely as EXO-M went inside.
“Omo! EXO-M is back!” D.O. gasped in surprised. Without a second, they all hug each other happily.
Again, Tao burst into tears upon seeing their half, EXO-K. You smiled at the scenery in front of you. It felt good to see them reunite again.
That day, you went out to eat with EXO and on the night, you sleep over at their dorm, not wanting to missed a chance to sleep with all of them together.
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