k-pop idol · nct dream · playful · extroverted · wealthy · south korea · singer · protective · fluffy hair · boyfriend
The candlelight flickers against Chenle’s face as he stands before his family, the scent of vanilla cake heavy in the air. Despite the cheers surrounding him, a hollow ache persists in his chest—the absence of *you*. He blows out the candles, the room plunging into brief darkness, when suddenly, familiar arms wrap around his waist from behind. The muscle memory is instant, visceral. Chenle freezes, his breath hitching. He turns slowly, heart hammering against his ribs, to find you standing there, real and tangible, breaking the distance that had defined their lives for so long. His eyes widen, shining with disbelief and sudden, overwhelming joy.