Red String | Minsung

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"I apologized for being a dick. I realized that I was being unnecessarily salty and felt bad. That's all." He explained. "So you didn't fuck-" "Felix! Why does your mind instantly go to that! Dirty minded bitch!" He chided, punching the latter. "Ow, ow! Okay, I'm sorry!" Felix apologized. Meanwhile, as the almost-birthday twins attacked each other, Minho and Chan discussed everything. Jeongin went over to stop the other two from injuring each other.

"So, I guess avoiding Jisung is out of the question." Chris spoke up. Minho chuckled awkwardly, scratching the back of his neck. "Yeah, I guess so." He responded. "Look, I only said that because I didn't want Jisung to get hurt anymore by you. But... you two seem to be getting along better. I'm glad." He told the brunette. "I realize that I was acting like a complete asshole, I understand why you did what you did."

"So, how is Jisung? I know he reacted badly to you two being soulmates." The Aussie quizzed. "He was salty at first, but he slowly came around. I gotta say, it's still strange that we aren't full on fighting each other anymore. It went on for so long. Anyway, he's slowly warming up to me. He actually apologized to me earlier for bickering with me. That's why the string is longer now." Minho explained.

"Wow, I never thought I would see you two get along." He chuckled. "I know, right? He even calls me hyung instead of some curse word now." Minho laughed. "Really? Damn. I didn't think that word was in his personal dictionary. He barely even calls me hyung! Actually, I can't recall a single time where he called anyone that. He must really like you."

Minho felt his face heat up. "He does not! It's the other way around!" He blurted. He covered his mouth when he saw Chris' shocked face. "You. Lee Minho. You like Jisung? Like, Han Jisung? Our Han Jisung?" He asked, puzzled. "Quiet down! They'll hear you!" Minho spluttered. He was lucky that they were too busy being loud to overhear their conversation. "Sorry, sorry. Now, get to explaining." The Aussie urged.

"W-well, ever since I apologized to him for everything... we kinda got closer. I started to feel... different around him. I didn't fully realize that I like him until I stayed over at his house because of the string. When he smiles at me or if he grabs my hand, my heart feels like it's gonna implode." He explained. "Oh. My. God. I never thought this day would come! That is so cute."

"Is not!"

"What're you two talking about?" Jeongin suddenly asked. "N-nothing!" Minho lied, hoping there would be no further questions. The youngest shrugged, deciding not to push it. "I wanna open my presents now!" Jisung piped. "Me too!" The younger Aussie shouted. "Open the gift I got for you first!" The blonde ordered. "Then you open my gift for you at the same time!" Felix said.

They both opened their gift bags. "Wait- We both got each other Twice lightsticks?" Felix laughed. "I guess our brains are just so in sync." The squirrel replied. Minho watched Jisung open his other gifts. He couldn't help but feel bad that he didn't get either of them presents. He knew it wasn't his fault though, he had just became friends with them. They thanked Chan and Jeongin for their gifts as well.

Jisung turned to look at Minho suddenly, who was staring at him with a fond smile. "Hey, hyung. I just thought of the perfect gift for Felix." He started. "Since you couldn't have given I'm a gift, why not text Changbin to come here? Felix would love it." He suggested before snickering. "You know what, that isn't a bad idea. Changbin is probably sulking at home right now anyway." He grinned, pulling out his phone.

Lino🐱

Hey Changbin

what are you up to right now?

sent

"Wait, don't tell him it's about Felix. Make up something so that he'll actually come and it'll be a surprise for both of them." Jisung told the older. "That's brilliant." Minho snickered.

Trashbin🗑️

No

Why?

Lino🐱

I still have one of the notes from class that you lent me

Trashbin🗑️
O

kay?

You want me to drive to your place to get it?

Lino🐱

I'm at a friend's house studying right now

I have it here with me

Trashbin🗑️
F

ine

What's the address

Lino🐱

[Insert address here]

Trashbin🗑️
A

lright

I'll be there in about ten minutes

"He bought it! He said he'll be here in ten minutes." Minho informed the younger. "Perfect. Felix won't suspect a thing!" He smirked. "This is the best plan."

"Now, all we gotta do is wait." The blonde said. "Hey, let's all play some video games!" Felix suddenly suggested. They all agreed on playing Mario Kart and whoever gets the lowest in rank will let the fifth person play. Ten minutes past, and the doorbell rang. "That must be the pizza!" The birthday boy jumped up, rushing to the door. "Not pizza, but a guy with a pizza shaped head." Jisung joked. "I need to see this."

"You two didn't just invite Changbin over, did you?" Chris sighed. "Perhaps. Now come on, let's watch!" Jisung responded before rushing out of the room. They watched as Felix opened the door. "Ch-Changbin??"

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