summary: tired of his friends minho and chan rubbing their happiness in his face, changbin decides to see for himself what’s so special about hybrids. his best friend and roommate hyunjin follows his example soon enough. only they both get something they didn’t bargain for...
pairing: human owner!changbin x bunny hybrid!reader x human owner!hyunjin x fox hybrid!jeongin
genre: angst, fluff
warnings: rich bin & obsessive hyun (basically canon 🤭), swearing, mentions of past abuse, jealousy, unrequited feelings, yelling, chasing kink, kissing, trust issues (alexa play the weeknd), cuddling, strength kink, lots of misunderstandings, making out, crying, unresolved tension, sleeping pills, inappropriate jokes about eating people, half-naked hyunin (yes, that’s a warning in itself), angry changbin, infidelity, manipulation/corruption, implied drugging
author’s note: the title is inspired by the neighbourhood’s nervous (i used it to symbolize the lack of healthy communication going on) and the story itself takes place in the same universe as sharing my heart fic and in the holes paws of my sweater fic; there are some song references in italics so keep an eye out 😉
word count: 7.7k
part two
Changbin's POV
Changbin was a curious man. Especially after his closest friends Chan and Minho kept talking to him about their hybrid partners and how lovely they were. Changbin had had a couple of relationships in the past but things had never gotten serious. He was longing for someone to come home to and cuddle after a long day. And no, his roommate Hyunjin (aka the biggest physical touch hater) didn't count. Changbin wished he could confide in someone the way Chan did with Seungmin or Minho with Jisung, Felix and their girlfriend (that lucky bastard). He was craving that special feeling he heard so much about from his friends. Which is how Changbin ended up at the hybrid shelter.
"Can I help with something? What kind of hybrid are you looking for?" the man working there asked.
"Um...I don't really have anything particular in mind."
"That's alright. Why don't you look around and let me know if something catches your eye."
Changbin nodded and started marveling at the variety of beautiful creatures residing at the shelter. He knew that he couldn't adopt more than one hybrid (he could technically afford it but he was too busy with work and he was aware that hybrids required a lot of attention and affection) so he hoped that they all found a caring home someday.
Soon enough, his stare met the nervous eyes of a bunny hybrid. She had the most adorable pout and the fluffiest tail. Changbin wasn't the type to believe in fairytale stuff like love at first sight but seeing her was enough to overwhelm him with the most intense urge to take her away and protect her.
"Hi, what's your name?"
"Y/N," she replied. "Are you looking to adopt?"
Changbin confirmed his intentions.
"Found anything to your liking?" the bunny hybrid kept up the conversation.
"Yeah...you."
Reader's POV
Your eyes widened in shock. You'd spent so long at the shelter that you had abandonded the foolish desire (hope) to get adopted long ago. You couldn't believe what you were hearing.
"You...want to adopt...me?" you had to make sure.
The man nodded calmly.
"How do you feel about that?"
You didn't want to show your true emotions (them being extreme excitement and intense joy) out of fear that he'd change his mind. So you tried to play it cool.
"That's fine, I guess," you shrugged, when in reality you were bursting with impatience. You would finally get a real home!
"Great, then I'll go deal with the paperwork," the man said confidently. "I'm Changbin, by the way. It's nice to meet you."
"Likewise," you gave him a small smile.
Soon enough you were inside Changbin's home. No, it was your home now, too. This would take some time getting used to.
"This is the living room, this is the gym, this is the kitchen, this is the music studio, this is my room, this is my friend Hyunjin's room, this is the bathroom and this will be your room," Changbin began showing you around the house.
"Wow, that's a lot of rooms," you were amazed.
"I'll show you the pool later," he smirked.
The what now? Had you died and ended up in heaven? This seemed too good to be true.
"So, um, what exactly are your...expectations of me?" you asked nervously.
"What do you mean?" Changbin seemed confused.
"I mean...what do I have to do in return? For you to let me stay here."
Changbin blinked in shock.
"You don't have to do anything, cupcake. I just...want you to be happy and make yourself at home, yeah?"
You were definitely dreaming.
Hyunjin's POV
Hyunjin was a possessive man. Especially after his best friend (who was also the guy he was crushing on) adopted the bunny hybrid Y/N. Hyunjin was haunted by questions filled with self-doubt. Wasn't he a good enough roommate to Changbin? Wouldn't he make a wonderful boyfriend? Why did Changbin have to replace him so easily with this...bunny girl (albeit a very beautiful one)? Hyunjin was also a hopeless romantic. He kept fantasizing about the perfect relationship and making playlists about love. He would draw figures stuck to each other in an affectionate embrace. He would often dream about his ideal type. And all his dreams had a face. Changbin. Changbin. Changbin.
"So you just decided to take her home without asking me?" Hyunjin scoffed.
"I already told you I had been thinking about adopting for a while now," Changbin defended his choice.
"Thinking about something and actually doing it are two very different things," Hyunjin groaned in annoyance.
"Why are you acting like this? Y/N is so nice."
Nice. What a terrible word. Hyunjin could be nice, too. Why didn't Changbin see how much he liked him?
"Whatever," he rolled his eyes.
"She deserves a loving home. Every hybrid does."
"So I suppose you wouldn't mind if I adopted a hybrid myself?" Hyunjin said as a joke. He just wanted to make Changbin as jealous as he was.
"Fine by me!" Changbin shrugged.
"FINE!" Hyunjin yelled and grabbed his jacket, already heading out.
"FINE!" Changbin shouted after him.
And that is how Hyunjin ended up at the shelter. He had no previous knowledge about them. Sure, he had heard some basic facts from Chan and Minho, but still. Hyunjin didn't even know what he was looking for. He just took one look at the mischievous fox hybrid and felt an immediate connection.
"Do you wanna get out of here?"
"What's in it for me?" the fox hybrid raised his eyebrows.
Hyunjin hadn't planned that far.
"Uh, having a warm bed and a proper home not good enough for ya?"
"I've seen far worse than the conditions at this shelter," the hybrid replied darkly.
Well, shit. What could Hyunjin possibly offer?
"Unlimited food? A bunny hybrid friend to play with? Cool clothes?"
"You had me at food."
Jeongin's POV
Jeongin was a hungry man. Especially after his former owners abandoned him in the most cruel way. Jeongin had practically been starving for ages. So the opportunity given to him by Hyunjin wasn't one he could resist. But Jeongin had lied. It wasn't the food that had him interested the most.
"How could you adopt a fox hybrid?" Changbin yelled at Hyunjin. "Foxes eat bunnies, it's common knowledge!"
"He's a hybrid, not an actual fox, you idiot!" Hyunjin screamed back.
"You're so fucking irresponsible!"
"At least I informed you about my plans instead of telling you post-factum!"
Humans. So loud...And dramatic.
"I promise I won't eat the bunny hybrid," Jeongin raised his hand politely and did his best to look as amiable as possible.
Changbin nodded thoughtfully.
"You better prove it."
"He will," Hyunjin defended his hybrid's honour.
"Then, I guess he can stay," Changbin acquiesced. "But if I get any complaints from my precious bunny, he's out."
Jeongin promised he wouldn't eat her. But he made no other promises.
When he met her for the first time, it was like all his fantasies had come true. Oh, she was so adorable and helpless he wanted to ruin her.
Reader's POV
You fearfully hid behind Changbin's back when your eyes met with the fox hybrid's. As if a human could defend you against this...dangerous predator.
"Relax, cupcake," Changbin murmured. "Hyunjin will keep him under control. Right, Hyunjin?"
"Sure, don't worry about it," Hyunjin responded.
You sneaked a peak uneasily. The fox hybrid was so handsome, you had to admit. It was as if nature itself had designed him to be alluring enough for prey like...well, you.
"My name is Jeongin," he introduced himself. "I hope we get along, bunny."
You sensed shudders running down your skin. The way he said that last word...It was almost menacing. And yet his innocent face was in stark contrast with the goosebumps he was giving you. It was deeply confusing. And despite the promise of danger, you were already aching for more. To hear his voice again.
"I'm Y/N," you blurted out. "N-nice to m-meet you."
You felt so pathetic, stammering like a fool.
"It's a beautiful name," Jeongin smiled. Saccharine sweet. "Y/N."
"Um...thanks," you mumbled.
"It wasn't a compliment, just the truth. I promised these nice hyungs I won't eat you. It is only right I make the same promise to you, don't you think?"
You nodded, almost in a daze. Empty words. You were too nervous to speak. He had said he wouldn't eat you. But why did you have the feeling he was capable of so much worse?
Your earlier suspicions were correct. This whole thing was too good to be true.
Changbin's POV
Changbin was a cautious man. Which is why, despite Jeongin's sparkly eyes and his profound promises, he didn't want to leave him alone with Y/N. Yet. He knew it was most likely just prejudice, considering two of Minho's partners were cat hybrids, while his third was a hamster hybrid and they were all living in peace. No casualties. But still, he couldn't help but be a little overprotective when it came to his precious bunny. Which is why he created this whole schedule thing. When Changbin had to go out, Hyunjin would stay with the two hybrids. Or vice versa.
"How are you liking this place so far?" Changbin asked Y/N one day, around a month after he adopted her.
"Oh, it's great, but not much different from the shelter. No offense," she responded.
"What do you mean?" he pouted.
"I mean...I don't get to go out."
Shit. Fuck. Changbin couldn't believe he had forgotten about that. Of course she wanted to go out, she was a bunny hybrid!
"I'm so sorry, it totally slipped my mind!" he apologized sincerely. "Do you wanna join me for a run in the park?"
"I would love that!" she squealed excitedly and gave Changbin a quick but deeply grateful hug.
When in the park, Y/N completely transformed. She seemed more carefree and energized. Practically glowing. It was refreshing to see her this way. When she was inside, it was as if she had a hidden worry behind her eyes that she couldn't quite seem to shake.
"Can you do me a favour, Binnie?"
"Sure, anything."
"Can you...like chase me?"
"You want me to chase you?" Changbin smirked.
"Yeah."
"You do know I work out...like a LOT," he said confidently.
"I know," she smiled in anticipation.
"Go ahead, then. I’ll give you a headstart. Run."
Reader's POV
And run you did. It was such a rush. You felt so free and happy. A surge of adrenaline was coursing through your veins as you kept running faster than ever before. After a couple of minutes, you felt your energy levels decreasing. And you slowed down, allowing yourself to be captured by Changbin's strong arms.
"Caught you," he announced proudly.
"You did," you smiled fondly.
"Do I get a reward as the winner in this race?" Changbin teased.
"What do you want?" you asked.
"A kiss?" Changbin said as a joke.
But you weren't in the mood for playing around. After he had done as you asked and chased you so nicely, you felt like it was only fair to give the man what he desired. So, you wrapped your hands around the back of his neck and kissed him eagerly, taking him by surprise. He tasted like summer and salt and freedom.
"Woah," he whispered after you broke the kiss. "I was just messing around."
"You didn't like it?" you blinked dejectedly, your lips forming into a pout.
"No, no, I loved it, but I...hope you didn't do anything you didn't want to do just because I said so."
"Trust me, Bin, I wanted that kiss. Perhaps more than you did."
"Wanna bet?"
"I would but I don't believe feelings can be measured. Degrees of comparison would be irrelevant. Thus, it would be difficult to determine the winner in an unbiased manner."
"Smartass," Changbin flicked your nose gently. "So where does that leave us? Do you...wanna be my girlfriend or something?"
"Sounds nice," you grinned, burying your head into his chest.
"Let me take you out, then."
"You already did, silly. We're at the park. The park is out."
"Fair point, girlfriend," Changbin chuckled and hugged you.
Hyunjin's POV
Hyunjin was a jealous man. Especially after he found out that his crush had started dating the bunny hybrid he'd adopted a while ago. However, she was too pure and kind-hearted Hyunjin didn't have the heart to be mad at her. The way she looked at him with those sparkly eyes...Hyunjin was almost tempted to steal her away from Changbin. Nah, he wouldn't. Unless...
Other than jealousy, Hyun's mind was consumed by thoughts of wanting to prove himself to Changbin. He wanted his crush to view him as responsible. As an adult. Which is why, he made it his mission to turn Jeongin into the sweetest, most obedient angel. He wanted to rely on the fox hybrid and make sure that Y/N would be safe around him. If that could be achieved, then maybe Changbin could rely on Hyunjin, as well. After a month of getting closer to Jeongin, Hyunjin was hopeful that the younger man would behave well.
One afternoon, while Changbin was working, Hyunjin decided to test his fox hybrid. He knew it was against Changbin's rules to leave the two hybrids alone and it was kinda risky, but he hoped it would be worth it.
"You'll be good, yeah?" Hyunjin made sure.
"Yes, hyung, don't worry about me," Jeongin blinked innocently.
"I'm not worried about you, little fox," Hyunjin ruffled the boy's hair affectionately. "I'm worried about Y/N over there."
"I thought you didn't like her," Jeongin smiled mischievously.
"It's not that I don't like her," Hyunjin defended his previous words. "I just like Changbin more."
Hyunjin had confided in Jeongin about his feelings for Changbin. He had no idea why. Something about the fox hybrid made Hyun want to trust him. Like no one else before.
"Where do I stand in your pyramid of affections?" Jeongin wanted to know.
"You're climbing up steadily," Hyunjin admitted. "Okay, I'll head out. Don't eat the bunny."
"Relax, hyung, I have no use of doing that. You and Changbin-hyung gave me a home. I wouldn't do anything THAT reckless."
Hyunjin's eyes narrowed. Jeongin was kinda strange. Did he only do things that were of use to him? Oh, well. He would worry about that some other time.
Jeongin's POV
Jeongin was a patient man. He had waited so long for an opportunity to be alone with Y/N. He couldn't let it go to waste. He wouldn't be stopped by the fact that Changbin was now her boyfriend. He would still use this chance to get closer to her. As a fellow hybrid, he was sure she would understand his feelings better than anyone.
"Hi, bunny," Jeongin greeted her.
Y/N shuddered and wrapped her arms around her own waist as if to shield herself from the fox hybrid.
"Shh, I won't hurt you. I just want to talk. Is that alright with you?"
She nodded reluctantly.
"I wanted to tell you about my past life. About how my former owners abused me, both physically and mentally, made me feel like the scum of the earth, and then abandoned me on the street. Like I was worth less than nothing. Which is why I strongly distrust humans. Of course, Changbin-hyung and Hyunjin-hyung seem nice. Different. I'm not saying all this shit to scare you. It's just a warning. If they ever hurt you, I want you to come to me, yeah?"
"Why would they hurt me?" Y/N asked. "They...seem so caring."
"I don't know, bunny. Why do you think humans do anything? For fun. Because it gives them pleasure to torment others. Makes them feel superior."
"We're half-human, too," she reminded him.
"I hate that half."
"I don't," Y/N said softly. "It's still...a part of us."
"You're...not what I expected," Jeongin mused out loud.
"What did you expect? A scared little bunny who does nothing but tremble in fear at the sight of the big bad...fox."
She pronounced that last word in an almost challenging way. As if to remind Jeongin he was just that. A fox. Not a wolf.
"No. I expected you would share my distrust of humans. Didn't you hate every second of being locked up in that shelter? Waiting, begging, praying for a better life. Better food, warmer bed, safer home. Didn't you yearn for...more?"
"I did. And here we are now. Isn't it good enough for you?"
"Do you want the ugly truth or a pretty lie?" Jeongin inquired.
"Whatever you choose to share."
"It's good enough for now," Jeongin grinned mysteriously and climbed into her bed.
Reader's POV
"W-what are you doing, Jeongin?" you asked in terror when you saw Jeongin moving closer towards you and started crawling back.
"Don't worry, I won't do anything to you. Yet."
"What does that mean?" you whimpered.
"It means I'll take my sweet time ruining you."
"It'll be a lot harder than you think," you tried to put on a brave face. "It won't be that easy to tempt me."
"Oh, bunny. Imma make it look so easy," Jeongin leaned in and caressed your cheek with his cold index finger.
You wanted to push him away. You really did. But it was as if you were frozen into place by the inexplicable magic of his intense stare.
He laughed like a maniac and lowered his finger.
"For today, I just want to hold you. Will you let me?"
"You want to cuddle?" you raised your eyebrows in suspicion. The request seemed innocent enough.
"Nothing more, nothing less," Jeongin vowed.
"Do you expect me to believe that?"
"I expect you to give me a chance."
"Why bother asking me, though? You're so much stronger than me, physically," you observed, your voice tinted with longing.
"I don't want to take anything by force. Not from you, bun."
"Hold me, then. If you catch me," you stuck your tongue out at him and jumped from the bed, running towards the door. Opening it quickly, your sprinted down the corridor, randomly entering room after room. Luckily, Changbin's home was big enough to prolong the chase. However, you soon grew bored with it and decided to let Jeongin catch you. Running was no fun for you without the sweet surrender of being cuddled.
"Do you like it that much? The chase?" Jeongin read you like an open book, as he wrapped his firm arms around you in a tight grip.
"I like being captured more," you confessed.
"Why?"
"Why what?" you played dumb as he pulled you towards your room, where you both landed back on the bed, still holding onto each other for dear life.
"Why do you like being captured more?"
"Don't get me wrong. I wouldn't like it if it was a stranger. But with you...and Changbin, I feel safe. I don't know."
"Tsk, you were doing so well and then you had to fuck it up by mentioning another man's name while you're in my arms."
"He's my boyfriend, Jeongin," you reminded him.
Jeongin grinned and looked at the half-open door. Changbin was just...standing there.
"Speak of the devil."
Changbin's POV
Changbin was an angry man. Especially when someone touched something that was his.
"What the fuck are you doing?" he snapped at his girlfriend and Jeongin.
"We were just cuddling," Y/N explained.
"You expect me to believe that?" Changbin was fuming with rage.
"It's the truth," Jeongin shrugged.
"Yeah, well, I don't buy it," he hissed and stormed out of the room but not before he could hear Y/N telling Jeongin:
"I'll go talk to him, you stay out of it."
She caught up with Changbin soon enough and wrapped her tiny arms around his waist, thus, hugging him from behind. Despite his anger mere seconds ago, Changbin couldn't bear the thought of pushing her away. She seemed so fragile and soft-hearted.
"I promise you nothing happened, Binnie. Don't you trust me?" she whispered and he could practically hear the pout in her voice.
"I trust you. It's Jeongin I don't trust," Changbin responded.
"Why not?"
"Just a feeling. I don't want him to steal you away from me."
"He won't," Y/N promised. "My heart will always belong with you."
Changbin turned around to face his adorable girlfriend.
"Yeah?"
"Of course. You're my hero, you saved me and gave me a home and-"
"Is it just that, though?" Changbin asked. "If I hadn't adopted you, would you not fall for me?"
"How else would we have met?" she chuckled sadly.
"It's a hypothetical situation, cupcake."
"Whether we met at a park or a restaurant or another planet, I would have still fallen for you. You make me feel safe and free. And you're so beautiful and warm, how could anyone not fall for you is beyond me."
Changbin smiled proudly and his cheeks flushed with colour.
"You mean that?"
"I don't say or do things I don't want to."
Changbin's mood suddenly turned sour again.
"Is that why you cuddled Jeongin? You wanted to do it so badly you had to do so behind my back?"
"He asked politely. And it was purely platonic, I don't get why you're upset."
"I'm not upset, I'm mad. I want to be the only one that gets to cuddle you."
"Isn't that a bit greedy? I believe everyone in our house deserves cuddles, no?"
"I hate it," Changbin groaned. "But I'll try to live with it because I trust you and treasure you. And I don't want something so silly to stand between us."
Reader's POV
Jeongin was wrong. Not all humans were like his previous owners. His warnings were useless. And you were certain that Changbin wouldn't hurt you. He was so sweet and kind and understanding. You couldn't ask for a better boyfriend.
Jeongin was also wrong about another thing. You couldn't possibly imagine hating your human half. Humans like Changbin had hearts of pure gold and smiles full of sun. He was making your days brighter and you couldn't imagine your life without him.
And thirdly, even though you didn't know what Jeongin meant with all that talk about ruining you, you were determined to make it difficult for him. Changbin gave you the truest happiness you had ever experienced and the last thing you wanted to do was something that would take that happiness away from you.
You were sitting in Changbin's lap on the couch in the living room, playing with his gorgeous dark hair.
"I'm sorry," he murmured gently, rubbing his nose against your neck.
"For what?" your brows furrowed.
"For behaving like a jealous ass."
"You don't have to apologize, Bin. I'm just glad we talked."
He smiled fondly at you and placed his hand on your cheek.
"You're an angel," he spoke tenderly.
"Nah, I'm just a bunny hybrid," you giggled.
"Same thing," Changbin replied and pulled you into a deep kiss, the thumb of his right hand simultaneously caressing your chin, while his left hand was gripping your waist. You were running your fingers through his hair, while your other hand was holding onto the back of his neck. Changbin started kissing you more hungrily and you wanted to give him everything you had so that he would never starve again. You became so lost in the feeling you didn't hear the door unlocking. It was Hyunjin's voice that caused you to pull apart from Changbin.
"Ugh, keep it private, guys," he whined loudly. "The living room is a shared space!"
"Hey, you have no right to complain!" Changbin scolded him. You were confused. What had Hyunjin done? "I can't believe you left Y/N alone with Jeongin!" Oh. That.
"He didn't eat her, so mission accomplished. Can't you just praise me for training Jeongin so well?"
Changbin glared at Hyunjin.
"You were willing to risk my girlfriend getting eaten so that I would fucking praise you? I swear, Hyunjin, I don't know why we're friends sometimes."
Hyunjin flinched as if struck by Changbin's harsh words. You could see the tears starting to form in his beautiful eyes. You felt so bad. Honestly, you didn't mind being left alone with Jeongin, so you didn't see why this was such a big deal to Changbin. So, you decided to interfere.
"I'm okay, Bin. Hyunjin made the right call. It was bound to happen eventually. You can't stay inside to guard me 24/7 and put your entire lives on hold just because of some stereotypes."
"Oh, so you're taking Hyunjin's side now?" Changbin scoffed.
"I'm not taking anyone's side," you explained yourself. "I just think it's more sensible for us all to trust each other if we intend to continue living in the same home."
"Changbin made it abundantly clear he doesn't know why he's friends with me. I suppose that also means I'm no longer welcome here, so I guess I'll move out. Don't worry, I'm taking Jeongin with me."
"Hyunjin, wait!" you exclaimed but Hyunjin was already running towards his room, presumably to start packing his bags. "Talk to him, Changbin! He's your best friend!"
You figured it was the use of his full name that scared him out of his mind, as he immediately rushed after Hyunjin.
Hyunjin's POV
Hyunjin was sitting on his bed, crying. He couldn't bear the thought to start packing. Also, he was lowkey hoping he wouldn't have to. Even though it was immensely painful to watch Changbin with another, it would be even more painful to lose his best friend. He could bottle up his feelings for him, but he couldn't imagine their entire friendship ending. Luckily, his prayers were answered soon enough. He heard a knock on the door.
"Can I come in?" Changbin asked.
"It's open," Hyunjin called out, rubbing his eyes in an attempt to hide his tears. It was useless. Changbin knew him better than anyone.
"Have you been crying?" he inquired, even though the answer was obvious.
"I just need some time, I'll gather my-"
"Don't," Changbin interrupted him half-sentence. "I don't want you to move out."
"Yeah?" Hyunjin mumbled doubtfully.
"Of course not, dumbass. The reason I give you so much shit about being responsible is because I want what's best for you. Not because I don't trust you. I'm sorry I said the thing about not knowing why we're friends. It wasn't true. You are so dear to me, so funny and gentle and hard-working. I couldn't imagine a better best friend. I never meant to hurt you, though."
Hyunjin, who generally disliked any physical contact, couldn't resist the urge to hug his friend tightly. Changbin patted his pack comfortingly.
"I'm sorry, too. I shouldn't have left Jeongin alone with Y/N without talking to you first."
"It's alright," Changbin waved him off. "They just cuddled."
"Without us?" Hyunjin exclaimed dramatically, putting a hand on his heart.
"I know, right? That's exactly what I thought!" Changbin chuckled and high-fived his friend.
"The audacity of these hybrids," Hyunjin complained as a joke. "We give them a wonderful home and they don't even bother to invite us for cuddles!"
"Hey, since when are you such a big fan of cuddling?" Changbin eyed him suspiciously.
"Since you."
Changbin's POV
Changbin didn't want to ask Hyunjin what he meant by that. It was too late for that now. Changbin had spent too long pining after Hyunjin. But his best friend had been clueless when it came to Changbin's feelings for Hyun. Therefore, he had done the only thing he possibly could - he moved on. And now that he was genuinely happy with Y/N, Changbin didn't want to go to the time when he felt so helpless, quietly crushing on his roommate. He'd been so pathetic back then. But he had a lovely girlfriend now. So Changbin was determined that he wouldn't let Hyunjin's words confuse him.
"Don't you dare think about packing your stuff, alright?" Changbin swiftly changed the subject.
"You're stuck with me, hyung," Hyunjin replied, staring at him in such an affectionate way Changbin wasn't sure what to do. If only he'd done so before he'd gotten with Y/N. No! Changbin couldn't afford to have such thoughts.
But Hyunjin seemed intent on making it extremely difficult for Changbin to suppress his feelings. Feelings he thought he'd gotten over. Hyunjin pulled Changbin by the hand and buried his head into Changbin's chest.
"I missed this. Just us two," he slurred.
"Don't say shit like that," Changbin swallowed nervously.
"Why not? It's true," Hyunjin confessed.
"Y/N and Jeongin are...wonderful."
"I never said they weren't. I just said I missed having you all to myself."
Changbin shook his head. Where were these words back then?
"Hyun, please, don't do this to me," Changbin said seriously.
"I'm not doing anything," Hyunjin blinked innocently.
"Let go," he whispered weakly.
"I won't. If you want to get rid of me so badly, you'll have to push me away."
Changbin couldn't do that. He wanted to be even closer. No, this was wrong. He had a girlfriend. He couldn't do that to her. Changbin gently removed Hyunjin's hand from his wrist and took a step back.
"I'll...go check on Y/N."
"Of course you will," Hyunjin sighed wistfully.
Hyunjin's POV
Hyunjin was a spontaneous man. So, when Changbin remained blind to Hyunjin's hints, he quickly made up his mind what to do next. He was so tired of being invisible to the one man he aspired to have so desperately. He needed to win his heart one way or another. And he knew just the thing that might help him succeed.
Hyunjin entered Jeongin's room in a hurry.
"Sorry, forgot to knock," Hyunjin said instead of greeting.
"It's fine," Jeongin shrugged and paused the video he was watching. "What's up?"
"I fucking hate Changbin!" Hyunjin groaned.
"No, you don't," Jeongin replied coldly. He already knew him so well, it always amazed Hyunjin. Were his emotions that transparent to everyone but Changbin?
"You're right and I fucking hate that, too," Hyunjin cried out dramatically and sat down on the bed next to the younger man. "What am I supposed to do?"
"The wisest thing would be to just confess to Changbin-hyung and end your misery," Jeongin suggested.
"I'd rather die," Hyunjin shuddered.
"Do you have any better ideas?" Jeongin glared at him sceptically.
"How about...I kiss you?" Hyunjin blurted out randomly.
"You want me to be your fucking rebound?" Jeongin hissed in disbelief.
"Not exactly a rebound. I just want to kiss you and somehow get caught by Changbin so I'll make him jealous."
"Hm, that doesn't sound too bad," Jeongin acquisced. "But we'll have to practice beforehand to make it believable. If our first kiss is directly in front of Changbin, it may look awkward and he'll know we're faking it."
"You're so smart!" Hyunjin exclaimed and leaned his head towards Jeongin. But the fox hybrid was quick to place a hand between their lips before they collided.
"I don't do anything for free, hyung," Jeongin grinned devilishly.
"You're so pretty, Innie, will you please let me kiss you?" Hyunjin was practically begging.
"Compliments will get you nowhere. What will you give me if I let you kiss me?"
"Anything you want," Hyunjin promised without thinking.
"Hm...can you get me some pills against insomnia? I've had troubles falling asleep during the past week," Jeongin explained sadly.
"Of course I can! Even if we don't kiss, I'll get them for you 'cause you're precious to me and sleep is very important and I want you to be healthy and feel safe and-"
Jeongin's POV
Jeongin thought that Hyunjin was too loud and talkative sometimes. So naturally, he had to shut him up as fast as possible. Therefore, he interrupted him mid-sentence and crashed their lips together. Hyunjin was taken aback but quickly eased into the kiss and placed his palms on Jeongin's cheeks. The fox hybrid bit on the human's tongue greedily and pulled his hair. Hyunjin didn't seem to mind and let the younger man tease him as he pleased. Jeongin was so hungry. Eventually, they pulled back from each other, gasping for air.
"Oops. Guess I kissed you first," Jeongin lifted his shoulders, pretending to be surprised by his own actions.
"Guess you did," Hyunjin chuckled. "Wanna go again?"
"Later. I'm kinda hungry and super tired right now," Jeongin said, subtly reminding Hyunjin of his earlier promise.
"Oh, okay," Hyunjin mumbled, a little disappointed. "I'll go get those sleeping pills you asked for rightaway."
"Ah, yeah," Jeongin played it cool as if he'd forgotten all about them. "Thanks, hyung."
"No problem. I'll be back soon, alright? Do you want me to get you something to eat, as well?"
"I'll find something in the fridge," Jeongin reassured him.
"Cool, cool," Hyunjin scratched the back of his head anxiously. "See you later."
"Bye, hyung," Jeongin waved at him as he was leaving the room.
Finally. His sleepy face immediately turned energetic, as he rushed into the kitchen. When he opened the fridge, he was extremely overjoyed to find some fried chicken left from yesterday. He couldn't even be bothered with heating it up. Forgetting everything about manners, Jeongin stuffed his mouth full.
"What are you up to?" his alone time with the delicious food was interrupted by Y/N's soft voice.
"I'm eating. Obviously," Jeongin snapped at her. He wasn't himself when he was hungry.
"Gee, relax, I was just trying to make conversation," Y/N pouted adorably.
"I'm sorry, bunny," Jeongin murmured apologetically. "Wanna join?"
"You're willing to share food...with me?"
"I don't share food with anyone. I was asking if you would like to be eaten by me?"
"You're messing with me, right?" Y/N asked in horror.
"Duh," Jeongin rolled his eyes. "If I had such intentions, I would have eaten you the night we first met."
"I suppose I should be flattered I still haven't become your meal?" she joked.
"I don't particularly enjoy eating creatures that can talk. Kinda kills my appetite," Jeongin confessed.
"Does that mean you've tried...eating someone who talks?" Y/N gasped.
"I'm joking," Jeongin smiled innocently. "Or am I?" His eyes darkened once again, causing her to shudder.
"You're so weird," she shook her head in amusement.
"Bad weird or good weird?" Jeongin wanted to know the bunny hybrid's honest opinion of him.
"Hybrids and people are neither entirely bad nor good. Besides, those are human categories. I don't care about them," Y/N shrugged. "You're funny weird. That's all I meant."
"I can live with that," Jeongin nodded, lost in thought.
Reader's POV
One evening, you were bored out of your mind. Your incredible boyfriend Changbin still hadn't returned home. He was so hard-working and you admired him for that but you missed him immensely and wished you could spend more time with him. So, after staying inside your room all day, reading books and daydreaming about Bin, you wanted a change of scenery. So, you entered the living room, intending to watch some TV. However, you were greeted with a sight you hadn't expected in the slightest. Jeongin and Hyunjin were making out on the couch. Their hands were all over each other and even their shirts were off! You were too shocked you couldn't speak. And yet, they somehow felt your presence.
"Oh, hi, Y/N," Hyunjin welcomed you calmly.
"Um, hi, Hyun," you mumbled nervously. "Hi, Jeongin."
"Hi, bunny," Jeongin grinned wickedly and you could swear he did that on purpose! He wanted to annoy you and make you curious to know what his lips tasted like. But it wouldn't work! You were going to stay loyal to Changbin and-
"Last time you cuddled Innie without me," Hyunjin pouted dramatically. "Care to fix that?"
"Changbin hates it when I cuddle other men," you explained.
"Aw, damn," Hyunjin sounded pretty bummed out about that. You started to feel bad for him. Hyunjin looked like a decent guy who deserved cuddles. But if you agreed to this, it would also mean having to cuddle Jeongin again. And for some reason, you wanted to avoid that. You didn't like how it made you feel. You wanted to forget about it.
"How about a pillow fight?" Jeongin suggested cleverly.
You couldn't say no to that and grabbed the nearest pillow, using it to attack Jeongin's head and take out your frustration with him...on him. However, he was a dangerous opponent and wasted no time going easy on you. Instead, he also took a pillow and hit your belly with it. Hyunjin, the poor angel, decided to stay out of it and not pick a side. Meanwhile, you and Jeongin were at each other's throats like animals. Well...half-animals, anyhow. Soon enough, you felt exhaustion creeping in and Jeongin took advantage of your momentary weakness to grab your wrists tight enough so that you would drop the pillow. You gave in, letting him pull you into a hug. Hyunjin, who had been making out with Jeongin mere minutes ago, seemed confused by the turn of events.
"So greedy," he muttered under his breath and enveloped the three of you into an unexpected group hug. You melted into their embrace, feeling so warm and fuzzy on the inside. "Y/N, you should watch more romcoms. A proper pillow fight inevitably ends in cuddles. Jeongin used that knowledge against you."
"Jeongin doesn't watch romcoms," you scoffed.
"She's right, I don't," Jeongin admitted.
"So, how did you know your suggestion would result in...well, this?" Hyunjin eyed the fox hybrid suspiciously.
"Pure instinct," he grinned wickedly.
Soon enough, you ended up with your head resting in Jeongin's lap, while he was stroking your hair softly, and your legs curled up in Hyunjin's lap, as he was petting your fluffy tail gently. It was so safe and comforting you were starting to doze off when you heard some noise. However, in your sleepy state, you weren't fast enough to jump from the compromising position you'd found yourself in. Again.
"WHAT THE FUCK?" Changbin yelled angrily.
Your eyes flew wide open and you blinked on confusion, scanning your surroundings. Yeah, the fact that Hyunjin and Jeongin were half-naked probably didn't work in your best favour. You gulped anxiously and pushed yourself off the couch and closer to your boyfriend.
"Bin, I swear to you, we were only cuddling. I mean, me with Jeongin and Hyunjin. These two were having a full-blown making out session!"
Great job, Y/N. Rat them out to defend your innocence. You mentally scolded yourself for being so quick to throw your poor cuddle buddies under the bus.
"They were doing WHAT?" For some reason Changbin appeared even angrier. Wait, what?
"Yeah, Jeongin's my boyfriend now! You got a problem with that?" Hyunjin snapped at Changbin.
Hold on a second. Was...Hyunjin trying to make Changbin jealous?! By getting together with Jeongin?! You were so lost right now.
"Since when?" Changbin asked. He was not buying it.
Jeongin was weirdly quiet in the midst of it all.
"Since now," Hyunjin lied.
"Since never," Jeongin denied Hyunjin's words at the same time.
"Get your story straight," Changbin groaned.
"Unlike my sexuality," Hyunjin joked.
"Not the right time, Hyun," Changbin sighed loudly. "I don't care what you two have going on." You'd thought that Changbin would never lie to you. But he just did. He was obviously fuming. And you were pretty sure it had more to do with Hyunjin and Jeongin making out than it did with you cuddling them. Still, he was making an effort to act unbothered, you'd give him that. "But why did you get Y/N involved? She's my girlfriend."
"She came to us willingly," Jeongin, that sly fox, said.
"I told you we were just cuddling," you were starting to tear up. You hated being accused wrongfully. "It's a misunderstanding!"
"I feel so betrayed, you guys should have talked to me first," Changbin was still mad.
You were already sobbing. It was so unfair! Changbin clearly had some unresolved feelings for Hyunjin that needed to be addressed. And yet, he was painting you as the villain? The injustice!
"My silly bunny, can't you see he's messing around?" Jeongin interfered. "He's not actually mad at you."
"Is this true?" you asked Changbin.
"Um, yeah, cupcake. I know you didn't do anything wrong. I told you I trust you, didn't I? I was just making a joke-"
"A joke?" you cried out. "Do you think my feelings are a joke?"
"Of course not, darling. I just said I'm not mad at you."
"Well, good for you. Because I am! I'm mad at both of you!" you turned to Hyunjin, as well.
"What did I do?" Hyunjin blinked in surprise.
"Because no one is mentioning the elephant in the room!" you lifted your arms up in frustration. "Changbin and Hyunjin obviously have feelings for each other and you're both too blind to fucking see it and just talk to each other. And you decided that adopting two unsuspecting hybrids to help you move on would be a brilliant idea. Well, guess what? I'm not a pet."
And with that, you stormed out of the living room, hurried into your own and locked it on the inside.
Hyunjin's POV
Hyunjin had never heard silence so loud and uncomfortable.
"I need some fresh air," Changbin groaned and grabbed his leather jacket. "I'll go out for a bit."
"You should talk to him, like Y/N said," Jeongin suggested to Hyunjin. "Look where not communicating got us all."
"You're right," Hyunjin quickly put on his shirt and hurried outside. He managed to catch up with Changbin and grabbed his wrist before he'd gone too far. Changbin turned around to face Hyunjin. He was still angry. But Hyunjin couldn't help but be attracted to him even more.
"Is it true? What Y/N said..."
"It's true. I've had a crush on you for ages," Hyunjin confessed. It seemed so easy now. Why had it taken him so long? "That's...why I adopted Jeongin and why I made out with him in the living room. I wanted to make you jealous."
"Funny way of showing you have feelings for me, don't you think?" Changbin spat out sarcastically. "You could have just told me. Before I got together with Y/N."
"I know. It's all my fault," Hyunjin looked down in shame.
"It's not entirely your fault. Because I'm such a hypocrite, you know? I'm not angry at Y/N for cuddling you. I'm angry at you for kissing Jeongin."
"Why? You...you can't possibly..." Hyunjin refused to believe it. It seemed too good to be true. And at the same time, it was a tragedy.
"Because I should have kissed you first," Changbin blurted out, lifted himself up on his toes and crashed his lips against Hyunjin's.
Changbin's POV
Changbin knew it was wrong. He knew Y/N deserved better. But his mouth seemed to have a mind of its own, choosing to go after Hyunjin's. He couldn't think straight. Oh, the irony. Changbin pulled Hyunjin's hair aggressively and Hyunjin was generous enough to lower his head even more. He was kissing him back. Thank the universe.
"What will we do?" Hyunjin asked desperately when they finally broke away from each other. "About Y/N and Jeongin..."
"We tell them the truth. It's only fair."
"No more lies," Hyunjin nodded.
"No more lies," Changbin confirmed.
"If we're lucky, they might be willing to share," Hyunjin teased.
"Do you think we deserve that?" Changbin was doubtful. He'd fucked up big time. He wasn't sure he deserved Y/N's forgiveness. He thought he never deserved her in the first place.
"Everyone deserves a second chance," Hyunjin shared his belief. "Even assholes like us."
Changbin chuckled sadly.
"Why are we such fools?" he wondered out loud. "We could have avoided this situation altogether if we'd just talked to each other."
"Y/N was right. Communication is pretty important," Hyunjin pointed out.
"Us men are idiots," Changbin shook his head.
"I couldn't agree more."
Jeongin's POV
Jeongin couldn't bear the sounds of Y/N sobbing. All alone in her room. She didn't deserve that. He had to make it stop.
"Can I come in?" he knocked on her door. "It's just me. Changbin and Hyunjin are out."
He didn't expect her to let him in so easily. She must have felt pretty lonely. Y/N unlocked the door and returned to her bed, still crying.
"Talk to me. Please." Jeongin pleaded but his serious tone suggested he wasn't asking.
"I thought Changbin loved me. Guess I was just deluding myself," she laughed but there was no amusement in her voice.
Jeongin debated whether he should tell her the truth. Changbin did love her. But he also loved Hyunjin. People were complicated like that. But the truth was never on Jeongin's side.
"I warned you humans were only going to hurt you," Jeongin responded coldly.
"Changbin didn't hurt me," Y/N shook her head in denial. "I hurt myself believing I was special."
"But you are special, bun. You have no idea how special you are," Jeongin spoke sincerely.
"I am?" she sniffed in disbelief.
"How can I prove it to you?"
"Just hold me," Y/N begged.
Jeongin pulled her into his arms and squeezed her tightly.
"I'm right here, bunny. You're safe with me," he promised.
"Thank you, Jeongin," she mumbled. "I feel much better already."
"I'll get you some water, you must be pretty dehydrated from all that crying," Jeongin observed.
"That'd be nice."
Jeongin went into the kitchen and poured a glass of water. Then, he took a couple of the sleeping pills Hyunjin had bought from his pocket, crushed them up with a knife and slipped them inside the glass. He used a spoon to make them dissolve quickly. Soon enough, he returned to her room, handing her the glass.
"Thanks," she whispered and gulped the water thirstily without thinking. All of it. Then, suddenly- "I'm exhausted. Will you tuck me in?"
"Of course," Jeongin pulled the blanket on top of Y/N. "All cosy and warm."
"Mmm," she murmured mindlessly, already beginning to doze off.
"Sleep well, bunny," Jeongin smiled devilishly as her consciousness faded into darkness.
To be continued...
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