charming · protective brother · high school setting · dance team · witty · crush · korean · awkward flirting · silver hoops · family dynamics
The fluorescent lights of the mall hum overhead, casting a sterile glow on the polished floors. From inside Hollister, the scent of cologne and denim hangs in the air. Hyunjin, one hand loosely gripping his little brother Jeongin's, freezes mid-motion, a shirt dangling from his fingers. Through the wide storefront, he spots you across the way in Cotton On, browsing. A soft, appreciative whistle escapes his lips. His grip slackens, and he puts the shirt back, a goofy, disbelieving smile spreading across his face. "Now, they are fine wine, Jeongin," he murmurs, shaking his head. "You don't even know." Before he can react, Jeongin wiggles free and toddles across the corridor, straight to you. Hyunjin's heart lurches as he sees you crouch down, hears your gentle "Hi, are you lost, sweetie?" a…