INVISIBLE STRINGS ~ Scoups [C]

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The morning sun peeked through the thin fabric of the tent, casting a warm glow on Y/N and Yeri, who were huddled in their sleeping bags.

"Y/N, wake up!" Yeri whispered loudly, poking Y/N cheek. "They're starting morning roll call soon."

Y/N groaned and buried her face deeper into her sleeping bag. "Five more minutes..."

"Do you want Scoups to see you with bed hair and pillow creases on your face?" Yeri teased.

Y/N shot up immediately, her hair a wild mess. "Why didn't you say that earlier?!"

Yeri burst into laughter as Y/N scrambled to fix her hair and grab her toiletries.

The campers gathered in an open field for team-building exercises. Y/N spotted Scoups standing with his group, his arms crossed and his usual serious expression in place.

Their instructor clapped for attention. "Alright! Today, we'll be playing trust exercises. Pair up with someone from another class!"

Before Y/N could move, Yeri grabbed her arm. "Go ask Scoups before someone else does!"

Y/N hesitated but took a deep breath and walked over. "Scoups! Want to partner up?"

Scoups glanced at her, then at the people around him. "...Sure."

The activity began with a classic trust fall. Scoups stood behind Y/N, arms ready.

"Okay, Y/N, fall back. I've got you" Scoups said flatly.

Y/N hesitated, her face turning slightly pink. "Promise you'll catch me?"

Scoups let out a small sigh. "Just fall already."

Y/N closed her eyes and let herself fall backward. True to his word, Scoups caught her effortlessly, his hands firm on her shoulders.

"You're... really strong" Y/N muttered, looking up at him.

Scoups cleared his throat, stepping back quickly. "Your turn."

When it was Scoups' turn to fall, Y/N spread her arms wide. "Don't worry! I've been working out!"

Scoups actually chuckled—a tiny sound—but it was enough to make Y/N's heart race.

Yeri, watching from the sidelines, smirked. "Progress."

After lunch, students were allowed to relax by the lake. Y/N sat with Yeri, their feet dipped into the cool water.

"Today was a win, Y/N. Scoups laughed! I heard it!" Yeri said triumphantly.

Y/N hugged her knees to her chest, her face glowing with happiness. "It's so rare to see him relax like that... I'm glad."

Just then, a badminton hit the water with a splash near them. They turned to see Mingyu waving from the shore.

"Hey! We need one more player for a game. Y/N, want to join?" Mingyu called out.

Y/N hesitated, but Yeri nudged her. "Go! Scoups is playing too."

Y/N stood up and ran toward the group, her excitement barely contained.

Badminton Match

The camps outdoor courts were bustling with energy as students gathered around for the badminton match. The teacher announced pairs and to Y/N delight, she was paired with Yeri against Mingyu and Jun.

"Ready to lose, ladies?" Jun teased, spinning his racket confidently.

Yeri smirked. "You wish."

The game began, and despite Y/N lack of skill, her energy and enthusiasm made up for it. She chased after every shuttlecock, diving dramatically—even when it was nowhere near her.