An Innocent Criminal [Chanyeol X Reader]

25

Finally, the long-awaited weekend had arrived, the day when Jieun and Chanyeol would meet. It felt like a date, although they were both too shy to admit it. Jieun eagerly awaited Chanyeol's arrival, knowing he would be picking her up. And true to his word, Chanyeol arrived in his car, causing Jieun's heart to skip a beat. She couldn't help but admire him as he stepped out of the car and approached her.

With a shy smile, Jieun got into the car, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. The atmosphere inside the car was filled with an awkward silence as they started their journey. Chanyeol stole glances at Jieun, unable to take his eyes off her beauty. He wanted to compliment her, but his shyness got the better of him. Gathering his courage, he finally spoke up.

"You look beautiful, shawty," Chanyeol managed to say, his voice soft and filled with admiration. Jieun's cheeks flushed as she replied, "You too, idiot," her words laced with playful affection.

Wanting to break the silence, Chanyeol decided to strike up a conversation. "Why did you change your apartment?" he asked, his gaze briefly leaving the road to glance at her. Jieun pondered his question for a moment before responding, "I wanted a space of my own, somewhere where I could be myself without anyone knowing me." Her answer intrigued him, and he couldn't help but be curious about her life.

"Can I stay in your apartment then?" Chanyeol blurted out, surprising himself with the bold request. Jieun looked at him with a puzzled expression, wondering why he would ask such a thing. "Why?" she inquired, genuinely intrigued. Chanyeol's reply came from the depths of his heart, "Because I always miss you. You would take care of me and cook for me like a loving wife. I hope to find a wife like you someday." He tried to cover up his true intentions with a playful tone. Jieun laughed at his words and playfully agreed, "Sure, you can stay at my place."

Their eyes met for a moment, and a wave of flustered emotions washed over Jieun. She could feel the butterflies in her stomach, and it was clear that Chanyeol's words had struck a chord within her. Chanyeol himself couldn't believe he had found the courage to express his feelings, but deep down, he was delighted with his boldness.

Jieun quickly snapped back to reality and playfully scolded Chanyeol, "You should concentrate more on the road. Look ahead and drive properly." She gently turned his face back to the front, her playful tone hiding the fondness she felt for him. Chanyeol chuckled, unable to resist stealing glances at her whenever he could. "My driving skills are exceptional. I could even drive with my eyes closed," he teased, earning a playful eye roll from Jieun, who shook her head in mock disapproval. Chanyeol couldn't help but laugh at her reaction, feeling grateful for these light-hearted moments.

"Don't look at me like that, or you might fall in love with me," Jieun jokes, her laughter filling the car. Chanyeol laughed along, feeling a warmth spreading through his heart. Little did she know, he had already fallen for her, captivated by her beauty and infectious laughter. As they continued their journey, Chanyeol couldn't help but smile, cherishing the romantic tension between them, hoping that someday their friendship would blossom into something more.

The car moved through the city streets, their surroundings a blur as their hearts danced with the anticipation of what the day held in store for them. While the world carried on around them, oblivious to their budding connection, Chanyeol and Jieun were immersed in a world of their own, where stolen glances, playful banter, and unspoken emotions spoke volumes. And in that moment, they both felt a deep connection, a spark that hinted at the possibility of something beautiful blooming between them.