• The lights inside the movie theater slowly dimmed, and the giant screen lit up the dark room. Ann leaned back in her seat, unable to hide her excitement. Tonight was special.

She was finally watching the newest movie starring her favorite actor, Lee Jun Young.

For years, she had admired him from afar. On screen, he was famous for his powerful villain roles—cold stares, sharp words, and an intimidating presence that could send chills down anyone’s spine. But off screen, he was completely different. Shy, quiet, and surprisingly adorable with his gummy smile, Lee Jun Young had captured Ann’s heart long ago.

As the movie played, Ann couldn’t stop smiling whenever he appeared on the screen. Her eyes followed every movement, every expression.

Then, during a quiet scene, she shifted slightly in her seat and glanced toward the empty chair beside her.

At least, she thought it was empty.

Her breath caught in her throat.

Sitting right next to her was a man wearing a black cap and a face mask. For a moment, she paid no attention—until he turned his head slightly.

Those eyes.

That smile.

Ann froze.

No way.

Her heart nearly stopped.

It was Lee Jun Young.

The real Lee Jun Young.

Sitting right beside her.

For a second, Ann wondered if she was dreaming. She blinked once. Twice.

He was still there.

Meanwhile, Lee Jun Young seemed completely unaware of the storm raging inside her mind as he continued watching the movie, looking just as calm and relaxed as any ordinary person enjoying a night at the cinema.

Ann gripped the armrest tightly, trying not to scream.

Of all the seats in the entire theater…

Why was her idol sitting next to her?*