#📨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬

[st4rdom-if]

For ST4RDOM and KMonarchs and also Gracie Liu what was your memorable experience in the training program? Thank you for answering!^^

Q: ST4RDOM, KMonarchs, AND Gracie, what was your memorable experience in the training program?

Everyone goes quiet.

Gracie: For me, it was horrible. Every aspect of it.

Interviewer: Oh...so you did not have any good experiences?

Gracie: Not really. I guess one of the good things is that I made some friends. There is this girl that I befriended and we still talk to each other. She left INDIGO once her contract was finished, and we ended up reconnecting when she contacted me online.

Interviewer: Well, that could be a good experience!

Gracie: But, I mean, seeing other girls get into bands when I have been there longer was heartbreaking, you know? Like I had been training to be an idol since I was three, so...and the program is pretty rigorous. You can lose your sense of self and it can be hard being away from family.

Nari: I second the family. I contacted them during the program the entire time, and I have to say that was one of the things I hated about being a trainee. But making some friends, like my karaoke buddy, and making some good memories together, is really one of the things I can take from it.

Vi: Yeah, I think I would have gone insane if I was not familiar with anyone and we all acted like enemies, you know? That would not have been a friendly atmosphere.

Sofie: And having a support system is super important when you are in the entertainment industry like us. I am especially glad that I am close with the rest of ST4RDOM, since otherwise we would not have a good dynamic.

The three girls smile at each other, and the members of KMonarchs take this as the sign to step in.

Seungho: I think they all said it perfectly. Though I will add I cannot say I had good memories with any girlfriends, since we were not allowed to date.

Mingyu: We were not allowed to talk to each other.

Seungho: Yeah, but I guess hanging out with my friends was nice. Any free time in general and talking was just a blessing to have. And I did know Alex and Jaehyun, so any time with them is a good time. Unless I hang out with Alex alone; then it's boring because he's no fun.

Alex: You aren't my friend anymore.

Seungho: I'm one of your only friends.

Alex: You—

Interviewer: OKAY, I think that's enough. Please, the rest of you, do you have anything else to share that is not about making friends?

PK: One final thing I will add is that if any of us were slacking off, then we would not be here, gathered as KMonarchs and ST4RDOM, you know? We all worked for years trying to debut, and we worked hard enough to get where we are now.

Gavin: Facts.

PK snorts, and no one continues the question.

Interviewer: ...Well then, let's move on.

[st4rdom-if]

hiii!!!

for KMonarchs and ST4RDOM- have you ever had any negative experiences with fans- like your very own sasaeng- and how did you deal with it?

For Gracie- what are your favourite fashion styles to model?

For KMonarch and ST4RDOM- who would you consider the visual of your group?

Q: KMonarchs and ST4RDOM, have you ever had your own negative experiences with fans? How did you deal with it?

Although the room was quiet before the question had been asked, it was certainly tense now. Seungho clears his throat, awkwardly shifting in his seat as the camera focuses in on his movements.

Seungho: Can we skip this question?

Every other question had been answered by the groups, Seungho acting as the vocal one of the KMonarchs. The interviewer blinks from surprise.

Interviewer: Oh...you mean yourself or the entire group?

Seungho: Entire group.

The other members don't disagree with him, instead preferring to only look at Seungho.

Interviewer: Well, if everyone is in agreement, then I suppose so...and what about you?

The interviewer turns to Sofie, Vi, and Nari.

Sofie: We have never had any experiences with sasaengs thankfully. Maybe there are some out there, but none have directly approached us yet...though with the tour coming up soon we are running that risk. But I believe that together we can handle it!

She smiles at Vi and Nari, who give her a thumbs up.

Nari: Couldn't have said it better myself!

The interviewer smiles.

Interviewer: Well, that is certainly hopeful. Good thing it has not happened to you yet.

Vi: And hopefully it never will.

Q: What are your favorite fashion styles to model, Gracie?

Gracie strokes her chin, leaning forward to respond.

Gracie: Fashion styles, hm? I like most, though I typically prefer romantic and elegant styles. Even on casual days when I am at my apartment I wear comfortable but stylish outfits. Honestly it is hard for me to choose just one, but if I had to encompass it in one word, it would be mature.

Q: KMonarchs and ST4RDOM, who would you consider the visual of the group?

Seungho sucks in his breath, letting it out harshly.

Seungho: That's like asking which member is your favorite. Which is obviously me.

PK: HA, you wish you were! I am the visual of the group.

Seungho: I'm practically the leader of KMonarchs, so it would make sense that I am the face of our group.

Alex: I wish I can refute that but unfortunately I think those two are the visuals of the group.

PK and Seungho: Exactly!

Upon the shared word, they glare at each other. The interviewer takes this moment to allow ST4RDOM the chance to respond.

Interviewer: Now, Sofie, I think it is pretty clear that you are the defacto leader of the group?

Sofie: I am, but I'm not sure which one of us are the visuals of the group. We all are pretty in our own way, so just because I am the leader doesn't mean that I am the one with the prettiest face.

Interviewer: ...Well, I suppose that is a good answer. Alright, we should move on now before fights break out between PK and Seungho.

[st4rdom-if]

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜!

Yes, you heard that right! Regality is now accepting questions that k-pop fans globally have been dying to ask!

We have managed to contact ST4RDOM and KMonarchs, two of the most successful k-pop groups in the Korean industry, as well as those associated with either groups. In addition to this lineup, we have a special former INDIGO Entertainment trainee; Gracie Liu, a British model under modeling agency Aristo Model Management.

All have agreed to be interviewed, and because there will be such a demand of questions, they will be answered as they come in. We hope that fans will take the time to ask our featured celebrities spicy questions* of any kind!

Hit them with your best shot, fans!

*pending appropriate check on questions

Please make sure to specify who will receive the question as well!

[st4rdom-if]

So ST4RDOM just a question how did you gals first greet [MC NAME]?(Also it's alright if you don't wanna answer this Author!<3)

Q: ST4RDOM, how did you greet [name]?

Sofie: We all met around the same time, so we were friendly with each other! I was super excited to meet the other members who would be in the same group as me.

Vi: Of course, I was the last one to arrive.

Nari: It feels like forever since that happened, but I can recall that day clearly.

Sofie: We were chosen to be part of the group and when we met for the first time we immediately became friends, so that's what happened! I think everyone was doing their best to make a good first impression. Or, in Vi's case, an interesting one.

Vi: Hey!

Although her words are sharp, Vi is smiling at Sofie. The interviewer sees this as the time to cut in.

Interviewer: Would you care to share with us how your first day was?

Sofie: It was chill; we mainly got to know each other since I had never met any of them before. But by the second day we were already training together.

Vi: As for specific details, I think that should...uhm...stay between us.

The other two members present nod in agreement. The interviewer nods slowly.

Interviewer: Oh...fair enough. Next question, then.

[st4rdom-if]

To ST4RDOM 💫, do you have an official nickname for your fans?

Q: ST4RDOM, do you have an official nickname for your fans?

Sofie: In fact, we do! When were first coming up with nicknames, we decided on either "stars" or "starries".

Interviewer: What did you go with?

Vi: Either one, but personally I prefer "stars".

Nari: I thought "starries" was a cute nickname! I also came up with the idea for it, so maybe I am biased.

Sofie: We really switch between either one. But mainly we use "stars" so that is what we stick to.

Interviewer: So about the nicknames, do you imply that the fans are the actual stars of the show, not you?

Sofie: You could interpret it in different ways, so that certainly would be one way.

Interviewer: Well, what do you make of it?

Vi: It's really a play on the first part of our group name, STAR. Star, and stars. Get it?

Interviewer: Okay, okay, I get it. Hmm, what else is there to ask...?

[st4rdom-if]

To Chang-Ho, have you had other experiences working for other k-pop groups or is ST4RDOM your first group?

Q: Chang-ho, have you had other experiences working for other k-pop groups or is ST4RDOM your first group?

Chang-ho: If I am going to be honest, I do not think I would have this job if ST4RDOM was my first group protecting.

Of course, his response prompts some brief chuckles.

Chang-ho: I have worked with other smaller artists at a much smaller scale, and I did a good job that I was asked to protect [name]. It is a much larger, and harder job considering ST4RDOM's popularity, but so far I have been managing it.

Interviewer: Do you think handling [name] is easier than those smaller artists?

Chang-ho: No comment.

Interviewer: I see. Okay then; let's see what is next...

[st4rdom-if]

Seungho, what is your favorite dating or non-dating rumor that involves you?

Q: Seungho, what is your favorite dating or non-dating rumor that involves you?

As soon as the question is read aloud to him, Seungho smirks immediately.

Alex: God help us all.

Seungho: Am I glad you asked! There are, obviously plenty of rumors about me. Some are true and some are not. Sometimes I date women but it is faked. Sometimes it is real. As for my favorite...

He chuckles.

Seungho: There are quite a lot to choose from.

Gavin: Just say one, Seungho, please.

Alex: I can't with this man.

Seungho: Alright, alright. For the sake of KMonarchs and my career, I will go with one that is not that harmful.

PK: Here we go.

Seungho: Will all of you stop fretting so loudly?? I can hear you worrying from a mile away.

To their credit, the members stop talking.

Seungho: This was a while ago, but an article was published talking about how I may be dating one of the members of ST4RDOM. Since we are both under INDIGO Entertainment it was a plausible theory, especially since we had both reached roughly around the same height of success. And with both of our tours about to go on at around the same time, these rumors have once again resurfaced.

Interviewer: What do you think of it?

Seungho: I thought it was flattering. I only knew [name], though, so I think if it were anyone, it would be her.

He smiles, as if recounting a fond memory.

Seungho: But I haven't seen her ever since I was chosen to be part of the KMonarchs. She might not remember that we were friends during the trainee program.

Sofie: I'm sure she does. I could ask her if you want?

Seungho: That's alright. I might see you all when we're in Europe. I can ask her then.

He shrugs.

Seungho: Anyway, that's the safest one I can say.

Interviewer: Once [name] sees these interviews, she may recognize you, you know.

Seungho: I don't care. That's why I said it.

The interviewer hums, looking at the clipboard.

Interviewer: Alright, if you are so sure. Let's see what the next question is...

[st4rdom-if]

i've got a question for both kpop group, but idk if it's answerable (sorry i feel like that's not a word) ; what was your impression of each other ? like band-wise or maybe some knew each other while still being a trainee ? thanks youu ! <33

Q: What were your impressions of each other?

Seungho: I knew Alex, Jaehyun, and [name], but I did not meet the others until after we all joined the group. Alex was nice but he seemed like a nerd.

Alex: Excuse me, what??

Seungho: Jaehyun was quiet, but once I got him talking about his favorite animal he would never shut up.

Jaehyun: But I love dogs...

Alex: Are you ignoring me??

Seungho: As for [name]...

Seungho looks directly at the camera, a small smile growing on his face.

Seungho: When I first saw her, I thought she was pretty...nice. Pretty and nice.

The interviewer is about to ask a question, mouth open, but Alex interrupts.

Alex: SEUNGHO, you do NOT get away with calling me nerd! I'm not a nerd!

Seungho: Says yourself!

Alex: BUT for the record, I did think you were really cocky and a jerk as a trainee.

Now it is Seungho's turn to scoff.

Seungho: I was one of your only friends.

Alex: That is true, but it was still rude anyway.

Seungho: Alright, alright, I'm sorry.

As if realizing that they are off-topic, Seungho and Alex both cough awkwardly and look at the camera.

Seungho: But—well, as for ST4RDOM...I thought they were pretty cool. Music was solid, maybe their inflection could be better—

Vi: What.

It appears Seungho had spoken his thoughts aloud, and as soon as he realizes his fatal mistake he quickly backtracks.

Seungho: I MEAN, their music is good. That's it. Not like I have any other comments about them. Nope. None.

Vi's eyes narrow, and Nari lets out an indignant scoff.

Alex: ...okay then...I didn't start listening to them until I found out we were going to have an interview with them.

PK, Luc: Same.

The two look at each other. Even Alex goes quiet for a moment, but he bounds back with his own explanation.

Alex: I've never really taken the time to listen to other k-pop groups' songs since I am usually focused on perfecting ours.

Interviewer: Did you not have enough time or were you unaware of them?

Alex: Well, I definitely knew who they were since ST4RDOM is known internationally, but I never had the time to listen to their music. Sorry.

Sofie: You don't need to apologize.

Vi: I never listened to your songs anyway, so...

Alex: ...

Gavin: Did we ever talk to each other, Sofie?

Sofie: I don't remember. Maybe I saw you once or twice, but we never talked to each other or else I would remember if we did.

Gavin: I thought we did?

Sofie shrugs.

Gavin: Okay, well, I thought ST4RDOM was a good group. I thought I spoke to Sofie before, so that was why I liked the group, but I guess we didn't. Either way, they're good.

Interviewer: Jaehyun, Mingyu, what about you?

Jaehyun: Isn't this a personal question?

Interviewer: What do you mean?

Jaehyun: I mean, obviously I think they're a perfectly fine group who balance each other out well, but this question is just...too...what's the word?

Mingyu: Exposing?

Jaehyun: Exactly.

Mingyu: Think whatever you think, but honestly I've never really bothered to listen to their music. So I don't really have an opinion on that, but as people I think they are all polite and nice. Vi aside.

Vi: Hey, I'm right here, you know.

Mingyu only smiles, reaching forward to grab a bottle of water.

Interviewer: ST4RDOM, what about you? What were your opinions about KMonarchs?

Sofie: Okay, first, before I make my opinion on how I feel about them, I just want to say that I agree with Jaehyun. However, that does not mean that I'm going to avoid the question. Band-wise, you all make pretty good albums. I have only listened to a couple of them once, but the songs are not bad, per say. Individually, I have a LOT of opinions, but that would be a personal attack and this is getting recorded as I speak.

Sofie glances at the camera and her glare is effective on shutting the interviewer up.

Sofie: So I won't say anything. But in my opinion, KMonarchs make music that I feel is quite similar to ours, though we like to mix it up every now and then.

Vi: I'll take the burden and say it right now: every single one of them is handsome.

Nari: And cute.

Alex: What the—

Jaehyun: WHAT.

Mingyu: Oh???

Seungho: Really?

Unsurprisingly, Seungho smirks. People are laughing, shouting and speaking over one another trying to get clarification from the two girls. Even Sofie is laughing and Gracie watches, amused. Some of ST4RDOM's staff look horrified at the girls' words, Chang-ho in the middle of facepalming. Vi leans back, folding her arms as she smiles.

Vi: I said what I said.

This adds more fuel to the fire.

Interviewer: Alright, everyone PLEASE calm down!

The interviewer stands up, and soon people go quiet. Gavin coughs, holding up a fist to his mouth to muffle his dwindling laughing as Mingyu snorts at the attempt. Seungho still has the same arrogant smirk regardless.

Interviewer: I think it would be best if we just move on.

[st4rdom-if]

Hello!

A question for KMonarchs and Gracie Liu : do you have any celebrity crush(es) ?

Q: KMonarchs, Miss Liu, do you have any celebrity crushes?

Gracie snorts loudly, before quickly covering her mouth to stifle the noise. It does not go unnoticed by anyone.

Interviewer: Is there something amusing about the question?

Gracie: I—well, not really. But I find it funny. I don't have any "crushes" at the moment. My only focus is my work, and it will remain that way for a long while.

Interviewer: Okay, you do not have any crushes now, but did you ever have one in the past?

For the first time since the interviews began, Gracie looks surprised. Her face flushes and she looks to the side, as if she is embarrassed.

Gracie: I...okay, well, I did, but I don't anymore. I refuse to say who!

Gracie waves her hand, gesturing for the KMonarchs to go next. Her flustered look has since fixed to a neutral one, but her cheeks remain pink anyway. Luckily for her, the attention switches to the boy group.

Mingyu: ...okay, well, who has not had a crush on a celebrity before, though?

Alex is the only one who raises his hand.

Mingyu: Wait, what?

Alex: I never told you this before? I have never had a crush on anyone before. I don't know why.

Jaehyun looks ready to say something, but Seungho interrupts before he can.

Seungho: I actually have a crush on someone right now, but not like I would say it in front of the cameras.

He smirks at the cameras.

Seungho: Good luck trying to get the gossip from me.

PK: Wow, so cryptic.

Seungho: I try.

PK: ...I used to have a crush on this girl who later became a member of QTIES, so that could count as a celebrity.

Alex: Who—

PK: Not saying.

Alex: But—

PK: Nice try.

As Alex sulks, Jaehyun speaks up.

Jaehyun: I mean, I admire someone in this room right now.

This gets everyone's attention. People are shouting potential names, with Seungho's voice being the loudest.

Seungho: Sofie? Vi? Nari? Gracie? There are not many girls here so that's pretty easy.

Jaehyun: Like I would tell you, Seungho; you're horrible at keeping secrets!

Seungho: Those are lies!

Jaehyun: You know it's the truth.

Seungho: ...yeah, I know.

Mingyu: I loved to listen to Meimei to the point that I wanted to get a poster of her.

Gavin: I have never heard of her before?

Mingyu: She is relatively unknown, but she's so beautiful. I don't listen to her as much now but I loved her as a teen. Her songs are amazing.

Gavin: Hm, maybe I should listen to her, too...for me, before I became a trainee, I watched a lot of movies and dramas. And—

Luc: Oh, so do I! I still watch them whenever I have the time to, which is rarely. Yeon Hana was my favorite actress and she still is.

Gavin: OHH??? You know who she is??

Luc: Yeah, of course I do! She's incredible! I think I may have cried at some of her scenes.

Gavin: SO DID I! So wait—

Things delve into chaos after that. Seungho tries to get Jaehyun to say who the person he admires is while Gavin and Luc are speaking to each other about Yeon Hana. In the end, the interviewer interrupts all conversation.

Interviewer: We have a lot of other topics to get to, so we will move on. You can speak about Yeon Hana later, although I do like her as an actress...but that's not the point! Let's just see what we have next.

[st4rdom-if]

heyyy !! for the security of both group (if it's possible), who is the most difficult to keep an eye on ? like who listens and who sneaks out even though it's not a good idea eheh

Q: Who is the most difficult to keep an eye on?

As soon as the question is asked, most of ST4RDOM look at Vi, who smiles at the attention.

Vi: I think it goes without saying that I am that person. I have become the master at sneaking under the radar.

Chang-ho: I have to agree with that as well, even though she is not the person I have to protect.

Nari's bodyguard: Yeah, I have to agree too.

Nari: I cause a lot of trouble to you, don't I??

Nari's bodyguard: But I usually know where you go. I can predict where you went, and that is usually somewhere like your favorite restaurant or the bathroom. That is different.

Nari: I mean, I could make your life harder—

Nari's bodyguard: Please don't.

Chang-ho pats his back as Nari's bodyguard sighs helplessly. Meanwhile, the KMonarchs are discussing among themselves who is the troublesome one.

Alex: It is really between Seungho and PK. On one hand, there are the numerous dating scandals with Seungho. On the other, there is PK.

Interviewer: How is PK difficult?

PK: I just am.

Jaehyun: Whenever we are about to get ready for rehearsal, he isn't there.

Mingyu: He is pretty slippery.

Seungho: But if we think about it rationally, I am always the one with the new girlfriend every few months. Maybe that is why so many fans are unhappy that I keep switching between girlfriends...

Alex: I really do wonder that as well.

Seungho rolls his eyes, but surprisingly the security of KMonarchs do not appear to want to interrupt with their own thoughts. They stay silent even though the interviewer tries to prompt them.

Gavin: I would say it is both of them, end of story.

PK nods. Seungho has a frown on his face, but he does not argue again it. In fact, he nods as well, even speaking up.

Seungho: Alright, alright, the matter is settled. Can we please move on?

Interviewer: If you are sure...

[st4rdom-if]

for St4rdom (and the people with them), what is the most challenging aspect of being on tour ?

Q: ST4RDOM, what is the most challenging aspect of being on tour?

Sofie: Well, we aren't on tour yet, but from the ones we have gone on, I'd say dealing with the other members.

She looks at Nari and Vi, who both scoff simutaneously.

Sofie: Getting them to do things is tiring, although I wouldn't have it any other way.

Nari: Aww, she loves us!

Vi: I always knew you loved us even if you have never said it.

Sofie: Hush!

The two smirk but they spare her mercy, with Nari speaking up next.

Nari: I honestly feel homesick every time we leave. I have a feeling I will be calling my family often on tour.

Vi: The culture is also different, so I miss a lot of the usual foods I eat.

Sofie: Oh yeah, she got sick once, too.

Vi: I performed anyway, though I stayed away from meet-and-greets because I didn't want to spread it.

Chang-ho: That was pretty gross.

Interviewer: Oh, yes! This question also applies to you, Jun Chang-ho shi, and the rest of ST4RDOM's team. What is the most challenging aspect of being on tour?

Chang-ho: Technically speaking, guarding [name] already is a challenge in itself, but I digress. Timezones tend to screw up my bodyclock, so I always feel jetlagged. I have traveled before, but since we will be in a different country every week, it will be hard on me.

Nari: Oh, that's true! I might have to wake up early or stay up late to talk to my family.

Nari's bodyguard: Not on my watch, you don't. You need your sleep.

Nari: Aww, but—

Nari's bodyguard: Mine is dealing with her.

Nari: Hmph!

She folds her arms, sucking in air to puff her cheeks out. Gracie's shoulders bounce as she covers her mouth.

Vi's bodyguard: Same, but mine is having to watch over her.

He points at Vi, who does not bother to argue against him. In fact, she shrugs, leaning back in her seat.

Vi: Can't argue with that.

Andy: I never knew you felt that way?

Vi's bodyguard: Listen, I don't get paid enough for this.

This causes some to laugh, and Andy talks over it, trying to calm down.

Andy: I think, as a translator, that it is hard having to keep up with everyone. And there is going to be a lot more fans, so that means more time having to do my job.

Everyone hums, and the managers keep quiet. Seeing that nobody is going to talk, the interviewer does.

Interviewer: If nobody else wants to speak, then we can go on to the next question?

Nobody does.

Interviewer: Ah, uh, alright then, let's move on!

[st4rdom-if]

For both ST4RDOM and KMonarchs, do you have a specific habit/ritual you do before getting on stage/going on tour? Any sort of lucky charm to ward off nerves?

Q: Either group can answer this; do you have a specific habit or ritual you do before getting on stage? Any sort of lucky charm to ward off nerves?

PK: PRAY.

Everyone laughs, PK included.

PK: But seriously, praying and humming anything, whether it is a song or scale, really helps to warm up your vocal cords.

Alex: Although PK says that, he actually gets a bag of chips from the closest vending machine to eat exactly ten minutes before we go on.

PK: You weren't supposed to tell anyone that! And anyways, that's what you do too!

Alex: Actually, I also get some coffee.

PK: Surely that is a big difference.

There is a sudden silence that fills the room, so Luc comes in with his own answer.

Luc: I usually practice my dance with the others. Then I take a break and hope for the best.

Gavin: Remember the time we had a dance competition to see who is the best?

Luc: Didn't I win?

Mingyu: No, I did.

Jaehyun: What? I dance better than you!

Mingyu: You want to try me? Let's face off after this, then.

Jaehyun: Sure, whatever you say. For the question, though, I usually take a nap. A long one.

Interviewer: What? How long?

Jaehyun: I don't remember...

Luc: It was two and a half hours. You woke up three minutes before we got on stage.

Jaehyun: That long? I'm usually not a deep sleeper. When was this?

Luc: A few months ago.

Jaehyun: Oh...I don't remember that.

Nari: Well, you're not alone because I also take a nap. Even though it takes me a while to fall asleep and they are usually short, they freshen my brain.

Jaehyun and Nari nod, having reached the same conclusion. It is a nod of acknowledgment—of kinship.

Vi: In addition to Nari taking a nap, she also gets extremely worried like Sofie. I am usually calm even though I can feel my brain shutting down.

Sofie: I worry and overthink too much, but at the end of the day I am reminded that this is my passion.

Nari: You only realize that after one of our managers tell you to stop pacing around the room, though.

Somewhere, one of the KMonarchs laughs, although it is quickly snuffed (it was Mingyu). Another chuckles (Seungho).

Sofie: It still counts as something. But my necklace usually calms me down. All I have to do is rub the stone and it soothes me.

Her hands reaches up to stroke the soft pink stone laced around her neck.

Interviewer: Can you tell me the significance of it? Who did you get it from? And do you wear it all the time?

Sofie: It's really just a necklace, but my mother passed it down to me. It's a reminder of my mother and her love for me, so I wear it all the time.

Interviewer: That's a sweet sentiment.

Sofie's lips turn downward before fixing itself to a strained smile.

Sofie: It is my lucky charm.

Interviewer: Yes, of course it is. Speaking of luck, I think someone hasn't spoken yet. Care to go?

The interviewer looks at Seungho, who flinches from surprise when everyone turns to stare at him.

Seungho: Shouldn't that be my own business?

Interviewer: You don't have to share, then.

Seungho: Sorry, that came out wrong. I meant that this question can be personal, but for me I usually scroll through Instagram and practice.

Sofie: Oh yeah, same. Sometimes there is nothing better to do so I go through my photos and maybe take some of our group.

Vi: You have to send me those photos, eonni. I'm still waiting for them.

Vi then grins at the interviewer and camera, teeth showing a little too much. Something twinkles in her eye like a trick of light.

Vi: I think we should we move on then, since everyone went. Don't want this to stretch out too thin, right?

Interviewer: ...right, yes. Let's see what is next on our list...

[st4rdom-if]

[Note, feel free to use real brands, generic knockoffs, or a in-universe one!] Liu, what brand would you really like to collaborate with? What's your favourite kind of photographer to work with, one that gives plenty of room for your own interpretation or one that has a clear vision?

[You can use real bands or in-universe ones!] To St4rdom, which non INDIGO Entertainment kpop group or soloist would you want to collaborate with?

To KMonarch: See question to S4rdom

Q: Liu, what brand would you really like to collaborate with?

Gracie: Oh! Well, there is Ethereal, and I'm a huge fan of it! I recently bought cosmetics and lotion from Ethereal, actually. I own so much from them and I would absolutely love to collaborate! If you are watching this, Ethereal, and you are interested in a collab, please let my team know!

Q: What's your favorite kind of photographer to work with: one that gives plenty of room for your own interpretation or one that has a clear vision?

Gracie: I'm not sure. I would go with whatever the photographer says as long as it is within bounds of my own personal space, but if the photographer allowed me to be flexible, then I can work with it!

Interviewer: So you don't have a preference?

Gracie: I suppose not. I usually go with the flow.

Interviewer: I see.

Q: ST4RDOM, which non-INDIGO Entertainment k-pop group or soloist would you want to collaborate with?

Nari: AFTER. AFTER AFTER AFTER AFTER AFTER!

Nari is smiling with a huge grin, and Vi interjects before anyone else can.

Vi: Our maknae is obsessed with the group. Especially since she became friends wi—

Nari: Dallia is really nice! I have met her before in passing, and she said she liked our music. I was already listening to their music before, and I said the same thing. We text each other regularly!

Vi gasps at the sudden interruption, but Nari pays her no mind.

Interviewer: Every day?

Nari: Well, no, since we're usually busy. But I always wish her good luck on her tours!

Vi: To be honest, I think I would also go with AFTER. I have hung out with some of them in the past, and I also love their music, so I think we could work well together.

Sofie: AFTER or Jo.

Nari: Oh, I can't believe I forgot about Jo!

Interviewer: Jo? Who is Jo?

Nari: Jo is a good friend of ours. We met her while on tour and found out that she was an upcoming singer.

Vi: She's nice. So it would be either AFTER or Jo.

Q: Same question for you, KMonarchs. What non-INDIGO k-pop group or soloist would you want to collaborate with?

All seven members look at each other and nod. They turn to the camera and speak in unison.

Everyone: OverAchiever.

Seungho: And AFTER. We like both, for the record.

Alex: We were talking about this...how long ago?

Gavin: It was a while ago, but we all agreed that we would want to collaborate with OA.

Interviewer: You sound as if you know something that we don't. Do you think there could be a collaboration between you and OA in the near future?

The members look at each other, Gavin clasping his hands together with anticipation.

Alex: I do not think we are at liberty to confirm or deny that yet.

Seungho: Right now our focus is on our upcoming Europe tour.

The interviewer does not look satisfied by their answers, but sees that a definitive answer cannot be obtained from the group.

Interviewer: We will have to wait until after the tour is over, then. Let's move on to the next question.

[st4rdom-if]

to kmonarch: favourite girl group that's not s4rdom?

to st4rdom: favourite boy band that's not kmonarch?

to ms. gracie liu: favourite non-indigo kpop group?

Q: Favorite girl group that's not ST4RDOM, KMonarchs?

All members of KMonarchs look at each other, waiting to see who will speak up first.

PK: Okay, I guess I will go first then. I think AFTER is a pretty good k-pop group. I listen to "After Dark" when I'm on our bus sometimes.

Seungho: Really? I didn't know you listened to AFTER.

PK: Well, just recently.

Seungho: I thought you said you didn't like it—

PK: I do now.

Seungho: ...alright then.

Interviewer: What about you Seungho?

Seungho: I don't really know...I think I would also go with AFTER.

Some of the boys nod, although some do not speak up.

Interviewer: Anyone else have something to share?

Nobody responds.

Interviewer: Alright, next question!

Q: Favorite boy band that's not KMonarch, ST4RDOM?

Vi: Ah, the tables have turned now! This is going to be fun.

Sofie: I'm not really sure...I guess I would have to say April Wind. I listen to it at times but I tend to listen to our songs rather than others.

Nari: Yeah, April Wind! I have been to their concerts a few times when I was in the same city as they were, and I know most of their songs by heart. Plus I have known their lead singer since our trainee days.

Vi: I mean, April Wind is good, but I heard this song by Queen on the radio while on the road and I listen to it during my practice routine.

Sofie: Oh yeah, she sings the song out loud sometimes. I can never get my proper rest because of her.

Vi: I'm sorry, eonni! I can't help myself.

Sofie merely sighs, leaning back in her chair.

Interviewer: Now that the question has been answered, let's get to the third part of this question.

Q: Favorite band non-INDIGO k-pop groups, Ms. Liu?

Gracie: I don't listen to k-pop much. The only times when I do is if it is ST4RDOM or KMonarchs.

Interviewer: But is there any outside of the company that you listen to?

Gracie: Well, yes, of course. I listen to bands in London all the time. I don't have a favorite, though—I could not possibly choose one.

Interviewer: So, you don't listen to k-pop songs outside of ST4RDOM and KMonarchs? Just bands in the UK?

Gracie looks at the camera, as though her eyes are conveying a silent message to whoever is watching. Then, as if it had never happened, she smiles at the interviewer.

Gracie: Yeah, pretty much.

Interviewer: Alright then. Let's see the next question!

[st4rdom-if]

For KMonarchs, what country are you guys most excited to visit?

Q: What country are you guys most excited to visit?

Seungho: Paris, France.

Interviewer: Why?

Seungho: Because of the Eiffel Tower. I've always heard romantic things about it, so I want to go and visit.

Luc: You mean you want to get girls?

Seungho: Oh yeah, that too.

PK: And the wine. Never forget the wine!

Mingyu: You and your expensive wine…

Alex: ...well, I'm excited about Spain; Barcelona AND Madrid. I haven’t been before.

Luc: None of us have been before. But I also am excited for it.

Mingyu and Gavin: London. Oh??

Both look at each other and laugh. Some of the members join along.

Interviewer: Wow, you two are always in sync! What’s so exciting about London?

They look at each other. Gavin gestures for Mingyu to speak first, who then obliges.

Mingyu: I don’t know. I have a feeling something special will happen there.

Gavin: I really love the energy there. It always feels so lively.

Mingyu: We have been to London before but we’re spending more time there for this tour. I never got to explore the city much then, so now I can make up for lost time.

Seungho: …

Interviewer: Oh, Jaehyun, you have not spoken yet! Which country are you excited for?

All attention is on Jaehyun, who shifts uncomfortably.

Jaehyun: I don’t like picking favorites. Every country that we visit is special to me, so I can’t choose one in particular.

Interviewer: …Fair enough. Next question!

[st4rdom-if]

To anyone who wishes to answer: What is your favourite memory involving another INDIGO trainee?

Q: What is your favorite memory involving another INDIGO trainee?

Nari: I used to have a singing buddy, and sometimes we would have karaoke. I have not seen her since...

Seungho: At the time I knew Alex and Jaehyun; sometimes we would hang out and practice.

Alex: You remember that??

Seungho: Yeah, why wouldn't I?

Jaehyun: Remember when we thought about sneaking out?

Alex: Are you allowed to say that on camera???

Alex looks at the camera, then at the interviewer.

Interviewer: ...next question.