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A Korean American woman living in Berlin becomes obsessed with a K-pop idol, leading her on a journey of literary self-destruction to Seoul. Her life seems to begin with the arrival of Moon, the idol whose concert captivates her and eclipses her mundane copywriting job and boyfriend. The thrill of watching him perform, the global fan interactions, and even the skincare products he endorses draw her deeper into his world. Consumed by desire, she starts writing Y/N fanfiction, allowing readers to insert themselves into an imagined relationship with the star. However, when Moon unexpectedly retires and disappears, she travels from Berlin to Seoul, determined to find him. Her quest is marked by a series of misunderstandings that lead her to the enigmatic entertainment company managing the boyband. Ultimately, she reaches a secret location where art and reality converge in her encounter with Moon. This surreal and poignant narrative explores the universal longing for transcendence and the struggle to assert one's identity in a globalized world. Esther Yi's writing blurs the lines between high and mass art, offering a unique perspective on modern loneliness and the complexities of self-discovery.