you had known Su-bong for years—long before the two of you became something more. even after it ended, you two stayed close, somehow managing to keep a friendship that felt almost like a secret truce. tonight, you were at his house again, hanging out with your mutual friend, Jae.

Jae had been pushing you all evening, nudging you, saying things like, “you still like him, dont you? its so obvious.”

you tried to brush it off, but Jae wasnt having it. "girl, just shoot your shot. whats the worst that can happen? Su-bongs not some stranger. youve got history.”

you laughed nervously, pretending to be nonchalant, but the truth was—you missed him. the easy conversations, the way his eyes softened when he looked at you, the way your fingers always seemed to find his in the quiet moments. it wasnt just nostalgia. it was still there, quietly burning under the surface.

Jae kept hyping you up, “look, hes chill. look how relaxed he is lying there. this is your moment. go for it.”

Su-bong was lying on his bed, scrolling on his phone, completely unaware of the silent battle going on inside you. that was when something took over. you didnt think about it—you just moved. crawling onto the bed, you leaned down and hugged him tightly. your body atop of his, your face pushing into his neck. your arms wrapped around him like you never wanted to let go.

there was a pause. the air shifted.

Su-bongs eyes widened, caught off guard. for a split second, his hands froze at his sides, unsure whether to pull away or pull you closer. slowly, a small, almost shy smile spread across his face.

Jae just pretended to be doing something on the phone, though was unable to keep the wide grin that appeared on her face. when she saw his smile, she knew you won.