The late afternoon sun bathes the city in a warm glow, reflecting blinding glints of light as the royal black car makes its way through the bustling streets of Seoul.

The sleek car pulls to an elegant halt and the six members of Blossom6 step out.

Adorned in matching blue jumpers and sporting designer sunglasses that mirror the golden hues of the city and the cameras’ flashing lights, the girls make their way toward FTG Entertainment headquarters. Flanked by their dedicated staff, their path is illuminated by the relentless flashes of cameras from photographers, capturing their every step as their entourage ushers them toward the entrance.

Their collective charisma commands respect as they approach the building. Their confident strides and dazzling smiles captivate the crowd, drawing attention from curious bystanders and fans who rush to capture moments of them on their smartphone cameras.

The rustle of whispers and murmurs follow them as they step inside, making their way to the elevator while a palpable sense of anticipation hangs in the air.

With a collective aura radiating glamour and stardom, the girls board the elevator.

The double doors open and as they strut out onto the long path toward the conference room, eyes and heads turn and conversations hush, employees pause in their tasks, turning to offer respectful nods and warm smiles of recognition.

The walls gleam with Blossom6’s numerous accolades, whispering tales of their success. The atmosphere is charged with reverence and admiration, a silent testament to their position as the company’s flagship group.

Upon reaching the room, a staff member swings open the door, and the girls enter, shedding their sunglasses to greet their management team. 

Mr. Park, the head of their management team, awaits them with a smile at the head of the table. His dark hair, receding slightly, frames a face that reflects his many years of experience. Despite his five-foot frame, he radiates authority as he stands to greet the girls.

As they exchange greetings, the girls acknowledge the rest of the team, including Emma, their Head Stylist, Ms. Lee, their Creative Director, Mr. Kim, their PR Manager, Ms. Chang, their Brand Manager, and their Financial Manager and Tour Manager.

The six beautiful girls of Blossom6 gracefully take their seats at the long table, joining their dedicated team. The room buzzes with the collective energy of anticipation.

Mr. Park, overseeing the gathering from the head of the table, clears his throat to silence the chatter, readying to guide the conversation.

“It’s good to see you girls in person after so long of only being able to work virtually for the past year due to your frequent travels,” Mr. Park says in English, slight wrinkles framing his eyes. “I hope you’ve had a good day to rest after your flight.”

The girls echo his sentiment, as Suji who has her long black hair styled in voluminous waves down her back, takes the lead to answer. “We have, thank you, Manager-Nim,” Suji says in her raspy tone, then she gestures around the table at the team, “and it’s very good to see you all in person as well.”

“Great. Before we delve into things, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all six of you for this remarkable year that we’ve had. I want to take a moment to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of each one of you girls and how far you all have come, especially within this last year,” Mr. Park continues, nodding in approval.

His gaze lands on Yoonah, whose long purple hair and bangs shine under the bright overhead light, and a smile plays on his thin lips. “Yoonah-sshi, our fashion trailblazer!”

The room claps and he continues, “A special recognition goes to you for your impressive renewal of the contract with GlanzSchön Atelier! Your mark on the fashion industry has been nothing short of phenomenal ever since your Mode cover last year. Very impressive work! Your partnerships with such esteemed brands have not only reflected your individual success but have also enhanced the image of Blossom6 as a whole. We’re immensely proud of your accomplishments.”

Yoonah’s cheeks redden as she lowers her head in a grateful bow. “Thank you, Mr. Park. It was a dream come true for me to work with GlanzSchön. As a child, they were an inspiration for my love of fashion and I’m so thankful that they gave me a lot of creative freedom during our collaboration. I can’t wait to work with them again next year.”

“Of course, of course!” Mr. Park now turns to Suji with a proud smile. “Suji-sshi, bravo on officially landing Harmony Starlight!”

Suji can hardly contain her excitement and joy knowing that this role will bring her career to new heights and legitimize her as an actress.

Later next year, she will start filming the drama Harmony Starlight, playing the role of Lee Ji-eun.

A role that she’s fought for ever since she read the script a year ago. The drama, which tells an impactful story about resilience, mental health, and the healing power of music, while driving a beautiful narrative and her character’s compelling journey, makes it a coveted project for any actress like Suji seeking to make a meaningful impact.

Which is why it was such a hard role for her to win, because so many high-profile actresses wanted the part while Suji, with her background in theatre, only had experience acting onstage.

The drama is also backed by the stellar Crescendo Entertainment Productions team, known for its commitment to high-quality storytelling, exceptional visual aesthetics, and a track record of producing successful and impactful dramas within the South Korean entertainment industry, and known for launching the careers of renowned writers and directors known for their ability to create gripping and visually stunning narratives.

The night she learned she nabbed the role, she and the girls celebrated that night - drinking champagne and laughing until their bellies ached - but now Suji holds herself still, holding in her cheesy smile, not wanting to let out a single sound that might disrupt Mr. Park’s praises of her achievements.

Mr. Park continues, “We know you fought hard for it, and your foray into acting is a testament to your versatility and the limitless potential of Blossom6. As we are soon to embark on the BLOOM tour, we eagerly anticipate the next chapter of your journey, set to unfold on the drama stage next year. Break a leg, our multifaceted star! You’ve made us very proud!” Mr. Park applauds Suji with the rest of the room following suit.

She feels a wave of relief wash over her knowing that her hard work was worth it. Suji bows her head, clasping her hands together, drinking in the room’s praises.

Mr. Park moves on to Lilly, Hana, and Wo-young, congratulating them as well and they each receive a similar reception for their record-breaking accomplishments.

The room fills with nods and hums of approval as Mr. Park continues, his eyes reflecting both the excitement of monetary success and the warmth of genuine pride as the spotlight now shifts to Eunji, who has recently secured a historic skincare deal with Hanluxe Beauty Group.

The groundbreaking deal secured by Eunji with the conglomerate is valued at an unprecedented $55 million. This substantial figure reflects not only Eunji’s star power but also Hanluxe’s recognition of the immense market impact she can bring to their brand.

“Now Eunji-sshi,” he pauses, taking it all in. “It goes without saying that you are brilliant on the dance floor, so all the awards and nominations you’ve received haven’t gone unnoticed, but I want to especially congratulate you on the historic agreement that buzzed all the headlines last week. Congratulations on securing the most groundbreaking skincare deal in history!”

The room fills with pounding applause and congratulatory chatter at Eunji.

As if on cue, the kitchen staff starts pouring in, holding trays of treats for the team, and placing them on the table in front of them. 

As they nibble on snacks and sip champagne, Mr. Park raises his glass in a toast to their success.

The air is thick with joy and celebration as they take a few minutes to bask in the glow of their achievements before they get down to business.