Chapter 16 - 데뷔 (DE-BWI)[Debut]

Today was the day of my debut stage, I would be debuting on Inkigayo on SBS. This is usually the debut stage for many idols, but now that I'm here for the first time it seemed weird. I was always someone in the crowd, and now I needed to be the one who performs on the stage, facing the camera. My manager told everyone to see to my outfit and makeup. She was giving me a pep talk, although I couldn't hear anything with my pounding ears and my microphone being tested. It was only a few minutes before I needed to perform in front of hundreds of people in the room...and thousands watching in home. Seven of them were watching from their dorm, promising to watch me and cheer me on spiritually. I took a deep breath as I looked at myself in the mirror, my manager standing next to me. I was wearing a long length red long-sleeved dress that dragged across the floor as I walked, but with a slit that showed my left leg. The plan was for me to sing the first verse, and as the beat dropped, signalling the first dance break two backup dancers would pull the long detachable skirt off, revealing the maintained long-sleeve red top and black shorts, black and red leg belts on both legs, and the black wedges I was wearing before. I wore a black silver designed belt on the waist of my shorts, multiple metal rings on each hand, and a plain black choker. My hair was put up in an elaborate updo, this would also be undone by the first dance segment, the slight wavy texture would roll down my back as I ran my hand through it and flirted with the camera. The plan wasn't too hard, but with what was on the line, it seemed so difficult. Just as I was led to the middle of the stage where the electronic doors would open up to reveal me, my manager said two words that made my mind clear up from the nervousness.

"Have fun!"

I smile slowly turned into a smirk as my name was called out. The audience screamed and chanted my name. I adjusted the mic that hung on the side of my face by my ear. I was notified by the company that I would be lip syncing for this stage, which made me a bit disappointed. But I couldn't complain, I just needed to pay attention and mouth the words. I would have been much harder for me to do that with a hand-held microphone. I faced away from the doors, a few people helped drape my dress around me and the music started. Loud cheers were heard as the door opened, and I was face to face with my shadow when the spotlight hit my back. I took a deep breath, and the lyrics started as I naturally mouthed the words.

Naneun geugeos-i oneun geos-eul

Gyeolko boji anh-assda,

Geugeos-eun gichacheoleom na-ege

Tagyeog-eul gahaessda

(I never saw it coming, it hit me like a train)

I turned around, slower than I usually do to keep my hair from falling apart. The slow pumps of my chest were highlight when both my hands thrusted forward forcefully. My arm shot up and slowly was brought down against my chest, as I looked at the camera somberly. The same arm was thrown to the side as I spun around with the beat, my dress following my movements as fluidly as water.

geudeul-i naleul boass-eul

ttae nun-i banjjag-yeossda

(The eyes sparkled as they looked upon me)

My hands went to my face, the cheers drowning out through my earpiece as I kneeled onto the ground. Instead of shooting up like I did at practices, I slowly rose up as the next verse came and went.

geu ttaebuteo nae

insaeng-i bakkwieossda.

(From then on my whole life changed)

I thrust myself forward with my chest, my hands moving just as fast they did in practice. My movements were sharp and lacked hesitation as I found the camera and sang to it as if it were a person. My face moved sharply to the left, and the cheering grew.

nae salang-eun seongjanghago seongjanghaessda.

(My love grew and grew)

nae mujoega nal-a gassda

(My innocence blew away)

nae salang-eun seongjanghago seongjanghaessda.

(My love grew and grew)

nae mujoega nal-a gassda

(My innocence blew away)

The ballad starts and I was spinning and dancing as if I wasn't wearing this tight dress at all. I moved across the stage effortlessly, the music slowly growing as my backup dancers arrived on stage. The music stopped for a moment, only for it to start back up when I smirked and winked at the camera. The skirt was pulled off me from behind, my internal outfit showing as the crowd squealed and screeched. I released my hair from it's hold and tossed the small object backstage. The lengthened music ended and the real chorus began as I started dancing like it was my final dance.

modu changed

(Everything changed)

johdeun nappeu deun

(For better or for worse)

modu changed

(Everything changed)

naneun sigan-eul doedollil su eobs-eossda

(I could not turn back time)

My hips shook as I whipped my hair, tidying it up with a swipe of my hand through my hair. My legs spun me around when I used my arms to touch the floor before rising straight up and lifting my left leg to turn me to the side. I used this as the opportunity to do an illusion move, making the crowd gasp in awe. I looked at the camera while biting my lip and bring both my hands to my chest after having them circle around.

naiga deul-eogam-e ttala

nun-i ttoggat-i yujidoeeossseubnida

(As I grew older, the eyes stayed the same)

wieseo naleul bomyeonseo,

yeojeonhi salang-ui

siseon-eulo naleul jikyeobogoissda

(Looking at me from above, still watching me with their loving gaze)

geuleona ildan naega

wilo boass-eul ttae,

naneun amugeosdo bonda

(But once I look up, I see nothing)

My sharp sudden contrasting movements were echoed by the backup dancers. The music's speed making everyone breathless, only having the scream when I sent hearts their way after creating an 'X' with my upper limbs.

nae salang-eun seongjanghago seongjanghaessda.

(My love grew and grew)

nae mujoega nal-a gassda

(My innocence blew away)

nae salang-eun seongjanghago seongjanghaessda.

(My love grew and grew)

nae mujoega nal-a gassda

(My innocence blew away)

My dance moves quickened, following the beat while I lip synced my own voice through my microphone. The audience watched and cheered when I went backward and did a backflip, landing safely on the ground regardless of the wedges on my feet. I did a front flip and gave the camera passing by a mischievous smile.

modu changed

(Everything changed)

johdeun nappeu deun

(For better or for worse)

modu changed

(Everything changed)

The sound of a grand piano played, replacing the fast beat, and the lighting changed to match the quick switch of moods. I looked right at the camera and mouthed my line.

naneun pogi haess-eo

(I gave up)

The loud bang echoed through the stage and my backup dancers reappeared from the ends of the stage, all wearing similar tight black outfits. I spin on my heel and grab my throat, while my opposite hands played with my leg straps. I flipped my hair, watching it glisten in the light while I did two powerful body rolls while looking at the camera. I did one more illusion move and moved my legs from left to right, my hands caressing my sides and hips, which were snapping left and right to the beat. I did a backflip, although I stayed in the form of a hand stand and spun around three times with one hand before flipping myself backward. I landed up my back before lifting myself up with my backup dancers doing the same on either side. The camera zoomed in and I winked, running my tongue over my lips with a teasing bite right after. I turned around.

nae salang-eun seongjanghago seongjanghaessda.

(My love grew and grew)

nae mujoega nal-a gassda

(My innocence blew away)

nae salang-eun seongjanghago seongjanghaessda.

(My love grew and grew)

nae mujoega nal-a gassda

(My innocence blew away)

modu changed

(Everything changed)

johdeun nappeu deun

(For better or for worse)

modu changed

(Everything changed)

naneun sigan-eul doedollil su eobs-eossda

(I could not turn back time)

And I walked away from the front of the stage, the lights turning off as I heard the roaring applause from the viewers. The lights turned on and I was brought up forward by the host, I didn't really recognize him so I played it cool and walked to the front with him. The clapping ceased as he calmed them down with his booming voice. My microphone was turned on and I smile at the crowd. This is was my cue to start talking and thanking everyone.

"Hello everyone! It's Roxi!"I greet, waving cutely at the sea of fans."Did you all enjoy the performance?"

They all screamed in reply, making me blush and smile."Thank you! I'd like to thank all of you for coming tonight, and for everyone watching at home, thank you for taking the time to watch my debut stage! I promise for even better performances from this day forward! Thank you!"

I make blow a kiss to the camera and the audience, waving farewell. Once I got backstage I fell to my knees and took in a deep breath, my performance taking a lot out of me. My manager ran over to me and asked if I was alright before hugging me and telling me I was flawless. I got myself ready for the interview and I walked over to the cameraman and media who were right outside my the curtains.

"What are you planning to do after this performance?!"

"Which stage will you go to first?"

"Who's your ideal type?!"

"What's your social media?"

"Tell us more about yourself!"

I answered most of their questions before it was time for me to go to the finale for the vote counts. Since my video was still new I wouldn't be able to participate until after tonight. I was still excited to see who would win. It was between Got7, Twice, and Gfriend. It was a win-win-win for JYP. I waved at Lim-unnie who was standing at the very opposite side of the stage and she waved back, flashing me a thumbs up and the votes were counted. Got7 won for the second week in a row. All the idols clapped and we all bowed to each other. Some even came up to me and greeted me as I went by.

"Good job rookie."

I looked up from my bow to see Jackson from Got7 bowing to me as I did the same to him,"You had an amazing performance too! Jackson right?"

He shook my hand and pat my back,"Yeah, well see you around Roxi."

We went our separate ways as I greeted everyone else from Got7, Twice, and Gfriend as well. All of them congratulating me on my debut stage with a heart-stopping smile and a warm greeting. By the time I was backstage I was grinning like an idiot, my manager led me out to my dressing room and I changed into casual clothing that was picked out for me which consisted of a pair of light blue skinny jeans, a black slightly see-through shirt that shows a black corset, and silver sparkling wedges. I walked out of the dressing room and was led through the front by body guards. Many media workers were waiting in the front, forcefully trying to get in front of one another and past the strong guards. I made it to the dark black mustang that was waiting for me at the front. The door shut and my driver dropped me off at my dorm.

'It's been awhile since I rode in a car.'

I walked into my floor, my muscles were tired from only one performance. Weight was suddenly put on my shoulder and I squeak, jumping to the left and swinging my arm. I wasn't paying attention and if it was a violent person, I wouldn't make the same mistake as day two. My wrist was caught and I was met with deep brown eyes and a cocky smile.

"Hoseok-oppa! Sorry I got startled!"I gasp, pulling my arm back to my side.

"Aw no worries, I shouldn't've been so quiet if I knew you could get scared easily."he teases."I just wanted to tell you, you're performance was great! I loved the choreography!"

"T-Thank you."I blush, accepting the praise I got from the older male."I really like your dancing too."

"Thanks! Maybe we can hangout and we can teach each other a few things."he proposes, patting my back and heading to his dorm with me by his side.

"That'd be so cool."I smile, nodding slightly."I'll be busy for the next week or so, but I'll be looking forward to it."

"K, just tell me when you're free."he responded, as we open up our doors in unison."Good night Roxi."

"Night Hoseok-oppa."