PD Kwon emerged from the wings, microphone in hand, grinning like he'd just witnessed his ratings spike in real time.
"Now that was a chilling first performance!"
The audience roared their agreement. Light sticks bounced frantically in the crowd.
"Cool Team A has certainly set the bar high tonight."
PD Kwon walked to where Jinwook stood, still catching his breath, chest rising and falling beneath his crystalline costume. The stage lights had shifted back to warm tones, making the ice-themed outfit look almost surreal.
"Jinwook-ssi, you led your team through an incredible performance. Do you have anything you'd like to say to our viewers at home? Any reason they should vote for Cool Team A?"
The camera zeroed in on Jinwook's face. Sweat glistened at his temples, but his expression remained composed.
He took the microphone, paused for a heartbeat, then spoke.
"We worked hard to show you something different. Something... unforgettable."
