CHASING DROPS [MINWON FF]

CHAPTER 10 - END

Chapter 10 : Echoes Of Separation - Flashback on Wonwoo's Point Of View

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Flashback: Taste of His Own Medicine

As he stared into the distance, Wonwoo revisited the moment Mingyu stormed into his life and how their connection deepened despite the impending storm. He remembered the warmth of Mingyu's embrace, the sweet moments they shared, and the passion that ignited between them. However, Wonwoo couldn't escape the reality that their love was tethered to the unraveling threads of deception.

On that day, as Mingyu's fiancee stood in the doorway, Wonwoo felt a mixture of emotions swirling within him. The shock, the sadness, and a hint of resignation painted the canvas of his expression. He had known the risks, understood the complexities, yet the ache in his chest was undeniable.

The fox-eyed gaze that had once looked at Mingyu with adoration now bore witness to the heart-wrenching scene unfolding. Wonwoo watched as Mingyu grappled with the reality of their secret world being exposed. His heart went out to the taller man, knowing that their clandestine affair had reached its inevitable breaking point.

Wonwoo couldn't help but question whether their time together had been nothing more than a fleeting fantasy. Mingyu, torn between two worlds, stood at the epicenter of their emotional whirlwind. As the confrontation unfolded, Wonwoo felt the weight of Mingyu's choices crashing down on them both.

In the midst of the chaos, Wonwoo tried to suppress the emotions threatening to spill over. He remained silent, absorbing the impact of Mingyu's struggles and the consequences of their forbidden love. The room echoed with unspoken words, regrets, and the shattered pieces of what could never be.

As Mingyu and his fiancee retreated from the scene, leaving Wonwoo alone with his thoughts, he couldn't help but feel a profound sense of loss. The walls of his carefully constructed sanctuary had crumbled, leaving behind the stark reality of their ill-fated connection.

In the aftermath of that day, as Wonwoo tried to pick up the fragments of his heart, he knew that the echoes of their separation would linger. The ghost of Mingyu's presence haunted him, a constant reminder of a love that was never meant to withstand the harsh light of reality.

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Flashback: Wonwoo's Moving On

The vibrant lights of the city nightlife flickered in the distance as Wonwoo stood amidst the sea of people. The rhythmic beats of the music, once a source of solace, now reverberated through him with a somber undertone. The clubs, pulsating with energy, looked dull and lifeless, mirroring the emotions that coursed through Wonwoo's veins.

In the beginning, the nightlife offered a fleeting escape, a temporary distraction from the void Mingyu had left behind. The crowded dance floors, throbbing music, and the neon-lit ambiance were supposed to drown his sorrows. However, with each passing night, the allure of the city's nocturnal charm faded into a monotonous hum.

Wonwoo's footsteps echoed in the dimly lit alleyways, each step a reminder of the directionless path he treaded. The city, once a backdrop to their stolen moments, now seemed unfamiliar and indifferent to his struggles. The once vivid lights that adorned the urban landscape now blurred into a melancholic haze.

The nightclubs, where laughter and euphoria once held promise, now felt like hollow echoes. The sea of people, dancing and celebrating, looked as lost and desolate as Wonwoo felt within. The vibrant energy that used to ignite his spirit now seemed to mock the hollowness that lingered in his chest.