3 years ago

They could the hear the sound of deep based music thumping all the way from the car. San's eyes lights up with excitement when he catches sight of the boat house from the park's parking lot.

Hongjoong releases a long breath of air as he puts the car into park, his nerves still not quite subsiding yet. "I feel like I'm gonna throw up" He confesses.

San snaps his head in the shorter's direction. "Don't you dare chicken out now. C'mon, I'll lead and you can follow ok?" He says reassuringly then opens up the passenger's side and steps out. He goes to the driver's side and yanks the door open, waiting for the older male to step out.

Hongjoong sighs loudly then pulls himself out of the car. "And when I embarrass myself?"

"Stop saying that. You won't" San takes his hand and together they make their way towards the waters where the boat house was located. The path had a couple other teens, talking and laughing in small groups. Teens not just from their highschool but from other schools as well. Apparently Mingi is quite the popular kid.

There was a couple against the side of a tree engaged in a heavy make out session and another group of 3 friends smoking. Hongjoong gagged a little at the smell as they walked by the trio.

They finally arrived at the party and the music was so loud Hongjoong could barely even hear himself when he tried talking to San. "Where is he?" He questions and San only shrugs and pulls them to the snazzy looking bar.

"Two shots of sunset rum please" San orders as he leans forward on the bar. The bartender nods and goes to grab his order when Hongjoong speaks up.

"W-what? I'm not drinking" Hongjoong intervenes. San shoots his friend an amused look.

"Who said they were for you?" He turns back to the bartender. "Actually, make that 3 shots"

Hongjoong simply rolls his eyes and leans forward on the bar. He glances behind him at the crazy party that was taking place. People of every gender grinding and dancing on each other. It was hot and the air felt very humid. He felt as though he was in a sauna room.

And still no sign of the one person he came here for.

"Mingi where are you?" He mutters to himself as he tries to look around the crowded room.

"San I'm gonna walk around for a bit, see if I could find him" Hongjoong turns to his friend to inform him of his departure. San just nods as he downs another shot, his head already beginning to spin a little.

Hongjoong then hops off the bar stool and began maneuvering around tall, intoxicated, sweat covered bodies. He cringed whenever someone rubbed against him and cursed out loud when someone stepped on him. But still no sign of a specific tall male.

He was about ready to give up when he feels 2 large hands slide onto his hips, holding him from behind. He flinches and turns his head expecting it to be Mingi but he was instead greeted with an unfamiliar face. They looked to be a senior but perhaps at a different school because Hongjoong had never seen that face before.

He tries scurrying away from their hold but their grip only tightens. He presses his crotch against Hongjoong's behind then leans forward. "Hey you wanna get outta here?" The taller male mutters in Hongjoong's ear over the loud music.

Hongjoong caught the strong smell of alcohol in his breath and he shivers with disgust. "N-no thanks. I have to leave" He quickly responds while attempting to pry the older's fingers off.

"Go where? The party just started" He laughs.

"Hansol. Leave him alone, he's with me" A familiar voice calls out. Hongjoong releases a loud sigh of relief.

"Mingi" He calls out and scurries to Mingi's side the second Hansol's grip on his hips loosens.

"Ah there you go stealing my prizes again.." Hansol says with a playful tsk before walking off. Once he was gone Hongjoong turns to Mingi with a wide smile and a sparkle in his eyes.

"Hi!" He beams up at the taller.

Mingi smiles back softly. He pats the top of Hongjoong's hair playfully. Hongjoong felt his stomach flutter at the touch. "You shouldn't be wandering around in this crowd alone!" He yells over the music.

"I know, I was just looking for you! Happy birthday!"

Mingi's smile grows wider. "Thank you!" He responds then looks around for the closest exit. He spots one that led to the balcony. "You wanna go someplace quiet?!"

"Huh?!" Hongjoong didn't hear what he said. He scrunches up his nose with confusion.

"I said- nevermind" Mingi mutters then gently takes his wrist and begins dragging him to the exit.

They reach the quiet space and Hongjoong releases a loud sigh. He felt like he could finally hear his own thoughts again. "That's better" Mingi says with a small laugh.

"Ha, yeah" Hongjoong says nervously as it slowly dawned on him that they were alone. He wringes his hands anxiously. "So I wanted to tell you so-"

"Can you wait here for a second" Mingi cuts him off. He places a hand on the side of Hongjoong's face, eyes firmly on the shorter. Hongjoong felt his cheeks flush at Mingi's intense gaze him.

"Y-yeah okay.. I'll wait" He stutters out. Mingi smiles then leaves him on the balcony. With Mingi gone Hongjoong releases a loud breath.

"Get it together Hongjoong" He mutters to himself before looking out at the night sky.

Present time

Hongjoong slams his car door close with a loud huff then readjusts the bag strap on his shoulder. He was on his way to his summer job at a clothing store. He always hated every second of every shift but he knew he needed the money more than anything.

He speed walks into the staff room to put away his bag before his mouthy manager found him. He didn't feel like dealing with her that day.

Afterwards he scurries into the actual store and began his day of folding the clothes neatly and placing them back on their displays. There were shirts layed forgotten in the jeans section and vice versa. Hongjoong found it extremely annoying whenever customers pick up clothing then throw them on a spot completely far away from where the original spot was.

While he works he feels his phone buzz from his back pocket. At first he ignores it but when it buzzes it again he couldn't help himself. He dips into a corner then drags the device out. A smile slowly stretches on his lips when he sees who it is.

Wooyoung 🥰

Wooyoung 🥰
Hi

Hongjoong
Hiii
What's up,?

Wooyoung 🥰
I kinda miss you
Like alot
Wanna hang out at ur place?
San's home 😐

Hongjoong
I'm at work right now
We can go for coffee after my shift?

Wooyoung 🥰
I- 💀
I don't want coffee tho 👁

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Hongjoong cocks his head to the side from confusion. His brows furrowed as he nibbles on his thumb nail.

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Hongjoong
Oh?
McDonald's then?

Wooyoung 🥰
Sighhhh
I don't want food 😭
I wanna fuck
Can't believe I have to spell it out for you
You babie

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Hongjoong felt his face flush at the realization. He wants to have sex... again. He bites the inside of his cheek to hide the disappointment. He slaps his forehead a few times then inahles a sharp breath.

Ever since their first hook up at the movie theater it's basically been like a freefall for Hongjoong. They had sex about 3 more times and each time was better than the last. He often texted Wooyoung but the younger always seemed to be pushing to hook up again. He didn't mind it at first but he wanted for them to get to know each other better.

There's no need to be disappointed. I just have to be transparent with him. I like him a lot so I just have to say that... right?

"Ugh" He groans out loud. "Why's this so difficult?"

He begins typing up a long reply and prepares to send it. He stops, reads over it again, releases a long sigh then deletes his entire response.

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Hongjoong:
Oh yes lol
Sure we can fuck
My parents are home tho

Wooyoung 🥰:
Back of your car it is 😁

Hongjoong:
Yeah

-

"Back of my car it is", he mutters to himself from disappointment.

"Excuse me" A voice calls out to him but he was too distracted with the little dots that popped up indicating Wooyoung was typing up a reply.

"Excuse me, do you work here?" The voice repeats.

Still no acknowledgement from Hongjoong.

"Could you point me to the dress rooms?" The person says a bit firmer and more demanding.

Hongjoong gets irritated. "Oh for god's sake. Over there!" He points to the big sign over a section of the store that clearly read 'Dress Rooms'. "The change rooms are over-" He finally looks up at the stranger and his voice gets caught in his throat. "-th-ere"

He was looking in the deep dark chocolate eyes of perhaps the most handsome person he'd ever seen. They looked to be about the same age, with him being taller. His jet black hair slightly permed and fall across his eyes in waves.

"Thank you" The male responds. His pink glossy lips stretch in a small smile before turning towards the change rooms. Hongjoong felt like he almost had to physically pick his jaw up from the ground.

He stared at the back of the stranger with model like features as he walked off, a couple clothes draped on his left arm.

Then he smacked himself on his forehead. "Aish- What's up with me and embarrassing myself in front of cute boys?" He whines to himself.

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