Y/N stepped into the sports hall, and saw that all the members of Canaries were in distress. Woojin was giving a very stressed-out Chan a back massage, while the rest of the team were running around like headless chickens. Basketballs were flying through the air, making quite a mess of the whole place.

"What the duck is going on in here?!" you said walking over to Chan and Woojin

"I just can't get the Canries' formation figured out. So everyone just went haywire out of frustration." Chan sighed "And tactics, don't even get me started on the tactics" "It's okay Channie, just breathe in and out You're doing your best, the team is just, well, not really co-operating " Woojin said trying to console Chan, as he carried on giving him a massage

"Boy,oh, boy. What's going on with the Canaries. The finals are two weeks away, and they've decided that now's the right time to be mucking around. Not on my watch!"

"Chan, Woojin let me take it from here" you said

 "Oh really, Y/N. Thank you, take the stage" Woochan replied

 "With pleasure"

You walked right into the centre of the sports hall, with a whistle in hand. As you blew the whistle, a shrill sound swept across the entire room and all eyes of the team landed on you. A complete and utter state of silence had descended onto the hall .

Not for long, though

"RIGHT LISTEN UP CANARIES. 

You're all acting like CHICKENS more than CANARIES at this moment. 

How do you think we'll win against the Hawks, in the coming weeks? 

Hmm. 

By dilly dallying. I should think not.

 Let's get into formation. Use the one we uses to beat the Bluejays.

 It's time to get your head in the game, boys!" (a/n High School Musical reference intended)

At this, everyone collectively gulped, and scurried off into position.

"Alright, let's play ball" you said, as you took your seat and watched the Canaries at work, giving tips on their performance.

"Lee Know, throw the ball a bit higher "

 "Han, please focus your entire attention onto the ball and not on someone else"

 "Felix, work on that jump"

 "Changbin, put some more throttle into your passes"

 "Seungmin, your aim is slipping, you've got to use more power and angle the ball better"

"Why don't you just hire her, Chan?" Woojin said "She's literally running rings around the whole team" 

"I wish I could, but then I'd be out if the job" Chan gestured towards Y/N as he placed a light, delicate kiss on Woojin's hand 

"And we wouldn't want that, would we?" 

"Of course not" "Besides, she loves to help and watch the game. Basketball is essentially her life"

As if on cue , Y/N went up to Woochan.

 "I think you can take things from here, Chan"

 "Certainly, and thank you Y/N for all your help"

 "No worries, It's my pleasure. I'll go back to my seat, I don't want to disturb you and your boyfriend" Y/N winked before running off to her seat.

Woochan looked back at her, and laughed to themselves. 

"Right, Woojin let's get back to work. Then, I'll buy you some chicken. Deal?"

 "Deal. I could never say no to chicken. Or to you" 

"Aw, how sweet"

 "But most importantly, chicken" 

"OI!" Chan said giving Woojin a soft nudge, with an offended look on his face

Meanwhile, Y/N was watching the Canaries play, when she spotted a familiar face among the seats.

"Oh hi Hee-Young, it's been a while hasn't it? How are you?" as you walked to the row of seats above you to sit beside her

 "Yes it has been, Y/N. I'm doing great. What about you?" 

"Couldn't be better"

 "By the way, you're amazing with the Canaries "

"Oh it's nothing, really. I just have a knack for these kind of things. "

"How do you get them to listen to you?" 

"They know whose boss" 

"Fair enough" Hee Young replied

For a while, both you and Hee-Young didn't do anything. Instead, both of you watched the game in companionable silence. Until Hee-Young decided to break it.

"Were you happy, when the Canaries won against the BlueJays?" 

"Of course I was, is that a trick question? I presume you were happy"

 "Extremely. They say that sports it about participation. But it's all about the winning, hun."

Hee-Young paused, before drooling on "The attention, the recognition, the press coverage.."

You watched as Hee-Young carried on drawing out, and lavishing over her words that made you feel sick to your stomach. Irritated, you decided to shatter the poor girl's fantasy by asking Hee-Young a question. That should bring her back to reality.

"What about the joy of celebrating with your... boyfriend ??" you questioned

 "Oh, that too" Hee-Young said matter-of-fact, with a wave of her hand

"Hmmmmm. I smell a rat. How can all your mind ,Hee-Young, be on winning a game more than the person you're dating? Or maybe it's just me being suspicious" you thought

The sound of a whistle startled you, interrupting your train of thought. It was Chan. He had just ended practice and told the Canaires to go off and get changed.

As they were leaving to go to the changing rooms, Hee-Young said that she needed to pop off to the loo. So there you were, left alone in the sports hall, or so you thought.

"Hi" Seungmim said, he was dressed in the same black shirt and tan shorts from earlier, but now with a white towel, draped around his neck. He used the towel to wipe the sweat off of his brow, which really brought out his eyes

"Damn you, Kim Seungmin and your sweet angelic eyes. Oh and and damn you Y/N, keep you shit together"

"Earth to Y/N, Earth to Y/N do you copy?" Seungmin said 

"Rodger that, sorry I kind of spaced out for a bit"

 "As always" Seungmin chuckled and looked around the sports hall "Where's Hee-Young?"

 "In the loo"

 "Ahh, anyways, could I ask you a favour?"

 "Sure, anything for my best friend. How can I be of service?" you said while making a mock bow towards him

"Well... could you maybe distract Hee-Young while she's gone ,so I can surprise her" 

"Sure thing, Min"

 "Great!" Seungmin said and went to hide behind the row of chairs behind you.

 "And remember, I was never here" He made a 'shhh' gesture before retreating to his hiding place on the floor.

Shortly afterwards, Hee-Young reappeared from the toilet. As she walked, back towards her seat, she tucked a stray strand of hair behind her ear, into its rightful place. You smiled at her, like the awkward clown you were, praying that she wouldn't suspect anything. She smiled back at you, as she settled back into her seat. Completely unaware of the surprise that awaited her.

"Y/N, why are you smiling like that" 

"Uhh. Am I that suspecting" you thought to yourself 

"No reason" 

"Something's up, tell me" 

"Nuh uh"

 "Uh huh"

"I'll tell you" Seungmin said while back-hugging Hee-Young from behind, earning a surprised shriek from her.

Anyone, could see the rays of warmth and affection Seungmin channeled towards her from the hug. To tell the truth, that boy could give the sun, a run for his money.

"Happy 3rd anniversary, Hee-Young!" Seungmin said "One full of surprises"

At this, Hee-Young looked down to see a necklace with an silver infinity pendant had been placed on her neck.

You see, Seungmin had stealthily managed to put the necklace around Hee-Young ,while she was in shock, from the sudden hug attack.

"Aww, Minnie you shouldn't have" Hee-Young exclaimed "Y/N you were put up to this weren't you" 

You shrugged "What can I say?"

 "And there's more to come" Seungmin sai,  while guiding Hee-Young gently down the steps.

Making your way out of school, the three of you talked and laughed about nonsense until you were at the school gates.(a/n yes, this is the second time I've included the gates. I think I just like it as a setting to be honest)

"Well, we'll see you Y/N" Seungmin said "I'm off to take Hee-Young on a date to celebrate our anniversary"

 "Sweet, where are you two going?"

"Café La Crema" the couple said in unison

La Crema. Café La Cream. In that moment, the world ceased to exist and began to swim before your eyes, while all thoughts spiraled and spiraled around in your mind.

Thoughts of regret. 

Thoughts of loss.

This was met with an equal reaction from your body. Your heartbeat quickened and your throat clogged up, until you thought you were about to set off like a ticking time bomb.

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"BREATHE Y/N, ... breathe. Conceal, don't feel. Don't let them know" you told yourself, just about managing to regain your composure, before Hee-Young and Seungmin could notice any difference.

"Great, have an awesome time!" you said, donning a smile 

"We will, you can be sure about that. Goodbye Y/N" the couple replied. 

"Goodbye Seu-Young" (a/n I decide to create a ship name for the Hee-Young and Seungmin because I'm sick of writing the couple every time)

Looking on, you watched as the couple made their way towards Café La Crema. Then you turned to walk down the paths, making your way back home.

Slipping in your earphones as your walked, Crash and Burn was streaming from your mobile phone. You reflected on the day so far. 

"I honestly feel like I'm the humble servant girl who fell for the prince, but his heart was claimed by the princess." Flashbacks began to flit though your mind. The mock bow in the sports hall. Hee-Young fixing her hair. Seungmin guiding her down the steps, like a true prince. They seemed to validate your thoughts.

You sighed.

" Café La Crema. That fateful place. I thought I was over it by know, I mean it was three years ago. Apparently not so, because triggered such a strong reaction. Uh well, it is what it is"

You knew you would always regret this for the rest of your life, and there was no escaping it. Besides, dejavu is intoxicating.

Word Count: 1,820

Author Note: 

Sorry for the long wait, I've been busy with school,and I was sick last weekend but I'm better now

This chapter was a bit annoying towards the end. I struggled bringing it to a close, and writing the necklace part. The start was great though, and I'm proud of myself for incorporating chicken into the story.

I tried to find an aesthetic word for the name, but nothing matched so the I went with crema, which is cream in Spanish.

The next chapter is going to be a flashback, I've been looking forward to writing for so long, so stay tuned.

MyStay_inthebuilding Out!  <3