closer | sung hanbin

09

The day was bright and sunny as Hanbin walked out of his last class of the day, a wave of excitement washing over him. He spotted Yuna leaning against the entrance of the university, her phone in hand, absorbed in whatever was lighting up her screen. Her casual outfit—a cute oversized hoodie paired with denim shorts—made her look effortlessly stylish, a reminder of her influencer persona.

"Hey, you ready?" Hanbin called out, his voice cutting through the chatter of students milling about. Yuna looked up, a radiant smile spreading across her face as she spotted him.

"Absolutely! I've been looking forward to this," she replied, tucking her phone away and walking over to him.

"Let's hit the mall then!" Hanbin suggested, his spirits high. As they strolled through the campus, they chatted about everything from their classes to their favorite gaming moments, the chemistry between them unmistakable.

Once they arrived at the mall, the vibrant atmosphere enveloped them. Yuna's eyes lit up with excitement as they wandered through the stores. She paused at a boutique, her curiosity piqued. "Oh, can we check this out?"

"Of course! Lead the way," Hanbin replied, enjoying how animated she was. They explored the shop together, Yuna picking out various outfits and playfully modeling them in front of the mirror, her laughter echoing through the store.

"This one is cute! What do you think?" she asked, twirling in a sundress that flowed around her.

Hanbin grinned, giving her a thumbs up. "Definitely a keeper! You look amazing in it."

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After hours of wandering from store to store, they found themselves at a cozy café nestled on the mall's second floor. The café had a rustic vibe, with warm wooden accents and the comforting aroma of coffee wafting through the air. Hanbin and Yuna chose a corner table by the window, where sunlight streamed in, creating a perfect backdrop for their casual afternoon.

"I can't believe how much fun we've had today," Yuna said, her eyes sparkling as she looked around the café. "Shopping is always better with company."

Hanbin chuckled, "Yeah, I didn't know shopping could be this entertaining. You have a talent for it!"

"Thanks! It's all about having the right mindset," Yuna replied, taking a sip of her iced latte. She glanced at the menu, her brow furrowing. "Should I get dessert? I feel like I need to treat myself after all that walking."

"Definitely! Let's split something," Hanbin suggested, his own sweet tooth kicking in. He waved over a waiter and ordered a slice of cheesecake to share.

As they waited, Yuna leaned in closer, her expression turning slightly more serious. "You know, I'd love to be friends with your friends," she said, her tone thoughtful.

Hanbin raised an eyebrow, surprised but pleased by the suggestion. "Really? I think they'd love to hang out with you. They've heard a lot about you," he replied, a smile playing on his lips.

"I think it would be fun! Plus, I want to get to know the people in your life better," Yuna added, sipping her iced latte. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and Hanbin found himself nodding along.

"Then let's make it happen! I'll arrange something," Hanbin said, his heart warming at the thought of their friend group blending together. The thought of seeing Yuna interact with his friends excited him, and he felt a sense of pride at the idea of introducing her to them.

Their cheesecake arrived, and they dug in, their conversation light and cheerful. Yuna had a way of making even the simplest moments feel special, and Hanbin enjoyed the ease of their interaction.

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Later that evening, as they finished their time together, Yuna couldn't resist the urge to document their outing on Instagram. The memories they created were too good not to share. She snapped a few pictures of them goofing around in the mall, capturing Hanbin making a silly face next to a mannequin, her smile radiating happiness.

With a few taps on her phone, she edited the photos, carefully selecting the best ones for a carousel post. She crafted a caption titled "with hanbin!" playfully teasing their antics and mentioning how he had a hidden talent for picking out outfits. After tagging him in the post, she felt a rush of excitement mixed with nervousness.

As soon as the post went live, notifications started to flood in. "Is this a date?!" one follower exclaimed, while others expressed their surprise at seeing her with Hanbin. The speculation ignited a flurry of questions and comments, buzzing with curiosity.

"Yuna! You two look so cute together!" another follower chimed in, adding heart emojis.

Yuna smiled to herself as she scrolled through the comments, feeling a mix of pride and excitement. The online attention was thrilling, but it also made her a bit nervous. She wasn't ready to label their time together just yet, but the interest from her fans was undeniable.

Meanwhile, Yuna's friends were quick to notice her post. As soon as they saw the photos, their group chat erupted with messages.

"Wait, is this Hanbin?" Dohee asked, her shock evident even through the screen.

"did you guys actually go on a date?!" Yurim chimed in, sending a stream of surprised emojis.

"Yuna, spill the tea! What's going on between you two?" Somin pressed, her enthusiasm palpable.

Yuna's heart raced as she read their messages. She wanted to share her excitement but also felt the need to keep some things to herself. Quickly, she typed back, her fingers flying over the screen. "Just hanging out, guys! We had a great time! I'll tell you all about it later!"

As she sent the message, Yuna glanced over at Hanbin, who was busy scrolling through his own phone. A feeling of warmth spread through her as she remembered their fun day together. She felt a connection with him growing, and she was eager to see where this journey would lead them.