After moving into his new dorm, Sunoo feels like he can finally live his life.
Being away from his parents gave him the chance to make new friends and also get close with his roommate, Niki.
In a world where they are forced to believe that being i...
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"So you guys are okay with this... With us being together?" Sunoo quietly asked, making the laughing and teasing stop. I could see them all smiling which was already a good enough answer for me. Even though hearing it made me feel a lot less anxious.
"Of course we are! It doesn't matter if you are both boys. The only thing that matters is how you feel towards each other. And I can see how happy both of you are around the other. How could we not accept you?" Heeseung Hyung said like a true big brother. It gave me comfort hearing him say those words but also made me think even more about Jake.
"You don't have to worry anymore. We are all happy for you." Jay Hyung also added and I tried forcing a smile but I just couldn't. Even though them accepted us meant a lot to me, Jake not being as supportive was destroying me.
I could feel Sunoo squeezing my hand again but I just could not bring myself to look up. I didn't want them to know how hurt I was by the whole situation. But I also knew I couldn't hide it. I wasn't strong enough to hide my pain from them. My family.
"Niki." Sunghoon Hyung put his hand on my shoulder gently. "Why is Jake not here?" He asked cautiously but I knew from his voice that he already guessed what happened.
And, without any more hesitation, I told them. My voice was shaky and my speaking was almost incoherent but no one stopped me. They all listened carefully.
"He saw us... He saw us and ran away. I didn't even have time to explain...And I can't stop myself from thinking that he probably hates me so much."
The last part came out as a whisper. It was the part that pained me the most. What if he hated me?
"That's not true and you know that. Jake loves you as his own brother. He probably just needs some time. It is sometimes hard for him to get used to things that are against his religion. But, trust me, he could never hate you and he will come around when he is ready. For now, it's best If you give him some space." Jungwon reasoned and I just nodded, letting his words sink in.
"Don't overthink it. This applies to you too, Sunoo. We will try to talk to Jake but I think its best if you give him time. He will come to you once he is ready." Heeseung Hyung advised us as well before all of them got up and, bidding their goodbyes, they left.
*Sunoo's pov*
We were alone again but, this time, feeling a lot less burdened.
