my little listener ( Seungin ff )

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Over the next few months, Jeongin could see the pressure building on Seungmin as his debut date approached. He could see the stress etched on Seungmin's face, the circles under his eyes from nights spent at the studio or up late worrying. Jeongin did his best to provide support and comfort, listening patiently to his rants about the process.
Over the time Seungmin bought a new apartment and jeongin often comes here if he gets time alone.

Jeongin was massaging on Seungmin's shoulders, pressing and kneading the tense muscles. The knots in Seungmin's back were hard, "You're so stress," Jeongin murmured, "When was the last time you slept for more than five hours?"
Seungmin let out a weary sigh, his head tilting back "I don't know. I'm nervous. what if I do lack of something? I'm scared jeongin as if I wanna step back "

Jeongin's hands paused for a moment "Seungmin, You're not going to lack anything. You're an incredible singer, and you've worked so hard for this. You're not going to mess anything up, I promise." he said softly.
Seungmin let out a breath, "You think so?" Jeongin could see the fear and insecurity in Seungmin's eyes.

Jeongin nodded, his fingers resuming their gentle work on Seungmin's shoulders "You have a unique talent, Seungmin. You have a way of bringing emotion into your voice that's unlike anyone else's." He stopped, waiting for Seungmin to meet his gaze. "You just have to believe in yourself. it's your dream Seungmin, don't let it go like this"

Seungmin's eyes flickered upwards to meet Jeongin's, "I want to believe that," he said, his voice quiet.
Jeongin's hands resumed their massaging,"You have to focus on your strengths, your talents, and the hard work you are putting in. You're going to be amazing, Seungmin. I know it."

Seungmin became more determined and focused on his upcoming career. He barely get time to spend with jeongin.
Jeongin also tried to be understanding. He knew how stressful and busy the lead up to a debut could be, how much time and energy Seungmin was pouring into his preparations.

Present
Han leaned back in his chair, sipping his coffee as he watched Jeongin scrolling on his phone. He could tell from expression that he was texting someone, "You're texting Seungmin?" he asked casually.

Jeongin's fingers paused on the screen for a moment before he looked up. "Yeah," taking a sip of his drink. "He's been really busy with his debut preparations, so we don't get to talk much in person."

Han nodded, understanding.
"Debut preparations are tough," he agreed. "I remember when I was in 1st year I had a friend. I saw how he was when he was getting ready for the same dream. He was so stressed out he couldn't even sleep some nights. Even He had to leave studies" He watched Jeongin for a moment, noticing the slightly sad expression on his face. "Missing him?"

Jeongin nodded, "Yeah, It's been hard not seeing him much. I know he's busy and he's working hard on his debut, and I'm proud of him." He looked down at his phone, which was still clutched tightly in his hand. "it's his dream to see a crowd in front of him chanting and he's holding a guitar. I was there at the first step of making his dream come true and I'll be there for the rest." He sighed slightly as he continued
"it's okay if he gets less time for us than before, being there for him so he wouldn't feel alone while struggling is all I need"

Han listened quietly, there was an amount of understanding and maturity in Jeongin's words. "You love him a lot, don't you?" he asked softly.
Jeongin nodded without hesitation. "I do. Now he's my everything. His happiness, success, his smile, his sparkling eyes while singing are important to me. Even if I have to deal with the distance for a while, it's worth it if it means he'll reach his dream." He let out another sigh, "I just miss him. I miss him a lot."

Han hold his hand gesturing a comfort. "Seungmin misses you too and I can see how he's so crazy for you. The way he follows you everywhere like a loyal puppy, I bet he'll surely make a way to reach you like before"

Jeongin laughed with his expression lightening a bit. "Yeah, I guess"
Jeongin smiled, " well we meet often though. I go to his house, usually, nagging him to eat and rest. I can't help but worry if he's eating well, if he's sleeping enough. He tends to forget to take care of himself when he's focused on something"

As time passed Seungmin's song releasing date approached.
Jeongin sat next to Seungmin on the couch, his expression worried as he studied Seungmin's face. The tension was palpable in the air. He could see the nerves dancing in Seungmin's eyes. He reached out gently taking one of Seungmin's hands in his own. "Don't stress too much"

Seungmin nodded, forcing a smile. He looked down at where Jeongin's hand was holding his own comfortably. It was reassuring, having Jeongin there.

Jeongin stared at the screen, watching as the song got more and more views and likes. He could feel Seungmin's hand trembling slightly in his own, "It's doing well. See, your hard work is paying off." He smiled trying to be reassuring.
Seungmin's eyes fixed on the screen as he watched the numbers climb, "I can't believe it! my song, it's out there, and people are listening to it." He looked over at Jeongin,
"I wouldn't have made it this far without you, you know." As his gaze went back to screen.
Jeongin smiled, his heart melting with affection.
"I'm glad I could be here to share in your dream."
Seungmin looked back at Jeongin, "You've been more than just supportive. You've been my rock, Jeongin. Your belief in me, your patience, your love. they've kept me strong through all the stress and uncertainty." He raised their joined hands, giving a gentle peck to the back of Jeongin's hand.

Jeongin chuckled softly admiring the love that Seungmin was pouring on him. He leaned to his pouting "don't I deserve a reward then? For helping you through the time"
Seungmin laughed at his mischief offer, his lips pouting more leaning closer as ordering him to just kiss.

Seungmin cupped his face, squeezing them together and crashed his lips on him. Jeongin's eyes widened as the pressure was almost choking him out. He slapped Seungmin's shoulder to stop. Seungmin pulled away, panting trying to catch breath as along with jeongin.
Jeongin smacked his shoulder again slightly "I was telling you to kiss not to smash me! Idiot"
Seungmin laughing again with ragged breathes "sorry I couldn't just hold it back seeing your offered lips"

Jeongin shook his head in disbelief as huffed in annoyingly. Seungmin chuckled, he pulled jeongin closer by waist and pressed the lips softly, kissing again. Jeongin smiled closing his eyes. He wrapping his arms around his neck, melting by the passionate kiss.
Slowly Seungmin leaning down on couch, gently laying jeongin down on the cushions. He broke the kiss , hands slid under Jeongin's shirt "but I think you deserve a better reward than just a kiss. More passionate, more intimate "
Jeongin smiled with open mouth as trying to catch breah from earlier kiss. Silently approving the better reward.