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Dance To the Melody

Eunhee’s POV

 

Here I was once again being punished to scrape off spit out gums on the front yard of our dormitory at 6.30 am in the morning, literally freezing to death. The reason of why I got punished was because I got caught cooking instant ramen at midnight last night by the head dorm. To be honest, I think she personally doesn’t like me. I’ve been doing these kind of punishments for every little wrong doings for the last 2 ½ years. But hey, I’m already used to it.

I’ve been trying to scrape off this stubborn little piece of gum for the last 30 minutes that I didn’t noticed the day has grown warmer and students of WAA are stepping out of the dorm one by one and are heading out to class. I’m thankful that most of them ignore me now: I guess teasing someone for the last 2 ½ years is pretty tiring. But there’s still one person that wouldn’t stop and I really hope that I won’t get discovered by him today.

“Yo! Gum scraping girl!”

Speak of the devil. He just had to show up at the right moment doesn’t he?

I crouched down a little more, focusing on scraping the gum off the pavement pretending not to hear anything. But then shadows loomed over me, blocking the sunlight.

“Yah! I was calling you!”

I let out a deep sigh and stood up, looking up at the person who had just called me. Why does he have to be so damn tall?

Giving out the sweetest smile I said to him, “Sungyeol-ah, can you please stop teasing me? Just let me do the punishment in peace this time ok?”

He laughed, “Never, I just have way too much fun teasing you.”

I guess being sweet this time doesn’t work on him either.

I gave up; he’s just way too stubborn.

I was about to turn around and left him there when he grab hold of my wooly hat causing my hair to fall and got blown by the chilly breeze.

I really don’t like the cold.

“Yah! Give that back to me will you!”

Sungyeol was grinning from ear to ear holding it way up high.

I hate being short.

I was jumping up and down trying to get my wooly hat back, totally embarrassing myself.

“Please give it back…”

After a while of useless jumping I stopped. Holding my knees, I tried to catch my breath.

I then gave a pleading look to Sungyeol’s poker faced friend. How can he just watch from the side lines, expressionless?

I saw him gave a shrug, turned around and walked away.

 

Myungsoo’s POV

 

That choding Sungyeol, can’t stop teasing that girl can he.

I turned around and started to head for class.

“Lee Sungyeol, let’s go! Don’t want to be late for homeroom now, do we?”

I looked back and saw Eunhee catching her wooly hat as Sungyeol finally throws it up high.

He then ran towards me, trying to catch up.

When he finally fell into step beside me, I smirked.

“Why don’t you just ask her out already?”

He shrugged. “I’d love to, but no thanks. You know that she’s not my type… I just like teasing her.”

“Whatever you say Yeollie-ah, whatever you say…”

Right at that moment Jiyoon walked passed us which caught the attention of Sungyeol in an instant.

“Now that’s my type… Jiyoon-ah! Good morning!”

She giggled, I rolled my eyes.

Really, this guy will surely get beaten up by Sungkyu one day.

“Yah! Stop flirting around will you? Today’s the day they’ll hand out our results from our midyear exams. Aren’t you supposed to be nervous?”

He shook his head. “Not really, are you?”

I shrugged.

“Don’t really care…”

To be honest, I am nervous and a little curious.

I just don’t like to show it.

 

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The first chapter is always hard to write & somewhat boring...

Ignore the grammar mistakes, English's not my first language :-P

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Choi_Kk
#1
Would please update this story? TT
I reall y love this OMG
I love how sweet Myungsoo and Sungyeol are.
This is a nice story I've ever read >_<
RisikaBlack #2
I really like it. I can't wait to read the following chapters ^^
Rini6189
#3
There are certain factors that can explain why 4Minute don't seem to be in high spirits to pull off a strong, captivating performance. Myungsoo is sharp to be able to notice this. Since they seem to be just doing it for show, there's no passion in their performance. It's like they've lost their touch when they don't know what dancing truly is anymore to them--like its value becomes lost to them over time. This happens to one's interest that doesn't become a passion. Passion is what keeps one grounded and focused on his/her lifelong dream/goal. Another possible factor could be anxiety about going up against The Syndicate in the showdown if they're worried about whether the band's performance would overpower theirs.

Great job with the details. Though, 4Minute's part seems to be lacking. I understand that it's hard for you to describe their dance routine since this isn't your area of interest. Anybody can get an idea of how their performance looks like from watching video clips of 2NE1 performing "I Am The Best."
Rini6189
#4
xD Sungjong and his divaness... Myungsoo is glad to have his friend back. It had been awkward and tense between the two of them when Sungyeol kept avoiding him after seeing the two sleeping next to each other. That didn't make it easy for him to be worried about his best friend. From watching her perform, Myungsoo understands Eunhee's love of music by the passion that she puts into her performance. It's like a reflection of himself in the way that he feels about dancing. Being a dance expert himself, it's easy for him to pick out any flaws in 4Minute's choreography. He could make a great dance teacher. With his help, Eunhee can improve on her dancing in time for the dance off between Jihyun and her. When there's a chance, he could make it up to her and apologize for his behavior towards her that one evening. "Sleepless Dream" is a nice song. For the audience to be moved by it, it must be a song that reaches out to them in spirit in which they can relate to it. The reaction from Eunhee, E-Young, and Injoon at the end can either be good or bad. Judging from the response they received from the audience as they were performing, it's likely that they've come out as the winner of this showdown. There's no doubt that Myungsoo and Sungyeol are among those who've voted for The Syndicate to show their support.

4Minute did come off as flashy in their performance since they're aiming to impress the audience with their dance moves. Being flashy isn't enough for a performance to move the audience. What's lacking in their performance is connection with the people watching them. This is what The Syndicate's performance has. It's what makes them the winner in this case.
KiD_HaeJoon #5
Next~they surely win...
Rini6189
#6
Hearing his confession seemed to have pulled somewhat on her heart strings. After an awkward pause, it looked like she shrugged it off and remarked jokingly to ease the tension in the air. Since she didn't know how else to respond, she figured that making light of the situation is the best way to go.

It's good that Sungyeol is speaking to Myungsoo again. Even though he was being harsh towards her, Myungsoo does care about her and mean well. Since he loves her, he's already forgiven her in his heart. The concern that's evident in his tone of voice proves it. Sungyeol's got a point, though. Myungsoo did come off as insensitive by not being understanding of her and her position. It seems that Sungyeol has matured despite his childish demeanor in order for him to say this to him. He is slowly turning into a man. Love can change a person.

So, Eunhee is not so oblivious after all. She is aware of her own feelings as well as others' around her. For her to not have the heart to reject him, she must be worried about hurting Sungyeol's feelings and causing a rift between them. He did a nice thing for her by being there for her when she needs to be comforted and some cheering up, so it won't feel right to her to kill the mood by turning him down. She is considerate to be concerned about his feelings. However, she's giving him false hope by not letting him know that she doesn't feel the same way. It's not awkward to tell him that she likes him as a friend or a brother. That's better than pushing him away or not showing any sign that she cares for him in some way. At least Sungyeol has the chance to prove himself to Eunhee in expressing his love for her. "Nothing ventured, nothing gained." Then he'd know when to give up with no regrets once he discovered that she doesn't return his feelings. It would be easier for him to let her go then so that she could be happy with the one she truly loves.

Do your best to describe the showdown in detail.
Rini6189
#7
I've decided to point out some mistakes I've spotted to help you improve on your English writing skills. It would be too much if I point out every single one. This is just to give you an idea of what to work on.

Some Ch. 17 mistakes:

I like you Eunhee
* Comma after "you"

why thank you there Sungyeol.
* Comma after "there"

I like you too my friend
* Comma after "too"

* Note: In some sentences, a pair of commas is needed to separate the title (like "my friend") or the name of the person from the entire phrase to make the whole thing flow smoothly when it serves as an interruption.
Example: This, my friend, is a Kitara.

I stopped on my tracks and placed my hand over my chest.
* The preposition should be "in" instead of "on."

You made her cry for God sake!
Correction: God's sake

She hasn’t made up her mind yet so I still have a chance
* Comma after "yet"

But if you ever make her cry again, I will certainly not let you go Myungsoo
* Comma after "go"

I turned my back on him as I pulled up the covers, leaving him there flabbergasted.
Correction: leaving him flabbergasted there

The showdown and showcase is nearing, plus I still need to improve my dancing skills.
Correction: The showdown and the showcase are nearing; plus, I still need to improve my dancing skills.

I gradually closed my eyes and with a tired heart, I finally fell asleep.
Correction #1: I gradually closed my eyes, and with a tired heart, I finally fell asleep.
Correction #2: I gradually closed my eyes. With a tired heart, I finally fell asleep.
lotsohugs4me
#8
keke I even thought Eunhee didn't know and aww so now sungyeol and myungsoo friendship is like this thats sad
what will happen next?
so curious keke
KiD_HaeJoon #9
Good,trying not to reject him..just say u like as friend^_^ no more awkward...will the next chapter have romantic part with myungsoo♥
Rini6189
#10
The Kitara looks like one hi-tech, cool instrument. I saw a little of how it works by checking out LED Apple, which you'd mentioned to me in one of your previous messages.

We can see how Eunhee came to love and appreciate music. It's because she was influenced by her father at a very young age. He taught her everything he knows about music. Through music, the two share a special bond. That's why she feels so strongly about music. It reminds her of her deceased father. In memory of him, she pours her heart and soul into the music she creates and plays.