Stuck in the middle (Minlix x Reader)

Chapter 9 - Tension

The atmosphere was thick with tension as I stood there, looking at the two boys. I held my hands behind my back, carefully taking a few steps towards them. I was a little nervous, not wanting to lose my friendship with either of them.

"I accepted the internship." I spoke quietly, my voice a little unstable as I peered up at the two from beneath my messy hair.

"Good! Great-... it's an amazing opportunity. And we're going to celebrate." Felix smiled at me, but it was obvious something was going on between them. They had always been so comfortable with each other, but right now they both stood there so uncomfortably. Minho was shifting his weight, his hands stuffed in his pockets. They looked like kids that had been caught getting upto mischief.

"What's... going on with you two?" I questioned, wondering if maybe they had just found out about each other. What happened in the bathroom with Minho, Felix climbing into my bed and kissing me goodnight.

"Nothing. We're going to clean up, and take care of you all day. And then take you out for dinner... somewhere fancy." Minho gave me an apologetic look, maybe he was regretting what he had said before.

"Okay y/n?" Felix added. I realised I was just stood there, looking at them in silence.

"Okay... yea.. yes let's do it!" I nodded, a smile appearing on my face as I tried to lift the mood. Felix moved towards me, in a tight hug he lifted me off the ground and spun me around before setting me back down.

"Awesome! I'm so proud of you, y/n." He leant forwards, placing a kiss on my cheek. My face turned a tint of red, nodding at his words.

Minho just walked over to me, putting his hands on my shoulders and pushing me towards the sofa. "Just sit... let us clean for you."

I sat down, looking up at them "what would I ever do without the two of you?" I joked, turning on the tv. I hit the music channel before picking up a book to read. It was really just nice to have some time to myself and do what I enjoy, but the weird behaviour from the boys didn't go unnoticed.

They were barely talking to each other, sharing a few glances here and there, avoiding each other. I started to miss the sound of their annoying laughter, watching them annoy each other.

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Once evening rolled around, the boys had left to get ready for this dinner they were taking me too. My apartment had never looked so clean, which was surprising when the boys always seemed to be a mess.

I had decided to cover over the blue in my hair, so it was now a dark shade of purple. Hopefully it will lighten up the more I wash it. I had a nice black dress on, with a slit up the left thigh. I had paired it with some cute platforms, giving myself some height and a nice natural make up look.

Just as I was adding some jewellery I heard a knock on the door. It was a little unusual considering Minho and Felix would have just let themselves in. So I went to open the door, my eyes going a little wide in surprise.

There they stood, Minho dressed in black slacks, holding a bouquet of tulips. His shirt was undone at the top, showing some of his chest. Where Felix had a traditional suit and tie, holding a box of expensive looking chocolates.

"Wow... you didn't have to buy me anything.." I flushed with embarrassment, turning to let them in. I could barely meet their gaze, biting down on the inside of my cheek. I took the tulips, taking them to the kitchen to put them in some water. "I love them."

"You look... amazing." Felix had a smile on his face, and I could feel his eyes carefully scanning over me.

"Amazingly sexy..." Minho smirked, looking at me with that hunger in his eyes. My stomach did a flip as I watched them, feeling a little unsure on how this night will go.

When we left the apartment, there was a limo waiting out front. I knew they had money, but this was all a little flashy for me. It made a nice change from sitting in the backseat with Felix, and it gave us a chance to drink some champagne.

The restaurant was really something, 5 star Minho said. I believed him as well, the food was amazing and I don't think my drink was ever left empty. The atmosphere was still slightly tense, but it had seemed to have eased since earlier on which was a relief.

By the time dinner was over all three of us were at the tipsy stage, giggling with each other like little kids. We made our way out of the restaurant, the cold air hitting my flustered face. Minho took his jacket off, wrapping it around my shoulders as he guided me back towards the limo. I shifted my body slightly, slipping my arms through the sleeves. Of course it was a little oversized on me, Minho was taller and far more built than I was.

"I suppose we should get you home?" Felix looked at me, raising a brow. The thing is, I'm not ready to end the night.

"Already-? Can't we drive around for a while... there's still a bottle of champagne~" I hummed, wiggling my eyebrows at him in a playful manner which made him laugh.

Before Felix even said anything, Minho opened the champagne and poured us all a drink. The music played as we drove around, making jokes and just talking as we drove through the city.

Maybe it was the alcohol making feel extra confident, or maybe it was just the thrill and excitement of getting the internship. But I opened the sunroof, standing up from my seat and sticking my head out.

The city was really beautiful at night time, and the wind blowing through my hair felt so refreshing. For the first time in a while it was like I felt truly alive, like I had something to live for.

My thoughts were interrupted when Minho popped up in front of me, glancing around before his eyes met mine.

"Had to see what all the excitement was about.." he spoke, the wind causing his hair to cover his face slightly. I looked up at him, in some sort of a daze. I reached my hands forwards, pulling him close to me as I pressed my lips against his. He kissed me back with the same amount of passion and desire, his hands moving up to my neck.

It didn't last very long, because I felt a strong pair of hands on my hips pulling me back into my seat.

"You two are going to give me a heart attack!" Felix looked at us, a mix of concern and hunger. He definitely knew what we had just been doing, but he didn't seem jealous. "It's not fair... you let Lee Know have all the fun."

If I was sober, maybe I would have felt guilty. But I didn't, my mind was hazy, and I just leant forwards, kissing Felix. He kissed me back, his lips firmly pressed against mine before separating.

"Maybe it's time we do home..." I admitted, my cheeks turning red at what I had just done. Hopefully this wouldn't change anything.