"KIM"

Chapter 15

Echos of loss

Tw : mcd( major character death),accident,blood,angst.

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Alone, Vegas stood in the midst of what was once a bustling home, no w eerily silent. The absence of laughte r and love echoed loudly in the empty rooms, serving as a constant reminder of what he had lost.

The walls seemed to hold memories of happier times, taunting him with fleeting glimpses of joy that now felt like distant dreams.With each step he took, the weight of loneliness pressed down on him, threatening to suffocate him in its suffocating embrace.

He longed for the warmth of Jeff's presence, the sound of their laughter echoing through the halls. But now, those sounds were replaced by an oppressive silence that seemed to stretch on for eternity.

As he wandered through the deserted rooms, Vegas couldn't shake the feeling of isolation that clung to him like a shroud. He was alone with his thoughts, his heart heavy with the weight of grief and longing. It was in moments like these that the reality of his situation hit him the hardest, leaving him feeling adrift in a sea of emptiness.

As Vegas walked towards the room, he couldn't help but feel a pang of bittersweet nostalgia wash over him.

This room, once filled with the laughter and love of his life with Kimhan and their son Venice, now stood as a silent testament to the memories they had shared.Entering the room, Vegas was greeted by the familiar sight of their belongings—a toy train lying forgotten in the corner, a stack of children's books gathering dust on the shelf, a photo frame capturing a moment of pure happiness frozen in time.

Each item held a piece of their past, a fragment of the life they had built together before tragedy tore them apart.As he ran his fingers over the smooth surface of the photo frame, Vegas couldn't help but smile sadly at the image captured within.

Kimhan's arm draped around his shoulder, Venice nestled between them, their smiles bright and full of promise. It was a moment of pure bliss, a snapshot of a time when their love had felt invincible, untouchable by the trials of life.

But now, as Vegas stood alone in the quiet room, the memories felt both precious and painful, a reminder of all that he had lost. He longed to turn back time, to reclaim the happiness they had once shared, but he knew that such wishes were futile.

It was a picture-perfect day, the kind that begged to be savored and enjoyed to the fullest.As Vegas stepped out onto the front porch, he was greeted by the sight of Venice lying on a blanket in the yard, cooing and babbling happily to himself.

The little boy was a bundle of chubby cheeks and dimpled smiles, his bright eyes sparkling with curiosity as he reached out to grab at the world around him.Smiling fondly, Vegas made his way over to Venice, scooping him up into his arms and pressing a gentle kiss to his forehead.

Venice giggled in response, his tiny hands reaching up to grab at Vegas's face with chubby fingers.Turning to his lover, Vegas felt a swell of affection wash over him as he looked into their eyes. There was a warmth and tenderness in their gaze that spoke volumes, a silent understanding of the bond they shared as parents and partners.

Together, they spent the day doting on Venice, marveling at every new milestone and cherishing the simple joys of parenthood. They played peek-a-boo and made silly faces, their laughter filling the air with infectious joy.

But as the day drew to a close,Vegas couldn't shake the feeling of unease that gnawed at the back of his mind. It was as if a shadow loomed over their idyllic day, casting a pall of foreboding over their happiness.