The elemental bonds [ DISCONTINUED ⚠️]

Ch-15 "Sweet serenity"

As Minho adjusted his cream-colored shirt, he smoothed out the wrinkles, ensuring every fold lay just right. The fabric felt soft against his skin, a comforting barrier against the cool morning air. His denim pants hugged his legs snugly, completing his casual yet put-together look.

Beside him, Hyunjin stood tall, his denim jacket adding a touch of rugged charm to his ensemble. The jacket was worn in all the right places . His denim pants matched perfectly, creating a coordinated look, both the outfit Chan had insisted , he said it would make them stand out in the crowd.
And so, Hyunjin had taken it upon himself to pack both outfits for him and Minho in their bag while they were making their way to the hotel the day before. It was a thoughtful gesture, one that Minho couldn't help but appreciate.

Before leaving their room, Chan also had meticulously organized their belongings, ensuring that everything was in its rightful place , while their bags had been entrusted to the care of the hotel's room service. It was a small detail, but one that spoke volumes about Chan's attention to detail and commitment to their comfort.
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As Minho felt overwhelmed by the flood of emotions coursing through him, Hyunjin's voice broke through his reverie. "Let's go?" he asked, his expression gentle yet determined. With a nod, Minho took a deep breath, steeling himself for whatever lay ahead.

Locking the door behind them, Minho ensured their room was secure before pocketing their keys. The weight of the metal against his palm was a reassuring presence, grounding him in the reality of the present moment. With Hyunjin by his side, they made their way down the corridor.

As they reached Chan and Felix's room, Minho raised a hand to knock, but there was no response. They were probably fast asleep, exhausted from the events of the previous day. Moving on, they approached Jisung and Jeongin's room, where a bleary-eyed Jeongin opened the door with a yawn.

"Good morning," Hyunjin greeted him with a warm smile. "Would you like to join us for breakfast?"

Jeongin shook his head, still rubbing the sleep from his eyes. "I think I'll pass," he replied, his voice muffled by a yawn.

Before Minho could respond, Hyunjin stepped in. "If Chan or Jisung ask where we are, just tell them we went to the hotel's rooftop restaurant for breakfast," he instructed with a knowing smile.

Minho couldn't help but grin at Hyunjin's quick thinking. It was moments like these that reminded him of Hyunjin's resourcefulness and his knack for handling unexpected situations with ease. With a nod of agreement, they bid Jeongin farewell and made their way elevator to go upstairs, ready to start the day anew.
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As they ascended to the 28th floor, the familiar sight of Midnight Mirage greeted them. Through the glass doors, they caught a glimpse of a cleaning lady meticulously wiping down the bar, erasing any traces of the previous night's revelry. The dimly lit ambiance of the bar contrasted sharply with the bright day lights of the rooftop restaurant above.

To reach the rooftop restaurant, they had to make their way through Midnight Mirage and take the stairs located inside the bar. As they entered the quite establishment, the memories of their encounter from the night before flooded Minho and Hyunjin's minds, casting a shadow over their steps.

The cleaning lady glanced up briefly, offering a polite nod as they passed by. Minho and Hyunjin exchanged awkward smiles, their gazes darting away as they tried to push aside the thoughts that threatened to overwhelm them.

With each step they took, the sound of laughter and clinking glasses faded into the back of their head , replaced by the rhythmic echo of their footsteps on the stairs. It was a silent journey, filled with unspoken questions and lingering glances, as they made their way towards the promise of a new day awaiting them on the restaurant, aptly named "Horizon View."