Read 69 Streamer (BL) :: Brother's

Ji Woong started, his pen slipping from his fingers and rolling onto the floor. Blinking, he tried to gather his scattered thoughts, aware that he had been caught in his absent-minded reverie. "I—uh," he stammered, cheeks coloring under the scrutiny.

Noah's expression softened imperceptibly as he turned away, allowing Ji Woong a moment's respite. "Anyone else?" he asked, shifting focus back to the eager hands.

As the lecture resumed, Noah's eyes discreetly swept back to Ji Woong, then to Jaehyun, who was diligently jotting down notes. The resemblance between the two—a certain set to their jaws, the way their hair fell—was subtle but undeniable to those who knew to look for it.

For a brief second, a shadow crossed Noah's face, a complex mixture of protectiveness and concern that only those who truly understood their relationship might decipher. Noah, the ever-watchful stepbrother, masked his personal feelings with professionalism, redirecting his attention to the intricacies of the brain.

Yet, throughout the remainder of the lecture, Noah's awareness remained divided, one part devoted to his teaching duties, the other silently keeping watch over the dynamic unfolding silently in the rows before him.

Whispers threaded through the classroom like tendrils of smoke, faint but persistent, as Noah sketched a diagram on the whiteboard. One student leaned over to another, her voice a conspiratorial murmur. "That's his brother, you know."

"Really?" The other student's eyes flickered between Jaehyun and Noah, seeking out the familial resemblance that lay beneath the surface.

"Stepbrother," the first clarified with a nod. "But Noah looks out for him. Just watch."

The lecture hall hummed with the sound of mental gears turning, notes being taken, and the occasional whisper that added to the undercurrent of curiosity. Noah, with practiced ease, wrapped up the complexities of neurological pathways into digestible summaries. He tapped the board with his marker for emphasis, concluding the lesson with a flourish.

"Remember, these connections in the brain are fundamental to understanding human behavior," he said, capping his marker with a definitive click. "Any questions before we wrap up for today?"

A brief silence followed, filled with shuffling papers and the clink of pens against desks. Satisfied, Noah nodded.

"Alright then. Don't forget, your research proposals are due next week. I expect groundbreaking ideas, people." His tone held a hint of humor, softening the academic rigor he so often projected.

He stepped away from the podium, his gaze sweeping the room one last time, lingering an extra moment on Jaehyun, who now looked up from his notes. With a small, almost imperceptible nod to his stepbrother, Noah collected his own materials and exited the lecture hall.

The students began to gather their belongings, the whispers growing louder now that the professor had left. Some glanced at Jaehyun with renewed interest, their minds spinning tales and rumors about the quiet student who shared a secret bond with their enigmatic professor.

As they entered the dimly lit bar, the atmosphere buzzed with laughter and the clinking of glasses. The warm glow of the overhead lights cast a cozy ambiance, inviting them to unwind from the day’s stresses. They made their way to the bar stools, settling in comfortably as they scanned the drink menu.

“I’ll have a Margarita,” Noah said, his eyes sparkling with a hint of mischief.

“Make it two,” Jaehyun replied, a grin spreading across his face. The bartender nodded and began mixing their drinks, the sound of ice shaking echoing in the background.

Once the drinks were served, they raised their glasses in a toast. “To new beginnings,” Noah declared, taking a sip of the tangy concoction. The refreshing taste of lime and tequila washed over him, easing the tension that had built up over the past few weeks.

As they drank, Noah turned serious. “We have to change,” he said, his tone contemplative.

Jaehyun raised an eyebrow, curious. “Yes, I noticed that you don’t hate me like before,” he teased, a playful smirk dancing on his lips.

Noah chuckled, but there was an underlying sincerity in his voice. “It’s not that I hated you. I just… didn’t know how to handle everything. But I’m trying.”

“Good,” Jaehyun replied, leaning in slightly. “By the way, I saw a streamer on the internet. He’s cute.”

“A streamer?” Jaehyun echoed, his interest piqued. “Who?”

Noah reached for his phone, his fingers deftly navigating the screen until he found the video. He turned the device around, showing Jaehyun the face of Hattori, the charismatic streamer whose charm seemed to leap off the screen.

Jaehyun squinted, studying the image. “I think I’ve seen that person somewhere,” he mused, tapping his chin in thought. Then, a teasing glint appeared in his eyes. “Wait, have you fallen in love with him?”

Noah’s cheeks flushed a deep crimson. “No, I am not!” he protested, though his embarrassment was evident.

“Oh, you are in love!” Jaehyun exclaimed, leaning back in his seat with a triumphant grin.

“No, I’m not!” Noah insisted, covering his face with his hands in an attempt to hide his growing embarrassment.

“Come on, brother, tell me the truth,” Jaehyun coaxed, his playful tone encouraging Noah to open up.

With a reluctant sigh, Noah finally confessed, “I saw him first in the live stream, and I saw his naked body, and I… I fell in love with him.”

Jaehyun burst into laughter, the sound infectious. “I think it’s tough to find him. But don’t worry; I’ll help you find him.”

“Thanks, you are my true brother,” Noah said, relief washing over him. “I’ll take care of you from now on.”

They finished their drinks, the warmth of the alcohol mingling with the warmth of their newfound camaraderie. With spirits lifted, they left the bar and headed toward the hostel where they were staying.

As they reached the entrance, Jaehyun turned to Noah with a smile. “Okay, brother. Meet you tomorrow. Bye!”

“Bye,” Noah replied, waving as they went their separate ways.

Once inside his room, Jaehyun couldn’t shake the thought of the streamer from his mind. He sat on the edge of his bed, staring at the wall, his mind racing with ideas. How could he help Noah find this elusive Hattori? The challenge ignited a spark of determination within him. He would do whatever it took to support his brother, even if it meant diving into the chaotic world of online streaming and fandoms.

With a newfound purpose, Jaehyun grabbed his laptop and began to search for any clues that might lead him to the charming streamer who had captured Noah’s heart. As they entered the dimly lit bar, the atmosphere buzzed with laughter and the clinking of glasses. The warm glow of the overhead lights cast a cozy ambiance, inviting them to unwind from the day’s stresses. They made their way to the bar stools, settling in comfortably as they scanned the drink menu.