From Thug to Idol: Transmigrating to a Survival Show

The members made their way backstage, feeling satisfied with their performance.

"That was awesome!" Jisung exclaimed. "I really felt the thrill of it all."

"Ah, that was the best," Zeth said. "I nearly cried during our first performance. I can't wait to watch the rerun and replay my part over and over again."

Ren shook his head in disbelief.

"Anyway, did you guys see their faces when we sang in Chinese? It was epic! It was as if they had a newfound respect for us," Sehun chimed.

"Well, we're very lucky to have June on our team," Jaeyong said, wrapping one arm around his shoulders.

June shook his head in amusement.

As they arrived at the tent, the once hostile eyes now looked at them with amazement.

They turned down the volume of their voices as they made their way to their designated area. Akira looked around and smirked.

"I guess the biggest revenge is truly proving people's assumptions wrong," he said. "Look at how they look at us now."

June mirrored his smirk as he leaned against the chair.

They continued talking about their epic performance when someone suddenly cleared his throat.

The boys stopped talking when they saw the two members of ELEV8 who badmouthed them, along with the sane guy beside them.

The members of EVE glanced at each other with questioning eyes, wondering what they were doing there.

"Umm," Aaron started off, scratching the back of his neck since he didn't know what to say.

June pursed his lips as he waited for his statement.

"We just wanted to come here and say that you guys did an amazing job," he said. "Along with that, my members want to apologize for talking bad about your group."

One of the members clicked his tongue. "I didn't think you would be fluent in Chinese."

June chuckled. "So, if I didn't understand what you were saying, you wouldn't apologize?"

He pursed his lips. "Well, I was wrong," he admitted. "You guys did a great job. So, we apologize."

June smiled and patted his shoulder. "Well, at least you guys are brave enough to apologize for your wrongdoings. Good job, kiddo," he complimented.

His eyes widened in surprise, and he turned to Aaron and asked, "Wait, isn't he younger than me?"

Aaron ignored his statement and brought something out of his pocket.

June frowned in confusion. "Do you still need something?" he asked.

Aaron felt his cheeks warm up as he gave June his phone along with a marker.

"Actually," he said, his cheeks becoming red. "I've been a big fan of you since Rising Stars. I've always wanted to become an idol, so when I heard there was going to be a survival show here, I applied right away in hopes of being like you."

"I was an individual trainee, too, and there were times when I felt like giving up, but seeing you overcome your struggles on the show encouraged me during my darkest times."

"So, if you could, can you sign on my phone?" he shyly asked.

Aaron's teammates looked at him with wide eyes.

"What the-"

"Our leader is a fan?"

June's eyebrows raised in surprise. He debuted barely a year ago, yet he had already inspired someone to chase after his dreams in the process?

A small smile appeared on June's lips as he signed Aaron's phone.

Aaron's face couldn't be painted as June gave his phone back. He looked at his signature with wonder.

Casper pursed his lips and wanted to interrupt, but Sehun restrained him before he could

move.

"There, there," he said. "June has a lot of fans. It can't just be you."

"Thank you so much, senior," Aaron bowed. "Please don't forget about me when you become famous here, too."

"What do you mean?" June asked.

Aaron's smile widened. "Well, based on your performance, I believe that you're going to be the greatest topic of the event! You should tell your company to capitalize on your popularity

here."

June chuckled in amusement at his advice. "Alright," he said. "I'll be sure to do that."

However, June really couldn't trust their new CEO.

"Well, we best be going," Aaron said. "Thanks again, senior,"

June nodded and waved at them as they left. The two reluctantly waved back, but June didn't

mind much.

As soon as they were gone, he turned to face his teammates again.

"What did they say?" Ren curiously asked.

"Oh, that guy is a fan," he said, pertaining to Aaron.

"Dang," Zeth said. "Did he want my autograph too?"

"No," the other members deadpanned.

Zeth clicked his tongue and sulked in the corner.

Meanwhile, Jaeyong brought up a topic that June didn't expect.

"We had a successful performance in this festival, but now that it's over, don't you guys think that it's weird how we were sent here in the first place?" he asked.

"Hmm," Ren hummed, stroking his chin. "Now that you talk about it, it seems like only Robbie is the only other foreign artist to perform here. If it weren't for June, we would end up

with the same fate as him."

Jisung frowned. "So, what are you guys insinuating?"

"I'm not sure," Jaeyong shrugged. "CEO Lei is always kind to us, though, and he's

significantly better than Mr. Ong."

Zeth nodded. "Maybe he just didn't know."

June clicked his tongue. "I'll give you guys a piece of advice," he said.

The members focused on him.

"Don't trust people so easily," he continued. "Especially those who are on the top. Don't you

find it weird how fast he got to his position?"

The members felt enlightened; however, they were still confused.

Jaeyong was about to ask June to clarify his statement, but before he could do that, he froze

when he saw someone behind June's back.

The other members also gasped, causing June to frown in confusion.

"What?" he asked.

Jaeyong shakily pointed to the person behind him, looking star-struck.

Still, with a frown, June turned around.

He didn't know what he was expecting, but it definitely wasn't this.

"Angel Zhang?"