You Belong With Me | Jeongcheol Fanfic

Chapter 41

Before they knew it, Jeonghan was back at school. It wasn't easy, but the therapy sessions and Seungcheol's unwavering support had helped him regain some sense of normalcy. The first day back was nerve-wracking, with Jeonghan wondering how everyone would react after his absence, but he knew he had to face it eventually.

As he walked through the school gates, Seungcheol was right by his side, as always. Jeonghan glanced around, noticing some of his classmates casting curious looks, but no one said anything. It felt strange being back after everything that had happened, but there was a small sense of comfort in the familiar hallways and faces.

His friends, Seungkwan, Mingyu, Hansol, and the others, had been waiting for him at their usual hangout spot. When they saw Jeonghan approaching, their eyes lit up with a mix of relief and happiness.

"Jeonghan!" Seungkwan was the first to run over, wrapping him in a tight hug. "We've missed you so much."

The others joined in, surrounding him in a warm group hug. Even Dino, who usually shied away from physical affection, patted Jeonghan's shoulder with a soft smile.

"Good to see you, man," Mingyu said, standing beside Wonwoo, who offered a nod in agreement.

Jeonghan felt a rush of gratitude for the people around him. It was overwhelming, but in a good way. He realized how much he had missed them, and how much he needed their support during the tough days.

"I missed you all too," Jeonghan said softly, his voice full of emotion.

Seungcheol stood slightly apart from the group, watching Jeonghan interact with their friends. He could see how much brighter Jeonghan looked compared to the past few weeks. It wasn't that the pain had completely gone away—it would take time—but Jeonghan was healing, bit by bit.

As they all made their way to class, Jeonghan's heart felt lighter. The warmth of his friends and Seungcheol's presence helped him feel grounded, even on days when the weight of grief still pressed on him.

Later in the day, they all gathered in the cafeteria, talking and laughing like old times. For a moment, everything felt normal again, and Jeonghan smiled, realizing that maybe, just maybe, he was going to be okay.

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Even after everything that had happened, Mingyu continued his quiet tradition. Every morning, before the first bell rang, he would sneak over to Wonwoo's locker and gently place a small bouquet of flowers inside. Sometimes they were wildflowers, sometimes roses, but each time, they were carefully chosen and arranged. He never signed his name or left a note—it was just his silent way of showing Wonwoo how much he cared.

Wonwoo, on the other hand, always found himself smiling whenever he opened his locker to see the fresh flowers. He didn't know who was leaving them, but the small act of kindness brightened his day. The mystery behind the flowers left him curious, and every time he caught sight of them, a part of him hoped it was Mingyu. He would never admit it out loud, but Mingyu had become someone he thought about more and more each day.

Mingyu, despite his nervousness, kept the secret admirer act going. Even though he had already confessed once, there was something about this quiet gesture that felt more intimate—like he was communicating with Wonwoo in a language only they understood. Every day, he wondered if Wonwoo had figured it out, or if he was still trying to guess who his secret admirer was.

His friends noticed how distracted he was, how his eyes always seemed to linger on Wonwoo whenever they passed each other in the halls. Seungkwan, never one to miss an opportunity to tease, would constantly pester Mingyu.

"So, when are you going to stop hiding behind flowers and tell him it's you?" Seungkwan asked one afternoon while they sat at lunch.

Mingyu just shrugged with a sheepish grin. "Maybe soon," he muttered, his eyes drifting to the other end of the cafeteria where Wonwoo sat, looking at the latest bouquet with a small smile on his face.