Chapter 23: Chapter 21

Group Day Out

After weeks of busy schedules and constant rehearsals, Y/N and Rosé finally got a rare free day. It was Duru’s idea to get everyone together for a group hangout, insisting they all needed a break. By late morning, they gathered at a cozy café in the city, their laughter filling the space as they caught up.

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The Café Chaos

Duru: "Okay, first order of business—how has everyone been surviving without me?"

Barış: smirking "Surviving? More like thriving."

Duru: playfully tossing a sugar packet at him "Rude."

Y/N couldn’t help but laugh as Rosé nudged her under the table.

Rosé: whispering "Why are you so smiley today? Does it have anything to do with Kenan’s goal celebration?"

Y/N: blushing "Maybe."

Rosé: grinning "I knew it."

Kenan, sitting beside Y/N, leaned closer.

Kenan: "What are you two whispering about?"

Rosé: "Oh, nothing. Just how some people are too cute when they score goals."

Kenan: raising an eyebrow at Y/N "Is that so?"

Y/N: rolling her eyes "Rosé, stop."

Before Kenan could tease her further, Duru clapped her hands, getting everyone’s attention.

Duru: "Alright, enough about soccer. What are we doing after this?"

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Bowling Adventures

Barış suggested bowling, which quickly spiraled into a heated debate over who would win. By the time they arrived at the bowling alley, the competitive energy was at an all-time high.

Barış: pointing at everyone "Just so you know, I’m unbeatable."

Y/N: smirking "We’ll see about that."

Kenan: to Y/N "You’ve been practicing?"

Y/N: teasing "You’ll just have to wait and see."

Teams were formed: Y/N, Rosé, and Arda against Kenan, Duru, and Barış. The game started with Barış dramatically failing his first throw, prompting laughter from everyone.

Rosé: "And you said you were unbeatable?"

Barış: "That was a warm-up!"

Y/N’s first throw knocked down seven pins, and she turned to Kenan with a triumphant grin.

Kenan: clapping "Not bad. But watch this."

When Kenan scored a strike, he turned to Y/N, smirking.

Kenan: "You’re not the only one full of surprises."

Y/N: rolling her eyes "Alright, show-off."

The game continued with playful banter, dramatic failures, and unexpected wins. By the end, Rosé and Y/N’s team emerged victorious, much to Barış’s dismay.

Barış: dramatically collapsing into a chair "This is rigged."

Arda: laughing "You just don’t want to admit you’re bad at bowling."

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Karaoke Night

After bowling, they decided to end the night with karaoke at Rosé, Y/N, and Duru’s apartment. The living room was transformed into a stage, with a microphone and a playlist ready to go.

Duru: grabbing the mic "Alright, who’s first?"

Barış: "Me, obviously. Prepare to be amazed."

Barış’s exaggerated performance of a pop song had everyone in stitches, and by the time he passed the mic to Arda, the mood was lively and chaotic.

When Rosé’s turn came, she pulled Y/N onto the makeshift stage with her.

Rosé: "You’re not getting out of this. We’re doing a duet."

Y/N: groaning "Do I have a choice?"

Rosé: "Nope."

They sang a soulful ballad, their voices harmonizing beautifully. Everyone clapped and cheered when they finished, and Y/N couldn’t help but smile at how lighthearted the night felt.

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Kenan’s Turn to Tease

When Kenan took the mic, he smirked at Y/N.

Kenan: "This one’s for you."

Y/N: crossing her arms "Oh, no."

Kenan sang a playful love song, his eyes never leaving Y/N. By the end of it, her cheeks were burning, and the group was hollering and teasing her.

Duru: "That was smooth, Kenan. Very smooth."

Y/N: laughing despite herself "You’re ridiculous."

Kenan: grinning "But you liked it."

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A Quiet Moment

Later that night, after everyone else had fallen into easy conversations or relaxed on the couch, Y/N found herself sitting beside Kenan on the balcony. The city lights sparkled in the distance, and the cool night air felt refreshing.

Kenan: softly "You seemed happy today."

Y/N: "I am. It’s been a while since we all had a day like this."

Kenan: "You deserve more days like this."

She smiled, leaning her head against his shoulder.

Y/N: "Thanks for being here. For everything."

Kenan: wrapping an arm around her "Always."

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Ending Note

The day had been filled with chaos, laughter, and moments of quiet connection. For Y/N, it was a reminder that she didn’t have to carry everything alone—that she had people in her corner, cheering her on, no matter what.

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