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P.S.H | I Knew before You did

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Kang Y/N stood at the entrance of her new dormitory, her heart pounding with a mixture of excitement and nerves. The campus was alive with the energy of new beginnings, a kaleidoscope of students greeting each other, moving in, and trying to navigate their way through the sprawling university grounds. Y/N clutched her suitcase tightly, the handle slick with sweat from her anxious grip. This wasn't just the start of her college journey; it was a return to the place that held her most cherished memories and the person she never stopped thinking about—Park Seonghwa.

Stepping into the lobby, Y/N's eyes darted around, taking in the scene. She received her room key from the friendly RA, who handed her a welcome packet filled with campus maps, event schedules, and a small, handwritten note that read, "Welcome Home." She smiled, a sense of belonging beginning to settle in. But beneath that comfort lay a simmering anxiety about seeing Seonghwa again. They had been inseparable as children, sharing dreams, secrets, and countless adventures. Their bond had been strong, but the years and miles between them had made her doubt if things could ever be the same.

Dragging her suitcase down the corridor, Y/N finally reached her dorm room. She took a deep breath, steeling herself for whatever lay beyond the door, and pushed it open. She was greeted by the sight of a tall, familiar figure unpacking on the other side of the room. Park Seonghwa. He was taller now, more mature, but his warm eyes and the easy smile he flashed her were unmistakable.

"Y/N?" he asked, his voice a blend of surprise and disbelief.

"Seonghwa?" she echoed, her heart racing as if trying to catch up with her emotions. It felt surreal, like a dream she had hoped for but never truly expected to come true.

Seonghwa broke into a wide grin and rushed to embrace her. His arms wrapped around her in a hug that felt both familiar and new. "I can't believe it's you! What are the odds?"

They pulled apart, both laughing at the sheer coincidence. Y/N felt a warmth spread through her chest, dispelling the anxiety she had felt moments earlier. The awkwardness she feared was nowhere to be found; it was as if no time had passed at all.

"We have so much to catch up on," Seonghwa said, his eyes sparkling with excitement.

"Yeah," Y/N agreed, her own excitement mirroring his. "I can't wait to hear everything."

As they settled into their room, Y/N couldn't help but feel that this was the beginning of something special. Little did she know just how much this reunion would change her life.

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The days turned into weeks, and Y/N and Seonghwa quickly fell back into their old rhythm. They attended classes together, studied in the library, and explored the campus, often staying up late into the night talking about everything and nothing. It was like they had never been apart.

One crisp autumn afternoon, they decided to visit a nearby café that had become popular among students for its cozy atmosphere and excellent pastries. They settled into a corner booth by the window, the warm sunlight casting a golden hue over their faces.

Seonghwa took a sip of his coffee and looked at Y/N thoughtfully. "You know, I never stopped wondering how you were doing all those years. Moving to the US must have been tough."

Y/N nodded, stirring her latte. "It was, at first. Everything was so different—the culture, the people, the school system. But I adjusted eventually. Still, I missed home... and I missed you."

Seonghwa's eyes softened, a tender smile playing on his lips. "I missed you too, Y/N. A lot. It felt like a part of me was missing without you around."

Her heart skipped a beat at his words. Those simple yet heartfelt sentiments rekindled feelings she thought she had buried long ago. Her childhood crush on Seonghwa, which began when they were just eight years old, was still there, lying dormant all these years, only to awaken stronger than ever.