a hundred times better than pretending to be good

Description

Somewhere in the midst of preparing for a comeback, Ryujin notices a shift in Lia's demeanor. Chaeryeong seems convinced nothing is wrong, Yeji knows more but refuses to say anything, and Yuna seems to think that her innocent midnight snack break with Lia is doing more harm than good. It's frustrating enough trying to get Lia to stop smiling so sadly, but even more so when she's also discovering (and re-discovering) things about herself.

Or: Ryujin has a bi panic, Lia needs a hug, Chaeryeong knows Things, Yuna is fed up, and Yeji just wants everyone to be safe and happy.

Foreword

This is cross-posted on AO3.

The timeline in this fic is a little murky, but this is set before and during WANNABE era. I intend to finish this fic, as this is the kind of story that I've been wanting to write for a long time, one where discussions on self-esteem issues, body confidence, how much the internet can sometimes, and having a crush on a pretty girl and the subsequent uality crisis are explored. 

Comments are very much appreciated!

choiliasgf
Sorry for the long wait. With everything that's been going on, I feel the need take a mental health break. That being said, I hope you enjoy this new chapter! <3

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Mohsenchleka #1
Chapter 6: the way i keep coming back to this story hoping that a new chapter was updated...author-nim pls tell me you're planning on finishing this story it's too good!
Mohsenchleka #2
Chapter 6: hi!! hope ur doing well! not to rush u or anything but i've been reading ur story since last year and cannot wait for the next chapters its sooo good!!! hope u update soon :)
Stoberi7 #3
Chapter 6: Author-nim, I hope youre doing great and healthy and can continue the story because I love this berry berry much <3
BaekSulForever #4
update pleasee i really like this story
Trtr46
#5
Chapter 6: Damn can they please have some peace for at least a week... my anxiety said 📈📉📈📈📈📉📈📉📈 everytime I continue to another chapter but seriously tho I really am invested in this fic I really like it
normapathy #6
Chapter 6: Oh wow I love your writing style and skills. Hope for an update soon!
Twicedahmo1
#7
Chapter 6: i just stayed up until 5am reading this whole thing im so intrigued pls update soon!!!!!
ryujisu
#8
Chapter 6: D:
jinwhichjin
#9
Chapter 6: omg i suspected that it would happen but was still shocked when it actually did... i'm so scared for them now :<