Virtual idol “Stardust” became an overnight sensation across the internet. No one knew that beneath his flawless appearance was a boy who was afraid even of daylight.
Three years ago, school bullying shattered his world. Three years later, one fleeting glimpse during a sleepless livestream cracked open his lifeless heart. A top designer and an expensive motion-capture studio: his older brother bet everything on building him a virtual stage where he would be completely safe.
From being unable to speak to performing before an audience of millions, he awkwardly learned how to reconnect with the world. But just as “Stardust” reached the top, vicious attacks tore open the scars of the past.
“You can hide in the starlight forever,” his brother said.
But trembling, he reached for the handle of the door leading to the real world.
When virtual starlight shines brighter than ever, true courage means walking into the harsh light of day.
