Demure | Jakehoon

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Jake's eyes widened in amazement as he caught sight of the ice skating rink for the first time. The glossy surface, shimmering under the vibrant lights, seemed to beckon him to step onto it and glide away. Pairs of skaters gracefully twirled and spun across the ice, their movements almost balletic and he wondered which one was Sunghoon. The chilly air carried with it a sense of excitement and exhilaration, mingling with the laughter and chatter of people enjoying themselves. Jake watched as children giggled with delight while their parents patiently guided them along the icy paths, creating memories that would be cherished for years to come. The scent of freshly sharpened skates wafted through the air, sparking anticipation within Jake's heart as he waited for his soulmate to perform.

He noticed Heeseung snickering at his impatience. He couldn't wait to see Sunghoon dance on the stage and most importantly, talk to him. A few skaters performed but none of them were referred to as Sunghoon, and it made Jake squirm in his seat. He fiddled with his finger as he hardly paid attention to any of the performance and sighed. "And up next, is Park Sunghoon." Jake's eyes widened as Sunghoon stepped into the rink. Sunghoon was beautiful. Jake stood at the edge of the ice rink, his eyes fixed on Sunghoon as he glided across the smooth surface with seemingly effortless grace.

It was Jake's first time watching Sunghoon ice skate, hell it was his first time seeing him at all, and Jake couldn't help but be captivated by the way he moved. The soft glow of the overhead lights illuminated Sunghoon's face, highlighting his delicate features and sparkling eyes that were filled with a mix of anticipation and confidence. As he twirled and spun on the ice, each movement was executed with precision and elegance, proving that he had been doing it for years. The sound of blades slicing through the frozen water echoed in the air, providing a rhythmic backdrop to their shared moment. Watching his soulmate navigate this filled Jake's heart with warmth and admiration, reinforcing just how lucky he was to have stumbled upon someone so effortlessly beautiful both inside and out.

Jake couldn't help but feel a surge of pride as he watched Sunghoon conquer the ice rink with such natural talent. It was as if Sunghoon had been born to glide across the frozen surface, effortlessly enchanting everyone around him. Jake admired not only Sunghoon's physical grace but also his determination. After his performance, the boy only stared at the rink in shock. He could see why Sunghoon was the best skater in that area. As the show came to an end, both Jake and Heeseung waited for Sunghoon by the exit and when he finally passed by, Heeseung was the one to stop him. "Jake Hyung?" When Jake watched Sunghoon's eyes light up while smiling at Heeseung, he could feel something break inside him. He knew he wasn't good enough.