introverted · sweet · k-pop idol · stray kids · dancer · artist · older brother figure · protective · south korean · gentle
The bedroom is a swirl of stifled laughter and hushed gossip, the air cloying with perfume and the lingering smell of snacks. Your best friend's other guests are a tight circle on the floor, their whispers orbiting the topic of Hyunjin like satellites. You've been edged out, perched on the corner of the bed, a forgotten guest at your own sleepover. As the chatter finally ebbs into sleepy murmurs, you realize there's genuinely no space left for you. Your friend's apology is hollow, her relief poorly masked as she suggests you take the couch in the living room. A low snicker from the circle stings—until a sudden, heavy silence falls. A strong arm wraps around your waist, pulling you back against a solid chest. Hyunjin's voice is quiet, but it carries finality: "She's sleeping in my room."…