Cherry On Top

Chapter IV.

Hoseok took a deep breath and shut down his computer. This was ridiculous. He didn't know the boy, haven't even spoken to him. He'd just seen him literally two times, and he probably had a ratchet personality too!
He put his laptop on the nightstand, staring into nothing for a while. He didn't understand anything. It wasn't a crush, was it? Was it possible to get a crush on a person without even knowing exactly how their voice sounded? And also ... He wasn't gay. He was very straight, he'd always been sure. But a guy could adore another guys very good looks in a totally not gay, very straight, no homo-kinda way right? Right?

Now that Hoseok new his name, Park Jimin, Hoseok couldn't really get it out of his mind. He wish he'd never seen his profile, and now he even caught himself looking for the bleach blonde hair everywhere he went. He was afraid to go back to the park, to the ice cream shop, out of fear that he actually see him again. He didn't know how he'd react. He couldn't stop wondering why he even got eye contact with the boy ... Was he looking his way too? Or was it just a coincidence? So many thoughts started taking up space in his head, and he'd only been in town for around two weeks. He also wondered if Jimin would be going to LCA as well ... If so, Hoseok definitely had some planning and thinking to do. He was nervous about telling Tae about his thoughts, as he didn't know if he'd judge or tease him.
Hoseok sighed as he took another sip of his coffee, staring out the window at the soft, bright weather. He kinda wish he'd never seen that bleach blonde boy.
Suddenly, his door got slammed open, probably leaving another mark in his walls.
"Hobi! Get out of your cave and be social!"
Hoseok looked away from the window as Tae entered the kitchen. He stopped in the middle of the room, staring down at Hoseok. "Damn, are you stoned or just tired?"
Hoseok couldn't help but laugh, getting up to put his cup next to the sink. "I'm fine Tae, I was just thinking about stuff."
Tae rolled his eyes leaning back against the counter. "Mhm, sure. Can I have whatever you're smoking please, thank you very much." Hoseok chuckled, not really sharing the other boys energy. "I'm serious, I didn't smoke anything. And you know there's something called knocking right?"
"Yes, but knocking is for losers." Tae smirked, turning around to open and inspect Hoseok's fridge. "Ya got anything interesting in here?"
Hoseok ignored his question, crossing his arms. "Why are you here?"
Tae turned around again, a hurt look in his face. "What? A bro can't visit his bro without a reason?!"
Hoseok raised an eyebrow, knowing Tae's talent for overacting.
The younger boy sighed, rolling his eyes. "Fine, jeez. I came here to inform you that we're going to a party tonight."
"A party? I don't think so." Hoseok liked parties, but he knew how crazy Tae could get - and the thought of Tae's definition of a party scared him a bit.
"Whaaat?" Tae exclaimed, a disappointed look in his eyes. "Why do you always have to be so boring? We're going to that party, there's nothing you can do about it." He slammed the door to the fridge again, turning to the door and walking out of the kitchen, yelling back at Hoseok. "Jin will be joining too. Be ready at seven, and we'll go there together!"
And with yet another slam, he was gone.
Hoseok leaned back against the counter, his head hitting the overhead cabins. He let out a sigh. He knew he should start getting to know some people, but he'd been an introvert most of his life. He didn't have a very pleasant middle school experience, and since then he'd always been nervous when introduced to people. Him moving to Lilydale had opened an opportunity for him to start over, and so far it haven't been that bad. He was nervous but excited about the college, which started in around two weeks time. He hoped it'd be everything he wished it would.

At 45 minutes past six, Hoseok changed from his comfy sweatpants to some ripped jeans, pulling a black shirt over his head. He had no idea what kind of party this was, but with this outfit it was hard to go wrong. He catches himself in wondering if maybe Jimin would be there - but quickly shook the thought out of his head. As he adjusted his hair and slipped on some sneakers, his door got slammed open, making him jump out of surprise. He sighed heavily as he grabbed his coat and keys. "Tae, do you have to do that every damn time?"
As he turned around he saw ate standing with a bright smile, next to Jin, his roommate, who honestly looked a bit confused. Hoseok froze. "Oh ... Uhm, I mean, welcome! And hi Jin ..." Jin laughed, turning around and exiting the apartment. "Hello to you too Hoseok!" He called over his shoulder. Tae chuckled and took a step aside. "Ladies first~"
Hoseok rolled his eyes, this boy was too much sometimes. He hit him on the arm on his way outside.
As all other night before, the weather was significantly colder than in the daytime. It was still early in the evening, and it wasn't that dark yet. Jin went over to a nice black car, opening the door. "Tae convinced me to drive." He told Hoseok with a mysterious smile.
They got in, and Jin started the car, pulling out and turning at a corner. Tae sat in the front seat, barely being able to sit still. "This is gonna be so fun you guys!"
Hoseok looked out the window from the backseat, getting a glimpse of the corner where he first saw Jimin, that first night in Lilydale. He laughed at Tae's excitement, leaning a bit forward to ask Jin, "What did he take?"
Jin laughed and shook his head. "I have no idea, it's probably just an error in his brain or somethin'."
Tae hit the older boy, pouting. "You guys are mean. Be a little positive, this is gonna be great!"
"I didn't say it wasn't gonna be great." Jin said with a smirk, his eyes on the road.
They sat in silence for a while, Tae still a bit upset. But it was quickly forgotten as he lit up, the sound of heavy base streaming from an apartment as Jin pulled into a parking spot and shut down the car.
"Here we are!" Tae said with a bright smile, quickly opening the door and exiting the car.
As Hoseok left the car, he took a look at the apartment. It looked like any other house, slightly bigger maybe. The walls were a creamy white, purple light streaming from the windows, moving as silhouettes passed them. "Who's house is this? Are they hosting the party?" Hoseok asked.
Tae nodded, waiting for Jin to get out. "Yep. It's some dude Jungkook I met a while ago - seemed to like me a lot and invited me. He's the host, and his roommate too, Park Jimin."

Authors Note: What a way to end it haha~ I hope you enjoyed this chapter. It's a bit longer than the others, and I'd like to know which length you guys prefer? See ya~✨