2009

“Let’s all say hello to the new trainee everyone.”

Seulgi turns her head, and follows the voice she just heard. The manager is pouting at a girl, a new one according to his words. She can’t hide her surprise because nobody told them that someone new was coming.

Soon after there is a wave of hellos and whispers.

‘She’s so pretty.’

‘She looks cold.’

‘I don’t feel her.’

Of course they have to gossip, they can’t live without it.

Seulgi looks at the girl and sees that the latter seems to be analyzing the others, not letting herself get intimidated. Their eyes meet and Seulgi is quick to look at another person.

“Hello everyone, I’m Irene.” she calmly says.

“As she said, she’s Irene. She will train with all of you from now on.” the manager continues with a nonchalant voice. “Please be nice with her.”

They all nod. “Perfect, let’s start the lesson now.”

During the dance class, Seulgi tries to rate the girl’s skills. She’s not judging or anything, it’s just that she’s curious.

The girl is moving graciously, executing every move with perfection. That’s a ten out of ten for her. She might be in the top five of the best dancers in this group. That new trainee is sure a good one. She can wait to hear her sing.

As soon as the class ends, everyone leaves. Except Seulgi. She lies down on the floor being exhausted. She deserves a few minutes bre