Exciting Experiences at the Showcase
This post captures a chaotic yet heartfelt series of days centered around multiple idol showcases, ticket lotteries, and nonstop travel across cities.
From freezing waits outside KBS Arena to unexpected wins, missed lists, emotional moments with friends, and small acts of kindness from idols, everything blended into an overwhelming experience.
Despite exhaustion, confusion, and constant movement, the memories formed through music, friendship, and persistence made it all feel worthwhile.
Showcase Wins, Anxiety, and Last-Minute Decisions
As March approached, enjoying unemployment benefits started to feel less relaxing and more stressful.
That anxiety peaked on the last day of the showcase lottery, leading to the purchase of extra tickets just in case.
Unexpectedly, the result was a win in one of the best seating areas.
Relief quickly replaced panic, at least for a moment.
A Meaningful Day at KBS Arena
Going all the way to KBS Arena felt surreal, but there was a reason.
It happened to be my dog’s birthday, and the comeback lined up perfectly with that day.
Singing a birthday song during the showcase made the moment feel unexpectedly personal.
Holding the ticket in my hand still felt unreal.
Cold Mornings and Endless Waiting
The schedule quickly became brutal.
After a late-night shabu-shabu dinner following a music show, the next morning started before sunrise.
Arriving in Deungchon-dong by first bus meant enduring freezing temperatures without even basic hand warmers.
The entrance delay stretched from the announced time to much later, leaving everyone exhausted and coughing.
It was another difficult showcase experience, but love for the group made it easier to endure.
Unexpected Entries and Relentless Travel
Amid the chaos, getting into Music Bank came as a surprise.
The schedule spiraled further with nonstop movement from Busan to Gwangju and back to Seoul.
Fatigue blurred everything together.
Even running into the group unexpectedly while heading out to eat felt unreal.
Friendships, Missed Lists, and Emotional Turns
Ticket issues continued with misunderstandings and missed names on entry lists.
Emotions ran high, leading to frustration, deleted accounts, and later relief when messages finally arrived.
Seating separations forced difficult choices.
Being in row four while a friend sat in row eight meant leaving someone behind.
Still, small kindnesses made the cold bearable.
Hand warmers from staff and thoughtful gestures helped lift the mood.
Being Seen, Remembered, and Cared For
During one showcase, my name was repeatedly called out.
Hearing it echo in the venue felt unreal and deeply touching.
Snacks, cake, and even iced tea were handed out with genuine care.
Those moments moved both me and my friend to tears.
It felt like being treated with warmth rather than obligation.
Exhaustion, Taxis, and Late-Night Reflection
By the end of the day, physical exhaustion took over.
Taxis became the only option, softened slightly by discount coupons.
Falling asleep almost instantly after getting home felt inevitable.
Even so, memories from the day lingered vividly.
Between missed alarms, rushed appointments, surprise kindness, and constant movement, the days blended into one long whirlwind.
Endless Events and Looking Ahead
More pop-ups, surprise expenses, and sudden travel plans kept piling up.
Even upcoming trips abroad began to feel unreal.
Despite missing some events, new applications and chances kept appearing.
If another opportunity comes through, there will definitely be another story to tell.
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