Twice one-shots

Unseen Burden (mohyo)

The Twice dorm was alive with activity as the members prepared for their upcoming comeback. The air was filled with excitement and anticipation, but Momo couldn't shake the feeling of unease that had been gnawing at her for days.

Jihyo, their fearless leader, had been working herself to the bone. She was the first to arrive at practice and the last to leave, always pushing herself to perfect every move, every note. Momo admired Jihyo's dedication, but she also knew that there was a limit to how much one person could endure.

One evening, as the members gathered in the living room for a rare moment of relaxation, Momo watched Jihyo with growing concern. Jihyo's usually vibrant eyes were dull with exhaustion, and dark circles had formed under them. Momo's heart ached to see her girlfriend like this.

"Hey, Jihyo," Momo said softly, taking a seat next to her on the couch. "You look really tired. Are you sure you're okay?"

Jihyo forced a smile, but it didn't reach her eyes. "I'm fine, Momo. Just a little tired. There's a lot to do for the comeback."

Momo reached out and took Jihyo's hand in hers, squeezing it gently. "You've been working so hard. Maybe you should take a break, just for a little while."

Jihyo shook her head, her expression determined. "I can't afford to take a break. There's too much at stake. The fans are expecting the best from us."

Momo's concern deepened. She knew how much pressure Jihyo put on herself to lead the group and meet everyone's expectations, but she also knew that pushing herself too hard could have serious consequences.

"Jihyo," Momo said softly, her voice filled with emotion. "I'm really worried about you. You're not just our leader, you're also my girlfriend. I can't stand seeing you like this."

Jihyo's eyes softened as she looked at Momo, her resolve wavering. "I know, Momo. But I have to do this. I have to be strong for everyone."

Momo's heart ached as she saw the weight of Jihyo's burdens reflected in her eyes. "You're already so strong, Jihyo. But even the strongest people need to rest. You don't have to carry everything on your own."

Jihyo's facade finally cracked, and tears welled up in her eyes. "I just want everything to be perfect. I don't want to let anyone down."

Momo pulled Jihyo into a tight embrace, her heart breaking at the vulnerability in Jihyo's voice. "You could never let us down, Jihyo. We all look up to you because you're amazing just as you are. But you need to take care of yourself too."

Jihyo clung to Momo, her tears soaking into Momo's shirt. "I'm scared, Momo. Scared of failing, of not being enough."

Momo gently stroked Jihyo's hair, her voice soothing. "You're more than enough, Jihyo. You're the heart and soul of this group, and we love you for it. Please, let us help you. Let me help you."Jihyo took a shaky breath, her grip on Momo tightening. "I don't know what I'd do without you, Momo."

Momo kissed the top of Jihyo's head, her heart overflowing with love. "You'll never have to find out. I'm here for you, always."

They stayed like that for a while, wrapped in each other's arms, finding solace in their shared warmth. The weight of Jihyo's burdens seemed a little lighter with Momo by her side, and she knew that together, they could face whatever challenges lay ahead.

The next day, Momo made sure to keep a close eye on Jihyo during practice, gently reminding her to take breaks and drink water. The other members soon noticed Momo's extra attentiveness and began to pitch in, offering support and encouragement to their leader.

As the days passed, Jihyo slowly began to ease up on herself, allowing herself to rest and recharge. She realized that she didn't have to carry the weight of the world on her shoulders alone; she had her members, and she had Momo, who loved her unconditionally.

On the night of their comeback performance, Jihyo stood backstage with her members, feeling a sense of calm and confidence she hadn't felt in weeks. Momo stood beside her, giving her hand a reassuring squeeze.

"You ready, Jihyo?" Momo asked, her eyes shining with pride and love.

Jihyo nodded, her heart swelling with gratitude. "Yes, I'm ready. And thank you, Momo. For everything."

Momo smiled, her love for Jihyo evident in her eyes. "Always, Jihyo. Now let's go out there and show everyone what Twice is made of."With Momo and the rest of her members by her side, Jihyo stepped onto the stage, ready to give her all. She knew that no matter what happened, she was never alone. She had her team, her family, and most importantly, she had Momo, who had shown her the true meaning of love and support.