"Do you like dancing?" I heard someone ask as I turned around and made direct eye contact with a pair of brown eyes that belonged to Ren.

"No"

"Oh?" He said he was surprised, raising an eyebrow.

"Ask me anyway," I countered, a smile tugging at the corners of my lips.

"Maybe I will surprise you."

He chuckled, clearly amused by my challenge, before leaning in and whispering, "Would you like to dance with me?" I couldn't resist his charming smile and confident demeanor, so I nodded my head in agreement.

"Yes, I would," I replied with a grin, feeling my heart race with excitement.

He took my hand in his, warm and reassuring, leading me to the dance floor. I felt the eyes of jealousy, wishing that they were in my place. I placed my arms around his neck as the music slowed, and he circled his arms around my waist and pulled me closer to his. The warmth of his touch sent shivers down my spine.

I looked up to find his eyes locked on mine, filled with a mixture of desire and affection. It was a kind of stare I would only see in movies making me feel like the star of my own romantic film.

"Why are you looking at me like that?" I whispered, feeling a blush rise to my cheeks. His response was simple, "Because you're beautiful," making my heart skip a beat.

"Tell me something I already don't know," I teased, trying to hide my feelings of vulnerability. His smile widened, revealing his dimples.

"No, really," he insisted, his voice soft and sincere. "You have no idea how captivating you are to me." My heart fluttered at his words, feeling a warmth spread through me.

"Ren, I need to tell you something," I began, my voice shaky with nerves. He looked at me intently, waiting for me to continue. "I was given an opportunity, but it involves me leaving for a while."

His face faltered for a little while, then he composed himself and nodded. "I understand," he said. His arms dropped from my waist as he shook his head.

"I need to get a drink." I watched him walk away, feeling a pang of sadness in my chest. As he disappeared into the crowd, I knew that this conversation would change everything between us.

"Yeah, okay," I responded quietly, feeling the weight of my decision settle in. The thought of leaving him behind was almost unbearable, but I knew it was something I had to do for myself.

Surprisingly, Sunghoon wasn't my driver; it was another man. I was in the car on my way home, feeling frustrated as it finally sank in. To my surprise, I barely saw any other F4s at that dance. It was only Ren, and after that dance, I barely saw him for the rest of that night.

It was as if it were my fault, but no matter how much I tried to search for him, he seemed to have disappeared. The realization that I may have lost my chance to say goodbye properly left a heavy feeling in my chest.

I hadn't even yet decided if I was going to take this opportunity. I was so angry, confused, and disappointed all at once.

As I made it home, I took off my shoes to find a single maid about to leave for the night. She informed me that my father had left to do some business, and it was only me at home. This only added to my frustration, knowing that I had missed him by mere minutes.

As I showered and entered the kitchen, I saw Sunghoon standing near the fire. "My god, you startled me," I said, startled.

"Do you hate me?" He asked his voice barely above a whisper. I paused, unsure of how to respond to his unexpected question.

"Of course I don't hate you," I replied, trying to sound reassuring. "Why would you think that?"

"Then why don't you tell me anything, Juliette? What's this about a job offer?" I hesitated, unsure of how to explain the situation without causing further tension. "I didn't want to say anything until I was sure about my own decision," I replied.

"Why are you angry at me? I thought you would be happy for me."

"I am happy for you, but I just wish you had talked to me about it first," he said, his tone softening. "Why does everyone get angry at me for something I haven't even decided? Its not your choice, whether I take the job or not," I said, feeling defensive.

"Juliette-"

"No, Sunghoon, you don't get to be upset with me for not consulting you. This is my decision to make, not yours," I interrupted, feeling the tension rise between us.

"Juliette, do you not understand why I feel this way?" He asked , his voice tinged with hurt. I shrugged my shoulders.

"My god, Juliette, do you not see how horrible the need is for me to know if you are okay? I can't risk losing someone again, especially you.".

"Well, then stop it! Stop these feelings you have for me because I can't promise you anything," I replied, my voice cracking with emotion. "I can't be responsible for your happiness or well-being, Sunghoon."

"I can't, Juliette," he said suddenly stepping closer to me. "I can't just turn off my feelings for you, no matter how hard I try," he confessed, his eyes searching mine for understanding. "The fact you even just asked me that just shows how blind you are to your power over me," he said before walking past me.

"Sunghoon, I dont love you like that" I said as I watched him stood their for a while before hearing the front door shut. I realized that he wasn't coming back.

I sighed. " I guess some things are just meant to be left unsaid." I whispered to myself, feeling a pang of regret for not being able to express my true feelings.

As I stood there in the now empty room, I couldn't help but replay the conversation over and over in my mind. His words echoed in my head, and I couldn't shake the feeling of sadness that lingered in the air. I had always known that there was a connection between us, but I never realized just how deep his feelings ran.

And now, as I watched him walk away, I couldn't help but wonder if I had made a mistake by not being more open about my own emotions. I told him I dont love him. There was someone else weighing on my mind. 

The next day at school, it was our last day. The normal crowd was waiting outside of the building.

I decided not to want to see Sunghoon, and I think our thoughts were the same.

I took the bus along with Gorya.

"Where were you last night?" she questioned.

"What do you mean? I was at the dance; where are you?" I replied.

"Thyme decided to surprise me at the Kocher Stadium," she replied with a bright smile. I stared at her facial features in awe. A teasing smile spread on my face.

She suddenly blushed, a red tint appearing on her cheeks. "Looks like someone had a good time," I teased, causing her to playfully shove my shoulder.

"Please don't stare at me like that; it's embarrassing," she said, her smile widening. "I can't help it; you look beautiful when you blush," I replied, making her blush even more. I laughed at her reaction.

As we continued chatting on the bus ride home, I couldn't help but feel grateful for our friendship.

"It was a little weird; Ren seemed upset last night," she said, staring at me with concern in her eyes. "Did something happen between you too?" I shook my head, reassuring her that everything was fine between Ren and me. "Maybe he's just going through something personal," I suggested while rolling my eyes.

As we got to school, me and Gorya walked with interlinked arms. Our laughter echoed through the hallways, drawing curious glances from our classmates. As we walked towards F4, I couldn't stand to make eye contact with Ren. He seemed to be ignoring me as well, which didn't seem to go unnoticed.

Mj and Kavin looked at each other. Before whispering, "Are those two okay?" Mj whispered to Kavin, to which he shrugged in response.

Ren POV

I couldn't help but draw my attention to the ground. I couldn't stand to look at her. I know our friends are starting to notice something is off between us. It's becoming harder to ignore the tension building up.

The minute I heard she was considering traveling, I knew I had to confront my feelings before it was too late. I couldn't bear the thought of losing her without ever telling her how I truly felt.

I realized that the reason I was feeling so angry was because I had hopelessly fallen for Juliette. Maybe it was the way she laughed or the way she looked at me, or maybe it was just the way she made me feel alive. I was so stupid to realize that I had been in love with her all along. Now, I had to find the courage to tell her before it was too late.

"Juli," I called out to her; however she turned around and walked away, leaving me standing there in silence. My heart sank as I watched her disappear into the distance, knowing that I had missed my chance. I cursed myself for not speaking up sooner and for letting fear hold me back from expressing my true feelings. But deep down, I knew that I would never forgive myself if I didn't at least try to tell her how I felt. With determination in my heart, I ran after her, determined to finally confess my love for Juliette.

I had just finished my class when I was heading to the rooftop. I'm hoping to find someone waiting for me there. As I reached the rooftop, I saw Juliette standing at the edge, looking out at the school below. She seemed to be lost in her thoughts when I wrapped my arms around her.

She seemed shocked and struggled before I whispered in her ear. "Please don't leave," I begged, my voice barely above a whisper. Juliette stood still as I took a deep breath.

"There's too much to say, too much to discuss, but I just need to tell you. I need you." I could feel her tense up in my arms before she slowly turned around to face me. Her eyes were filled with uncertainty and confusion as she searched my face for answers. "I didn't think you cared," she finally said, her voice barely audible.

I took a step closer, holding her gaze. "I care more than you'll ever know," I replied, my voice filled with sincerity. Juliette's expression softened as she reached out to hold my hand.

"I want so many things," he said as he stared into her eyes. "I want to be there for you, to support you, to make you happy," he continued, his voice full of emotion. My fingers grazed the hem of her top, sending a shiver down her spine. "I want to be the one you turn to when you're feeling lost, the one who makes you feel loved and cherished," he whispered, his breath warm against her cheek.

Juliette POV

I can't imagine the guy who was so quiet and reserved now pouring his heart out to me in such a vulnerable way. It was as if a whole new side of him was being revealed, and I couldn't help but feel my own walls crumbling in response to his sincerity.

He swallows hard, his chest visibly heaving, his words breathless. Before I hear a shaky whisper when he says, "Im so desperately in love with you," he pauses, waiting for my reaction, his eyes searching mine for any sign of reciprocation. The vulnerability in his voice tugs at my heartstrings, making me realize that maybe, just maybe, I feel the same way too.

"Juliette?-" He asked before his head fell; he was about to walk away before I grabbed his hand and pulled his back towards me as I placed my lips on his.

Yes, it was some kind of back kiss, but that moment, it spoke volumes. It was a silent confession of my feelings for him, a way to show him without words that I felt the same way. As we pulled away, I saw the relief wash over his face, a smile breaking through the vulnerability that had been etched there just moments before. In that moment, I knew that our love was real and meant to be.

"I love you too, stupid," I whispered, my heart swelling with happiness. The unspoken bond between us only grew stronger as we stood there, connected in a way that words could never fully express.

"Does that mean you're mine now? "He asked with a playful smile as he wrapped his arms around me in a tight embrace. I nodded, feeling secure in the knowledge that our love was genuine and unwavering.

A/N: Hello Readers, I don't know if you enjoyed this chapter comment if you did. But thank you regardless of your feedback. I appreciate all of your support as I continued to write and share this story with you. Love always, the author. Thank you for reading!