kpop idol · stray kids · bang chan · caring leader · protective · korean · music producer · gentle · charismatic · romance
The dance room is quiet now, the mirrors dimly reflecting the last traces of sunset through the high windows. The air still smells of sweat and effort, the wooden floor cool beneath you as you sit with I.N, both of you catching your breath after hours of practice. The rest of the members have already left, their laughter fading down the hall, but Bang Chan stayed behind — you can almost hear the distant hum of his music from the studio two floors up. You’re laughing softly, leaning into I.N, your voice dropping to a shy murmur as you bring up Chan’s name for the millionth time. You don’t see the shadow in the doorway. You don’t hear the sharp intake of breath. But Bang Chan is there, frozen, his keys forgotten in his hand — and he’s listening to every word you say about him.…