Fireworks along the Han River (The End)

Time flies, flowing quietly like the Han River, carrying away the years and leaving behind love and memories. In the blink of an eye, the little Min Shu who was once frantically having her diapers changed by her father on the show and who spit up milk all over her father's face has grown into a little girl of more than three years old, with cute pigtails and speaking like a little adult.

It was another typical sunny and comfortable weekend evening in Seoul. In G-Dragon and Su Yu's high-rise apartment by the Han River, an unprecedentedly lively atmosphere was filling the air. This wasn't the hustle and bustle of a concert backstage, but a more down-to-earth, more vibrant celebration—the members of Bigbang, along with their families, were holding a long-awaited, genuine family reunion.

The doorbell rang, and Kwon Ji-yong carried Min-seo to open the door. The first to arrive were Taeyang's family. Taeyang was carrying a bottle of red wine, while Min Hyo-rin was holding their four-year-old son, Hyun-woo. Hyun-woo had inherited his father's gentle features and his mother's beautiful face; he was a real little heartthrob.

"Hyunwoo oppa!" As soon as Min-seo saw her friend, she excitedly wriggled in her father's arms, struggling to get down. Kwon Ji-yong smiled and put her down. The little girl immediately flew towards Hyunwoo like a happy little butterfly, and the two little ones soon began to examine a light-up decoration in the entryway, their heads huddled together.

Next, TOP arrived. He maintained his artist's characteristic "elegant" demeanor, but in his hand he carried a huge Lego box that contrasted somewhat with his style, clearly a gift for Min-seo. "Where is our little princess?" he asked in a low voice, his eyes searching for the small figure.

Finally, Shengli burst in, his voice preceding his arrival: "Ouch! The traffic is insane! Bro! Sister-in-law! Our Minshu!" He was carrying bags full of snacks and toys for the child. As soon as he entered, he spotted Minshu, squatted down, and opened his arms: "Come here, let the most handsome Uncle Shengli give you a hug!"

Minshu tilted her head, looking at the uncle who was always the liveliest. She didn't rush over immediately, but instead, like a little queen, she walked up to Seungri with her hands behind her back and announced clearly in her soft, sweet voice, "Uncle Seungri, you still haven't brought me the dancing robot you promised to bring last time!"

The entire room erupted in laughter. Seungri, looking utterly defeated, quickly clasped his hands together in a gesture of apology: "Oh my! How kind of Secretary Min is! Uncle was wrong! Next week! I'll definitely bring it next week! No, tomorrow!" G-Dragon, watching from the side, laughed so hard he slapped his thigh. Su You couldn't help but smile too, and quickly invited everyone inside.

The long dining table was laden with food carefully prepared by Su You and G-Dragon, including Korean and Western dishes suitable for adults, as well as adorable cartoon-themed meals for children. The adults sat around one table, while the children sat at their own small tables nearby, looked after by the nanny.

After a few drinks, the atmosphere became even more lively. The conversation naturally shifted from music and recent events to parenting, which is now their shared core issue.

Looking at Min-seo, who was eating her pasta with great elegance, Da-dong exclaimed, "Wow, our Min-seo is becoming more and more like a little lady. Brother, do you remember her heroic act of spitting milk all over your face when she was little? I've watched that episode of 'The Return of Superman' at least ten times! Every time I watch it, I laugh until my stomach hurts!"

Kwon Ji-yong glared at him, but his eyes were full of laughter: "Hey! Do you want to be kicked out?" He said this, but subconsciously touched his face, as if the warm milk stains were still yesterday. "But to be honest," his tone softened, and he looked tenderly at his daughter, "it was really chaotic back then, like every day was a battle. Looking back now, I feel that those messy moments have become the most precious memories."

Taiyang nodded in deep agreement, watching his son Hyunwoo sharing toys with Min-seo: "Yes, when Hyunwoo was little, Hyo-rin and I were pretty much the same. Now that the kids are older, they have their own ideas, and the challenges are different." He shared the amusing story of how Hyunwoo has recently become obsessed with dinosaurs and wants to play the role of a Tyrannosaurus Rex and chase after his dad every day.

TOP summarized it in a philosopher's tone: "Raising a child is like participating in the greatest work of art. You invest time, energy, and endless love, watching a life grow from nothing to something, gradually revealing its unique form and brilliance. The process itself is the best work." His words drew nods of agreement from everyone, and even Seungri, unusually, refrained from making any jokes.

Su You and Min Xiaolin sat together, exchanging experiences as mothers, from which kindergarten was better to how to deal with their children's "Terrible Twos" and "Horrible Threes," and they chatted amiably. They watched their children not far away, sometimes close and sometimes bickering over a toy, and their faces were filled with gentle and satisfied smiles.

After dinner, the men moved to the spacious balcony. The night view of the Han River unfolded before them, with lights twinkling on both banks and the lights of the boats reflected in the water, shimmering on the surface. A gentle evening breeze carried the slightly fishy scent of the river, a truly refreshing experience.

G-Dragon handed Taeyang and TOP a glass of whiskey, and poured Seungri a glass of juice (because he had to drive). The four men leaned against the railing, looking at the scenery before them, silent for a moment. A tacit understanding, refined by time, flowed in the air, needing no words.

“Time flies.” Sun broke the silence first, taking a sip of his drink. “It feels like just yesterday we were joking around in the dorm, rehearsing for a stage performance until the early hours of the morning, and today we’re all here discussing which brand of children’s toothpaste is better.”

TOP swirled his glass, the ice cubes clinking crisply: "This shows that we are growing, experiencing different stages of life. Music is our root, but family makes our lives richer."

He dropped his playful grin, looked at G-Dragon, and said sincerely, "Hyung, to be honest, it's so good to see you like this. You have Yuzu, Min-seo, and your own home. You seem so much more grounded and happier now."

G-Dragon gazed at the twinkling lights in the distance, a calm and contented smile playing on his lips. "Yes," he said softly, "I used to think the stage was everything, but now I realize that home is my ultimate refuge and the source of my strength." He turned and looked through the glass door at Su You, who was gently wiping Min-seo's mouth in the living room, his eyes softening as if they were about to overflow with tears. "With them, I feel that my life is complete."

He paused, looked at his brothers beside him, and his tone became somewhat wistful: "Sometimes I think, when Min-seo and Hyun-woo grow up a bit more, can we form a 'second generation group' together? I'll teach them music, TOP will teach them art, Taeyang will teach them dancing, and Daesung... um, Daesung can teach them how to liven up the atmosphere."

This whimsical suggestion made everyone laugh, and the atmosphere lightened again. Da Sheng immediately perked up: "I think it's a great idea! I've already thought of a name: 'Little Bang'! It'll definitely sweep the globe!"

Laughter drifted on the night breeze. They knew it was just a joke, but their desire for the next generation to have deep friendships was real.

As night deepened, the party came to an end. The children were already rubbing their eyes, showing signs of sleepiness.

Min-seo hugged the large Lego set TOP had given her, and Hyun-woo held the mini microphone G-Dragon had given him. The two little ones said goodbye reluctantly, promising to play together again next time. Seungri confidently assured Min-seo that the robot would definitely arrive next week.

After seeing their friends off, the noisy apartment returned to tranquility. The air still held the aroma of food and the lingering echoes of laughter. The nanny took the sleepy-eyed Minshu to wash up and go to bed.

G-Dragon and Su You stood side by side on the balcony, cleaning up the mess, watching their friends' car lights slowly drive away and merge into the endless traffic of Seoul's night.

"Today is so nice," Su You said softly, resting her head on G-Dragon's shoulder.

"Mmm." G-Dragon put his arm around her and kissed the top of her head. "It feels like we've gone back to the way things were before, but it's different now." Before, it was the passion and dreams of brothers; now it's the warmth and responsibility of family—both equally precious.

They gazed at the dazzling lights across the Han River, where their youth, struggles, and glories lay. And behind them now, lay the present and future they had built together, a future filled with love and hope.

After washing up, Min-seo, wearing her cute little pajamas and clutching her bunny doll, sleepily came out to find her parents. Kwon Ji-yong bent down and picked her up, and the little girl immediately wrapped her arms around his neck, burying her face in the crook of his neck.

"Baby, are you happy today?" Su You gently stroked her daughter's hair.

Min-seo nodded vigorously and said in her childish voice, "Happy... I like Hyun-woo oppa... I like the uncles..."

G-Dragon and Su You smiled at each other, their eyes filled with boundless love and contentment.

The stage of life has shifted from the spotlight of a stadium to this home, filled with the warmth of everyday life. The spotlight may not shine as brightly as it once did, but life itself radiates a more enduring and warmer light. Their story—about love, friendship, family, and growth—continues. Like the flowing waters of the Han River, like the children's first babbling words and their first steps, like every ordinary yet precious day, it flows gently towards a wider, warmer future.