The next morning, the boys were up early, full of energy as they walked out of their rooms like sunshine incarnate. Meanwhile, the girls were still tangled in sleep, barely managing to open their eyes.
Nian yawned and groaned, "Why am I so sleepy today?"
Xuanye gave her a look like a ghost had walked in. "Where did you go last night? You came back at 10 p.m.!"
Nian froze, eyes wide. "I-I was just listening to music… I didn't even realize how fast time flew. I wish it had slowed down a bit."
Xuanye sighed. Don't act like I don't know, she thought. You were clearly with DK last night. Her eyes narrowed at Nian's glowing face—fresh even before washing up—and she shook her head in disbelief.
Eventually, the girls got out of bed, freshened up, and came outside. The boys were already drinking coffee in the golden sunlight, looking like models in a morning commercial.
Nian raised an eyebrow. "You're up early. That's surprising."
The boys chuckled, and Hoshi replied, "We're resting today before tomorrow's departure. So we're going to enjoy ourselves!"
The girls nodded, amused.
Jun looked at them. "Are you heading to work?"
They nodded.
DK suddenly stood up. "Shall I drop you off, Nian?"
Nian blinked, flustered. "Um… sure."
DK clutched his chest like he just won a lottery, dashed to his room, and returned in a full overcoat like he was attending a premiere.
Nian stared at him, trying to suppress her laughter. "Loudie… we're just going to my office. What's with the fashion statement?"
DK brushed back his hair and grinned. "It's my first time driving you to work. I had to match your vibe, didn't I?"
He confidently took her hand. Xuanye was barely holding back laughter while Minghao walked over to her and said smoothly, "Ye, I'll drop you off too."
He gently took her wrist.
The rest of the boys looked on like they were watching a K-drama unfold in real life. Boo even crossed his legs and watched them like a judgmental aunt at a wedding.
Xuanye beamed and nodded at Minghao. DK and Minghao exchanged proud glances, waved at their members, and walked out with their girlfriends.
The boys, curious and amused, followed them like sneaky spies.
As the car pulled up, Nian and Xuanye hopped in, smiling brightly. The boys stood at the gate, waving.
Wonwon sighed dreamily. "Guys… I think we've officially become uncles. We're so invested in their love."
Woozi nodded. "If this keeps up, I might write a song for their wedding."
The boys looked impressed.
Mingyu whispered, "Woozi, save it for our next album, okay?"
The boys went silent, faces a bit red as they nodded.
Meanwhile, in the car, the girls couldn't stop looking at their boyfriends.
DK caught Nian staring. "Why are you looking at me like that? Am I that handsome?"
With her arms crossed, Nian smirked. "You are handsome… but childish." She burst into laughter.
DK pouted. "Look at this—last night you said I was your love, and now you're making fun of me?"
Nian giggled, while Xuanye gave her a knowing smirk.
Minghao leaned toward Xuanye. "Ye, why are you smirking at Nian like that?"
She raised her brows. "Because she came back at 10 p.m. yesterday, and she's acting like she was up late working on a project."
Minghao laughed. "So you're jealous?"
"Jealous? Please," she huffed playfully. "She's just silly."
Minghao smirked, wrapped his arms around her, and leaned his head on her shoulder with a warm smile.
Xuanye chuckled and melted into his embrace.
As they arrived at the office, the girls stepped out, waving goodbye. DK waved like a kindergarten kid going off to school, and Minghao smiled, "Ye, work hard and message me when you're free, okay? I'll wait."
Xuanye smiled and gently patted his head. "Flutterhao~ I'll work hard. All the best for the world tour. I'll miss you."
Minghao blushed and softly pinched her cheeks. "I'll miss you more, Ye." He blew her a flying kiss.
She laughed. "Okay, okay—get going. We'll talk soon."
The boys stood there, smiling softly as the girls disappeared into the building.