Part 1: A Dream from AfarChoi Minji had always dreamed of becoming a famous idol. Growing up in a small town, her days were spent singing in front of her bedroom mirror, imagining herself on stage in front of thousands of adoring fans. She never thought it would actually happen. But, against all odds, it did. At eighteen, she debuted as a member of the popular K-pop group "Aurora," and her dreams began to come true.Her fans, called "Lunaris," were dedicated, loyal, and loved them deeply. Minji enjoyed their support but often felt overwhelmed by the idea of how many people admired her. There was one fan who stood out to her, though. His name was Jinwoo, and though he wasn't the loudest in the crowd, his presence felt different.Jinwoo had been a fan of Aurora since their early days. He wasn’t like the others who would scream and cheer loudly; instead, he quietly supported them from a distance, always attending their concerts, keeping up with their schedules, and following their every move. To the casual observer, he was just another fan. But to Minji, Jinwoo felt different. He was there at every concert, and though he never made a scene, Minji noticed the way he would watch her—like she was the only one on stage.One evening, during a fan meeting event in Seoul, Minji stood in front of a long line of fans, smiling and signing autographs. When it was Jinwoo’s turn, she looked up, her heart suddenly racing. He was standing there, just like always, calm and collected, but this time, he handed her a small, neatly wrapped package."Minji-ssi, this is for you," Jinwoo said quietly, his voice low yet kind.She smiled, taking the package, surprised by the thoughtfulness of his gesture."Thank you, Jinwoo-ssi. I really appreciate it."His eyes met hers for a moment, and in that brief exchange, Minji felt a connection. She couldn’t explain it—just a fleeting but powerful feeling that maybe, just maybe, this fan was different.Jinwoo nodded, stepping aside after a brief moment, but his eyes lingered for a second too long. Minji couldn’t shake the feeling that there was more to this connection than the usual fan-idol dynamic. She tucked the small gift into her bag, promising herself she would open it later. As the event went on, her thoughts kept drifting back to Jinwoo, his soft smile, and the intensity of his gaze.When Minji finally found time to open the gift, she was surprised to find it wasn’t something flashy or expensive, like the many gifts she had received over the years. Inside the small box was a delicate silver necklace, shaped like a crescent moon. Attached to it was a note written in Jinwoo’s neat handwriting:"To Minji, a bright star who shines so brightly, may you never lose your way. From a fan who believes in you."Minji was touched. It was simple but meaningful, a token of admiration that felt sincere. As she stared at the necklace in her hands, she realized that maybe, just maybe, there was something special about this fan. Part 2: A Growing FriendshipDays turned into weeks, and Minji found herself thinking about Jinwoo more often. She didn’t know why—after all, she had thousands of fans who supported her in various ways, but there was something about him that lingered in her thoughts. She kept wearing the crescent moon necklace he had given her, feeling its warmth against her skin, a constant reminder of the fan who had become something more.During one of their promotional activities, Minji decided to do something she hadn’t done before—she reached out to Jinwoo. It wasn’t a public gesture, but rather a quiet, personal message through social media. She didn’t expect a response, but to her surprise, Jinwoo replied almost immediately."Minji-ssi, I didn’t expect to hear from you! How are you?"Minji smiled as she read his response. It felt like a small, private victory. They started to talk more often, about everything and nothing. Jinwoo shared his thoughts about the music industry, his love for Aurora’s songs, and his quiet life in Seoul. Minji, in turn, opened up about the pressures of being an idol, the loneliness that came with fame, and the difficulty of balancing her public persona with her private self.The conversations became deeper over time. What began as casual exchanges grew into something more meaningful. Jinwoo wasn’t like the other fans who saw her only as an idol. He saw her as a person—a woman trying to navigate the complicated world of fame, identity, and personal desire.One evening, after a long day of rehearsals, Minji found herself messaging Jinwoo late at night. She had just finished a difficult practice and was feeling exhausted."I’m so tired," she typed, her fingers hovering over the keyboard. "Sometimes, I wonder if it's all worth it."She hesitated for a moment before hitting send, unsure if she should be confiding