On Track | Hyunin

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[the gif has nothing to do with the chapter I just thought it was funny]

28 November

Hyunjin tapped his foot impatiently as his nerves only grew with every passing minute that Peichen wasn't there.

He had been waiting a good 10 minutes at the café they agreed on, but she was nowhere in sight.

Suddenly, he heard a bell ring, indicating someone had entered the café. He lifted his head to see Peichen, who spotted him with a rather nervous look on her face

She smiled nonetheless and made her way to the table he sat at, taking a seat in front of him

"Hey, sorry I'm late." The younger apologized, Hyunjin shaking his head as to say 'it's alright'

"So, what did you want to talk about?"

Peichen's eyes widened as her eyes darted the room, refusing to meet his.

"I- It's a bit hard to say..."

"Am I getting kicked off the production team?!"

"What- No! I.. I just have to tell you something."

Hyunjin nodded, beckoning for her to continue,

"So- I know we've only known each other for a year, but I just.. I feel like I've known you all my life.. or something like that... But- but I think- I think I like you.." She stumbled over her words and mumbled the last few words, but he still caught it.

"You-" He didn't know how to respond. Obviously, he already knew, but he didn't think she would confess so early. "I- Peichen.. I'm sorry... I like you as a friend." He replied, voice soft as he tried his best not to upset her.

"Oh.. that's okay! Let's just forget about this, I don't want to ruin our friendship, sorry if I made it awkward." She apologized, plastering on a smile. "Let's order something and then leave."

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The two had ordered their drinks, and were now strolling through a nearby park.

"Um- Could we.. keep this a secret?" Peichen asked, embarrassed.

Hyunjin nodded, patting her on the back as to say, 'it's alright' [urin jom isanghae]

He couldn't help but feel extremely guilty, but what would've happened if he had lied just to make her happy?

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29 November

Hyunjin was on his way to school, the harsh winds almost blowing him off his feet. Jeongin was walking ahead, anxious to get to school because he has a test that day.

The older suddenly let out an alarming yelp, causing Jeongin to whip his head around only to see Minho had yet again snuck up behind the unsuspecting boy.

Hyunjin glared fiercely at Minho, who had doubled over from laughter. He pouted and walked on, catching up with Jeongin who was chuckling silently to himself.

Eventually they reached their school with about 10 minutes to spare, Hyunjin deciding that he wanted to get to his class early. He stepped into his biology class, spotting Jisung next to his designated seat.

He sat down, the aforementioned turning his head and greeting him with a wide smile, "Hi hyung!"

Hyunjin nodded, grabbing his books as Jisung continued to talk, "You know, yesterday I saw you and Peichen at the cafe, were you on a date?"

"What? No! Why were you at the cafe, were you on a date?"

A shy smile crept on to Jisung's face as he looked away, "Yes.."

Hyunjin gasped. Minho had been head over heels for the boy, and yet, he went on a date with another bo-

"..with Minho hyung."

He sighed in relief, nodding before the teacher entered and started her lesson.

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The two took their seats at the large lunch table, the other 6 already in their places. Hyunjin's eyes darted around the lunch room, finally finding Peichen with her own group of friends, one of which noticed him and pointed his way, causing him to whip his head around.

He then nudged Minho, who was beside him, smirking slyly, "So.. I heard you went on a date yesterday.."

The older gasped, clasping a hand over his mouth, "Who told you that?" He asked in a hushed voice.

Hyunjin only shrugged, looking in Jisung's direction. "Personally, I'm offended that you, my own best friend, didn't tell me yourself."

"I was going to, but you wouldn't stop being a pouty baby on our way to school." He huffed, crossing his arms.

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Hyunho besties <33