Request from: @stardust_moonchild 

Riki's morning routine was a delicate dance of hiding the bruises and scars that marred his skin, a silent testament to the brutality he endured. Each glance in the mirror served as a painful reminder of the torment that awaited him beyond the sanctuary of his bedroom walls.

As he descended the stairs, the aroma of breakfast lingered in the air, a fleeting moment of normalcy in an otherwise tumultuous existence. Jake's smile greeted him, a beacon of warmth amidst the darkness that threatened to consume him. But behind that smile, Riki could see the concern etched in Jake's eyes, a silent plea for him to confide in him, to share the burden that weighed so heavily on his soul.

"Morning, Riki," Jake's voice was gentle, filled with an unspoken understanding. But Riki could only offer a weak smile in return, his heart heavy with the weight of his own secrets.

The journey to school was a silent one, the air thick with tension as they navigated the familiar streets that led to the battleground of Riki's daily struggle. With each passing moment, the weight of anticipation hung heavy in the air, a silent countdown to the inevitable confrontation that awaited him.

Arriving at school, Riki braced himself for the onslaught of taunts and jeers that awaited him. But no amount of preparation could steel his heart against the venomous words that pierced his armor, each barb carving deeper into his already fragile psyche.

The classroom felt suffocatingly small as Riki's heart pounded in his chest, his breaths coming in ragged gasps. The bullies loomed over him like menacing shadows, their faces twisted in cruel grins as they advanced, closing in on their prey.

"Let go of me!" Riki's voice echoed off the walls, filled with a raw defiance that belied the fear gnawing at his insides.

"Look who's getting feisty now," one of the bullies sneered, his voice dripping with malice. "Thought you could just walk away, huh?"

Riki's back pressed against the cold, unforgiving surface of the wall, trapping him in a prison of fear and despair. But as the first blow landed, a spark of defiance ignited within Riki's soul, a primal instinct to fight back against the forces that sought to break him.

"You think you can push me around and get away with it?" Riki's voice trembled with rage as he unleashed a flurry of blows, each strike fueled by the pain and anger that had festered within him for far too long.

For a brief moment, the tide seemed to turn, the bullies recoiling in shock as Riki fought back with a ferocity that took them by surprise.

"What the hell? Get him!" Another bully lunged forward, his fists flying as he sought to overpower Riki with sheer brute force.

But amidst the chaos, a glimmer of hope remained, a flicker of light in the darkness that threatened to consume him.

"You think you can break me?" Riki's voice rose above the din, filled with a defiant resolve that echoed through the chaos. "You'll never win!"

And as the final blow fell, and darkness descended, Riki knew that though the battle may have been lost, the war was far from over. For within him burned a fire that could never be extinguished, a flame of resilience and strength that would guide him through the darkest of nights, and into the light of a new dawn.

【🥀】

The revelation hit Riki like a freight train, leaving him reeling in disbelief. Unbeknownst to him, the bullies had meticulously orchestrated the entire confrontation, their sinister motives hidden behind a facade of innocence.

As Riki stepped through the threshold of his home, the atmosphere was charged with tension, his hyungs' eyes ablaze with fury as they thrust the damning footage before him.

"What the hell have you been up to, Riki?" Heeseung's voice was laced with accusation, his disappointment palpable as he watched the footage unfold.

Riki's heart sank as he tried to explain, his words falling on deaf ears as his hyungs dismissed his protests with a wave of their hands. "I swear, I didn't do anything! They cornered me—" he pleaded, desperation seeping into his voice.

"Save it, Riki," Sunghoon snapped, his patience wearing thin. "We've seen enough."

Even Jake, his pillar of support, turned away, unable to reconcile the boy he loved with the villain portrayed on screen. "How could you do this, Riki?" His voice was barely a whisper, filled with a pain that cut deeper than any physical wound.

The weight of their accusations hung heavy in the air, crushing Riki beneath the weight of their betrayal. And as the days turned into weeks, the rift between them widened, each passing moment a painful reminder of the love he had lost.

Valentine's Day approached like a specter haunting Riki's every waking moment, a reminder of the love he had once held so dear. With trembling hands, he crafted a heartfelt gift for Jake, pouring his soul into every brushstroke and word penned.

But when he presented it to his boyfriend, the response was cold, the gift dismissed as a token of guilt rather than love. "I can't believe you, Riki," Jake's voice was hollow, his eyes betraying a depth of hurt that Riki had never seen before.

The members' mocking laughter echoed in his ears, their words like daggers aimed at his wounded heart. "Looks like Riki's trying to buy forgiveness," Sunoo sneered, his words dripping with sarcasm.

Heartache and despair engulfed Riki as he trudged back to school, each step a painful reminder of his shattered dreams.

 And then, like adding salt to a wound. 

In a dark alleyway, the bullies struck with a ferocity that left Riki battered and broken, his cries for help drowned out by the echoes of his own anguish.

Half-conscious and bleeding, Riki reached for his phone, his fingers trembling as he dialed Jake's number. "Hyung," he whispered, his voice barely a raspy breath, "I need you."

In a blur of panic and desperation, Jake rallied their hyungs, their hearts heavy with guilt as they rushed to Riki's side. "Hang in there, Riki" Jay's voice was filled with a rare vulnerability, his usual bravado replaced by genuine concern.

【🥀】

As Riki lay in the hospital bed, his body battered and broken, his hyungs gathered around him, their faces etched with guilt and remorse. Heeseung's hands shook as he brushed a strand of hair from Riki's forehead, his heart heavy with the weight of their betrayal.

"We were so wrong," Heeseung whispered, his voice barely above a whisper. "We never should have doubted you, Riki."

Tears welled in Jay's eyes as he stared at his maknae, his usual playful demeanor replaced by a profound sense of regret. "I can't believe we let this happen," he choked out, his voice thick with emotion.

As the reality of their mistake sank in, the hyungs felt sick to their stomachs, their minds reeling with the magnitude of their betrayal. "How could we have been so blind?" Sunghoon muttered, his voice tinged with self-loathing.

But amidst the waves of guilt and despair, a glimmer of hope emerged. The company launched a thorough investigation into the incident, uncovering the truth behind the edited footage and false accusations.

And when the truth came to light, it was met with a tidal wave of apologies and remorse from the fans who had turned on Riki in the midst of the scandal. "We're so sorry, Riki," they cried, their words filled with genuine regret.

The company wasted no time in clearing Riki's name, releasing a statement and the unedited footage that exonerated him of any wrongdoing. And as the truth spread like wildfire, the hyungs felt a sense of relief wash over them, their hearts heavy with gratitude for the second chance they had been given.

"We'll make this right, Riki," Sunoo vowed, his voice filled with determination. "We'll stand by you, no matter what."

And as they watched over their maknae in the hospital room, the hyungs knew that though the road ahead would be long and difficult, they would face it together.

【🥀】

"Riki, I need to talk to you," Jake's voice was filled with remorse as he sat beside Riki's hospital bed, his eyes pleading for forgiveness.

Riki turned to look at Jake, his expression a mix of pain and understanding. "I know you're sorry, Jake," he replied softly, his voice tinged with sadness.

But Jake wasn't ready to let himself off the hook so easily. "No, Riki, you don't understand. I messed up, big time," he confessed, his voice cracking with emotion. "I should have believed you from the start. I should have been there for you."

Riki's heart ached at Jake's words, knowing how hard it must have been for him to admit his mistake. "It's okay, Jake," he said gently, reaching out to grasp Jake's hand. "We all make mistakes. What matters is that we learn from them."

Determined to make amends, Jake resolved to take care of Riki once they returned home. He made sure Riki followed the doctor's orders for bed rest diligently, fussing over him with unwavering care and attention.

【🥀】

As they finally returned to their dorm after a few weeks of Riki's recovery, Jake made sure to continue his vigilant care for Riki. He meticulously followed the doctor's orders, ensuring Riki stayed on bed rest, his attention unwavering even as they settled back into their routine.

"I got all your favorite snacks and foods," Jake announced with a smile, placing a tray filled with Riki's favorite treats on the bedside table. "And I stocked up on those chips you love so much."

Riki's eyes lit up with gratitude as he reached for Jake's hand, squeezing it tightly. "Thank you, Jakey-hyung," he murmured, overwhelmed by Jake's thoughtfulness.

But Jake shook his head, his eyes soft with affection. "You don't have to thank me, baby," he replied, leaning in to press a gentle kiss against Riki's forehead. "Taking care of you is the least I can do."

With each tender touch and affectionate gesture, Riki felt the wounds of the past slowly begin to heal, replaced by a sense of peace and contentment. As they snuggled under the blankets, their favorite shows playing in the background, Riki felt a warmth spread through him at the familiar comfort of their shared moments.

And as they watched their favorite shows together, their laughter mingling with the sound of the TV, Riki couldn't help but feel grateful for the unwavering love of his boyfriend, Jake. In that moment, surrounded by the warmth of Jake's affection, Riki knew that their happy ending was just the beginning of a lifetime of happiness together.

As Riki lay beside Jake, his head resting on Jake's chest, he felt a surge of love and gratitude wash over him. Despite the hurt and turmoil of the past few days, Riki knew deep down that Jake's love for him was unwavering.

"I love you, Jakey-hyung," Riki whispered, his voice filled with warmth and affection.

Jake's arms tightened around Riki, pulling him closer. "I love you too, sweetheart," he replied softly, pressing a kiss to the top of Riki's head.

In that moment, surrounded by the warmth of Jake's embrace, Riki knew that their love was stronger than any obstacle they faced.

 And as they drifted off to sleep, their hearts entwined in a bond that could weather any storm, Riki felt a sense of peace settle over him. With Jake by his side, he knew that no matter what challenges lay ahead, they would face them together, united in their love for each other.

Request from : @stardust_moonchild

The request is wayy to long to add but I hope I reached your expectations!

And somehow I forgot to post this ‼️