Ever since my brother went off to follow his dreams, I've been feeling like nothing is going up or down, right or wrong. He was the best older brother anyone could ever have. But good memories don't last forever.

My brother wanted to be a rapper and make it big in the music business. He wanted us to be able to share our gifts with the world. Unfortunately, our parents were vehemently against his aspirations. They constantly argued with him, especially our father, about his dreams and plans for the future.

They believed that his pursuit would only bring him pain and disappointment. The arguments became so intense that our father even threatened to disown him and exclude him from his will and assets if he didn't give up on his dreams immediately.

The last time I saw my brother, he stood at the front door with his bag and suitcase, determined to never give up on his dreams. He made it clear that our parents may not realize it now, but they had lost a son. As he left, he left behind a signed contract stating that he would take on our mother's maiden name once our father signed it, which our father did as soon as the door closed.

My mother and I were deeply hurt when he left, and I never forgave my father for forcing my brother to leave our home. From that point on, my parents constantly argued, causing their relationship to deteriorate over time. There were occasions when my father would sleep in the guestroom not even greeting us in the morning or any time for that matter.

My mother stopped cooking, opting to take me out to eat instead, or she would take me to her friend's house for dinner and we'd stay there for a couple of days. She didn't want to be in the smae place my father was if she could prevent it. Gradually, my father became more and more absent from my life, leaving early in the morning and returning late at night.

It was evident that he had developed a drinking problem and was engaging in infidelity with a woman in her prime weekly. One day, after returning home from an audition together, my mother and I discovered my father with that same woman in their shared bedroom. My mother cried for days and nights, unable to bear the sight of him bringing that woman into our home and leaving it in disarray.

She had supported everything he had done, but this was the last straw. The loud noises in the middle of the night were unbearable to my young self. All my mother could do was hold me close, singing me to sleep with her soothing voice, trying to drown out the disturbing sounds and transport me to a peaceful dreamland.

In the subsequent year, when their case was brought before the court, my mother emerged victorious, securing a divorce from my father and obtaining custody of me. Subsequently, she whisked me away to another country upon discovering that I had successfully passed the audition.

At the time of our arrival in the new land, I was promptly summoned by the company for which I had auditioned. Without delay, I was immersed in rigorous training. Recognizing the need to exert myself to the fullest, I dedicated all my efforts in the hopes of realizing my dreams.

As time passed, I crossed paths with three other girls who had also successfully passed the auditions. Together, we underwent relentless training day and night, striving to become the epitome of excellence. We were destined to debut as the new girl group within the next two years, leaving no room for complacency. Our bond grew stronger as we shared countless experiences, gradually unveiling each other's personal histories.

While the two eldest members had complete and happy families, the second youngest and I quickly formed a close connection due to our shared family struggles, particularly her mother's infidelity and subsequent departure from her father.

Our camaraderie transcended mere friendship; we became sisters. And after years of arduous training, we finally made our debut as 'FSP: Fallen Star Princesses,' marking the beginning of our journey.

Throughout all these years, my brother's whereabouts has remained a mystery to me. It is as if he has never been a part of my life, and this realization is painful to accept. The chances of finding him diminish with each passing day, and this thought constantly occupies my mind.

The longing for him is evident in my actions, as I yearn for his presence. Aware of my story, our manager Kim Mina suggested that I channel my emotions and experiences into composing a song that pays tribute to our relationship.

Initially, I struggled and became frustrated while attempting to craft the lyrics. However, as I recalled how my brother used to hold onto his necklace, take a deep breath, and resume writing, I found inspiration. Witnessing his determination motivated me to persevere, and it worked wonders!

The key was to never give up, clear my mind, and allow my emotions to guide me. Once I finished writing, a smile formed on my face, despite a few tears escaping involuntarily. I gazed at the sky, where the sun shone brightly, and whispered, "Even though you are beyond my reach, you still feel so near. You have always been and will forever remain the guiding light in my life. Thank you, dear brother."

Later on, I commenced the process of producing and recording it gradually. Throughout the weeks spent in my studio, I was undisturbed by others. My presence was solely for the purpose of practicing and resting.

Occasionally, my companions would visit to deliver the requested food and beverages. Aware that isolating myself during significant endeavors did not align with the views of the eldest, I anticipated her eventual arrival at my studio to coax me out.

The eldest member of the group paid a visit to my studio and knocked on my door before peering inside. Surprisingly, she had only left me alone for two days this time, a new record, as she had previously left me undisturbed for four days. She furrowed her brow slightly and said, "Mi-Yeon, aren't you hungry? Se-Young is cooking."

I replied, my gaze still fixed on the laptop screen, "No Noona, I'm fine. I already had a sandwich and two bottles of water."

She let out a sigh, refusing to give up, "Mi-Yeon, you need to eat something more substantial. You can't sustain yourself on mere snacks, sandwiches, and water or juice. You require a proper meal, and your friends want to see you."

I let out a breath, realizing that I wouldn't be able to win this argument. "Alright, Noona, I'll come downstairs in approximately twenty minutes." She nodded and departed, leaving me alone in the recording room.

While we were all dining in silence, Se-Young Noona inquired, "Have you finally completed your solo song?"

I took a sip of my water and nodded, replying, "Yes, I have finally finished it, Noona."

Dam-Hee Noona gently placed her spoon down and gazed at me with a smile. "Do you think this will finally catch his attention? Could this be it?"

I pondered for a moment and responded, "I'm not sure, but I hope so. I composed it using similar notes we used to sing together. However, I intentionally excluded the special notes that were created solely by him and me."

Min-Jin firmly grasped my hand; she knew how much I wanted to be reunited with my brother. "Through this song, I truly hope he will remember my voice, recognize the notes, and come searching for me."

While the others engaged in a different conversation, my thoughts wandered back to my younger days. I reminisced about the times when my brother and I used to sing together, creating music on his piano. Our shared musical talent brought us closer, and those moments were truly remarkable. However, everything took a turn when our father discovered our musical endeavors.

He strictly prohibited me from singing or playing music in his presence or within the house. It felt as though our father had abruptly switched personalities, and my brother continued to play the piano and sing on his own, but only when I was not around to shield me from our father's wrath.

Nonetheless, one day, my brother had reached his breaking point and confronted our father for denying me the opportunity to sing. Unfortunately, the outcome was far from favorable, as our father threatened to disown my brother.

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Author POV

A few weeks later, the girls were going to the company every day to rehearse for their upcoming tour. Ever since Mi-Yeon's solo song went viral, their fans, known as Stars, have been eagerly requesting a tour. While Mi-Yeon focused on practicing her dance moves with Se-Young, Min-Jin and Dam-Hee warmed up their voices.

Each of them was engrossed in their own tasks until their manager called them over. As they gathered around her, she shared that she had some exciting news. Se-Young glanced at the group before asking Manager Mina, "What is it?" With a smile, their manager revealed, "After your tour, you will be collaborating with the boy group, 'OSK'."

The girls were overjoyed! They cheered loudly, already familiar with the talented members of 'OSK'. And let's be honest, each of them had a crush on one of the members. But who could blame them? The members of 'OSK' were incredibly handsome, talented and well mannered from what they have witnessed on social media.

After practice, which concluded around 12 PM, they all headed home to rest for the next day. Upon arriving home, the girls freshened up and gathered in Se-Young's room with their pillows and blankets. They settled comfortably in bed and began to chat...

Min-Jin exclaimed with excitement, tightly hugging her pillow, "Can you believe it?!" Se-Young responded while lying on her stomach, "No, I still can't believe it. We're going to have the opportunity to work with OSK!"

"This is going to be the most thrilling experience ever. I can't wait to meet Young-Soo," Dam-Hee said, unknowingly smiling at the thought of meeting the male Idol.

Min-Jin sat up and smirked at Dam-Hee, saying, "Do I detect a hint of a crushing, Noona?" Immediately, Dam-Hee sat up with wide eyes and rose- colored cheeks. "What?! No!! I am simply excited to work with the best boy group. And who are you to talk, huh? I've seen your lock screen!" Dam-Hee retorted, smirking back at Min-Jin.

Se-Young couldn't suppress her laughter. "Indeed, it's quite amusing. The walls in your room are adorned with various pictures of Jae-Hyuk, while your gallery is brimming with snapshots of Young-Soo, Dam-Hee Noona."

Dam-Hee and Min-Jin exchanged stern glances, and Min-Jin retorted, "And what about you?! You possess a clandestine playlist consisting solely of Ki-Hoon's songs and raps. You even went as far as editing some of the OSK songs to include only Ki-Hoon's parts!" They all locked eyes, but soon succumbed to uncontrollable laughter.

Mi-Yeon POV

While they chuckled and conversed, I found myself gazing at the ceiling, lost in my own thoughts. I relished the tranquility within my mind, until Min-Jin Noona took notice of my silence.

"Hey, Mi-Yeon, what about you? You've been unusually quiet. Who do you have a crush on in OSK?" I turned towards my three Noonas and let out a sigh before responding, "I don't have a crush on any of them."

"Oh, really, Mi-Yeon?" Min-Jin exchanged a glance with the others. "Are you absolutely certain you're telling us the truth? Or is our youngest memeber deceiving us?" I playfully rolled my eyes at them.

"No, I have no clue what you're talking about, Noonas. I don't have a crush on any of them." I closed my eyes and smiled, until I felt hands pinching and tickling me. I burst into laughter as they continued to tickle me, insisting that I provide them with an answer.

After regaining my composure, Se-Young Noona inquired, "So, who is it?" I shook my head and responded, "I have feelings for Min-Jun. He possesses an incredible voice and remarkable talent. Moreover, his eye smile is incredibly endearing, and his stage presence is captivating." Unable to contain her excitement, Dam-Hee Noona playfully pinched my cheeks.

We continued our conversation for a little while longer. However, Dam-Hee eventually glanced at Se-Young's watch and exclaimed, "Alright, girls, it's time to go to bed. Our tour begins in two days, and we have training tomorrow. We should take advantage of this opportunity to get some quality sleep." Se-Young then covered us with the blanket and turned off the lights.

As I lay there, I clutched onto my necklace and drifted off to sleep, reminiscing about the cherished memories of my brother from days gone by.

"Ok , now lets go to bed girls . In two days our tour will start and we have training tomorrow . We have to get some good sleep while we still have the chance to " Jennie pulled the cover over us after turning off the lights.Except for me... I held onto my necklace, and fell asleep a few minutes later as tears escaped my eyes .

Morning soon arrived. I woke up and stretched. Once I finished yawning, I realized that I was all alone in the room . I got of the bed and opened the door . As I made my way out of the room, the smell of Jennie's wonderful cooking filled my nostrils. I walked to my room and saw that my clothes were already placed on my bed for me .

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I went into my bathroom , did my morning routine . Got dressed and styled my hair *

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As I made my way downstairs I saw Rose Noona checking a few bags on the couch . Jisoo Noona was constantly going in and out of the house as she took bags outside . And Jennie was packing some food.

As I got downstairs. Jennie Noona looked up and saw me. "Oh Lisa your up . Come help me please" I walked into the kitchen and she handed me two lunchboxes. "Can you take those to the car and help Rose and Jisoo Noona with the bags ?" I simply nodded and did as she asked. After a while all four of us were sitting in the car , as Jisoo Noona was driving .

Rose Noona began to eat and Jennie was feeding Jisoo as she also feed herself . It was completely silent . Until I could take it anymore. So where are we going ? No one said anything about having to be on the road today.

Rose Noona stopped eating chuckled nervously "Oh , I completely forgot . Manager Mina said that the tour has been pushed forward since the tickets were printed out wrong. So tonight were flying out of the country , and tomorrow night is our first concert."

I looked at them as all of them awkwardly laughed. The knew that I didn't like things to go unplanned . Which is how things were going now . I inhaled and exhaled. "Okay. But where are we going now ?"

Jisoo Noona swallowed her spit and said: "We're going to the company . Were having an early training session with our backup dancers. And another thing we forgot to mention...Manager Mina said that you'll, be leading the practice today ."

I sighed as I was trying to control my anger . I finished my breakfast and we got to the company. As Jisoo said , I had to lead the dance session.

We Kept on practicing and training till 7o'clock . And as planned we left the country. During the entire flight I slept as we went out of the country during Nighttime.

As I slept in my chair I began to dream about my older brother. I was peacefully dreaming about the good old times, when I was shaken out of my dreams. I slowly opened my eyes and saw Rose . She smiled at me. "Come on get up, we're landing." I smiled back at her and yawned.