Through my eyes||Dino

-18-

Before Sara could ask what was happening, three familiar figures stepped out from behind the crates, clearly caught in the act. It was Seungkwan, Hoshi and Dk, but what stopped her in her tracks wasn't just their unexpected appearance-- It was Hoshi, wiping his eyes and sniffling like a child who'd just watch a puppy get adopted .

"Oh my god," Hoshi choked out, his voice thick with emotion. "He's growing up... Our baby is all grown up!" Dk and Seungkwan both stood next to him trying (and failing) to hide their smiles. Chan groaned and threw his hands up in mock frustration.

"Seriously? You guys were spying on us?!"
"Spying?" Hoshi said dramatically, wiping away another tear. "We were witnessing a moment. A beautiful, life-changing moment." He wiped his eyes again, trying to compose himself, but the smile tugging his lips betrayed him. "I'm just so proud of you man."

Sara couldn't help but laugh, the tension from the intimate moment easing. She glanced at Chan, whose face was turning an interesting shade of red. "I didn't expect this," Sara said, grinning. "But...I guess this is what family looks like, huh?"

Seungkwan leaned against the railing as if he owned the place. "Yeah, well, Chan's always been the baby of the group." He smirked, clearly enjoying the situation. "But now I guess we'll have to share him, huh?"

Chan shot a glare at Seungkwan. "You guys are unbelievable." Dk, who had been unusually quiet, finally spoke up, his voice surprisingly soft. "We are happy for you Channie. You deserve this." His eyes flickered to Sara, and then back to Chan. "She's good for you."

Hoshi sniffled again, this time much less dramatically, and added," We just... wanted to make sure he wasn't gonna mess this up. We've raised him well, you know?" His eyes twinkled with a playful mischief. "But looks like he's got it under control."

Chan rolled his eyes, clearly embarrassed, but also touched by their words. "I'm not a kid anymore guys. I can do this on my own." Seungkwan raised his hands in surrender, still grinning. "We know Chan, but we've watch you stumble through enough bad decision, we just wanted to make sure you were on the right path."

Hoshi stepped forward, finally composing himself. "But seriously, we're happy for you. You've got a good one here." He pointed at Sara. Dk continued."Take care of him, will you?" He might act tough, but he's got a heart as big as this rooftop."

Sara's smile softened, touched by their sincerity, but she playfully teased, "I think I can handle him." Chan grinned, his earlier embarrassment fading, as he leaned toward Sara, giving her hand a gesturing squeeze. "See? I'm not the only one who thinks you're perfect."

Hoshi lets out an exaggerated gasp. "Oh so now he's sweet?" He teased, clearly loving every second of this. "You've gone soft on us Chan."
"You're lucky you guys are so annoying." Chan muttered, but there was an affection in his voice.

"But seriously, get out of here before you ruin the mood even more" Seungkwan, still leaning on the railing, chuckled." We're not going anywhere. We'll let you two have your moment... but just so you know, we're all expecting all the details tomorrow."

Dk added with a grin "And no funny business-- if you're going to make this official, we all want to hear about it." Chan glared at them, but his eyes were filled with love and gratitude. " I swear, you guys are relentless."

Hoshi's voice softened again as he puts a hand on Chan's shoulder. "We're just happy that you're happy." Sara couldn't help but smile at the exchange. It was clear how much Chan meant to them, and seeing the playful banter and affection between them, made her feel even more certain about her decision. These weren't just bandmates--they were his family, and now, they were starting to feel like hers too.

"Well," Sara said, standing up. "If you guys are going to hang out here, I guess we should give you some space. Chan and I will be downstairs, if you need us. In the privacy of his apartment."
"Go away guys." Chan muttered, but he was smiling, and also flustered by her statement. His embarrassment easing as he turned to Sara. "I'm sorry about them." He said quietly.
She laughed, her heart full. "It's okay. I get it. They love you."

"They do,"Chan agreed. "And I love them. They've been through a lot with me." "I can tell," Sara said , her voice softening. She leaned into Chan, letting the warmth of the moment linger between them, the sound of the members teasing fading into the background. "Wait, isn't Vernon and Jun living with you " Sara asked while they make their way to his apartment. Chan smiled, reaching for her hand as they entered his apartment."They're staying with Wonwoo and Mingyu. And now I've got you. Only you. And that's all I need."