The First Time

The first time he officially saw her was during MNET MAMA 2015. During rehearsals, he heard Xiumin informing Sehun about TWICE who were on their way to Hong Kong. He knew that the maknae is looking forward to meet TWICE’s Japanese member who he once hurt. While he doesn’t actually agree that Sehun should pursue her, he also knew there is only so much that he can do.

While getting hair and make-up done, he could hear greetings from outside the room. He heard the phrase ‘Anyeonghaseyo, TWICE inmida.’ Sehun wanted to step out from the room to meet them but Suho had to pull the call and stop the eager boy. He reminded the members to get their make-up and hair done first before leaving the room. He could see the maknae pouting at the corner of the room.

By the time, they left their waiting room; the girls are nowhere to be seen. He could see his youngest member sulking as they move to the red carpet area. After greeting the fans, EXO were directed to the waiting area at the Arena. They sat down and saw other artists who were streaming in the arena too. The new group IKON looks a little smug to him but they came and greeted them well. Then Suho turned to Sehun when he heard the crowd cheer for TWICE. The girls came in one straight file. He saw a very pretty girl with a bright smile. She has big round eyes that look so pure. He also got a little distracted when he saw that the other members were super pretty too. He had to remind the maknae to be cool. The maknae frowned. As TWICE approached the table, the girls bowed and greeted EXO energetically. He could hear the girl with the round eyes loud and clear voice. The girls took a seat behind them.

When it was the nomination for the Rookie Girl Group, Suho was actually excited. There were plenty of debuts this year. However he was pretty certain that TWICE would win. He sang along to the chorus of ‘Like Ooh Ahh’ and their clip was flash across the screen. When the announcer mentioned TWICE, he could hear the group gasp. As the girls stood up, he too stood up and turns. That was when their eyes first met. He big round eyes were glistening. He could see that she was about to break down in tears. As TWICE made their way to the stage, she was trailing at the back. On the screen, he saw how her members want her to be the first to give their winning speech. As she reaches out the microphone, she took a deep breath.

He observes her beautiful features as her face centred on the screen. She expressed how nervous and excited they were with the huge award. She proceeded to thank her producer and CEO Park Jinyoung sunbaenim who happened to seat a few seats away from EXO.  She uses her arms to create a heart and her producer responded similarly. It is strange for Suho because in his company, they don’t do such stuffs. As he hears her soft husky laughter, he couldn’t help but smile just looking at her. She continued to thank her CEO, staffs and their fandom who are known as ONCE. Her voice was a little shaken. He could sense that she was holding back her tears. What impressed Suho the most was that she acknowledged publically that TWICE is a very young group that’s has a lot of area needed for improvement and that TWICE will continue to strive and work harder to make sure they are deserving of this award.

The girls made their way back to the seat. Suho saw that tears already escaped her eyes. She was still trying her best to smile and when his eyes met hers, he couldn’t help but smile at her. His heartbeat raced.

One Smile After Another

Suho does look forward to the year-end GAYO DAEJUN performances. He knew that TWICE would be coming because Sehun has been talking about them non-stop. After his hair and make-up was done, he headed to the toilet. He was buy texting on his phone when, he saw two girls stopped and greeted him.

JH/NY: Anyeonghaseyo Suho sunbaenim, TWICE leader Jihyo and Nayeon inmida. (They greeted him enthusiastically with a smile.)

He responded with a bow.

SHO: Neh, I saw you girls on television. Congratulations on the debut. (He awkwardly commented.)

JHO: Neh, thank you sunbaenim. Have an awesome day today and Happy New Year. (She wished him with a smile that could melt his heart.)

He returned to his room with a smile as he sat on the sofa. He brushed off the thought in his head. He knew that dating is a big no-no. He frowns just at the thought of that.

During the finale, when all artists gathered on stage, he saw her again. TWICE smiles and bowed at EXO. His tired body suddenly found strength at her smile. His cheeks blush a little. Xiumin nudged him wondering why he was smiling by himself. He just shook his head denying that he was smiling to himself.

Early 2016, he was glad to see her once again. This time round is the Golden Disk Award. TWICE has a special stage on top of their performance. As he watched the screen, he saw how she moves her body fluidly. Suho is glad that she is different from other girls. Yes, in Korea standard, she may be classified as fat. To him, she is a beautiful and curvy woman who he wishes; he could hug all day long.

Time Away From The Rest

After parking his manager’s car, Suho stepped into the convenience store alone. His feet dragged him onto the beverage section. He waited for a while because a girl in hoodie with a mask on was looking for a particular drink while talking on the phone.

‘Could you girls make up your mind? What drinks do you guys want?’

She mumbled on the phone before turning and noticing his presence.

JHO: Mianhe, you could get your drinks first. I have people who still cannot make up their mind on what to drink. (She complains as she gestured him towards the fridge.)

Suho stared at the girl. He recognized those big eyes. He could recognize her voice too. He wondered if she recognized him too which he doubt. He feels like he is the least popular member because he looks boring thus the lower self-esteem.

Jihyo wondered why the guy did not respond. For a moment she was about to panic. She worries if it was another fan who is stalking her. She waved her hand in front of the guy’s face. He suddenly bowed to her and pulled down his mask.

SHO: Anyeong Jihyo sshi… (He greeted her.)

Jihyo immediately return the bow feeling stunned that EXO’s leader is standing right in front of her. She pulled down her mask too.

JHO: Anyeong Suho sunbaenim… (She returned the greeting in a formal way.)

SHO: Don’t worry, let’s talk comfortably.

JHO: Neh… (She replied softly as her eyes wonders around not knowing what to look at.)

SHO: I’ll pay first. See you around. (Suho excused himself as he pulled back his mask on.)

JHO: Neh… Have a good night sunbaenim! (She wished him cheerfully.)

Suho stepped out of the store feeling a little too excited. He knows he shouldn’t but he couldn’t help it. He wants to befriend her. He wants to get to know her. He wants to talk to her. He wants to smile at her. However being a leader, a battle goes through his head. Should he or shouldn’t he? While his brain is telling him to move his , his heart is telling him to wait for her. He already stood outside the store for about 10 minutes and she is still not out. It was a little chilly, so he had to put his hand into his pocket and held on the heat pack as he eagerly waited for her.

Jihyo finally bought her drinks. She grumbles to herself. She was irritated that she loss the game and bet. She was angry at herself even more when the punishment is for her to buy beverages from the mart alone. After making the payment, she held on to both plastic bags. She sighed because the bags were heavy. Much to her surprise, she saw Suho standing outside the store. She immediately bowed. Suho took many steps forward and reached for the bags.

JHO: Sunbae … (She exclaimed feeling a little shocked by his actions.)

SHO: The bags look heavy. I’ll just help you with these bags. (He gently clarified.)

JHO: It is okay sunbae, I can carry them myself. (She tried reaching for her bags.)

SHO: Don’t worry Jihyo sshi. Anyway do you live around here?

JHO: Just a few streets away, Golgudo Street 3.

SHO: We lived nearby. Same street in fact. Did you come to this mart because you feel it’s safer even though it’s further away from your house?

Jihyo nodded.

JHO: Sunbae let me carry my bags. It’s heavy. (She asked for the bags feeling a little worried.)

SHO: I feel a little insulted. Are you saying that I am not strong enough to carry drinks for your members?

JHO: Ani… Mianhe sunbae, I don’t mean it that way. (She apologized.)

SHO: I’ll drive you home.

JHO: I don’t want to trouble you sunbae. (She responded to him with a worried voice.)

Suho unlocked his car and gestured her to get on the passenger seat. She was hesitant bit she did enter the car after looking around making sure that no one was around. Once she put on the seat belt, he passed her the two plastic bags.

She was very thankful for the tinted windows of the car. She can relax a bit.

SHO: Jihyo sshi….

JHO: Neh sunbae….

SHO: Let us talk comfortably. I would prefer if you call me Junmyeon oppa.

JHO: Neh oppa… (She smiles at him feeling thankful he is kind and sincere.)

SHO: Anyway, you girls just moved into the neighbourhood. How do you guys like it so far?

JHO: So far, it was pleasant. I am just thankful that our streets area has good security. Eh… how did you know?

SHO: I heard Sehun talking about it.

JHO: Oppa…. (She asked affectionately not realizing that she was like that.)

Suho’s heart skipped a beat. He loves the way he calls her oppa. It made him very happy.

SHO: Neh?

JHO: Does Sehun sunbaenim talk about Mina a lot?

SHO: He does. She is the only person that drives him crazy actually.

JHO: Ooh… I always wondered to what extend he actually wants to communicate with her.

SHO: Extend?

JHO: Oppa…both you and I are leaders. You understand right, that nagging worrying feeling you have of your members? (She asked him genuinely.)

Suho smiled realizing how finally he has someone who understands his heart. Not those seniors in his company did not understand.

SHO: I fully understand what you meant… Jihyo, are you in a rush?

JHO: Huh… I don’t understand…

SHO: Are you like in a rush or do you have another schedule later?

JHO: Ani… I’m done for the day but why do you ask oppa?

SHO: I want to bring you somewhere!

JHO: I don’t think it’s a good idea oppa. (She responded cautiously.)

SHO: Ooh okay. (He responded despondently.)

Jihyo couldn’t understand herself. She is normally rational but the guy in front of her makes her want to do something she rarely does.

JHO: If it is less than an hour, I don’t mind. (She answered softly as she smiles at him.)

Suho couldn’t hide his smile as he heard those words. He was about to turn into her street but managed just in time to turn the opposite way. Jihyo realized that they are driving up a small hill. They arrived in just 10 minutes. She could see part of the brightly lit Seoul from the car. It was already dark since it was about 7 pm. The lights looked pretty. Her smile was disrupted by her phone ringing. She turned to look at Suho.

JHO: Yobseyo… (She answered the called only to be greeted by a screaming Nayeon who worried about her.)

NY: Where are you? It’s already half an hour.

JHO: I met a friend. We are just talking for a while. Mianhe, I was too engrossed and forget to call back.

NY: You make me worried, Jihyo ah. Arrasso, don’t be back too late, manager unnie and Dahyun will be back by 10. You should be back before them, Arrasso!

JHO: Neh…

Suho felt bad.

SHO: Mianhe…I got you into trouble huh.

JHO: Don’t worry oppa… As long I am back in an hour, I would be fine. Don’t frown oppa. Smile! (She asked cutely.)

Suho smiled at the girl.

JHO: Gomawo oppa, this place is gorgeous. I feel relaxed.

SHO: Sometimes, when things get to chaotic or when the dorm is getting too noisy, I will come here to calm myself down.

JHO: I understand how you are feeling oppa… But I believe you will be okay.

SHO: It’s nice to communicate with another leader openly.

JHO: Oppa…. You are a great leader. I have so much to learn from you.

SHO: Ani… I am weak. My members don’t listen to me. I get easily affected by comments and gets easily upset. (He complained.)

He rested his head on the head rest as he shared his worries with her. He felt so comfortable sharing his honest feelings with her. That is something he hasn’t been able to do for quite a long time. Jihyo looked at the man beside her and tried to read what is on his mind. She could see the weariness in his body language and hear it in his voice. Her eyes turned wide open when she heard him say…

SHO: Sometimes I feel a little depressed. Sometimes I feel like I want to quit. Quit and just leave.

JHO: Oppa… (Her voice soothingly made his turn to look at her.)

SHO: Neh…

JHO: It is okay and normal to feel tired. When you feel tired, you rest oppa. You don’t quit. (She justified it clearly to him.)

Suho could understand perfectly what she meant. He stared at her in the eyes. How could someone so young be so matured? She is 6 years his junior but she thinks way beyond her young self.

JHO: Oppa… (She called out to him once again.)

SHO: Neh…

JHO: Why are you telling me all this? Why are you sharing all these feelings that are deep from your heart with me? Why do you even bring me to this place? I am a girl. I tend to overthink. Correct me if I am wrong but do you like me? (Jihyo asked sincerely and honestly.)

Suho is surprised by her questions. He never knew or never met a girl who is this honest with him. He has never met someone who doesn’t beat around the bush. All he could do was look into her eyes trying to figure out what are the answers to her questions. It was a moment of awkward silence. Both Jihyo and he are still looking at each other in the eyes as they tried to search for something. Something that both didn’t know what it was. Suho finally gained courage.

SHO: Chua… I like you.  I like you since I first saw you during MAMA. (He admitted softly as he looks down at the steering wheel avoiding Jihyo’s eye.)

JHO: Ahh… (She answered not giving him any clue if she is okay with his confession or not.)

Suho looked up and saw Jihyo smiling at him. He looked way as he cleared his throat. Suddenly, he saw a bottle of drink offered right in front of him. He turned to the girl.

JHO: Drink up oppa, I know you are thirsty.

SHO: Your girls won’t be happy.

JHO: This is mine. So you don’t have to worry.

Suho took the drink in his hand. He drank a bit before sighing as he stares out to Seoul city.

JHO: Oppa… (Her gentle affectionate voice wakes up a certain feeling in his heart.)

SHO: Uhmmm…

JHO: Don’t sigh… I like it better when you are smiling…

SHO: I will try….Gomawo Jihyo….

JHO: I am new at being a leader. I don’t know and couldn’t fully say I understand your difficulties and pain. But oppa, hard time will pass. I hope you gain strength. (She said sincerely as she looks at him in the eyes.)

If only he could, he would pull her in for an embrace and kiss her. Soon, he received a text from his manager.

SHO: I wish we could stay longer here but my manager already called. I will drop you near your place to avoid any wondering camera eyes.

JHO: No worries oppa. I understand.

SHO: Jihyo ah, lets exchange number? (He subtly asked.)

She nodded. They exchanged numbers and promised to keep in touch. Although Suho would really want to know how she actually felt towards him, he couldn’t bring himself to ask her that question.

Controversy

The controversy about TWICE’s maknae citizenship became huge. While the C-Netizens were angry, Suho was thankful that K & I – Netizens were nice about it. He has not texted Jihyo in a while because he was busy touring outside of Korea. He was busy filming too. 2016 seems to take a noisy start.

He slumped on his bed feeling tired. He checked on his phone for updates regarding her group. He felt sorry for her. He looked at the time; it was already close to 2am. He wondered if he should or should not. He gave in to his worry. He slowly typed.

‘Jihyo ah, Gwencana? Mianhe, I didn’t have the time to text you these 2 weeks. I was very busy and barely had enough rest. I know you and your girls are facing a tough time now. Stay strong Arrasso. Oppa may not always be around but do know I am always thinking and worrying about you.’

Jihyo smiled as she saw his text. Although she wasn’t expecting anything from him, she felt assured that he cares enough about her. She initially thought, Suho’s feelings towards her were just a phase for a guy. Seeing his message meant a lot more for her.

‘I am fine oppa. I know you are busy. I understand oppa. You should rest well too oppa. Times are hard now but me and my girls are doing okay. We will be okay. I believe we will. You don’t have to worry about me oppa. If you don’t want me to worry, then maybe taking care of yourself better will make me feel happier.’

Suho smiled at her response. How could someone so young be so understanding and strong? He is amazed by the way she tries to look at things in a positive manner.

‘Bogoshipo….’

Suho just realized he just typed out that phrase without realizing it. He blinked a couple of times. As he saw both ticks turning blue, he waited for her response. 5 minutes…. Still no reply. 10 minutes later… still no text from her…. 20 minutes later…. He smiled.

‘I miss you too, oppa’

Suho felt happy beyond words. How could those 5 words turn into the happiest man alive at that moment?

‘Gomawo… you just gave me a lot of strength to carry on despite feeling extremely exhausted. Rest well, Arrasso.’

It was already nearing the end of January. Suho finally get his well-deserved break. He was resting and rolling around on his bed until he read that Jihyo is going to celebrate her birthday in a couple of days. He was glad that he has some time to look for her gift. He ordered a simple necklace with a J pendant.

Now all he has to do was find a suitable time to meet her. Although he was a little free, she was very busy. Her schedules are packed. He really wanted to meet her. He has no idea and gives up. He finally asked her.

‘I miss you and really want to meet you but I know you are busy and I understand. Let’s meet soon when you are less busy, Arrasso.’

Jihyo smiled as she read his message. She herself doesn’t know when she will be free enough to meet him.

‘Don’t miss me too much.’

Her response left him confused. He wondered if she is missing him too. Suho slapped himself. He doesn’t know why he is he feeling all this confusing emotions.

It was the eve her birthday. Jihyo just came home from her last schedule for the day. It was 8.45pm. It was the earliest. She lied down on her bed when a text came in.

‘I was on my way home when I saw your dorm lights switched on. You home?’

Jihyo smiled. She knew that he wanted to meet her badly. Honestly, she wants to meet her too for some reason. She braved herself.

JHO: Nayeon unnie, do you think manager unnie will allow me to go out?

NY: Where do you want to go?

JHO: Meet a friend. My friend is in the area and wanted to catch up with me for a while. I am a bit reluctant to invite my friend to our place. (She phrases her words carefully.)

NY: I think it should be fine if it is a short while.

Jihyo mustered as much courage as she could. When she asked her manager, the lady just thought for a while. She trusted Jihyo enough. After all Jihyo trained for 10 years. Her manager trusts her. Besides, it would be a good opportunity for the girls to set up her birthday surprise without tip-toeing around her.

TWM: Not more than 2 hours, Arrasso!

JHO: Neh, unnie.

She quickly sent him a message.

‘Oppa, want to meet? I have 2 hours to spare.’

His immediate response made her smile.

‘I am already waiting in the car downstairs.’

Jihyo scanned the area around making sure that no one is following her. She looks up at her dorm to ensure that no one sees her. She quickly entered his car before bursting out into laughter.

JHO: Oppa…

SHO: Happy Advance Birthday Jihyo ah…. Or should I say Jisoo?

JHO: You knew.

Suho nodded as he continues to drive off to the place that he loves. It was dark and a little chilly. He stepped out of the car and she followed him. They both leaned against the front of the car. They enjoyed that few minutes of silence. He looks at her from the side and saw her smiling. He is often amazed at how strong she is. She is always smiling. Jihyo started rubbing both her hands together. Without much thought, Suho reached for her hands. The girl was a little surprised as he holds her hand. She turned to face him. With both hands in his, Suho made sure that his warmth radiate through her hands. Jihyo felt warm. She felt protected. She looks at him in the eye not understanding the depth of their ‘relationship’.

Suho can sense that she is masking her worries and concerns with a smile. All he wants to do is make her happy like how she made him feel many weeks back. He looks into her eyes as she looks at his. For some reason, even with words not spoken, it felt as though they were talking. Jihyo’s eyes glistened. He broke her barrier, like finally. The moment her first tears trickled down her face, he pulled her into his embrace.

Initially, Jihyo was stiff. Her hands fall to her side. Suho reached for her back and softly rubs it to sooth her sobs. He tightened his hug when he felt her arms circling his waist. They embraced each other in silence. No words spoken. Only the heart and hug doing all the talking. Their hug continues to tighten with every passing moment. Jihyo could only hide her face in his jacket. She was too embarrassed to let him see her crying face. For 20 minutes, they stood in each other’s arms. Jihyo was the first to pull away and tried avoiding looking at him in the eyes.

Suho didn’t let her go. He lifted her chin and saw the tears that stained her cheeks. He used his shirt and dabbed on her face slightly drying off her tears. She pursed her lips feeling a little shy. Once he face is dry from the wipe, he once again lifts her chin up this time looking at her in the eyes. He leaned in closer before putting his lips on her. Jihyo’s eyes turned bigger not expecting him to kiss her. She waited for a moment before eventually giving in by slowly opening . His tongue reaches in softly to find hers gently. When both tongues meet, Jihyo couldn’t help but smile because she can feel herself blushing. Suho understood her action. He slowly retracts his tongues as his lips ended up nibbling on her bottom lips. When they finally pulled away from the kiss, Suho rested his forehead on her. They stayed like that absorbing the roller coaster or emotions and desire riding in their mind, body and soul.

He slowly turned her body around. As he leaned on his car, he told her to face Seoul City before getting her to close her eyes. Then she felt a cold chain around her neck. She opened her eyes and reaches to look at the pendant on her chain. The pendant was a simple ‘J’. She smiled.

Suho rested his head on her shoulder as he wrapped his arms around her waist. He snuggled closer and inhales her addictive smell. The touch of his nose on her neck woke her desires.

JHO: ‘J’….Simple and lovely. I love it oppa.

SHO: I am glad you love it. (He whispered in close to her ears sending a spine chilling feeling to her stomach.)

JHO: Gomawo….

SHO: I had it personalized. The ‘J’ stands for Jihyo and also Junmyeon. (He explains further.)

JHO: Neh, I really appreciate the thought oppa.

SHO: I know we can’t meet often. But every time you miss me, look at this pendant… then call or text me.

JHO: Arrasso oppa…. (She responded gently)

Suho tightened his arms around her as he continues to snuggle close to her neck. They bask in this moment of silence. She closed her eyes and smile, thanking god in her heart. She opened her eyes when he felt his kiss on her neck. She finally relaxes her body and leaned on him. She loves being in his arms. She loves the scent of his body. She loves hearing his voice. She loves that he is not afraid to show his feeling for her. After a few moments, Jihyo began to reach for his hand around her waist. She held on to his arms as she rocks a little to the side enjoying this silent intimacy between two souls.

Suho was trying his best to behave. He can’t deny that Jihyo is an attractive lady. With her back resting on him, his body is reacting differently. Suddenly, he just pushed her forward a little separating their bodies. Jihyo was a little startled. She only understood what he was doing when he pulled his long coat to cover his front. She smiled and looked away not knowing what to do. The both of them finally got back in the car. They hold hand for a short while before he has to drive her home. When they arrived at her place, she has to quickly enter her dorm before anyone sees her.

Cheer Up

He knows that she has been very busy lately. He was frustrated that they have not met since her birthday. Although they texted each other daily, he cannot help but miss holding her in her arms. He knew and expected this to happen but he didn’t know that he could miss someone so badly.

When he saw her teaser for ‘Cheer Up’, he got even more frustrated that his love is getting more and more beautiful. He calls her Jagiya and she calls him dear when it’s just them alone in their own world. He misses hearing her voice. Lately it’s even harder to video call her because she is always surrounded by her managers, staffs, stylist and literally the whole world.

He was with Sehun in the living room. Sehun was excited for TWICE’s new music video. He kept his cool even though he knew seeing Jihyo would drive him crazy. He continued staring at her while Sehun whines about Mina. When he returned to his room, he texted her.

‘Jagiya, I saw your VApp and music video. You look gorgeous and the song makes me smile.’

Jihyo smiles as she read the message. All her tiredness gone.

I’m Gonna Be A Star

Suho was excited for this comeback. Initially he was upset to find out that twice already finished promoting for ‘Cheer Up’ but was pleasantly surprised when Jihyo told him that they will do a special stage for a week. Suho looked a little nervous as his group passed by TWICE. The girls were smiling brightly as they bowed and greeted us. When they passed by EXO, Suho managed to brush his fingers against her. She turned and he smiled at her. This didn’t go unnoticed by Mina.

It was TWICE’s last special stage. Suho couldn’t help but felt a little sad that although he saw her for the past three days, he still have yet to have the opportunity to hold her in his arms. It has been 4 months. He misses her so badly.

‘I miss you. I want to hug you.’

‘I miss you too. I wish I am brave enough to hug you in front of my members.’

‘Me too…Lets meet at the fire exit on level 3.’

‘Oppa, you crazy! Too many eyes…..’

‘You’re right.’

Suho was irritated by her response but he knows she only wants the best for him and her. He asked the maknae to accompany him to the toilet. As they were heading to the toilet, he could tear his eyes away from his phone. He wondered why she hadn’t reply. Suddenly, He could sense Sehun excitement. He looked up to see Jihyo and Mina walking towards them. Sehun greeted the girls and they greeted him back. The tension in Sehun’s eyes is visible but the love in Suho’s eyes is obvious. Mina looked at her leader before turning to look at Suho who was smiling gently at her leader. Sehun was irritated that Mina was busy looking at Suho. He pouts wondering if Mina is interested in Suho. Suddenly, Mina grabbed Jihyo’s wrist and dragged her to the fire exit. Sehun and Suho were startled by Mina’s action.

The boys looked around making sure no one sees them. They quickly trailed behind the girls. Jihyo was nervous. She knew out of all her members, Mina is the smartest and has a very sharp eye. Mina let go of Jihyo’s wrist before turning her head to the door watching the two men enter her fire exit staircase too. Suho braved himself.

SHO: Mina sshi, why did you pull Jihyo here?

Mina turned to Jihyo.

MN: Leader… spill!

SH: Spill what? What are we talking about here? Why do I feel like I am the only one here who is clueless about everything? (He asked Mina feeling confused on to see rolling her eyes away.)

JHO: Okay…. I am sorry.

MN: Sorry about? Be honest, are you both leaders dating?

SH: Dating? That is impossible! He wouldn’t even let s date. (He turned to his hyung.) Right hyung?

 Suho was a little lost for words. Suho just stared at the floor.

SH: Oh My ing God!

MN: Sehun sshi, no cursing! (She scolded him.)

Sehun pouts.

SH: I told you to call me oppa… (He whines softly looking dejected.)

MN: Mianhe oppa…. (She apologized softly when she realized her words hurt him.)

SHO: We love each other. (He confesses to the two as he held onto Jihyo’s hand.)

SH: Heol!

MN: How long?

JHO: Technically, we didn’t make it official. It’s too big a burden.

SHO: We just know that we want each other. (He clarifies.)

He then wrapped his arms around Jihyo and kissed her forehead. Tears escaped Mina’s eyes. Sehun thumb reaches out and wipe her tears away.

SH: They are dating but why are you crying?

Mina turned and stares at him.

SH: What did I do?

MN: How did you guys even date? Our schedules are back to back.

SHO: We only met each other alone twice. No pun intended.

MN: Is that enough? Don’t you miss him Jihyo ah?

JHO: It is never enough. I miss him every single day. But we knew it would be like this. But I think both of us wanted this.

MN: Are you guys afraid?

SHO/JHO: Every single day.

SHO: After all we are both leaders. It’s hard. But I am more afraid if I don’t have her in my life. She is my pillar.

SH: I couldn’t believe something romantic like that can come out from your mouth hyung. (Sehun blurted out and ended up with Mina elbowing him in the stomach.)

Sehun yelped in pain. Mina automatically reached out to him. She places his hand on his tummy and rubs it softly.

MN: Mianhe oppa…

Sehun pouts cutely at her. Mina couldn’t help but smile at his silliness.

SH: So what now?

SHO: I don’t know… I am glad I have her with me…. (Suho proudly claims as he tightened his hand around her.) It’s you who are alone.

SH: Are you giving me the green light?

SHO: I never said anything about green light.

SH: Hyung! (He whines.)

The couple just laughed as they held each other closer. Mina could only smile as she looks at the handsome Sehun right in front of her dearly.

Seems like the leaders are leading by example…. In the relationship department….