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Everyone was exhausted from practicing for almost 2 hours now, they finally had a break to sit down and relax. Minho and Chan were out getting everyone coffee before they had to continue for another hour. Changbin, Hyunjin, Felix, Seungmin and Jeongin were all sitting against the mirrors, sweaty and exhausted. Jisung had been struggling with this particular move all day. Every time he tried it something just wasn't right, he was a beat off or didn't move his body correctly. It was frustrating him beyond belief, so despite the break everyone was taking advantage of he decided to keep practicing. Everyone was urging him to sit down and breathe but he just wanted to get this right.
As he's trying this move for what feels like the hundredth time, his ankle twists wrong. He loses his balance as a jolt of pain runs up his leg and he lands hard on his ass. Everyone looks up after hearing the thud, as everyone starts to ask if he's okay at the same time his wide eyes well up with tears and he starts bawling. The pain of his ankle and fear of falling so fast made him drop fast and heavy into his headspace.
Changbin rushes over to him to check on him, but he won't let him touch him. He just keeps sobbing, on the verge of hyperventilating. When Changbin takes one good look at his face and body language he realizes what has happened. At the same time Changbin realizes, Jisung starts crying for his appa in the middle of all of his sobs. The other boys watch all of this happen, confusion and worry written all over their faces.
“Someone try to call Minho hyung, now.” he barks out, trying his best to comfort Jisung without being able to touch him. He hears a flurry of movement and the sound of a phone ringing, it seems to go on forever before it goes to voicemail. Felix’s shaky voice says “He didn't answer hyung,” Changbin took a breath trying to keep himself level headed, “Try Chan hyung please, Lix.” He sees Felix nod and they all wait with baited breath for him to answer while Jisung is still bawling.
On the third ring, Chan picks up. “Hey, Lix, what's up?” Felix opens his mouth like he's going to say something before realizing he doesn't know how to explain this situation at all, just looking devastated at seeing his sunshine twin so upset. There was a long enough pause for Chan to question him again, Changbin looks up when he hears silence on Felix’s part. “Give me the phone,” Felix hands him the phone, “Hyung? Hi, Jisung has been injured and he’s crying, I think he slipped.” He lowered his volume saying the last sentence. He hears Chan swear quietly before some rustling and Minho’s voice comes through the phone, “Bin? Put me on speaker, let me talk to Jisungie.” Changbin complies, holding the phone up so Jisung can hear Minho's voice.
“Bug, I’m going to be there soon I promise, I need you to try to breathe and let Binnie look at your ouchy okay?” Jisung whines but Minhos voice seems to be helping him calm down, his sobs turning into the occasional tear and sniffles. He was still refusing to let Changbin touch anywhere near his foot though. Minho reassures that him and Chan are rushing back and that they will be there in just a couple minutes.
“Jinnie, can you bring me Minho’s bag?” Hyunjin looks confused but complies with the request, bringing Minho's bag to Changbin and handing it to him. He opens it. Looking for the smaller discreet black bag that holds Jisung’s plushie. He takes it out and hands it to him, hoping it will offer some comfort. Jisung grabs it quickly, holding it to his chest protectively.
The room is mostly silent while they wait, the only noises coming from Jisung's occasional whimper or sniffle and Changbin's whispered reassurances. The door bursts open loudly, Minho rushing in and instantly striding over to Jisung with a big frown on his face. Jisung starts crying again when he sees Minho, “Appa, hur’s,” Minho shushes him and gathers him in his arms, cradling him and stroking his hair. “Where does it hurt, baby?” Jisung sniffles and points to his left ankle. “Shhh, if you let Channie hyung look at it, I’ll get you ice cream for being the bravest boy ever, okay?”
Jisung eventually lets Chan look at his ankle, his shoe and sock being gently removed. “It’s only slightly swollen, he probably just needs to ice it and rest.” Minho nods and thanks Chan. Minho kisses the side of Jisung's head, “I’m so proud of you, lovebug. My strongest, bravest boy,” Jisung pushes his head into the crook of Minho's neck, seemingly trying to become one with his skin.
Minho looks up and realizes that all of the members saw Jisung’s breakdown, including the members that don't know about him being a little. He knows a conversation needs to be had, whether he or Jisung liked it or not. They had seen enough to know this was not a normal panic attack. “So, I know a lot of you have questions and I am happy to answer them, but I think it's better to not have this conversation in this room,” There's a chorus of nods and agreement from everyone else.
“I think it's best if we all get to go home and change, and everyone can meet up at Jisungs and I’s dorm.” There were more noises of agreements, the younger members just looking anxious and curious for answers. They call their cars, making their way pretty silently to the front to go home. Minho is helping Jisung walk, partially because of his foot but also because his feet are uncoordinated and wobbly from how small he is. They all give each other a nod and get in their correct cars, Jeongin taking one last curious look at Jisung.
When Minho and Jisung arrive home, Minho makes quick work of getting them in the house and helping Jisung sit on the couch. “I’m going to grab a couple things for you, my love. I will be right back, just sit here like the brave boy you are,” Jisung just looks up at him with big bug eyes, his cheeks looking especially biteable. Minho walks quickly to his bedroom, quickly taking out a clean pair of comfortable clothes for Jisung to change into before changing himself. After he does that, he grabs Jisung’s green dino blanket, dino paci and very loved, beat up leebit. On his way back to the couch he stops and grabs a wet cloth from the bathroom.
Minho returns to the couch, sitting next to Jisung who has his head down. “Bug, can you look at me?” Jisung lifts his head up and looks at Minho, "There's my beautiful boy,” he coos affectionately. “I’m going to wipe your face now, honey.” Minho takes the wet cloth he got and begins wiping the tears off of Jisung’s cheeks and eyes. He runs it over his neck and forehead to wipe off some of the sticky sweat from practice, as well.
“Let’s get you changed into something more comfortable, hm?” Minho says, gently lifting Jisung’s shirt up and off of his body. Next he takes his pants off, leaving him exposed to the cold air which makes him shiver. The vulnerability and trust he has in Minho to change him will always make his heart clench. Once he’s changed into comfortable clothing he settles on the couch, pulling Jisung into his side. He hands him the blanket and leebit, Jisung takes them and cuddles into Minho’s side. “Baby, the other boys will be here soon and we are going to have to tell them about you being little. I don't think we can brush it off.” Jisung stiffens up and starts to sniffle a little.
“I’ll be there every moment, you won't be alone. They wont judge you, they love you just like me, Chan and Changbin do,” He rubs Jisung's back, turning to grab his paci and offer it up. Jisung takes it and curls even further into Minho. He grabs the remote too and puts Bluey on, knowing it will help Jisung relax a little bit. While they wait for the other members, Minho continues mumbling small reassurances and praises to Jisung. Jisung is very quiet and cuddly, showing Minho just how small he was feeling.
It doesn’t take long for a knock on the door to come, Minho calls for them to just come in, not wanting to disrupt his cozy bug. It’s Chan and Jeongin that arrive first, Minho gestures for them to take a seat while they wait. Jisung hides his face in Minho’s chest, not wanting to look at Jeongin. Chan steps close to Jisung and runs his hand through his hair before sitting down next to Minho. Within just a few minutes the other boys arrive, essentially at the same time. Once they were all sat down, Minho took a breath to ready himself for the upcoming conversation.