Lost: Wooyoung's Choice

Chapter 3: Do you get déjà vu?

"Oh, you're awake. Your friends already left for their dance practice. They told me to notify them when you wake up." said one of the Nurses inside the infirmary. This place is way too big for a school clinic. Everything is so grand in this place.

"No, please don't!"

"Why? They asked me to."

"Uhm...they're probably busy right now, I'll just go to them instead. I'm okay now."

"Okay, if you say so." The nurse left to check on the other patients.

I got up and left the infirmary. I'm still thinking about what happened earlier, was it really him? It can't be possible, I left that world a long time ago. It must be his version in this world, it's quite strange seeing someone who looks exactly like him, but that person I just met is probably different. I should probably go to them and apologize for what just happened.

After a few minutes of walking, I finally reached their dance studio. It's getting quite late, are they still practicing at this time? I can hear the music from the studio from outside. Christopher's Bad is playing.

When I entered, there was only one person inside, it's him. He must've not noticed that I'm inside because of how loud the music is, he just kept on dancing.

So predictable

You're an animal

I can't let you go

You're so good at being bad, you know?

I couldn't help but be amazed by his dancing. He's like a professional dancer. He noticed me watching near the door and suddenly stopped. He paused the music.

"Oh, I didn't notice you there," he said.

"I'm just here to apologize for what happened earlier, I must've startled you with my reaction."

"No, it's fine don't worry about it, how are you feeling?" he asked. He looked so concerned. 

"I'm okay now. Where are the others? Isn't it getting a bit late?" I pointed at the wall clock inside their studio, it's already 6 pm.

"They already went back to our dorm. Is it really that late? I must've lost track of the time." He picked up his things and started turning off the lights in the studio. I went outside and he followed not long after "Is your dorm inside the campus?" He then asked while closing the door.

"No, I probably should get going now. It's getting dark." I replied

"I'll take you to your dorm, it's not safe to walk alone."

I guess they really aren't that different. Woo has always been kind and caring no matter what version of him.

"You don't have t-"

"I insist." I just agreed, and we started walking together. It's really awkward because we barely even know each other, and the fact that I must've startled him with the way I reacted earlier made it worse. He must've sensed that I felt quite uncomfortable because he kept looking at me.

"So, you're the new girl, right? How's your first day at KQ University?" He suddenly broke the silence.

"It was great, aside from what happened earlier though, I'm sorry about that. This place is really big, I almost got lost, it's a good thing I met Jongho and he offered me a short tour of the campus."

"Right, he told me that you're his classmate. If you happen to see me around don't hesitate to approach me, but it would be quite hard since a lot of girls swarm over me most of the time." 

"You must be really popular," I commented.

"Not really, I just like being friends with everyone. And I guess we also gain fans because of the dance group."

"Well, you guys are really kind. I met most of your friends earlier, they're all very friendly." I said

"-And handsome, you must not forget that." He added while letting out a small laugh. Wow, he's cute.

"You're really good at dancing, I was really amazed when I watched you earlier," I said.

"Thanks, I've always loved dancing since I was young. What about you? What do you like to do?"

"I like singing a lot, I write songs too sometimes. I also draw and write, but I'm not that good."

"I don't believe you. There's no such thing as 'not that good' as long as you're giving it your best." He does have a point. "I want to hear one of the songs you've written. Did you know that Hongjoong writes songs too? Maybe he can help you produce your songs."

"Maybe, but I'm still not confident enough with my skills right now."

"It's okay, it takes time."

We talked a lot on the way. He told me so many stories about him and I have to admit, it's quite fascinating. I guess that's why he's popular, he's really friendly and he can make you feel like you've been friends for a long time even though you just met. He made me feel comfortable around him in no time.

"Oh, this is my dorm, thank you so much for walking with me."

"No problem. By the way, I'm Jung Wooyoung." He offered his hand while smiling. Oh right, we've been very busy telling stories about each other that we forget we don't even know each other's names.

"Anthea Nerisse," I said while taking his hand and shaking it. I smiled back.

"Anthea Nerisse, that's an unusual name. I like it, it's easier to remember," he said while letting go. "I'll get going now, Anthea, it's nice to meet you!"

"It's nice to meet you too, Wooyoung, thanks again."

He turned away and started walking.

"Anthea Nerisse, that's quite an unusual name, I'll remember that."

What he said kept on replaying in my mind. He said that too the first time we met. Is this what they call déjà vu?