I muttered in my sleep as I felt something tap my foot. I turned, but I didn't wake up to see who or what it was. The tapping continued and I quickly sat up, still feeling sleepy and soon enough, irritated. I wonder who could have the guts to wake me up.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡkKyxjvhPg6 維尼

Before I could fully open my eyes, a bright beam of light came streaming into the room. Someone had drawn away the curtains. I shielded my eyes with my hand and moaned as they started to water. They took a little time to adjust.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡgZO6Xbunso 維尼

"Wakey, wakey, sleepy head," came Collins' voice. "I need all of you downstairs, pronto."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡMfKeBfhov0 維尼

"Right now?" I asked as I tried to rub away the sleep. I yawned. "It's so early in the morning and I'm still tired."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡyM8Hrf13Ey 維尼

"Early in the morning? This is close to noon," said Collins, sounding surprised. "Just get your lazy bones out of bed and meet me downstairs. I'll go and wake everyone else."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3YS9HOqUJc 維尼

"Oh, okay," I muttered. I quickly kicked away the bed covers and got out of bed after Collins left the room. I wore my purple sleeping gown over my matching purple pyjamas. My feet found their way into my purple bed slippers and I slowly walked out of the room, heading downstairs. I met Lee in the living room seated on the couch.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1HRwfJhcvJ 維尼

"Morning, sleepy head," said Lee. "Or is it now afternoon?"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6WSHSfXiyr 維尼

"Hi, Lee," I said with a groggy voice as I sluggishly threw myself on the couch opposite from where she sat. "Tell me you've come with good news."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡZX8gyADgdH 維尼

"Nah-ah, no way, young lady," said Lee as she waved her finger at me. "You aren't getting any news out of me before Collins arrives."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡZRgCKoNBQN 維尼

I got the closet couch pillow and covered my face with it, moaning in frustration. I felt pretty impatient about knowing the board's decision. I kept on tossing and turning at night as I kept thinking about what might happen if we didn't get to go to Korea.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡyrfLGjxhyv 維尼

"Are we in Korea yet?" came a tired voice from the stairs. Zoey. I removed the pillow from my face and saw Zoey approach us in her pink sleeping gown, yawning loudly. Christine was right behind her, also looking sleepy.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5HZzmyYy5N 維尼

"We aren't there yet, my friend," I said with a smile as Zoey came to sit right beside me and Christine joined Lee.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡuKBjFlWjKe 維尼

"Please tell me we're going," said Christine.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡS8pHW4azNJ 維尼

"We've to wait for Collins, because Lee here won't talk," I said as I folded my arms and looked at her.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡlI0wCZXODp 維尼

"I'm just following orders," said Lee.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡmI8DwDoFD2 維尼

A few minutes later, Mike and Daniel came downstairs with Collins. After everyone had settled, we all looked at our manager - who remained standing - waiting for him to say something.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡcxxrOiDRbF 維尼

"Anyway, as you all know," said Collins, "I met with the board this morning and we discussed on the matter of you guys going to Korea to collaborate with BigBang. We confirmed with YG over their invitation and we came to a conclusion."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡRX60uAO9N2 維尼

The atmosphere in the room changed as the five of us were now fully awake and waiting for the answer. My heart started beating so fast. I looked beside me. Zoey had her eyes closed and her fingers crossed. I looked at Daniel and he looked like he was about to bite his fingers off instead of his nails. Mike looked calm, but I could tell by the tapping of his foot that he's anxious. Christine seemed to be shaking as she hugged her body with her arms, rocking back and forth. I hated times like these when we were anxious of whatever decision the board makes. Sometimes it felt like suicide.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡireMrMXXWt 維尼

"You aren't going to Korea," said Collins.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0QnlFivdbH 維尼

"WHAT!!!" I exclaimed.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡpSRXwOudG1 維尼

"NO!!!" screamed Zoey.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡoXp4mUKSrY 維尼

"NO FAIR!!!" Daniel exclaimed as he stood up from his seat.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3j2RmlBdJW 維尼

"This isn't right," said Mike, shaking his head.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡRskyRT9F2H 維尼

"WHY!!!!" Christine asked.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡb7qy14hlrp 維尼

"I'm sorry, guys," said Collins. "I tried convincing them, but they wouldn't budge."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡdkiuaHfDBq 維尼

"Well, you should have tried a little HARDER!" Zoey exclaimed. She was on the verge of going nuts.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡNz5eoUduHH 維尼

"But how can they not agree?" I asked still feeling confused. "That's such a great offer!"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ52w0w2VoVk 維尼

"We're not going to Korea!" Zoey wailed, now on the verge of tears.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7ltusaN9yl 維尼

Mike leaned back on the couch looking very disappointed. Daniel now began pacing up and down, looking as confused as me. Christine hit her face with the couch pillow over and over again.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡwi2mNo9oaT 維尼

"If you guys keep acting like that I might just send in a camera crew to film you," said Collins.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6CJHy5oVTo 維尼

The five of us looked at him. Suddenly, he and Lee burst out laughing. They laughed so hard that they almost cried their eyes out. We all looked confused and stared at one another. Collins even pulled out his smart phone and took a picture of the five of us.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡJ4pzzyYDRF 維尼

"We got you guys good!" said Collins as he walked over to Lee and gave her a high five.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6PVNfPPjGA 維尼

"What? All this was nothing but a joke?" Mike asked.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡL1hpFPwJrE 維尼

"Ya, I had to admit, it was pretty funny," said Lee.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡkWB2O6qaHu 維尼

"We're so going to get you for this," threatened Zoey. "You almost made me cry."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡRrAKkLPXhI 維尼

"If all of this is a joke, then we're going to Korea, right?" I asked as I looked up at Collins.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡhhSh11j3wE 維尼

Collins didn't say anything as he nodded his head.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6O4DoiPTNm 維尼

There grew a silent pause.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡAAmLkESpuo 維尼

"YESSSS!!!" we exclaimed.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡSABdXlTqgd 維尼

The five of us jumped and danced around the living room like crazy, screaming our lungs out. We were really going to Korea!8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡm59ZsNFRrE 維尼

"Calm down, you hooligans!" called out Collins.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡlc8AaU4sxO 維尼

We stopped mid-way into our celebration and stared at Collins.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡfvJx8leZar 維尼

"Sit down, please," he continued. "You've plenty of time to celebrate, but first, we need to go through some things with you."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡhBuP8IOhQv 維尼

We settled down calmly, but we still couldn't hide the fact that we were really excited.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡUrJdwI96yx 維尼

"Okay, so you'll be leaving for South Korea this week Friday," said Collins. We almost cheered, but he held his hand up for silence. "But, we have a lot to do before we leave and that means, we have to squeeze in some of this month's schedule in this one week."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡZCaGsjk8lZ 維尼

"We can handle it, Collins," said Zoey excitedly. "Don't you worry."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1XkPkgaG0o 維尼

"I don't think you will," said Collins. "You already know that you have two more concerts and we have to squeeze in the photo shoot for The Black Kitty Clothesline. There's also a photo shoot and an interview with Glamour magazine."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡGo0tnYpfAo 維尼

"Wait, so you're saying we have to fit all of that in one week?" I asked. "That's going to tire us down before we could even reach Korea."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡGYhCl4HrEM 維尼

"That's the whole point," said Collins. "But if you can manage to do all of that before Friday, the board said we can go without any delay."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡZAY3YUy7Ep 維尼

"Oh my goodness, these people are going to kill us!" said Mike. "For once, can they at least be a little considerate?"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡUxAyktjeSu 維尼

"We don't really have a choice now, do we?" Collins asked. "If you want we can cancel the trip and tell YG that we can come another time. Maybe next year."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡRvU9o93A38 維尼

"NO!" the five of us exclaimed at the same time.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡbtOKQT46e3 維尼

"We will manage, I know it," I said. "Right, guys?"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡHkaATb56e7 維尼

"Right!" my group responded at once.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡY2wEtSKJIX 維尼

"Now I wish it was Sunday today," said Christine. "That way we would be ready for Monday."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5Lw5ZIXp7s 維尼

"Darn it! We've to wait till Monday? Oh gosh," said Zoey in frustration as she leaned back on the couch.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡVz5S6p5MzO 維尼

"Hey, look on the bright side," said Lee. "We're going to Korea."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡtbmjfh9OH0 維尼

"That's if we get to complete everything on our schedule," said Daniel.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡXf1jyG6npM 維尼

"So, I suggest you take this weekend to rest as much as you can," said Collins. "Tomorrow, Lee will take you guys through with the schedule thoroughly."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3kl8nZ0yko 維尼

"That's fine with me," said Zoey. "I just want to go to Korea."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡAh1KXoESGL 維尼

"Me too," said Daniel. "Wait until the fans get to find out about our trip."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9D8wguFu6P 維尼

"You don't have to worry about that," said Lee. "We just posted the news all over social media on your official Twitter, Instagram and Facebook page."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡByMpmRcLG1 維尼

"Darn it!" said Christine. "I knew I should have checked for updates before coming down here."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡzMIBmlCEbc 維尼

Zoey who already had her phone in the pocket of her gown, removed it and went on her Twitter app.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡPVY7KEfYZ8 維尼

"Ya, it's true," Zoey confirmed.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡfL8GJyDdzZ 維尼

"And? What are people saying?" Mike asked.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ09BqQfq0rm 維尼

"That they are excited and looking forward to our collaboration with BigBang. Even VIPs - BigBang fans - are saying the same thing!"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡxVl8BInz7O 維尼

"That's good," I said. "Now all we've to do is work throughout the week and we would be home and dry."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ9nfwfsYr8n 維尼

"Okay, well, Lee and I are off," said Collins. "You just do as I say and rest. Don't do anything stupid that might just get you guys in trouble."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡIZGHZPNr5h 維尼

"Don't worry, we won't," I said.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡKwbdYBXwPu 維尼

When Lee and Collins left, we cheered and jumped around the place. We just couldn't help ourselves. Zoey even put up the stereo and we danced to whatever pop music played. The music wasn't loud enough to disturb the neighbours though. We had to be cautious. We didn't have breakfast as we were way past that time, so we ordered 10 boxes of pizza instead to celebrate.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡMNTt52b0SO 維尼

An hour after noon, we were so full and so tired from all the dancing, that the five of us were in the sitting room, seated lazily on the couch and watching TV. The empty pizza boxes and empty cans of soda were all piled up on the coffee table.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡoZ2hd8tAE0 維尼

"I've never felt this full in a long time," said Daniel rubbing his tummy.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡwT1GyLbMp6 維尼

"You eat all the time," said Mike. "I wonder why you aren't fat yet."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡAVAgvB3xfu 維尼

"It's because I work out," Daniel said, then he burped.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ34XmPOOz8d 維尼

"Eww, seriously, excuse yourself," said Christine as she frowned at Daniel.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡT2dEjAH5XR 維尼

"Excuse me," Daniel said with a grin.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡJ1MR09cCip 維尼

I shook my head at him when my phone suddenly beeped. I had a message. I withdrew it from the pocket of my gown. A Twitter notification. I had a new follower; YG Entertainment. I quickly followed them back and in a matter of minutes, I received a message from them. I couldn't keep my excitement any longer.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡZ6phETdTeg 維尼

"Guys, I just got a message from YG," I announced.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡQeawypi2wn 維尼

In a matter of seconds, my whole group surrounded me.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ0Bs29WF0Hs 維尼

"Oh my gosh," said Zoey, "what did they say?"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡOVj6QeMqda 維尼

"All they said is that they are happy that we accepted their invitation," I said. "And they can't wait to meet us, and BigBang are just as excited with the collaboration as we are."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡFfch38qx2s 維尼

"Now I really want to go to Korea," said Christine.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡK4OphqFbBl 維尼

"I know," said Mike. "But we have to do as the board says."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ2LKaGdm9oS 維尼

"Don't worry, guys, it's only four days," said Zoey. "What's the worse that could happen?"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡpVTN8ch1WP 維尼

***8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡF8DpKxI3El 維尼

Monday came quicker than expected, and dealing with our schedule wasn't as exciting as we thought.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡV2yzCUHFsn 維尼

The first thing was the photo shoot for the Black Kitty Clothesline and Collins made sure to get us out of the house early in the morning. If it wasn't for me waking everyone up before he arrived, we would have all gone in our pyjamas. We were still sleepy when we got to the studio, but when the make-up stylists and clothe designers got to work, we were wide awake and ready to cooperate.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡOUDyVB6FYq 維尼

The painful part about the shoot was that it took almost three hours. We had to try on different outfits and at the same time, change our hairstyles, and our make-up too. It was tiring, but we were done an hour after noon.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡHs8Wo2NEaD 維尼

Straight after lunch, we had to go practice for the concert taking place the next day. And that took another three hours. Not only did we have to work on the dance moves, we also had to go through on how we were to appear on stage. By the time we were done, it was evening and we were so tired. We didn't have time to prepare supper, so Collins ordered take outs instead.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡIiTaCrcgYm 維尼

On a Tuesday, we had to prepare ourselves for the concert, an open concert, at the Miami beach. We were there by noon and there was a huge crowd of fans waiting to get on with the show. The concert lasted till evening and we were exhausted.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡNDc9wmqNfF 維尼

On a Wednesday, we had to prepare ourselves for the Glamour interview and the photo shoot. We first had the interview which was mostly focused on our collaboration with BigBang. We had a few photos taken and straight after that, we had to prepare for the next concert on Thursday.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ1KROGK2ZKh 維尼

When we got to Thursday, we were all impatient for Friday and we seemed to be in a rush to get the concert over and done with. It took place in the evening. Instead of doing things in a rush, we actually ended up enjoying the concert since it was our last day in the U.S. In the end, we sang a goodbye song to our fans and they also sang along. It was a very emotional moment, but one that would be memorable for a lifetime.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5P4HSm2UIv 維尼

Finally, it's Friday.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡgcIVCEdJlU 維尼

"TGIF!" Zoey sang Katy Perry's song, TGIF (Thank God It's Friday) in the car as we were headed for the airport. She kept on bouncing up and down in her seat. Mike and Daniel who sat on either side of her growled in annoyance.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ32wvPLCwBI 維尼

"May you please stop singing that song?" Mike asked. "Even Katy Perry would wonder what's wrong with you."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡXKJK7wBfEY 維尼

"I'm just happy that we're finally going to Korea," said Zoey. "We should all be happy."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡtjKFFbpCRc 維尼

"We are," I said. "Some of us are still exhausted because of the concert."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡj3dsPyHtgX 維尼

"I think I will sleep well when we get on the plane," said Christine who sat right next to me.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡrzxSZuxgMO 維尼

"I wonder why Zoey isn't tired like the rest of us," said Daniel. "It's like she can't stop bouncing."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡKX9BuCT0xc 維尼

"Come on, guys," said Zoey. "Let's lighten up the mood. How about we sing Fantastic Baby by BigBang? Come on, I know we all like it."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡZ36CFhtxb6 維尼

Despite the busy schedule we have had, we always spared time to listen to BigBang's greatest hits. So far, we all liked Fantastic Baby, and it became more of our theme song.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡO92vSN6Aiz 維尼

"Really? Right now?" Collins asked, seated at the passenger front seat. "Haven't you guys sang that song almost a 100 times this week?"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡxjuQlHpXf0 維尼

"I hate to admit," said Lee, on my other side, "it's a very catchy song. I also like it."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡFQczrvxEfm 維尼

"Oh, goodness, Lee," said Collins, shaking his head. "These Toxins have really intoxicated you into their madness."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡjpqHvYDSbh 維尼

"Just admit it, Collins," I said as I raised my eyebrows at him. "You like it too."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡOrHWG4Z5Ra 維尼

"Nah," said Collins as he waved his hand and turned back to face the front.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡSvZOTTE7dc 維尼

I looked behind me and nodded my head at Zoey. Zoey winked at me and she cleared her throat. She sang the chorus of the song:8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡCr04lMtJ70 維尼

"Wow, fantastic baby."8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡThbo1AL35s 維尼

"DANCE!!" The rest of us responded as we bounced on our seats. Collins looked at us with a weird look on his face.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡRdJDiCF9oS 維尼

"OOOOOOOOH!" I wailed.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡMdAYYKhu2B 維尼

"I WANNA DAN, DAN, DAN, DA-DANCE! WOW FANTASTIC BABY! BOOM SHAKALAKA. BOOM SHAKALAKA!"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡM5TaWgMA8o 維尼

We all bounced up and down in our seats as we sang, and all Collins could do was shake his head. Luckily for him, we were already at our destination. He breathed out a sigh of relief as the car stopped and got out immediately. We all laughed. It's so much fun when we had the chance to annoy Collins.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡw1gcGCwR8O 維尼

When we came out of the car, we were greeted by a loud cheer from fans who had come to wish us farewell. It was so sweet of them to do so. They had banners with kind words on them. I'm really going to miss them. They have been so supportive and without them, we wouldn't have reached this far.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡwZNr1hoCfs 維尼

As I pulled my luggage with me inside the airport building, I knew in a matter of minutes, I would be seated in a plane heading to a different place; a different environment. I took in a deep breath. I am always scared of going to new places. I hope we reach our destination safely and we will all enjoy ourselves.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ7LOiE49jCb 維尼

As we continued towards the security checkpoint, behind me, Zoey gave a loud shout out. Her voice echoed all around the place that it caught everyone's attention.8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡ34IXz3LgVm 維尼

"Korea, here we come!"8964 copyright protection467ＰＥＮＡＮＡJ8E4buFgxA 維尼

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