Unraveled
Crossed Paths
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Scene 1: College Cafeteria - Morning
The cafeteria buzzes with the usual morning chatter, trays clinking and laughter echoing across the room. Jisung sits stiffly at their usual table, glancing around nervously.
Jisung
Guys... I feel like they're staring again.
Seungmin
Jisung no one is staring at you, they are staring at them.
Seungmin tilts his head toward the table by the window, where Hyunjin, Bang Chan, Lee Know, and Changbin sit.
Hyunjin flips his hair like it’s a shampoo commercial, Bang Chan laughs easily, Lee Know checks his watch, and Changbin leans back with a smirk.
Felix
It’s like they’re in their own drama. So untouchable.
I.N
More like terrifying. Even their smiles feel expensive 💵
Seungmin
Relax, I.N. They’re just people. 😮💨
I.N
Rich, intimidating people. If Lee Know even glances this way, I’m diving under the table. 😀
Han shifts uncomfortably, his gaze catching Lee Know’s for the briefest second. The older boy raises an eyebrow before looking away.
Jisung
I swear, they’re plotting something. 😶🌫
Felix
Relax Jisung, if they even are, we will protect you... probably
Jisung
Wow, thanks Felix that was so not... reassuring
The bell rings, signaling the end of the breakfast hour.
Seungmin
Let’s go. Art class starts in ten, and I’m not sitting next to Hyunjin again. 🙄
I.N
Why what's wrong with Hyunjin?
Seungmin
Everything. Literally Everything
The students settle into their easels and sketch pads. Hyunjin arrives fashionably late, tossing his bag onto a chair next to Seungmin.
Hyunjin
Morning, Seungmin.
Seungmin
You're late... again 😒
Hyunjin
Fashionably late. There's a difference 😉
The professor assigns a task: “Draw the person who inspires you.
(Hyunjin's eyes flicker to Seungmin)
Hyunjin
Perfect timing, stay still.
Seungmin
What? No way. Draw someone else
Hyunjin
No can do. You're inspiring whether you like it or not.
Hyunjin starts sketching, ignoring Seungmin’s protests.
The class ends and Seungmin glances at the sketch hyunjin drew while he fell asleep and leaves asap
Scene 3: Library - Afternoon
Minho
"Han Jisung. The anxious one. He’s interesting
Bangchan
Interesting? How?
Minho
He fidgets, like he’s hiding something. 👀
Changbin
Be careful, Minho. You’re starting to sound like a stalker.
Hyunjin
No comment. I don't want tissues on my mouth
Lee Know smirks, scrolling through his phone.
Scene 4: Music Room - Late Afternoon
Han sneaks into the music room after classes, hoping for some quiet time to play the piano. His hands tremble slightly as he plays a soft melody.
The door creaks open. Han jumps, his heart racing as Lee Know steps inside.
Minho
I need a duet partner for the music showcase. You’re good. You’ll do.
Minho
Yes, you. We don’t have much time to rehearse, so I need your answer tomorrow
Before Han can protest, Lee Know turns and leaves, leaving him frozen in place.
Scene 5: Han’s Dorm Room - Night
Jisung
(sits on his bed, staring at an old photo tucked in his notebook. A group of kids, arms wrapped around each other)
Jisung
(whispering) "Why now? Why him?"
A knock interrupts his thoughts. Felix peeks in, concerned.
Felix
You’ve been quiet since Lee Know talked to you. You okay?
Jisung
I’m fine. It’s just... memories.
Felix
(notices the photo and frowns)
Felix
Is that... from back then?
Jisung
Yeah. He was there, too. But he’s different now.
Felix
And so are you. Maybe that’s why he’s noticing you now. 🤔
Felix
Well it's late you should sleep, Hannie.
Jisung
Yeah, thanks lix. Goodnight. See you in the morning
Felix
Yeah sure, Goodnight. 🤗
Flickers of Interest
Scene 6: Rooftop - Morning
The rooftop is bathed in soft morning light. I.N leans against the railing, sipping a can of juice as Bang Chan joins him with two sandwiches in hand
Bangchan
I knew I would find you here
Bangchan
Don't tell me you have started skipping breakfast for the view
I.N
The cafeteria's too noisy
Bangchan
* hands him a sandwich, sitting down beside him.*
Bangchan
You’ve been acting off lately. Something on your mind?
I.N
It’s nothing, hyung. Just... sometimes it feels like no one sees the real me. Like I’m invisible
Bangchan
*Looks at him thoughtfully before nudging his shoulder*
Bangchan
You’re not invisible. You’re just quieter than most people. But that doesn’t mean we don’t notice you. 😟
I.N
*offers a small smile, his eyes softening*
I.N
Thanks, hyung. You always know what to say. 🙂
I.N
That’s what I’m here for. Now, come on. We’ve got art class in ten minutes, and I’m not letting you be late again.
Author
Bangchan and I.N share a history—one that will unfold as the story progresses.
Scene 7: Art Class - Studio
The art studio fills with chatter as students settle into their seats. Hyunjin saunters in late, his bag slung over his shoulder. He plops down next to Seungmin, who immediately groans.
Hyunjin
How’s your masterpiece coming along?
Hyunjin
*Leans closer, trying to peek at Seungmin’s sketchpad*
Seungmin
*Snaps it shut and glares at him*
Seungmin
Why are you always hovering around me? Don’t you have someone else to bother?
Hyunjin
Nope. You’re my favorite person to annoy
Seungmin
*Rolls his eyes and turns back to his work*
Hyunjin
*his gaze lingers on Seungmin*
Flashback
A rainy day in high school. A younger Hyunjin sits alone in an empty classroom, staring out the window. He’s startled when someone quietly places an umbrella on the desk beside him.
Young Seungmin
You looked like you needed it more than I did.
Professor
Hyunjin, focus on your own work, please.
Hyunjin
*Snaps out of the memory as the professor called his name*
Bang Chan and I.N share a table, quietly working on their assignments.
Bangchan
Who are you drawing I.N?
I.N
No one in particular. Just... someone I think about a lot.
Bangchan
*Raises an eyebrow but doesn’t press further, focusing on his own work.*
Meanwhile, Hyunjin’s eyes flicker to Seungmin, a rare moment of sincerity crossing his face as he sketches.
Hyunjin
(to himself): You’ll never understand how much you inspire me, Kim Seungmin.
Scene 8: Library - Afternoon
Bangchan
You’ve been watching Han a lot lately. What’s the deal?
Minho
He’s... interesting. There’s something about him I can’t figure out.
Bangchan
Or maybe you already know, and you’re just pretending you don’t.
Minho
*Smirks but doesn’t respond*
Across the campus, Han buries himself in a pile of books, trying to distract himself from the previous day’s encounter with Lee Know
Scene 9: Music Room - Afternoon
Jisung
*Sits at the piano, his fingers trembling as he tries to rehearse, keeps glancing at the door, half-expecting Lee Know to barge in again*
When the door finally creaks open, it’s Felix.
Felix
Hey, you look like you’re about to pass out. Breathe, Han.
Jisung
I can’t do this, Felix. Why would he pick me of all people? I’m not good enough.
Felix
*Sits beside him, resting a reassuring hand on Han’s shoulder*
Felix
Stop saying that. You’re better than you think. Maybe Lee Know sees something in you that you don’t.
Jisung
*Sighs, resting his head on the piano keys*
Jisung
I can't seem to trust him. He’s too... intense.
Felix
You don’t have to trust him right away. But maybe... give him a chance?
Before Han can reply, the door swings open, and Lee Know steps in, his presence filling the room.
Minho
You’re late for rehearsal.
Jisung
I wasn’t sure if I was going to say yes.
Minho
And yet, here you are.
Felix
*Glances between them, sensing the tension*
Felix
Uh, I’ll just... go.
Minho
Show me what you can do. Prove to me that I didn’t make a mistake choosing you.
Han hesitates but eventually starts playing, his anxiety melting away as the music takes over. Lee Know watches intently, his expression unreadable.
Scene 10: Flashback - Lee Know’s POV
Minho
*sits in his dimly lit dorm, quietly arranging his stuffs and a picture falls down his fingers trace the edges of the image as memories flood back*
Flashback
A younger Lee Know watches Han from afar as he performs on stage during a school talent show. Han’s smile is bright, but his hands tremble as he grips the microphone.
Younger Minho
(to himself) He’s scared, but he’s still going for it. Brave.
Present-day Lee Know snaps out of the memory, his expression hardening.
Minho
You don’t remember me, do you, Han? But I’ll make sure you never forget again.
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