Kpop Sickfics & Hurtfics

Slippery Slopes, Steady Bonds (Dino)

It was supposed to be another fun, carefree episode of *Going Seventeen*. The members were excited about their hiking trip, ready to showcase their usual banter and camaraderie. Dino, as the youngest, was buzzing with energy. He loved these group outings, but there was a lingering nervousness in his chest ever since the guide had warned them about a tricky, slippery part of the trail.

"Just make sure you're cautious around that area," the guide had said, gesturing toward a rocky slope that stretched steeply ahead. "One wrong step and you could slide pretty far. There's no serious drop, but it's enough to cause injury if you're not careful."

Dino listened intently, his hands gripping the straps of his backpack tightly. He didn't like being nervous in front of the hyungs-especially when he was usually the upbeat, fearless one. His worries must have shown on his face because Jeonghan nudged him gently.

"Hey," Jeonghan said with a smile. "Don't overthink it, Dino. We'll all take it slow and help each other. You got this."

Dino exhaled, feeling a little better. The members were always there to support him. He smiled back, nodding. "Yeah, I know. Thanks, hyung."

As they continued the hike, the scenery was breathtaking, the fresh air calming his nerves. The members were in high spirits, joking around and taking pictures. By the time they reached the slippery area, Dino had almost forgotten about the guide's warning.

The8 was walking just ahead of him, carefully picking his steps as they made their way over the slick rocks. Dino followed closely behind, concentrating on his own footing. The mood was light-Seungkwan was cracking jokes in front them, and Hoshi was laughing loudly, probably planning some sort of *Going Seventeen* prank.

Suddenly, The8's foot slipped.

He let out a startled gasp as his arms flailed to find balance. Dino's instinct kicked in before he had time to think. Without hesitation, he reached out to grab The8, trying to steady him. But in his rush, Dino lost his own balance. The rocks were slicker than he anticipated, and before he could regain his footing, he felt himself slipping-faster than he could react.

His heart pounded as the ground gave way beneath him, and the slope came up fast. His body hit the ground with a thud, and he tumbled down the rocky incline, every muscle tensing as he tried to stop the fall. He reached out to grab onto anything that would slow him down, but there was nothing. His wrist collided with a jagged rock, sending a sharp pain shooting up his arm. His ankle twisted awkwardly as he slid to a stop at the bottom of the slope, pain immediately radiating from both his wrist and ankle.

For a moment, everything was a blur of shock and pain. He tried to sit up, wincing as he attempted to move his wrist. His ankle throbbed, the pain intense enough to make his vision blur.

"Dino!" S.Coups's voice was the first to reach him, filled with alarm. He saw the older leader scrambling down the slope toward him, followed by Jeonghan and Hoshi.

"Dino, are you okay?" Jeonghan's voice was softer but no less concerned. He knelt down beside him, his hand gently resting on Dino's shoulder.

"I'm... I'm fine," Dino tried to say, but his voice cracked with the pain he was trying to suppress. He didn't want to be a burden, especially not now. They were in the middle of filming, and the last thing he wanted was to ruin the trip for everyone.

S.Coups knelt beside him, his brows furrowed in worry as he gently examined Dino's wrist. "It doesn't look good," he muttered under his breath, his expression growing darker. "Does it hurt here?" he asked, pressing lightly near Dino's swollen wrist.

Dino flinched involuntarily, biting his lip to stop a pained sound from escaping. "Yeah... a lot."

Jeonghan's hand tightened on his shoulder, his usual playful demeanor gone. "We need to get him to a doctor."

The other members had gathered around now, concern written all over their faces. Seungkwan crouched beside Dino, trying to keep the mood light despite the tension. "Of all the times to show off your dance moves, Dino, why'd you pick a mountain? There's no crowd here!" he joked, his eyes betraying his concern.

Dino chuckled weakly, but it quickly turned into a grimace as the pain flared again. "Yeah, not my best moment, huh?"

Hoshi was unusually quiet, hovering nearby, his expression serious. He rested a hand on Dino's uninjured shoulder, squeezing gently. "You'll be okay," Hoshi said, his voice steady. "We're going to get you out of here."

The8, still shaken from his own slip, knelt beside Dino. Guilt was written all over his face. "This is my fault," he said quietly, his voice laced with regret. "If I hadn't slipped-"

"Don't," Dino interrupted, shaking his head even though it sent another wave of pain down his body. "It's not your fault, hyung. I tried to help, that's all."

The8's jaw clenched, but he nodded, not wanting to argue with Dino while he was hurt. "Still... I'll make it up to you. Once we get back, I'm making you all your favorite foods, okay?"

"That sounds good," Dino said, though the pain in his wrist and ankle made it hard to focus on anything else.

The crew had stopped filming, and the guides were already calling for medical assistance. S.Coups and Jeonghan took charge, making sure Dino was comfortable while they waited. S.Coups kept glancing at Dino, his protective instincts in overdrive, while Jeonghan's soft reassurances helped keep Dino's mind off the pain.

"You're not a burden, Dino," S.Coups said suddenly, as if reading his thoughts. "Don't think for a second that you're slowing us down. We're family, and your safety comes first."

Dino looked up at him, swallowing the lump in his throat. "I just... I didn't want to ruin the trip."

"You didn't," Jeonghan said firmly. "We're all here for you. That's what matters."

Seungkwan chimed in with a teasing grin, "Yeah, besides, this episode just got way more exciting. Everyone's going to be on the edge of their seats when they see you pull that hero move for The8. You're basically the star now."

Despite the pain, Dino smiled. His hyungs always knew how to lighten the mood, even in the worst situations.

As the medics arrived and began checking Dino's injuries, Hoshi knelt down again, this time leaning close to Dino's ear. "You're stronger than this, okay? You'll heal up, and we'll all be back here together, no slips next time."

Dino nodded, grateful for Hoshi's quiet encouragement. His body still hurt, but his heart felt lighter with the support of his members. They would get him through this, just like they always had.

Later, when they finally got him to safety and his wrist and ankle were properly treated, Dino was met with a surprise back at the dorms-The8 had kept his promise, preparing all his favorite dishes. The entire group gathered around, making sure Dino felt supported, laughing and joking as though nothing had changed.

As Dino sat there, his wrist wrapped in bandages and his ankle elevated, he realized something important. He wasn't a burden. No matter what happened, the group was always there to lift him up-just like he would do for them.

And that made everything okay.