The Bet (SF9 DaBin) ~ Book 1

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„Why did we do this?" Sanghyuk asked as he met Inseong and Jaeyoon in the classroom, his sunglasses still covering his eyes and the coffee in his hand was almost empty.
„Because you thought it was a good idea to get drunk on a sunday" Jaeyoon groaned and lay his head onto the table, hoping the headache would quickly subside.
„I've told you that drinking so much isn't a good idea" Inseong groaned and ran his hand through his hair, preparing himself for the task of babysitting at least 4 hungover people.
„I'm hungry" Sanghyuk groaned and rested his head onto the wall, looking at his friends who also looked pretty tired.
„Let's ditch school and get something to eat" Jaeyoon immediately suggested and was about to get up if Inseong wouldn't have held him back.
„You'll be staying here. I'll go get you something" Inseong sighed and saw the happy look on both of his friend's faces.
„Inseong hyung you're the best" they both called out as they were watching him leave.
The oldest could only shake his head but nonetheless he couldn't hide his smile, he loved his friends even if they were bothersome and loud sometimes. He was on his way to the canteen when he bumped into someone, startled at the impact because he was completely lost in his own thoughts.
„Ah I'm sorry" the other said and bowed to Inseong before looking around the hall again.
„It's fine. Is something wrong?" Inseong asked as he noticed how lost he looked.
„Actually yeah. It's my first day and I have trouble finding my classroom."
„Which class are you in?" Inseong simply asked, a small smile on his face.
„3-1" was the response which confused Inseong a bit.
„You're a 12th grader too? It's unusual to see someone transfer during the year in this grade."
„I know but I would have had trouble graduating from my old school. So do you know where I have to go?" he replied, flashing Inseong a nervous smile.
„Ah sorry. In fact it's my own class so we can go together if you want but I need to go to the canteen first or else my friends will starve."
„I'm fine with that as long as I'll be able to get there somehow."
Without waiting any longer they started walking to the canteen so Inseong could buy snacks for Jaeyoon and Sanghyuk.
„I'm sorry for not introducing myself properly" Inseong suddenly said as they were walking back to the classroom „My name's Kim Inseong."
„Nice to meet you. I'm Kim Youngbin."
„I think we'll get along pretty well. You seem to fit into our group of friends. You'll meet a few of them soon" Inseong chuckled, hoping that this would be really the case.
„Ah that would be really nice. It's always hard to transfer in the middle of the year" Youngbin replied and Inseong could only hum in acknowledgment.
With every step they took, Youngbin could feel his nervousness coming back. Feeling it in every cell of his body but he tried his best to stay calm and concentrated on the conversation with Inseong instead which helped until they arrived in front of the classroom.
„Teacher will be here soon I think" Inseong said and smiled when he spotted her behind Youngbin.
„Inseong I'm glad you took care of Youngbin. I'm sorry for not being here earlier" she said while jogging towards them.
„I'm Mrs Jung, your homeroom teacher" she explained while smiling at the both of them, sending Inseong away first.
„Is there anything I should know beforehand?" he nervously asked, relieved when their teacher just chuckled.
„Don't worry too much, they are good kids even if Lee Sanghyuk is a bit of a troublemaker but since Inseong's taking care of him he's fine. Just try to relax and see how it goes, alright?" Mrs Jung said and Youngbin only nodded, following her into the classroom.
„Guys pay attention. Please welcome your new classmate, Kim Youngbin. I expect you to make him feel welcome" she announced, not even surprised by the whispers and giggles in the classroom.
„Please sit down back there" she told Youngbin and he only nodded as he sat down in front of Inseong, happy when he flashed him a smile.

The first few hours were unspectacular, the whole class was paying attention except a few guys who were sleeping including Jaeyoon and Sanghyuk. As soon as the bell rang everyone got up, loud cheers audible in the hallways as almost everyone was rushing out for lunch.
„Is everything alright so far?" Inseong asked as he suddenly showed up beside Youngbin.
„So far yes. It's just a bit strange being the new one you know?"
„That's why I'm here. Also Jaeyoon and Sanghyuk aren't normally like this, they are just hungover" he complained and nudged them both in order to wake them up.
„Ah hyung!" Sanghyuk shouted as soon as he felt Inseong shoving him and destroying his dream.
„It's time for lunch sleepyhead" he groaned and hit his head before he did the same to Jaeyoon. The first thing Sanghyuk noticed when he actually opened his eyes and looked up was the new boy standing in front of him, nervously looking around the classroom. It was only a short moment when they glanced directly at each other but it felt like an eternity to Sanghyuk, noticing the other's soft blush before he looked away and in that moment Sanghyuk had a plan.
„What about ditching those two and get something to eat? It'll take a while before Jaeyeoon hyung wakes up" Sanghyuk replied with a smirk and got up, scanning the new student from head to toe.
„Unfortunately he's right. You should go with him" Inseong said and looked a bit apologetic as he smiled again.
„Lee Sanghyuk, nice to meet you" Sanghyuk quickly introduced himself, extending his hand to formerly introduce himself.
„Kim Youngbin, it's nice to meet you too."
„I know this seems straightforward but do you want to go somewhere sometime?" Sanghyuk suddenly said as they were walking to the canteen, surprising Youngbin.
„What?"
„I know that it's weird but you seem nice and I think we could be good friends if we get to know each other better" Sanghyuk happily replied and smiled at the older.
„Uh sure. When?"
„Give me your number. I'll text you later" he said as he handed his phone to Youngbin, watching as the older inserted his number.
„So tell me did you transfer because your girlfriend is going to this school?" the younger asked again as they were continuing their way to the canteen, too curious for his own good sometimes.
It took Youngbin a second to think about his options, if he should just lie and fit in with everyone else or if he should just tell the truth. In the end he didn't want to start a friendship by lying.
„No I'm not in a relationship at the moment. I just didn't feel comfortable at my old school anymore" he simply replied while receiving his food, waiting for Sanghyuk.
„I understand but if you're interested in one of the girls here I'm happy to introduce you" he chuckled with a wink and started looking for their usual table.
„Ah thanks but it won't be necessary I think."
„That's fine with me too. So what do you think about the school so far?"
„It's alright, still a bit unfamiliar but that'll change soon I think" Youngbin replied and Sanghyuk only nodded as he started eating.

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I hate to make a cut here but if not the chapter would be way too long.