Chapter 887: You’ve waited a long time, haven’t you? (16)

There are days like that.

Days when nothing anyone says can ruin your mood.

Days when you pass an important exam, get a job, or something good happens in your family.

"Hehe!"

For similar reasons, Souffle were in a great mood today.

‘Manager Kim is barking again today. Ah yes, yes~ got it~’

‘This restaurant owner is so rude. Mm, yeah. That happens. I just won’t come back~’

‘Oh, I stepped on gum. Hehe~’

No matter what anyone said, nothing could ruin their mood today.

NewBlack is making a comeback!

When your favorite is coming back, who cares if your boss is being annoying?

Every day felt fresh and [N O V E L I G H T] exciting.

People around them even asked if something good had happened lately, because they looked so bright.

On the outside, they smiled and said, “Nothing much~,” but inside, they were bursting.

‘That’s right. Korea’s top artists, NewBlack, are preparing for a comeback and a concert. Three days at the main stadium—140,000 people! And this album has a special concept...’

It felt like climbing to the top of a mountain and shouting, “Hey! You barking—no, wait. NewBlack is coming back!”

"Hmm-hmm-hmm~♪"

After happily finishing lunch, sipping coffee or brushing their teeth—

That was when they checked their phones.

"Hm?"

A post had appeared on their favorite community’s trending page.

[Stadium sighting) NewBlack’s new album hair?]

“Ah, they got spotted again!”

Souffle clicked the post.

‘What color did they dye it this time? Since it’s Midnight Sun... silver? White? Or just black?’

No matter what, they always looked good.

But what greeted them was dark brown hair.

That part was fine.

‘Maybe they didn’t dye it for concept reasons.’

That was understandable.

But the problem was—

‘...What is that CEO hairstyle?’

In the photo, NewBlack were looking around outside the stadium.

Their faces were the same, smiling brightly—but their hairstyles were... oddly old-fashioned.

No—

Not just old-fashioned...

‘Why do they look middle-aged...?’

They were still handsome.

But that corporate executive hairstyle... what was that?

At first, no one thought much of it.

But then it connected to the comeback—

“....”

“....”

Souffle froze mid-toothbrushing.

"Spit."

They spat out the foam and immediately started typing comments.

wtf

this is an old photo right??? tell me it’s old

Lemon what is going on

is this a retro concept?? 70s??

they’re coming back like THAT????

maybe Gyuho’s brain was in his hair??

??????? x100

I laughed at others but our house is on fire now

Chaos erupted.

‘What is this?’

Was it a retro concept?

No.

No matter what—

That was not acceptable.

Souffle started tapping their phones frantically.

‘I’m sweating...’

Cold sweat dripped down.

Was this really the comeback look? Did they mess up April Fool’s?

All kinds of thoughts raced.

But fortunately—

Within 30 minutes, the situation was resolved.

[It’s wigs]

Proof was simple.

(A photo of CEO Park Gyuho wearing the same wig)

‘...Wigs.’

That explained everything.

Idols sometimes wore wigs to hide hair colors before comebacks.

"Ha..."

Souffle wiped their foreheads.

‘That was the longest 30 minutes of my life.’

Like suffering in hell, only to be sent back to heaven due to an “administrative error.”

Peace returned.

sorry Gyuho

our cute Gyuho

sorry for saying your brain was your hair

They laughed.

‘Even when they wear wigs, they choose weird ones...’

Then another post went viral.

[Even with this, Sun Wooju is still handsome]

While the others were “nerfed” by the wigs—

The eldest was completely unaffected.

the wig: this isn’t right

he looks like a classic movie actor lol

only his face stands out

Fans realized it again.

‘Wooju is seriously handsome.’

The next day—

The wigs changed.

[Today’s NewBlack wigs]

This time, colorful clown wigs.

Souffle widened their eyes.

‘They’re enjoying this...!’

Born entertainers, clearly having fun.

Meanwhile—

The wig photos caused an unexpected ripple effect.

Phones rang endlessly at Lemon Entertainment.

"Yes... the wig company?"

People kept asking where they got them.

Eventually, the company was identified.

And suddenly—

Orders flooded in.

The shop owner stared blankly.

“...What is this windfall...?”

A year’s worth of orders filled instantly.

As teaser photos and trailers were released—

We focused on concert preparations.

This time, the first stage of Midnight Sun would be revealed at the concert.

So we visited the stadium daily.

"It’s raining."

Mid-April.

Walking in raincoats, discussing plans.

"If it rains, are we prepared?"

"Yes. As long as it’s not severe weather, we proceed."

"Then we perform."

Biju said,

"Rain could make it romantic."

"Really?"

"Rain stages sometimes become legendary."

"Oooh..."

Tempting.

Rain, sweat, emotional fans...

Ri Hyuk clicked his tongue.

"Don’t plan for that. Fans don’t like it when it’s intentional."

"True."

I put an arm around Junghyun.

"Weather’s fine. Junghyun can handle it."

"Right. We trust you."

Junghyun smiled proudly.

Meanwhile, Ri Hyuk checked his phone.

"For older audience members, we should consider safety."

"Of course."

There was so much to prepare.

Sound, stage movement, outfits, effects—

And then—

"Ready."

The main highlight began.

Drones.

We sat in the audience.

"Start."

Lights flickered—

Then dozens of drones rose.

"Woooow..."

They floated like stars.

Like the Olympic ceremony.

My heart pounded.

CEO Park Gyuho smiled.

"At that cost, it better be good."

"We’ll work harder."

He chuckled softly, almost like chanting.

“...Three shows... one billion...”

"...Sir?"

“Ahahaha...”

We should really work harder.

Later, everyone shared feedback.

Then—

"Wow..."

Jiho looked emotional.

"It’s amazing?"

"Hyung... from the third floor..."

"Yeah?"

"I couldn’t see anything."

"...?"

"There’s a roof. I saw nothing."

"Hahahaha!"

We burst out laughing.

Still—

We called the director.

"We’ll fix the visibility."

The comeback was close.

We were preparing to give Souffle the best experience.

The past two weeks had been bliss.

"This is what being a fan feels like."

Villain concept.

Black outfits, city chaos.

"It’s going to be a hit."

Even short teaser clips proved it.

Lab coats, motorcycles, explosions—

"Release it already!"

And finally—

Comeback day.

Monday, 6 PM.

Fans waited nervously.

‘Finally...’

Even while waiting, they argued online.

"Why Monday comeback?"

But Souffle just shrugged.

‘Because it’s a Korean song.’

Refresh. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚

Refresh.

Top chart:

#1 Kim Hajae – Hangover

#2 Survival track

#3 Survival track

#4 Cha Woohyun OST

‘Soon...’

5:58 PM.

Heartbeats synced with the clock.

Then—

[06:00]

NewBlack – Midnight Sun

They had finally returned.