After dinner, we filed into the main hall like prisoners awaiting sentencing.
The massive screen dominated the space, displaying team assignments in blazing neon graphics.
SWEET TEAM A: Oh Jisoo and nine other trainees flickered across the screen in pastel pink.
SWEET TEAM B: Im Sejin, Han Daeun, and their teammates appeared in soft lavender.
SPICY TEAM A: Lee Hyunki's name blazed in crimson alongside nine others.
SPICY TEAM B: Seo Haejun and Kim Taeyong headed the second spicy group in deep burgundy.
HOT TEAM A: My name appeared in orange flames with Park Yuhyun beside me.
HOT TEAM B: Kang Minjae and Yoo Harin led the rival hot team in molten yellow.
COOL TEAM A: Lee Jinwook's name glowed in icy blue.
COOL TEAM B: Choi Doyun commanded the final team in silver.
Cameras swept through the crowd, hunting for nervous energy. I kept my expression neutral while my pulse hammered.
PD Kwon appeared center stage, tablet gleaming.
