A Break Amid Chaos
Time Skip: Two Weeks Later
The relentless tour schedule had become the new normal for Y/N. Each night, she and her group delivered electrifying performances to sold-out crowds, their hard work paying off in every cheer and standing ovation. Yet, even amid the excitement, Y/N felt like she was carrying an invisible weight. Between leading her group and navigating her relationship with Kenan, she barely had time to breathe.
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Morning Energy
The apartment buzzed with its usual energy. Duru was in the kitchen, experimenting with a smoothie recipe, while Rosé and Lisa were sitting on the couch, debating the merits of a new song concept.
Y/N walked in, her hair tied in a loose braid, and went straight for the coffee. Kenan followed a moment later, setting a bag of fresh fruit on the counter.
Kenan: "Good morning, leader."
Y/N: "Good morning. What's all this?"
Kenan: "Thought you could use a healthy boost. You've been running on fumes lately."
Rosé: "And there he goes again, proving he's boyfriend material."
BarıŠappeared, rubbing his eyes.
BarıÅ: "You're ruining it for the rest of us, Kenan."
Kenan: "Just setting the standard."
The room erupted into laughter as Arda joined in, pretending to take notes on his phone.
Arda: "Step one: buy fruit. Step two: call her leader. Got it."
Y/N rolled her eyes, but her smile betrayed her amusement.
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A Surprise Escape
Later that day, Kenan proposed a plan to take Y/N out for a breather.
Kenan: "We have a few hours free. Come with me."
Y/N: "Where?"
Kenan: "You'll see. Trust me."
Curious, Y/N agreed. They left the apartment quietly, taking Kenan's car to a quiet park just outside the city. The sprawling greenery and calm lake were a stark contrast to the chaos of their usual routines.
Kenan: "I figured you could use some time away from everything."
Y/N: "This is perfect. Thank you."
They found a spot under a large tree, sitting side by side as the breeze rustled the leaves. Kenan handed her a water bottle, his gaze soft.
Kenan: "You've been doing so much for everyone else. I wanted to do something for you."
Y/N: "You don't have to. Just being here is enough."
Kenan leaned closer, brushing a stray strand of hair from her face.
Kenan: "You really don't know how much you mean to me, do you?"
Y/N's breath hitched as their eyes met, and before she could overthink, Kenan leaned in and kissed her. It was soft, unhurried, and for the first time in weeks, Y/N felt like the world had stopped spinning.
When they pulled apart, Kenan smiled.
Kenan: "That was long overdue."
Y/N: softly "Yeah, it was."
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A Call That Disrupts the Calm
Their quiet moment was interrupted by the sound of Y/N's phone buzzing. She checked the screen-it was Marco, their head of security. Her stomach twisted as she answered.
Marco: "Y/N, we've got a situation. Someone tried to access the apartment building again last night. We've increased security, but I thought you should know."
Y/N: "Did they get in?"
Marco: "No, but it's clear they were looking for something-or someone."
Y/N: "Keep me updated."
When she hung up, her expression had shifted, the calm from earlier replaced by unease.
Kenan: "What's wrong?"
Y/N: "It's nothing. Just work stuff."
Kenan: "Y/N, don't do that. Talk to me."
She hesitated before sighing.
Y/N: "Someone tried to get into the building again. Marco's handling it, but it's... unsettling."
Kenan frowned, his protective instincts kicking in.
Kenan: "You're not staying there alone. I won't let anything happen to you."
Y/N: "Kenan, you don't have to-"
Kenan: "I'm not arguing about this."
She nodded, the warmth of his concern easing some of her anxiety.
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The Evening Wind-Down
They returned to the apartment just in time for dinner. The group had ordered takeout and was gathered around the living room, joking and laughing as if the world outside didn't exist.
Rosé: "You two disappeared for hours. What were you up to?"
Y/N: "Kenan kidnapped me and took me to a park."
BarıÅ: "Sounds like a terrible crime. Did he at least feed you?"
Kenan smirked, throwing a cushion at BarıÅ.
Kenan: "I should've left you behind this morning."
Duru: "Don't fight. We need peace in this house!"
The lighthearted banter continued late into the night, the group's bond a comforting reminder that they weren't alone in their challenges.
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Ending Note
Despite the lurking threats and the weight of her responsibilities, Y/N found herself smiling more easily as she leaned into the people who cared about her. The kiss she shared with Kenan lingered in her mind, a small moment of clarity in the chaos of her life. Whatever lay ahead, she felt a little more prepared to face it.
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