Fate

Chapter 163

Mina's P.O.V.
Why did my veins itch? It was a sensation.. I wasn't being literal for once. Did I need glasses? Why were things a bit hazy in my peripheral vision? Was eonni always this pretty as a redhead? Did she ever caress my hair like that? It was so soothing... "Hey, dongsaeng.. How does that feel?"

Something changed didn't it? Pain went from a 10 to a 2. "..A lot better.. What dose is in there?.. Enough to kill a horse?"

I managed to make her laugh. Thank goodness. "Barely anything. The dose is very small. You're reacting pretty well to it."

They changed the painkillers. It had to be. "What is it?"
She gave me a look. Right. Can't play dumb. I studied the damn drugs. "It's m*rphine. Isn't it?"

I wasn't mad. It never occurred to me that I'd need something this strong. Then again.. even naproxen wasn't working for me. That thing was so bad for your stomach you could burn a hole. Not exaggerating. My friend smiled. "Hey, even drugged, you're smart."
Now I laughed. Muffled a chuckle would be more like it, but I did feel a lot better. "I have good news for you. They'll be ready in half an hour."

Already? "Can you hand me my phone? I have a message to send before I go."

Confusion as she opened it for me. I gave her my password in case someone messaged me.. it turned out to be useful. I was sloppy. It's crazy what tiny molecules can do.. "I'll type it for you."

Don't get choked up. "Happy birthday again mom, I love you."
Her eyes went wide. "Yeah.. I have shitty timing.. I prepared a post to go out at midnight last night so it'd be noon on her birthday for her. I texted her at noon yesterday.. but knowing I won't be reachable when she watches the conclusion to my artistic social experiment.. I need to tell her again.."

She sent it. "She says that she loves you too."
Good.. good.. Eonni didn't wait for me to say it. "Tell me when to press record for Joonie's message."

I felt like such a b*tch for lying.. "Hey, handsome.. I just wanted to tell you that I feel better and that I'll be even better later today.. I'm heading for the surgery unit soon. I'll be fine.. I promise. Wish upon a star for me, will you? I adore you.. See you later."
Okay.. "I'm ready to go.."

Her hand hadn't left my hair. "I'll be there when you'll be back."

Moonbyul's P.O.V.
I picked up a few things from home to bring here for our stay. I wouldn't budge. Trust me. I got her new room number and walked in. She looked just the same. Laying in bed, back at an incline. Taking a few glances, she must've been there at least an hour, seeing the small biohazard trash was already about half full. A few needles, gauze, an empty bag of blood and an empty bag of saline and antibiotics probably. I rarely saw such a sound expression on her face.. I was told it all went well, it took longer than expected, but they preferred to be cautious. "I'll call your boyfriend, sleepyhead.."

It didn't ring fully once. "What took you so long?"

Ah, you're such a ball of nerves. How panicked would you be in person? "If you wanted instant news, you should've flown here to see her yourself." It's not like he couldn't. He would've been tired, but he could've. Except he'd feel his girlfriend's wrath, but he wouldn't miss a concert! She couldn't get mad. If he came over now.. he would.

"Sorry, that was stupid of me.. Can you pass her the phone?" Boy did it sound like he had no sleep. His voice was raspier than usual.

"Namjoon, I just got here. She literally just got out." Idiot.

"Just out? An appendectomy doesn't take five hours."
Oh sh*t. I blew it. I blew it! Me and my stupid mouth.
"Noona? You're gonna tell me what's going on with my girlfriend right now."
He wasn't angry, rather.. He sounded afraid. I couldn't omit anything. I couldn't lie for the life of me, so I told him the truth. All of it. "How is she?"
No harshness at all. He was soft and delicate. I never heard that tone out of his mouth.

Why aren't you upset at me? At her? You could.. You should.
"Honestly.. She looks a lot better than I thought." Slightly rosy cheeks and all.
"They gave her transfusions from the start just to make sure, knowing her platelets issue." Another thing I had written down even if it was already there.

He seemed reassured. "That's great, make sure to call me when she wakes up."
Yes, sir. "Thanks, noona."

Ah.. My pleasure. I looked to my right. "Stop acting like you're asleep. You've been giving my hands little squeezes, girly."

She flashed me the most refreshingly tired smile. "Hi, Byuly.."

"You are SO not off anesthesia."
I laughed a little. "How do you feel?"

She took a decently deep breath. "Best nap ever.. Would not do it again. Getting asleep is soooo scary~"

It was hilarious! I had to stop her from moving her arms. "Girl, be careful. You're not supposed to move like that."

I was NOT ready for that. "How do I get Joonie jealous so he comes back early then?"

Oh, dear. "Trust me, you don't need to do anything for that. He's jealous of anyone who's near you, I'm sure."

"I miss him.. His hugs are the best." That was so sweet.

"Well.. If you take a nap, I'm sure you'll get to talk to him."

No hesitation. "Alright! Sleep it is." Her childish smile was very endearing.

To say Namjoon missed this..

Mina's P.O.V.
I woke up with a splitting headache. "What time is it?"

"Time for you to finally have some food." She paused.
"Still okay?"

I knew I spoke to her before, but it was pretty hazy.. I did wake up. Right? "Yeah, just starving.." I looked at her. "I REALLY don't want to know what I said before this conversation."

My eonni's laughter rang. "Don't worry, you were just cute. But.. I think I can do something about that hunger." She went through her tote bag. Please be what I think. Please.. "It's some juice." Aww.. not what I wanted, but delicious anyway. "You can't have solid foods or smoothies for at least four days, but I took a sip and it's pretty decent."

She took a sip? "Woah, you're stealing food from a disabled person? I never thought you'd do that."

Byul found me funny. "I'm terrible. I know. I guess I'll just have to bring you another tomorrow."

I tasted it. "Ah~ So refreshing.." I took a look around. I pointed at the three pouches dripping into my bloodstream. "What's this one? And how many did I have of these?"

She got up and took a look. "First is fluids and antibiotics. You went through two of these too. Still emptying another. You weren't kidding when you said it took you a while to stop cuts from bleeding.." I never joked about that. It was a real problem. I'm glad they managed something so I didn't feel like death warmed up.. She pointed closer to my head.
"Got your painkillers too."

Great.. I felt perfectly fine except the headache that slowly faded away as I emptied my drink. "Did Moonie call?"

A smile. "He's been asking for updates since 1pm."
Did he even sleep? "He won't chill until you tell him to. Want to call him?"

Obviously. "Put him on speaker please."

"Is Mina okay? Is she up? " Damn, he answered in a heartbeat.

"I'm perfectly fine, mister."

My voice got him so happy. "Oh my goodness! You sound so good! Hey, beautiful lady ~"

Covered in bandages and stitches from my upper arms to my thighs. It wasn't a nice sight, but I felt more confident already. "Hey, handsome~ Get some sleep now, okay? You have shows to do."

A huge sigh. "And boy do I wish I didn't... You take it easy, okay? Any problems and I'm on a plane."

Don't make it sound this appealing.. "I got my appendix removed, not open heart surgery. I'll be fine." It would only get better from here. I wouldn't have stabbing pains on my lower right side randomly. That, would be great.

He didn't seem convinced. "I know, but still. Text me as much as you can and want. I love you."

"I love you too."