[Summary for those surprised by the burning timeline while coming with a single pizza:
Jeong Dajun trips in the relay (It doesnt seem like he tripped by himself, but rather slipped on the slippery floor)
Seo Hoyun runs to him, lifts him up, and goes straight to the hospital
Everyone is pissed and theres a huge fight, but the closing ceremony atmosphere is saved by Joo Woosung]
[Until the archery event, I was enjoying Seo Hoyuns cuteness, but whats going on now?]
[Ive never seen Hoyun so angry before ;;; Hes someone who usually instantly blocks all trolls ;;]
[Dajun didnt want to go to the hospital because he thought he would get blamed What did you do wrong, baby ]
The reactions of The Dawns fans were like a portrait of sadness. Fans of other members who saw the situation and, especially, the Black Call fandom was cursing the production team like crazy. Most of them knew that Joo Woosung covered for The Dawn and were being protective.
[I hope you recover quickly]
[Ah Its so nice that Woosung and Jeongwoo are trying to cheer everyone up but Im worried]
[I was already pissed off about Black Calls appearance being forced this time, fuck]
Although everyone had deep-rooted resentment and was furious, trolls still posted comments insulting Jeong Dajun and The Dawn.
There was no particular reason; most of the posts were just people wanting to blame someone when an issue arose.
[Since theres no official statement, Jeong Dajun must be fine? I thought his bone was broken. Well, I enjoyed watching the show where you were carried out.]
[Are the other idols not hurt and tired too Ah, Hoyun Its disgusting how hard youre trying to showcase your warmth~~~ Dajun, are you really in pain? Youre complaining so much
Black Call is standing there, but what kind of rookie would act like that?]
The comments above were definitely not from a Black Call fan, but rather someone using another famous group to bash us further.
All this chaos happened just one day after Jeong Dajun was hospitalized.
After seeing the reactions insulting Jeong Dajun and the broadcasting station not even issuing an apology, I couldnt help but let out a hollow laugh.
Hyung! Want some apples?
No, thanks.
Jeong Dajun was carefree, but I wanted to tear an apology out of someone rather than eat a red apple.
The reason theyre not apologizing is obvious.
Theyre going to edit out this minor injury and air it anyway. They believe that as long as it doesnt show on the broadcast, no matter how much fighting happens behind the scenes, it wont affect the ratings.
And that suspicion became clearer when I saw the preview of Victory is Mine uploaded on YouTube.
[Victory is Mine Video Preview]
The preview video uploaded on the YouTube channel of Victory is Mine quickly gained views.
It had highlights of several events. In archery, Joo Woosung and Seo Hoyun were playfully competing against each other, and in the last relay, Jeong Dajun was more than half a lap ahead of the other groups, running in first place.
What about the injury?
Of course, all that was edited out.
Fans who watched the preview multiple times noticed something strange. In the ending scene, all idol groups were standing, but The Dawn was nowhere to be seen.
Naturally, the fans reactions took an odd turn.
[Hmm, why is The Dawn not there?]
[??? The video just showed them winning, right? Theyre not even on the podium?]
[WowRookies not attending the ending >>but>>>>>>Always like that<<<<<<< Ah, unnie
The epitome of No shortcuts. Who cant fall in love with this unnie? Please teach me
Crying unnie A few years ago, she fell and cried ]
The popularity of White Cherry made public opinion grow.
Thanks to that, the fancam videos, which had only been buried by the fans, rose sharply again. The members going out, taking care of each other, turned into warmth, and eventually, major entertainment articles came up.
[Victory is Mine Shining teamwork even in unexpected situations]
[Whose responsibility is the Victory is Mine accident?]
[Idols and fans working long hours standing Who is the program for?]
And a few hours later, the program issued an apology along with a new statement.
However, with a simple apology, people started another argument.
[What should be in an apology:
Who am I, what did I do wrong, how do I plan to take responsibility, and what shouldnt be included
There was no intention/We will be careful in the future
The apology is too short to analyze
Agreed]
[Two-line Summary: Your scam got exposed, sorry
Will you still keep watching?
Fuck]
Shaken, shaken!
Hit from here, hit from there!
The broadcasting station was like a piece of laundry in a centrifuge, getting shaken and shaken.
As the backlash grew, the program had to issue another statement.
[Victory is Mine will undergo a format review]
It meant they would actively revamp the program. The infuriated Noeuls reluctantly accepted it, tilting their heads.
. . .
Meanwhile, Seo Hoyun was calmly answering a phone call.
It seems that it worked out. Isnt it too good for you to make use of?
Of course, its not for free.
He handed over some light information he had known before to Kim Jaeyeon. He thanked him repeatedly and hung up the phone.
He put his phone in his pocket and approached Jeong Dajun, who still had a plaster cast. There was a basket of flowers and a letter next to him.
Whats this?
Ah, someone from the broadcasting station came and went! Apologizing for their mistake, they bowed their heads It made me feel even more sorry.
They came so fucking fast
He took out a vitamin drink from the refrigerator, sat down on a chair next to the bed, and gulped it down. Jeong Dajun, oblivious to everything, kept talking beside him.
And track and field might be gone too! They say there are too many injured people, lots of viewer complaints Theyre considering reorganizing the program with less injury-prone sports.
Is that so?
Yup!
As Jeong Dajun answered innocently, Hoyun rested his chin on his hand and sorted out his thoughts.
Review? Just empty words.
Getting an apology didnt take as long as he thought. Honestly, if the victim had been just The Dawn, the backlash wouldnt have reached the point of getting an apology White Cherrys unexpected help made things much smoother.
With that momentum, he managed to bring other fandoms with grievances on board, and the broadcasting station couldnt bury the issue quietly.
The broadcasting station must be busy taking complaint calls even now.
But now
Should I do more, or stop here?
He was a bit conflicted.
Thinking about the sudden change of distance in archery, the slippery floor, and the staff who treated injured members as if they were faking, he weighed his options.
When he looked up, he made eye contact with Jeong Dajun.
Hyung?
Huh?
What are you thinking about?
Ugh.
So pure.
Seeing his innocent face, Hoyun blinked and thought about the aggro comments directed at him once more.
If he went further from here the issue would grow bigger.
And there would be a higher chance for Dajun to be exposed directly to such trashy stories he wouldnt need to know in his entire life.
Hey.
Its time to stop.
I saw you being picky with your food earlier.
Eek! When did you see that?
There was nothing to gain from going further, and he could face backlash if things went awry.
He made the decision, took out a piece of candy from his pocket, chewed it, and sighed just as Kang Ichae entered the room humming a tune.
My darling is here~.
He loudly opened the door with a Ta-da! feeling, and as soon as he saw Hoyuns face, he burst into laughter.
Hoyun-hyung is here too.
It seemed he already knew how things were going. He came over, snatched some of the food Dajun had received, and asked while eating.
Did you change your phone settings back?
Of course.
Obviously.
Ahaha, I didnt need to ask, right?
Huh?
(Stop reacting) Whether Dajuns phone got snatched or not, Kang Ichae sat on a chair, putting his feet up, and talked casually.
People with bad tempers are most reliable when fighting for others.
Did you pay for the bus fare?
I paid for two people. You and King-God-Emperor-General-Seo-Hoyun live in my heart
Ugh.
Tired of the silly joke, he pushed Kang Ichae away, but he just chuckled.
As a result, Jeong Dajun became an idol who had worked hard but had a setback, and they took care of each other like warm-hearted members.
As for the suspicions about me who cared.
You know now, right?
Let them curse and become invincible.
After all, no one can be loved by everyone.
Hyung, what are you talking about since earlier?
Dear, our youngest.
Ew, Ichae-hyung is disgusting.
Kang Ichae sighed. It was understandable to feel this way when looking at Dajuns innocent, clueless expression. Kang Ichae messed up Dajuns hair, not sure if he was patting it or ruffling it.
Be careful in this harsh world.
Yes!
Listen well to your hyungs.
Yep!
Anyway, answer well
But at this point, Hoyun started to wonder.
Does Dajun still not open up to me?
Of course, that wasnt what he was hoping for when he started all this but looking at Dajun, who was laughing without a care in the world, he couldnt help but feel a sense of alienation.
And it made sense.
Why hasnt the scenario completed notification come up?
The system window was quiet.
It was a very King-God-Trash-Seo Hoyun-like curiosity.
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