my favorite stalker | heehoon

two different lives

The next day, Heeseung woke up to the gentle sunlight streaming through his bedroom window.

The events of the previous night still lingered in his mind, but he pushed them aside as he got ready for university.

He couldn't afford to let his thoughts distract him too much.

He met up with Jay and Niki in front of the university gate, their concerned expressions from the previous night replaced with their usual smiles.

"Hey, how are you feeling?"
Jay asked, giving Heeseung a pat on the back.

Heeseung managed a small smile.
"I'm okay, thanks. Just... processing everything."

Niki nodded understandingly.
"If you need to talk, we're here for you."

Heeseung appreciated their support more than he could express.

The three friends made their way to their classes, slipping back into their familiar routines.

The day passed by in a blur of lectures and assignments, with occasional moments of laughter shared between them.

As the day came to an end, Heeseung felt a bit more at ease.

"Hey, are you doing anything tonight?" Jay asked as they packed up their things.

Heeseung shook his head.
"I was thinking of streaming a new game I heard about. It's supposed to be a horror game."

Niki's eyes lit up.
"That sounds fun. What's it called?"

"It's called 'Midnight Manor'," Heeseung replied.
"I heard it's pretty intense."

Jay grinned.
"I'll definitely tune in to watch. You always have the best reactions to horror games."

With plans for the evening set, they said their goodbyes and headed home.

Once Heeseung was back in his apartment, he quickly set up his streaming equipment, the familiar routine bringing a sense of normalcy.

He announced the stream on his social media, and within minutes, his followers were eagerly waiting for him to start.

"Hey everyone," he greeted, his voice steady and cheerful.
"Tonight, we're diving into 'Midnight Manor'. I've heard it's pretty scary, so let's see if it lives up to the hype."

As the game loaded, the eerie music set the tone.

Heeseung adjusted his headset and glanced at the chat, smiling at the encouraging messages from his viewers.

The game began, plunging Heeseung into a dark, abandoned manor filled with ghostly whispers and creaking floors.

He navigated through dimly lit hallways, his nerves on edge as he anticipated the next jump scare.

The chat was filled with reactions, both amused and sympathetic, as Heeseung's fear was palpable.

Suddenly, a shadowy figure darted across the screen, and Heeseung yelped, his heart racing.
"Fuck! Woah..did you see that?" he exclaimed, his eyes wide with terror.

The chat exploded with laughter and emojis, enjoying his genuine reactions.

Heeseung's fear was genuine, but he couldn't help but laugh along with his viewers, the shared experience making it more enjoyable.

As the game progressed, Heeseung's immersion deepened.

The haunting atmosphere and unsettling sounds kept him on edge, but the presence of his viewers provided a comforting buffer.