chapter 18 || tick tack

lost in stereo || high school applyfic || chapter 30 is up! TT.TT

chapter 18

━ { tick tack

The world seemed to come to a halt for the six girls, they didn't speak a word to each other during practice nor in passing. Ms. Lee sighed as she walked past the cafeteria to see the girls not sitting together, Yumi had not appeared in classes all day as did Areum. Jinhee was reaking a deadly aura as she sat in her classes. Eunjeong had been sketching and writing since the moment she walked into school. Nell seemed to revert back into her princess ways as she brushed passed Lauren in the hallway.

 

Yumi sighed as she looked aound the playground, her hands fidgetting as music flowed into her ears from her headphones. A journal sat on the slide next to her, the white notebok decorated in doodles from the other girls. Her heart felt heavy just like it did when Twice dropped in rank last year. Another sigh escaped her as students began filling the streets, she watched as two girls walked hand-in-hand as they talked. Yumi was once like that with Jihyo they were the best of friends, she never would have known this would happen to her.

 

Eunjeong put her headphones on as she stepped off the subway, music filling her mind as she carried a bag of spray paint. Glancing around as she entered the art tunnel where many artists seemed to let out pent up frustrations. Nodding to some of the other artist she knew as she walked to an empty part of the wall. All those late nights in the studio and early morning subway rides, only to for it to come down to a loss against Twice. Opening her bag she shook a blue spray can, as the music tempo sped up.

 

Nell sighed as she patted her face of the sweat with her towel as music filled the dance studio space. She would have never thought someone could be that mean to sabotage a roup of fellow high school students. The princess grabbed her water bottle and sat on the bench that face the mirror, leaning forward her elbows resting on her knees. Seeing the look of panic Yumi had when the music cut off was what made her feel more guilty. Why weren't they more prepared for something like that happening. She rubbed her face as another song played.

 

Areum stood at the edge of a dance circle, in her own world as she watched kids dance. Jaehyuk glancing at the other whom only stared at one spot on the ground. The look Nayeon had on her face, flashing in her mind as a glimpse of Yumi's cat features turning menacing as Nayeon pushed passed them. A hand landed on her shoulder, she looked over to see Jaehyuk standing beside her.

"It's not the end yet." He said, with a smile, Areum nodded turning back to watch the kids in front of them.

 

Lauren closed her locker before her World History class, her eyes looking to the group of girls waiting by Mark's locker. She was normally one of them, Yumi's words filling her mind, she turned and walked the other way going straight to class. As she turned the corner, she spotted Jae with his friends smiling and joking with them, averting her eyes Lauren turned and walked to class. It didn't take her long to decide dancing was more important than friendships or crushes. 

 

Jinhee sighed as she sat in the school garden her notebook next to her, her headphones filling her ears with hip hop music. Shocking, right? Jinhee thought so too, but didn't really care to let anyone know. Looking up at the sky, her flooded with the same veiw but different noices. It was only the end of feburary and she already had so many memories with the other five.

 

(author's note) SJust a few solo moments. so sorry for not updating, the original got deleted and I have been insanely sick. Anyways, thank you all for your comments even the long ones! I really do love seeing them. It makes me proud of what I'm writing. Have a good day / night!

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Moozie #1
Chapter 41: I know I haven't really commented before but I was always waiting for your updates. Your story was amazing and I'm so sad about it ending. I really enjoyed reading all the chapters and I wish you best of luck on your other fics
Lexxiluvkpop
#2
Chapter 40: Wow, I can't believe this journey is almost over. Last chapter was hilarious, who knew Nell had such a creative imagination. And this chapter, was very intense. We got to see how the girls have grown as individuals and as a group.
I can't believe Nayeon would do that, how low. And Jinyoung being an awsome older brother. As well as Meraki standing up for their leader, how sweet. I like how u incorporated a few love interests moments here and there.
Once again my compliments for the song choices. Not just for Meraki, but the playlist was awsome. And ending at a cliffhanger, wow.
Anyways...I'll look forward to the last chapter. I can't believe i just typed that. But yes the last chapter. I excited to see how u wrap things up for the girls of Meraki. FIGHTING!
MissMinho
#3
Chapter 40: Time flies sooo fast and im soo sadd that this awesome story is ending ㅠㅠ
fanfare #4
Chapter 40: ack i want to apologize for being a silent reader, but i always find myself reading these late at night and then falling asleep at the end of every chapter. ;(( that and i've been packed these past few months ,,, but i asure you, i've been reading everything from start to end !!
ugh this story's come a long way and i'm lowkey tearing up bc it's already the end ;'( honestly, i've loved each chapter, no matter the length, and i've loved how the girls grew as both individuals and a whole group. <3
ahh i wish i could comment more, but i don't know how to put my words together asdfhh !!! but i truly want to say you did great with this story, and i'm proud that you were able to be apart of this story with eunjeong. :'))
gl and i can't wait for the final chapter !! <3
MissMinho
#5
Im sooo sorry for not commenting >< school and exams duhh making me more focused on them more than reading your beautiful story.. i'm going to read it and keep up the good work author nim! You know we love you right =)
Lexxiluvkpop
#6
Chapter 38: I am soooo, very very sorry! i've completely forgotten to comment, sorry... Ivhave read them all like day after u posted them, but i just forgot to comment. So let me comment no since i have time.
First off, I cant believe IKON believed what Nayeon said. I mean didn't the two groups exchange contacts. And fingertip was performed, I honestly enjoy that song when it first came out.
Next chapter, I really love the interation between the girls of Meraki and the boys of BTS. I never hand intentions of them bonding this much when making Yumi, but I really love it. And the fact that the students know not to disturb them is amazing. i still don't get the relationship between Mark and Lauren. I mean great hes developing some sort of feelings towards her, but why until now??? Ugh, maybe im just overthinking...yeah ill just shut up. Still Laurens reactions when they are by themselves is very adorable. Dang almost all of Meraki is dating by this point.
Moving on. Wow! A TOP 3 battle for the Final! Honestly I couldn't decide who I wanted Meraki to go up against. Twice is their obvious rival, but BTS is their friend and totally deserves the win. So when reading that chap I was pleased with the results. But now Im worried how thats gonna work out. I mean its gonna be kinda hard for Nayeon to try and cheat right, so this might be an actual fair battle. I hope. And we finally see Taeyong show up infront on the girls. Someone has some explaining to do, I smell a sleep over happening, no?
ANd th last chapter was sweet. Especially with Yumi finding her brothers signatures on the same wall. I cant believe this story is almost over. Im so looking foward to your choice in songs for the final for all three groups. As well as how youll incorporate all the girls family and friends who might show up for the final. SO until then Ill wait for the next chapter and hopefully ill be able to comment earlier than now. Sorry about that and see you!
Lexxiluvkpop
#7
Chapter 34: No worries. Take all the time u need. I know I've been busy lately as well. I'll be here waiting for the chapies when u post them.
Lexxiluvkpop
#8
Chapter 33: Two new chapters, yay! Wow, poor Jinhee. The girls and Hansol must have been very shocked. At least Ms Lee managed to calm down her parents and convince them to let her stay. How funny, Kihyun ditched Twice to go on a date with Eunjeong. Poor Jooheon, at least he'll get a meal.

OMG! Yoongi planned his confession out with the guys. I like how Yumi was getting kinda irritated at BTS for just handing her roses without explaining. My favorite pat was Nell stopping Yoongi midway his confession just so the girls could all be there to listen. Poor guy, the pressure he have if he had written a song for her, wow. At least the two are together now.

That 'Of Course' game was fun but intense. Poor Lauren, dont wirry youll get back at her someday. Next battle is a rematch between IKON and Meraki. The groups will probably be all smiles and friendly despite going at it again. The Twice vs BTS battle will be very interesting to see. And the most worrisome. A rematch with Twice would leave vlosure, but a match with BTS would be interesting especially since both groups are close friends.

I can't believe this story is close to its end. It's been great reading it and I'll jeep reading til u finsh. My favorite concept...hmmm. As of right now, all of what Monsta X (Shownu specially) has done is my favorite. Plus BTS, blood,sweat,and tears. Min Yoongi and Jimin had me spazing for days.
Lexxiluvkpop
#9
Chapter 31: Ooh~ love interest time. Eunjeong and Kihyun...hmmm, that seems like an interesting reationship. If twice were to find out, I wonder how they'd take it. And Nell and Taeyong have been a thing for a month now? WOW...well at least well find out thru flash backs. So much going on with the love interest, u could say half the girls are now in a relationship. Now for the other half to get things going too...soon...hopefully...

OMG! I like no kidding actually imagined the girls performing STAY like this. I legit almost screamed when reading that part, I couldn't since I'm on the bus and surrounded by ppl. Haha, well I look foward to what's to come. I can't believe it's almost top 4, the final.is getting closer and closer.
MissMinho
#10
Chapter 31: Oh my god! It had been a hectic week for me and you're verrryyy generousss with all the updates! So many things happen to the girls and I'm so excited to know whats next!! Great job author nim!!