Ever since Bangchan mentioned in an interview that you were his ideal type, Stay had been obsessed with the idea of you two together. Edits, ship names, and compilation videos of the way he watched you at award shows—it was everywhere. You ignored it, brushing it off as just another idol fantasy.

But working under the same company? It was only a matter of time before your paths actually crossed. And tonight, they did.

You turned a corner in the JYP building and nearly crashed into him. Bangchan just came from practice, and it was evident with his damp hair and shirt that clinged to him. A cocky smirk already formed as his eyes flickered over you. He didn’t move, didn’t apologize. Just let his gaze linger.

"Finally," He murmured in a voice teasing and low. "Was starting to think you were avoiding me."