Taekyung: "Haejin's an adult, he's 29, man. If he has feelings for someone, that's his business. As long as he's happy and it doesn't interfere with the group, I support it."
A pause.
"Also, it's incredibly obvious. Anyone with functioning eyes can see it. So the 'mystery' is kind of ridiculous."
Voice: "You're very direct."
Taekyung: "I don't see the point in dancing around obvious things. He likes her. She clearly likes him. Eventually they'll figure it out."
He shrugs.
"Until then, the rest of us get to watch and be entertained."
★☆★☆★☆
Finally, Haejin enters.
He looks exhausted but peaceful.
His eyes are still slightly red and puffy from crying multiple times today.
He sits in the chair and just breathes for a moment.
Voice: "How are you feeling?"
Haejin: "Overwhelmed. In the best way."
His voice is soft. Tired.
"I genuinely forgot my birthday. With everything happening—comeback preparation, this show, the schedule—I completely forgot."
