Chapter 10: Unexpected Accident

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The party was in full swing as Felix navigated through the lively crowd, his heart pulsing with the rhythm of the music that echoed through the grand halls of the fraternity mansion. Every corner seemed alive with laughter and animated conversations, and Felix couldn't help but feel a thrill in the air as he mingled with his friends.

Lost momentarily in the excitement of the evening, Felix rounded a corner, only to collide unexpectedly with someone-strong arms catching him just before he stumbled.

"Oh, sorry about that," Felix murmured, looking up to meet the gaze of the person who had caught him.

Hyunjin's deep voice rumbled with amusement as he steadied Felix, his eyes sparkling with a mixture of surprise and delight. "No worries sweetheart," he replied, a small smile playing on his lips. "You seem to be in a hurry."

Felix chuckled softly, his heart racing at the proximity to Hyunjin. "Just trying to keep up with the energy of this place," he admitted, glancing around at the bustling partygoers.

Hyunjin's gaze softened as he studied Felix, a flicker of something unreadable passing through his eyes. "You look incredible tonight," he complimented sincerely, his voice low and intimate amidst the background noise.

Felix felt a flush of warmth spread across his cheeks at the compliment, his own gaze meeting Hyunjin's with a mixture of gratitude and something unspoken. "Thank you, darling," he replied, his voice barely above a whisper, the air thick with tension.

Before they could delve further into conversation, a commotion erupted nearby-a heated argument escalating between two students, drawing the attention of the surrounding partygoers. Felix's heart sank as he recognized the familiar undercurrent of tension that threatened to overshadow the festive atmosphere.

Hyunjin's expression hardened slightly as he glanced in the direction of the disturbance, his jaw set with determination. "I'll handle this," he murmured to Felix, his tone leaving no room for argument.

Felix nodded in understanding, his concern evident as he watched Hyunjin stride purposefully towards the altercation, his friends Changbin, Chan, and Minho following closely behind. He couldn't help but admire the way Hyunjin commanded respect and authority, his presence a stark contrast to the chaos unfolding around them.

As Hyunjin deftly intervened and diffused the conflict, Felix's admiration for him deepened-a mix of awe and gratitude swirling within him. He knew firsthand the strength and resilience that lay beneath Hyunjin's confident exterior, a testament to the complexities of the man he was slowly beginning to unravel.

Once the situation was resolved and the party began to regain its lively momentum, Felix found himself drawn back into the celebratory atmosphere, though his thoughts lingered on Hyunjin. There was an undeniable connection between them-one that defied easy explanation yet held the promise of something deeper and more profound.

As the night wore on, Felix couldn't shake the feeling that their paths had crossed for a reason-that amidst the chaos and excitement of the party, a bond was forming that would shape their journey in ways neither of them could predict.

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