closer | sung hanbin

05

Yuna could hardly believe the news. As she read the message from her management team, a wave of joy washed over her. She was officially the brand ambassador for Miu Miu. It was a dream come true, and she couldn't wait to celebrate with her friends.

The announcement went live on her social media, and the congratulations poured in almost immediately. Her friends rallied around her, excitement bubbling in the air.

"Yuna, this is incredible!" Dohee exclaimed, throwing her arms around her. "You deserve this so much!"

"Honestly, I'm so proud of you," Yurim added, beaming. "We have to celebrate properly!"

Somin nodded enthusiastically. "Girls' night party at my place tonight? Let's make it special!"

Yuna grinned, her heart swelling with gratitude. "That sounds perfect! I can't wait!"

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Later that evening, the atmosphere at Somin's apartment was electric. The room was filled with laughter, chatter, and the smell of delicious snacks as the girls gathered around the coffee table laden with treats. They played games, shared stories, and reminisced about their high school days, the sound of their joy echoing through the apartment.

As the night went on, Yuna found herself periodically glancing at her phone. She felt a flutter of excitement each time it lit up, but she kept her emotions in check, not wanting to let her friends see her distraction.

"Are you okay, Yuna?" Dohee asked, noticing her smile as she scrolled through her messages.

"Yeah, I'm good!" Yuna replied, but she couldn't hide the happiness radiating from her. "Just some exciting stuff happening!"

"Did you get back together with Jaehyun or something?" Somin asked, a hint of concern in her voice. The other girls shared worried glances, unsure of what to make of Yuna's distracted behavior.

"No, no!" Yuna reassured them quickly. "It's nothing like that, I promise! Just... something else." She decided not to mention Hanbin's messages, not wanting to raise questions or make her friends uncomfortable.

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The group continued to chat, but Yuna couldn't help but focus on her phone. She felt giddy with anticipation. Finally, a message came through from Hanbin that made her heart race.

"Hey! Wanna join me for a stream tomorrow? I thought we could play Roblox together. It'll be fun!"

Yuna's eyes lit up, and she quickly typed back.

"I'd love to! I've never played Roblox before, but it sounds like a blast!"

When her friends saw her smile widen, they exchanged curious looks. "What's going on?" Yurim asked playfully. "Did a cute boy ask you out?"

Yuna laughed, shaking her head. "No, it's not like that. It's just Hanbin. He invited me to stream with him tomorrow." She kept her tone light, hoping her friends wouldn't dig deeper.

"Hanbin?" Dohee repeated, her expression shifting from concern to intrigue. "As in the Hanbin from our high school? the streamer?"

Yuna nodded, feeling a warm glow. "Yeah! He's really fun to talk to, and I think it'll be a good experience."

"Sounds like someone is excited!" Somin teased, a playful glint in her eyes. "I think you should go for it! It'll be a great way to get to know him better."

Yuna felt her cheeks flush again. "We're just friends," she insisted, but deep down, she was curious about where their connection might lead.

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As the night progressed, the girls' party continued, filled with laughter and silly games. Yuna found herself increasingly excited about the upcoming stream with Hanbin, feeling grateful for the distraction it provided from her recent troubles.

"I think we should make a fun little game out of it," Somin suggested. "Maybe you could wear a fun outfit while you're streaming! It'll be a whole vibe."

Yuna giggled at the idea. "That sounds like a great idea! I might just wear my favourite one piece."

"Absolutely! Show them off, girl!" Yurim chimed in, raising her glass in a mock toast. "To the future Miu Miu queen!"

As the night wore on, Yuna felt grateful for her friends and the life she was building for herself. Though things with Jaehyun had been tumultuous, she could see a new path opening before her—one filled with friendships, opportunities, and the possibility of new beginnings.

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After a long night of fun, Yuna finally returned home, her heart still buzzing with excitement. As she settled into bed, she couldn't help but smile at the thought of the stream with Hanbin. She felt a mix of nervousness and exhilaration.

"Looking forward to it! We'll have fun, I promise."

Yuna found herself typing back, her fingers moving quickly over the screen.

"Me too! Can't wait to try Roblox with you. See you tomorrow!"

After hitting send, she placed her phone on the nightstand and lay back against her pillows. The anticipation of the next day lingered in the air, and for the first time in a while, she felt a glimmer of hope for her future.

As she drifted off to sleep, the thought of a new adventure with Hanbin filled her dreams, marking the beginning of something exciting and new, all while keeping her secret safe from her friends.