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E P I G R A P H

❝ You're my bulletproof vest when it's getting dangerous. Always make me feel blessed, you're my Guardian Angel  ❞

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❝ "I won't take up much of your time. All I'm asking is for your best acting skills. You're part of the theater crew, aren't you?" Youngjae raises a brow, waiting for a positive response. Fine. If Changmin wants to play hard to get, so will he. "Or you can just bomb your upcoming English exam—" ❞ — Son Youngjae, Love Back

❝ Changmin, shocked, raises his head. "Are you threatening me? What makes you think I'd bomb the exam? The theater kid who hangs out with your best friend, Sunwoo, is Kevin Moon. And my roommate," Changmin retorts, walking towards Youngjae, staring at him with hatred boiling in his chest. ❞ — Ji Changmin, Love Back

❝ "Because I'm confident. Two, Sunwoo doesn't seem to mind Kevin's attention. Three, you're going to get wrinkles on your forehead if you're mad. Don't be mad, yeah? You look cute when you smile," it's true, he realizes as he pinches the dimpled boy's cheeks, grimacing. ❞ — Son Youngjae, Love Back

❝ "Smiling is for people I like," the dancer tells him and takes steps back. He focuses his eyes on the floor, on the distance between them, and how comfortable they are around each other. It almost makes him irritated that his face is beat red. ❞ — Ji Changmin, Love Back

❝ "Then, can I be the one you like?" Youngjae says, a soft smile gracing his lips, a light of hope shining in his cinnamon sprinkled eyes. ❞ — Son Youngjae, Love Back

D I S C L A I M E R

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NOTES:

There may be some stupid moments in regards to the characters and you will hate a few of them for different reasons haha that are in this story because honestly, everyone is shippable, my characters are not perfect, and well what's a story without angst? There will be strong language, and some mature content as well.

Such as mention of depression, suicide, accident scene(s), but it won't go into detail. If any of this makes you feel uncomfortable, you don't have to read. But if you want to, rest assured! There will be a healthy amount of fluff, soft, and good feel moments.

Also, if you don't like the ships or anything in the story, then don't read.

Please do note my grammar isn't so good, I'm still learning and trying to avoid those mistakes, but feedback and criticism are allowed. I'd love to hear your thoughts and opinions, so don't forget to comment. I'm still young, so bear with my cringe-fried writing.

I might have improved over these 2 years? I honestly get easily discouraged, thinking I don't write well and my ideas are lame. I really appreciate all of those who support me and reach out in the most difficult times and that they encourage me

So, I couldn't find gifs that would exactly match the storyline, and it's tiring to search. In that case, I will be inserting headers and gifs I made if I cannot find any gifs or create them myself, knowing myself, I'm not too sure if I could make them.

IMPORTANT!

I know I'm a slow writer and I apologize for making you guys wait, but I really want to write without feeling pressured or write something I can always come back to and edit. Because stress, is a great feeling, I am thankful for only when it is needed. Then again, I hope I won't disappoint and improve as time passes.

As always, I will not tolerate any immature comment or anything similar to that. My characters aren't perfect. I'm not a good writer, but I try to write and my love of writing won't stop me even if I feel discouraged.

I want to show my gratitude to shawoltae for gifting me prompts over one of my favorite ships last year when I was preparing to graduate. You saw the potential in me and wanted to see how I would unfold a story from one of the prompts. I said I'll think about it. And so here we are!

S U M M A R Y

University soccer star player Youngjae happens to believe in the unexpected. Dance choreographer Changmin doesn't believe in true love. Youngjae also doesn't back down from challenges, lose, or give up.

After losing to a game of truth or dare, Youngjae asks Changmin for help, who refuses coldly. Regardless, he accepts the offer, and falling in love was certainly not an option.

But when an accident collides and Youngjae finds out they broke up, the boy tries to win back his love. As Youngjae searches for the truth separating him and Changmin apart, their once burning fire rekindles.

This Story Contains

#1 3rd POV

#2 humor

#3 romance

#4 lot's of fluff

#5 alternate au: college/university & ex-lovers to true love that burns again

#6 angst

#7 novel based chapters

#8 slight mature themes + young adult/new adult

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A U T H O R ' S N O T E

Okay, your girl is back and started writing again?? HECK YES. Ahem, excuse my language. Anyway, yes, I am back, and ready to write. I've also figured out a system to stick to, which I haven't tried yet, however, it seems likely I will stick to the system.

I'm going, to be honest. For the week after my finals ended, I've been lazy, except for planning out 'Love Back' and trying to create a better schedule for writing my other stories regarding my life outside of being a writer. Despite all of this, I do plan on finishing my stories and will do my best. Leaving work unfinished haunts me, knowing that I'm a person to try to submit her works by deadlines, though I do procrastinate sometimes, and am slow.

And regarding 'Love Back' the first chapter will be released next week on December 22, 2021. I'm excited to write this story and try out writing angst, though I do write angst, it doesn't include what I mentioned in my notes. It's going to be hard but a new experience.

I can't wait to see where Changmin and Eric's story goes. I hope you are too. Lastly, I hope I make you guys proud, and that you at least feel something from my writing. Thank you for giving my book a chance. Thank you for being patient and supporting me ❤️💖