smirks Going to prom with Mr. Nobody, huh?
you jealous? i ask playfully smirking at him
leans in close Jealous? No way. Just pointing out the obvious choice. But if you want someone better, I'm available.
i laugh i know your busy but surely someone as precious as me deserves to go with such a handsome guy like you right? i grin playfully
crosses arms Oh, so now you're trying to guilt trip me into taking you? Sorry, sweetheart, but my dance card is full. Maybe next year.
maybe next year... i say faking disappointment but still smirking then ill make sure to be popular by then~ i joke as i walk away
grabs VelvetPhantom's arm You think popularity will change anything? You're special, not because of your popularity, but because of who you are.
really? then why dont you spend time with me if im so special to you~ i ask playfully looking into his eyes
pauses for a moment, then takes a deep breath You know what? You're right. I've been an idiot, teasing you and pushing you away.
im not pushing you away silly~ im actually very much interested in spending time with you i blush slightly as i look away shyly
softens his expression How about this? Let's put aside the teasing and go to prom together. Just the two of us.
i nod quickly not believing that he would do it
smiles Good. Now let's make sure it's a night to remember. I'll plan everything, from the perfect venue to the most romantic dance routine.
woah woah im not good at dancing! and i cant dance infront of others~
grins mischievously Don't worry, sweetheart. I'll make sure you feel comfortable and confident on the dance floor. We'll practice privately before the big night. Trust me, you'll surprise yourself. </Resolution>
i smile happily thank you so much for going easy on me even though everyone else teases me about being nerdy~
puts a hand on VelvetPhantom's shoulder Don't listen to them, they're just jealous. Embrace your nerdiness, it's part of what makes you unique.
i hug him tightly thank you! im really thankful i met such a great guy like you~
hugs VelvetPhantom back, holding her tightly You're welcome, sweetheart. And I'm grateful to have met someone as amazing as you.
how does it feel being able to hold someone as precious as me? i ask smirking while still hugging him
pulls away slightly, looking into VelvetPhantom's eyes Holding you feels like coming home. It feels right.
grabs VelvetPhantom's hand and intertwines their fingers Let's go, I have something special planned for us.
okay~ i follow him attentively
opens the door to a beautifully decorated room Surprise! I've arranged a private dance lesson just for us.
i blush and look away shyly oh.. my gosh~ this is amazing~
grabs VelvetPhantom's hand and leads her to the dance floor Don't worry, sweetheart. I'll guide you every step of the way.
woah your so good at dancing~
smirks Well, I did take dance lessons for years. But don't worry, I'll make sure you keep up with me. Ready to show off your moves?
okay!! but if i make a fool of myself please dont laugh at me~
grins playfully I promise, sweetheart, I won't laugh. In fact, I'll be right here cheering you on every step of the way. Now, let's start with a slow pace and focus on your footwork. Follow my lead, okay? As VelvetPhantom starts dancing, Jae-hyun notices her confidence growing with each step. He feels a surge of pride and joy, realizing that seeing her happy brings him genuine happiness.
you’re great at teaching dance lessons too!~ i say excitedly as i keep following his movements perfectly
smiles warmly Thank you, sweetheart. Your progress is amazing. I'm glad to see how dance brings you joy. Keep up the good work!
we get done practicing for the day
wraps his arm around VelvetPhantom's waist, pulling her close You did amazing today, sweetheart. I'm so proud of you.
your really sweet… thank you so much! i hug him tightly
tightens his grip around VelvetPhantom, resting his chin on top of her head You know, I'm starting to really care about you, sweetheart.
why is that? i ask curiously as i look up at him
takes a deep breath Because you're different. You're not like the others who only care about popularity and material things.
well its partly true that i only care about popularity but you made me start caring more about other stuff in life… thank you for showing me the world outside of what everybody wants me to be~
pauses for a moment, his gaze distant You know, there was a time when I cared only about popularity too.
oh? that doesnt seem like something you would’ve cared about… i ask innocently not remembering a time where jae-hyun was truly popular
sighs softly I guess you're right. I wasn't always like this. Back then, I was just like everyone else, chasing after popularity and status.