"Hurry up guys or you'll start late and end late and get your rest late !" Super Junior's manager exclaimed. The members hurriedly got into 2 separate cars, and Kyuhyun sulked as he had to sit right at the back of the car, being the maknae. The dancers on the other hand were on a separate car. Donghae smiled to himself. He was in a particularly good mood, knowing that ____ was too, because it would be her first time stepping on stage, despite it being just a rehearsal. They were on their way to the Seoul Olympic Stadium, where the stage has been set up days ago in preparation for their concert. It was the first day of their rehearsal, before their full dress rehearsal the day after tomorrow and finally, their big day.

He fished out his mobile phone and texted ____, trying to cure his boredom. It was going to be quite a long ride and the members were now trying to get some sleep.

Donghae: ____-ah, how are you feeling ? Nervous ? Excited ? ^-^

____: Ne, oppa ! I can't wait to see the stage ! I've never been on one before !! :B

Donghae: Kekeke, well then. I'll give you a tour when we reach the place !

____: I'll take your word for it ! :D

Donghae: Now go get some rest, or you'll be tired later on (:

____: Araso oppa, you too !

The both of them then got some rest. They listened to one another as if their life depended on each other's words. There was no doubt they liked each other, just that ____ didn't know he had mutual feelings for her and Donghae was just finding the right time to tell her. The members had too seen through Donghae's feelings and often when they were back in the dorm. They would also often create embarrassing moments for the both of them during practice, whereby they'll earn a smack on the head from Donghae.

The reached the place after about half an hour, and despite the fact this was just a rehearsal, there were quite a number of fans gathering outside the stadium. The boys however, were a good sport and even greeted them. Some even stopped to sign autographs for them despite being rushed in by their managers.

YOUR POV

I scurried into the stadium. It looked so huge from the outside, it only made me curious to see how it was in the inside. i went in to see that the enormous stage had already been set up. i was well aware they needed a big stage for every concert they did but..man ! This was insane !! The seating capacity was also massive, which also made me start to feel nervous already. I couldn't help but get on my emotional side again. Though this wasn't going to be my stage and my concert, it kinda felt like it was my debut as a dancer. Mom, Dad, whether you care, whether you're aware, I did it. I did it. I didn't notice it but, my eyes were now starting to get teary.

My fellow trainees too, were struck with awe and started hugging one another in excitement. Just then, Donghae entered the stadium. He approached me, eyes full of concern and warmth and used his thumb to wipe away the tears that were starting to fall. 

"Pabo," he said and laughed a little before hugging me. 

We then got to the back stage where the producer once again briefed us on the underground stage paths so we wouldn't get lost trying to find our way during the rehearsals. The members did their vocal warm ups as well and it was not long before it was time to get ready to go up on stage.

Doogeun, doogeun. I heard my heart beat. It wasn't even a full dress rehearsal, but yet I felt nervous. I was simply clad in a floral spaghetti striped dress with my hair tied up into a loose ponytail, enjoying the performance put up by the members before I was called up to be on standby as it was my turn to go up next. 

"Aigoo, aren't you cold ? Why are dressed like that ?" Donghae approached me from nowhere. I didn't even see him coming. 

"Oh hi oppa ! It's okay I'm fine," I smiled.

"A girl shouldn't wear clothes like that," he shook his head in disapproval. "I'll go get my jacket, put in on throughout the rehearsal, understand ?"

"Ne." I couldn't help but obey his instructions. He sounded so authoritative. 

Soon, we were called up to the stage.

I wanna love you,

The rehearsal began. 

DONGHAE'S POV

I stood by the side, waiting for my cue to go on stage. Eunhyuk and ___ were dancing now. And though we practiced together often, I still couldn't help but feel jealous at the skinship both of them shared. 

Nevertheless, rehearsal ended smoothly and we managed to return to the office before midnight.

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It wasn't long before the actual day of the performance. The members were all ready, with their hair and make up done, waiting in the backstage. Some did their stretching while others started to warm up their voices. Though they felt nervous, they were excited. ____ on the other hand was in a separate room, getting her make up and hair done too. She would be featuring in Eunhae's solo stage first, before Sungmin's and then Heechul's. So for now she was clad in her red spaghetti stripe and extremely short black shorts. She has yet to have gotten used to her costume and it made her feel shy and uncomfortable when she had to approach any of the members wearing that. 

The concert started. The crowd got riled up. The energy from the boys and the crowd was simply amazing. By now, the crowd was on at their peak, screaming at the top of their voices. 

YOUR POV

I stood backstage together with Eunhyuk and Donghae as I waited for Siwon to end his stage so you guys could appear. The 3 of us did a quick 'hwaiting' before giving ourselves time to calm down. Donghae, being as protective as ever, took his jacket and covered my body with it. He was extremely handsome, his hair styled up and wearing his button down black shirt. I couldn't help but stare for a bit. 

Soon, it was time for me to step on the stage. The spotlights were on me, though it was hard to make out the audience due to the bright lights shining on me, I could more or less judge that the stadium was full, because of their cheers and the sapphire blue sea. Every contact I made, the crowd seemed to scream. Some screamed out of excitement, but I could hear some who seemed to be growling at me. Ah geez, 10 000 haters already. 

Donghae made his entrance and pulled me over to his side of the stage. He seemed to be professional, not showing any signs of nervousness and looked into my eyes. He was singing, his angelic voice echoing through the speakers but he constantly kept his eyes on me. It was as if he was using his eyes to talk to me, constantly reassuring me that I was doing fine. I then made my way back stage and went via the under ground route before making an entrance centre stage. As expected, the crowd when crazy when they exposed more of their skin. But it was not long before they grew even louder, when I was caught between them and let my fingers run down their body. It made me blush, even after practicing so often. Donghae had completely stripped his shirt off, revealing his defined chest muscles that would make any girl swoon. 

At the end of the performance, we had a group huddle, satisfied with our first performance for the night. 

"You did great ____ !" Eunhyuk exclaimed, patting me on the back.

"Thank you oppa, you did awesome too !" I smiled.

"You were great, no mistakes !" Donghae said, sounding so proud of me.

"You too," I smiled and looked into his eyes. "You were...really handsome." 

I then quickly excused myself and made my way to the dressing room to get a change of clothes. I can't believe I said that, in front of Eunhyuk at least. Man, that was so embarrassing ! After a while, it was my last stage - Heechul's. The dancers and I got dressed in our super short skirts and blouse. Compared to the previous stages, this wasn't too serious as the boys became playful and excited wearing their girl outfits. Heechul especially, got wild and started to play around with the dancers. I was having fun too, but there was a sudden push from the back from a fellow dancer, who nearly lost her balance because of Heechul.

I didn't fall, but my ankle, it hurts ! I controlled my expression on stage and became less active, trying not to move as much. It hurt even more having to wear high heels. 

DONGHAE'S POV

I laughed as I saw how Heechul were teasing the girls on stage. He was such a ert ! B-but.. why does ____ look like she's in pain ? She's doesn't seem to be moving as much. It was obvious that her right ankle was hurt as she limped off stage. 

"Are you okay ?" I asked anxiously once we were off stage.

"I'm f-fine.." she managed to force out as she limped her way to the dressing room.

Her ankle was now swollen. "You sprained your ankle ! What do you mean you're fine ?" I then carried her in my arms without any hesitation and brought her to a nearby couch, where I asked the staff for ice to take care of her ankle. 

"Oppa, I'm really fine. You should get ready for your next performance.." she urged.

As the staff came to attend to her by rubbing her ankle with ointment, she winced. I couldn't help but feel heart pained as manager hyung came to pull me to the dressing room to get changed. I just really wanted to be with her when she needed someone to take care of her..

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Time flew past quickly and it wasn't long before the concert ended and the fans made their way out of the stadium. The members were by now relaxed, shouting and making a lot of noise in the dressing room. However, Donghae didn't care much about celebration for now. All he wanted was to look for ____ and make sure she's alright. He searched the different rooms and finally found her sitting on one of the couch in a room together with the rest of the dancers. Her right ankle was bandaged. It seemed like Donghae had interrupted their 'girl talk', as they all turned to look at Donghae.

"Are you okay ?" he asked anxiously.

"I'm fine, oppa. I already told you," ____ said. She explained what had happened to Donghae but he insisted on bringing her to the doctor's.

"_____-ah, Donghae oppa is just being concerned, just listen to him !" a fellow dancer teased. The rest of the dancers seemed to get the hint and they all went "OOOOOOOOOOH~".

YOUR POV

What were they doing ! I felt my face get hotter and couldn't help but look down. 

"Donghae oppa, I'm really fine, you don't have to be so over protective." I said, avoiding his eyes.

"'Protective over you ONLY' you mean. He's only so worked up over youuuuu," another one teased. They then giggled and left the room on purpose, leaving the two of us in an awkward situation.

He seemed to be embarrassed too. But he cleared his throat for a bit and said, "I just wanted to make sure you're okay...". He fidget.

I blushed. As much as I want to believe he genuinely cares for me and likes me, I couldn't. I mean, he's Asia's prince charming. Why would he fall for you ?

It was then when he placed his hands on mine. Which made me surprised, looking up at him. 

"_____, ..I.. I want to protect you and take care of you b-because... I really like you, right from the start." he confessed. 

Someone. Pinch me.