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The flight from Seoul to Delhi had been long but uneventful. By the time Enhypen stepped off the plane at Indira Gandhi International Airport, the warm Indian air hit them immediately. It was a stark contrast to the cool Seoul breeze they were used to, but something about it felt refreshing.

The airport was bustling with people, and the seven of them instinctively pulled their caps lower and adjusted their masks, blending into the crowd as much as possible.

"Yoiiii...Welcome to India," Jake murmured, looking around.

They had been to other new countries before for concerts, but this time was different for India. No screaming fans, no strict schedules—just them, exploring the country as travelers, not idols.

After clearing immigration and grabbing their luggage, they stepped out of the airport towards a particular spot, where a pre-arranged private vehicle was waiting to take them to their hotel.

As they drove through the streets of Delhi, they couldn't help but take in the new sights around them.

The next two days, they explored the narrow lanes, admiring the chaos, the colors, the rich smell of spices in the air of the city.

Jungwon watched the people around carefully, always observant. "This country is interesting," he murmured, more to himself than anyone else.

After a full day of exploring Delhi, they returned to their hotel, exhausted but satisfied.

As they gathered in their suite, stretching and unwinding, Ni-ki suddenly spoke up.

"I want to go to Hyderabad next."

The others looked at him in surprise.

"Why Hyderabad?" Jay asked, raising an eyebrow.

Ni-ki shrugged. "I've been through some online posts with Sunoo hyung earlier. The architecture, the food, the palaces... It looks cool."

Heeseung smirked. "You just want the special food - biryani, don't you?"

Ni-ki didn't even deny it. "I mean, yes... but also, I think it'll be fun."

After some discussion, they agreed. Hyderabad would be their next stop.

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The next day, they boarded a domestic flight to Hyderabad.

The first place they visited was the Chowmahalla Palace, a grand historical site that once belonged to the Nizams of Hyderabad.

The moment they stepped inside, they were in awe.

"This place is insane," Jake whispered, looking at the massive chandeliers and intricate carvings.

Jay smirked. "You think we can buy this?"

Sunghoon rolled his eyes. "Yeah, sure. Let's add it to our collection." the others laughed at his remark.

The group wandered through the palace, appreciating its rich history. But while the others were absorbed in their surroundings, Heeseung quietly slipped away.

He made his way to a secluded corner of the palace, following a girl.

She was dressed in a simple not-so-elegant outfit, her eyes meeting his with an amused smile on his face. Maybe a little taste of a new country won't be that bad. And, he moved closer as he got the consent from the girl.

But their moment was interrupted when a sharp voice cut through the air.

"Hyung."

Heeseung turned his head to see Ni-ki standing there, arms crossed, his expression unreadable.