Restart / Changlix

Part 27

Changbin found himself sitting at the school concert with Chan, Jisung, and unexpectedly, Jeongin and Seungmin. They had been eating at the same table for several days and had grown surprisingly comfortable with each other. The group was lively and engaging, with Seungmin exuding a warm, sibling-like vibe. Of course, he would never admit that out loud.

They sat together, chatting about the various performances. Some acts were genuinely impressive, while others were a bit dull. However, with the group's humorous commentary, the show remained entertaining overall.

Finally, it was time for their friends to take the stage. The group consisted of five performers, each with their own unique style and flair. They all wore eye-catching costumes with Korean traditional design elements, making them stand out even more. As the music started, the group began their dance, which was nothing short of amazing. Their movements were synchronized and energetic, featuring unique and engaging dance elements. They moved rhythmically, perfectly in tune with the beat, making it impossible not to be captivated by their performance.

Towards the end of the performance, each dancer had a solo part, showcasing their individual strengths. Minho kicked things off with an impressive hip-hop routine, complete with intricate technical moves and breakdancing. His intense energy and passion were evident in every step he took.

Next up was Hyunjin, whose solo was filled with charisma, making it difficult for Changbin to categorize his dance style with just one label. It was an eclectic mix of R&B, hip-hop, and contemporary dance that captivated the audience, leaving them in awe of his talent and versatility.

Lastly, it was Felix's turn to shine. 

From the start of the performance, Changbin was hypnotized by Felix's movements, his fluidity, and the emotions he conveyed on stage. He seemed ethereal and otherworldly. Changbin couldn't move his gaze from him. In the solo part, Felix danced a slow but energetic and sensual dance that flowed seamlessly from one position to the next on the stage, capturing the full attention of the audience. It was mesmerizing. After the performance ended, it was almost physically hard for Changbin to stop staring at Felix, still captivated by the magic he had just witnessed.

As the group took their final bows, the audience erupted in applause, their appreciation for the incredible performance evident. Guys couldn't help but feel proud of his friends, they had shown everyone just how talented they truly were.

Their performance was the last one of the evening, and after it concluded, Changbin, Chan, Jisung, Jeongin and Seungmin eagerly waited for Hyunjin, Felix, and Minho outside the school. As they finally emerged from the building, the group couldn't help but shower them with compliments and congratulations.

Then the dancers came out and they started congrads them.

Jisung said, "Minho, that hip-hop dance you did was incredible! And Hyunjin, your dance was so charismatic. I loved the mix of styles."

Changbin said with enthusiasm, "Guys, you were amazing!"

Minho smiled, clearly proud of their performance, "Thanks, guys! We worked really hard on it, and it means a lot that you enjoyed it."

Seungmin chimed in, "Hyunjin's solo was absolutely mesmerizing. The way he moved on stage was just...wow."

Jeongin nodded in agreement, "Yeah, I couldn't take my eyes off him. And Felix? Oh my god!"

Changbin couldn't help but say, "Felix's dance was... something else. It's hard to put into words."

As he said this, Felix looked at Changbin, their gazes meeting and holding for longer than necessary. The tension between them was palpable, and it seemed as if Changbin was about to say something more. Just then, the sound of a car horn interrupted the moment. They all turned to see a luxury car pulling up nearby.

Felix quickly explained, "Gotta go, that's Mark." He said his goodbyes and hurried off to join Mark in the car.

As they continued to talk, they slowly started to disperse, each going their separate ways for the night. The memory of the evening's performances lingered in their minds, leaving them all feeling inspired and awestruck.

Changbin, in particular, found himself replaying the moment he shared with Felix after the show. The intensity of their locked gazes and the unspoken emotions that passed between them haunted him, making him wonder what could have happened if they hadn't been interrupted.

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Felix settled into Mark's car, his mind still reeling from the night's performance.

Mark leaned in to give Felix a quick kiss and greeted him, "Hi."

"Hi," Felix replied, trying to shake off his thoughts.

"How did the performance go?" Mark inquired.

"Everything was perfect! We did really well," Felix responded enthusiastically.

"That's cool. Do you want to celebrate it? Let's go to a restaurant?" Mark suggested, hoping to lift Felix's spirits.

"Sure," Felix agreed, welcoming the distraction.

After enjoying dinner together, Mark drove Felix back to the school parking lot where his car was parked.

"We're here," Mark announced, noting Felix's unusual silence. "Are you okay? You seem quite distant today."

Felix tried to explain, "Oh, I was just nervous before the performance and spent all my emotions there. I don't have much left now. Sorry."

Mark appeared to have his doubts but said, "That's okay."

He added, "By the way, thank you for today. I had fun."

Felix mustered a smile, "Thank you! I had fun too."

Mark leaned in to give Felix a gentle kiss on the lips before they said their goodbyes. As Felix stepped out of the car, he couldn't help but think about the moment he shared with Changbin earlier that evening, leaving him feeling both exhilarated and confused.