A few weeks had passed since we heard that Soojin was going to have a solo debut. Unfortunately due to our group promotions, I was unable to meet up with her.

Luckily today I had a spare slot of time in a schedule that I planned to save for Soojin. After all, I am her boyfriend...

I approched the recording studio and was suddenly greeted by a sweet voice.

The sky is coloured purple

It's colder a night with the breeze

The gentle yet clear sound of her voice sucked me in like a spell. I soon found myself leaning my ear against the door to receive as much sound.

There are familiar memories on my mind

This night is full of you again

I only remember thankful memories

The combination of the heartfelt lyrics and her soulful singing caused my eyes to water. I went up on my tip toes and peeked my head through the small window.

You and I, we were all laughing together

I'm afraid you'll disappear and turn into a star

As my mind began processing the words of the song, I was soon hit in the face with a harsh realisation.

When I close my eyes,

I see you clearer

Because I miss you more

Feeling the lyrics shoot an ache to my chest, I felt a teardrop fall onto my cheek.

"Why does it sound like you're singing to Jake..." I whispered under my breath.

Soon enough, I was pulled back to reality when I heard the girl sing her last note. I watched as she stared at the ground in thought before finally looking up to thank the recording producer.

"Thank you!" she chimed in a muffled voice.

She pried the headphones off her head as she politely dismissed herself from the room. Still somewhat zoned out, it took me a second to realise that the girl was staring at me.

"Heesung oppa!" she cutely called through the door as she gave me a bright wave.

Snapping out of my foggy brain, I smiled at the girl and returned a wave back. I felt my stomach flutter as I watched the girl open the door to see me.

She approached me excitedly before attacking me with a warm hug.

I will never get tired of this.

I immediately wrapped my arms around her small figure and stroked her silky long hair.

"I've missed you so much, Soojin." I cooed into her ear.

Her grip on my waist tightened as I felt her smile into my chest.

"Me too." she replied bluntly, sinking into my hold.

Feeling my heart wither at the sound of sheer exhaustion in her voice, I released her from my embrace and turned her to face me.

"Baby you sound exhausted. How is prep for your debut going?" I asked concerned as I played with her soft hair.

"It's hard. Really hard. Everything is so hard. Singing, rapping, dancing... it's all hard."

My eyes softened at her words as I felt a sting in my chest.

I can't even imagine the stress she is probably going through.

The poor girl is only sixteen.

"Everyday I feel like giving up but somehow I always find a reason to keep going." she spoke thoughtfully.

"And those reasons are?" I asked, smiling at the optimistic girl.

"My mum, my fans, Goreum, Hyunsik, Jake, you..." she listened so quick it was almost a rap.

Woah woah wait.

Did she just say Jake?

Taken aback by the mention of the boy's name, I quickly held Soojin's hands, stopping her from stating any more reasons.

"Woah wait did you just say Jake?"

I observed suspiciously as the girl widened her eyes at me before freezing on the spot. He then giggled abruptly creating an awkward atmosphere.

"Huh? What are u talking about? I don't know a Jake." she spoke in visible discomfort.

I frowned at her strange behaviour as I noticed her chew her lip in confusion.

What is going on inside your head Soojin?

•••

Did I really say Jake outloud?

Why is that name constantly running through my mind?

Something about it sounds so familar but I can't seem to put ny finger on it...

Feeling my head ache with overwhelming thoughts, I clenched my fists and shut my eyes tight.

"Hey, hey you alright?" spoke Heesung worried as he placed his hand on my shoulder.

"I'm fine. I think I'm just stressed for my debut." I sighed as I massaged the temples of my forehead.

I felt Heesung's warm hands continue to gently stroke my shoulder before he spoke up.

"How about I arrange some practice sessions for you with me and the boys?" he questioned.

I perked my head up and looked at the older boy before replying.

"The boys?"

Heesung scoffed before reaching to poke my forehead with his finger.

"I'm talking about ENHYPEN you dumbass." he teased as I glared at him.

Woah.

Practice sessions with the ENHYPEN boys?

That could really help with my debut prep.

I stood in thought for a few seconds before speaking up again.

"Are you sure they will be okay with that? Aren't you guys preparing for your comeback?" I asked curiously.

"We are, but the boys really miss you and I think you'd really benefit from their advice."

Hearing the boy's words, I felt the cogs in my head tick away before I finally looked up to give him my answer.

"Why not?"

•••

A few of the ENHYPEN members and I were chilling in our dorm eating snacks when all of a sudden Heesung entered the room.

"Yo guys, I arranged for a practice session with Soojin to help with her debut." he spoke as we all halted our snacking.

"FOR REAL?" yelled NIKI in disbelief, "SOOJIN IS MY FAVOURITE NOONA."

I stared at the boy as I observed his sudden outburst.

NIKI seems to always get into a brighter mood when someone mentions Soojin.

Smiling, I turned my head when someone else spoke up.

"So we get to have her all to ourselves??? Talk about being lucky." sighed Sunoo as he held his cheeks and smiled into the distance.

"I can't wait to see that pretty face of her's..." muttered Jay as he giggled to himself.

I grinned as I took noticed of the member's actions.

Wow maybe it's not just NIKI.

Looks like the entire group is one massive simp for Soojin...

As the boys continued to state their fondness of the girl, I noticed one member out in the hall, with his head in his hands. I made eye contact with Heesung as we mutually stated our concern or the boy. Taking the initiative, I got up and walked over to him.

"Hey Jakey boy, you alright?" I asked as I approached the gloomy boy.

I watched as he did not move from his position and kept his head in his hands. Taken aback by his inability to respond to my question, I placed my hand on his, and gently shook him.

"Yah Shim Jaeyoon. I'm talking to you." I spoke more sternly than before.

After shaking and yelling at the boy for a few seconds, he finally lifted his head and locked eyes with me.

My heart broke.

His eyes and nose were red and swollen as tears stained his cheeks. The look in his eyes was one of pain and sadness.

"Jake..." whispered Heesung as he quickly attended to the heartbroken boy.

"Hyung it hurts. It all hurts."

The two of us watched as as the younger boy sobbed in distraught.

"Do you know how hard it is seeing her around the company everyday? Do you know how many times I've had to stop myself from running up to her and holding her?"

My heart tightened at his words as he poured his heart out into heartfelt cries.

"It's been hell knowing that if I did any of this, she'd see me as some complete psycho stranger." he cried in frustration.

"I love her. But she doesn't want me. I love her. But she doesn't know me."

The boy's body gave out and he collapsed onto the floor, weeping in intense pain.

Holy shit.

I've never seen him like this before.

"Jake-ah please don't be like this." I blurted as I felt my eyes well up in tears.

My heart ached in pain at the sight of the boy whimpering on the ground.

"Shut up Sunghoon! You wouldn't understand any of this." Heesung suddenly yelled as he tried to sniff his tears back into his eyes.

He's right.

I wouldn't understand.

My guilt-stricken thoughts were then cut off when the boy on the floor erupted in cries.

"No YOU shut up Heesung. You're the one who doesn't understand! You're the one with everything. Fans, skills, looks, EVERYTHING. And most of all. You're the one who stole my girl."

The younger boy heaved short deep breaths as his anger got the best of him. The poor boy only trying to help instantly fell into a pit of guilt.

"Jake...I-"

Heesung was cut off when Jake spoke up again.

"Don't even try to act like you weren't aware of the absolute shithole I've been in since you started 'dating' Soojin." he growled.

"If you really did understand, you'd know that the moment you started playing along with Soojin's memories, was the moment you chose her over me."

Taken a back by the aggressive words of the boy, Heesung got up from the ground and took a step back.

"Jake, I-I'm s-so sorry." he stuttered, trembling in tears.

Before Jake could say any more, the older boy disappeared down the hall.

"Sorry my ass." spat Jake as he watched the hyung speed off.

I watched as the boy got up from the ground and stormed off in the other direction.

This is not going to end well.