𝙛𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙯𝙤𝙣𝙚 / 𝙠𝙣𝙟

𝙭𝙞

As they rejoined the party, the lively music enveloped them, and Y/N felt a renewed sense of excitement. They and Namjoon dove into the crowd, laughing and dancing, the earlier tension fading away with each beat. The adrenaline from the confrontation still buzzed in their veins, fueling their spirits.

"Let's grab some drinks!" Y/N suggested, pulling Namjoon toward the makeshift bar. They quickly filled their cups with whatever was on offer, both opting for a fruity punch that promised to be light and refreshing.

"Cheers to a chaotic night!" Namjoon laughed, clinking his cup against Y/N's.

"Cheers!" Y/N echoed, taking a sip. The sweetness danced on their tongue, and for a moment, it felt like they were in their own little world, away from any past heartaches.

As they danced, Y/N noticed how close they were standing, their shoulders brushing against each other. It felt comfortable, warm. Y/N's heart fluttered at the thought of how Namjoon had stood up for them, defending their honor like a knight in shining armor.

"Hey," Y/N said, leaning closer so they could hear each other over the music. "I really appreciate you tonight. You didn't have to do that."

Namjoon's expression softened, his gaze sincere. "I would do it again in a heartbeat. You deserve to be treated with respect, Y/N."

The sincerity in his voice sent a pleasant shiver down Y/N's spine. "You're really something else, you know that?"

Namjoon chuckled, rubbing the back of his neck, a hint of shyness creeping into his demeanor. "I just try to be a good friend."

A slow song began to play, the vibe shifting as people paired off, some swaying gently while others took the opportunity to dance closer. Y/N glanced around, feeling a pang of longing for a connection that went beyond friendship.

"Want to dance?" Namjoon asked, his voice low and inviting.

"Absolutely," Y/N replied, unable to hide their smile.

They found a spot in the middle of the room, the atmosphere turning intimate as they swayed together, their movements in sync. Y/N felt the warmth radiating from Namjoon, their bodies just inches apart. It felt electric.

"Do you ever think about the future?" Y/N asked, their voice almost lost in the music.

"Sometimes," Namjoon replied, looking down at them, his brow furrowing slightly. "I guess I think about what I want to do, where I want to be. But mostly, I think about the people I want to be with."

Y/N's heart skipped a beat. "And who's that?"

He met their gaze, a moment of vulnerability shining in his eyes. "People who make me feel like I can be myself. People who inspire me."

Y/N's breath hitched, the air thick with unspoken words. "I get that. It's nice to have someone like that in your life."

"Yeah," Namjoon said softly, his gaze unwavering. "Really nice."

As the song continued, Y/N felt an overwhelming urge to close the distance between them, to lean in and see where this moment might take them. But they hesitated, unsure if it was the right time.

Suddenly, the door swung open, and Gohyun reentered the room, his face flushed and his demeanor brimming with bravado from the alcohol. He scanned the crowd, his eyes landing on Y/N and Namjoon, a predatory smile spreading across his lips.

"Look who it is! Y/N and their little protector," Gohyun called out, stumbling toward them, his girlfriend trailing behind, visibly frustrated.

Namjoon immediately stiffened, positioning himself slightly in front of Y/N as if to shield them. "Not now, Gohyun."

Y/N felt their heart race again, the tension rising as Gohyun approached, clearly emboldened by the drinks. "What's wrong? Jealous? Can't handle that I'm moving on?"

Y/N clenched their jaw, frustration boiling within. "You're the one who wanted to move on, Gohyun. So why are you here?"

Gohyun waved his hand dismissively, brushing off their words. "I'm just here to have a good time. But it's funny seeing you two together. It's like a sad little fairytale."

Namjoon stepped closer, his voice firm. "You need to back off. You don't get to come in here and ruin Y/N's night again."

Gohyun laughed, a harsh sound that made Y/N's skin crawl. "And what are you going to do about it? You think you can protect them from me?"

The atmosphere crackled with tension, and Y/N felt a mix of anger and fear. They turned to Namjoon, whose jaw was set in determination. "I can handle this," they said, trying to assert themselves.

But before they could say more, Gohyun surged forward, clearly looking for a confrontation. "You think you're so tough, huh? Just because you threw one punch?"

That was it. Namjoon surged forward, the protective instinct kicking in as he pushed Gohyun back with a shove. "I won't let you disrespect Y/N any longer."

In that moment, it felt like time slowed. Y/N felt a rush of emotions: fear, anger, but also a fierce sense of loyalty and support from Namjoon. "Stop this!" Y/N shouted, stepping between them.

But Gohyun, fueled by pride and too many drinks, took a swing at Namjoon. Y/N gasped, but Namjoon was quick, dodging the punch and landing another of his own—this time with a solid jab that sent Gohyun reeling.

The room erupted into chaos as people scrambled to intervene, some cheering, others trying to break it up. Y/N stood there, heart racing, torn between worry for Namjoon and the tumultuous emotions swirling inside them.

"Namjoon!" Y/N called out, desperate to bring him back to the moment, but the anger in the air was thick.

The scene felt surreal, and Y/N knew they had to step in before things escalated further. "Guys, stop! This isn't worth it!" They shouted, their voice cutting through the noise.

Namjoon paused, breathing heavily, his expression conflicted. He turned to Y/N, and in that moment, they saw the flicker of uncertainty in his eyes.

"Let's just walk away," Y/N urged, stepping closer to him, their heart pounding in solidarity.

Namjoon hesitated, glancing back at Gohyun, who was now being pulled away by his girlfriend, but the fire in his eyes softened as he looked at Y/N. "You're right. Let's go."

With that, they turned away from the chaos, moving toward the exit, Y/N's heart racing not just from the confrontation but from the undeniable connection they shared with Namjoon. As they stepped outside into the cool night air, they knew they had each other's backs—no matter what.