The house party was in full swing, music blasting and laughter filling the air. Rora stood in a corner, trying to blend into the background, her gaze occasionally drifting to Asa, who was surrounded by a group of friends. Asa was the epitome of high school popularity, with her effortless charm and radiant smile. Rora, on the other hand, was more reserved and less inclined to be the center of attention.
Rora's best friend, Rami, had dragged her to the party, promising it would be fun. And Rami was nothing if not persuasive. Now, amidst the party games and festivities, Rora found herself reluctantly participating in a round of Seven Minutes in Heaven.
Rami's voice rang out, "Alright, everyone! It's time for the dare! Rora, you're up!"
Rora's heart skipped a beat. The game had been going on for a while, with various dares leading to amusing and occasionally awkward scenarios. When Rami pulled out a slip with Asa's name on it, Rora's face paled.
"No way, Rami! I can't-" Rora protested, but Rami was already ushering her towards Asa with a grin.
"Come on, Rora, it's just for fun! You'll be fine," Rami said, her eyes twinkling with mischief.
Before Rora could protest further, she found herself standing in front of Asa, who was slightly tipsy but still very much aware of her surroundings. Asa's eyes sparkled with amusement as she took Rora's hand.
"Looks like it's our turn," Asa said with a playful wink. She led Rora to a small, dimly lit closet that had been transformed into the Seven Minutes in Heaven booth.
As they entered the closet, Rora felt her cheeks flush with heat. The space was cramped, and the darkness only heightened her nervousness. Asa leaned against the wall with a relaxed smile, while Rora fidgeted with her hands, trying to avoid eye contact.
"So, Rora," Asa began, her voice teasing yet soft, "how's it going? Nervous?"
Rora nodded, her face burning red. "A little..."
Asa, noticing Rora's discomfort, decided to have a bit of fun. She leaned in and placed a gentle kiss on Rora's cheek. Rora froze, her eyes widening as her blush deepened.
"Wow, you're really cute when you're flustered," Asa said, giggling as she planted another kiss, this time on Rora's other cheek.
Rora's awkwardness seemed to increase with each kiss. She stammered, "I-I've never done this before..."
Asa's laughter bubbled up, and she couldn't help but tease Rora further. "Oh, really? You're a virgin?" Asa's eyes sparkled with playful mischief.
Rora nodded, looking more embarrassed by the second. Asa's laughter was infectious, and soon Rora found herself laughing despite her embarrassment. Asa continued her teasing with more gentle kisses, each one making Rora squirm with a mix of nervousness and delight.
"C'mon, don't be shy," Asa said, her voice softening as she saw how endearing Rora's reactions were. "You're doing great."
The minutes ticked by, and Asa's teasing kisses and lighthearted comments made the experience both nerve-wracking and oddly exhilarating for Rora. By the end of the seven minutes, the closet was filled with a mix of laughter and awkward, but endearing, moments.
When Rora finally emerged from the closet, she was met with knowing looks and playful nudges from the other partygoers. Asa followed her out, her smile as charming as ever.
"You did great, Rora," Asa said, her voice sincere yet playful. "Maybe next time we can have a little more fun?"
Rora's heart skipped a beat. She looked up at Asa, her cheeks still flushed but with a newfound sense of confidence. "Yeah, maybe."
As Rora rejoined the party, her mind raced with thoughts about her encounter with Asa. The playful kisses and Asa's teasing had left a lasting impression on her. She realized that moments like these were rare—an opportunity to be close to her crush in a way she had only dreamed of before.
Rora looked across the room, catching Asa's eye. Asa, with her easy smile and confident demeanor, seemed to be waiting for Rora to make a move. The realization hit Rora like a bolt of lightning: if she didn’t seize this moment, it might slip away forever.
Taking a deep breath, Rora gathered her courage. She moved through the crowd with a determined stride, her heart pounding in her chest. As she approached Asa, she could feel the intensity of the moment. Her cheeks were still flushed from their time in the closet, but this time, she felt a surge of boldness.
Asa looked at Rora with a curious smile, her eyes twinkling with anticipation. Rora stopped in front of her, their faces mere inches apart. The noise of the party seemed to fade into the background as they locked eyes. For a moment, the world felt smaller, more intimate.
Without breaking their gaze, Rora leaned in slowly. Asa’s eyes softened, and she mirrored Rora’s movement. Their lips met in a gentle kiss, a sweet culmination of their earlier playfulness. The kiss was brief but filled with a promise of something more.
When they pulled back, both Rora and Asa couldn’t help but giggle. The spontaneity of the moment had lightened the air between them, and the laughter that followed was filled with a sense of relief and happiness.
After their laughter subsided, Rora took a deep breath, feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. The party buzzed around them, but her focus was solely on Asa. This was the moment she had been waiting for, and she didn’t want to let it slip away.
“Hey, Asa,” Rora began, her voice steady despite her racing heart, “I know this might sound a bit forward, but... would you like to go out with me sometime? Just the two of us?”
Asa’s eyes widened in pleasant surprise. Her smile widened, revealing her genuine interest. “I’d love that,” she said warmly. “When were you thinking?”
Rora felt a wave of relief and happiness wash over her. “How about this weekend? We could grab coffee or maybe dinner, whatever you prefer.”
Asa nodded enthusiastically. “That sounds perfect. I’m looking forward to it.”
Rora’s heart soared as she smiled back. “Great! It’s a date then.”
With their plans set, Rora felt a newfound sense of confidence. The party seemed to shimmer with a newfound magic as she and Asa shared a look that promised more moments like this to come.
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Babymonster One Shot
FanficStep into the fun and colorful world of Babymonster, YG Entertainment's newest K-pop stars! This collection of short stories brings you the exciting adventures and sweet romances of Ruka, Pharita, Asa, Ahyeon, Rami, Rora, and Chiquita. Enjoy behind...