Fourth stood up dramatically and began clapping with exaggerated enthusiasm.
Fourth:
Phi Tha! This is it! Now Phi Joong and Phi Dunk can come with us to the fan meet, right?
Everyone turned their attention to Tha, who looked thoughtful, rubbing his chin.
Tha:
Well, weâd need to make an official announcement first. But, yes, it seems promising
Fourth grinned, almost jumping with excitement.
Fourth:
Yes! Phi Dunk, youâre amazing
Phuwin couldnât contain his excitement either and walked over to Dunk, patting his shoulder
Phuwin:
Omg! Dunk, you nailed it! That was incredible. Where did you learn to act like that?
Dunk blinked, looking around nervously as everyone showered him with compliments.
Dunk:
I-I didnât learn⦠I just said what I felt
Phuwin:
Well, whatever you did, it worked. Youâre a natural!
One of the producers, who had been quietly observing, stood up with a wide smile.
Producer:
JoongDunk, I have to say, your chemistry is exactly what Iâve been looking for. I want you both to do my series
Joong:
I would like to do it
He glanced at Dunk, who looked slightly surprised but then smiled brightly.
Dunk:
Yes, yes! If Joong wants to do it, Iâll do it too!
Gemini walked over and playfully nudged Joong.
Gemini:
See, Phi Joong? Itâs perfect. You two were made for this.
Fourth leaned in closer to Dunk and whispered.
Fourth:
Phi Dunk, youâre going to be a superstar. Just wait!
Joongâs ears turned slightly red....but he still calming himself
Tha:
Alright, then itâs decided. Weâll work on the announcement soon, but for now, congratulations, JoongDunk. Youâre officially a team!
The group cheered, and Dunk couldnât help but look up at Joong, his smile wide and innocent
Pond:
Alright, everyone! Now itâs party time!
The group cheered in unison, but Joongâs expression immediately shifted. His eyes darkened slightly,
Joong:
No. Iâm not allowing dunk to go to a club.
The room fell silent, and all eyes turned to him in disbelief.
Gemini:
Phi Joong, are you serious? Phi Dunk isnât a baby!
Fourth:
Yes, phi! Even I can go to the club, and Iâm younger than Phi Dunk!
Joong narrowed his eyes
Joong:
But Dunk will not!
Dunk had been quietly sitting on the side, watching and listening to the entire conversation. His big, innocent eyes shifted between everyone as they tried to argue with Joong.
Dunk:
If Joong is saying no, then itâs no
The room collectively froze, staring at Dunk in shock.
Pond:
Dunk⦠donât you want to have fun? Enjoy a night out?
Dunk tilted his head, considering Pondâs words for a moment before speaking in a calm, sincere tone.
Dunk:
But if Joong says I canât go, then it must not be a good place for me. So, no
Joong looked at Dunk, surprised by how quickly he accepted his decision. A sense of warmth filled his chest
Joong:
Dunk, letâs go. We can party at home instead.
Pondâs jaw dropped, and he pointed accusingly at Joong.
Pond:
Wait, wait, wait! Dunk is still living in your apartment?
Joong hesitated, glancing at Dunk before clearing his throat
Joong:
Yes. I mean⦠heâll buy a new place once he has the money.
Dunk immediately tugged on Joongâs sleeve, his wide eyes looking up at him
Dunk:
No! I will live with you, Joong. I wonât go anywhere else
Joong froze for a second as Dunkâs words echoed in his mind. Meanwhile, Phuwin clutched his chest dramatically, leaning closer to Dunk.
Phuwin:
Oh my god dunk, You are so cute!
Joong unconsciously nodded in agreement, spreading a smile on his lips
Dunk:
Am i?
Joongâs heart skipped a beat at Dunkâs innocent question. He quickly looked away, trying to compose himself.
Joong:
Umm⦠hmm. You are.
Gemini, who had been quietly observing, suddenly raised his hand like he had an idea.
Gemini:
Wait! If we canât go to a club, we can just party at Phi Joongâs apartment!
Joongâs head snapped toward Gemini, his voice firm.
Joong:
No. I donât want any mess in my apartment
Fourth smirked, stepping closer to Dunk and nudging his arm.
Fourth:
Phi Dunk, tell him. Convince him to let us party at his place just once
Dunk turned toward Joong, his eyes shining with hope. He gently tugged on Joongâs sleeve again, his voice soft and pleading.
Dunk:
Joong⦠for one time only, please?
Joong felt his resolve weaken as Dunkâs doe eyes stared up at him. He sighed deeply, rubbing the back of his neck.
Joong:
Oka-ay⦠for one time. But you all better behave
The group erupted into cheers, with Fourth jumping up and down excitedly.
Fourth:
Yes! Party at Phi Joongâs place!
Joong groaned inwardly, already regretting his decision, but one glance at Dunkâs radiant smile made it worth it.
Joong:
(This is going to be a disasterâ¦)
Dunk, oblivious to Joongâs inner thoughts, smiled brightly and clapped his hands.
Dunk:
Thank you, Joong! Itâs going to be so much fun!