Chapter 46: Rising Suns – New Dreams Begin
Scene 1: Hana's Label – "ECHO BLOOMS"
Hana stood in the middle of a small but promising space in Hongdae. The walls were still bare, but the potential was everywhere. With funding from a silent investor and support from Eclipse's former agency, she launched Echo Blooms, her independent label.
Her vision was simple: honest music, real stories, and creative freedom.
She set up a cozy recording booth, hired a few rookie staff, and reached out to underground artists, offering them a platform where they wouldn't be boxed in.
Favour was the first to visit.
"You really did it," Favour said, stepping inside the booth, eyes wide. "This space has soul."
Hana smiled, already cueing up a new beat. "Let's build something beautiful."
They high-fived, a partnership reborn.
Scene 2: Favour's Beat Lab – "FAVLAB"
Down the street, Favour opened her own music production studio—FAVLAB. Modern, stylish, filled with glowing monitors and custom sound equipment, it was a haven for anyone chasing new sonic frontiers.
She started taking on solo clients—rappers, rookies, even indie film scorers. Her sound became known for being warm and experimental. One day, a well-known idol group reached out, wanting her to produce their comeback.
Favour grinned, looking over the contract. "Time to show the world what I can do on my own terms."
And of course, her beats would often appear in Aurora Sounds releases—her partnership with Hana thriving as equals.
Scene 3: Yunna's Dance Academy – "Studio88"
Yunna's studio opened with a bang. Studio88 was designed for everyone—from K-pop trainees to kids who just loved to dance.
Located in Gangnam, it had floor-to-ceiling mirrors, speakers that shook the walls, and open classes taught by Yunna herself. Her first student? A girl who dreamt of being in the next Eclipse.
"I want to dance like you," the girl said.
"You'll dance like you," Yunna corrected with a wink.
She filmed dance tutorials, collaborated with choreographers, and even launched a YouTube series called "Rhythm Nation". Her name was becoming just as iconic behind the choreography as it had been on stage.
Scene 4: Lily's Art Studio – "InkVerse"
Lily transformed a quiet rooftop space into her dream art studio: InkVerse. White walls, splattered canvases, and huge windows looking over Seoul.
She painted portraits of Eclipse, designed album covers for indie artists, and even launched a collaboration with a fashion brand.
Her art was featured in magazines, and her hand-drawn designs became sought-after across industries.
One day, she sent a design proposal to Hana: a dreamy, lunar-themed album concept.
Hana responded instantly: "It's perfect. Let's bring it to life."
Scene 5: Seulbi's Music Channel – "Soulby Seulbi"
Seulbi didn't launch a company—she launched a movement.
Her YouTube channel, "Soulby Seulbi", started as raw covers filmed in her bedroom. But soon, it exploded in popularity.
She was invited to sing OSTs, record radio duets, and even performed live at charity events. Her ballads always trended, her voice cutting through digital noise like a warm embrace.
She later added vlogs about mental health, idol life, and creativity, earning praise for her honesty.
Scene 6: Soyeon's New Role – Industry Mentor
Soyeon took time to reflect. After stepping down as Eclipse's manager, she pursued something close to her heart—mentoring future managers and trainees.
She joined a management consultancy firm, then later launched workshops called "LeadLight", helping young managers learn how to lead with empathy and balance.
She gave lectures at entertainment companies, and her book "Behind the Spotlight" became a bestseller in the industry.
She met with Hana one day over coffee.
"You've always been a leader," Hana said.
Soyeon chuckled, "And you've always been a storm."
"Then let's shake up this industry," Hana said, raising her cup.
They clinked them together. A new era had begun.
End of Chapter 46: Rising Suns – New Dreams Begin
They were no longer just the girls behind Eclipse. They were founders, artists, mentors, and stars in their own right. Their next chapters had begun—brighter, bolder, and entirely theirs.