'Secret' - A Mingyu Fanfiction

Chapter 5: Hiccups

It's been a few days since I've moved into the trainee's apartments and gotten into the swing of things. I lived next to Seungcheol and Wonwoo but a lot of the times, SEVENTEEN didn't go back to their dorms and since they have debuted, they needed to watch out when in public. The dorms were a five minute walk from the main Pledis building which was very convenient but sometimes to avoid being noticed, the members would have to ride the company's car. All the members treated me very kindly and really cared for me, maybe except Mingyu who didn't really know me well but I still respected him.

I've even started to compose songs for  SEVENTEEN's new album and also have began brainstorming ideas on the cover song. Keeping with the upbeat tracks from previous comebacks, I wanted to write a song that would represent their youth and was full of joy so that the people listening to it would be happy. I checked the time my phone which showed 1pm so I got up from my large armchair and went out of my mini office to get some lunch. On the way out I saw Mingyu and a couple of other members finishing up their morning rehearsal so I peeped my head in to have a look. They all sang with great talent and gave everything their all which I admired. But what I appreciated the most about SEVENTEEN was their ability to not give up even at the toughest of times and motivate themselves to keep practicing. I clapped when the song finished and they smiled as they saw me. 

'Oh _____ you were here? We were just about to go grab some lunch... wanna come?' Joshua asked. I shyed away from the thought of eating a meal with them but recalling the old days, I would do anything just to have some fun with them.
'Sure thing!' I cheerfully replied.

The members wore large sunglasses, caps, beanies and masks just so no one would notice them in public. I laughed at how weird they looked and Seungcheol laughed that I was the odd one out and didn't need any cover. We went to get some Korean Barbeque (KBBQ) at this restaurant called 5 MEAT. the boys said it was their favourite KBBQ restaurant of all time and that I needed to try it out. All together it was 14 people so we sat in two tables of seven.

 'I want to sit with noona! Wonwoo hyung go awayyy~' Dino exclaimed. He even did aegyo for Wonwoo but he didn't let him replace him. 
'Noona you should sit with me!' Vernon said in english to which I smirked. 
'No Hansol you can sit with her next time because she loves me more!' Jihoon shoved Vernon out of the way and took a spot on my table. Everyone was so hyper after rehearsal and died at the smell of meat. 

I ended up sitting with Mingyu, Junhui, Wonwoo, Jeonghan, Seungcheol and Jihoon. We ordered heaps of meat and salad to top it off. Cheol and Wonwoo (who sat next to me) both looked after me by pouring water for me and putting food in my bowl and I was very thankful for that. 

Jeonghan even butted in saying, 'No fair hyung, I wanna look after _____ too!' I smirked while eating my favourite pork belly. Everyone looked so handsome even when they were eating! I'm living the dream of thousands of fangirls right now... I thought to myself cheekily.

This is what I have missed out on during the time I've been away. I felt so happy being surrounded by all of them once again that I didn't notice the tears of happiness that had welled up in my eyes. Their smiles was what I had longed since I left and it marked a mega blank space in me while I was in New York.
While they were talking, Mingyu noticed that there were small, round tears rolling down my cheeks so he asked, 'What's wrong ______?' Everyone looked in my direction and only then had I realised I was crying. Surprised, I wiped the tears from my eyes and checked my hand, which was wet.
 'Ah, I'm sorry guys! I rushed to the toilet, unable to control my feelings. My old habit began again which was hiccuping when crying.

Here's a treat for the viewers~~ !!

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S.Coups Point Of View

These years I've really missed her to the point that I was unable to recognise her due to the fact that she changed so much. When she came in, I couldn't help but stare at her because _____ looked so beautiful. On the day she left, I reckon I cried the most because...

I loved her. Her smile, her positivity, her talent, her looks, her kindness, her everything. From head to toe, I loved every inch of her because she radiated of positivity. Now I realise I cannot like her because to her, I am just a dependable big brother who will always take care of her...

Wonwoo Point of View

When she walked into the room, I knew she looked familiar to me, like my crush during trainee days called ______. When she said her name, my heart stopped immediately. She had come back, looking more prettier, ladylike and attractive... and I couldn't help but hopelessly stare at her. I gave her the biggest and longest cuddle on the day she left and I wanted to tell her my feelings but now it's different. I missed my chance because now, everyone has her eyes on her...

And Last but not least...

Mingyu Point of View

I remembered my first love when I saw her walk into the practice room.

When we were kids, a girl and I always joked and played around but I moved away suddenly during one Summer. I hated my parents for separating us but as time moved on, I slowly forgot about her. I forgot her name, her looks, her everything, except for the fact that she would hiccup when she started to cry. Weird huh, that's the memory I remember the fondest.

When we were small, I remember we played at the local park once. The skies were grey and a thunderstorm started out of nowhere. She was really scared so I ran with her to the nearest bus stop and hugged her to get her to stop crying. 'It's alright it's alright! The rain will stop and a rainbow will appear!' I would say while patting her back. She always started hiccuping so I had no choice but to give her my water to drink. She was the cutest person ever... how I regret losing contact with her. 

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Back to the current moment !!

I stared at myself in the restaurant's mirror. I started hiccuping. Patting myself on the chest, I calmed myself down. I must've been crazy, crying in front of all of them...

I remembered that a boy I knew when I was small used to say to me all the time whenever I cried and that was: 'It's alright, the rain will stop and a rainbow will appear!' His words cheered me up so I quickly fixed my makeup and went back out into the restaurant.

'OMG _____ Are you okay? Did someone make you mad because I'll beat him up!!' Hansol agitatedly exclaimed.
 '_____ you alright? We're all here for you!!' Seungcheol worriedly exclaimed. Everyone was concerned for me and I felt really guilty.
'Sorry for worrying guys, I'm all good! *Hiccups* Oops hahaha, my eyes were just a bit dry so I watered a bit hehe! Let's continue eating... sorry!' I said positively and they all resumed their eating. *Hiccups* Oh no I need some water... I poured a large cup and drank it all.

I looked across the table to find Mingyu staring intently at me. What was he staring for?

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