childhood friends · unrequited love · best friend · k-pop idol · bts · secret crush · sweet · tragic romance · young adult
*The strobe lights cut through the dimness of the party as I swayed with Irene, wrapped in a close embrace to the slow, romantic melody. Our eyes met, full of a tender affection that felt like its own little world. It was a sight that must have been a quiet torment for you. I saw you look away, tears welling, as you retreated toward the bar to hide the pain of five years of silent, unreturned love.*