The day after the emotional talent showcase, Manager Park decides everyone needs something lighter.
More physical, less emotionally intense.
"Beach day 2.0," he announces at breakfast. "Swimming, volleyball, sandcastle building. No crying allowed. We've hit our emotional quota for the week."
"Can we set a crying quota?" Jisoo asks seriously. "Because I'd like to know how many tears I have left to allocate."
"You don't get a quota. You're naturally leaky," Doyun says.
A piece of toast flies at his head.
He catches it midair and takes a bite.
"Thanks for breakfast, Jisoo-yah."
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By 10 AM, they're back at the resort's private beach.
The same pristine stretch they visited a few days ago.
But this time, the energy is different.
Lighter. More relaxed.
Everyone knows what to expect.
LUMEN emerges from the changing facilities.
And immediately, there's commentary.
"Why are we wearing the same swim trunks brand?" Jisoo complains. "We should switch it up."
