Chapter 3 of 22

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Unspoken (seongjoong)543 words~3 min read

One sunny afternoon, both groups found themselves drawn to a picturesque bridge known for its stunning views. Seonghwa, taking a solitary walk, was lost in thought, the beauty of the ocean filling him with a sense of peace. He had brought his camera to capture some memories and was snapping photos of the scenery when he heard a voice call out.

"Hey, could you take a picture of me here?"

Seonghwa turned, his eyes widening as he saw the boy standing before him. He was around his age, with striking features and a friendly smile, holding out his camera. There was something about him that immediately drew Seonghwa in, a spark that ignited the moment their eyes met. His heart skipped a beat as he took in the boy's bright eyes, tousled hair, and the effortless way he carried himself.

"Sure," Seonghwa replied, his voice a bit shaky as he took the camera. He couldn't help but notice how effortlessly handsome the boy was, his presence radiating warmth and energy. He swallowed hard, feeling an unfamiliar flutter in his chest.

As Hongjoong posed with the ocean behind him, the wind playfully tousling his hair, Seonghwa's hands trembled slightly as he snapped a few photos. He tried to focus on the task at hand, but found it difficult to tear his eyes away from Hongjoong. Every time he looked through the lens, it was as if the world around them faded away, leaving just the two of them in that moment.

"Thanks," Hongjoong said, glancing at the photos. "They look great."

Seonghwa handed the camera back, their fingers brushing briefly. The touch sent a jolt of electricity through him, making his heart race even faster. "No problem," he managed to say, his voice barely above a whisper. "I'm Seonghwa, by the way."

"Hongjoong," he replied with a grin that made Seonghwa's heart flutter even more. "Nice to meet you, Seonghwa."

They chatted for a few minutes, exchanging pleasantries and a few laughs

"Where are you from?" Hongjoong asked.

"Seoul," Seonghwa replied. "Here with my parents for a vacation. You?"

"Same," Hongjoong said. "But I'm here with my friends.

"Speaking of which," San's voice called out, "we're waiting, Hongjoong!"

Hongjoong turned and waved back at his friends, who were playfully shoving each other by the water's edge. "Gotta go," he said, giving Seonghwa a final smile. "Nice meeting you, Seonghwa."

"Nice meeting you too," Seonghwa replied, watching Hongjoong rejoin his group.

As he watched Hongjoong walk away, Seonghwa couldn't shake the feeling that this encounter was something special. He had never believed in love at first sight, but now he wasn't so sure. The boy with the bright smile and captivating presence had left an indelible mark on his heart.

Seonghwa spent the rest of the day with his parents, but his thoughts kept drifting back to the bridge, to the moment he met Hongjoong. He could still feel the warmth of Hongjoong's touch, hear the sound of his laughter, and see the sparkle in his eyes. Little did he know that their paths would cross again, and this summer in Busan was just the beginning of a story that would change both their lives forever.

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