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-Start of Chapter 28-

"Yeonjun?"

Hana and I exchange confused glances as we stare at Yeonjun standing in the doorway. His eyes, visible above the mask, are filled with concern and uncertainty.

"Did I come at a bad time?" Yeonjun asks, his voice muffled by the mask.

"No, it's fine," I quickly respond, shaking my head. "I was going to work, but I still have some time."

Yeonjun nods and steps inside. "Can we sit down and talk for a bit?"

"Yeah 'course" I say, leading him to the living room. Hana follows, her expression still puzzled.

We sit down, the atmosphere tense and awkward. Yeonjun takes off his mask, revealing a worried look on his face. "About everything that's going on... I just wanted to check in on you."

I force a smile, trying to hide my anxiety. "I'm okay... managing, I guess."

Yeonjun nods slowly. "I know it's been really tough. And Soobin... he's been really quiet about everything."

My heart sinks at the mention of Soobin. "Is... Is he okay?"

Yeonjun hesitates before answering. "He's managing, but he's worried about you too. He doesn't say it but it's obvious."

I glance at Hana, who gives me a reassuring nod. "I'm worried about him too. This whole situation is just... a mess."

Yeonjun sighs, running a hand through his hair. "Look, I don't know what happened between you and Soobin when that picture was taken. But whatever it was, you both need to be really careful from now on."

I nod, understanding the gravity of his words. "I know. I never wanted any of this to happen."

"I believe you" Yeonjun says gently. "But the media and the fans can be relentless. They won't stop until they find out who you are. And when they do, it could get even worse."

I bite my lip, trying to keep my emotions in check. "Soobin said we should stop seeing each other for a while."

Yeonjun nods again. "That's probably for the best, at least until things calm down. It's not that he doesn't care about you. He's just trying to protect you both."

"I understand." I say softly, my voice trembling.

Yeonjun reaches out and gives my hand a reassuring squeeze. "We're all here for you, okay? If you need anything, just let us know."

"Thank you, Yeonjun." I say, feeling a bit of relief at his words.

He stands up, putting his mask back on. "Take care of yourself, Y/N. And be careful. Bye Hana."

Hana waves behind me.

"I will." I promise, standing up to walk him to the door. "Thanks for coming by."

As Yeonjun leaves, Hana and I exchange another look, both of us trying to process everything that's happening.

"Unnie, you really okay?" Hana asks softly.

I sigh getting up and grabbing my bag, "I should head to work."

Slipping my shoes on, I look at Hana, "I might be home a bit late. Kay?"

I receive a reassuring nod and I head out.

~~~~~

The day at the café is a blur of routine tasks, each one a small attempt to keep my mind off the chaos.