Once In A Dream [D.O Fanfic]

Chapter 1

CHAPTER 1

"One more shot and I'm done!" said Eunmi, a 27-year old short-haired petite lady.

She took the glass and drunk the contents in one gulp. She was about to stand up from the couch but Sonbi, her long-haired bubbly bestfriend, also 27 years old, stopped Eunmi from doing so.

"Yah! Don't think of running away. We just started!" exclaimed Sonbi.

"Where are you going?! You promised me, Eunmi, you're going to finish my bridal shower. Consider it as my last night out as a single lady and it might also be our last night out together before I get married. Can't you do this for me as a favour, can you? You've just been here for two hours and yet you're going to leave?! You were already late because of you being a workaholic! I swear, I will never talk to you again!" gushed Hemi, her other 27-year old bestfriend, showing displeasure on her.

"Listen, I've got to wake up early because my boss and I will be going--". Eunmi had to stop upon seeing Hemi's glare.

Eunmi sighed. Indeed, she had promised her kind bestfriends that she will stay this time for the entire duration of Hemi's bridal shower party till the end.

This day had been written on her planner a month ago which means she should be free. Together with Sonbi, they organized this surprise party for Hemi, with the help of Jongin of course, Hemi's fiancé. They even made reservation for two rooms at Marriott, the 5-star hotel where the party is held, in case they all get drunk in the end.

Why two rooms?

One for Eunmi and Hemi to stay and the other is for Sonbi and her fiancé, Yeol, who also helped by distracting Hemi whilst she oversees the decorating of the venue, and Sonbi with making the celebration cake from her restaurant for the said surprise party.

Yeol was also the one who brought Hemi to the venue as Jongin is out of town for three days to attend their corporate annual convention for executives where he works as one of the directors.

Hearing Hemi's whining about her being late, she indeed felt guilty. To think she was also late during Hemi's engagement party that time.

Yes, today is her day off but she was called on her mobile phone for an emergency meeting two hours before the party. It was unavoidable being the executive assistant of their company's big boss. Sonbi did not protest anymore knowing she will still leave, proving that she is really holding on her friends' label of her as a 'workaholic'. Remembering earlier on after quickly apologising and thanking Sonbi for understanding, she left her waiting alone for all the invited guests to arrive before Hemi. The meeting lasted for almost 4 hours and when she returned to the hotel, Hemi was already opening her presents.

"I've got to finish some important documents tonight for the company's upcoming partnership with a major corporation. You already knew that I'm the only one my boss can trust with regards to important documents." Eunmi tried to explain.

"I swear Cha Eunmi, you're never, ever going to step your feet on my boutique again! You won't get any dresses from me and I won't design your wedding gown! EVER!" Hemi exclaimed.

Sonbi crossed her arms, shaking her head showing disappointment. Her bestfriends are looking daggers at her right now.

"Alright, alright. I'll stay till we get all wasted..." resigned Eunmi returning to sit.

"Yehey!" Sonbi clapped her hands.

"I love you, Eunmi-ah!" Hemi pronounced, as the two ladies hugged her and planted a kiss on each of her cheeks. Eunmi just giggled.

The party continued turning wild as two macho dancers entered receiving shouts from them and from all the guests. It was a complete madhouse and everything were captured on camera by the hired lady photographer.
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The three of them moved to the hotel's bar after the last guest of the party had left. All of Hemi's presents had already been shifted to Eunmi's and Hemi's hotel room.

They drink like there's no end, laughing and really enjoying the night. Reminiscing the old times, their highschool and university days, how the three of them met, embarrassing and triumphant moments. Celebrating the fact that in less than a month Hemi is going to get married.

The bartender can't help but smile at them. They are very close to each other indeed although the differences from each one of them is apparent.

Ryu Sonbi is a fashionista and the funniest one. Amongst the three, she is very straight forward, does not mince her words, yet cute at the same time. No one will ever think that this beauty is a top chef owning several chains of restaurant and catering services. She is already engaged to Park Chanyeol and their wedding will take place this coming Christmas.

Tan Hemi, who would be soon Mrs. Kim Jongin, has a classic face showing pure elegance. She is one of the top rising fashion designers in the country. Her boutiques are usually frequented by some famous celebrities, idols and artists wanting her designs, however it is usually her bestfriends who wear them first.

And Eunmi?

Let's say she is the glue that sticks them all together. She thinks she is not as beautiful as her two bestfriends, but most men get easily attracted to her due to Eunmi's genuine personality. That is her ultimate charm which she does not realize. Her warm smiles always make men just stare and sigh at her when she passes by.

Although, Sonbi and Hemi will jokingly tell her as the most prudish and romantic of them all, deep down she is only hoping for true love to knock on her door. Though at times, she felt jealous how lucky both of her bestfriends are in finding the love of their lives, she only wished for the same.

Years of friendship have strengthened their bonds as such that they can be considered sisters by any outsider looking at them. If one cries, the other two will cry harder. If one is in jeopardy, the other two will fight life to save the other. Definitely, these three ladies would do anything for the sake of each other's happiness.
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©️Ynnatbeel 18/04/2021