Without You [SaiDa | Ficlet]

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“It took me five months to know that it was actually Dahyun. But it was too late. She had Gahyeon that time.” Sadness evident in the older girl's voice.

“You chose to support her as a friend, am I right?” Chaeyoung smiled a little, rubbing Sana's shoulder for comfort.

The older girl nodded.

Everything became clear for Chaeyoung. She got the answer she needed.

“Maybe that's why she's acting like that...” Chaeyoung muttered, thinking Sana wouldn't hear.

“What do you mean, Chae?”

Chaeyoung looked at the older girl and flashed a small smile.

“You guys avoiding each other made that fool look like a fool.”

Sana frowned. “Is she okay? What's wrong? What do you mean?”

“Now you are acting like a fool as well.” Chaeyoung clicked her tongue before shaking her head in disbelief. “Did she ever mention that she looks like shit when you're not around?” Chaeyoung nonchalantly asked.

Sana was taken aback. “Well...”

“Well, she does.” Chaeyoung started collecting her stuff as she stood up. She smiled genuinely. “For Dahyun, there's no sanctuary without Sana.” She winked at the girl before tapping her shoulder. “I better get going, Sana. My girlfriend's waiting for me.”

She just watched as Chaeyoung gently closed the door and left the room— unable to move.

She was only pushed back to reality when her phone suddenly chimed. She grabbed it from the bedside table and stared at the message.

Hello, this is Japan Technological University,

Congratulations for passing the entrance exam! You will soon be directed to the University after.

Please contact this number for further details: xxx-xxx-xxx

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