You Belong With Me | Jeongcheol Fanfic

Chapter 15

The next day, Seungcheol returned to school, the sun shining brightly as he walked through the gates. The vibrant chatter of students filled the air, and for the first time in what felt like forever, he felt a surge of hope and excitement coursing through him. He had spent the previous night resting and reflecting on everything that had happened—his connection with Jeonghan, the support of his friends, and the strength he felt from finally confronting his fears.

As he stepped into the bustling hallway, Seungcheol noticed a few lingering glances and whispers among his classmates. Some were concerned; others appeared curious. It felt strange to be back, but the warmth of anticipation overshadowed the unease. He was ready to face whatever came next.

As he made his way to his locker, he spotted Jeonghan standing near the entrance, a radiant smile lighting up his face as their eyes met. Seungcheol's heart skipped a beat, and all the worries about school faded away. The memories of their heartfelt conversations and the kiss they had shared in the hospital filled his mind, bringing a smile to his lips.

"Hey! You're back!" Jeonghan exclaimed, rushing over to him. He looked even more angelic than usual, his long hair falling softly around his shoulders, and Seungcheol couldn't help but feel a sense of comfort in his presence.

"Yeah, I'm back!" Seungcheol replied, his voice filled with enthusiasm. "I've missed this place—well, not all of it, but definitely you."

Jeonghan's cheeks flushed slightly, and he grinned, the shy smile igniting a spark of warmth in Seungcheol's chest. "I missed you too! I was worried you wouldn't come back."

"Nothing could keep me away," Seungcheol said, feeling more confident. "I have a lot to make up for, and I want to start fresh."

As they chatted, Mingyu and Seungkwan joined them, both boys' faces lighting up with excitement upon seeing Seungcheol. "You're back! This is amazing!" Mingyu exclaimed, throwing an arm around Seungcheol's shoulders.

"Now the squad is complete again," Seungkwan added, bouncing on his heels with energy. "You've got to tell us everything!"

"I just want to focus on moving forward," Seungcheol replied, glancing at Jeonghan, who nodded in agreement.

Just then, the school bell rang, signaling the start of the first period. The four of them made their way to class, the atmosphere buzzing with laughter and camaraderie. Seungcheol felt lighter than he had in ages, buoyed by the presence of his friends and the new chapter unfolding with Jeonghan.

As they settled into their seats, Seungcheol noticed Hansol and Dino sitting nearby, both of them exchanging conspiratorial glances. He could tell they had heard about the developments between him and Jeonghan, and he felt a swell of pride at the thought of their friendship evolving into something more.

Throughout the morning, Seungcheol found himself glancing at Jeonghan during class, the warmth in his chest growing with every shared smile. They exchanged notes and whispered jokes, completely lost in their little world despite the teacher's lectures.

During lunch, as they gathered around their usual table, Seungkwan and Mingyu began playfully nudging Seungcheol about his growing bond with Jeonghan. "So, what's the plan? Are you guys going to go public with your love story?" Seungkwan teased, grinning ear to ear.

Seungcheol laughed, feeling a flush of warmth creeping into his cheeks. "I don't know about all that. We're just figuring things out."

"Just figuring things out?" Mingyu echoed dramatically, feigning disbelief. "Dude, you kissed! That's like level ten relationship status!"