My Tease

The Height of the Evening

Jin pov

The evening is going strong and people seem to be losing their minds around me. Some have thrown up in the yard or in a trash can. Others keep chugging to eventually vomit. Some are waiting anxiously in the bathroom line that trails around the hall. My insides twist at all the alcohol being consumed, but I'm not too better off myself. I've had a few shots to get me light on my feet but nothing can compare to Sungkyung.

She came an hour ago and has had one too many drinks. I tried to warn her that she's a lightweight but she refused to give up her cup. I watch her sway from side to side with her hair in her face while Namjoon walks through the crowd of people and hands me a plate with boneless fried chicken on it.

"She seems to be enjoying herself." He laughs and I walk over to her.

"Hey, you need to sit down." I say as I gently place my free hand on her shoulder. Her head tips back and she gives me a sloppy smile.

"Jinnnnn...you only leave onceeeee."

My lips curl at her slur, "I think you mean you only live once." Her eyes struggle to meet mine and she huffs making her hair fly around her face.

"That's what I said-"

"Lee Sungkyung! Is that you?" Namjoon and I snap our heads to the tall senior walking our way. His attire is lacking in many ways...for one he's shirtless. I lick my lips at his glistening abs. My eyes roam to his faded jeans that hang loosely around his hips before trailing back up to his damp wavy hair he probably sweat out from dancing. He barely pays us any attention as he plants himself right in front of Lee Sungkyung.

"Joohyuk?" She says in terror, suddenly sober. She brushes her hair out of her face and tries to get as balanced as possible. "It's so nice to see you!" She smiles a little too big. I press my lips together to stifle a laugh. Sungkyung obviously has a crush on this guy.

"Yeah, I didn't think you were the party type. You seem so shy in class." The guy, Joohyuk, admits. "Thanks for helping me catch up on the notes. Never would have graduated without you." He smiles, dazzling Sungkyung with his pearly whites and she all but falls on the floor in front of him. I roll my eyes, having enough of this awkward flirting.

"Hey." I call, getting his attention. He seems to finally notice my presence as I step forward. "Why don't you two go out some time?" I suggest and he looks back at Sungkyung to see her reaction. Her face is as red as a tomato but she gathers her confidence.

"I-I wouldn't mind going if you don't mind..." She trails off, but he grins wider at her shyness.

"I would love too. Here, let's exchange contacts." He takes his phone out of his back pocket and hands it to her. Namjoon and I watch her hands shake as she presses the keys. Her nerves coupled with the alcohol is like an avalanche crashing on her head.

Namjoon takes my hand in his and gives it a slight nudge. "Let's give them some privacy." He whispers into my ear and I agree, winking at Sungkyung before walking into the mass of people. Namjoon leads us towards the front door for some fresh air. When we get outside we get comfortable on the steps and he lets me cuddle into his chest.

"How long do you think everyone will last before they pass out on the lawn?" I question while taking a bite out of my chicken.

Namjoon's shoulders shake at my random question, but he considers it for a moment "Judging from the constellations and height of the moon..." I smack his chest, "I would say another hour or so." He finishes. It is already pretty late, but I decided to never underestimate the resilience of college students after my first MT.

Gazing up at Namjoon, I take the opportunity to kiss him on the cheek, "I'm so happy I met you." I peck him again. "I love you."

His dimples deepen and I even catch a tint to his cheeks, "I love you more." My heart jumps as I snuggle deeper into his embrace. I could stay like this forever. We people watch and talk for a few minutes while enjoying our food before we hear the buzz of the gate. We wait a few seconds for the new guest to enter and in walks Taehyung and the kid we met a few months ago, Jungkook, I think his name was?