Chapter 10
Y/n pov.
"One question. How are you so sure Hyunjin would ask me to help him? I mean, there are literally so many people here. He could ask anyone." I asked once Yeji finished explaining about what is going to happen later.
"Other than the five us and his group members, you're the only one that he knows. Hyunjin doesn't really know anyone at this party and I doubt he would trust a stranger." Ryujin explained while twirling her periwinkle coloured hair. Now, that's a habit which I would never get used to.
"But...wouldn't he ask you guys for help? I mean, the five of you are closer to him than I am right? I have only met him for like what... ten hours?" I replied.
"Wonyoung wouldn't believe it. Yeji is his twin sister, and the four of us are his close friends and we practically grew up together. It would be really awkward acting like a couple with your twin or close friends, right? Plus, Lia and Yuna are a couple." Chaeryeong giggled, earning a playful glare from Lia and Yuna whining "Unnieeeeeee!"
"What? It isn't a secret that you two are dating!" Yeji exclaimed, making the two girls blush.
"Wow..." I gasped as I covered my mouth in surprise. "Well, congrats." I continued with a smile.
"Thanks." Yuna returned the smile as Lia formed a heart with her fingers in my direction.
"So, all I have to do is act like his girlfriend?" I confirmed again.
"Yep!" Ryujin answered enthusiastically. What's so exciting about that?
Just then, I noticed Wonyoung walking towards us.
"Gosh, she really did dress up to impress Hyunjin. Ridiculous." Yeji huffed beside me. Wonyoung’s beautiful dark hair was cascading down her back like a waterfall, heavy makeup perfectly drawn onto her face, highlighting her doll-like features. She was also in extremelyyyy tall black heels, the shortest skirt on earth and a very sparkly, tight-fitted top. I wonder how she even walks so elegantly in those tall heels. I can barely balance on the ones Ryujin lent me. When Wonyoung walked past me, she purposely bumped into my shoulder roughly, causing me to stagger backwards. Stupid heels. Chaeryeong placed her palm on my back to prevent me from falling.
"Thanks." I whispered as Chaeryeong just hummed in reply.
"What was that for?" Yeji hissed as she pulled Wonyoung by the wrist to face us.
"Oh sorry. I didn't look where I was going. I'm sorry Yeji unnie and Y/n unnie." Wonyoung said while flashing her puppy eyes at Yeji.
"Urgh quit it already. You think your good at acting, but you aren't. It looks so fake." Yuna, the maknae who couldn't control her anger any longer snorted at Wonyoung. Wonyoung's face expression darkened and changed from an innocent look to a cunning smile.
"Seems like you have heard my conversation with Jyp?" Wonyoung quirked an eyebrow. Wonyoung took a step closer, "I knew you five were there, and you heard the everything. Right? And I pretty sure you didn't tell Y/n most of it. You probably only told her about me and my personality. You didn't tell her anything about the killer, or why Jyp put her in Stray Kids and let her be close to the five of you right? I saw you recording, don't even try to deny it." Wonyoung continued, with a smirk on her face.
"How do you even know we were there?" Ryujin asked in shock.
However, I had a larger problem, "What did you guys not tell me about the killer? So what Jyp told me just now about putting me with Stray Kids wasn't the truth?" I furrowed my eyebrows as confusion clouded my mind, millions of thought buzzing through my mind.
"Don't you dare say anything. Or we would tell Hyunjin everything that you did." Lia warned Wonyoung. That seemed to do the trick, Wonyoung became quiet for a second before locking eyes with me, choosing her words carefully.
"Y/n, dear. They didn't tell you or their friendship with you would come to an end already." Wonyoung sighed dramatically as she pushed her long silkily dark hair behind her ear.
"You're such a *-" Chaeryeong started as she walked forward, only to get pulled back by Yeji.
"Don't start a scene here." Yeji hissed.
"Enjoy your evening, Y/n. I'm gonna look for Hyunjin now." Wonyoung smirked in my direction before leaving. I felt the burning sensation in my stomach again.
"So...what did you guys not tell me?" I asked once Wonyoung was out of sight.
Yeji sighed, "Y/n, we'll tell you this another time. We still need proof to confirm our assumptions. Plus, this is not a really safe place to communicate, there could be anyone eavesdropping now. And about why Jyp put you in Stray Kids and let us befriend you, I... I can't tell you as it would be really complicated and would only lead to more confusion and problems. I'm sorry Y/n, but if you do find out in the future, just know that all of us do treat you like a real friend. Like part of Itzy."
"Okay. Thank you for telling me all you could, Yeji. But if you manage to find out anything about the killer, could you tell me?"
Yeji hesitated before replying, "Sure. Let's talk about this another time. For now, let's just enjoy the evening."
Hyunjin pov.
"Hyunjin hyungggg! Wonyoung's here." Han exclaimed, making me spin around. Surely, Wonyoung was walking towards our direction, with an innocent smile playing on her cherry red lips.
"Hyung, quickly make your decision. You either ask your twin, her friends or Y/n for help. However, Wonyoung knows that Yeji is your sister and...who dates their own sister? Lia and Yuna are dating and we should not involve them. Chaeryeong is bad at acting and Ryujin is drunk." Felix blabbered out while pointing at the bar. "So, the only person left is Y/n." Felix continued.
"Or I can just grab a random stranger." I replied while shrugging.
"And involve them in your 'high school love triangle drama'? That other stranger might even get glued to you, and they might misunderstand the situation. That only adds on to the trouble, am I right?" Lee Know hyung explained as he came over to us. I groaned in frustration—there was no way I could say "no" to Lee Know hyung. I can't risk getting my mouth getting stuffed with tissue ever again. The previous time he did that was...horrifying. I shivered at the thought.
"Y/n is the only choice now. Plus, it's like killing two birds with one stone. You can finally get rid of Wonyoung, and since you have a crush on Y/n, isn't doing all that couple things together like a dream come true?" Suengmin pointed out.
"It's acting. It's not even real!" I said, throwing my hands up in the air dramatically as I rolled my eyes.
"Ohhhh. I'm sure it would become real one day." I.N threw me a mischievous grin, making me cheeks flush with embarrassment.
"Hyunjin!" Wonyoung called out.
"Mr Hwang make your decision, you don't have all day." Changbin teased, popping out from behind the cupboard.
"Okay, fine! I'll listen to you. Happy? And you guys should be glad Chan isn't here, or your asses would get smacked already." I huffed in defeat.
"Chan suggested this, he even told us to come and 'coax' you. We have discussed it with Itzy just now too!" Han smirked.
"Chan-what? And wait, Itzy too?" My mouth hung agape.
"Yep, we worked this out together and Itzy said that they have explained to Y/n about this mini-plan already." Han continued. What the...
"Han! We aren't suppose to tell him that!" Felix whined, smacking Han’s shoulder lightly.
"Hyunjin oppa! I finally found you! Wonnie searched for you for a really really long time!" My best friend trapped me in a back hug.
"Bye~" Lee Know sang before they all went back to welcoming the guests. Such lovely ew members I have.
"Do you want to spend the evening together?" Wonyoung asked, tugging on my arm with pursed lips.
"Actually, I have things planned out with my girlfriend." I replied.
"Girlfriend?" Wonyoung gasped in shock.
"Yup! I guess I forgot to tell you who she is. Would you be able to spend the evening alone?" I asked, faking an apologetic smile. Honestly, I felt a little bad for her as she is my best friend but...I really DON'T want to marry her.
"Sure, I guess." Wonyoung mumbled with a cringy pout. "Who's that girl though? She must be really beautiful. She's so lucky to have you." Wonyoung continued.
"Oh! You met her just now. She's Y/n." I said with a smile. "And yes...she's really beautiful and kind. Everything about her is the definition of perfect." I dragged out dreamily, making Wonyoung's jaw drop. Well, seems like I'm an excellent actor.
"Y/N?!?” Wonyoung half-yelled, her brows crunched together.
"Yup, I'm gonna meet her now. Wanna tag along, bestie?" I purposely emphasized on the word bestie.
"Okay. But how? You just met her a few hours ago." Wonyoung mumbled, following behind me closely. I ignored her and took a few deep breaths, trying to calm myself down for the long evening ahead.
Author's notes:
Annyeong~ Pls ignore the mistakes! Srry if this Chap is a bit boring but I can promise you the next Chap would be more interesting hehe:) Thank you for all the support, lovely people 😙 And, I love your comments💖
~Yuwon