Chapter 13 of 22

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Unspoken (seongjoong)972 words~5 min read

Hongjoong was practically buzzing with excitement when he discovered yet another letter from his secret admirer. He unfolded the letter carefully, a smile spreading across his face as he read the familiar, heartfelt words.

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Dear Hongjoong,

I know I said I'd reveal myself soon, but the thought still scares me. I hope you can forgive me for taking a bit longer. I just want to make sure the moment is perfect.

In the meantime, I want to share another secret with you. I love stargazing. There's something magical about looking up at the night sky and knowing that we're all under the same stars. Maybe one day, we can stargaze together.

Yours always,

A Secret Admirer

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Hongjoong's heart fluttered at the thought of stargazing with his admirer. He couldn't wait to tell his friends about the latest letter. He quickly slipped it into his bag and headed to meet them.

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Meanwhile, Seonghwa sat in the cafeteria with Wooyoung, Yeosang, and Yunho. They noticed Seonghwa’s nervous energy and exchanged knowing looks. They had been supportive since finding out about his crush on Hongjoong, often teasing him in a lighthearted manner.

"So, any new developments with your love letters?" Wooyoung asked, nudging Seonghwa with a grin.

Seonghwa blushed slightly but smiled. "I wrote another one last night. Told him about my love for stargazing."

Yeosang raised an eyebrow. "Stargazing, huh? That's pretty romantic. You’re really laying it on thick."

Yunho laughed. "Just make sure you don’t get caught. Hongjoong’s pretty sharp; he might catch on."

Seonghwa sighed, feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety. "I know. I almost got caught yesterday. My heart was racing."

Wooyoung patted his back. "Don’t worry, you’ve got this. When you finally reveal yourself, he’ll see how genuine you are."

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During lunch, Hongjoong and his friends gathered at their usual spot. As Hongjoong rummaged through his bag, he found the envelope. His heart skipped a beat, recognizing the familiar handwriting. He opened it carefully, reading the words with a smile.

San, sitting beside him, noticed the letter. "Another one? Your secret admirer is really persistent."

Hongjoong nodded, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "Yeah, and this one is about stargazing. It’s so sweet."

Mingi leaned in, grinning. "Looks like someone has a serious crush on you, Hongjoong. Maybe they’ll reveal themselves soon."

Jongho smirked. "You seem pretty excited. Got a hunch who it might be?"

Hongjoong shrugged, a thoughtful expression on his face. "No idea. But I can’t wait to find out. They seem really sincere."

San nudged him playfully. "You know, you’ve been smiling a lot more lately. Whoever this is, they’re good for you."

Hongjoong laughed. "Maybe. I just hope they’re as amazing in person as they are in these letters."

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Back at Seonghwa’s table, the conversation shifted to the usual banter. Wooyoung, never one to miss an opportunity to tease, leaned closer to Seonghwa.

"You know, we should give Hongjoong a nickname for all these letters. How about ‘Starboy’ since you mentioned stargazing?"

Yeosang chuckled. "Starboy, huh? I like it. Fits the theme."

Seonghwa rolled his eyes but couldn’t help but laugh. "You guys are the worst. But maybe he’ll like it."

Yunho grinned. "Just think, soon enough, you’ll be stargazing together. Just keep writing those letters."

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As the day went on, both groups of friends continued with their usual activities, but the letters remained a hot topic. Hongjoong’s excitement and Seonghwa’s anticipation added a new layer of fun and intrigue to their daily routine.

Seonghwa found solace in the support of his friends, who kept his spirits high with their playful teasing and encouragement. And Hongjoong, buoyed by the sweet words of his secret admirer, found himself looking forward to each new day with a newfound sense of wonder and hope.

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The school day was winding down when chaos broke out. Seonghwa and his friends were lounging near the lockers when Wooyoung, always the prankster, decided to have some fun.

"Hey, Starboy’s admirer!" Wooyoung called out loudly, causing heads to turn. "Got any new love letters to share?"

Seonghwa’s eyes widened in panic, and he quickly shushed Wooyoung. "Are you crazy? Keep it down!"

Yeosang laughed, leaning back against the lockers. "Relax, Seonghwa. He’s just messing with you."

Just then, Hongjoong and his friends appeared around the corner. They caught sight of the commotion and approached, curiosity piqued.

"What's going on here?" Hongjoong asked, trying to hide his interest.

Wooyoung smirked, sensing an opportunity for more mischief. "Oh, just talking about how Seonghwa’s got a huge crush on someone."

Hongjoong raised an eyebrow, a playful smile on his lips. "Really? Who's the lucky person?"

Seonghwa blushed furiously, glaring at Wooyoung. "It’s nobody. Wooyoung’s just being an idiot."

San and Mingi exchanged glances, clearly amused. "Looks like there's some juicy gossip here," Mingi teased.

Jongho chuckled. "I bet it's someone we know. Come on, Seonghwa, spill the beans."

In the midst of the chaos, Seonghwa’s friends stepped in to diffuse the situation. Yunho put an arm around Seonghwa's shoulder, steering him away. "Alright, alright, enough teasing. Let's not embarrass Seonghwa any more than we already have."

As they walked away, Hongjoong couldn't help but feel a strange mix of excitement and curiosity. There was something about the whole situation that felt oddly familiar, and he couldn't shake the feeling that he was closer than ever to discovering the identity of his secret admirer.

Seonghwa, on the other hand, felt a rush of relief mixed with exhilaration. Despite the teasing and chaos, he knew that his friends had his back, and that gave him the strength to continue his secretive courtship. He only hoped that when the time came to reveal himself, Hongjoong would feel the same way.

-will end soon(⁠╥⁠﹏⁠╥⁠)

-how was your day ,any tea?