Chapter 23: The Moment That It All Changed

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Last Time...

Miyeon's lips curved into a smile as she turned to Sakura. "Then may the best girl win," she said confidently, her eyes gleaming with a hint of mischief.

Sakura was taken aback by the sudden change in Miyeon's tone. She leaned in, her heart racing with anticipation. "What do you mean?" she asked, her voice laced with confusion.

As Sakura was about to ask again, Miyeon's phone rang, "I'm sorry, I have to take this," Miyeon said before excusing herself, leaving Sakura with a million unanswered questions.

Sakura watched as Miyeon walked away, her mind racing with questions. What did she mean by "may the best girl win"? 

...

After a few minutes, Miyeon ended the call and walked back to the living room, sitting next to Sakura. They exchanged a quick glance, but the silence was palpable.

Just then, Dani came running down the stairs, looking flustered. "Sorry I kept you waiting!" she said, breathless. She then turned to Sakura with a grateful smile. "Thanks for keeping her company, Unnie!"

Sakura nodded, feeling a little awkward. She wanted to say something, but the words wouldn't come out.

"It's okay, Dani," Miyeon said, breaking the silence. "I'm sorry for coming unannounced," she added, trying to ease the tension in the room.

Dani flashed a warm smile at Miyeon and asked, "What's up?" sensing a hint of unease in her voice.

Miyeon fidgeted in her seat and said, "Can we go for a walk?" feeling flustered.

Dani's eyebrows furrowed in confusion as she turned to Sakura, who seemed lost in her thoughts. "Sure?" Dani said uncertainly, then grabbed her bag and got up. "Kura-Unnie?" she called out, trying to get Sakura's attention.

Sakura snapped out of her trance and looked at Dani with a start. "Huh?" she said, still a bit dazed.

Dani's eyes lit up with excitement. "Can you tell the girls I'll be back? I still want to celebrate Jinnie's solo!" she said, bouncing on her heels.

With a nod of agreement, Sakura headed towards the kitchen while Dani and Miyeon slipped out of the dorm, leaving Sakura to her thoughts.

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The two girls walked the streets of Seoul on a cool fall day. After walking in comfortable silence for a few blocks, Dani asks Miyeon if they could stop by the store to get some things.

As Dani and Miyeon walked out of the store, Dani playfully swung the bags in her hand. She turned to Miyeon and grinned, "Thanks for letting me stop by the store. I really appreciate it."

Miyeon smiled back at her, "Of course! It was fun going with you."

Dani chuckled, "Going to the store is not exciting."

Miyeon shrugged, "It doesn't matter what we do." She smiled. I always have fun when I'm with you, Dani."

Dani's eyes widened in surprise, and her cheeks flushed with embarrassment. "Um, well... thanks, I guess," she mumbled, unsure how to respond to Miyeon's heartfelt words.

...

As they walked, Dani seemed lost in thought while Miyeon remained silent. After a while, Miyeon stopped walking, causing Dani to continue pacing until she realized that Miyeon had fallen behind her.

Suddenly, Miyeon spoke up. "Soo-Jin was offered to return to Cube," she said, her voice low and serious.

Dani stopped in her tracks and turned around, her eyes wide with shock. "What?" she exclaimed. "Are you serious?"

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