Chapter 10: The Land of NOVA

As Ross stepped foot onto the bustling streets of Seoul, she was immediately greeted by a sight that took her breath away. Everywhere she turned, towering billboards adorned with V's face loomed overhead, his image a constant presence in the cityscape. It seemed that in Seoul, NOVA was more than just a band—they were icons, revered by millions and celebrated at every turn.

With a sense of awe and wonder, Ross navigated the maze of streets, each one alive with the energy and excitement of a city in love with its idols. But amidst the sea of faces, her thoughts were consumed by one in particular—V, the man whose smile haunted her dreams and whose absence left an ache in her heart.

Upon arriving at her father's home, Ross was greeted by her sister, whose enthusiasm for NOVA was evident from the moment they embraced. As they made their way to her sister's room, Ross couldn't help but be taken aback by the sheer volume of NOVA memorabilia that adorned the walls. Posters, plush toys, and even life-sized cardboard cutouts of the band members filled the space, a testament to her sister's unwavering devotion.

"It's like a shrine," Ross remarked, her voice tinged with amusement as she took in the spectacle before her.

Her sister beamed with pride, her eyes alight with excitement. "I'm a huge fan," she admitted, her voice barely containing her enthusiasm. "But then again, who isn't in Seoul?"

As Ross's gaze drifted across the room, her eyes landed on a familiar face—V, captured in a photograph among the countless others that adorned the walls. A surge of conflicting emotions washed over her, her heart heavy with the weight of memories and unanswered questions.

For in that moment, amidst the sea of adoration and idolatry, Ross found herself confronted with the truth she had been avoiding—the truth of her feelings for V, and the reality of the world he inhabited.

As she stared at his image, her eyes betraying the complexity of her emotions, Ross knew that her journey was far from over. For in the land of NOVA, where dreams were made and hearts were broken, she would find the answers she sought and the courage to face the truth that lay hidden within her own heart.