STRAY KIDS: THE 9TH MEMBER

Chapter 22

*Minho POV*

Jisung was on my mind. When he had stormed out, I was upset and worried for him. Laying in bed, I was unsure of what to do. He had been pretty silent after coming back from talking with Aera, so I wasn't sure of exactly how he was doing. It was late though, so I decided to see him in the morning, because I thought he would be asleep or something.

And so the next morning, I got up with a fair bit of motivation. I went to his dorm and knocked the door politely. A handsome guy opened the door. Minghao.

"Oh, hi. You're Minho, right?"

"We're literally in the same class-" I replied. Minghao scratched his head guiltily.

"Yeah but, we don't really talk..."

"True. Anyways, I'm here to see Jisung. Did he already leave?"

"Uhh, I think he said he went to see someone in hospital." He said.

"Ah, okay. Thanks. See you in class later."

"Yeah. Oh and congrats on being a step closer to debut."

"Thank you." I smiled. "Have a good day."

"Same to you."

I left and headed for the JYP building first. I had to make sure that we had nothing scheduled before going after Jisung.

"Don't worry, there's nothing and filming has been delayed due to Chan's accident." Yeji told me. "I mean, that's what I know of and we have slightly different schedules. I have to go though, I have some extra classes to attend."

"Alright. Catch you later."

"Yep. See ya."

I nodded my goodbye and left to find Jisung.

*Jisung POV*

I took a deep breath and knocked on Chan's door. A nurse stepped out.

"Oh, hello. Are you here for Chan?"

"Yes ma'am." I replied.

"Go ahead, he's just woken up a few minutes ago, so be easy on him."

I nodded and stepped in.

"Hey Hyung." I whispered. Chan looked up from his place on his bed.

"Jisung?"

"I'm here to apologize about yesterday, it was uncalled for." I hung my head.

"It's okay. I understand why you're frustrated. I'm pretty angry with myself too. But please, understand where I'm coming from. I was trying to fix everything up for us, so that we can actually debut. I've done three showcases already and none of them were a success. This may be my last chance. Although I was stupid and didn't care for my health. I'm sorry too, Jisung." Chan said.

"You should've asked us for help."

"I know. I'm sorry that I've delayed things. But I'll be discharged today, and tomorrow I'll be back to dancing and training with you guys." Chan smiled and I couldn't help but do the same. "Now, please go and round up the others. You should all be practicing, with Minho in charge. You can be his assistant."

"Okay Hyung! I won't let you down!"

"I know you won't."

*3rd Eye*

Everyone was in the practice room except Chan and Minho began to lead them through some drills. They practiced a few things that they were weak with in terms of dancing and then moved on to singing and rapping, where they all took some extra classes to strengthen their skills. Things were finally going smoothly.

After about maybe three hours, there came a knock at the door.

"One sec, guys." Minho said, stepping aside to see who the mysterious guest was. He opened the door. "Chan Hyung?"

"Hey,"

Chan grinned. Minho wrapped his arms around him. "Oh thank god you're here, I have no idea how to lead!"

Chan laughed. He turned to the others who seemed to be so happy to see him as well.

"Good to see you again!" Hyunjin said, smiling brightly. Meanwhile, Jisung and Jeongin sort of just stayed in their spots until Chan approached them.

"We can talk later, I promise." He told them. They smiled nervously and nodded.

"Well then, time to continue training!" He declared to everyone and they all cheered, feeling a new sense of excitement, now they their leader was back.

The world better watch out, Chan thought to himself, Stray Kids are going to kick butt.

He cringed. Oh Jesus that was awful. 

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