Twice one-shots

Raindrops and Reconciliation (2yeon)

The rain came down in soft, misty sheets, cloaking the city in a tranquil haze as Jeongyeon hurried through the bustling streets, clutching a bouquet of vibrant wildflowers close to her chest. She had never been good at reading Nayeon's emotions, but today something had shattered between them, leaving Jeongyeon bewildered and remorseful.

It started with an icy silence at breakfast, Nayeon barely acknowledging Jeongyeon's presence.

 Confused, Jeongyeon had tried to engage her in conversation, only to be met with terse replies and averted eyes. 

Then, abruptly, Nayeon had stormed out, leaving Jeongyeon to pick up the shattered fragments of their morning routine.Now, as Jeongyeon navigated the slick sidewalks, her mind raced with unanswered questions. What had she done wrong? Was it something she said or didn't say? She racked her brain for clues, her heart sinking with each step.

Finally, she arrived at Nayeon's apartment building, breathless and soaked to the skin. She hurried inside, ignoring the curious stares of the doorman and other residents. In her rush, she almost forgot to press the button for Nayeon's floor, the elevator doors closing just in time. 

The journey up felt endless, the weight of uncertainty pressing down on her shoulders. When the doors finally slid open, Jeongyeon bolted down the hall, her wet shoes squeaking on the polished floor. She stopped abruptly at Nayeon's door, hesitating for a moment before raising her hand to knock.Before her knuckles could meet the wood, the door swung open, revealing Nayeon, her eyes red-rimmed and tear-stained. 

For a fleeting moment, their gazes locked, emotions swirling between them like the storm outside. Jeongyeon held out the bouquet, the vibrant hues stark against the dreary backdrop of rain-soaked clothes and darkened skies."I'm sorry," Jeongyeon whispered, her voice raw with emotion. "I don't know what happened, but I want to fix it. Please, Nayeon."

Nayeon's shoulders trembled, her facade crumbling in the face of Jeongyeon's earnest plea. Without a word, she stepped aside, wordlessly inviting Jeongyeon into the warmth of her apartment. Jeongyeon followed, the weight of uncertainty lifting with each step closer to reconciliation.

They stood in the quiet sanctuary of Nayeon's living room, raindrops tapping gently against the windowpanes. Nayeon finally spoke, her voice soft and vulnerable. "You forgot, Jeongyeon. You forgot our anniversary."

The realization hit Jeongyeon like a physical blow, the memory surfacing from the depths of her mind like a forgotten dream. She had been so caught up in work, in meetings and deadlines, that the significance of the date had slipped through her fingers like sand.

"I'm so sorry," Jeongyeon repeated, her voice thick with remorse. "I didn't mean to forget. I... I should have been there."Nayeon nodded slowly, her gaze softening as she took in Jeongyeon's sincerity. "I know you didn't mean to. But sometimes, I just... I need you to remember."

Jeongyeon stepped closer, reaching out to brush a stray tear from Nayeon's cheek. "I promise, Nayeon. From now on, I'll remember. I'll make it up to you, however you want."Nayeon leaned into Jeongyeon's touch, the tension in her shoulders easing with each gentle caress. "Just... be here, Jeongyeon. That's all I ask"

They stood together in the quiet embrace of forgiveness, raindrops tapping a soothing rhythm against the window, washing away the misunderstandings of the morning. In that moment, as their hearts beat in unison, Jeongyeon knew that their love was stronger than any storm.