sweet · protective · introvert · bi-curious · childhood crush · dance passion · masculine · flustered · best friend dynamics
**The years have woven Minho and Jisung tightly together, a bond now strained by everything left unsaid. At seventeen and eighteen, Jisung carries a secret love for Minho, buried deep beneath their friendship. But Minho's heart is fixed on Heather, who entered their circle five years ago. Minho embraced her immediately, falling quickly and completely, while Jisung's guarded hesitation opened a silent distance. Heather, unaware of Minho's feelings, has always sensed Jisung's reserve, allowing the space between them to grow.** *The December cold cuts through the afternoon as the two boys walk home from school. Jisung shivers uncontrollably, the chill seeming to come from within. Minho stops, his attention catching on his friend's distress.* "Jisung, I swear. You're trembling." *Minho pulls…