WOO JINYOUNG POV.

"We all have our individual charms, and worked very--" I saw Jihyun walking down suddenly, for whatever reason, shaking her head at me and telling me to continue. "--hard, so we are hoping for the best of results."

My eyes followed her as she stepped back to the directors. They told her something, and she bolted out of the door in .5 seconds. I wondered what happened.

"Jaeoh. You're eliminated." YG said.

I looked at the floor in disappointment. Jaeoh's online rank was low, even if he did really good in the performance and our team. We said our goodbyes in sadness and watched as Jaeoh exited, and sat down.

Filming stopped for a second, and I saw one of the directors rush up to Hongchul, whispering something in his ear. Hongchul's eyes widened, and he nodded in understanding.

"Ahem, for Mixnine contestants--" Hongchul started. "We have been noticed that--Hwang Jihyun's mother, Min Changsu, is currently going under a surgery, one that has a low survival rate. I ask for the contestants and YG as well, to stand up, and give Jihyun and her mother prayers."

My jaw dropped as I recalled how quickly Jihyun bolted out of the door. I had never knew, and I felt sorry for her. She had always acted like there's was nothing wrong, but she must've been in pain. Thinking that Jihyun was hurting right now made my heart ache.

Everyone stood up, quietly closing our eyes. I wished the best for her mother and her, and sat down.

The filming continued soon after, yet I wondered where Jihyun was right now. I wanted to go and see her, and try to make her feel better, but it would probably do no good.

"NOW, THE RESULTS FOR THE TOP 9 CONTESTANTS OF MIXNINE!"

The top 9 for boys was slowly revealed, and I wondered if my rank got higher. Kim Byeongkwan was 3rd as expected, but surprisingly Hyojin was 2nd.

"It's Woo Jinyoung." The boys muttered amongst themselves.

Was it me? Am I really first??

"1st place is..."

"HappyFace's Woo Jinyoung."

Inside I was shocked that I climbed to 1st place, but I tried to stay calm as I made my way and (hopped) down the stairs. I said a few words inside the microphone and the revealing continued for the top 9 girls.

HWANG JIHYUN POV.

"Do you want to go back to the dorm and rest?" The driver asked me.

I wiped my tears quickly. "Are they still filming?"

"Yes."

"...I have to go back." I said. So I can make mom proud. She wouldn't want me to stay home and sob. I need to distract myself anyways.

"Will you be okay? I think you should go home."

I shook my head. "It's what she would want me to do."

"Alright. Stay strong."

I nodded. I can't dwell on it, so when she wakes up she can be proud again.

The car parked at the filming studio, and I hopped out, entering through the back door quietly. I forced a smile to the producers.

"Why? Why? Why are you back?" She asked worriedly.

"I'm fine. I'd like to go back to filming." I said. "I cried enough. I have to make my mom proud."

"Will you be okay?" The director asked me. They all were extremely hard working and caring.

I nodded. "I'll be fine."

"...should we let her back in?" The director asked the people around her. They hesitatingly nodded.

"If she wishes."

"We'll hurry and redo your makeup for you." They all rushed around, reapplying my powder and eye makeup that was washed away by the tears.

"They're announcing the top 9 for girls right now."

I looked at the few girls that were standing on the top 9 spots. Ranks 3 and up were being announced next. Once I was ready, I walked back on, quietly getting in my seat.

The girls awed at me and gave me hugs and pats on the back, with questions of concern. I smiled at them. "I'm fine I'm fine, stop it, you're gonna make me cry again." I tried to laugh.

"Why are you back?" Ryujin asked. "Shouldn't you be at home resting? How can you still work?"

I sighed. "It's what my mom would've wanted. So when she wakes up she will see my hard work."

Ryujin nodded and patted my back. "Fighting!"

I nodded and looked at the top 9. I was shocked to see Jinyoung standing in the 1st spot for boys. He looked at me intensely, but then gave me a smile and thumbs up.

I smiled softly.

"3rd PLACE, LEE SOOMIN!" Hongchul announced, and I watched Soomin get onstage. She was really popular so it wasn't a surprise to me.

Soomin said a few words, and Hongchul was about to announce 2nd place when he looked around, his eyes landing on me.

"Ah...second place." He said. "It's someone who rose unexpectedly for leading her team well and adapting extremely well."

"We hope you are doing well, second place is JYP's Hwang Jihyun." YG said. "She's known for being a good leader and staying strong even in the most stressful situations. Congratulations."

My jaw dropped to the floor. "M-me??"

"WOOO!! GET UP THERE JIHYUN!" Ryujin yelled and slapped my butt as I stood up.

I nodded and walked to the second place spot. "Wow..." My eyes were getting teary but I told myself I couldn't cry, it seemed like I had an endless stash of tears inside of me.

They handed me the microphone, and for a second I didn't what to say.

"I-I'm really shocked." As I started speaking, my eyes watered more and tears spilled out of my eyes. Everyone awed at me and cheered me on supportingly. "I told myself I wasn't going to cry again. Ahahahaha"

"I...I'm very grateful for the people who voted for me, because I think that's how it second place right now. I hope when my mother--wakes up, she will be able to see me up here and be proud. Thank you." I handed the mic somewhere else and covered both of my eyes with my hands as my tears spilled out.

I felt multiple arms around me, giving me a hug and I looked up and saw the girls there. Honestly seeing that made me cry even harder.

After a little my tears dried and I listened for show as going to be 1st. I had a feeling it would be the one and only, Shin Ryujin."

"1st place...JYP's SHIN RYUJIN!!!"

I clapped proudly as she walked up, giving me a high five along the way.

"It looks like the two JYP's are ruling the top 9, aren't they?" Hongchul laughed.

I nodded proudly.

"Everyone give it up for the top 9!"

Everyone started clapping, including me. My heart warmed, and I forgot the pain in it I was feeling earlier.

I'll make you even prouder, mom.