A Rose Between Thorns

Chapter 36: Preparation

AHHH THIS CHAPTER GOES UP ON BTS' ANNIVERSARY! Happy 7th Birthday to the wonderful Bangtan Boys, you've done so many amazing things and I can't wait to see how much you will continue to grow in the coming years. ARMY LOVES YOU!

The day of our comeback show has finally arrived. I can feel the nerves finally settling in as we stand waiting to start our on stage rehearsal. Hoseok and Jin are both constantly trying to hype me up and comfort me so I'm not so nervous, but I don't think it's helping too much.

I give Namjoon a look of help me please as Hobi goes into what looks like a little cheerleader routine beside me. Our leader just grimaces when he sees the ball of sunshine, mouthing 'sorry' before the manager calls for us on stage along with the stage crew.

"Alrighty, I'm going to go over everything again, as well as things to expect for the sake of Miss Lee," Our manager starts, nodding to me. "You already know the order of the songs, Miss Lee will have about five or so minutes to quickly change between sets. You boys will change during her solo for 'Spring Day', but that's all. If she needs extra time, or if something comes up, we will contact the stage crew to have some film ready to play in the meantime."

"Remember that your safety comes first. If you do not feel well on stage, finish the song and then let somebody know. We don't want anyone fainting on stage." She narrows her eyes at me, and I feel slightly offended.

I took as much rest as I could beforehand, while trying not to get smothered by Hoseok. The boys found out that we bonded after our VLive, because Hobi's marking is not that easily hidden. The other members congratulated us, inquiring on how it happened while Jimin and Jungkook remained sulking in the corner. Though the latter two continue to tease us, saying 'are you sure nothing else happened?' with winks and shit.

Meanwhile I'm sitting here like oh my fucking god please just kill me now.

"That being said, even coming off stage and on, while interacting with the audience you must take extra caution. You never know what the fans will do. There is often stuff being thrown on stage, and I want one of you by Miss Lee's side when coming off and on stage from the front."

The stage is in a huge stadium, and we plan to walk around while speaking to the audience during the show. "We don't want any wandering hands, our security can only do so much. Everyone will be walking in pairs, and a member of security will follow close behind to make sure no issues arise."

"There are a couple of visual aspects we need to practice today, especially for 'Spring Day'. So let's get started with rehearsal," The manager finishes, and Namjoon walks over to me with a small smile. He takes my hand and practically pulls me along, causing me to squeak in surprise as Hoseok is quickly left with the rest of the guys.

"Before we start, I should show you where everything is. Hoseok knows I was going to give you a tour of the venue anyways, so don't worry about him or Jin," Namjoon says, noticing my confused expression. I nod as he leads me towards the make up rooms, where I'll be getting my hair and make up done.

Then he shows me where the changing room is, which apparently I'll be sharing with the guys since none of us are changing at the same time. When I do my solo they'll change first, so by the time I'm done I'll have my privacy. Honestly, thank fucking god because I'm not sure how comfortable I'd be undressing in a room with grown men, even if they are my soulmates.

Not gonna cross that bridge yet, nope!

Namjoon explains that after today's rehearsal, we will have about an hour or so to relax before we need to get ready. I'll have to change earlier because my hair and make up will take a bit longer, thankfully most of my outfits don't need to be slipped over my head, just stepped into and zipped up. Eventually we are called to the lounge room, where we are going to meet before and after performances.