A Space Called YOU (Bang Chan x reader)

A Broken Piece

It had been a week since I had that interaction with Chan. That day he left early and never came back. I couldn't call or text and he wasn't trying to get in touch with me. I knew better than to ask, he needed his space and I was giving that to him as much as I needed him in my space.

Taehyun was finally back and healthy. "Hey guys." He smiled softly. It was a different smile than what I normally saw on his face.

"Take it easy, okay?" I helped him to a chair. "Just sit and rest. If you need anything, let us know."

"I promise I'm okay. I'm allowed to get back to normal activities." He chuckled.

"Normal activities for most people isn't dancing for 5 hours straight." Dongyeon laughed.

"I know but.." Dongyeon cut him off.

"No buts, sit and rest." He patted him on the back and sat down in the chair next to him. "If you need anything ask me, don't bother y/n. She's/He's/They've been through enough."

"I promise it's okay!" I piped in. "Ask me anything. I'm doing much better." I smiled.

"I don't want to be a bother."

"You're never a bother, Tae." I rolled my eyes. "Don't be silly."

"Me and Gigi can help too." Jena insisted. "Especially Gigi. You know how much she loves helping people."

"I so do. Just ask!" She smiled.

"Alright guys, I'll be right back, okay? I'm going to go print off some papers." I stood up from my chair and walked down the hall. As I passed the door, I glanced in. Chan still wasn't there. I kept walking despite my curiosity to ask.

After picking up my papers, I ran into Felix. "I'm sorry to bug you, but can I talk to you?"

"You're never bugging me. What's going on?"

"Is Chan doing okay? I haven't seen him in a week."

"Actually, he recently took a small sick leave out of nowhere. He won't tell anyone what happened and he's not answering his phone." He sighed. "I wish I could tell you more but he's shut everyone out."

"I know. That may have been my fault." I admitted. "I told Chan I didn't like him anymore."

"How come?"

"Personal reasons. Just know I had to for his safety." He nodded. "You know I still like him, but he cannot know that. I need him safe until I can figure some things out."

"I completely get it, I promise." He smiled. "If I hear from him, I'll let you know." I nodded as I walked back into the room.

As the hours passed, none of us had spoken to each other. Occasionally I would hear Gigi laughing about something Jena had said or Dongyeon checking in with Taehyun only for him to repeat "I'm dehydrated, not dying." That was met with him laughing at his own joke.

When it was time to leave, I said bye to my members and walked to my car, but I was met with Seungmin who had been waiting for me. "I know this is kind of creepy for me to be standing here."

"Just a bit." I joked and he laughed.

"Are you and Dongyeon close?" He asked.

"Not really. I still respect him as a member, but no we don't talk outside of work unless necessary." I stated.

"You should really keep an eye on him. I didn't want to be the one to say anything, but Jeongin noticed this the other day and was too scared to say anything." He paused. "I think he's been following Chan around these days."

"What?" I asked for clarification.

"Jeongin saw him following Chan around the other day. He's not sure if it was a coincidence or not, but we think you should watch him." He paused again. "I wouldn't confront him about it, for your safety. If it's true, he may turn it on you."

"Thank you and tell Jeongin I said thank you as well. I'll make sure to pay close attention." He nodded.

"Do you want me to follow you home just in case?" He suggested.

"Actually, yes please. I think I'd feel safer." All I could think about was the person who kept stalking me for all I know they could have been following me home every day after work and waiting outside until morning, the thought made me sick.

As soon as I got home, I thanked Seungmin and immediately went inside, locking the doors behind me.

Unknown: You must not think I'm serious about showing the world who you really are.

My phone dinged as I checked the number.

Y/n: I haven't spoke to Chan. Leave me alone.

Unknown: Not so sure about that. You ask his members about him. I'd say you're itching to have a conversation with him by now. But remember, I am always two steps ahead. Whatever you have planned, I have two more ahead of you and they're waiting. Better be careful, sweet y/n. Goodnight.

My skin was crawling just looking at that message. I had no words to respond, the best thing I knew to do was to turn my phone off and ignore it and hope that the messages would stop soon.