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ׂ╰┈➤ Chapter 41 | The Night To Remember
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Prom night had arrived, and the air buzzed with excitement. The school gym had been transformed into a wonderland of twinkling lights and elegant decorations, with a large banner that read "A Night to Remember" hanging above the stage. Students milled about in their finest attire, the boys in sleek tuxedos and the girls in stunning dresses that shimmered under the lights
Jiwon stood in front of the full-length mirror in her room, taking a deep breath as she smoothed down the fabric of her dress. It was a soft lavender gown with delicate lace details, perfectly complementing her complexion. Her hair was styled in loose waves, pinned back on one side with a silver clip, and her makeup was subtle yet elegant. She felt like a princess
"You look beautiful, Jiwon"
her mother said from the doorway, smiling proudly
"Thanks, Mom"
Jiwon replied, turning to face her
"I’m a little nervous, though"
Her mother walked over, placing a reassuring hand on her shoulder
"It’s natural to be nervous, but just enjoy yourself tonight. You’ve worked hard, and you deserve to have fun"
Jiwon nodded, feeling a bit more at ease
"Yeah, you’re right. I’ll try"
The doorbell rang, and her mother’s eyes lit up
"That must be Yeonjun"
Jiwon’s heart skipped a beat at the mention of his name. She hadn’t seen him all day, and the anticipation of seeing him dressed up, waiting to take her to prom, made her stomach flutter. She grabbed her small silver clutch and headed downstairs
As she reached the bottom of the stairs, there he was, standing in the doorway. Choi Yeonjun, looking absolutely dashing in a black tuxedo with a lavender tie that matched her dress perfectly. His hair was styled neatly, but with a touch of his usual carefree flair. When he saw her, his eyes widened, and a smile spread across his face
"Wow, Jiwon… You look amazing"
Yeonjun said, his voice filled with genuine admiration
Jiwon blushed, feeling the warmth of his gaze
"You don’t look so bad yourself"
she replied with a teasing smile
They exchanged corsages, a moment filled with soft laughter and shy smiles, before heading out to the car. The drive to the school was filled with a comfortable silence, both of them stealing glances at each other, the unspoken connection between them stronger than ever
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When they arrived at the gym, the atmosphere was electric. Music played loudly, and the dance floor was already filled with their classmates. Jiwon spotted Eunji, Hanni, Haerin, and Danielle waving at her from across the room, and she waved back, feeling a surge of excitement.The night passed in a blur of dancing, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Jiwon and Yeonjun stuck close to each other, their friends occasionally joining them for group dances and pictures. There were moments when their hands brushed, sending sparks up Jiwon’s arm, and each time, she felt her heart race a little faster.As the night wore on, the DJ announced the final slow dance of the evening. Couples began to pair off, and Jiwon suddenly felt a nervous flutter in her chest. She turned to Yeonjun, who was already looking at her with a soft expression
"Shall we?"
he asked, offering his hand.Jiwon nodded, slipping her hand into his. They made their way to the dance floor, where he gently pulled her close. The music was slow and sweet, the perfect backdrop for this moment. They swayed to the rhythm, Jiwon resting her head against Yeonjun’s shoulder as his arms wrapped around her waist
It felt like time had slowed down, the world around them fading away until it was just the two of them, lost in the moment. Jiwon closed her eyes, savoring the warmth of Yeonjun’s embrace and the soft hum of the music
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As the song ended, Yeonjun pulled back slightly, just enough to look into her eyes. There was something in his gaze—something that made Jiwon’s heart skip a beat. He leaned in closer, his lips brushing against her ear as he whispered
"This night… it really is unforgettable"
Jiwon smiled, feeling a rush of emotions
"Yeah, it is"
she whispered back.And as they stood there, surrounded by the soft glow of the lights and the murmurs of their classmates, Jiwon knew that this night would be etched into her memory forever
