I stood on my tip-toes, straining to reach the box of cereal on the top shelf. My fingers just barely grazed the edge when a hand suddenly reached above my shoulder, effortlessly grabbing the box. I gasped and turned to see Heeseung, smirking down at me.
"Thanks," I murmured, trying to ignore the amusement in his eyes.
He handed me the box, still smirking. "Having some trouble there, shorty?"
I crossed my arms, frowning. "I'm not that short. I'm the average height for any other girl."
Heeseung shook his head, stepping closer. "Sure, if 'average' means barely reaching the cereal shelf."
I took a step back, but he kept advancing until my back hit the counter. He placed his hands on my hips, pinning me in place. "You know, being short has its advantages."
"Like what?" I challenged, trying to ignore the fluttering in my stomach.
"Like giving me more reasons to tease you," he said, his eyes twinkling with mischief.
"It's not my fault I'm short," I argued, swatting his hands away. "I was born this way!"
He laughed, a deep, warm sound that made my heart skip a beat. "You're cute when you're frustrated, you know that?"
I huffed and turned to leave, but before I could take a step, he lifted me effortlessly and placed me on the counter. I gasped, the sudden movement catching me off guard. Now, we were eye-level, and I found myself staring into his deep, mesmerizing eyes.
"Why are you looking at me like that?" he asked, his voice softening.
I blinked, trying to gather my thoughts. "I've never seen you from this angle before."
Heeseung chuckled, his hands resting lightly on my thighs. "Well, enjoy the view then."
I blushed, feeling a mix of embarrassment and something else—something warm and thrilling. Heeseung's playful teasing, his gentle touch, it all made me feel something I wasn't quite ready to acknowledge.
"You're impossible," I muttered, trying to hide my smile.
"And you love it," he replied, leaning in closer.
Before I could respond, he tilted his head slightly and leaned in, his lips brushing against mine in a soft, tentative kiss. My breath hitched, and for a moment, everything else faded away. His kiss was gentle but electrifying, sending shivers down my spine.
I found myself kissing him back, my hands instinctively reaching up to wrap around his neck. Heeseung deepened the kiss, his hands tightening on my hips, pulling me closer to him.
When we finally pulled away, both of us were breathing heavily. He rested his forehead against mine, his eyes closed, a small smile playing on his lips.
"See? Being short has its perks," he whispered, his voice husky.
I couldn't help but laugh softly, my fingers playing with the hair at the nape of his neck. "Maybe it does," I admitted.
Heeseung smiled, his eyes opening to meet mine. "Glad you agree."
We stayed like that for a while, just enjoying each other's presence, the playful teasing turning into something much deeper. It was a moment I knew I would never forget.
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