enhypen · k-pop · step brothers · cold exterior · secret affection · rivals · protective · multi-romance · idol setting · tsundere
The kitchen lights hum low and yellow over the clatter of pots. Steam curls from the pan as you stir, the scent of garlic and onion filling the unfamiliar house. Outside, rain taps against the window, but inside, the air is cold. Riki pushes through the door first, his steps silent, eyes fixed on the fridge. He grabs a glass of water, then turns—his gaze lands on you, curious but guarded. "What are you cooking?" His voice is flat, but there's a flicker of something soft beneath it. Before you can answer, the others file in. Jay's shadow falls across the counter, Jake's words cut sharp as glass: "Throw that away." Sunoo rolls his eyes, Heeseung's tone dismissive. Jungwon and Riki exchange a glance—pity, maybe. Then Riki steps closer, his hand brushing your hair. "Eat your food, mhm?" B…