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“Keep it moving, come on!” yelled Nayeon. At this time of the year, beaches are very popular. Nayeon booked a flight to Hawaii with her best friend, Dahyun. “If you help me then maybe things will move quickly.” Nayeon received an eye roll which wasn’t very new these days.
When they arrived several hours later in the beautiful Hawaii beach, Nayeon was mesmerized. Hawaii is really it . She set her goal. To reach her peak in her career and then resign to reside in Hawaii. She paid Hawaii a visit a couple of times throughout the years. Mostly with Dahyun, frequently with her family, a few times with her ex-lovers. It’s not surprising for Nayeon to bring her lovers to this place since the girl was capable. It just sucks big time when they break up because Hawaii is a safe haven for her and remembering the memories of her exes here has destroyed her image of Hawaii for quite some time. Hawaii’s beauty won over her though.
So, she came back.
It took time for Dahyun to finally convince Nayeon to come back since they both clearly miss it. it’s full of Nayeon’s What if’s and with Dahyun’s answer as Oh please . They only reached Hawaii because of you. Harsh but its Dahyun, and Nayeon is soft towards Dahyun.
“I’m sure you’re glad you said yes.” Dahyun said. She recently found a new beach, almost deserted but very, very beautiful. Nayeon is appreciative. “I am.” Nayeon sat down in the warm sand. The smell of salt, light waves, and calm sun is what Nayeon needed. A toxic work life back in Seoul, crazy exes, an unhealthy number of rumors. She was exasperated. Dahyun knew what she needed. Nayeon is thankful. Dahyun says Anytime.
Nayeon breathed in the ocean breeze, it was windy that day and her bucket hat kept flying. It was blown away by the unusually strong stroke of wind to another side of her view. “I’m sorry, the wind was strong.” Nayeon apologized, hoping for a kind person to not ruin her time here. “Here,” Nayeon was mesmerized. “Happened a few times to me, too.” The girl smiled. Nayeon solidified her goals today. Hawaii was really it. She was set to leave with a goal in mind. To meet the girl she just met, tomorrow. She was walking away when she heard the girl murmur a sentence, “Excuse me?” Nayeon decided to look back and offered the girl a smile. The girl was smiling back, unsure of what to say. “You’re her, right?” She gave her widest smile.
“You’re the K-pop Idol, Im Nayeon.” Nayeon’s smile almost dropped but the sincerity and admiration from the girl’s face is enough to make her smile stay still. “Oh, you know…” The other girl’s smile never left her face and so was Nayeon’s.
“You must be Korean?” Nayeon asked. “Japanese.” “Ahhh, that’s nice.”
The girl nodded and giggled. “The Im Nayeon isn’t just famous in South Korea. She doesn’t need to worry.” The girl gave her the sweetest smile Nayeon had ever seen. “You’re a flatterer, Ms.?”
“Mina. Myoui Mina”
Nayeon only nodded. She hopes Mina has a reply in mind. “Don’t worry. I just asked because I was making sure I wasn’t hallucinating.” Mina laughed and so did Nayeon. “Well, you’re most certainly not hallucinating, Ms. Myoui” Mina thanked God. “I’m glad.” Nayeon hasn’t seen a girl as pretty as Myoui Mina. A thought came into her head that maybe Mina has been here too many times. “Have you been here a lot of times? You seem like a local."
“Yes. I was planning to live here sometime in the future.” Nayeon nodded. Same plans, I guess. “I have the same plan actually.” “Oh. You do?” Mina gave her a confused stare. Now or when? “Yes. After all this K-pop thing.” Nayeon gave her a pat on her shoulder to say it’s okay.
“Hawaii is really good. I visit every year just to make sure I’m not missing it.” Mina told Nayeon. And just like that, they were walking together under the sunset while telling stories and making new ones.
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“Hawaii is not the best place I’ve ever been to but it’s like, almost a part of me” Nayeon exclaimed to Mina who was matching her love for the place. “Right? Like there will be other countries that are prettier than Hawaii, but Hawaii captures our hearts” Mina enthusiastically said and Nayeon became giddy. “I sometimes forget that I’m an Idol when I’m here. I mean almost every time. Thank you for treating me like a normal person today.” Mina giggled. “I’m fangirling.”
“Oh?” Nayeon gave her famous smile that shows her cute teeth because she knows every fan likes those. It might work on Mina. Who knows? “You’re a lot more laid back than what I thought you would be.” Mina honestly said while guiding Nayeon with her own hand, away from the dogs that were having fun in the sand. “Well, you are a lot nicer than what I expected.”
“Expected?” Mina looked at Nayeon with a smile. “When my hat flew. It happens every time and other people just won’t bother” “Oh.” They both giggled. They decided to sit down in the nearest spot. Mina insisted on buying their food but Nayeon was stubborn, saying No. No beautiful girl is buying me dinner on the first night and so Mina failed to buy their food. “Is this a date?” Mina asked and they both laughed. “If you want it to be. I mean, this is not a date-food. I could do better than this” Nayeon smiled and looked at the view of the ocean once again, so did Mina. “Are you asking me for a real date?” “Yes,”
“Then okay.”
Hawaii’s weather has gone a little colder tonight so they decided to stay for a bit but then decided to go home because Nayeon is wearing an off shoulder blouse and was freezing to death. “This must be luck working on our side” Nayeon said when they found out they were staying at the same hotel. Mina convinced Nayeon to let Mina walk her home by saying No date is going to happen if you don't let me. Harsh but Nayeon found it amusing.
“This is really destiny.” Nayeon said, amazed, when she also found out Mina’s room is literally one room away from her. “Your room is just one room away from mine!” Mina giggled at the Idol’s cuteness. She pinched Nayeon’s cheeks and made her flustered. “You’re so cute” Nayeon’s knees almost gave up and she hoped Mina was there to catch her. “You really are…” Mina was patiently waiting for Nayeon to get herself together. It was cute. Nayeon is cute. “Such a flatterer.”
Mina scanned Nayeon’s face to see her reaction. “I had the chance so why not take it?” Nayeon laughed out loud and she found herself full of joy. Her perception of Hawaii changed back to being good for memories. Good for her. “I would like to invite you in but it’s not proper for a first meeting, isn’t it?” Nayeon said as she unlocked the door to her room. “Maybe next time.” Mina said and gave Nayeon’s cheek a quick peck. “Goodnight, Nayeon.”
“Goodnight.”
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Nayeon slouched down on the couch. That was decent for a first meeting. She hasn't had full conversations with strangers like that for such a long time but Mina isn’t a stranger anymore. “Have you eaten dinner?” Dahyun asked. “Yeah.” Dahyun suspiciously eyed her. “That’s weird. You never eat out in Hawaii without someone….” Dahyun looked at her intently. “Oh. You had someone!” She was excited now. She sat down next to Nayeon and asked questions. “Her name is Mina. Myoui Mina. Please don’t refer to her as “the person” anymore.” Dahyun laughed. “Fine. I only called her that because if I asked you, you wouldn’t tell me right away.”
“Fine.”
Nayeon went to the kitchen to get water. She is counting. One, Two, Three. There is Dahyun, with another set of questions. “Where is she from?” Nayeon chugged down the glass of water. Another round of Q&A’s. “She is Japanese but currently lives in South Korea. She works there.” Dahyun almost squealed in joy. “See! I told you Hawaii would be great!” Nayeon is thankful, again, very thankful.
“Is she pretty?”
“The prettiest.”
Nayeon spent the night answering Dahyun’s questions until they fell asleep.
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“I could just knock on her door, right?” Nayeon asked. She completely forgot about asking Mina’s number. Thanks to Mina’s very fluttering words and a kiss to her cheek, Nayeon forgot decency. “If she’s home then you’re lucky, If she’s not then please don’t cry” Dahyun said while preparing their breakfast. “You know what? I’m actually feeling lucky” Nayeon left Dahyun immediately.
Nayeon stood outside Mina’s room for more than a minute now. Maybe more than fifteen already. It’s 10 o’clock now, She must be awake already right? Nayeon still contemplated. Dahyun got out of their room to check and she was right. Nayeon has no game. “Come back and eat breakfast,” She said but Nayeon was stubborn and she didn’t budge.
“Fine.” Dahyun knocked on Mina’s door and ran away. Nayeon stood there straight, waiting but also wanting to run away too. A couple of seconds later, the door flew open.
Mina is the prettiest. Even with her hair sticking out from everywhere? Yes . Nayeon will say yes.
“I’m sorry. Did I wake you up?” Mina shook her head no and placed a sweet smile. “I just got up from my bed. I’m sorry you had to see me this way.” Mina said and tried to comb her hair with her own hands. Nayeon giggled a bit. “You’re still as pretty” A rose tint went into both of their cheeks. It’s too early for this . “Why, thank you.” Nayeon stared at Mina for a few more seconds before remembering what she knocked for. “Oh, I came here to ask for your number. I didn’t get it yesterday and I don’t know what time our date is. You know, I forgot about it because I was–I’m sorry, was I talking too much?” Nayeon’s both cheeks were pinched. “You are the cutest, Nayeon.” Nayeon swore Mina’s smile right now is overdosing. With their faces so close together and Mina laughs at Nayeon’s cuteness, Nayeon was excited not to breathe. She couldn”t anyway. When Mina stopped pinching her cheeks and put a space between them, Nayeon felt a surge of energy. “Would you like breakfast? My best friend cooked something”
“Is it okay for her?” Mina asked. Nayeon nodded several times. Dahyun would love it.
“I’ll just go change?” Mina said and Nayeon gave her a nod. “I’ll wait right here.” It took exactly 10 minutes for Mina to get ready. She was wearing a white summer dress and the look of a very fine lady. A very subtle pink colored lip gloss, rosy cheeks, and dark brown hair complements Mina’s already pretty face. “Sorry, did I take too long?” She asked and Nayeon thought that if she'd wait 10 minutes every time for Mina to come out looking like this, she could wait forever. “Nope. Just perfect.”
When they entered Nayeon’s room, Dahyun was cooking more food than usual. Nayeon knew Dahyun eavesdropped but it’s okay if it means more food. “Hello, I’m Mina” She introduced herself to the blonde girl and received a big smile. “Hi, I’m Dahyun! I would like to shake your hands but unfortunately my hands are already shaking this spatula to make this meal” Mina laughed and said it was okay. “I didn’t want to go into your business but, Nayeon told me about you already.” Dahyun smiles and Nayeon mouthed that she will kill her later. “Oh she did?” Mina looked at Nayeon with a smile so Nayeon looked at her, “I was held hostage”.
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“You work there?!” Dahyun’s excitement overshadowed Nayeon’s. “I mean, I will but not yet,'' Mina said over a sip of milk. It turns out Mina and Dahyun would most likely work together. (It means Mina will be closer to Nayeon.) “I can't believe luck is on Nayeon’s side these days,” Dahyun joked but Nayeon thinks it's true. She has never been this lucky. “Now, now. I need to go. Oh, and Mina, I would love to get to know you from my perspective because Nayeon’s seemed to be a little bit biased” Dahyun winked at her before closing the door. “I see.” Mina said and let out a giggle she was holding. “What?” Nayeon said and sat down in the chair looking exhausted. Mina sat down next to her but left a good amount of space. “I love getting to know you,” Nayeon said and closed her eyes.
“Do you want to ditch the date? You look exhausted.” Nayeon bolted right up, opened her eyes, sat straight, and looked at Mina. “I’m not. A fine lady like you should be taken out for a date.” Mina giggled and Nayeon felt like she accomplished something big. “I don’t mind a movie date before an actual dinner date” Nayeon stood up and opened the TV. She does act fast. “Any genre?” “Any genre.” They spent the whole day watching corny rom-coms and Nayeon promised Mina the next time they do movie dates, she would pick the best movies for them. Another date was set.
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“You must be filthy rich to come back here every time you miss it.” Nayeon said as she drove the car around the city, looking for a restaurant. “I’m not coming back because I miss it. I keep coming back because I don’t want to miss it. I hate missing something” Mina answered. “I just love Hawaii so much” She ended with a chuckle. “I see. Ah. Here’s one.” Nayeon parked the car and they entered the restaurant. It was full of locals but it wasn’t surprising for Mina that Nayeon knew this place. They sat down and ordered enough food for them. The place was very cozy and it fit Mina. They shared stories of each other from childhood and teenage years over the course of three hours.
“You did ballet for 11 years?” Nayeon said as they began to walk outside. “Yes. I stopped practicing when I got the job in Korea though.” Mina said. She wasn’t particularly sad but she definitely misses ballet. “Hopefully, you'll do ballet again. I can imagine you doing that” Nayeon said and it sparks hope for Mina. Maybe she will try again. “Why did you become an Idol?”
“I always loved singing and dancing,” Nayeon exhaled. “It must’ve been tough.” Mina held her hands tightly and rub her thumb across it when she noticed a change of mood from Nayeon. “Thank you.” Nayeon murmured. “Growing up being criticized for something you love is really soul-crashing.” “I’m glad you made it.” Mina said with sincerity all over her tone, and kissed Nayeon’s hands as a reassurance. Nayeon’s mind almost went into a short circuit but Mina made sure she wasn’t going to have any. “We're proud of you.” She kisses Nayeon’s hands once again.
They went for a walk before driving back into their hotel. “Thank you for today.” Mina said, pecking Nayeon’s cheek before closing her door. Nayeon forgot to get her number again.
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“Oh for fucks sake!” Nayeon remembered it at Midnight when she was bored as hell with no Dahyun in sight. She was planning to maybe text Mina all night when the realization began. She got up from her bed frustrated and stomped her way onto the sofa. She finally decided to go outside the terrace to ease her frustration and when she did, she saw Mina one room away from her, also in the terrace. Mina took notice of Nayeon too. “Mina!” Nayeon yelled. “I forgot to ask for your number!” She yelled once more. Mina laughed at Nayeon. “Maybe you should come and ask me again!” She shouted back. Nayeon smiles. She knocked into Mina’s room and finally asked. “What’s your number? Give me your number.”
Mina asked for Nayeon to come in and she did. They are seated one seat far from each other into Mina’s terrace, admiring the view of Hawaii. “I was frustrated earlier,” Nayeon giggled. “I was bored and I thought of texting you but I realized I still don’t have your number.” She finished. Mina laughed at Nayeon when the girl was demonstrating how frustrated she was. “You could've just knocked, you know” Nayeon looked at her and giggled. “I’m nervous. Do you know that Dahyun knocked this morning because I was waiting outside your room for twenty minutes.” Nayeon laughed when she remembered how absurd she was. “Oh gosh” Mina laughed as well.
When the laughter died down, the soft sound of waves did its trick to make the tension soften between them. It was quiet and comfortable. Nayeon decided to reach for Mina’s hand, in return for earlier. Mina let her gladly do so, squeezing their hands twice. “I like your hands.” Nayeon said. “Yeah?” She nodded. “It fits mine perfectly.” Mina gave Nayeon a peck on the cheek. “I think your cheeks fit with my lips perfectly too.”
It was almost 3 in the morning when Mina felt sleepy. “Stay for the night?” She offered, too tired for Nayeon’s future excuses, she grabbed Nayeon’s hands and both of them lay into her bed. “Are you sure you want me in the bed? I could sleep on the sofa” Nayeon said and Mina just snuggled closer into Nayeon’s embrace. With a leg on top of Nayeon’s, a hand on her waist, her face suffocating into Nayeon’s neck, she says “I think I fit into you too, perfectly.”
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“Where were you last night?” Nayeon asked Dahyun. “I was getting laid.” Nayeon looked at her disgusted. “Oh come on, I was having fun and finding my own Mina” Dahyun said and took a pill for headache. “You. Why were you in Mina's room?” Dahyun asked suspiciously and Nayeon made a face. “We didn’t do anything. Piss off.” she said and opened the TV. “I was just asking because one time we were here you were getting railed for three days straight! I couldn’t even enter our room because it's always occupied!” Nayeon threw a pillow on Dahyun with every strength she got. “Fucking shut up!” Dahyun laughed the loudest.
“No, but seriously. I like Mina for you.” Dahyun said, picking up the pillow and putting it back in its place. “You don’t think she'll hurt me too, right?” Nayeon cuddles next to Dahyun, aching for comfort. “I mean, nothing is sure. But you, do you think Mina is worth a try?” Dahyun fully envelopes Nayeon into a hug. The older girl is undeniably vulnerable outside the screen she portrays herself to be .
“I want to try with her.”
Dahyun knows Nayeon, more than her exes, and more than anyone. She is someone who is constant to Dahyun and she was hers too. Without each other, they believed none of them would be able to function. They were each other's emergency person. A life boat. They established it for so many years and both were glad. “I’ll always be here no matter what”
“Thank you.” Nayeon thinks she needed to thank Dahyun more. Dahyun thinks it's enough. “But I really want to know why you were at Mina’s.” Nayeon sat down comfortably away from Dahyun and started telling why. “One thing I knew, I was beside her, asleep.” Nayeon looked at the TV, reminiscing what happened in Mina’s room. “And you didn’t cook her breakfast?” Dahyun asked. “You must be kidding…” She continued. “I did, okay? Hopefully It won’t be too cold when she wakes up” Nayeon shrugged. “Ring her up” Dahyun said and Nayeon looked at her confused. “What?” “I said ring her up” “What for?” Dahyun took Nayeon’s phone and scrolled towards Mina’s number. “To say Good morning” Dahyun gave Nayeon’s phone back and it was already ringing on FaceTime. Dahyun stood there and waited along with Nayeon.
Finally, Mina picked up on the third ring. “Hello?” “Hi, uh... I’m sorry. Did I wake you?” Mina nodded but gave her a smile. “Why did you call?” She asked and she’s now sitting on her bed, fixing her hair. “I was going to say, uh….” Nayeon looked at Dahyun who was mouthing Good morning. “I was going to say Good morning.” Mina let off a giggle and it was cuter because she just woke up. “You could’ve just told me here, silly. Why did you leave early?” Nayeon facepalms herself. She agreed. Why did she? “Oh I-I don’t know” Mina smiles. “Good morning to you too then,”
Nayeon gave her a toothy smile. “I cooked you breakfast. It might be too cold though” Mina stood up and went to the kitchen, with Nayeon watching as Mina brought her phone with her, making sure Nayeon could still see her. Mina touched the eggs with her fingertips. “It’s too cold,” Mina jokingly complained. “Maybe the cook can heat it up for me?” Nayeon giggles. “Wait for the chef then.”
“See? Good luck, Best friend” Dahyun said and she was yet to receive another pillow thrown in her face.
Once Nayeon entered Mina’s room, her bed was already made and everything else was cleaned. “Have you had breakfast?” Nayeon shook her head no. “Not yet.” Mina then gets herself two plates and with Nayeon’s help, utensils too. “Heating the food was an excuse for you to come.” Mina chuckles and Nayeon smiled. “I know.”
“But I could really heat it up for you” Mina said it’s okay and so they went ahead to eat. “Thank you for staying the whole night. I appreciate it”
Nayeon looked at Mina. She can’t believe she just noticed now that Mina looked different from the first time they met. This Mina in front of her seems tired, sad. “Are you okay?” Mina smiled tenderly. She wasn’t sure what she was going to say. “No.” Nayeon gazes at her, wondering if she could push more. “Is it okay to ask why?” Mina chuckles. “Of course,” Mina drank her water and cleared her throat. “I was afraid, that’s all.” Nayeon held her hand. “Of?” She could tell Mina was hesitant, she regretted for a slight moment why she asked but Mina reassured her it was okay. “I just got a call that my father has just recovered from his sickness” Mina looked at Nayeon intensely. “Isn’t that good?” Mina shook her head. “He always relapses. And I don’t know if he could take another one,” Nayeon didn’t know what to do, so she offered herself. She hugged Mina until she felt like Mina could stand on her own. Mina cried for hours that day. Nayeon was glad she was there.
“I booked a flight back to Japan tonight.” Mina said when she calmed down. Nayeon was beside her, caressing her back and drawing circles with her finger to her back. “That’s great” Mina looked at Nayeon. “I don’t want to miss you.” She confessed. Nayeon smiles at her and kisses her forehead. “You could call me anytime” Mina snuggles closer. She really hated missing something, and a certain someone especially. “When are you going back to Seoul?” asked Mina. “About a week from now.” Mina sighed. “Okay. I’ll be back five days from now.” Nayeon nodded.
“You’re going to be busy once you’re back in Seoul, aren’t you?” Mina asked. Nayeon gave a saddened smile. “Unfortunately. But I could meet you after my flight.” Mina was hesitant. Nayeon shouldn’t really change schedules for her. “No. it’s okay. You should rest. We’ll meet whenever you’re free”
“I don’t want you to miss me.” Nayeon joked and finally, Mina laughed after the long crying session. “Then don’t make me miss you.”
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Nayeon dropped Mina off the airport and received a peck on the cheek once again. Nayeon once believed promises and goodbyes mostly aren”t good but with Mina, maybe promises and goodbyes aren’t that bad after all.
“Ohoh, Why do you look like that?” Dahyun asked once she was back in their hotel room. “Mina just left.” Dahyun ran towards Nayeon, worried. “No, no. Not that kind. She left for family matters.”
“Oh thank gosh. I was worried for a second,” Dahyun let out a heavy sigh with a hand on her chest, she was really worried though. “So, when will you meet her again?” Nayeon sighs back. “She said whenever I’m free. And I’m almost never free.” She said and sat down looking frustrated. “I’ll make time for you then,” Dahyun said. “You can't.”
“I can.” Nayeon looked at her best friend and she knew she was serious. “I’ll talk to your Manager. A few hours won’t hurt” And then Dahyun really made her way to talk business with Nayeon’s Manager.
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Hey, I just landed in Japan. I thought I'd let you know. Xoxo – Mina
Nayeon’s waiting was over.
Hi. I’m glad you made it safe. You should take a good rest, Goodnight. – Nayeon
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Mina failed to give Nayeon a text throughout her visit in Japan. Nayeon didn’t mind since she knew why.
Nayeon and Dahyun were on a flight back to Seoul. “Your Manager said 5 hours, Nayeon” Nayeon thanked Dahyun a million times. When they landed, Nayeon received messages from Mina.
Hi. I’m sorry I haven’t texted you back. I’ll tell you why sooner.
Hello Nayeon, You must be on your flight back to Seoul. Have a safe trip! Xoxo – Mina
Nayeon smiled and immediately replied.
Can I see you tomorrow? I’m free. Good evening :)) – Nayeon
In which she received a reply. “Hey! Move your ass here right now” Dahyun yelled while in the car.
So Nayeon did.
Are you sure you’re free? – Mina
I am. – Nayeon
Okay then. <3 – Mina
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Nayeon got home and she missed a chaotic room once Dahyun was gone. So she did what she always does when she feels lonely. She writes songs. Nayeon probably has thousands of written songs just waiting to be recorded, waiting to be given a chance. Nayeon thought those songs didn't fit her concept just yet so she waits for the right time.
Nayeon has been in a bad spotlight for almost a month now because of a very bad media play. Her agency already cleared it but the public eye is ever so stingy. She’s been called an attention seeker or some sort. Nayeon is very thankful to her fans who continue to fight alongside her. She plans to post another controversial thing to clear her image. So she messaged her Manager for permission.
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Mina sat down in her room waiting for her friends who were bothering her to hangout with them ever since she got back from Hawaii. They sure are clingy. She was scrolling through the Internet when an article about a certain Im Nayeon was made.
Kpop-star Im Nayeon, posts yet another controversial topic to clear her image. BB1 Label, to back her up and support her.
Mina scrolled through it and Nayeon’s words were sincerely apologetic for something she hasn’t done, yet, there was still criticism but thankfully overshadowed by a good amount of positivity.
We're proud of you, Im Nayeon. – Mina
She heard a knock from the door and there were her friends who were beaming at her, hands full of takeout food. “Welcome back!” They went to the kitchen and prepared food that was suitable for a movie night. “Sana, For the Love of God, calm down.” Said Momo. They were all childhood best friends that decided to work in South Korea. Momo as a choreographer, Sana as an AR team leader , both on BB1 Label. Mina as an IT.
Momo turned to look at Mina. “What do you have for us?” Mina pointed towards the counter full of souvenirs and snacks she bought from Hawaii. “I’m going broke because of you guys.” Mina exhaled and sat down on the couch.. “As if! You’re one of the richest in Japan, you idiot.” Sana said and brought her tongue out to tease Mina.
Ding !
Mina went to get her phone but Momo was too fast. Momo read “ Thank you, Mina. From,, wait” Momo struggled to read because she doesn’t want to believe what she saw “No way,” Ding ! Momo read it again, “ I’ll see you tomorrow yeah? Good night ?????”
“From who? Oh gosh, Is Mina dating someone?” Sana excitedly went beside Momo and Mina. “From who, Momo?” Momo swallowed the lump on her throat. “From Im Nayeon?!” Mina went to grab her phone away from Momo and stood there and looked at her two best friends who were still in shock. “Is it really Im Nayeon? BB1 Label, Im Nayeon?” Sana asked.
Come to think of it, Momo and Sana haven't seen Im Nayeon even though they work in the same company. She was always busy and almost never in the company for too long because the girl preferred to be somewhere than the company. So it was shocking how Mina got to know the Idol. “It is.” Mina stated, looking for another reaction. “We met back in Hawaii”
“So that’s where she went.” Mina looked at Momo. “Excuse me?” “Oh, it’s just Im Nayeon was supposed to be having a comeback this month but suddenly went into hiatus because of the rumors. And then the other week, her manager announced she will take a break away from Seoul for a week, to unwind.” Mina nodded. “You didn’t know she had rumors, didn’t you?” Sana asked as they went to sit down in the movie area.
“No.” Momo and Sana looked at each other. “Other people said nasty things to her.” Momo said and Mina didn’t care. “What does that have to do with her?” Sana smiles. “Nothing sweetheart. It doesn’t have anything to do with her” Momo did share a smile too. “Don’t let other people”s opinion of Nayeon mess with you, okay?”
“Of course.”
Mina messaged Nayeon back.
Goodnight, Nayeon. I miss you. – Mina
Nayeon’s heart pumped harder. Mina said she misses her. Mina said she hates it when she misses something. She messaged right back.
Please don’t miss me, I don’t want you to hate me – Nayeon
I don’t think I’ll ever hate you. don’t worry. I’ll see you tomorrow.
I had a movie date with friends, they chose another corny rom-coms. Please save me from these. – Mina
Nayeon laughed because she imagined Mina’s disgusted face while watching.
I have a great movie in mind. Let’s watch it tomorrow, to make up for your nigh t – Nayeon
Please do. – Mina
The next day, Nayeon went to check in into the agency and meet with her manager for her schedule. Dahyun was right, she had exactly five hours of free time to be with Mina. “Is this for someone again?” Her manager pointed at the free time. “Jeongyeon, come on. See? it’s my only free time for the week” Nayeon complained. “Yeah, okay, but is it?” Nayeon nodded. “An artist?” “Nope.” “Oh.” Nayeon looked at Jeongyeon. “What do you mean Oh?” Jeongyeon laughed. “No, I mean, it’s pretty strange you didn’t go for another artist” Nayeon slapped her manager”s arm and glared at her. “Shut up.” “I hope you don’t break her heart. Poor girl”
“When was I ever the one who broke their heart?!”
Jeongyeon laughed her heart out. Teasing Nayeon is the best part of being her manager. “Are you really sure you want to live in Hawaii after all of this?” Jeongyeon asked. Nayeon nodded. “I mean what, how many years will this last? 5? 10? I still have time if I ever changed my mind, right?” Nayeon was sure enough.
Ding!
I really don’t want to cancel our date because you made yourself free for this but my friends didn’t want to leave the house for today. What should I do? – Mina
Nayeon looked at her Manager. “What?” She smiles. “Is it possible to extend my 5 hour break? I’ll make up for it tomorrow” Jeongyeon rolled her eyes. “Fine. Only because you seemed really ecstatic to see your girl” Nayeon thanked her with a smile.
We could continue our date with them. Is it okay? – Nayeon
Mina was hesitating. Im Nayeon with Momo and Sana? She hopes for Nayeon’s patience.
I mean is that okay with you? I’ll tell you about them for a heads up – Mina
Sure. What are they like? – Nayeon
Momo is a Choreographer, very talkative. Sana is an AR team leader, very very talkative. Both are from BB1 Label. – Mina
We work at the same agency then. I think it would be fine – Nayeon
Do you really think so? They are quite loud and full of questions – Mina
If I have to date them to date you then why not? – Nayeon
Mina’s heart started to beat faster.
Please don’t. Only date me – Mina
Nayeon felt her knees wiggle.
Mina told Momo and Sana that Nayeon would come, hoping the two girls would get shy and leave but they just went to scream because they”re that excited. It was Im Nayeon anyway.
When it hit 4 in the afternoon, the trio was done preparing for Dinner. Mina was euphorically waiting. It feels like a family is coming home. She took a shower and wore a casual outfit, it was for movie dates anyway.
Knock Knock.
Mina opened the door revealing Nayeon with a bouquet of tulips. Nayeon was gorgeous and smelled really good. Nayeon is beaming at her, “Hi.” Mina replied with a hug and a simple hello. A kiss on the cheek, if you may. “Here,” Mina received the flowers. “I hope you like them.” Mina looked up to level Nayeon’s eyes and nodded, “I love it.”
Mina invited Nayeon in and put the flowers in the vase. Momo and Sana were patiently waiting in the kitchen. When they saw Nayeon, the pair stood up and immediately greeted her like she’s some sort of high ranking official and that made Nayeon giggle. “Oh come on, we work at the same company. You don’t need to be so formal to me. Please treat me like a friend.” Nayeon showed her toothy smile.
“We're sorry if we're disturbing your date but I’m too tired to go elsewhere and Momo is a pain in the ass. I’m sorry” Sana stated “Hey!” Momo yelled while Nayeon chuckled. “It's alright. it’s a pleasure to meet you both.” Sana smiled at her and to Mina’s eyes, Sana was fond of Nayeon already. “Well, dinner is gonna get cold.”
The four of them shared stories and embarrassing moments over dinner. Movie night was scratched out of the list when Momo offered to drink it out, in celebration of Mina dating again after years. Momo said I thought Mina was gonna die single! Followed by Sana”s high pitched laugh and another great banter “Mina’s last relationship was back in College! Her name was Aiko” Sana pointed at Mina “It took her almost 3 years to move on” Momo laughed.
A couple of drinks later, Sana and Momo are drunk. Mina was tipsy, Nayeon was still sober. “You know,” Momo started. “I think you’re a good pair” She continued while asking Sana to support her statement. “I’m no professional or anything about love but I think it's very nice” She hiccups. “I’m just glad Mina is finally going out again.” Sana last said before falling back into her sleep. Momo was fast asleep next to her too.
Nayeon looked at Mina with fondness. She was not quite sure if Mina is tipsy or close to blacking out. “Alright, sweetheart. Let’s get you to bed.” Nayeon carefully guided Mina to her room. She let Mina sit down in the bed while she sat in front of her. It was a big house with big rooms so it took a lot of finding Mina’s room. “I’m sorry this date didn’t turn out the way we wanted,” Mina said as she mentioned Nayeon to sit next to her. “It's okay. I had fun either way.” she said while sitting closer to Mina. “I’m dating you now, right? We are not on the speaking stage anymore?” Nayeon let out a chuckle. “Of course.” Mina snuggled closer to Nayeon, her arms going into her waist. “I think I like you.” She confessed. Nayeon’s arms went around Mina’s shoulder and kissed her temple. “I think I like you too.”
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Nayeon woke up with a few notifications from Jeongyeon, Dahyun, and Mina. She opened Dahyun’s first.
Did you have fun? I heard from Jeongyeon that you extended your break – Dahyun
Next was Jeongyeon”s.
10 AM, shooting. – Jeongyeon
This last one is what excites her. Even though not knowing what it is about.
Good morning. Last night wasn’t a dream, was it?
Oh God, I hope It wasn’t because this is going to be embarrassing . – Mina
Nayeon chuckled. She is so cute.
I like you too, Myoui Mina – Nayeon
Mina’s cheeks were beat red and she’s thankful Nayeon couldn’t see her. Momo and Sana were awake by now. “I meant what I said last night.” Sana said. “Whatever It was, I meant it.” Momo nodded in response. “You look so happy and that’s what matters” She said.
Mina knew what they were talking about. “She didn’t stay the night?” asked Momo. “No. She left last night because she has a schedule this morning.” Momo bolted right up. “Oh shit, Is it 10 am? I have a schedule with her!” Momo then ran faster than Usain Bolt. Sana shook her head. “Well then, I’ll see you again next time?” Mina just nodded. “You could pay me a visit if you want. If you felt lonely or something” Mina was thankful about how thoughtful and kind Sana is. She has always been like this and it still warms Mina’s heart every time. “Okay.”
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“God! Momo is late again!” Jeongyeon frustratingly yelled. Nayeon didn’t mind since she wasn’t the one that’s going to get a scolding from Jeongyeon. “Hi! I’m so sorry! I overslept” Momo apologized. “Just go there already” It was a long day of shooting.
Nayeon managed to get back home in one piece after the long and tiring shoot for every magazine out there. She is making a comeback soon and she’ll be busier than ever. She submitted songs that she likes and songs that she wrote to the company and is in consideration now. She found herself longing again so she immediately opened her notebook and wrote songs.
Ding! Nayeon managed to look at it with hooded eyes.
I’m just checking in. How are you? – Mina
Nayeon replied.
Tired. You? – Nayeon
You should rest now then. I’m fine. – Mina
I miss you terribly . – Nayeon
A ring from FaceTime gave Nayeon a quick boost of energy and pressed the green button. There she saw Mina’s face. it’s becoming her favorite too. Mina’s skin was glowing along with her lips with a gloss. Mesmerizing eyes, soft pointy nose, a constellation map of moles across her whole face. Nayeon has never liked someone as much as she likes Mina now. Mina was addictive. “You’re so beautiful”, Nayeon said and Mina’s cheeks reached another shade of red. “Thank you.”
Nayeon could stare at Mina all day and she wouldn’t be bored. Every crease in her face, every dent, every spot. Nayeon finds it so beautiful. Everything about Mina is beautiful. Her laugh is a song she could hear for the rest of her life. Her stories that will eventually stay in Nayeon’s head. “I wish I could hug you. You look so tired” Mina said after a moment of silence. “I wish that too.” Nayeon smiled too weakly. “Do you remember that night in Hawaii?” said Nayeon. “You said your body fits with mine perfectly. I think I would like to fit my heart perfectly into yours, too.” Nayeon stated as her eyes felt heavy and she drifted off to sleep. Mina almost cried hearing that. It was such a beautiful moment and she just hoped she was there beside her. “Goodnight, Nayeon.”
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Mina started working the next day. She was eager to find a certain blonde girl. “So you are telling the truth!” Dahyun excitedly said. “Come, give me a hug” so they did. Dahyun asked Mina for coffee for basic decency. She told Mina anyway that she wanted to get to know her. “So, you met Nayeon?” Mina nodded. “Yes, I invited her the other day” Dahyun let out a chuckle, “That girl really. She pushed herself hard yesterday so she’s still asleep right now. I just hope Jeongyeon doesn’t kill her” Mina giggled “Jeongyeon? That’s a new name” Dahyun smiled at her “She”s Nayeon’s manager. You should get along with her too because she handles Nayeon’s time” Dahyun winked at her and laughed it off.
The coffee was spent with laughter and stories from either Nayeon or Mina’s or Dahyun’s. They were like best friends now on how many secrets they”ve told each other. “Back in College, Nayeon was a wrecker. Seriously. If you knew her from back then, She’s a headache. I’m just thanking God and enjoying my time right now now that Nayeon has gone soft over the years.” Said Dahyun. “I guess it’s because her last ex hurt her the most.” Dahyun sighed and Mina gave her nod, “It’s okay.” “No. I want to tell you this. Nayeon runs away” she told Mina.
“When things get tough on her, she runs. Three days. Four. A week.” Mina nodded because she could see Dahyun was very saddened about it. “One time two years ago, no one could find her for a whole week. Jeongyeon was very mad at me, I mean she is an Idol after all. It was the time when her ex dumped her in Hawaii. Can you Imagine that? A girl brought you to Hawaii and you couldn’t wait to dump her? Hawaii is Nayeon’s haven. Imagine being filled with memories of being dumped there. She couldn’t handle that thought so she ran away for a week to think. I just saw her back in her dorm, I never knew where she went.” Dahyun sighed and drank her coffee. “I’m just glad she is doing better nowadays. She agreed to come with me back to Hawaii too. She said it feels like it was time.” Dahyun let out a chuckle. “Nayeon is a softie. You must’ve known that by now”
When their little coffee break was over, Mina grabbed her phone out and felt like messaging Nayeon.
I miss you. – Mina
Then her whole day was filled with getting to know colleagues, waiting for Nayeon’s text, reminding herself to act professional, occasionally running away from Old dudes trying to hit it off with her, and finally getting to go home.
I miss you too, so much. – Nayeon
It was 7 in the evening when Mina was set to go home. She was driving her car into the nearest convenience store for her convenient dinner. Mina could afford expensive food but she settles for an unhealthy amount of convenience store food because it”s fast and doesn’t need to be cooked. The only home cooked or restaurant cooked food she has is when she is in Hawaii, or when Momo and Sana are around. She never got rid of her habit and Sana hated it.
You’re not eating convenience store food, are you? – Sana
Like a CCTV, Sana knows when Mina eats dinner because she knows Mina follows an inexistent schedule. Dinner at 7 or 8. Breakfast at 8 or 10.
;P – Mina
Myoui Mina! – Sana
Mina turned off her phone and continued eating her food before driving home. She slouches on her couch and lets out a sigh. She was longing for a hug. Sana is one call away but she didn’t bother because she’s going to get a scolding if she called the girl. She doesn’t have much energy for that.
A knock invaded her thoughts so she got up a little annoyed because she doesn’t want it to be Sana tonight.
“Hi.” Nayeon was smiling at her and hands were full of food bags. “You’re not Sana” “Oh, you’re expecting someone?” Mina shook her head no, fast. “No, no. it’s just…” Mina grabbed Nayeon’s wrist and just pulled her inside the house, locking the door as she went. “I thought Sana is going to give me a scolding, but I think you’re a much better visitor.” Nayeon chuckled. “Why are you going to get a scolding?” They sat down on the sofa and Mina immediately went to cuddle Nayeon. She really misses her. “She doesn’t like it when I eat convenience store food,” Mina started. “It’s a bad habit. I just want to eat fast” Nayeon hummed and kissed Mina’s temple. “You really shouldn’t. it’s bad for you.” She said tenderly and Mina melted more into her touch.
“Well, now. I came here to continue our movie date. Hopefully, no one is coming?” Nayeon uttered after a while. Mina gave both of them space and smiles. “No one.” Nayeon allowed herself to set the TV up, and chose a movie she has had her mind on ever since the movie date back in Hawaii. They spent the evening watching and cuddling. Nayeon was drifting off to sleep but got woken up by Mina’s silent whimper and frustrated sigh caused by the movie ending. “It's so good! Why does it have to end??” Mina huffed and Nayeon chuckled. Mina glanced at her and noticed a very tired Nayeon. “You must be so tired. You could sleep here” Mina offered. “I heard from Dahyun that you’re working hard these days” Nayeon looked at her and made a droopy smile. She went closer to Mina until their noses touched. “I wanted to see you.” And she went to rest her head into the crook of Mina’s neck. “You smell good”
Like a breath of fresh air. Minty and sweet. Mina smelled exactly like that and Nayeon was addicted. Nayeon pampered a peck on Mina’s neck that made her let out a soft murmur. It was affectionate and intimate. They eventually fell into a cuddle, Nayeon still buried in Mina’s neck. Mina started to hum songs.
Nayeon swore she was in the Gates of Heaven, with Angels singing for her. Mina is an Angel. She is Heavenly. And Nayeon is lucky to have met her.
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“Surprise, surprise!” Dahyun entered Nayeon’s house with cans of beer and a bottle of tequila. Nayeon is as ready as ever, with food prepared on the table. She is set to have her Comeback the next day and a perfect way to celebrate it is by drinking with Dahyun. “Mina and her friends are coming, right?” It's been a month since the pair saw each other properly. Nayeon tries to go to Mina for an hour or two and leave to practice. This cycle went for the whole month so this event excites Nayeon the most. “Yes. They should be here by now” Nayeon checked the time. 8 PM. Her album would be set to release at 12 AM.
When a knock invaded Dahyun and Nayeon’s quarrel, Dahyun went to the door and invited the three girls in. Introducing herself while they said their hello’s back. “Congratulations, Nayeon!” Momo cheered with a bottle of champagne in her hands. “I haven’t heard anything yet but I know the album is a masterpiece!” Sana said enthusiastically and went to give Nayeon a celebratory gift. “Thank you Momo. Sana.” She says as she smiles at them. Her eyes landed onto the most beautiful Mina and her smile got even wider. “Congratulations.” She whispers and it was enough. They are not the type to show affection to each other with other people around anyway, so a simple Congratulations made Nayeon’s heart weak.
“I’m starving. Let’s go eat!” yelled Dahyun.
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It's nearing 12 o’clock and Nayeon feels nervous but really excited. She hopes for a successful promotion. Dahyun held her hand because that’s how she feels the most calm whenever comeback season comes. Dahyun looked at her with an affiliative smile and a simple nod. Momo and Sana were excited, their eyes practically glued to the TV that was counting down.
Three, Two, One. Dahyun raised both of their hands up. “Here we go!” like on a roller coaster.
They continued to watch Nayeon’s performance in the music video, with Sana cheering the loudest at the side. Of course she is also proud, Momo is Nayeon’s choreographer this time and Nayeon planned on keeping it that way. Mina and Nayeon glanced at each other, with Mina a rewarding smile. She was the proudest next to Dahyun.
Dahyun, Momo, and Sana decided to buy more cans of beer and also because they wanted to give the pair a private moment for a second. Mina gave Nayeon a kiss on the cheek, “I’m so proud of you.” Nayeon’s smile was the widest and decided to hug Mina. “Thank you.” She whispered into her ears.
“I missed you.” Mina whispered back when they were comfortable enough with their space. “I missed you too.” Nayeon smiled and went to get something in her pocket. “It came to my mind that we're dating for a month now,” she started. Mina sat down on the stool, waiting for Nayeon to continue. She brought out a pendant necklace and the shine on it almost blinded Mina. “I don’t think I liked anyone as much as I like you now. I’m thankful that you are here with me on my happiest day and the most important too,” Nayeon moved closer to Mina, and carefully put the necklace to her neck. “Thank you for your kindness since that time in Hawaii. And Thank you for being here with me tonight.” As soon as Nayeon locked the necklace, Mina also locked lips with Nayeon.
Mina wasn’t so sure when she exactly longed for Nayeon’s lips but as soon as their lips touched, she felt like it took her forever to catch the other girl’s lips. With a soft murmur from Nayeon, a few wet strokes from her tongue, Mina’s heart was full. This is magical. Mina loves Nayeon. When they pulled away from the kiss, a breath of satisfaction was released from Nayeon’s lips. “That was me asking you to be my Girlfriend, by the way.” Mina laughed softly and kissed Nayeon once again. “That’s my answer. Yes.” And gave her another one. One after another until they found themselves laughing at how silly they were.
The trio who left for beers came back with more varieties of alcohol and Nayeon knew this was going to be a long night, with Mina of course.
Momo was the first one to get drunk, slurring all her words. Sana followed, then surprisingly Nayeon. “No! Because, I bet Mina would be the first one to ask you” Sana stated as Momo laughed. “Mina would never ask first!” She said. Nayeon looked at Mina and the girl knew she was drunk. She smiled and nodded with her eyes closed. Mina wasn’t sure why but she finds it cute. Dahyun laughed at the drunken group. “So, who will ask first?” Dahyun whispered to Mina as she chuckled. “Nayeon already did.” Momo and Sana whipped their heads fast to look at Mina. “What!?” Sana yelled. “I told you!” Momo laughed at her. Dahyun laughed. “Wow, look at you Im Nayeon! How can you look like that in front of your girlfriend” she joked and Nayeon pouted really, really hard which made Mina giggle so Nayeon guessed she did a good job. “She did already?” Sana pouted again. “I was rooting for you, Mittang!” she cried. Mina mouthed a sorry before laughing.
When the three of them fell asleep with cans of beer still on their palm, Mina and Dahyun went to clean things up. “I should say Congratulations to Nayeon when she wakes up because she has you as her girlfriend now,” Dahyun said with a chuckle and Mina laughed. “You don’t drink?” Mina asked and Dahyun said no. “Not tonight. I need to wake this star up tomorrow” She said and pointed at Nayeon.
Nayeon is gorgeous. Even in her drunken state and her slurred words? Yes. Mina will say yes.
“Funny thing was, I was going to ask her too tonight,” Mina confessed. “Oh?” She nodded. “I even prepared a speech” They both laughed because Mina showed a crinkled paper on her palm. “Well, you should tell that to her soon. She will appreciate it.” Mina nodded. Mina found out that Nayeon is a fan of written letters thanks to Dahyun. It was one in the morning the other day when Mina went to write it down. Confessing her love towards Nayeon.
When Nayeon woke up the next day, there was a piece of paper that was evidently torn away from the original one, on her bed table and it was neatly folded with the initials M.M
It says:
Im Nayeon, I love you.
The end.