HONEY ! 04
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Freaky, wasn't the correct term to explain the situation that Jaemin was in. He just couldn't wrap around his head to how Jeno knew. It was impossible! The boy would have needed to press his hand against his chest before claiming his argument, but, he simply already knew. Maybe he was just a great guesser, Jaemin knew that this was already getting out of hand but still. The story was childish and something he didn't want to get involved in.

But, he did.

That day, Jaemin wasn't able to respond to Jeno. No words, simply a blank expression. Jeno intertwined their hands slowly and gently, not wanting to frighten the boy. "You know, you and I wouldn't be so bad together. This doesn't necessarily mean being in a romantic relationship, since I obviously don't know who you're interested in and in all means I don't know much about you. But, overall as friends we can start there and build it gradually. Only if you want. I know you're probably freaking out right now, but trust me, it's all apart of the process."

"W—What do you mean all apart of the process!" Jaemin shouts, pulling his hand away from Jeno's, which slightly hurt the other boy's feelings. "Y—You need to explain to me how you know, and how to stop this!"

"Jaemin, this is how it goes." Jeno reassures, "I really can't tell you much since I know you'll freak out. But, if we end up together, all I will say is that it'll be great." The boy gives him a smile, though he's seen it before Jaemin can't control the organ that goes crazy for the individual in front of him. "Can you trust me?"

Jaemin groans, "Fine.." He didn't want to make this matter anymore complicated but all he needed was answers. It's all he's asked for. But, nobody, specifically Jeno himself wouldn't give them to him. "I'm only trusting you because I don't like this feeling.."

"Being in love is something people can dislike, yeah understandable. Though, I won't break your heart Na Jaemin. That's not my goal."

"Goal? You're acting as if this is some type of mission!" Jaemin once again hits Jeno with more of his frustration, "Please Jeno, just tell me what I need to do to stop all this weird stuff.."

"What you're feeling isn't weird. It's love. Well, somewhat blossoming love.." The boy mutters to himself, trying to compile the words together. "Anyways! You and I are destined to be together. Isn't that clear? I know it'll be hard to take in but—"

"Jeno, we're destined to be together but look, this is the first time I've seen your face and it's our second year in high school what's going on."

"You know our sophomore class is huge right? About five hundred students, you can't know every single face out there." Jeno points out, "Can you Nana?"

"N—No."

Jeno crosses his arms and nods, "That's what I thought." He sighs, somewhat out of breath as Jeno was getting tired of explaining everything. He wished Jaemin was a bit more accepting, little did he understand that there were people within the school and in their area that were brought together due to their interaction on the street. "Now, lets get along okay? You do know the tale but do you understand the consequences if we don't end up together?"

Jaemin shakes his head, he didn't even know that there were negative effects that were aligned with the story. Donghyuck never talked about that! Unless, he wasn't listening of course.. "Can you..tell me about them?"

"Yeah sure," Jeno shortly complies, Jaemin needed to be aware of them anyways. Besides, the next set of words that were gonna come out his mouth may change his perspective on the situation they're in. "You," He once again places his finger on Jaemin's heart, "And I," Jeno raises a brow, looking into his eyes as his tone changes, "Won't be able to fall in love again."

Jaemin's eyes widen slightly, he backs away from Jeno and gives his an odd expression. "Wait, what!" He yells, voice echoing throughout the empty hall, "Jeno! That's crazy, that basically means we're forced to be together."

"Jaemin it's destiny what do you expect?"

"No this isn't destiny! This is bullshit!" His voice becomes even louder, "This whole thing is dumb! Don't you think it is! You can't possibly believe this childish story is true, it's just impossible..it's a myth!"

"A myth that has brought people together—"

Jaemin scoffs, shaking his head as he interrupts the boy. "How do you know that? Give me at least one couple that have successfully got together because of lovers st."

"Easy," Jeno chuckles, running his fingers through his own hair. "Mark Lee was there the other day. He ran into your friend Donghyuck, guessing he didn't tell you anything yet."

"No.." Jaemin replies quietly, "So..what are you trying to tell me?"

Jeno points behind Jaemin, at first he doesn't understand what he's trying to say. But, Jaemin finally turns himself around and there he catches a glimpse of his best friend's hand intertwined with Mark's. An unexpected surprise that he never thought he'd see this soon, especially since Donghyuck has admired the older boy since the seventh grade. "N—No way..that can't be because of—"

"Jaemin, we don't have a time limit so don't feel rushed. I know, it's weird and I didn't think I'd find myself in this place as well. But hey, let's make the best of it okay?"

"Jeno."Is all Jaemin mutters, but this time when he says his name there is no irritation or frustration. It's softer, this time. He takes a deep breath and sticks his hand out for him to shake, "Fine, let's get along. But, don't try anything weird until I'm ready.."

"Of course," Jeno smiles, "But, don't fall for me too hard okay Nana?"

"Stupid! Don't say things like that!"