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Nunew Chawarin adjusted his camera, the glow of fairy lights casting a soft, magical glow in the background of his room. With a steaming bowl of noodles beside him and his trusty plushie sitting on the shelf behind him, he was ready to start another stream. His bright smile greeted the viewers as the chat flooded with hearts and playful comments.
“Hello, everyone! It’s me, Nunew!” he chirped, clasping his hands together. “How’s everyone doing? Did you eat yet? Because I’m eating already!”
The chat exploded with messages:
“New, eating already?!”
“Noodles again?!”
“Do you even chew?”
Nunew laughed, his giggles melodic as he twirled his chopsticks in the noodles. “Why are you guys always judging me? Food is life, okay? I can’t game on an empty stomach!”
Just then, a donation alert popped up: Bada Noona has donated.
“Nuu, ignore them. Eat well and conquer tonight’s mission, my prince.”
Nunew grinned, his cheeks dusted with pink. “Noona, you’re always so sweet! And what’s with calling me a prince again? You always make me sound like I’m living in some royal palace!” (*Noona is a korean term a younger boy/man calls a older girl/woman)
The chat jumped in on the joke.
“Kingdom of Noodles!”
“Bada is your royal guard, New!”
Nunew tilted his head thoughtfully. “Hmm, maybe I should accept this role. Noona, can you handle being my guard? It’s a tough job, you know.”
Bada’s next comment popped up:
“Of course, Nuu. I’d protect you from all harm, even if it meant standing between you and a flying chopstick.”
“Yah! Noona, why are you so dramatic?” Nunew said, laughing so hard he had to put his chopsticks down.
Just then, another donation alert popped up: Bada Noona has donated.
“If you finish the mission, I’ll send you something special. Fighting, Nuu!”
Nunew chuckled, fondness in his eyes. “Bada Noona! Always so generous! You’re spoiling me. What’s this special gift, hmm? Is it more noodles?” His chat filled with laughing emojis.
Another message from Bada popped up: “No spoilers. Focus on the game, Nuu!”
As the game heated up, Nunew was laser-focused, his hands moving deftly on the controls. Suddenly, his phone buzzed on the desk, and a notification popped up. He glanced at it briefly before his eyes widened.
“WAIT!” he exclaimed, startling the chat. “Oh my gosh, guys! Zee just tweeted!”
The chat exploded with laughing and heart emojis, knowing exactly what was coming. Nunew grabbed his phone, momentarily forgetting the game on-screen.
“Look, look! He’s promoting the fanmeet tickets!” Nunew gushed, holding his phone up to the camera. “Aww, look at his caption—‘Can’t wait to see you all!’ How cute is that?”
The teasing began immediately:
“Newwww, are you blushing?”
“Zee fanboy mode activated!”
“You’re going to reply, aren’t you?!”
Nunew’s cheeks turned pink as he quickly typed out a reply. “I mean… he might see it, right? I have to!” he said shyly.
His reply read: “So excited for the fanmeet! Fighting, Zee! Mumu!” He even added heart emojis, and the chat went wild. (*Mumu: sniff kiss and snuggles, a playful term Nunew tweeted to Zee)
Bada Noona’s donation came through with a teasing message: “Nuu, don’t blush too hard. Your game is still running!”
Nunew groaned, hiding his face in his hands. “Noona, don’t tease me! Everyone, stop it. I’m just… showing support for a talented artist, okay?” His voice was soft, and the blush on his face only deepened.
The teasing didn’t stop, but Nunew smiled shyly as he returned to the game, his mind clearly still on Zee’s tweet.
As the stream continued, Nunew’s antics shifted between gaming and fangirling. He hummed Zee's new song, Super Secret, while maneuvering through the game, and the chat teased him relentlessly.
“Have you guys listened to Zee’s song yet? It’s so good!” Nunew paused, pressing his hands to his chest. “His voice is like… it’s like warm honey. No, better! His voice is like a warm blanket on a cold day. So smooth, so comforting… I could listen to it forever.”
The chat erupted with teasing:
“New is so whipped!”
“Confess already!”
“Zee’s #1 fan is right here!”
Nunew squealed, hiding behind his plushie. “Yah! Don’t expose me like this!”
Bada Noona chimed in, her words perfectly timed:
“My prince, your love for music rivals your skill in battle. Nuu, a prince deserves nothing but the finest music. Zee’s voice was made for you.”
Nunew giggled, shaking his head. “Noona, you’re so dramatic.”
After hours of determination, Nunew finally cleared the mission. He jumped up, nearly knocking over his chair in his excitement. “YES! I did it! Noona, where’s my reward?!”
Moments later, a notification appeared: Bada Noona has donated fanmeet tickets to Zee’s event.
“WHAT?!” Nunew screamed, clutching his cheeks. “Noona, are you serious?! Zee fanmeet tickets? Oh my gosh, you’re the best! The absolute best! I love you!”
The chat exploded:
“New is gonna faint for real!”
“Bada Noona is legendary!”
But then another comment appeared from Bada:
“This is only your first surprise. The second awaits at the fanmeet. Be patient.”
Nunew gasped dramatically, flailing his arms. “Noona! What’s the second surprise? Tell me now! I hate waiting!”
But no amount of pleading got him the answer. Even after the stream, Nunew sent Bada a private message, asking if she’d be at the fanmeet so they could meet. However, Bada didn’t reply.
Fanmeet Day
When the day arrived, Nunew was practically vibrating with excitement as he sat in the audience. When Zee finally stepped onto the stage, radiant under the lights, Nunew’s heart skipped a beat. Zee looked even more perfect in real life, his smile bright and his voice like a melody that filled the room.
Throughout the fanmeet, Nunew couldn’t shake the feeling that Zee’s gaze lingered on him longer than anyone else. Each glance made his cheeks flush, and by the end, he was convinced he must be imagining it.
When the event ended, just as Nunew was about to leave, a staff member approached him.
“Excuse me, Mr. Nunew? Zee would like to meet you backstage.”
“Me?” Nunew squeaked, his eyes wide.
“Yes. He mentioned he’s a fan of your streams.”
Backstage, Nunew stood nervously, his heart pounding as Zee approached him. Up close, Zee was even more breathtaking, his smile warm and inviting.
“Hi, Nunew,” Zee greeted, his deep voice smooth and steady.
“H-Hi, Zee… um, Mr. Zee,” Nunew stammered, bowing so deeply he almost lost his balance. “I can’t believe this is happening!”
Zee chuckled, his eyes twinkling. “No need to be so formal. I’ve been watching your streams, you know.”
Nunew’s jaw dropped. “You… you have?”
Zee nodded, his expression amused. “Of course. You’re very entertaining. Your fans adore you—especially one in particular.”
Nunew tilted his head, confused. “One in particular?”
Zee smirked, his tone playful. “Tell me, Nuu… do you like your second surprise?”
Nunew froze, his heart skipping a beat. Nuu. His mind raced, piecing it all together: the nickname, the surprises.
“No way…” Nunew whispered, his eyes widening. “You’re... Bada Noona?”
Zee’s smirk softened into a smile as he straightened his posture, his voice shifting to a formal, regal tone. “My prince, it has been my honor to serve you from the shadows. Your happiness is my greatest reward.”
Nunew gasped, clutching his cheeks. “Oh my gosh, oh my gosh! You were Bada Noona this whole time?! And you let me fangirl about you?! This is so embarrassing!”
Zee laughed, his deep voice filled with amusement. “It was adorable, especially your Under the Sea dance. I think I deserve a private performance now.”
Nunew groaned, his cheeks bright red. “Stop teasing me! I’m so embarrassed!”
“How about I make it up to you?” Zee offered, his voice softer now. “Dinner after this? I’d love to hear more about why my voice is like a warm blanket.”
Nunew peeked at him through his fingers, his heart pounding. “O-Okay… but only if you promise not to make fun of me anymore!”
Zee smirked, his tone playful again. “No promises.”
A Few Weeks Later
Nunew was streaming again, styling a character in a new game. The chat teased him relentlessly, pointing out how much the character resembled Zee.
“No way! Zee’s way more handsome,” Nunew pouted, adjusting the character’s glasses.
Suddenly, a low chuckle echoed from off-camera. Nunew froze, puffing his cheeks in mock annoyance as he turned to the side. “Yah, don’t laugh at me!”
Moments later, Zee appeared in the frame, wrapping his arms around Nunew in a back hug. “Here’s a Mumu for my Nuu,” he teased, kissing Nunew’s cheek.
The chat exploded with shock and excitement.
Nunew pouted adorably, glancing at the camera. “See? I told you guys he looks better than the character.”
And with that, the Super Secret was officially out.