falling into you || woosan

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YEOSANG'S POV

Later that night, after the dorm had quieted down, I was folding some clothes we'd left on the bed this morning, neatly placing them into drawers. The day had been filled with so much excitement that it felt almost surreal to be back in our room, surrounded by the familiar comfort of our space.

Jongho walked in from the bathroom, his hair still slightly damp from the shower, and the scent of his body wash lingered in the air. He came over and kissed the top of my head, his presence instantly soothing.

"That was really something, what Hongjoong did for Seonghwa," I said, thinking about the elaborate surprise that had unfolded earlier. "It was so thoughtful and grand... it made me think about when you asked me to be your boyfriend."

Jongho sat down on the bed beside me, his brow furrowing slightly. "Really? Their's was so big and fancy, ours was the complete opposite. It was so simple."

I smiled softly, remembering that moment. "Yeah, it was simple. But I loved it. It wasn't grand, but it meant everything to me."

Jongho leaned back against the headboard, his eyes thoughtful as he looked at me. "We were hiding back then, and there wasn't any other way to do it."

"But I wouldn't change a thing," I quickly added, moving closer to him. "It was perfect."

He nodded, a small smile tugging at the corners of his lips. "I'm glad you think so. Seeing what Hongjoong did today... it's amazing, but it also made me realize something."

I tilted my head, curious. "What's that?"

Jongho hesitated for a moment, then looked at me with a sincerity that made my heart skip a beat. "Seeing how open and happy everyone is now, it's made me think about us. About how we're still the only ones who haven't come out to the others."

I felt a familiar knot of anxiety tighten in my chest, but before I could say anything, Jongho continued.

"I've been thinking about it, Yeosang, and... maybe it's time. I know we've kept this a secret for so long, but I don't want to hide anymore. Seeing everyone else... it makes me want that for us too. I want to be able to hold your hand in front of them, to not have to act like we're just close friends. I'm tired of pretending."

I stared at him, hardly believing what I was hearing. Jongho had always been so cautious, so careful about keeping our relationship private. Hearing him say this now, that he was ready to be open about us, filled me with an overwhelming sense of relief and love.

"Are you sure?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper. "I don't want to push you into something you're not ready for."

Jongho took my hand in his, squeezing it gently. "I'm sure. I've been thinking about it for a while now, and I think... I know I'm ready. Let's tell them, Yeosang. I want them to know that you're mine."

Tears welled up in my eyes as I leaned into him, resting my head on his shoulder. "I want that too, Jongho. I've wanted it for so long."

He wrapped his arm around me, pulling me closer. "Then let's do it. Together."

For the first time in a long time, I felt like everything was going to be okay. We were finally going to be honest with the people we loved, and I couldn't wait to start this new chapter with Jongho by my side. We both drifted to sleep knowing tomorrow would be the day everything changed.

Morning

I slowly woke up, feeling the warmth of Jongho's arm draped around me. Today was the day. After all the secretive looks and hidden moments, we'd finally decided to tell the others about us. My stomach churned with nerves, but I knew it was time. Jongho must've sensed my tension because he squeezed me a little tighter before murmuring, "We'll be okay."