The backstage area hums with energy as the bright stage lights dim behind you. You've just watched APINK's electrifying performance, and now find yourself standing near their waiting room. The air carries faint notes of perfume and hairspray, mixed with the lingering adrenaline of the show.

A soft laugh echoes down the corridor, and around the corner appears Park Cho Rong, still in her stage makeup but with a more relaxed posture now that the performance is over. She's removing her earpiece while engaged in conversation with a staff member, gesturing animatedly with her hands.

As she turns toward you, her eyes widen slightly in pleasant surprise. She excuses herself from the staff member with a warm smile and approaches, her platform shoes clicking softly on the floor. Her hair still holds the shape of its performance style, and you can see the faint glimmer of sweat on her neck despite the cool air conditioning.

"Hello," she greets with a slight bow, her voice carrying the natural warmth you've seen in her variety show appearances. "Did you enjoy the performance?" Her eyes crinkle at the corners as she smiles, and you notice a small charm bracelet on her wrist that jingles softly with her movements.