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Bubblegum Bitch

Title: Bubblegum Bitch
Genre: high school drama, rom-com, non-idol au, high school au
Length: 6310 words
Written: August 11, 2024
Published: August 12, 2024

Top: Minho
Bottom: Seungmin

TW: "manipulation", jealousy, peer pressure, emotional vulnerability, kissing

A/N: if you see some grammar/vocabulary errors please let me know because English is not my first language.

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Seungmin walked through the grand halls of Levanter Academy, the prestigious private school that had been his second home for years. As he passed by, heads turned, and whispers followed in his wake. With his uniform perfectly tailored, a smile that could melt hearts, and eyes that sparkled with mischief, he'd earned his reputation as the school's playboy.

But despite his flirtatious demeanor, Seungmin was more than just a pretty face. He was a straight-A student, constantly at the top of his class. His intelligence only added to his charm, making him the object of many affections. However, the puppy boy never seemed to take any of it too seriously, always surrounded by his group of friends.

That morning, as Seungmin strolled into his homeroom, his friends greeted him. Hyunjin, his best friend and partner in crime, was already perched on a desk, swinging his legs and grinning widely. "You're late, Seungmin-ah. Another fan letter kept you occupied?"

The latter chuckled, tossing his bag onto a nearby chair. "You know how it is, Hyun. Can't let them down." His tone was light, but there was a flicker of something in his eyes-perhaps boredom, or maybe just the faintest hint of longing for something more than his usual daily life.

Just as he was about to settle with his friends, the classroom door creaked open. Conversations halted, and every head turned to the doorway. There stood Lee Minho, the new transfer student. He was tall, with sharp features and a presence that immediately commanded attention. His uniform fit him like a glove, and his dark hair fell effortlessly into place, giving him an air of mystery that contrasted starkly with Seungmin's playful charm.

The brunette's heart skipped a beat as their eyes met. Minho's gaze was intense, almost challenging, and it sent a shiver down his spine. For a moment, the entire room seemed to fade away, leaving just the two of them locked in that electric stare. Seungmin wasn't used to receiving such gaze-he was the one who usually had others flustered, not the other way around.

Minho broke the silence first, his voice smooth and deep. "Is this the right room for literature class?"

Seungmin quickly regained his composure, flashing his signature smile. "You're in the right place. I'm Kim Seungmin. And you are?"

"Lee Minho," the newcomer replied, his lips curling into a slight smirk. He walked into the room with a confidence that was hard to ignore, making his way to an empty seat at the back of the classroom. As he passed Seungmin, there was a brief moment where their shoulders brushed, and he felt a strange jolt of excitement.

Throughout the class, Seungmin found himself unable to focus. His mind kept drifting back to Minho-the way he carried himself, the mystery that seemed to surround him. It was rare for anyone to pique his interest like this, and he wasn't sure what to make of it. He caught himself glancing over his shoulder more than once, only to find the boy's cat-like eyes already on him, watching with an unreadable expression.

By the time the bell rang, signaling the end of the period, Seungmin was more intrigued than ever. As his friends gathered their things, chattering about their plans for lunch, he decided to linger behind. He watched as Minho packed up his belongings with unhurried grace, seemingly unaware of the attention he was drawing.