Rhythm Of Rivals

18.

Two weeks later...

Author's POV

A short figure struggled to remain concealed, drawing curiosity.

"Hey, Fourth, why are you hiding here?" Winny asked, chuckling.

Fourth peeked out, scanning his surroundings nervously. "I'm hiding from Gem."

Winny's confusion deepened. "But why?"

Fourth hesitated. "I...don't know either."

Winny raised an eyebrow. "What's that supposed to mean?"

Fourth whispered, "It means I don't want him to see me."

Just then, Winny exclaimed, "Oh, hey Gemini!"

Fourth's eyes widened in alarm. "GEMINI, WHERE?" He leapt out of his hiding spot, only to find winny doubled over in laughter.

"You idiot! Do you think it's a joke?" Fourth demanded.

Winny composed himself, still grinning. "Oh, hey Gemini!"

Fourth's scowl deepened. "You really think I'll fall for it again? Do you think I'm a kid-"

"Fall for what, Fot?" Fourth froze, hearing a familiar voice behind him.

If you're wondering what the heck is going on then here to catch you up, Fourth is dodging Gemini because he can't handle the constant flirting and be a blushing mess early in the morning

In Fourth's words, "They must have left the real Gemini in the mountains!" The past two weeks have been a whirlwind.

Gemini, once reserved, now flirts shamelessly with Fourth in every way possible through texts, calls, and every interaction they have. Fourth is perplexed: is Gemini serious or just teasing?

Because when Fourth flirts back, Gemini sometimes goes silent, making Fourth wonder if he's uncomfortable.

Recently, Gemini befriended Winny, and their unlikely bond has everyone baffled. Gemini now opens up to Satang and loves teasing Fourth alongside Love, his new favorite senior. Gemini's behavior shocks the entire college, including teachers. (Why am I writing it like news reporting 😭)

However, one thing remains constant: Gemini's cold demeanor towards outsiders. He switches from sunny smiles to icy stares in an instant, only warming up to Fourth and his close friends.

Well let's get a glimpse of this 2 weeks and dive in the flashbacks

(Day 3 after returning from field trip)

Gemini leaned in, whispering, "Hey, Fourth, did you know your hair looks amazing today? Like silk." (He shifted beside fourth permanently with the help of winny)

"Shut up, Gem."

Gemini grinned. "Just stating facts. You're Beauty is distracting me from my studies."

Fourth rolled his eyes. "You're always distracted this days."

Gemini chuckled. "Only when I'm near you."