◟ ⑅ 𓏼 ͡ ֪ San — "We're not dating / Woosan | ͜͝ | ◝ ֪

Wooyoung and San had always maintained a close friendship, dating back to their debut as members of ATEEZ, and even prior to that. While their bond was evident to those around them, they often expressed their closeness through fan service rather than openly addressing it.

Their interactions were so natural and compelling that many perceived them as a potential couple off camera, largely due to the undeniable chemistry they shared. However, San eventually chose to put an end to the speculation by publicly stating that they were not dating. Ironically, this declaration contrasted sharply with his true feelings, as he was, in fact, deeply attracted to Wooyoung.

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The day following this incident, San attended a scheduled fan meeting in Seoul alongside the rest of the ATEEZ members. After completing the unit performances, including the one he shared with Wooyoung, the group engaged in lighthearted banter on stage and interacted with their fans.

During this time, San began to notice a shift in Wooyoung’s behaviour. He appeared increasingly comfortable teasing and interacting with the other members, particularly Yunho and Mingi, in a manner that closely resembled how he used to interact with San. It soon became apparent that Wooyoung was deliberately provoking reactions from both San and the audience.

Unable to conceal his emotions, San found himself growing visibly jealous as he watched the dynamic unfold. The situation felt deeply unfair to him, as he witnessed his feelings mirrored in interactions that were no longer directed solely at him.

Given that fans had long shipped San and Wooyoung, his reaction quickly gained attention online. Clips of the moment circulated widely on social media, often accompanied by captions such as, "Not dating huh?" and "San really be looking resentful after saying that", highlighting the irony of the situation.

Once the event concluded, the members returned to their dorms in a van. San chose to sit beside Wooyoung but remained silent, attempting to mirror Wooyoung’s aloofness and maintain emotional distance. However, despite his efforts, Wooyoung’s presence beside him felt warm and comforting after the exhausting day.

Wooyoung, too, seemed affected. Gradually, he leaned against San, his fatigue evident. San felt the weight of his closest friend resting against him and, despite everything, found himself unable to resist softening at the contact.