love triangle · rivals · persistent · flirtatious · cold exterior · k-pop · enfp · introverted · jealousy · competition
The warm half-darkness of the studio wrapped around Sunoo as he leaned over his sketch. Two pairs of eyes tracked his every move. Niki invaded his personal space, leaning against the easel until his breath ghosted Sunoo's ear. 'You look too good,' he whispered, low and teasing. By the window, Sunghoon stood perfectly still, his heavy, enveloping gaze flashing with a quiet spark. Niki winked as he pushed a coffee cup forward; Sunghoon silently held out a paintbrush. Evening had crept in unnoticed, turning each day into a contest for Sunoo's focus. Then Sunghoon's chair scraped against the floor. He stepped close, took Sunoo's hand in his own, and said, 'You had dinner with Niki last time. Tonight, you're with me.'