3 Plans for the Future

*Time skip 6 years*

It was August 2000 and So-young was now 6 years old. She could already write Korean and speak it fluently thanks to her past life. Her parents were shocked by how fast her growth was. Because she was able to study well, they had no complaints with her learning guitar and taekwondo.

She was now 4 years ahead of her peers and was studying in 5th standard. Everything was boring as it only consisted with the basic concepts. She could deal with university level of science and this was primary school science. But history was interesting. This was the first time she was learning about Korean history. She was amazed by how the culture came about and how it affected the life of Koreans now. She was planning to take a test to skip another few grades. She wanted to pass out of high school early and finish college before she was 18 years. Then she could concentrate on her debut.

She was considering joining YG entertainment. It would be in its initial stages right now. It would be easier to become a part of it than SM Entertainment as that had a lot of competition. It would be too much of a hassle. Plus, there wouldn't be too many restrictions on her. A bonus would be that one of her favourite boy groups in kpop BIGBANG would be present there. She admires the group as the were not hesitant to share how they feel and break through the orthodox methods.

Her dance lessons were going well. She was now able to choreograph her steps on her own and she felt exhilarated when she was dancing. She was able to clear her mind while feeling the music within her. Her dance teacher was really impressed with her and wanted her to compete. She was considering it but when she thought about it for a while she declined. She did not want to be apart from her family so early. She wanted to be together with them at least until she debuted.

She had already learnt how to play the guitar so it was easy for her to learn keyboard. She had started trying to compose songs. The first few tries turned out sound like nursery rhymes. But, this did not let her down. She put in more effort into the music and tried to pour out her heart. The results were great! Though it would not make a hit song, she was getting somewhere. She realised that making music was not just about which key she should play in or what notes would sound good, it was about emotions. All her scars and wounds are exposed out in the open. It was a liberating experience.

It took her weeks of practice, but she came up with some decent pieces of music. She started writing the lyrics to her songs. Much to her delight, the songs turned out great. She just needed some software to help her record, edit and produce her songs.

'Sigh, I don't think I will be able to convince mom and dad to get me the hardware for my music. My body is only 6 years old for heavens sake! Plus the market does not have good technology yet. It will take a few more years for the high-tech stuff to come out. '

So-Young had a lot to do. She had no choice but to record her music after signing with an agency. And she would have to convince her parents to let her become an idol. Though her parents were broad-minded, she knew they worried about her. It would take a few years of cajoling to convince them.