A Day of Surprises and Confessions
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Morning Preparations
The following morning, the apartment was quieter than usual. Max and Harvey were still asleep, Rosé was in the kitchen making her morning tea, and Y/N found herself enjoying the rare peace. She sat by the window, sipping on her own tea and scrolling through her phone.
Kenan walked in, still looking half-asleep, his hair sticking out in every direction. He spotted her by the window and grinned.
"Morning, Princess."
Y/N rolled her eyes, though her lips twitched into a small smile.
"Do you have to say that every day?"
Kenan leaned against the wall, crossing his arms.
"Absolutely. Itâs tradition now."
Y/N sighed dramatically but didnât respond. Instead, she turned her gaze back to the cityscape outside the window. Kenan noticed the way the morning light caught her features, making her look even more serene than usual.
Kenan: "Whatâs on your mind?"
Y/N glanced at him, her expression thoughtful.
"Nothing, really. Just enjoying the quiet before everyone wakes up."
Kenan chuckled, walking over to sit beside her.
"Enjoy it while it lasts. You know theyâll all be up and arguing about breakfast in twenty minutes."
Y/N laughed softly.
"True."
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A Surprise Visit
The peaceful morning was interrupted by a knock at the door. Y/N stood up to answer it, and to her surprise, it was Max and Harveyâs best friend, Julien, who had flown in from London. He was tall, with an easy smile and a warm demeanor that immediately filled the room.
Julien: "Surprise! Max and Harvey didnât tell you I was coming, did they?"
Y/N shook her head, grinning.
"Not a word. Come in!"
Julien stepped inside, his suitcase in tow, and was immediately greeted with enthusiasm from Max and Harvey, who had just woken up.
Max: "Julien! Finally, youâre here. Took you long enough."
Harvey: "Weâve got so much to catch up on."
The group quickly fell into chatter, with Julien being introduced to Kenan, Rosé, and the rest of the group. Y/N noticed how easily Julien fit in, his humor and charm winning everyone over.
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An Unexpected Tension
Later in the afternoon, the group decided to head out for lunch at a local café. They found a cozy corner table, laughing and sharing stories as they waited for their food. Julien, ever the entertainer, kept the conversation lively.
Julien: "So, Y/N, do you still trip over your own feet when youâre dancing, or have you finally outgrown that phase?"
Y/N laughed, shaking her head.
"That was years ago, Julien. Iâve gotten much better, thank you very much."
Kenan, sitting beside her, raised an eyebrow.
"Youâve never tripped in front of me. Have you been hiding this side of yourself?"
Y/N rolled her eyes, nudging him lightly.
"It was a long time ago. Donât get any ideas."
Julien smirked, clearly enjoying the dynamic between the two.
"Sheâs always been stubborn, hasnât she? But I guess you already know that."
Kenan nodded, his grin playful.
"Oh, I know. But itâs part of her charm."
Y/N felt her cheeks warm as she tried to steer the conversation away from herself.
"Okay, enough about me. Julien, tell us what youâve been up to."
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A Quiet Moment
After lunch, the group returned to the apartment. Max and Julien were busy catching up in the living room, while Rosé and Duru worked on setting up a game night. Y/N excused herself to her room, needing a moment to recharge.
Kenan knocked softly before stepping inside.
"You okay?"
Y/N nodded, sitting cross-legged on her bed.
"Yeah, just needed a break from all the energy out there."
Kenan sat beside her, his expression soft.
"Youâve been quiet today. Is something bothering you?"
Y/N hesitated, her gaze dropping to her hands.
"Not really. I guess Iâm just tired."
Kenan studied her for a moment before reaching out to take her hand.
"Youâve been saying that a lot lately."
Y/N looked up, her eyes meeting his.
"I know. I think... I think itâs just everything. Thereâs so much going on all the time, and I feel like I canât keep up."
Kenan squeezed her hand gently.
"You donât have to keep up with everything, Princess. Itâs okay to take a step back."
Y/N smiled faintly, though her eyes glistened with unshed tears.
"Thanks, Kenan. You always know what to say."
Kenan smirked, leaning closer.
"Itâs because I know you better than anyone else."
Y/N laughed softly, the sound breaking through the tension in the room.
"Youâre impossible."
Kenan grinned, his voice low.
"And yet, here I am."
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Game Night Chaos
The evening was filled with laughter and lighthearted arguments as the group played games late into the night. BarıŠand Julien quickly became a competitive duo, while Rosé and Duru kept everyone entertained with their playful banter.
Y/N sat beside Kenan, her head resting against his shoulder as the night wore on. She felt a rare sense of peace, knowing she was surrounded by people who cared for her deeply.
Max, noticing the way Kenanâs hand rested protectively on Y/Nâs knee, raised an eyebrow.
"You better take care of her, Kenan. Or youâll have me and Harvey to answer to."
Kenan grinned, completely unfazed.
"I wouldnât dream of doing anything else."
Harvey nodded, his tone light but firm.
"Good. Because weâre not afraid to show up unannounced if we think youâre slacking."
Y/N groaned, though she couldnât hide her smile.
"You two are the worst."
Julien laughed, raising his glass.
"To Y/N, the most loved and most teased person in the room."
The group clinked their glasses together, the room filled with warmth and laughter.
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Ending Note
The day had been full of surprises, lighthearted moments, and quiet confessions. For Y/N, it was another step toward finding balance in her lifeâand embracing the love that surrounded her.
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