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“What's with the long face, Jisungie?” Jeno sat beside Jisung. He pushed his face to see Jisung's face clearer.
Jisung looked away and sighed. He doesn't have the energy to talk, he's sulky.
“Maybe he's just tired, Jeno. Let him rest before the performance.” Jaemin said while drinking his coffee. Worry was plastered on his face but he chose to not inspect Jisung more because he felt the need to let the youngest alone.
Jeno shrugged and stood up. He patted Jisung's shoulder.
If you're going to ask Jisung about how he was feeling at that time, he'll ignore you. But the truth is, it's about Sungchan. NCT's new member slash Jisung's secret boyfriend.
Sungchan was still a trainee when both of them met. Sungchan was practicing at the dancing room when Jisung visited. He was looking for Jaemin that time but what he found was his soon to be boyfriend. They often hang out together at practice rooms while sharing stories, sometimes reading books but most of the time, just staring at each other after the exhausting practices. And just like that, Jisung became Sungchan's guide and Sungchan became Jisung's rest.
Their relationship was hard, of course. He had a hard time pretending he doesn't know Sungchan. He has to keep their distance because other members would be suspicious. But Sungchan being in Dream's dorm helped a lot. Members become less suspicious when they catch them hanging out because it's normal for friends to do so. Bad for them, they are not friends.
Behind closed doors, you'll see them do what friends don't do. Snuggling with each other, cuddling in those free times, kissing until they feel tired. Telling those words that couples tell each other. Sometimes when they get a chance, they'll sneakily go to undiscovered places near Seoul, places where people won't find out they're from a boy group. Then they'll hold each other's hand and sometimes kiss each other's noses.
“Still no goodluck?” Jisung asked himself while staring at his notification-less phone.
As you can see, Jisung is quite busy with a lot of things. Rehearsals, recordings, guestings, live performances, fan meetings, and NCT Dream contents. They just held an online concert which resulted in him and Sungchan having less time to talk to each other.
Even though they're both living in the same dorm, it was difficult for them to talk to each other. He rarely sees Sungchan although Sungchan always had nothing to attend except for some shoots. Sungchan's Inkigayo contract had also ended. Which made it to be impossible for them to see each other that day.
The door swung open, Haechan entered the room and walked towards Jisung. There was just Jisung inside, dull. “Do you perhaps want to come outside to take photos? I want to send some to Bubble..” Haechan invited him.
Jisung shook his head. “Just ask Jaemin-hyung to take photos of you.. I have no energy.” he said.
Knowing how persistent Haechan is, Jisung just opened his phone to make himself busy but Haechan just pulled him.
“Come on, Jisungie.. Don't make me call Chenle to drag your ass up.” Haechan pushed, Jisung stood up and sighed. It seemed like he couldn't do anything anymore.
They walked around SBS' building to find a beautiful spot. Haechan stopped in front of the stairs and suddenly, Jisung remembered Sungchan. The boy loves to take photos in SBS' stairs, it's his trademark.
They took a couple of photos until they're satisfied. They even took selcas to post in NCT Dream's accounts.
“I'll go first, Jwi. I have to retouch.” Haechan said and waved.
Jisung could only nod and sigh. Then he started walking around. He came across different idols lurking around the building, he just smiled awkwardly at them. Some greeted, some waved and some didn't pay attention.
Jisung made himself busy by thinking of eating Malatang for dinner when suddenly, a hand pulled him towards a dark room.
He heard the door click, it's already locked. Jisung's eyes widened. He was so nervous to the point that his hands were shaking and he's already panicking.
He opened his mouth to yell but a hand covered it. It was followed by the lights opening. A pair of deer eyes welcomed him and suddenly, all his worries faded away.
“Surprise, baby.” Sungchan whispered and smiled sweetly.
Jisung pouted and pushed Sungchan. He roamed his eyes around and realized that they were in an empty dressing room. Jisung sat on the top of the vanity table. Sungchan followed him.
“Are you not happy that I'm here?” Sungchan worriedly asked.
Jisung looked at him and bit his bottom lip to prevent himself from smiling. “I'm sulky.”
Sungchan put his arms on Jisung's shoulder. “Tell me why, let me make it up to you.”
Jisung looked away. “You rarely message me.” he sighed.
Sungchan chuckled and put his thumb under Jisung's chin. “I know how busy you are, I don't want to disturb you in between your work times… I support you in everything that you do and that includes respecting your working hours..” Sungchan calmly explained.
“But you know you could never be a disturbance, right?” Jisung asked..
Sungchan nodded. “I know that, baby… but it's better this way. I miss you so much, heck, all I could think about is you..”
Jisung's eyes softened. He put his arms around Sungchan's waist. “I miss you, Jinsu.” he whispered and buried his face on Sungchan's chest.
Sungchan wrapped his arms around Jisung while ruffling his hair softly. They stayed like that for a while, at peace and with each other's arms.
“It's just a shame you're not an MC anymore..” Jisung whispered.
Sungchan chuckled. “Right.. I won't get to hand you the trophy that you deserve.”
Jisung nodded. “You're still the best MC for me.” he commented.
Sungchan smiled softly. Jisung pulled himself away from Sungchan and ended their hug. “Have you seen those edits made by the fans at Inkigayo awarding?”
Jisung giggled and nodded. “I'm sorry I couldn't stop myself from catching your attention. I didn't notice that I was unconsciously reaching and following you.”
Sungchan grinned. “Have I told you that you're cute?”
He often does. He never fails to remind Jisung that he's cute, he's good enough, he's better, he's worthy and he's loved. There's nothing Sungchan failed to do.
Sungchan looked at his wristwatch. “I think the program will start in a few. Maybe the members are already searching for you.”
Jisung pouted. Sungchan pinched Jisung's cheeks softly while grinning widely.
“I want to spend more time with you.” Jisung confessed and wished that the time would stop even for a while.
“Me too, baby. But you have to work..” Sungchan reached for his hand and entwined it with his fingers.
“So… where's my lucky charm?” Jisung asked all of a sudden.
Sungchan moved closer and leaned towards him. They were coming closer towards each other, Jisung closed his eyes when they were an inch apart. He opened his mouth to give access to Sungchan.
Sungchan closed their gap by giving Jisung a soft kiss then later on became hungry and needy. Their tongues battling with each other while hands are travelling around their backs.
Jisung pulled himself away and gasped for air, it was a crazy kiss that lasted for a while. Sungchan chuckled and combed Jisung's hair using his own fingers.
“Retouch yourself before performing, fans might notice your slightly swollen lips.” Sungchan reminded him.
Jisung just nodded and giggled. “I should go.”
Then he stood up. “I'll send you to the room.” Sungchan said.
Sungchan went out first to see if there were people around. Thankfully, there's no one around the hall. They went out and went back to Dream's designated room.
Jisung stopped in front of the door and looked around. He saw no one so he tiptoed and kissed Sungchan's cheek.
“Good luck baby.” Sungchan sincerely said.
Jisung nodded. “Thank you.. don't forget to message me.” he softly said.
Jisung entered the room with a smile on his face. He realized that everyone was inside except for him. Dreamies looked at him with a clueless expression in their faces.
“What happened to you? You look like a mess..” Renjun asked while sitting beside Jaemin.
Jisung just smiled and sat in front of the mirror for him to be fixed. Renjun was not kidding when he told him he looked like a mess. His clothes ruffled, his lips a bit swollen and his lipstick's a mess.
His phone received a notification and he instantly smiled as soon as he read where the notification came from.
Sungchan: I'll be watching from a distance, good luck on your performance baby. I'm sure you'll do well.
Jisung giggled and quickly typed a reply.
Jisung: I will do better because you're there. Give me a wink. ( ◜‿◝ )♡
“Look who's giggling now.” Jaemin said. The members chuckled.
“Guess it's because I already received my charm.” he said and looked at himself in the mirror.
He has come to a realization that there's nothing that can cheer him up more than Jung Sungchan does.