Yuri’s POV:

My mind kept wandering to what I was going to do about tonight. I couldn’t tell anyone, so how will I get out of the house? I cleared my head as I walked with Hyoyeon to dance class. My body started to fill with excitement as we entered the class.

“Unnie I can’t wait to see you dancing!” I said excitedly. Hyoyeon laughed and said:

“Don’t get too excited, you never know what Mr Kim is going to make us do this year.” She said. I frowned:

“Mr Kim? Is he married to Mrs Kim?” She nodded.

“Deh, he loves dancing and she loves singing. It’s like a match made in heaven.” I giggled at the thought. We went to the girls’ locker room and got changed into some dancing clothes. I had some long trousers and a slightly short top that revealed a bit of my belly as I forgot to buy dancing clothes. We went back in time to see the teacher come in and say:

“Annyeonghaseyo class! Welcome to our first dance lesson of the year! I hope you’re all ready because we have a big project this year. It is-“He was cut off by some students running into the classroom. It was Minho and Taemin.

“Annyeonghaseyo Mr Kim. I’m sorry I’m late!” They were breathless and red from running presumably.

“It’s ok guys. Just don’t do it again. Now quickly get changed and hurry back, we have a big project this year.” They nodded and rushed towards the locker room. I was disappointed that Minho didn’t notice me. I’m his girlfriend! When they returned wearing their gear, I turned back to Mr Kim.

“Anyway as I was saying: this year the board has said that we cannot do group dances which I know you all enjoy doing. They instead have decided to pick a project which will test on how mature you can be whilst doing this project. I will admit, some of you won’t like it.” Eunhyuk shouted from the back:

“Hurry up and tell us seongsaenim! The suspense is killing me!” We all laughed while he pretended to faint, even Mr Kim.

“Haha very funny Eunhyuk! Your project will be couple dances!” We all gasped and muttered. Damn! It’s like the board wants us to embarrass ourselves.

“Now I know you’re all going to hate this next bit but bear with me. The project’s criteria basically makes sure that you can’t do slow couple dances which may allow you some ‘breathing space.’ Instead you have to do dances in which you are very close to your partner.” He emphasised heavily on the ‘very.’

We all blushed heavily. Are the people who make the criteria a bunch of erts?

“This is possibly the worst part for you. You don’t get to pick your partner,” We all gasped in shock “However since we all know each other quite well it shouldn’t be a problem and we have an equal number of boys to girls.” I sighed and assumed I’d be partnered with someone who was as equally shy as I am about this. I hardly listened as Mr Kim started to call out the names of our partners. Hyoyeon got partnered with Eunhyuk and I already knew they were going to pass with flying colours. They were the best dancers in the group. I payed attention though, when Mr Kim said:

“Choi Minho! Let’s see um... how about with that girl there?” I raised my eyes slightly and was amused to see Minho’s face when Mr Kim pointed at me. I nodded at Mr Kim and walked over to Minho, preparing to give him the silent treatment.

“Yuri you’re in this class? This is great!” I kept my face impassive, resisting the urge to throw my arms around him in happiness. He looked confused but turned his attention to Mr Kim when he said:

“OK! Let’s first try a basic stance. Girls put one hand on your partners shoulder and hold out one hand. Boys put one hand on your partner’s waist, don’t be shy, and hold your partners hand in yours. Remember to face each other.”

I faced Minho and placed a hand on his shoulder. He immediately took my hand in his and pulled me closer. His other hand fell to my waist. I could feel the skin of his hand on me. Pabo Yuri! How could you forget to buy dancing clothes! This is going to be so embarrassing! I gulped nervously and looked up at his face to find he was smirking.

We got started doing some basic steps that Mr Kim showed us. It wasn’t that bad except that I could feel Minho’s eyes constantly on me while I just kept my gaze to the floor. Soon Mr Kim went around looking at our stance and correcting them. Soon he came to us.

“I see immediately what the problem is. Miss Yuri would you please look into your partners face? It would knock down your marks if you don’t.” Hesitantly I looked up at Minho’s eyes. They seemed so gentle, yet they were amazing in the most thrilling way.

“Now let’s try a move shall we Minho?” He moved towards Minho and cupped his ear whispering something. Minho grinned sneakily and nodded. I couldn’t take giving him the silent treatment anymore.

“What are you going to d-? “I was cut off when Minho suddenly spun me around. Everything was spinning until I came to a sudden stop at which point he dipped me. He lifted me back up slowly but his nose was almost in contact with my neck. I couldn’t even look at him because I thought I would faint. Instead I just closed my eyes. He raised me back up fully and I just stared at him in shock while Mr Kim clapped and said:

“Well done! I think you two should pass this project with flying colours if you keep up the good work.” He left us standing there and I could feel my skin getting warmer as the blood rushed to my face. Minho leant down and whispered in my ear.

“Why are you so nervous? We’re in a relationship anyway.” His breath tickled my ear and I smiled.

“I’ve just never been this close to anyone before.” I looked down in embarrassment. He tilted my chin upwards to make me look at his face. I could feel my stomach flipping over when he said:

“I want to be close to you Kwon Yuri. I’ve never felt like this about anyone before.” I blushed and moved forward to hug him. I wrapped my arms around his neck and held him tight while he wrapped his large arms around my back. We just stayed there swaying from side to side while I buried my head in his neck. I loved that feeling I had when I was with Minho. I felt like I could do anything.

I noticed the class had gone really quiet. Too quiet in fact. I looked around and realised everyone was looking at us and grinning. When they realised I’d seen them they started whooping and cheering. Someone even wolf-whistled. I hid behind Minho in embarrassment.

Class ended pretty soon and from then it was only a few hours until we went home. Classes flew by and we were waiting for the driver to come pick us up when someone surprised me. None of the girls noticed since I was waiting at the back of the group. I was going to turn around to see who it was when their voice whispered:

“Ma