The live broadcast begins with Jade adjusting her camera, her face lighting up as she sees fans beginning to flood the chat. She waves enthusiastically, a big smile spreading across her face.

"Hello, Blinks!" she says, her voice warm and excited. "I can't believe I'm finally doing this live to talk about the album—it feels like such a long time coming. You all have been so patient, and I'm really grateful for that."

The chat explodes with hearts and supportive messages, and she giggles, momentarily covering her mouth with her hand. "Thank you, thank you," she reads some of the comments. "I'm so happy you guys are here with me right now."

Taking a breath, she continues, "So...this album—it's been a journey, to say the least. Not just making it but learning, practicing, going through all kinds of emotions to bring it to life. I really put my all into it. The album isn't super heavy or emotional; I know that's not what everyone's expecting, and I didn't want it to be that intense. I wanted it to be fun, to reflect a lot of sides of me that I haven't shown before."

She leans in closer to the screen, speaking a little softer. "But," she pauses, gathering her thoughts, "there are two songs on there that are a bit more personal, more vulnerable. It's not super raw, but it's enough that I think you guys will understand me a little better when you hear them. It's like... a peek behind the curtain."

A few fans start commenting, asking her to share which songs are the emotional ones, and she laughs, shaking her head. "Nice try! I'm not giving away any spoilers. You'll just have to wait and see!"

She takes a sip of water, glancing over at the camera with a thoughtful expression. "Working on this album really made me feel like I was growing, you know? I learned so much—not only about music and choreography but also about myself. There were moments that were hard, like, really hard. There were even times when I doubted myself. But somehow, I kept going, and it was all of you who kept me motivated. I thought about all the times you guys have cheered me on and believed in me when I didn't. So...thank you."

As she speaks, the sincerity in her voice is evident, and fans in the chat respond with messages of encouragement. Some fans type, "We're so proud of you!" and "You've come so far, Jade!"

Jade's eyes soften as she reads the supportive comments. "You guys have no idea how much that means to me," she says, her voice a little shaky with emotion. "Seriously. I don't think I could have done this without knowing you were all out there, cheering me on."

The chat lights up again, and Jade leans back, smiling as she reads through the flood of messages. After a moment, she takes a deep breath and claps her hands together. "Alright! Enough with the sappy stuff, right? Let's talk about some of the fun songs on the album! There are tracks on here that I think are going to surprise you. They're playful, a bit cheeky, and definitely have a vibe that I hope makes you feel good."

She starts playfully nodding her head to an imaginary beat. "Some of these songs are meant to make you dance, laugh, maybe even smirk a little. This album is like...all the fun I've ever wanted to have with music. And I think you guys will be able to feel that energy when you listen."

The live chat fills with fans saying they can't wait to hear the album, asking if she'll perform the new songs live. Jade grins at the screen, tilting her head. "Who knows? Maybe I'll have a few surprises for you on stage." She winks, sending the chat into a frenzy.

"Anyway," she continues, leaning forward, "I just wanted this to be a moment where we could all connect. I wanted you to feel like you're here with me, experiencing everything as it unfolds. This album is ours, Blinks. I made it with you all in my heart, every single step of the way."

Jade looks at the screen, her eyes sparkling as she scans through the flood of comments rolling in. She grins, catching a question that seems to resonate with her. "Ah, someone's asking about the process of making this album!" she exclaims. "You know, that's such a big question but also such a good one because...wow, it really was a journey."

She pauses, her expression becoming thoughtful as she reflects. "When I first started, I had all these ideas in my head, like little pieces of stories I wanted to tell. And working on this album, I felt like I was putting together a puzzle. I wanted every song to feel unique but also connected somehow. The whole process was a lot more intense than I thought, especially since I was collaborating with different producers."

A Blink in the chat asks about the producers she worked with. Jade laughs, nodding. "Yes, yes! I worked with a bunch of amazing people. There were a lot of new producers who brought fresh energy, and I was honestly so excited to try something different. They each had their own style, and it felt like every session was a new adventure." She chuckles, remembering a few specific moments, "There were times I thought, 'Okay, this is going to be easy,' and then they'd completely change the direction of a song, and it would surprise me! It kept me on my toes."

Her expression softens, and she sighs a little, reading another comment that asks about Teddy's involvement in the album. "You know, Teddy is amazing," she says warmly. "Even though he wasn't the main producer this time, he was still there with me every step of the way. He didn't just step back and let me handle it alone. Whenever I had doubts or felt stuck, he'd come in, listen to what I had so far, and just...give these perfect pieces of advice that would bring everything together. He's such a big part of who I am as an artist."

Fans in the chat start typing hearts and praising Teddy, and Jade's smile widens. "Right?" she agrees, nodding enthusiastically. "He's truly incredible. There was this one song—I won't say which one because, you know, spoilers—but I was struggling with it for days. I just couldn't figure out what it was missing. So, I showed it to Teddy, and in like five minutes, he said, 'Add this, change that,' and suddenly it was like the song just...clicked. It became something I'm really proud of. Teddy really has this way of understanding music in a way that inspires me."

Another fan asks if working with new producers was intimidating, and Jade laughs a little nervously. "Honestly, yes!" she admits, adjusting her hair slightly. "There were times when I felt completely out of my comfort zone. Every producer has a different workflow and style, and I was used to the comfort and familiarity of working with Teddy and the YG team. But going outside of that, I learned so much. I had to really put myself out there, be open to new ideas, and let the producers lead a bit, which was a challenge."

A Blink comments, "You look so proud of your work," and Jade's face lights up. "I really am," she says, almost shyly. "It was hard, and there were definitely moments of doubt, but this album is so personal to me. And to see it all come together, to know that every song is something I poured my heart into... it makes me feel proud, yeah. It's like this mix of excitement and relief."

She squints at another comment, reading it aloud. "'How did you keep yourself motivated through it all?' Hmm." She thinks for a second, tapping her fingers together. "There were times where I just hit a wall, you know? Especially with choreography, where it's physically demanding, or with writing when I felt like I had nothing left to say. But honestly, knowing that you all were waiting for this album kept me going. And the support from my friends and the people around me made a huge difference."

Jade's expression softens as she continues. "I know Teddy wasn't there for every track, but he kept reminding me to trust myself, to believe that I could pull it off. And I think that's what made the difference. He would say things like, 'This is your voice, and only you can tell these stories.' That really stuck with me and pushed me to keep going, even when I felt like I couldn't."

Fans in the chat begin spamming the phrase "Teddy is a legend," and Jade chuckles. "You're absolutely right!" she says with a wide grin. "He's the best. I owe a lot to him, and I think it's safe to say I wouldn't be where I am without his guidance."

She leans forward to read a question, her eyes lighting up as she sees a comment asking, "How does it feel to be so close to releasing the album?" She takes a deep breath, collecting her thoughts. "Honestly? It feels surreal. I keep having this moment where I think, 'This is really happening!' I've worked on this for so long, and it's finally about to be in your hands. It feels like...like I'm sharing a big part of myself with all of you."

The chat is filled with excited reactions, and Jade laughs, her hand over her heart. "You guys are making me emotional," she says, shaking her head. "This has been such a journey, and I feel like we've been on it together, even if I've been the one in the studio. Knowing you all are as excited as I am is the best feeling ever."

Just then, a Blink comments, "Will Teddy do a live with you to talk about the album too?" and Jade laughs. "Oh, that would be fun, wouldn't it? I don't know if he'd be up for it, but I'll ask him! He'd probably just laugh and say something mysterious, though!"

Jade glances at the comments, her eyes widening with excitement when she spots a question that seems to be popping up multiple times. "Oh! I see a lot of you asking about 'Either Way'!" she says, chuckling. "I guess I should explain how that one made its way into the album at the very last minute."

She leans forward, thoughtful, as she begins. "So, I actually had the entire album ready to go. We were all set, like...the tracklist was finalized, we were just working on polishing up the mixes, and everything felt like it was finally coming together." She smiles, looking a bit sheepish. "But there was something nagging at me. I couldn't shake the feeling that something was missing. It was as if I'd put everything together, but the album just felt...empty, in a way. Like I was leaving out something really important."

The fans in the chat start filling in with questions and supportive messages, and Jade's smile deepens as she continues. "I think part of it was that I wanted the album to feel more complex and raw, you know? All of the songs were personal, but they were also, well...curated, I guess? They fit the themes I'd planned out so carefully. But 'Either Way'—that one was different."

She pauses, as if collecting her thoughts. "That was actually the first song I sent to Teddy when I started planning the album. I remember sitting down, nervous, like, 'Okay, is this song too vulnerable? Too much?' But Teddy listened, and I could tell he really liked it." Jade laughs softly. "He told me, 'This is the kind of song that people connect to because it's real. It's not trying to be anything else.' That was so encouraging, you know? He saw the potential in it right away, but at the time...I just didn't feel ready to put it out there. So I decided not to add it to the album."

As Jade speaks, the comments section is filled with hearts and supportive messages from fans, urging her on and expressing their excitement about the track. "I know, I know," she says, laughing as she reads a fan's comment about the suspense she's building up. "You guys are so sweet. Honestly, though, I thought I could release the album without it and that everything would still feel complete. But the closer we got to finalizing things, the more I kept coming back to 'Either Way.' I was starting to feel like I would regret not including it, like I would be hiding a part of myself if I left it out."

Jade leans back, her expression a mix of nostalgia and relief. "I think what I love about 'Either Way' is that it's raw, like really raw. It's not trying to put on a front or match the polished, 'perfect' vibe. It's a little messier, a little more vulnerable, and that's why I finally decided to add it in. I felt like I needed to have that kind of openness on the album. The song is about accepting where you are, even when things feel uncertain and messy. And sometimes, life is just like that, you know?"

Another comment catches her eye, asking why she changed her mind about including it. Jade chuckles, nodding as if the fan's question resonates with her. "Honestly? Teddy played a big part in that. When I told him I was having second thoughts about not including 'Either Way,' he just smiled and said, 'I knew you'd come back to it.' That man knows me too well." She laughs, shaking her head. "He told me he could see that the album needed that little spark of rawness, and he encouraged me to embrace that part of myself. I think that's one of the reasons I'm so grateful to have him in my corner. He doesn't just see the artist I want to be—he sees the artist I already am, even if I can't see it sometimes."

Fans start commenting things like "Teddy is the best" and "We're so glad you added it!" and Jade beams. "Right? I'm so happy to have his support. But yeah, that's why I ended up including 'Either Way.' It might not be the most polished song on the album, but it's real, and I think that's what makes it special. And now I can't imagine the album without it. It just...wouldn't feel like the same project."

She reads another comment out loud, "'Is it your favorite song on the album now?' Oh wow," she laughs, thinking. "I mean, it's hard to choose favorites, but it's definitely the one I feel most connected to in terms of personal growth. Like, finishing that song felt like this huge emotional release. It's something I wrote for myself, and even though I was nervous about sharing it, I knew it belonged on the album for that reason."

The fans continue pouring in comments of excitement and support, and Jade laughs softly, overwhelmed by their enthusiasm. "You guys are seriously the best. I'm so grateful that you're all so open to this side of me. I can't wait for you to hear it, to see what you think. I hope it resonates with you the way it does with me."

She looks up thoughtfully for a moment, then continues, "You know, at the end of the day, I just wanted this album to feel honest. And I think 'Either Way' is what brings it all together. It's like...the missing piece I didn't know I needed. Sometimes, the most vulnerable songs are the ones that mean the most, even if they're not perfect. And that's why I think this album, with that final addition, feels like the truest version of me."

Her gaze softens as she glances back at the screen, taking in the love and support from Blinks all around the world. "Thank you, seriously, for being here and supporting me through all of this. I know I say it all the time, but I really couldn't do this without you. I hope this album shows you just how much you all mean to me."

The chat fills with words of encouragement, fans sharing how much they appreciate her honesty and vulnerability. Jade sighs, smiling, visibly touched by the support. "Thank you, Blinks," she says, her voice soft and heartfelt. "You make it all worth it. I'm so excited for you to hear everything. Just a little longer now!"

Jade takes a breath, her eyes lighting up as she glances at the stream of comments flowing in from Blinks. She smiles, clearly touched, and continues, "You know, I really couldn't have done this without all the people around me. My members have been my lifeline through this whole process. They were there every step of the way, cheering me on, encouraging me whenever I felt down or exhausted."

She pauses, her voice warm with gratitude. "Honestly, they were incredible. Jennie would stop by the studio sometimes, and even if she didn't stay long, she'd always make sure to check in on me. One time, I was working so late, and she just appeared out of nowhere with my favorite snacks and reminded me that I needed to eat." Jade laughs softly, clearly remembering that night. "And Rosé...she would text me at the most random times to say, 'Hey, don't forget to rest!' It was so cute but also exactly what I needed because I was really pushing myself hard."

The comments light up with fans expressing their love for her members, and Jade nods, her expression filled with pride. "Lisa, too, she was amazing. She kept reminding me not to lose sight of the fun in making music, you know? Sometimes I'd get so caught up in the work that I'd forget why I started in the first place, and Lisa would just call me up and be like, 'Hey, remember, you're supposed to be enjoying this!' Her energy is so contagious, it always lifted me up."

Jade takes a deep breath, looking almost overwhelmed by the support she received. "And then there's Jisoo—she was always making sure I wasn't overworking myself. Every now and then, she'd pop in and bring me meals and say, 'Take a break. You're going to thank yourself later.' Her calm and steady support really kept me grounded. I can't even explain how lucky I am to have them. They weren't just supporting me from a distance; they were there, right alongside me, making sure I was okay through everything."

The fans are flooding the comments with hearts and words of love, and Jade's smile grows even wider. "And it wasn't just them. My friends have been so amazing, too. During the filming of the music video, a few of them actually sent over coffee and snack trucks to set. I remember one day, I walked outside, and there was this huge truck with a message from Yeri and Miyeon saying, 'You got this, Jade!' It just made my whole day. They really knew how to make me feel loved and cared for, even from afar."

She laughs, clearly delighted by the memory, and glances at the camera as if she's talking directly to each of her friends. "Honestly, the love and support kept me going. Even my male friends were constantly checking in, always sending me flowers or little gifts just to remind me they were there. Jungkook, Eunwoo, and Mingyu especially, they just...they went out of their way to make sure I didn't feel alone. They were always signing up for projects together or dragging me to variety shows so I wouldn't feel like I was stuck in the studio all the time. I remember Mingyu saying, 'We're not letting you become a workaholic,' and I laughed, but now I see what he meant."

She laughs again, a warm, affectionate sound that fills the space, and the comments start rolling in with fans expressing their gratitude for her friends. "And honestly, that sense of community meant the world to me. Knowing that they all cared and were looking out for me really reminded me why I love what I do. I feel so blessed to have these friends who are so supportive and genuinely care about my well-being."

Jade takes a breath, her face softening as she continues. "There were moments where I felt like I was in a bit of a bubble, working nonstop, and I think my friends really saw that and did everything they could to pull me out of it. Eunwoo especially has this way of knowing when I'm about to hit a wall, and he'd just drag me out for coffee or something, get me to talk about other things. They all wanted to make sure I was doing okay, that I was still enjoying the process and not just going through the motions."

The chat is filled with messages from Blinks who are touched by Jade's stories, and she reads a few of them aloud, laughing at their sweet words. "Thank you, Blinks. I'm so grateful you guys are appreciating them as much as I do. I feel like they're the unsung heroes in this whole process, honestly. They made it possible for me to keep going."

Her eyes shine with gratitude as she adds, "Even though Teddy wasn't the main producer on this album, he was always there, checking in, giving me advice, and just letting me know he believed in me. He's been my mentor for so long, and even with all these new producers I worked with, he never once stopped supporting me. He'd give me feedback, listen to all the tracks, and make sure I was staying true to myself. I don't think I could ever thank him enough for that."

Jade pauses, taking a deep breath as she looks around, clearly moved by the love and support she's received. "This album really became more than just music for me—it's a part of me, and it's a reflection of all the people who have been there for me. It's something we created together, in a way, and I hope that when you all listen to it, you can feel that love and support coming through. I hope it brings you as much joy and comfort as it brought me making it."

She glances back at the chat, reading a few more comments aloud. "You all mean the world to me. I've been working so hard, and I'm so thankful I get to share it with all of you and that I've had these incredible people supporting me along the way. This album...it's for you, Blinks. And for everyone who's been there, lifting me up."

Finally, she waves at the camera, her smile radiating warmth. "Thank you all so much for being here with me tonight. Your support means the world, and I can't wait for you to hear everything I've worked on. This album is for you, and I hope you feel every bit of love I put into it. I'll see you all soon—thank you, Blinks!"