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Book 2 – Chapter 37: The Girls Before the Dance

Seven hours.

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That was all that was left until the college dance.

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The dorm was unusually calm.

No rushing.

No panic.

Just four friends sitting together before the biggest night of the year.

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The Girls’ Room

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Jennie sat on the floor checking her DJ playlist one last time.

Her short dark bob was slightly messy, and she wore a comfortable black hoodie, loose jeans, and sneakers.

Even when relaxing…

She still looked like the campus DJ queen.

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Lisa sat on the bed beside her.

Her Oreo-inspired haircut — mostly black with white strands throughout — was tied back casually.

She wore a cozy sweatshirt and jeans.

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Jisoo was fixing her hair in the mirror.

Her long blonde hair with lavender-pink tips was styled beautifully.

She wore a soft sweater and a skirt, already looking elegant.

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Rosé sat beside her, smiling.

Her short blonde Apatapate-inspired hair was styled naturally, and she wore a relaxed outfit while preparing her accessories.

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For a moment…

Everything felt peaceful.

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Then Rosé spoke.

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“So…”

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Everyone looked at her.

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“I have something to tell you.”

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Jennie immediately narrowed her eyes.

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“Why does that sound suspicious?”

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Rosé laughed.

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“I’m going to the dance with Han.”

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Silence.

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Then—

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Lisa smiled.

“Finally!”

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Jisoo laughed.

“You two were so obvious.”

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Rosé covered her face.

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“Were we?”

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Jennie looked at her.

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“Yes.”

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“How?”

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“You both looked at each other like you forgot other people existed.”

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Rosé laughed.

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“That’s… accurate.”

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Jennie’s Turn

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Lisa looked at Jennie.

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“Your turn.”

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Jennie blinked.

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“My turn for what?”

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“Who are you going with?”

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Jennie immediately looked away.

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“I don’t know what you’re talking about.”

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Everyone stared.

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Jennie sighed.

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“Fine.”

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A pause.

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“Felix.”

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Lisa smiled.

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“I knew it.”

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Jennie pointed.

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“Don’t.”

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“I’m not saying anything.”

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“Your face is saying enough.”

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Jisoo laughed.

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“You’re happy.”

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Jennie looked offended.

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“No.”

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Rosé smiled.

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“Your denial is getting weaker.”

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“Impossible.”

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Jisoo’s Secret

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Jennie looked at Jisoo.

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“What about you?”

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Jisoo smiled.

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“Hyunjin.”

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Lisa gasped.

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“Wait, really?”

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Jisoo laughed.

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“Yes.”

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Jennie smirked.

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“That explains why he was acting like he was in a movie.”

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Rosé laughed.

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“He practiced, didn’t he?”

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Jisoo nodded.

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“For a very long time.”

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Everyone laughed.

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Lisa’s Silence

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The room became quieter.

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Lisa smiled.

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“I’m happy for you guys.”

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But the others noticed.

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Jennie looked at her.

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“Lisa.”

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“I’m fine.”

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Jisoo tilted her head.

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“Are you sure?”

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Lisa looked down.

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For a second…

She didn’t answer.

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“I guess I just didn’t expect everyone to have plans.”

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The room softened.

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Rosé immediately moved closer.

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“Hey.”

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Lisa looked up.

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“You’re not left out.”

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Jisoo nodded.

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“Never.”

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Jennie put down her headphones.

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“You’re literally the person who keeps us all together.”

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Lisa smiled slightly.

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“That sounded almost nice coming from you.”

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Jennie rolled her eyes.

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“Don’t ruin it.”

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Everyone laughed.

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Lisa hugged them.

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Lisa’s Secret

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After a moment…

Lisa smiled.

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“Actually…”

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Everyone looked at her.

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“I do have someone to go with.”

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Jennie raised an eyebrow.

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“Excuse me?”

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Lisa grinned.

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“He’s a friend.”

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Rosé smiled.

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“Who?”

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Lisa shook her head.

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“Not telling.”

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Jisoo laughed.

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“Why?”

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“Because I want to surprise you.”

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Jennie smirked.

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“Suspicious.”

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“Very.”

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“But…”

Lisa smiled.

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“I’m excited.”

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Jennie nodded.

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“Good.”

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A pause.

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“And if he disappoints you…”

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Lisa laughed.

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“You’re going to roast him?”

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Jennie shrugged.

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“Obviously.”

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Everyone laughed.

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Seven hours later…

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Four girls would walk into the dance.

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Four different stories.

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Four different secrets.

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And one unforgettable night waiting for them.
Chapter 17 – The Festival Countdown

The school festival was only three days away.

And somehow…

Everything was becoming more chaotic.

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The biggest problem?

Everyone had discovered Jennie’s new blonde hair.

And they were not letting it go.

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Jennie walked through the school hallway.

Her blonde hair fell in soft waves around her face, looking completely different from her old black hair. She wore a black leather jacket over a graphic shirt, baggy cargo pants, black boots, and her silver headphones around her neck.

She was still Jennie.

Still confident.

Still impossible to embarrass.

At least…

That was what she thought.

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“BLONDE JENNIE!”

Han shouted from across the hallway.

Everyone turned.

Jennie stopped walking.

Slowly…

She looked at him.

“Do you want to survive today?”

Han froze.

His messy brown hair stuck up, and he wore his oversized green hoodie, black jeans, and white sneakers.

“I was just appreciating the new look.”

“You were yelling.”

“Appreciating loudly.”

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Lisa laughed.

Her ash-blonde hair with bangs framed her face, and she wore her black bomber jacket, cargo pants, and colorful sneakers.

“I think Han likes the new hair more than you do.”

Han nodded.

“It’s iconic.”

Jennie rolled her eyes.

“You all are dramatic.”

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Rosé smiled.

Her lavender hair fell over her oversized cardigan. She wore ripped jeans and white boots.

“You’re secretly happy everyone likes it.”

“No.”

“Yes.”

“No.”

“Your face says yes.”

Jennie immediately covered her expression.

Everyone laughed.

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Then Felix walked in.

His soft black hair was slightly messy, and he wore his black varsity jacket, white T-shirt, athletic pants, and basketball sneakers.

He stopped when he saw Jennie.

Not because he hadn’t seen the blonde hair before.

But because every time he saw it…

It surprised him.

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Jennie noticed.

“What?”

Felix blinked.

“Nothing.”

“You stared.”

“I did not.”

“You did.”

Han whispered:

“He definitely did.”

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Felix ignored him.

“It just looks different.”

Jennie crossed her arms.

“Is that good or bad?”

Felix thought.

“Good.”

A small smile appeared.

“Really good.”

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The hallway immediately exploded.

Lisa covered her mouth.

Rosé laughed.

Han looked shocked.

“He said it again.”

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Jennie looked at Felix.

“You know…”

“What?”

“You’re getting suspiciously nice.”

Felix smiled.

“Maybe you’re getting used to it.”

She opened her mouth.

Then closed it.

Because she had no comeback.

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Later that day…

The festival team met in the gym.

The stage lights were being tested.

The music equipment was being set up.

And Jennie and Felix were in charge.

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Felix practiced his basketball performance.

Jennie worked on the music.

The two of them somehow worked perfectly together.

Which annoyed them both.

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Felix looked over.

“You’re good at this.”

Jennie glanced up.

“At what?”

“Making everything come together.”

She shrugged.

“It’s what I do.”

“No.”

He shook his head.

“It’s more than that.”

Jennie paused.

Because Felix wasn’t joking.

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Before she could respond…

The speakers suddenly blasted music.

Everyone jumped.

Han covered his ears.

“JENNIE!”

“What?”

“You almost destroyed my hearing.”

“You’re welcome.”

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Felix laughed.

And Jennie smiled.

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From across the gym…

Lisa watched them.

“They’re getting worse.”

Rosé nodded.

“Definitely.”

Jisoo smiled.

“But in a good way.”

Hyunjin placed a hand over his heart.

“The festival will reveal everything.”

Han sighed.

“It’s literally just a school event.”

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But none of them knew…

The festival wasn’t just going to be about music.

Or basketball.

Or performances.

Because something was about to happen…

That would change the way everyone saw Jennie and Felix.
Characters:
* Alexander (Alex): 24, works in a garage. loved her very much. Black hair, dark eyes.
* Lucienne (Lucy): 20, owns a cafe. Cares about him very much. Blonde wavy hair, turquoise eyes.

They are married while Lucy is in the sixed month pregnant. 
It’s the afternoon and Alex is working in the garage without a shirt and a tattoo on his one arm on his motorcycle (Yamaha r1) while Lucy is in the kitchen in their house preparing lunch. But a woman named Sarah with a tight black skirt and black hair enters the garden and looks from the window into the kitchen where she sees Lucy. She works together with Alex in the company. She’s jealous of Lucy because she loves Alex too. So she asked Lucy where Alex is because she has some “things” to talk with him about the company 
It’s like a normal life 
Continue on your own 
More than six pages would be perfect
Chapter 29 – Battle of the DJs

Friday night.

The biggest student DJ competition of the year.

The prize?

A trophy.

Bragging rights.

And a chance to perform at the city’s annual youth music festival.

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The competition was being held at one of the city’s biggest music clubs.

Since it was a school-sponsored event for student performers, there were teachers, security, and families in attendance. The dance floor was packed, the lights flashed across the room, and a huge stage stood at the center with an impressive DJ booth.

The atmosphere was electric.

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Jennie stepped backstage.

Her blonde hair was styled in loose waves with a few silver clips catching the lights. She wore a black cropped leather jacket over a silver top, baggy black cargo pants, fingerless gloves, and black combat boots.

She looked calm.

At least on the outside.

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Felix found her adjusting her headphones.

His black hair was neatly styled, and he wore a black varsity jacket over a fitted black T-shirt, dark athletic pants, and white sneakers.

“Nervous?”

Jennie didn’t even look up.

“No.”

“Liar.”

“I’m professionally nervous.”

Felix laughed.

“I’ll allow that.”

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Han suddenly burst through the backstage curtain.

His messy brown hair looked even messier than usual. He wore a green hoodie under a denim jacket with black jeans.

“I HAVE NEWS!”

Jennie sighed.

“Is it good news?”

“No.”

“Then I don’t want it.”

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Lisa walked in behind him.

Her ash-blonde hair with bangs was perfectly curled. She wore a black jacket, silver cargo pants, and platform boots.

“The audience is huge.”

Rosé smiled.

Her lavender hair shimmered under the stage lights. She wore a lavender jacket, ripped jeans, and white boots.

“They’re already cheering.”

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Jisoo adjusted Jennie’s jacket.

Her red hair was tied into a sleek ponytail, and she wore a cream blazer, black pants, and ankle boots.

“You’ve practiced for this.”

“You’ve got it.”

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Hyunjin looked around dramatically.

His blond hair was perfectly styled, and he wore a black designer-style jacket with layered necklaces.

“The energy…”

Han interrupted.

“Can you stop narrating life for five minutes?”

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An announcer stepped onto the stage.

“Ladies and gentlemen…”

“Welcome to the Battle of the DJs!”

The crowd erupted.

Music blasted through the speakers.

Lights swept across the room.

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Contestants took turns performing.

Each one had ten minutes.

Each one received huge cheers.

Jennie watched quietly.

Felix stood beside her.

“You ready?”

She nodded once.

“As ready as I’ll ever be.”

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“And now…”

“Our final contestant…”

“JENNIE!”

The entire club cheered.

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Jennie walked onto the stage.

The lights dimmed.

She placed her headphones on.

Closed her eyes.

Pressed play.

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The first beat hit.

The crowd exploded.

Jennie mixed songs effortlessly, building the energy with every transition.

The dance floor filled in seconds.

Even the judges leaned forward.

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Backstage…

Han’s mouth dropped open.

“Okay…”

“I knew she was good.”

“I didn’t know she was THAT good.”

Lisa smiled proudly.

“Told you.”

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Felix couldn’t stop smiling.

He folded his arms.

“She’s incredible.”

Rosé looked at him.

“You’ve got the biggest smile in the room.”

Felix immediately looked away.

“I do not.”

“You absolutely do.”

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Jennie’s final transition hit.

The lights flashed.

The crowd clapped in rhythm.

By the end of her set…

The entire club was cheering her name.

“JENNIE!”

“JENNIE!”

“JENNIE!”

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She walked backstage, trying to stay cool.

“So…”

Han ran over.

“So?!”

“You nearly blew the roof off this place!”

Jennie laughed.

“Relax.”

“I will not relax!”

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Felix walked up.

“You were amazing.”

Jennie smiled.

“You’ve said that before.”

“I’ll probably say it again.”

She nudged his shoulder.

“Careful.”

“Why?”

“You keep giving me compliments.”

He grinned.

“I’m just telling the truth.”

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The announcer returned to the stage.

“The judges have made their decision.”

The room became silent.

“In third place…”

Cheers echoed.

“In second place…”

More applause.

Jennie squeezed her hands together.

Felix noticed.

Without saying anything…

He gently gave her hand a reassuring squeeze.

She looked at him.

He simply smiled.

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“And this year’s Battle of the DJs champion is…”

A dramatic pause.

“…JENNIE!”

The entire club erupted.

Han jumped so high he nearly knocked over a chair.

Lisa screamed.

Rosé hugged Jisoo.

Hyunjin dramatically fell to one knee.

“I KNEW IT!”

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Jennie stood frozen.

“Me?”

The announcer laughed.

“Yes, you.”

Felix gently nudged her.

“Go.”

“You won.”

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Jennie walked onto the stage.

The trophy was placed in her hands.

She looked out at the cheering crowd.

Then down at her friends.

Then at Felix.

He gave her a thumbs-up.

She smiled.

A real one.

The biggest smile anyone had seen from her.

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Han yelled from the front row,

“Speech!”

Jennie picked up the microphone.

“I only have one thing to say…”

The crowd waited.

She looked directly at Han.

“…You’re still annoying.”

The whole club burst into laughter.

Han placed a hand over his heart.

“I’ve never been so honored.”

Felix laughed harder than anyone else.

And somehow…

Winning the competition felt amazing.

But celebrating it with the people who had become her family…

Made it even better.
Book 2 – Chapter 16: No Second Chances Yet

The next morning…

The dorm was quieter than usual.

Not peaceful.

Just quiet.

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Jennie sat at her desk, working on her DJ setup.

Her short, cool dark bob haircut framed her face perfectly, giving her that sharp, confident look everyone on campus had started recognizing.

She wore a black oversized hoodie, ripped dark jeans, silver jewelry, and black boots.

Her headphones rested around her neck as she adjusted the beat.

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No crying.

No breaking down.

No showing weakness.

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Jennie was back.

The savage DJ queen.

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Lisa walked into the room carrying snacks.

Her Oreo-inspired haircut — mostly black with white strands mixed throughout — stood out as she placed the bags down. She wore a white hoodie, black cargo pants, and sneakers.

She looked at Jennie.

“You’re practicing again?”

Jennie didn’t look up.

“No.”

Lisa blinked.

“You’re literally holding headphones.”

Jennie adjusted the music.

“I’m emotionally practicing.”

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Lisa laughed.

“That doesn’t even make sense.”

Jennie shrugged.

“Neither do most people.”

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Lisa smiled.

There she was.

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A few minutes later, Jisoo and Rosé arrived.

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Jisoo walked in wearing a soft lavender sweater and jeans. Her long blonde hair with lavender-pink tips fell beautifully over her shoulders.

Rosé followed behind her wearing a denim jacket over a black top with relaxed jeans. Her short blonde hair inspired by her Apatapate look was styled effortlessly.

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Rosé looked at Jennie.

“Are you feeling better?”

Jennie paused.

A tiny bit.

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“Yeah.”

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Jisoo smiled.

“Actually answering honestly?”

Jennie looked at her.

“Don’t make this emotional.”

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Lisa laughed.

“That was basically a hug from Jennie.”

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Jennie rolled her eyes.

“Everyone here is dramatic.”

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Practice Room

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Later, everyone met for practice.

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Felix arrived with his blonde hair slightly messy, wearing a black jacket, gray shirt, jeans, and white sneakers.

Han walked beside him wearing a blue-and-black jacket and dark jeans. His black hair faded into blue at the bottom.

Hyunjin followed wearing a stylish black outfit, his hair styled with bold red tips.

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Jennie was already there.

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She didn’t look up.

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Felix walked closer.

“Jennie.”

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Nothing.

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He tried again.

“Can I talk to you?”

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Jennie slowly removed one headphone.

Looked at him.

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“No.”

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The room went silent.

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Felix blinked.

“Jennie…”

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She tilted her head.

“Did you suddenly forget what ‘no’ means?”

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Han looked away.

“Okay. Starting strong.”

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Felix sighed.

“I just want to explain.”

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Jennie laughed.

“Again?”

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“I’m not trying to bother you.”

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She looked him up and down.

“That’s funny.”

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“What?”

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“Because bothering people seems to be your hidden talent.”

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Han covered his laugh.

Hyunjin looked impressed.

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Felix frowned.

“I’m serious.”

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Jennie stepped closer.

“So am I.”

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A pause.

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“You already explained.”

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“I know.”

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“And I already listened.”

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Felix looked hopeful.

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Jennie immediately ruined it.

“Don’t look so excited. Listening doesn’t mean forgiving.”

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Silence.

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Felix looked hurt.

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“I never wanted to hurt you.”

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Jennie smiled coldly.

“Congratulations.”

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Felix frowned.

“For what?”

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“You managed to do it anyway.”

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That one hit.

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Han whispered:

“That was brutal.”

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Jennie turned.

“Did you say something?”

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Han immediately shook his head.

“No.”

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“Good choice.”

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Hyunjin crossed his arms.

“You really don’t hold back.”

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Jennie looked at him.

“And you really talk like you’re in a movie.”

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Hyunjin froze.

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Han laughed.

“She got you too.”

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Jennie put her headphones back on.

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Felix tried one more time.

“Jennie…”

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She stopped.

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“What?”

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“I miss how we used to be.”

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For one second…

A tiny crack appeared.

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Then Jennie closed it.

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“That’s unfortunate.”

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Felix looked down.

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“Because I don’t miss being hurt.”

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The room became quiet.

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She picked up her DJ controller.

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“Practice starts in five minutes.”

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Felix stood there.

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“Are we okay?”

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Jennie looked at him.

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“No.”

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A pause.

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“Not even close.”

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Then she walked away.

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Lisa watched her.

She knew Jennie was still angry.

But she also knew something else.

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Jennie wasn’t cold because she didn’t care.

She was cold because she cared too much.

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And Felix?

He was going to have to earn his way back.

Because the savage DJ queen wasn’t opening that door again so easily.
Chapter 3 – Detention… Together?

The next morning, the school was already loud.

Everyone was talking about the same thing.

Jennie and Felix.

The school’s coolest DJ and its basketball star had officially become the school’s funniest rivalry.

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Jennie walked through the hallway with her long black hair falling smoothly over her shoulders, styled with soft curtain bangs like her famous “Ice Cream” and “How You Like That” looks. She wore an oversized charcoal hoodie, loose black cargo pants with silver chains, and black-and-white high-top sneakers. Her silver headphones rested around her neck, ready for whenever inspiration hit.

She was the school’s legendary DJ.

And also the person most likely to destroy someone’s confidence with one sentence.

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Felix entered from the gym hallway, carrying his basketball.

His soft black hair was slightly messy from practice, falling naturally over his forehead. He wore a black-and-red varsity jacket over a white T-shirt, relaxed black athletic pants, and clean white basketball sneakers.

He was the captain of the basketball team.

Popular.

Talented.

And still confused why Jennie didn’t think he was impressive.

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Walking beside Felix was Han.

Han’s soft brown hair was slightly messy, with a few strands sticking up like he had rushed out of bed. His expressive eyes always gave away when he was about to make a joke. He wore an oversized dark green hoodie layered under a denim jacket, relaxed black jeans, and comfortable white sneakers. His backpack hung from one shoulder, usually filled with random snacks, notebooks, and things nobody understood why he carried.

Han was the school’s unofficial comedian.

He loved drama.

Especially when the drama involved Jennie and Felix arguing.

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Near the music room, Rosé adjusted her headphones.

Her long lavender hair fell in soft waves down her back. She wore an oversized lavender cardigan over a white T-shirt, ripped light-blue jeans, and chunky white boots. Her style was relaxed but artistic, matching her love for music.

She smiled when she saw Jennie.

“This is going to be interesting.”

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Lisa appeared beside her with a mischievous grin.

Her long ash-blonde hair with bangs framed her face perfectly. She wore an oversized black bomber jacket, a graphic T-shirt, baggy cargo pants, and colorful sneakers.

Lisa loved chaos.

And Jennie and Felix provided plenty.

“I give them five minutes before they fight.”

Rosé looked at her.

“Five?”

Lisa nodded.

“Okay. Three.”

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Jisoo walked toward class carrying her books.

Her long dark red hair was neatly styled, shining under the hallway lights. She wore a cream knit sweater, black pleated skirt with black tights, and polished ankle boots. A small necklace and simple earrings completed her elegant look.

She sighed.

“I already know today will be exhausting.”

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Leaning against a locker was Hyunjin.

His long blond hair was perfectly styled, making him look like he belonged in a fashion magazine. He wore an oversized cream sweater, black wide-leg trousers, layered silver necklaces, and clean designer sneakers.

He watched the hallway dramatically.

“The energy today…”

Everyone stared at him.

“What?”

Hyunjin shrugged.

“It feels like the beginning of a legendary rivalry.”

Han nodded.

“He’s not wrong.”

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Then the bell rang.

History class.

Everyone sat down.

Mr. Kim walked in carrying a stack of papers.

“Today, you will begin your group projects.”

The entire class groaned.

“Partners have already been chosen.”

Jennie immediately looked suspicious.

Felix looked nervous.

Mr. Kim smiled.

“Jennie and Felix.”

Silence.

“No.”

They both said it at the same time.

The class exploded.

Han slammed his notebook down.

“THEY AGREED ON SOMETHING!”

Lisa clapped.

“Historic moment.”

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After class, Felix walked over.

“So we have to work together.”

Jennie looked up.

“Unfortunately.”

“You make it sound painful.”

“It is.”

Felix crossed his arms.

“You’re impossible.”

Jennie smiled.

“And you’re predictable.”

“How?”

“Basketball. Practice. Basketball. More basketball.”

Felix pointed at her.

“You literally carry headphones everywhere.”

“Because I make music.”

“And I play basketball.”

“Exactly.”

Felix frowned.

“What does that mean?”

“It means I create something people remember.”

Han gasped.

“OH.”

Rosé covered her mouth trying not to laugh.

Felix shook his head.

“You’re lucky you’re funny.”

Jennie smiled.

“I know.”

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After school, they met in the library.

Felix opened the project instructions.

“We should actually work.”

Jennie nodded.

“Finally. A smart idea.”

Felix smiled.

“Was that a compliment?”

“No.”

“I knew it.”

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Ten minutes later…

Felix dropped his pencil.

Jennie looked at him.

“Already struggling?”

“I dropped a pencil.”

“Exactly.”

Han whispered from another table,

“She turned dropping a pencil into an insult.”

Lisa nodded.

“That’s talent.”

⸻

Then Felix accidentally knocked over his water bottle.

It rolled into Jennie’s backpack.

She opened it.

Everyone waited.

She pulled out…

A rubber chicken.

Felix stared.

“Why?”

Jennie looked serious.

“Emergency purposes.”

“What emergency requires a rubber chicken?”

“Any emergency.”

Han laughed so hard he almost fell out of his chair.

Jisoo shook her head.

“I don’t even want to know.”

Hyunjin smiled.

“Perfect. The rivalry has a mascot.”

Felix laughed.

And Jennie tried not to.

But for a second…

She smiled.

Only a second.

Nobody noticed.

Except Felix.