Unconditionally (BOOK 3)

Needing A Miracle

I really thought if I came on my best behavior with a positive attitude, nothing would go wrong. But judging by how tonight has gone so far, I can officially continue my theory that I am in fact cursed.

Why couldn't Chan try and bond with Felix over the fact that they're both Australian? I feel like that's a weird similarity to have in this country. But no, it was 'did Hyunjin ever tell you about how he used to have a crush on me' in front of everyone.

Today was the first time I had seen Felix's family, along with Minho and Jisung, in years. This was my big moment to show that I was still the right person for Felix after all this time. I was on edge the second I walked in the door because I have absolutely no idea what his parents know about what I've been going through these past couple years. Felix said he left those details out, but who's to say that Minho didn't go ahead and tell them instead? Just to be safe, I went in with the mindset that they actually did know so they can see I'm still deserving of their trust and respect. But now I feel like it's all gone in the trash, especially with how Felix reacted to it. He immediately pushed his chair back, stormed away from the dining room table, and locked himself in his room.

"Felix, please. Can we talk about this?" I knocked on his door but to no avail. I didn't want to get anyone else involved. The subtle comment went right over Minho and Chan's drunken heads so neither of them realize the impact it's made. Jisung has enough on his plate, he doesn't need to deal with more shit, especially on Christmas. "Felix, I'm sorry I never told you."

That was my sad third attempt. I told myself after three, I was going to give up. I'm aware it's messed up, but I think the best thing for me to do is leave.

"Hey, thank you so much for having me." I faked a smile the best I could as I talked to Mr. and Mrs. Lee. "But I think I need to get going."

"It was really nice seeing you again, Hyunjin. I hope you have a great rest of your night." Mrs. Lee smiled in return. "And Merry Christmas."

"Merry Christmas." I left the living room, then went down the hallway to peek my head into Minho's room, and the sight frustrated me for whatever reason. Minho and Chan were laughing and drinking on the bed while Jisung was sitting on the ground texting, away from them. "Ji." I whispered. He popped his head up and looked to me, immediately standing up and leaving the room. "I'm gonna get going." I sighed in defeat. "Felix doesn't wanna talk and I don't necessarily wanna be near Chan right now."

"I don't blame you. I would throw up if I heard about Minho having feelings for someone other than me."

I rolled my eyes, feeling as if that just made it worse. "When he decides to come out of his room, tell him I'm at Wooyoung's house."

"I'll drop him off at the apartment later if you want."

"Thank you." I nodded. "I'll see you around though. I need to come to one of your shows."

"We go on tour next year so I'll let you know." He winked, indicating I will definitely be getting special treatment.

I gave him a hug before I left and went on my way. I hope the Jung-Choi household is having a much better time than me.

I let myself into the house and went straight to the kitchen, expecting at least someone to be there. But to my surprise, it was empty. Next was the living room.

"Hey." I shyly waved with an awkward smile. They were all smiling and laughing in conversation when I walked in.

"Tell me you came alone." Wooyoung asked.

"Yup." I sadly answered. I sat next to mom on the couch and kissed her cheek. "Merry Christmas."

"Merry Christmas, sweetheart, I'm happy you came." She said. "Namji, Haneul, this is Hyunjin."