poetry | Renjun

第八章 U

Ring. Ring.

The students cheered as the bell was heard from the speakers. It was lunch and everyone rushed outside the classroom.

Renjun awkwardly waited for Byusong as Byusong took her time to fix her things. Byusong looked up and saw Renjun staring at her. She flashed an awkward smile, still awkward from earlier.

"Uhm, I am sorry I can't join you for lunch today. I need to take the test Ms. Nam requested."

"No, it's fine, goodluck."

"Thanks."

Byusong chuckled and went outside the classroom to the faculty. Renjun slowly made his way to the canteen, his lips making a straight line.

"Renjun!"

Chenle waved frantically as soon as he saw Renjun. Jisung lowered his head because everyone was looking at their table. Jisung was embarrassed by Chenle but Chenle didn't care.

Renjun noticed Chenle and sat down with them. Chenle had a huge grin his face, excited for some reason.

"Why are you so happy today?"

Renjun asked making Chenle grin wider. Jisung looked at him confused and shoved beef in his mouth.

"Because.. tomorrow is Valentines day."

Renjun widened his eyes as soon as Chenle spoke about it. Jisung almost choked on his beef and widened his eyes too.

"Oh, really?"

Renjun asked, not really excited. Chenle furrowed his eyebrows and patted Renjun's shoulder.

"C'mon, we already know your little something with Byusong. Tomorrow is your chance."

"But what if--"

"Renjun, you say the same line for the past two years whenever we try to convince you to confess your little feelings with Byusong."

"But--"

"I am not accepting 'but' in a sentence."

"I guess, I'll try."

"Yup, it's better to let her know now then to die curious if she likes you back or not."

Chenle grinned. Renjun was rather speechless with Chenle since he usually clowns around with Jisung. But now, he just said something very wise.

"But--"

"Listen Renjun, if she doesn't like you back, don't force it. You can't force a girl to like you. The truth hurts but sets you free."

"Maybe, I can do something about it. But I need your help."

Renjun asked Chenle and Chenle happily nodded. Jisung looked at the both of them, still confused. Jisung wasn't really focused on the two's conversation since he was busy eating his beef fried rice.

The two boys planned and Renjun was smiling, hoping Chenle's plan will work.