𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚓𝚘𝚌𝚔'𝚜 𝚝𝚞𝚝𝚘𝚛 𝟶𝟶 𝚕.𝚖𝚑 𝚡 𝚑.𝚓𝚜

16

minho sat on the edge of the bed, his hands trembling with anxiety. the room felt stifling, and his breathing became shallow as memories of the past threatened to consume him.

the traumatic experience of being waterboarded haunted him, leaving scars that ran deeper than any physical mark.

he had kept this part of himself hidden, even from his boyfriend, jisung, fearing the burden it might place on their relationship if he brought it up again.

seaing minho's distress, jisung gently entered the room, his eyes filled with concern. he sat beside minho, wrapping an arm around his shoulders in a comforting embrace. "minho, you don't have to face this alone," he said softly. "if you're ready, i'm here to listen and support you."

tears welled up in minho's eyes, his voice trembling as he finally found the courage to speak. ""it's so hard," minho whispered through his tears.

"i thought i could face it, but the memories are suffocating. i feel trapped, like i'm drowning all over again." his voice choked with emotion. "it's left me with deep trauma. it still haunts me, especially in moments like this."

as jisung held him, minho's body shook with suppressed sobs. the floodgates of his emotions burst open, and he found solace in jisung's presence—the warmth of his embrace, the steady rhythm of his heartbeat.

jisung tenderly wiped away minho's tears, his voice filled with tenderness. "minho, it's okay to feel overwhelmed. healing takes time, and everyone's journey is different. you're incredibly brave for even acknowledging your trauma. i want you to know that there's no pressure to confront it again if you're not ready. we'll take things at your pace."

minho to jisung, his body trembling, finding solace in the safety of their love. he realized that his trauma didn't define him, nor did it diminish his worth. jisung's unwavering support illuminated the path towards healing, even if it meant taking small steps.

——

minho and jisung lay entwined in a cozy tangle of limbs, the sunlight streaming through the curtains, casting a warm glow over the room.

they had spent the morning opening up about minho's trauma, sharing tears, fears, and deep moments of vulnerability. now, as they found solace in each other's embrace, a sense of peace settled between them.

the room was filled with a gentle quiet, broken only by the soft whispers of their breathing and the occasional brush of fingers against skin. it was in these moments of intimacy that minho felt the depth of jisung's love, a love that transcended words and offered comfort beyond measure.

as they lay there, minho traced circles on jisung's chest, his touch gentle and full of tenderness. jisung's fingers lightly danced across minho's arm, a silent reassurance that he was there, unwavering in his support.

minho let out a contented sigh, his eyes fixed on jisung's face. "thank you, jisung," he murmured, his voice filled with a mix of gratitude and affection. "for being there for me, for holding me through the difficult moments. i don't know what i would do without you."

jisung turned his head, his eyes meeting minho's, a soft smile gracing his lips. "minho, you don't have to thank me. it's an honor to be by your side, to share in your journey of healing. i'm grateful that you trust me with your deepest vulnerabilities."

minho's heart swelled, overwhelmed by the depth of jisung's love. he leaned in, their lips meeting in a gentle kiss, a sweet affirmation of their connection.

as their lips parted, minho snuggled closer, resting his head on jisung's chest, finding comfort in the steady rhythm of his heartbeat. jisung's fingers continued their soothing strokes on minho's arm, creating a sense of safety and warmth.

they remained in each other's embrace, the weight of the world temporarily lifted. the outside world seemed distant and unimportant compared to the love they shared in this quiet sanctuary. time seemed to stand still, and all that mattered was the profound bond they had nurtured.

in the serenity of that moment, minho realized that healing was a process, and he didn't have to rush it. jisung's unwavering presence taught him the power of patience and understanding. it was okay to rest, to recharge, and to find solace in the simple act of being together.

"let's stay here," minho whispered, his voice filled with tranquility. "just like this, for as long as we want. lazing the day away, finding solace in each other's arms."

jisung's soft laughter filled the room, a melody that echoed with love. "i'm all yours, minho. we can stay here, wrapped in each other's love, and let the world wait for us."

ans so, they stayed, basking in the comfort of each other's presence, their bodies entwined and their hearts connected. in that intimate space, they found strength, healing, and the unwavering support that would carry them through the challenges that lay ahead.

together, they created a sanctuary of love and acceptance, where they could laze the day away and face the world with renewed resilience.