As I walked into the practice room, my heart raced with anticipation.. As I looked around the room, my eyes fell on Jiwoong, who was chatting with some of the other trainees. There was something about him that caught my attention during the auditions, and I couldn't help but feel drawn to himever since.

As we began to work together, I quickly realized that we had a natural chemistry. Our movements complemented each other perfectly, and it felt like we had been dancing together for years. As my boy counterpart for the week, I couldn't envision anyone else as my partner to be honest.

As the days went on, I found myself struggling to keep my feelings in check. I couldn't deny the chemistry between us, and every time we were together, my heart felt like it was going to burst out of my chest. But I knew that we couldn't act on our feelings.

On Friday morning, as we took a break, Jiwoong turned to me with a smile.

"Hey, Allison," he said. "I was thinking maybe we could grab some lunch together after morning practice?"

My heart skipped a beat at the thought of spending more time with him, but I knew that we couldn't take things any further. I hesitated for a moment before responding, "I'd love to,"

Those big brown eyes twirled in glee as he was clearly happy I agreed to spend more time with him. He has been my rock during these training days and without his helpful demeanor it wouldn't have gone as smoothly.

I had wanted the Main Vocal spot and it had been a very big discussing, yet he had been the voice of reason and had made me see I would be better suited for the Lead Vocal spot and that was what I had done.

Till late at night we practiced. As we did that, we shared our hopes and dreams, and I found myself opening up to him in a way that I hadn't with anyone else. Jiwoong and I continued to spend time together outside of practice. We would grab dinner or explore the city, and I cherished every moment we spent together. But as much as I enjoyed his company, I was realistic. I couldn't afford not to be. Not when I was in a competition.

Next week he might be drafted in another group and I would have to beat his score. But for this week, we were best friends.

I can't help but feel grateful for the bond that Jiwoong and I share. Our connection may be unspoken, but it is there, simmering just below the surface. And as we continue on this journey together, I know that no matter what happens, we will always have each other's backs.