My Best Coincidence (Seventeen S.Coups)

Part 22

I know you have read in several chapters before that they were going on tour in a month, but I needed something else to happen before the tour, so I changed the amount of months before they go on tour. Sorry :):):):)

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Time skip - 4 months later

As time flew by, Seventeen was deep into fan meetings, recordings, and intense rehearsals. They were prepping hard to make this tour extra memorable, and honestly, it was amazing to see how much they wanted to give to their fans. Meanwhile, I was wrapping up my projects at work, making sure everything was set for my replacement. The tour was kicking off in two weeks, right here in Seoul, and I'd just signed my contract with Hybe for my new role on the makeup team. Today would be my first time styling the guys for a photoshoot, and I was equal parts nervous and excited.

By 9 a.m., I was stepping into Hybe. It felt totally different this time—usually, I was here with Coups, but today I was just "Lia" on her first solo day. Nerves bubbled up, especially knowing I'd have to act like I didn't know the guys at all. Not even my own boyfriend! Just as I got inside, a security guard came up, asking why I was here. After I explained, he guided me to the reception desk.

"Sorry for all the security. You know... the fans," the receptionist whispered with a grin. I nodded, fully understanding. She handed me my credentials and told me to wait until an older woman, Mimi, came to get me. Mimi was the manager of the makeup and hair team, and she walked me to Seventeen's floor, introducing me to everyone along the way. Everyone was so welcoming!

"So, Lia, who's your favorite member?" Haneul asked with a grin as she sidled up next to me. She was one of the new colleagues. We clicked right away since we were the same age, and her vibe was so easygoing. Soon, Nabi, another team member, joined us.

"Uh... I'm not sure..." I mumbled, trying to play it cool. If they only knew...

"Oh, come on, we all have a bias! Even James has one," Haneul teased. James, who was nearby setting up his makeup brushes, called out, "Jeonghan, obviously!" We all cracked up.

"Minghao for me, and Seungkwan for Nabi," Haneul announced, flashing a big smile.

"Minghao really has such a calm energy. He makes everyone feel calm and comfortable.'' I added, which made Nabi laugh.

"That almost sounded like you know him personally," she teased, and the others joined in, making me chuckle nervously.

"So? Who's your bias?" Haneul pressed.

"Uh... S.Coups," I admitted.

"Called it! You totally look like a S.Coups girl," James said from across the room.

"Yes! I can see it!" Haneul added with a knowing nod.

After a bit more chatting, Mimi announced that the boys were on their way up, so we got our tools ready. Soon, Dino, Hoshi, Jun, Woozi, and Wonwoo were the first to arrive, each of them greeting us as they took their seats. Since it was my first day, Mimi had me shadow her while she worked on Dino's makeup and hair. As she left for a moment to grab something, Dino slyly showed me his phone, where he'd typed, "We have to pretend we don't know you for your and hyung's sake. But we love you." I shot him a silent thank you with a soft smile before Mimi came back and resumed the lesson.

The day flew by as more and more members came in for their turn. Between touch-ups, the team and I chatted, laughed, and worked in sync. With thirteen guys to prep, it took a while, but everyone was so quick and skilled; it was like magic watching them work.

The last two to come in were Mingyu and Seungcheol, both looking ridiculously good in their outfits. I had to catch my breath when I saw Seungcheol in that suit...

"Coups, you're with Nabi, and Mingyu, you're with us," Mimi said. Seungcheol shot me a quick, disappointed look before moving away, and I tried not to laugh. It was kind of sad not being able to work with him, but I refocused on observing Mimi's techniques and picking up whatever I could.

Once the boys were done, we all headed out to the shoot location. The makeup team followed in a separate car since we'd need to be on standby for touch-ups throughout the session. The venue was beautiful—a wedding hall decorated with flowers and twinkling lights, straight out of a fairy tale.

"This place looks like something from a romance novel," Haneul said, her eyes wide with awe.

"It really does," I murmured, still in awe myself.

We set up our table, arranging all our tools, and got right to work touching up the boys before they went on camera. While I was cleaning some brushes, Haneul sidled up to me with a mischievous smile.

"I think S.Coups likes you," she whispered with a grin, making my heart nearly stop.

"What? Why would you say that?" I stammered, praying she hadn't actually figured us out.

"He can't stop looking at you," she said, nodding towards him. I glanced back, and sure enough, Seungcheol's eyes were on me. As soon as I looked his way, he quickly looked down, clearly caught in the act.

"Oh, come on, he was probably just looking at something behind us," I laughed nervously, hoping to play it off.

"Hmm... if you say so," she replied, but her grin told me she wasn't fully convinced. Luckily, we were called back to work, and the topic was dropped for now.

At one point, I noticed Haneul giving Minghao a touch-up. She looked a bit flustered, and from the way he was smiling at her, Minghao definitely noticed. They looked so cute, and it made me think of how Seungcheol and I were at the beginning. I couldn't help but smile at the thought.

The rest of the day went by fast. The boys looked amazing, though I wished I could talk to them like normal. Still, I felt really happy with my new job and teammates. It already felt like we had a good bond.

As the photoshoot was wrapping up, I started gathering our supplies, preparing to head out. I quickly popped into the restroom before leaving, but on my way out, I felt a hand grab my wrist, pulling me into a dark room. Before I could even react, the lights flicked on, and there was Seungcheol, grinning at me.

''You scared me!'' I said whispering, and punched his chest softly.

''I'm sorry, I didn't want to scare you'' He smiled at me. ''I just needed some time alone with you. Seeing my girlfriend so close to me, but at the same time so far, was making me crazy.'' He said sadly. I felt the same way.

He was hugging me, his hands caressing my hips and his face on my neck. I hugged him back.

''I know, I felt the same way, believe me. But you have to be careful! Haneul caught you looking at me several times! We cannot be so obvious on my very first day.'' I said, feeling a little angry.

''Sorry, sorry, sorry, sorry...'' For every 'sorry' he gave me a soft kiss on my neck. I started to not remember why I was angry at him.

''Seungcheol stop. I'm angry at you.'' In reality I didn't want him to stop, and my voice betrayed me.

''First, you're not angry. ANd second, I don't think you want me to stop'' He knew me so well. His deep voice on my neck heated up my body temperature. His hands going up and down my body.

''Babe, we can't... they may be looking for you, and for me too. We don't have time.'' I raised his head softly, so his eyes were on mine. His eyes... were deep in lust, and I'm sure so were mine, but we couldn't do it here. It was too risky.

Coups hyung! We are leaving! Where is he? We heard Hoshi scream, looking for him.

''I hate when you're right sometimes.'' I laughed and kissed him.

We planned to get out of the little room individually to not get caught. Before leaving first, I noticed how he was trying to fix his pants, so I understood what was happening there. I laughed a little louder. Poor baby.

''Don't laugh! This is your fault, woman. You make me crazy.'' He said, frustrated and amused.

''I love you'' I said smiling, before kissing him and leaving the room.