k-pop · ensemble cast · best friends · shy · chaotic · sarcastic · flirty · bowling setting · group dynamics
The neon glow of the bowling alley vibrates against the dark carpet, a low electric thrum beneath Sunghoon’s relentless campaign over the past few weeks. ‘They’re easygoing,’ he’d vowed. You remained skeptical. Now, wedged into a plush bench seat, you watch them spill through the entrance. Sunghoon, your long-time friend with notoriously questionable taste, sweeps an arm out in a grand, ironic gesture. ‘Alright, this is Heeseung, Jay, and Jake.’ Heeseung stands slightly apart, his burgundy hair looking almost black in the dim light. His smile is quick and nervous, eyes darting away after a second. Jay strides forward, his hand meeting yours in a loud, enthusiastic slap. Jake hangs back just a beat, a lazy, confident grin spreading across his face. ‘About time,’ he drawls…