It was a hectic night, filled with fans, flashing lights, and the thrill of being part of a large-scale event. ENHYPEN had just finished their performance, adrenaline still high as they navigated through the backstage area, mingling with other idols and groups. The energy was electric, and everyone was trying to take it all in.
But in the middle of it all, something unexpected happened.
Sunoo, as bright and carefree as always, had slipped away from the rest of the group. A mixture of curiosity and the desire to explore led him to wander off deeper into the crowd. Lost in the sea of people, he didn’t notice how far he had strayed until the noise around him began to feel overwhelming.
"Guys?" Sunoo called softly, a hint of worry creeping into his voice. His heart beat a little faster as he tried to spot familiar faces, but the crowd was dense. "Hyungs? Where are you?" He looked around, feeling a wave of unease wash over him.
Back with the rest of ENHYPEN, panic began to set in the moment they realized Sunoo was missing.
"Where is Sunoo?" Jay’s voice rang through the room, his eyes wide with worry.
Heeseung clenched his fists. "We need to find him now. He’s always so carefree, but he can’t just wander off like that. What if something happens?"
Jungwon’s usual calm demeanor was replaced with visible concern. "We’ll check the hallways, backstage, and the venue. He couldn’t have gone too far."
Sunghoon, who rarely showed his anxiety, was pacing in tight circles. "He’s too trusting, always looking at the bright side, but this isn’t good. We need to hurry."
Jake, shaking with the nerves that were rising in his chest, called out again, "Sunoo!" His voice was barely audible over the noise of the crowd.
Meanwhile, as Sunoo wandered through the event, he suddenly felt a wave of dizziness. The bright lights, the loud music, and the crowd around him were overwhelming. He stumbled slightly, taking a few steps back to steady himself.
It was then that he heard a familiar voice—one that wasn’t from his own group.
"Hey, are you okay?"
Sunoo blinked, confused at first, before looking up and seeing someone standing before him—a tall woman with striking blonde hair and a gentle, yet concerned expression. "I—I’m fine, I just got lost," Sunoo stammered.
Lisa from BLACKPINK looked down at the small, somewhat lost-looking boy in front of her. Her sharp eyes immediately noticed his discomfort, and the protectiveness she often felt for younger idols kicked in. "You look a little lost. Can I help you find your group?"
Just as she was about to ask him more questions, a hand gently landed on her shoulder.
"Lisa, we should get going," came the deep, smooth voice of her boyfriend, Mingyu from SEVENTEEN. His tall frame and broad shoulders towered behind her as he smiled down at her, but his eyes immediately softened when he saw the young boy standing in front of her.
Lisa turned to him and nodded. "I was just helping this kid. He looks lost."
Mingyu’s eyes flickered to Sunoo, his expression softening as well. "Are you okay, kid?" He asked, his voice kind but firm.
Sunoo blinked up at Mingyu, still a bit confused by the situation. "I... I think I wandered too far away from my group."
Lisa chuckled softly, seeing the confusion in Sunoo’s eyes. "Don’t worry, we’ll help you. It’s easy to get lost in a place like this."
Mingyu smiled warmly, his large hand gently patting Sunoo on the head. "Don’t worry, we’ll take care of you until you find your members."
Sunoo nodded, finally feeling a bit of relief. "Thank you, hyung." He smiled up at Mingyu, the warmth of the older man’s kindness making him feel safe, if only for a moment.
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Back with ENHYPEN, their search was becoming increasingly frantic. They were worried, and each passing moment without Sunoo made their hearts ache.
"He’s not in the dressing rooms!" Jake yelled, frustration creeping into his voice. "Where is he?"
"He couldn’t have gone far," Jungwon reassured them, though even his usual calm demeanor was cracking.
Jay looked around at the crowd, his eyes scanning every face. "We have to find him. He can’t be alone in there."
Just as they were about to split up again, Heeseung’s eyes landed on someone—a familiar face in the distance. It was Lisa, walking toward them with Mingyu by her side, and... was that Sunoo?
"Sunshine!" The hyung line rushed toward them, a mix of relief and anxiety in their eyes.
Sunoo turned around at the sound of his name, his face lighting up with recognition as he spotted his members. "Hyungs!" He immediately ran toward them, his steps quick and light.
The moment Sunoo was safely back in the arms of his worried members, Jay immediately pulled him into a tight embrace. "Don’t scare us like that, Sunshine!" he half-scolded, half-relieved.
Lisa smiled gently as she watched the group reunite. "He was lost, but he’s in good hands now. We made sure to watch over him."
Mingyu nodded, a warm smile on his face. "You guys are lucky to have such a bright, cheerful member. We were just helping him until you found him."
"Thank you so much, Lisa-noona, Mingyu-hyung," Jungwon said, his voice full of gratitude.
Lisa gave a playful wink. "Just make sure to keep an eye on him next time," she teased, making Sunoo giggle.
As ENHYPEN thanked Lisa and Mingyu once again, the group made sure to gather around Sunoo, their attention fully on him. They would make sure this little sunshine would never wander off again—at least, not without them.
Sunoo, completely unaware of the subtle possessiveness and protectiveness his members felt toward him, just smiled up at them all. "I’m okay, hyungs, no need to worry. Thanks to Lisa noona and Mingyu hyung , I was safe!"
The members exchanged knowing looks. They weren’t just worried about their “little brother”—they were beginning to feel something much deeper, something none of them had ever expected. But for now, they just held onto the fact that Sunoo was safe, and that was all that mattered.
And as Sunoo snuggled between them, smiling brightly, his world felt warm, safe, and full of love. He might not have realized it yet, but his hyungs were already deep in their hearts, no longer just his family but something much more.
