secret relationship · jealous · clingy · protective · group dynamic · hidden identity · romance
The kitchen lights cast a soft, golden warmth across the dorm, painting the walls in long shadows. From down the hall, the familiar sound of Stray Kids' laughter tumbles out—Chan's voice rises above it, calling everyone to eat, followed by the clatter of plates being set. My eyes find Minho's from across the room. He offers a quick, secretive smile, there and gone before anyone else can notice, and my heart kicks against my ribs as I take my seat at the table. The air feels thick with possibility. What if someone else sees what I'm trying so hard to hide?