Joshua didn't understand when it happened, but he was happy that it did.
Being left alone at his own wedding, and to save him the embarrassment when his father asked for the brown-haired smiley man to marry Joshua, Joshua didn't like it. He wanted...
Joshua gazed out of the window, his eyes fixed on the passing scenery as he sat in the luxurious black Audi with his newlywed husband. The sleek vehicle glided along the road, heading towards the airport where they would embark on their journey to Japan, Seokmin's homeland.
Thoughts swirled in Joshua's mind, a tumultuous mix of disbelief and resignation. What had started as a vacation had spiraled into an unexpected union, leaving Joshua grappling with the weight of his emotions. He couldn't shake the feeling that Seokmin, kind and accommodating as he was, had been unwittingly ensnared in Joshua's web of misfortune.
Tears welled up in Joshua's eyes, their warmth a stark contrast to the cool interior of the car. He blinked them back, determined not to let his vulnerability show. The engine hummed to life as they departed for the airport, the rhythmic sound a backdrop to Joshua's inner turmoil.
As they neared their destination, Joshua's heart raced with apprehension. Would he truly be able to start afresh with someone he barely knew? The concept of love seemed foreign, distant, like a dream he dared not entertain.
Despite his inner turmoil, Joshua couldn't help but voice his doubts as they arrived at the airport. His words hung heavy in the air, a testament to his uncertainty and fear of the unknown. Seokmin, ever patient and understanding, met Joshua's gaze with compassion, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness.
"I know this might be overwhelming for you," Seokmin reassured, his voice soft and reassuring. "But at least we can try, right?"
Joshua's breath caught in his throat as he grasped Seokmin's outstretched hand, a silent acknowledgment of the tentative bond forming between them. As they made their way onto the plane, Joshua's mind buzzed with questions and doubts, yet a sense of peace washed over him as exhaustion claimed his weary body.
The flight passed in a blur, the gentle hum of the aircraft lulling Joshua into a deep slumber. Dreams mingled with reality, blurring the lines between past and present, as Joshua surrendered himself to the embrace of sleep, his mind finally finding respite from the chaos of his emotions.
Seokmin felt his heart skip a beat as Joshua's head gently landed on his shoulder, a tender weight against his side. He held his breath, afraid to disturb the fragile peace of Joshua's slumber. Carefully, he closed the book he had been reading, his hand frozen in place, not daring to move the hand that Joshua was resting on.
With a quiet flick, Seokmin switched off the bedside lamp, enveloping the room in a soft, soothing darkness. He turned his head to gaze at Joshua, the gentle rise and fall of his chest a comforting rhythm beneath Seokmin's fingertips.
In the stillness of the night, Seokmin's mind wandered, thoughts swirling like eddies in a tranquil stream. He knew that Joshua was wounded, his heart shattered into countless shards of pain and sorrow. But Seokmin was determined to be the healer, to patiently gather each fragment and mend it back together, piece by fragile piece.
Joshua was a revelation, a beacon of light in Seokmin's life. Despite the trials they faced, Seokmin considered himself blessed to have Joshua by his side, their fates intertwined in a tapestry of love and resilience.
As he watched Joshua sleep, a wave of tenderness washed over Seokmin. He imagined a future filled with shared moments and quiet joys, a life enriched by the presence of his beloved husband.
Perhaps now, when Seokmin returned home late from the office, he would be greeted by Joshua's warm embrace, a beacon of comfort in the darkness. Maybe now, lazy Sunday mornings would be spent in the company of pancakes and waffles, laughter echoing through the halls of their home.
And as the holiday season approached, Seokmin envisioned their home adorned with vibrant Christmas decorations, each bauble and strand of tinsel a testament to their love and togetherness.
In Joshua, Seokmin found not just a partner, but a soulmate, a companion to journey through life's highs and lows. With unwavering devotion, Seokmin vowed to cherish and protect Joshua, to love him with all he had, for now and for always.
Joshua, his husband, his heart's greatest treasure.
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-Vaish
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I know the chapters are the short, the book aswell. It's very random and sweet nothing heavy lol 😅
