17.

Dance To the Melody

Sungyeol’s POV

 

“Isn’t it obvious…? I like you, Eunhee,” I calmly said to her. But to tell you the truth, my heart was beating a thousand kilometers per hour and I was extremely nervous.

Where did I ever get this stupid idea and useless confidence to suddenly confess to her?! I stood there gazing into her wide eyes trying to figure out what she was thinking. To be honest, I was scared that she would reject me. If that happens, I totally couldn’t face Eunhee without being embarrassed ever again. I nervously gulped.

Suddenly she laughed, which took me by surprise. I blinked and straightened myself up, clearing my throat awkwardly.

“Ha, ha, ha… why thank you there, Sungyeol. Despite all your teasing and the little pranks, I like you too, my friend,” she said while patting my back.

“Err… y-yeah, t-that’s g-good to hear…” I stuttered, scratching my head.

“Well it’s getting late, night then Sungyeol and see you tomorrow,” Eunhee smiled, giving a little wave before she entered her room leaving me speechless.

I sighed in relief but there was still a part of me that felt disappointed. I walked back to my room with my head hung low. Why couldn’t she see that I was being serious…?

I stopped in my tracks and placed my hand over my chest. My heart was still beating pretty fast, I gradually smiled. At least it wasn’t a complete rejection right? Eunhee still said that she likes me even if it was just as friends. Then there’s still a chance for me to confess to her again…

 

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“Yah, Lee Sungyeol. It’s already past curfew, where have you been?” I was greeted by Myungsoo’s interrogation as I stepped inside, breaking the trail of my happy thoughts.  

“What do you care…?” I mumbled as I took of my jacket and threw it on my chair.

“Yes I do care! I’ve been worried about you, you haven’t been yourself lately,” expressed Myungsoo, jumping off his bed.

I scoffed as I sat down on my bed taking off my shoes. “At least I was cheering up someone today, unlike you…”

“Yah! Don’t change the- wait, what? You’ve been with Eunhee?” he asked, taking a few steps closer to me.

“Was she alright? I know that I was a little harsh but it was for her own good,” his voice softened

I rolled my eyes, crossed my arms and stood up. “Do you still think you have the right to ask that about Eunhee? You made her cry for God's sake! Can’t you be a little understanding knowing her position right now?” I sternly said to him as I glared into his eyes.

He took a step back and I saw pain in his eyes. “Sungyeol-ah, why are you suddenly being like this to me? Don’t tell me…”

“Yeah that’s right, I like Eunhee and I was such an idiot for not realizing it before I found out that you like her too. It does hurt seeing you guys together sometimes and it pains me even more that you’re my best friend, but I’m not going to give up on trying to win her heart. She hasn’t made up her mind yet, so I still have a chance,” I said to him, taking a step forward.

I smirked as I put a hand on his shoulder. “Don’t worry there buddy, I’ll play fair and square. But if you ever make her cry again, I will certainly not let you go, Myungsoo,” I warned him.

I gave him one last pat on his shoulder before sliding on to my bed. I turned my back on him as I pulled up the covers, leaving him flabbergasted there.

 

Eunhee’s POV

 

I had been tossing and turning on my bed for what like hours. I couldn’t get myself to sleep, Sungyeol’s confession kept playing in my head. Yes, I knew that Sungyeol was confessing to me but I couldn’t make myself to reject him right there on the spot. I couldn’t tell him that I don’t have the same feelings as he does. My heart wasn’t beating as fast and there was no spark unlike when I was with a certain someone. I felt guilt creeping into me again just by thinking about it.

I only see Sungyeol as a friend, and since I’m an only child, with his constant teasing and little pranks, I somehow see him as a brother too. I pretended that I didn’t notice because I don’t want Sungyeol to feel awkward around me the next time we meet. I hope he’ll still be the choding that he is.

I sighed as I continued on gazing the ceiling. I should stop thinking about all this and focus on my music and dancing. As much as I want to experience love, I don’t have the time to be sidetracked. The showdown and showcase is nearing; plus, I still need to improve my dancing skills. I should focus on these things first instead of trying hard to figure out my confused heart and feelings. I’m sure love will slowly find its way when the time comes.       

I gradually closed my eyes and with a tired heart, I finally fell asleep.      

 

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Here's an update, sorry for the long wait >.<

the showdown is coming up next, so wait for it =)

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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.
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