𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗣 | ʸᵃⁿᵍ ʲᵘⁿᵍʷᵒⁿ

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AFTER THE exhilarating Red Light, Green Light game reached its climactic end, the entire class converged on the grassy field, their energy palpable and their thirst quenched by the beverages they held in their hands. Laughter and animated conversations filled the air as we relived the excitement of our daring moves and narrow escapes.

With a wide smile, I made my way toward my close-knit group of friends: Hanni, Hyein, Haerin, Minji, and Danielle. They were gathered in a cozy circle, their eyes sparkling with the shared thrill of victory. Nestling myself into the soft grass, I joined their circle, feeling a sense of warmth and belonging wash over me.

Hanni, always the mischievous one, raised her cup high in the air, her voice resonating with triumph."Cheers! To a successful game and our well-deserved victory!" Eagerly, we all followed suit, raising our drinks in unison, the clinking of cups echoing our shared accomplishment.

As we savored our chosen beverages, the conversation naturally turned to our experiences during the game. Hyein, her curiosity shining through her eyes, leaned in towards me, her voice filled with intrigue. "Jurin, how was it rooming with Jungwon? Did you guys plan everything out together?"

I couldn't help but chuckle, taking a sip of the refreshing iced Americano that I had chosen. "Well, it was definitely an interesting experience," I replied, my tone playfully tinged with mischief. "Jungwon and I did our best to strategize, but let's just say it wasn't exactly smooth sailing."

Haerin, her eyes alive with curiosity, leaned forward, her expression expectant.
"Oh, come on, Jurin. You can't leave us hanging like that. What happened?"

Pausing for a moment, I gathered my thoughts, a knowing smile tugging at the corners of my lips. "Well, you know how competitive we both are," I began, my gaze drifting toward where Jungwon sat amidst his own group of friends. "We had our fair share of disagreements and clashes, constantly trying to outdo each other."

Caught up in the recounting of the tale, Minji giggled, playfully nudging me.
"Sounds stressful, how did you manage to survive?" Minji replied playfully.

I shrugged, a playful glimmer dancing in my eyes. "Well, we eventually came to a compromise," I revealed, taking another sip of my drink. "We decided to take turns sleeping on the bed, allowing each of us to experience a bit of comfort."

Danielle, always perceptive, raised an eyebrow. "So, you're saying it wasn't all bad?"

Dramatically, I sighed, a mischievous smile playing on my lips. "It was terrible," I confessed, my voice laced with humor.
"But secretly, I have to say, it wasn't so bad. There were moments of compassion and a strange sense of partnership."

The group erupted into laughter, teasing me about my conflicted feelings towards the experience. As we continued to revel in the joy of each other's company, I couldn't help but steal a glance in Jungwon's direction. Our eyes briefly locked, and in that fleeting moment, I felt a flicker of an unspoken connection, a shared understanding of the journey we had embarked on.

Sitting there with my cherished friends, savoring the taste of victory and the warmth of camaraderie, I realized that this game had given me more than just an adrenaline rush. It had brought me closer to Jungwon, transforming a rivalry into a bond of trust and friendship. And it deepened the bond I shared with my incredible group of friends, solidifying our connection through shared experiences and laughter.

With a contented sigh, I leaned back, allowing the sun's gentle rays to warm my skin as I took in the symphony of laughter and conversation around me. This memory, etched vividly in my mind, would forever remind me of the unbreakable bonds forged through the most exhilarating and challenging of experiences.

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