Wishlist [txtzy#1]

Wishlist-4(Funny Feelings)

Itzy's Dorm

The doorbell rang, and Lia went to open it.

It was Chaeryeong, but she seemed... drunk?!

"Yeji, come here for a second," Lia called out while eyeing Chaeryeong, who still appeared somewhat dazed.

"What happe—" Yeji started but stopped when she saw Chaeryeong. "Is she... in love?" Yeji asked.

"What makes you say that? I thought she was drunk! Look at her: her face is red, she's muttering to herself, and she's punching the air while smiling like a maniac!" Lia exclaimed.

"You're right, but she's not red from being drunk. She's blushing. And that smiling and air punching? It's because someone flirted with her, caught her off guard. Trust me, I know. I do the same when Yeonj— I mean, uh, I've seen it in dramas!" Yeji quickly corrected herself, blushing.

"Hmm, from your experience with Yeonjun, I'll take your word for it," Lia teased, watching Yeji's blush deepen.

1... 2... 3...

"CHAERYEONG!" they both screamed together.

"WTF, why are you guys yelling so much?" Chaeryeong asked, confused.

"Come inside. Right. Now." They demanded sternly.

As Chaeryeong entered, Lia grabbed one arm and Yeji the other, guiding her to sit on the couch.

"So, who is it?" Lia asked.

"Who's who?" Chaeryeong replied, looking even more confused.

"Oh, come on, Lia, don't play dumb! I didn't expect this from you," Yeji said. "It's Taehyun, of course! She's a big MOA, and her bias has always been Taehyun. She's always watching him at award shows. And now they're working together—plus, with Yeonjun—" She cut herself off again.

"What about Taehyun oppa?" Chaeryeong asked.

"So, you're already calling him 'oppa' after just a week of interactions?" Lia grinned.

"Can you guys please stop and just tell me what's going on with you two?" Chaeryeong said, growing frustrated.

"It's not about us, you fool. It's YOU. You're in love with Kang Taehyun!" they both said in sync.

"What? Are you both crazy?!" she said, flustered.

"Then can you explain why you're blushing, smiling to yourself, and punching the air?" Yeji asked, raising an eyebrow.

"Oh, that's because Taeh—" Chaeryeong cut herself off, realizing her slip-up. She quickly bolted to her room and slammed the door shut.

"Oh, no," Chaeryeong muttered to herself, slapping her forehead in embarrassment.

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At Music Bank, Chaeryeong felt incredibly nervous. Today was the day of their special performance, and ever since that day, only one thing had been on her mind.

"Taehyun."

"Chaeryeong-shii, don't worry. I've got your back," Taehyun reassured her, resting a hand on her shoulder.

She flinched. "Huh? Oh, it's just you. I can't help but feel nervous, oppa~. But don't worry, I'll make sure not to let you down," she said with a supportive smile.

Taehyun's heart pounded. He knew this was the right moment. "Will yo—" But just then, someone interrupted.

"Lee Chaeryeong and Kang Taehyun, you're up in five minutes!"

They got into position, and as soon as the music began, their performance was out of this world. The crowd screamed and cheered like they were at a concert—it was wild.

Meanwhile, netizens were going crazy over their chemistry. It was like they were meant for each other.

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After the performance, Taehyun approached her. "Chaeryeong-shii, you did amazing!"

"Aniyo, you helped a lot," she said, her cheeks lightly tinted pink as she reminisced about their earlier moments.

"Chaeryeong-ah," her manager called out.

"Yes, unnie?" she asked, a bit concerned.

"Chaeryeong, your performance is blowing up! It's number one trending on Twitter and Instagram. People are making TikToks of the dance, edits are flooding in—the audience has gone wild! They've even started calling you the 'best MC couple!'" her manager said excitedly.

Chaeryeong froze in shock.

"Wait, Chaeryeong, I need to go somewhere. I'll talk to you when I get back." Her manager hurried off.

"Chaeryeong, are you okay?" Taehyun asked, but before he could finish, Chaeryeong surprised him with a **hug**.

He felt an electric jolt shoot through him.

"Oppa, thank you so much for helping me. I'm so happy and grateful," she said, still hugging him.

Realizing what she'd done, she was about to pull away, but—

Taehyun pulled her closer. Chaeryeong could hear his heartbeat.

Their hearts were beating in sync. Rapidly.

"Chaeryeong, don't just thank me.