𝕋𝕒𝕟𝕘𝕝𝕖𝕕 ℍ𝕖𝕒𝕣𝕥𝕤 (minimo Ft. jayhoon) [On-going]

Chapter 3 - Unexpected Encounters

After a flurry of a weekend, Monday morning saw the usual crush of students rushing to their first lessons. The excitement of a new week permeated the university campus, which was in full swing. Walking side by side, Minhee and Sunghoon attracted the odd inquisitive gaze from onlookers due to their similar appearances, but they didn't seem to mind.

When they got closer to the main building, Minhee's mind started to wander back to the Blue Moon Café concert. Sunghoon had been enthralled with Jay's performance and their quick talk afterward for the entire weekend. While smiling at his brother's delight and listening intently, Minhee's mind was focused on the messages that Jungmo had sent.

Minhee's heart ached with a longing he wasn't sure how to handle because of the way Jungmo had checked in on him during the concert and the way he always seemed to care about his well-being. His ability to communicate his emotions had never been strong, particularly when it came to something as intricate as love.

“Earth to Minhee,” Sunghoon’s voice broke through his thoughts, bringing him back to the present. “You’re spacing out again.”

“Huh? Sorry, I was just thinking,” Minhee replied, shaking his head slightly to clear his thoughts.

"About Jungmo hyung?” Sunghoon teased, a playful grin on his face.

Minhee felt his cheeks heat up, but he didn’t deny it. “Maybe. I don’t know, Sunghoon. He’s just… different, you know?”

Sunghoon’s grin softened into a knowing smile. “Yeah, I get it. Jay’s been on my mind a lot too. It’s weird, isn’t it? How can someone just take over your thoughts like that?”

Minhee nodded, grateful that his brother understood. “Yeah. It’s like… I want to tell him how I feel, but I don’t know how. What if it ruins everything?”

As they entered the main building, Sunghoon's demeanor became contemplative. "In my opinion, taking a chance is preferable to constantly wondering 'what if.'" However, Minhee, you don't have to rush it. Simply take your time and consider your own desires.

Minhee thanked Sunghoon for his advice, but before he could say anything more, they heard a familiar voice beckoning to them.

“Hey, Minhee! Sunghoon!”

They looked around to find Jungmo walking toward them with a warm smile. Jay strolled beside him, idly plucking the strings of his guitar. For separate reasons, Minhee's and Sunghoon's hearts raced as they saw one other.

“Morning, hyung,” Minhee greeted, trying to keep his voice steady.

“Morning, guys,” Jungmo replied, his gaze lingering on Minhee a little longer than usual. “How was the rest of your weekend?”

“It was great!” Sunghoon answered enthusiastically. “We couldn’t stop talking about Jay’s performance.”

With a sheepish smile on his lips, Jay looked up from his guitar. "I'm happy you enjoyed it. To be honest, I felt a little uneasy.”

“Nervous? You were amazing!” Sunghoon exclaimed, his admiration clear in his voice. “Seriously, Jay, you’ve got nothing to worry about.”

“Thanks, Sunghoon,” Jay said, his smile widening. “That means a lot coming from you.”

As Minhee observed his brother and Jay's conversation, she experienced mixed emotions of worry and joy. Sunghoon was clearly in love with Jay, but Minhee understood how challenging it might be to handle such emotions, particularly when there was a lot on the line.

Minhee's serious look appeared to be seen by Jungmo, who gave him a gentle prod. "Minhee, are you alright? You appear a little confused right now."

Startled by the sudden attention, Minhee blinked. "Oh, Hyung, I'm alright. I think I'm just a bit fatigued."