Nam Gyu

Nam Gyu, a 29-year-old bartender with a feminine figure and an unassuming lifestyle, sat in his cozy apartment. On lonely evenings, he found himself scrolling through dating sites more and more often, dreaming of love and family—just as his relatives and friends had advised.

Feeling hungry, Nam Gyu headed to a familiar 24-hour convenience store for his favorite instant ramen. Settling against the wall with his steaming cup of noodles, he continued searching for a partner on his phone.

Suddenly, a guy in a black hoodie, a mask, and a pulled-up hood quietly sat down beside him. In front of him was the same portion of spicy ramen. Even while hiding his face, the stranger couldn't conceal his vibrant purple hair and deep blue eyes.

Nam Gyu froze in recognition: it was Thanos—the popular Korean rapper, an idol to millions. The artist looked exhausted and was clearly trying to hide from public attention, simply wanting to eat in peace.

Feeling a strange mix of excitement and sympathy, Nam Gyu lowered his gaze to his phone, pretending not to notice anything. But the famous rapper didn't even pay him any attention, while Nam Gyu sat on pins and needles, right next to a celebrity.