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This is the nth time Sehun attended a friend’s wedding for this year. All his friends are either getting married or having babies already. Don’t get him wrong though, he’s genuinely happy for his friends.
His two best friends, Chanyeol and Baekhyun are happily married and they treat him like he's their son. And even after all those years together, it’s like they are still in their ‘honeymoon’ stage where they can’t keep their hands to themselves most of the time including now.
He’s 99% sure they’re fucking in the bathroom right now while Jongin and Kyungsoo are probably at home already and spending time with their kid Yixing.
That’s why, right now, he’s all alone at their table, watching his newly married friends Minseok and Jongdae dancing, both looking happy and content. Sehun released a big sigh and gulped down the champagne he had been nursing for a while now.
‘When is it going to be his turn to find love and settle down? ‘
As that thought crossed his mind, across the other table, he saw him. He saw him smiling lovingly at the newly weds dancing. His bright eyes turned into crescents with his nose scrunched up. It’s the most adorable thing he’d ever seen in his life.
At that moment, everything around him seemed to blur out and his focus stayed on the unknown man across him. Unconsciously, he started to smile as well, stood up and headed to the most beautiful man he had seen.
He stretched his hand out to the man and heard himself ask, “Can you do me the honor of having this dance with me?”.
The man had a surprised look on his face and immediately blushed at Sehun’s request. He badly wants to dance since earlier but he doesn’t know anyone in the wedding. This was his chance, so he gladly took Sehun’s hand and they went to the dance floor.
Sehun gently grabbed the man’s hands and put them on his shoulder and then put his own hands on the smaller man’s waist.
‘He’s perfect. Where did he come from?’ Sehun thought as he admires the smaller man’s face from up close.
He took in everything from the man’s soft looking hair he badly wanted to caress down to his pair of thick eyebrows, long lashes, puffy cheeks he wanted to squish, the mole above his lip and most of all, those pink kissable lips.
“Hi.” The man greeted and giggled as he noticed that Sehun was staring at him like he was in awe.
“H-hi. Sorry, I don’t know what to say.” Sehun sheepishly replied, making the smaller giggle even more.
“It’s okay, me neither. I don’t usually dance at weddings with someone I don’t know.” the man said.
“Then why did you agree to dance with me?” Sehun asked with a hint of teasing in his voice.
“Hmm, I really want to dance since earlier but I don’t know anyone here and since you asked, I thought this is my chance.” the man explained.
“I’m Sehun Oh by the way. May I know your name?” Sehun asked.
Junmyeon smiled at him.
“That’s a beautiful name, Sehun.” Junmyeon replied.
“Thanks! Aren’t you going to tell me your name?” Sehun asked again.
The man shook his head, smiling slightly.
“I don’t think that’s a good idea.”
Sehun pouted, “Why?” he asked again.
“I just think that given the circumstances, you only approached me to dance because of the romantic environment and if we’re in a different situation, let’s say just a normal day, I don’t think you would’ve approached me.” the man reasoned.
“Why not? You’re beautiful.” Sehun genuinely praised him, making the man blush and giggle again.
“Oh, trust me, I don’t usually look like this. Normally I’m covered with flour.” the man joked.
“Well, I believe you’ll look beautiful nonetheless. And to be honest, I don’t usually look like this as well. Most of the time I’m on my shirt and sweats. Maybe you won’t agree to dance with me if you saw me in that state. But still, can’t you give me your name?” Sehun tried to ask again.
“Okay, how about this, I’ll just tell you my nickname but not my full name.” the man suggested.
“I’ll take what I can get.” Sehun said quickly.
“Okay then. Hi, Sehun! I’m Juncotton.” The man introduced himself with a serious face making him look more adorable in Sehun’s eyes.
“Huh, it suits you, Juncotton. Nice to meet you too.” Sehun smiled widely, happy that he was given a nickname at least.
After they danced for what seemed like hours, they decided to head to the open bar and have drinks. They talk about random stuff and immediately connect after knowing the things they have in common. They talk the night away, that is, until they are interrupted by Sehun’s friend.
“Sehun! Let’s go home. Baek is drunk already.” Chanyeol interrupted, not noticing that Sehun was talking with someone.
“Oh, sorry I didn’t notice you’re with someone. Hi! I’m Chanyeol. Sehun’s best friend.” Chanyeol introduced himself and reached out to offer a handshake.
“Hi, Chanyeol!” Juncotton replied and was about to shake Chanyeol’s hand but Sehun slapped his friend’s hand away.
“No need to shake his hand. Trust me. We’re not sure what he last touched.” Sehun said while glaring at his friend, annoyed that he interrupted his conversation with Juncotton.
“Rude!” Chanyeol commented.
“Anyways, you ready to go?” he asked Sehun but Sehun just turned to Juncotton.
“Do you need a ride home?” Sehun asked him.
“No, I’m good. I brought my car. I actually have to go now as well. You know, early day, tomorrow for work.” Juncotton said.
“But… I want to see you again. Can I at least have your number?” Sehun hopefully asked.
“Maybe next time. If we ever meet again.” Juncotton said, smiling sadly at him.
He really wants to see Sehun again but he’s afraid that his initial thought is right, that this is all just the alcohol and romantic environment talking and Sehun won’t actually like his usual self. If he sees Sehun again, then for sure, he won’t miss the chance again.
“I’ll find you.” Sehun simply said before Juncotton left first.
“Oooh. Rejected! That’s new. I don’t think I've ever seen you get rejected before.” Chanyeol commented after witnessing their exchange or in this case, the lack of.
“Shut up. Let’s go. Where did you leave your drunk husband?” Sehun asked, looking around for Baekhyun.
“Shit. He’s still in the comfort room. Wait, I’ll get him. Meet us in the car.” Chanyeol hurriedly said and ran to the comfort room.
“Idiot.” Sehun muttered, laughing at his best friend.
The next day, after a night of frustration and longing, the first thing Sehun did was to call Jongdae and ask if he knew any Juncotton from the wedding. He assumes he does because it’s his wedding.
“For fuck’s sake Sehun, I’m on my honeymoon and you’re searching for your one-night stand from my wedding?!” Jongdae whined frustratedly from the phone.
“He’s NOT! We didn’t… We just talked and I really like him, okay?!” Sehun defended.
Jongdae released a big sigh from the other line and Sehun heard him ask Minseok about Juncotton. After a while, Jongdae is back on the phone.
“We don’t have a guest named Juncotton. Face it, dude, he gave you a fake name. He’s probably not into you. Well, that’s a first.” Jongdae teased.
“We had a special connection, okay? Never mind! Have fun on your honeymoon! Say hi to Minseok for me and don’t forget to buy me souvenirs, okay?” Sehun ended the call and flopped down his couch.
“Sehun! You’ve got to try this cupcake!” Baekhyun shouted upon entering his unit carrying a box of cupcakes in one hand and an actual cupcake on the other hand.
“Why are you here so early in the morning? And how did you get in?” Sehun asked his friend who’s now shoving the cupcake in his mouth.
“We have your spare keys.” Chanyeol answered, following Baekhyun from behind, also carrying a box of cupcakes.
“Remind me to change my locks. Why do you have a lot of cupcakes and where did you get them? This is really delicious!” Sehun exclaimed and had one more bite.
“Right!? I asked Minseok about their wedding cake last night when we got home…” Baekhyun started.
“And interrupted their honeymoon which made Jongdae call me and screamed at me to make Baek drop the call because they’re in the middle of fucking.” Chanyeol interrupted.
“Well, I’m sorry but the cake was fucking delicious and I can’t get enough of it and I won’t be able to sleep peacefully if I don’t know where I can get them!” Baek countered.
“Okay, so where did you buy them?” Sehun asked again as he ate his second cupcake, already used to Chanyeol and Baekhyun’s antics.
“Oh! It’s just actually near here so that’s why we thought of paying you a visit and giving you some. What is it called again, Chan? It’s, Jun… Jun…”.
“JunCotton Bakeshop” Chanyeol finished for Baek.
“Wait, wait, wait. What?!” Sehun asked in surprise.
“What ‘what’?” Baekhyun asked, blinking, confused about Sehun's reaction.
“What’s the store’s name???” Sehun asked eagerly, making Baekhyun even more confused.
“JunCotton…” before Baekhyun could finish, Sehun already stood up and headed out of his unit.
At JunCotton Bakeshop, the owner and baker is currently arranging his newly decorated cupcakes after the last customer bought all the ones on display when suddenly the bell from the door rang.
He put on his most welcoming smile and turned to greet the new customer, “Welcome to…”, he started to say but was cut off when he recognized the customer in shirt and sweatpants.
The tall guy walked in long strides and without warning, he suddenly kissed him.
The baker remained frozen because of shock. He can’t believe he would actually meet him again.
When Sehun finally broke the kiss, Juncotton whispered, “You found me.”
“Yeah. I found you.” Sehun smirked at him.
“Will you tell me your real name now, Juncotton?” he asked teasingly.
Juncotton smiled widely then giggled at his own silliness; he should have told the truth last night. He’s been regretting it since he got in his car. He really likes Sehun. Luckily, fate seems to be on their side and they meet again. This time he’ll take his chance, he won’t waste this chance.
“Hi Sehun! I’m Junmyeon Kim.”