Garden of Roses | The Boyz AU [C. CH + J. CM]

Chapter 9

Chanhee

We only have a month left before the foundation day, and things are not starting to get better. Well, maybe for me only.

Changmin was able to teach them all the steps and in fact, they are now practicing the whole performance. They will be singing while dancing, and it's not easy since the steps are complicated.

Just like my life.

As for me, I have decided to just sit while singing. I know, that's too plain. Even Kevin and Jacob told me that. So I have decided to be extra in terms of props and costume. I will be on some rock and the background will be a castle. I will wear royal clothes or whatever they call that.

I went to my locker, as usual. I didn't receive roses for the past ten days if I am not mistaken, so I am really not expecting something.

But of course, expect the unexpected.

I saw a bouquet of rose. I can feel my heartbeat speeding up. I quickly went to get it and saw a letter attached to it.

I'm sorry because I wasn't able to send roses to you these past days. Here's a bouquet for you. Next time I'll bring you to the garden that you deserve.

- K

Looks like he changed codename. I was busy admiring the bouquet that I didn't even notice the smile slowly forming on my face. Kevin and Jacob already assured me that it's not some kind of a prank because they know my secret admirer but apparently, they can't tell me who he is because of they promised that they wouldn't tell me anything.

I can't blame them though. They value the trust that my admirer gave them, that's why I also chose to be friends with them. I know that they are trustworthy.

“New!” Startled by the person who just screamed like a dolphin behind me, I quickly stood up and threw the bouquet at him.

It was Changmin.

He took the bouquet and started laughing his ass out, literally. He's even rolling on the floor. I can't with this boy. I rolled my eyes at him and kick his leg before going out.

“Hey! Wait for me!” He said as he caught up with me.

He has my roses on his left hand while his right hand slowly brushes my left hand. He kept brushing it until he finally decided to hold my hands, causing my cheeks to burn.

I looked away from him but I never tried removing my hand from his, because I feel warm whenever he holds me.

We went to the club together, and as expected, all eyes were on us. It's not like there's a lot of people in here. We're only like 6 in total. Jacob, Kevin, Me, Changmin, Hwall and Eric.

“OH, I SEE! YOU FINALLY ASKED HIM OUT!” Eric screamed.

Changmin then gave him a death glare. He laughed awkwardly as Eric pinched his arm. Kevin and Jacob just shook their heads.

This is getting weird each day.

“So New,” Kevin said. “What if I tell you that instead of performing alone, we'll turn it into a duet?”

I furrowed my eyebrows, “Kevin, we only have more or less 20 days. You can't be serious.”

Kevin smirked, “What if I tell you that I am?”

I just sighed. If he's serious, then I have no other choice but to follow his instructions. He cupped my cheeks, “Don't give me that look! Plus you're co-performer is kind, there's nothing to worry about.”

I forced a smile, “Fine. Who is she?”

“She?” Jacob asked.

“Yes? If I'm the prince, of course my co-performer will be the princess.”

Kevin chuckled, “Who told you that you're the prince?”

My eyes widen. Oh no.

They looked at each other before laughing at me. I suddenly don't like this plan.

“Kidding!” Kevin said.

I shook my head and rolled my eyes at them. I was about to leave when Kevin quickly grabbed me by my wrist.

“But on the serious note, no one will be playing as a princess. Nothing will change, except that you will be dividing the lines.” He explained.

I nodded. Again, if he's serious, then I have no other choice but to follow. Kevin has been the one planning all my performances before, and I know he wouldn't put me in danger.

“You're just going to sit down, have fun, and sing wholeheartedly with Changmin.” Jacob added.

Changmin?

I looked at Changmin, and he's giggling while having his hand at me. I whined. How can this boy be so cute? I can't with him anymore.

He went closer to me and initiated a high five. I smiled, but instead of giving him a high five, I punched his hand. He took his hand back and pouted at me. I just shook my head and sighed.

“Oh come on!” He whined, “Are you disappointed that I am your partner?”

“Of course...” I chuckled.

Not...

I will never be disappointed in you. You were the only person who found me when even I don't know where I am. You were my savior, and thanks to you I am slowly recovering from the past. Since Younghoon, no one has ever tried to save me anymore. That's until I met you.

So my answer will forever be no. No as in I will never be disappointed in you.