Seungmin: Shirtless in the Snow with Lee Know

Prompt: Seungmin: Shirtless in the snow with Lee Know

The chill of winter wrapped itself around the quiet village, white powder draping the landscape like a pristine blanket. Snowflakes danced lazily from the overcast sky, drifting down to mingle with the crunching sound beneath boots. A moment of stillness settled, the air laced with the scent of pine and the promise of mischief. Seungmin stood on the porch of the cabin, a chill breeze tugging playfully at his clothes. His friends had dared him earlier—during their game night, where laughter had echoed through the cozy interior—that he’d never go shirtless in the snow. It was a challenge, one that he could either brush off with a smirk or embrace with the reckless abandon characteristic of youth. “Are you really going to do it?” Lee Know asked, leaning casually against the doorframe with the amused smirk that always made Seungmin’s heart race. He seemed unfazed by the monstrous snowflakes tumbling around him, pristine and untouched. “You know it’s freezing out there, right?” “Come on! It’ll be fun,” Seungmin shot back, his tone more confident than he felt. The thought of dashing into the snow, bare skin exposed to the biting cold, sent chills down his spine—but he couldn’t turn down a dare, not when Lee Know was watching. He was already feeling the thrill coursing through him, a mix of excitement and a hint of embarrassment. Lee Know’s laughter broke through the air, a melodic sound that made Seungmin’s heart thump louder. “I can’t believe you actually want to do this. I have to get my camera!” “No, you don’t!” Seungmin protested, but Lee Know was already retreating inside. In that moment of solitude, Seungmin felt the weight of the world outside—the stillness of the snow, the quietness of the cabin behind him, and the anticipation of Lee Know’s return. Moments stretched as he stared out into the pristine landscape. This was more than just a dare; it was a moment of liberation, a slight rebellion against the mundane path they often walked. With a resolute nod, he tossed his shirt aside, feeling the cold air immediately nip at his exposed skin. The sensation was electric; at once shockingly cold yet exhilaratingly refreshing. The fragile silence of the snowy world enveloped him, and for a fleeting moment, he felt alive, untouched by the trappings of city life. Lee Know burst back onto the porch, camera cradled in his arms, eyes sparkling with mischief. “You look ridiculous!” he called, snapping a picture, the sound of the shutter igniting Seungmin’s bravado. “Yeah?” Seungmin shot back, striking a mock pose with hands on his hips. “At least I can say I’ve done it!” “Alright, then! Let’s see how long you last,” Lee Know replied, laughter bubbling up again. With a dramatic breath, Seungmin leapt off the porch and landed into the soft snow with a satisfying thud. Snow erupted around him, swirling and dusting over his skin, and he whooped with exhilaration. The cold crept up his body, biting against his resolve, but he ran further into the meadow that stretched endlessly before them, each step muted with a fluffy layer beneath his feet. Seungmin twirled, arms stretching out wide as laughter broke free from his chest. The sheer absurdity made him giddy; that he was dancing in the snow like an unrestrained child while Lee Know snapped photo after photo consumed him with a sense of freedom. “You look like a snow angel!” Lee Know teased, his breath coming out in puffs as he caught up, capturing the moment. “Let’s see you do better!” Seungmin called, heart racing as he felt the stark contrast of warmth and cold flowing through him. “Join me!” For a moment, Lee Know hesitated. The crisp air cracked with anticipation as he regarded Seungmin’s laughter echoing through the air. With a dramatic flourish, he tossed off his own jacket. “Fine! If you’re doing this, then so am I!” In an instant, Lee Know shed his layers, revealing a toned torso that glistened slightly with droplets from the chilly air. Seungmin was momentarily caught off guard, the sight of him sending an unexpected jolt to his system. They both stood there, shirtless in the snow, grinning at each other like two misfits bound by the rawness of that moment. “Now we can be ridiculous together!” Lee Know laughed, launching himself into a snowdrift. The impact sent clouds of snow swirling, and Seungmin couldn’t help but mirror his actions. One flurry of laughter ignited another as they began their playful wrestling, the chill forgotten amidst the warmth of camaraderie. The two boys rolled around, laughter ringing out against the stillness of the winter air. Seungmin was pinned beneath Lee Know at one point, body pushing against the cold earth, and he could feel the heat radiating from his friend even as the snow melted around them. “You’ll have to do better than that!” Seungmin shouted, using his legs to kick up a wave of snow that showered over Lee Know. Their playful chaos brought them back to childhood, where freedom took precedence over anything else—a reminder that life was not solely for rules and expectations. The world around them faded into a blur of white, laughter binding their moments together far tighter than any fabric they could wear. Eventually, they paused, breathless and arms spread wide, making snow angels, the laughter still spilling from them as body warmth mingled under the day’s cold sky. “So, how do you feel?” Lee Know panted, rolling onto his side to gaze at Seungmin, snowflakes still clinging to his hair, framing his features like a crown. “Alive,” Seungmin replied with a smile, realizing the answer was true in ways he hadn’t anticipated. The thrill of having been so ridiculous, of being utterly themselves, filled a warmth in the pit of his stomach. “Next time, let’s do it when it’s warmer,” Lee Know added, laughter still bubbling between them, relief pouring from his eyes. They both knew it was a shared moment, etched forever in their memories—two friends embracing life and each other amid the snow. And as the sun finally broke through the clouds, casting a warm golden hue over the frosty landscape, the two figures lay in the snow, free and alive, framed by the beauty of their foolishness.