secret pain | baekyeon (on-going)

Chapter 25

Baekhyun sat at the kitchen table, a notepad in front of him and a pen in hand. He was deeply engrossed in planning their upcoming date in Jeonju, a day he had been eagerly looking forward to. The warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the room, and the sound of birds chirping outside added to the pleasant atmosphere.

He glanced at the calendar on the wall, marking the date of their planned outing in Jeonju on Saturday, which was just four days away. And he couldn't help but feel a mixture of excitement and nervousness about the upcoming trip.

Liam was already in Jeonju, staying with Taeyeon's mother and attending school. Baekhyun had been eagerly anticipating the moment when they could finally be together as if a family.

He began jotting down ideas for their day out. First on the list was a visit to the Hanok Village, a place both he and Taeyeon loved for its rich cultural heritage. They would explore the traditional houses, take photos, and immerse themselves in the history of the area.

Next, he planned a stop at their favorite bibimbap restaurant, where they had shared many delicious meals together. Baekhyun could already taste the savory flavors as he wrote it down. He knew Liam would enjoy the meal just as much as they did.

As he continued to plan, he thought about the boat ride they could take in the evening, enjoying the serene beauty of the river. He wanted to make this day as memorable as possible, knowing that their busy schedules often kept them apart.

Baekhyun also had a surprise up his sleeve, something special he had been working on for weeks. He hoped it would bring smiles and laughter to both Taeyeon and Liam.

But there was one thing that weighed on his mind. Tomorrow, he would leave Seoul for Jeonju to begin his drama shoot, and Taeyeon would have to stay behind for work commitments until Saturday. It meant that they would be apart for a few days before their date.

The evening approached, and as Baekhyun reviewed his plans for Saturday, he found himself daydreaming about the moments they would share. Taeyeon came to, her hair cascading over her shoulders, looking as radiant as ever. Seeing her, Baekhyun was reminded of why these moments they planned together meant so much to him.

"Making grand plans?" she teased, peeking over his shoulder at the notepad.

He smiled, "Nothing but the best for you and Liam."

Taeyeon took a seat beside him, tracing her fingers over his written plans. "It's the time spent that matters the most though, not the activities."

Baekhyun nodded, taking her hand in his. "I know. But I want to make sure every moment is special."

A soft sigh escaped Taeyeon's lips. "I just wish we had more days together before the outing. It feels strange knowing you'll be in Jeonju without me."

Baekhyun leaned in, pressing a gentle kiss on her forehead. "It's just a few days, love. And then we'll have our perfect day together. You, me, and Liam."

They spent a few more moments discussing the plans, making minor tweaks. Taeyeon wanted to ensure Liam got to do some of his favorite activities too. After finalizing everything, Baekhyun began packing his things for the drama shoot.

Watching him, Taeyeon's heart ached a little, thinking about the short separation. But she also felt a strong sense of anticipation for the beautiful memories they'd create in just a few days.

Late into the night, as Baekhyun finished packing, they cuddled on the sofa, relishing the warmth of each other's embrace. The city lights from outside cast a soft glow into the room. Taeyeon whispered into the quiet of the night, "I promise it'll be the most special day of our lives."