Mischief Managed (Stray Kids Oneshots)

Caffeine and Chemistry | Bang Chan

The sound of bustling streets filled your ears as you stepped outside your apartment, a bright Saturday morning beckoning you to embrace the day. You had planned to spend it relaxing at home, but as you scrolled through your messages, one from Chan caught your eye.

"Hey! Got a surprise for you. Meet me at the café in 15 minutes?"

Intrigued, you quickly got ready, excitement bubbling within you. You made your way to the café, the sweet aroma of freshly brewed coffee guiding you to the entrance. As you stepped inside, your eyes immediately landed on Chan, who was already seated at a cozy corner table, a grin lighting up his face as he waved you over.

"Surprise!" he exclaimed as you approached. "I figured we could use a little adventure."

"An adventure at a café?" you chuckled, taking a seat across from him. "I'm all for it!"

He leaned forward, mischief dancing in his eyes. "Okay, here's the plan: we're going to guess each other's favorite coffee orders. Loser has to pay for the drinks!"

You raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Sounds like a challenge! But what if we both lose?"

"Then we'll just have to share our favorites," he replied with a wink. "Deal?"

"Deal!"

As you both perused the menu, you watched him intently, trying to read his expressions. After a moment, you tapped your chin in thought. "Alright, I'm going to guess... caramel macchiato?"

Chan laughed, shaking his head. "Close, but no! I actually love a classic flat white. Your turn!"

You grinned, feeling the playful banter spark between you. "I think you'd go for something sweet, like a mocha!"

He nodded, feigning seriousness. "Not bad! But I'm a simple guy—give me a flat white any day."

"Okay, let me think..." you said, narrowing your eyes at him. "I'm going to guess you like something fruity, like a strawberry smoothie."

Chan chuckled, a sparkle in his eye. "Oh, definitely not! I'm not a smoothie person at all. I'm more about the coffee, you know?"

You giggled, enjoying the lighthearted teasing. "Fine! What do you think my favorite is?"

"I'm going to guess... a chai latte!" he said confidently.

You gasped, genuinely surprised. "Wow, how did you know?! That's spot on!"

He chuckled, leaning back in his chair. "I may have a talent for these things. Now it's my turn again. I'll guess... a classic Americano for you?"

You shook your head, laughing. "Not even close! I'm more of a hot chocolate person."

"Hot chocolate?" he echoed, raising an eyebrow in mock disbelief. "Are you sure you're not just a kid at heart?"

You grinned, playfully sticking your tongue out at him. "What can I say? I like to embrace my inner child!"

Chan laughed, the warmth in his gaze making your heart flutter. "That's what I love about you. You make everything feel fun."

Just then, the barista arrived with your drinks. You took a sip of your hot chocolate, the rich, velvety taste bringing a smile to your face. Chan took a sip of his flat white, a look of contentment spreading across his features.

"So, what do you think?" he asked, leaning in slightly.

"This is amazing!" you replied, your eyes sparkling with delight. "And yours looks so good too. I should have guessed you'd go for something classic."

He grinned, clearly pleased with himself. "See? I'm full of surprises."

As you both continued to sip your drinks, the conversation flowed effortlessly. You shared stories, exchanged laughter, and the moments felt like they were frozen in time. Each little detail, from his warm smile to the way he animatedly described his latest project, made your heart swell.

"Thanks for today, Chan," you said softly, feeling grateful for this spontaneous moment together. "I really needed this."

He smiled, his gaze softening. "I'm glad. You deserve to have fun and enjoy little adventures like this. And besides, I love spending time with you."

Your heart raced at his words, a flutter of happiness bubbling within you. "Me too, Chan. You always know how to brighten my day."

As you both chatted and enjoyed each other's company, you realized that this simple café date was more than just coffee; it was a reminder of how special your bond was and the joy that came from sharing little moments together.

The rest of the day stretched out before you, filled with laughter and connection, and you couldn't help but look forward to many more spontaneous adventures with him.