A Harmony of Hearts (MiSana/Satzu?)

The Sound of the Silence

In the midst of the Chuseok break, when the warm hues of autumn adorned the landscape, TWICE found themselves scattered across various destinations for a well-deserved respite. Sana and Mina went to visit their families in Japan, Nayeon, Jeongyeon, and Jihyo opted for the comforts of their respective homes, and Chaeyoung, Momo, Tzuyu, and Dahyun eagerly planned a getaway together.

The destination they chose was a mountain retreat near a serene lake. A place where Hanoks, transformed into havens of relaxation, embraced the peace and quietness necessary for self-discovery.

The manager, drove them to the destination on a Thursday morning. As the van parked near the entrance, the manager assisted in unloading their luggage, reminding them of the pickup scheduled for Sunday afternoon. After bidding her farewell, the four members turned towards the entrance, greeted by the peaceful aura that surrounded the traditional Korean house.

"Chuseok break couldn't have come at a better time," Tzuyu remarked, her gaze fixed on the picturesque view of the lake and the mountains in the sideview.

With the fall season setting in, bringing a hint of chill to the air, Chaeyoung couldn't help but feel inspired. "I'm think I know what I'm going to draw next," she declared, her creative spirit already sparked.

Dahyun, taking a deep breath of the crisp mountain air, felt a sense of tranquility. "Yeah, this is beautiful".

"But... we should enter before we freeze," Momo, ever the pragmatist, suggested, breaking the admiration for a moment.

Teasingly, Tzuyu added, "You're just hungry, Momo." Pouting playfully, Momo defended herself, "Well, that's true, but just because we didn't have anything for breakfast."

"Alright, let's get in. I'm honestly starving too," Chaeyoung decided, and the four friends walked towards the entrance, ready to embrace the peaceful retreat that awaited them.

As they stepped inside, the warmth of the Hanok enveloped them. A spacious living room with polished wooden floors greeted their eyes, and at its center, a crackling fireplace cast a comforting glow. A low traditional table sat in the heart of the room, surrounded by plush cushions for seating.

To the left, a small kitchen promised culinary adventures or better said misadventures, while a gate in the corner beckoned them to explore an open hallway with glimpses of a beautiful garden leading to the bedrooms.

Eager to claim their spaces for the retreat, the members swiftly chose bedrooms. Dahyun and Momo ended up sharing a room, while Chaeyoung and Tzuyu settled into another. Tzuyu began unpacking her clothes and placing them neatly in the closet, the room gradually filling with the scent of familiarity.

Observing Tzuyu with a proud and affectionate expression, Chaeyoung couldn't help but reflect on the unique bond they shared. Since the beginning, Dahyun, Tzuyu, and Chaeyoung had formed a close-knit trio. Perhaps it was their shared age or the unspoken understanding that brought them together, a silent language that transcended words. They complemented each other perfectly, from playful pranks, like the infamous rubber snake incident where Chaeyoung managed to prank Nayeon, leaving the latter in tears all night, to the depths of their innermost thoughts and feelings. Together, they walked through the myriad shades of life.

"When did you grow up so much?" Chaeyoung teased, feigning a dramatic cry in an exaggerated imitation of a proud mother. Tzuyu shot her a glance, raising an eyebrow. "Why didn't you?" she playfully retorted.

With a deadpan expression, Chaeyoung leaped off the bed, launching herself at Tzuyu with tickles and hugs. Tzuyu protested amidst laughter, squirming on the bed and using a pillow as a shield. "I take it back; I take it back!" she exclaimed between giggles.