Spring Moon

36

I held the railing along the ledge of the building's rooftop tight, inhaling a great amount of oxygen as I pulled my body closer. It was fresh - or I thought so since I'd been indoors for too long.

Kevin's plan about going out was to summon me here - on the rooftop where a hidden garden existed. And the journey to get here was damn dramatic.

He put on a big sunglasses over my eyes that covered half of my face and my pink knitted cardigan had changed its role into a scarf when he draped it on my head - both sides of the sleeves were tied under my chin. I refused to see myself after he donned me, specifically when I saw him silently cackle. For real, I must be seen like a clown though he assured you're cute.

No, I won't believe him.

Along the corridor, I'd been sticking with him, grasping on his sleeve as he led the way. We bumped into a male toddler which immediately made me sweat as the small boy eyed me weirdly before he questioned my age. Well, should I just believe Kevin that I looked cute? Even a toddler also was interested in me.

And to disclose the damage done, Kevin had locked the door to the garden once we were in. To prevent anyone else from coming in, he said. I never knew my boyfriend could do something like this either.

Spring was still here, but maybe not for long. Maybe, it would last for only a week more before summer arrival. It was bittersweet to say goodbye to the spring. While I had the best of my time this spring, unfortunately, I experienced heartbreaks that wouldn't be leaving my head forever.

But, maybe, a distraction would help to ease the pain. For instance, the boy who was with me on the rooftop, sitting on the closest bench to me while doodling on his iPad. He didn't notice my glance at him, he was too engrossed in whatever he did.

He was just here unveiling the truth about me yesterday yet his presence had helped me a lot. I kind of startled myself. But, I could care less. As long as he was here, I should be okay.

"What are you doing?" I questioned, rather abruptly which instantly broke his gaze from the screen to me. Then, he smiled, beckoning me to sit next to him on the bench by taking up the sunglasses and the sweater I threw next to him earlier before he patted the seat.

I dragged my feet closer to him, and swiftly I sat down, Kevin draped the sweater over my shoulder.

"I drew," he said, showing me the screen.

My eyes widened almost instantly at the majestic picture he drew. It was a scenery from the rooftop we were in. Everything was in there - the ledge I stood by, the railing, the puff clouds and the layout of a girl who seemed to be me.

"Golden hands approved," I pursed my lips, a bit jealous of his talent.

"Paint it," he shoved the device to me.

"Huh? P-Paint? Me?" I looked at him, wanting confirmation. He better said that he was joking because I could not forgive him easily for making fun of me later.

If anything, one should know that I never excelled in art.

But, he nodded, confirming his stance instead. I wish he regretted his decision so much.

"It doesn't have to be pretty," the device was now in my hands. "You will eventually focus on painting it so, you will forget about those scary and sad feelings you keep inside. Try it."

The expression I wore was kind of questioning. Truthfully, I didn't believe him. Because drawing and painting never made me feel at ease. They would make me feel more mad. Nonetheless, Kevin kept asking me to believe him, so maybe giving it a try wouldn't hurt.

Hesitantly, I clicked on the brush icon and picked the soft blue colour because wouldn't it be the first thing that crossed your mind - to colour the sky?

Unfortunately, Kevin didn't lie. I found myself focusing way too much as I did, picking up the hype. At one point, I realized I smiled as I tapped here and there watching the blank page filled with various types of colour.

"This is fun," I told him and he laughed, agreeing.

It was then, that he received a phone call which he privately took, 10 feet away from me. I was still in the same mood to realize that he'd gone away until my finger stalled in the air upon seeing a notification pop up on top of the screen.

My heart started speeding up, knowing that the notification came from Moonlight. Much to my desire to ignore, I couldn't stop the curiosity from welling up. And that made me debate whether yes or not to check it out.

Only then, I glanced over at Kevin who was still talking to the phone which seemed to be long. So, I made up my mind and clicked on the notification.

'I met Ivy by accident one time and she didn't look any different from how we see her at the fan sign. She didn't fake herself to look kind in front of me since it was a sudden approach. And that I believe, this rumour is not true.'

My brows furrowed at the sudden comment posted. How bold this person was to speak up something different from the rest.

"Sunwoo?" I read the simple username, raiding my brain to recall where I saw this boy. "Oh, the boy from the amusement park..."

A glint of hope shone on me as he added another comment which read Should I sign a petition to have her management investigate this matter deeply?

"What a bold boy," I muttered under my breath, adoring his braveness that I would never have.

"Alright... talk to you more soon."

Kevin's voice approaching me immediately made me change the screen again, watching him end the call with a wide smile as he returned to his initial spot next to me. The smile seemed to not fade which a bit had sparked a curiosity.

"Who was calling?" I asked.

"My management," he answered shortly which sent a shiver down my spine. Did they start making a fuss about his absence? "They've approved my request to work from home for the time being."

I pondered, slowly unveiling it.

"Work from home? So that you can be close to me?" He nodded at my assumption. "Is it worth though? I mean, I'm not even your wife for you to sacrifice this much."

"Then, should we get married right away for you to approve my decision?"

My breath hitched as he said that. Even when the air suddenly swooshing hitting us and messing with our hair, I remained unmoved. That was how startled I was at his bold remark.

I really hoped that I could see a glint of a joke on his face. Anything that could tell me that he was just spitting out randomness but, none - I couldn't find any. Instead, Kevin Moon slowly crept up a smile across his face as he skimmed my features.

I was swayed - no lie. Would there be anyone who wouldn't get affected by the move? Especially from someone nonchalant like him who always looked uncared for yet deep down had listed out thousands of preparations to approach the future?

I shook my head rather vigorously to stay composed. I even slapped my face to stay awake.

"I'm dealing with anxiety, don't joke around like that," I patted my crazy beating heart as I tried to control my breath. Kevin Moon should pay for this damage he'd done to me.

"But, I'm not joking."

Dammit. Just stop, Kevin!

He looked at me intently afterwards. Again, no sign of joking.

"If marrying you off is the only decision that enables me to take care of you without barrier, then I shall do it."