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"You really like her, don't you?" Haechan's question caught Johnny off guard, pulling his attention away from the Instagram post he had been absently scrolling through. He looked up, meeting Haechan's curious gaze with a faint smile. "Yeah, I do," Johnny admitted, his voice carrying a note of warmth and affection.

Haechan grinned knowingly, nudging Johnny playfully. "I knew it! You've been checking her posts more often lately. It's written all over your face."

Johnny chuckled, feeling a hint of bashfulness at being caught in the act. "I can't help it. Lyra's posts always brighten up my day," he confessed, scrolling back to the picture of Lyra enjoying coffee in a German city.

Haechan leaned in, peering at the photo over Johnny's shoulder. "She looks happy," he observed, noting the genuine smile on Lyra's face as she held the coffee cup. "You guys seem to have a good connection."

"We do," Johnny agreed, his gaze lingering on the image. "Lyra has this way of making even the simplest moments feel special."

Haechan nodded in understanding. "That's important, especially with your schedules and everything. It's nice to have someone who brings joy and positivity into your life."

Johnny smiled, grateful for Haechan's insight. "Yeah, it really is."

Their conversation was interrupted as their manager called for their attention, signalling that it was almost time for their performance. Johnny set his phone aside, his thoughts lingering on Lyra and the connection they shared. As he stood up to prepare for their stage appearance, he couldn't help but feel a surge of anticipation for the moments they would share in the future.

Haechan's observation lingered in Johnny's mind long after their conversation ended. As he prepared for their performance, the memory of Lyra's smile in that Instagram photo brought a sense of warmth and anticipation to his heart. He couldn't deny the growing feelings he had for her, feelings that went beyond friendship and camaraderie.

After the performance recording, as they gathered backstage, Johnny's phone buzzed with a message from Lyra. It was a simple yet heartfelt message, expressing her enjoyment of their teaser pictures and wishing them success with their upcoming album. Johnny couldn't help but smile as he read her words, feeling a sense of connection and understanding that went beyond words.

Over the following weeks, Johnny's thoughts often drifted to Lyra, their conversations, and the memories they had created together. Despite the physical distance that separated them, their bond continued to strengthen through frequent messages, video calls, and shared moments of laughter and support.

Johnny found himself reaching out to Lyra more frequently, sharing snippets of his day, sending her photos from their rehearsals, and engaging in meaningful conversations about music, life, and everything in between. Their bond continued to deepen, fueled by mutual respect, admiration, and a shared passion for their respective crafts.

One evening, as Johnny sat in his studio apartment, reflecting on the events of the day, his phone buzzed with a notification. It was a message from Lyra, accompanied by a photo of a stunning sunset over the German countryside. The caption read, "Thinking of you. Wish you were here to enjoy this view with me."

A smile tugged at the corners of Johnny's lips as he admired the breathtaking scenery captured in the photo. He quickly typed out a response, "Wow, that's beautiful. I wish I had been there too. How was your day?"

Their conversation flowed effortlessly, filled with updates about their respective lives, shared jokes, and moments of genuine connection. Despite the physical distance that separated them, Johnny felt a sense of closeness and comfort in his interactions with Lyra, a feeling he cherished deeply.