collateral damage 🔞 - COMPLETE

•fifty-six•

~~~~~Jimin

It's been a little more than a week since I've seen Haerin, and I miss her. Jin Hyung told us she's been sick, so I didn't want to intrude. I'm here now, standing in the foyer of the penthouse, hoping she will meet with me, and that she's feeling better. I don't know why I feel so nervous, but it's just part of finding my way back into her life I suppose. I look up to see a tired looking Jeongguk coming down the stairs, and I smile at him.

"Hey Jimin... Did you just get here?"

"Yeah... I was hoping I wouldn't have to possibly disturb the love birds... How is Haerin?"

"Much better... She's in the shower. Come... Help me with lunch."

I follow behind Jeongguk, and watch in a little awe as he pulls a combination of ingredients, and prepared food from the refrigerator. He seems light and happy which makes me feel good. We work together to heat up some japchae, and cook some kimchi fried rice. I see a smile on his face the whole time, and I can't help but mirror it.

"Jeongguk-ah... I'm really happy for you."

His surprised look makes me chuckle. He continues his work, and I feel surprised by little arms around my thigh. Looking down I see Mi-Hi clinging onto me, and I can't help but laugh. She's the most adorable thing in the whole world.

I bend down to lift her into my arms, placing kisses on her face. The giggle she lets out makes me feel like the whole world is a bright and happy place.

"How's princess Mi-Hi?"

"Papa! Papa I cweam'!!"

"Yeah? Papa gave you ice cream? Yummy!"

Jeongguk snorts, and I giggle with Mi-Hi.

"She's asking for ice cream for lunch... I'm going to have to disappoint her..."

Understanding, I change the tactic to help my friend.

"Let's have the lunch that Papa is cooking, and THEN we'll have ice cream. Alright princess?"

"Papa! I cweam!!"

"Don't worry Jimin... She'll eat whatever. She just learned to say that recently so it's all she asks for. Do you want to help me set the table?"

I agree, and holding Mi-Hi, I take the plates and utensils to the dining room. I'm almost finished when I see Haerin coming down the stairs. She looks tired, but seems to brighten when she notices me. I set Mi-Hi down and go to engulf her mother in a tight hug.

"Hae! I'm so sorry you were sick! Are you better? You look alright!"

"Jiminie... Calm down... I'm ok!"

We both begin giggling, and I take her hand pulling her to the table. Finding out what she wants to drink, I head into the kitchen to get it, and help Jeongguk with the rest of lunch. When we're all seated, and eating the tasty food, I feel like the stone that's been on my heart is finally gone. I'd always imagined us like this, and screwed it up for so long...

"Hyung? You good?"

Jeongguk's question, and large hand on my arm brings me out of my thoughts. I nod, but look away knowing I'm on the verge of tears. A tiny hand rests on my leg and I look down to see Mi-Hi trying to comfort me. Letting a little sob escape against my will, I scoop up the angel and nuzzle her.

"No cwy... No cwy"

Her demand just makes tears multiply, but I fight to try and stop them.

"Hey... Jiminie... What's wrong?"