The second week of promotions had finally commenced, and the boys were excited to show everybody their performance for 'Luster.'
Fans from various fandoms filled the venue as they waited for the show to finally start. EVE opted for a live performance instead of a pre-recorded one for this particular stage because they wanted to perform the song not only to their fans but also to other fandoms.
Bora, however, wasn't a fan of that. She groaned as she rested her arms on the barricade. "Why couldn't they pre-record this performance? Soo-min, Wei, and Nari didn't make it because of these gremlins," she said while glancing at the other fans in the pit.
Jia clicked her tongue. "That's not nice, Bora."
"I've never been nice. They should get used to it. Besides, most of them are on their phones right now. The place would have been more hyped if only astras were here," she said.
Jia sighed as she shook her head. As much as Bora was right, she could feel the scrutinizing stares of the other fans in the room.
So, Jia shut her mouth and focused her gaze on the stage instead. Honestly, she didn't care if EVE performed at a ditch, an irrigation, or even at a zoo. As long as it's EVE, Jia was happy to watch.
Moreover, they spoiled that they were going to perform 'Luster,' which was Bora's and Jia's favorite song on the album. They definitely can't miss out on the chance.
Finally, EVE arrived on the stage, bathed in a dazzling array of lights that danced across the excited faces of the crowd.
Cheers were heard in the venue, making the walls shake as enthusiastic fans raved about their favorite idols.
The members of EVE smiled warmly at their fans.
"Hi, guys!" Akira excitedly chimed. "It's nice seeing you here again. This is our last week of music show promotions, so let's enjoy it, okay?"
The fans exclaimed in disappointment when Akira said this would be their last week.
"Don't worry, though!" Jaeyong quickly said. "We'll meet each other more often. This isn't the last time you'll be seeing us, so don't be too sad."
Jisung nodded in agreement. "Our astras are very pretty, so of course, we have to see them more often."
That seemed to do the trick as the fans became giddy.
June shook his head in amusement. His members were truly a force to be reckoned with. How can they say such statements with straight faces?
Meanwhile, Jia was busy ogling the members and their outfits. Each member of EVE exuded their own unique charm while dressed in whimsical French-inspired ensembles.
June had a beret perched atop his head and a white jacket tied around his neck. All in all, he looked like a youthful boy-next-door who smelled of cookies and milk.
"Ah, he's so cute," Jia couldn't help but exclaim.
Since Jia and Bora were in the front, June was able to hear them. And for a moment, June smiled at Jia and gave her a small wave. However, that seemed to trigger other fans' delusions as they discussed who the smile was for.
"Oh gosh. I think June just waved at me."
"Nuh-uh. He was smiling at me before he waved. That was definitely for me."
"Guys, it's me. I'm June's wife."
Jia smirked as she glanced at the girls behind her and by her side. That was, most definitely, for her.
"We're going to show you our performance now," Zeth said. "It's somewhat different from 'Skyrocket,' but I hope you guys still enjoy it!"
As they took their positions on stage, the anticipation hung thick in the air. 'Luster' was definitely a favorite among the fans. However, other fandoms weren't familiar with it since it wasn't EVE's title track for this comeback.
With the opening notes of their B-side track, EVE launched into their performance with a completely different energy. They had wide smiles on their faces, and it appeared like they were very proud of this particular song.
"One, you're the one for me,
In your eyes, that's where I long to be
Two, you're too good to be true,
With every smile, my love for you grew."
June sang the first verse, once again showing his versatility as a vocalist. His voice sounded sweet yet not too cute. Instead, it sounded supported, healthy, and stable.
With his utterance, other fandoms became curious. They placed their phones in their pockets and wondered what was in store for their performance.
Their vocals, smooth as silk and sweet as honey, took the audience on a giddy ride when you first realize you had a growing crush.
"Three, you're the light in my dark,
In your presence, I find my spark.
Four, you're my guiding star,
In your love, I've found my avatar."
Despite the lack of elaborate choreography, EVE's stage presence drew the audience into their world with every note they sang. It once again showed their raw talents and undeniable charisma that captivated the hearts of the audience.
"Cause I'm tongue-tied, and I'm hypnotized.
Every single time I look into your eyes.
Yeah, you always make me mesmerized.
Need you with me, for life."
As the chorus erupted, the magic of EVE's performance reached its peak.
Simple yet addictive, the choreography comprised upper body movements that flowed effortlessly. With how simple it was, the audience could see themselves dancing to the song too!
"I'm going to explode," Jia said, gripping Bora's hand for dear life. "I can't believe they're doing this. It's so cute!"
Bora nodded in agreement, jiving to the beat as EVE proceeded to the second verse. She already liked this performance better than 'Skyrocket,' and she also saw most of the crowd jamming to the song.
"You're the coffee to my mornings, the chocolate to my treat.
With you, life is always sweet.
You're the sunshine to my day, the moonlight to my night.
With you, everything just feels so right."
"I feel like this song is going to be viral," Bora said, already claiming it.
After the bridge, they sang the chorus one more time. Rainbow-colored confetti scattered the room, adding to the warm and fun vibes that the song emitted.
"Cause I'm tongue-tied, and I'm hypnotized.
Yeah, you always make me mesmerized.
Need you with me for life."
Then, June made his way to the middle, a small smile on his face. He looked like an angel that had just descended on Earth, making the audience turn silent so they could focus on his face.
Then, as the last line approached, his smile widened, his eyes turning into crescent moons.
"Need you with me...for life."
