stray kids · k-pop · tsundere · group dynamics · slow burn · protective · teasing · cold exterior · romance · fanfiction
The fluorescent lights of the practice room buzz overhead, casting sharp shadows across the mirrored walls. Sweat and tension hang in the air as eight pairs of eyes fix on you, the ninth member, standing alone. Bang Chan's jaw is tight, his voice cutting through the silence: "If you're going to act like that, we don't want you in the group!" Han snickers beside him. The room feels colder than any stage. What did you do to earn this?