You are quite like a wilted flower,
neglected,
dried out,
and crumbled into pieces.
But, why did you still catch my attention with that beyond-belief beauty of yours?
All you need is a little love to bloom,
a little care to grow colorful,
and a litt...
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VI: Wilted Flower
The Enigmatic Arrival | The mystery of an unexpected appearance.
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The birds chirped softly as Minho opened his eyes, stretching with a contented moan, relishing the comfort of a good night's sleep.
He shifted around, seeking a more comfortable position, only to be startled by the sight of Iris sitting up beside him.
"Jesus, you startled me, Iris. Why are you up so early?" Minho asked, his confusion evident. He noticed her gaze fixed on him but chose not to press her about it.
"Good morning," Iris said softly, pressing a gentle kiss on his cheek. "I couldn't sleep well. I'm still trying to get used to this place."
Minho's face turned an intense shade of red, his eyes widening in shock.
He stared at Iris, his mouth opening and closing as if he wanted to speak but no words came out.
He blinked rapidly, clearly taken aback, before finally managing to clear his throat with a shaky attempt to compose himself.
"Haha, what was that for?" The boy muttered shyly, his hand moving to touch his cheek where Iris's kiss had landed.
Truth be told, Minho felt a bit flustered. He couldn't quite understand why she had suddenly kissed him. The surprise left him feeling a little confused.
"I just thought it might help you start the day with a smile," Iris said innocently, her eyes twinkling with a mix of sincerity and regret.
"Right, Minho, stop overthinking it. She meant no harm," he told himself, rubbing his eyes and shaking off the lingering grogginess.
"I understand," he said as he sat up, noticing the anxious look on Iris's face. "Let's get you settled in. I'll introduce you to everyone at the orphanage and make sure you feel more at home."
