Fell In Love With Kai

Chapter 9:Awkward Exit

As Kai and Nora continued their conversation in the garden, a subtle tension hung in the air. Kai, drawn to Nora's warmth and sincerity, found himself contemplating a move that would reveal his growing feelings for her.

Kai: "Nora, there's something I've been wanting to do..."

Nora, unaware of the depth of Kai's emotions, looked at him with curiosity.

Nora: "What is it, Kai?"

Before Kai could respond, the tranquility of the moment was disrupted by the unexpected arrival of a slightly tipsy Baekhyun.

Baekhyun: (loudly) "Hey, lovebirds! What are you two doing out here? The party is inside!"

Kai, feeling a mixture of frustration and embarrassment, tried to downplay the situation.

Kai: "Baekhyun, we're just having a conversation. No need to—"

Baekhyun: (interrupting) "A conversation? In the garden? Come on, Kai, we all know what's going on."

Nora, puzzled by Baekhyun's remarks, exchanged a glance with Kai.

Nora: "What's he talking about, Kai?"

Kai, flustered, struggled to find the right words.

Kai: "Nora, I... I wanted to..."

Before Kai could finish his sentence, Baekhyun, in his tipsy state, decided to take matters into his own hands.

Baekhyun: "Enough of talking! Kai, just kiss her already!"

Kai, caught off guard, shot a bewildered look at Baekhyun, who seemed to be enjoying the situation.

Kai: "Baekhyun, what are you—"

But Baekhyun wasn't done. He pushed Kai playfully toward Nora, creating a comical yet awkward scene.

Baekhyun: "Seal the deal, man! You won't regret it!"

Nora, now realizing the misunderstanding, couldn't help but laugh at the unexpected turn of events.

Nora: "Baekhyun, what are you talking about? Kai and I are just friends."

Baekhyun, oblivious to the truth, continued to playfully encourage Kai.

Baekhyun: "Come on, Kai, don't be shy! A kiss won't hurt!"

Kai, torn between frustration and amusement, attempted to defuse the situation.

Kai: "Baekhyun, it's not what you think. Nora and I are—"

Nora: "Kai, I... I think I should go. This is a bit too much for me."

Kai: "Nora, wait. Please, don't go. Baekhyun didn't mean any harm. Let's just go back inside and enjoy the night."

Nora, feeling a mix of embarrassment and unease, hesitated but eventually agreed to give it another try.

As they walked back into the lively atmosphere inside, Baekhyun greeted them with a mischievous grin.

Baekhyun: "Back so soon? Come on, Kai, time's ticking!"

Nora, still flustered, couldn't help but shoot a mildly terrified look at Baekhyun.

Nora: "I... I need a moment, Kai. I'll be right back."

Kai, understanding Nora's feelings, nodded as she excused herself. Instead of feeling angry, Kai decided to address Baekhyun more firmly.

Kai: "Baekhyun, that was too much. Nora is uncomfortable, and we need to respect that."

Baekhyun, realizing the impact of his actions, adopted a more serious expression.

Baekhyun: "I was just joking, Kai. I didn't mean to upset her."

Meanwhile, Nora had retreated to a quieter corner and decided to call Minji.

Nora: "Minji, it's just been 45 minutes, but I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. Can you pick me up?"

Minji: "Sure, Nora. I'll be there in a few minutes."

Kai, noticing Nora's call, approached her with a concerned look.

Kai: "Nora, please, don't leave because of this. Baekhyun was out of line, but it's not worth ending the night early."

Nora: "Kai, I appreciate your understanding, but I think it's best if I go. We can meet again as friends, okay?"

Kai, reluctantly accepting Nora's decision, nodded.

Kai: "Alright, Nora. We'll meet again as friends. Take care."

As Nora left, Minji arrived to pick her up. Baekhyun, realizing the consequences of his actions, approached Kai.

Baekhyun: "I messed up, didn't I?"

Kai: "Yeah, you did. Just remember, there are lines we shouldn't cross, especially when it comes to someone's comfort."

As the night continued after Nora's departure, the atmosphere among the EXO members had shifted. The remaining members, excluding Xiumin and Chanyeol, felt a sense of annoyance and discomfort towards Baekhyun's playful interference.

Suho: "Baekhyun, that was not cool. You made Nora uncomfortable, and now she's gone."

D.O: "Yeah, we were all having a good time, and you had to go and ruin it."

Baekhyun, realizing the impact of his actions, looked remorseful.

Baekhyun: "Guys, I didn't mean for it to go that far. I was just joking around."

Sehun: "Joking or not, you should've known better. It's not cool to push someone like that."

Kai: "Nora was a guest, and you made her feel awkward. It's not something we should take lightly."

While the members expressed their discontent, Xiumin and Chanyeol, who were still a bit tipsy from the festivities, hadn't fully grasped the situation.

Chanyeol: "What happened? Why does everyone look so serious?"

Xiumin: "Did I miss something exciting?"

Baekhyun: "I may have... uh, teased Kai and Nora a bit too much."

Chanyeol: "Teased? About what?"

Suho: "About a kiss, Chanyeol. It made Nora uncomfortable, and now she's left."

Xiumin and Chanyeol exchanged surprised glances, finally understanding the gravity of the situation.

Xiumin: "Baekhyun, seriously? You need to be more considerate. Nora seemed nice."

Chanyeol: "Yeah, Baekhyun, not everyone appreciates your sense of humor, especially when it comes to personal stuff."

Baekhyun, realizing the impact of his actions on the overall mood, nodded with a sense of regret.

Baekhyun: "I messed up, guys. I'll try to make it right next time."