The next morning, Y/N awoke abruptly, her stomach churning with a familiar wave of nausea. She barely had time to register what was happening before she found herself rushing to the bathroom. The nausea hit her hard, and she gripped the edge of the sink, trying to steady herself as she emptied the contents of her stomach.
After a few moments, the worst of it passed, leaving her feeling drained but slightly better. Y/N rinsed her mouth and splashed some cool water on her face, trying to shake off the lingering dizziness. She took a deep breath and then quietly padded back to the bedroom.
Namjoon was still asleep, his face peaceful and relaxed. Seeing him like that made her feel a bit more grounded, and she couldn’t resist the urge to snuggle back into bed beside him. Carefully, she slipped under the covers, curling up against his warm body, her head resting on his chest. The rhythmic rise and fall of his breathing lulled her back into a sense of calm.
As she nestled closer, Namjoon stirred slightly, his arms instinctively wrapping around her. Even in his sleep, he seemed to know she needed comfort. Y/N closed her eyes, letting herself drift back into a restful sleep, feeling safe and loved in his embrace.
They slept for a few more hours, the morning light slowly filling the room. When they finally woke up, the sun was well into the sky. Namjoon was the first to open his eyes, smiling softly as he realized Y/N was still curled up against him. He gently kissed her forehead, causing her to stir awake.
"Morning," he whispered, his voice warm and loving.
Y/N smiled sleepily, her body still feeling the remnants of exhaustion. "Morning," she replied, her voice a little hoarse from the earlier nausea.
"How are you feeling?" Namjoon asked, concern lacing his tone as he brushed a strand of hair from her face.
Y/N sighed softly. "I’m okay now. Just had a rough start to the morning."
Namjoon frowned slightly, worry etched in his features. "I’m sorry you’re feeling this way. I wish I could do more to help."
Y/N shook her head, giving him a reassuring smile. "You’re already helping more than you know. Just having you here makes everything easier."
Namjoon’s expression softened, and he leaned in to kiss her gently. "I’m always here for you," he promised, his words filled with love.
After a while, they got up and made their way to the kitchen to prepare breakfast. They kept it simple, just some toast, eggs, and fruit, enjoying the quiet morning together. The light conversation they shared helped distract them from the nervous anticipation building in their minds.
However, their peaceful morning was soon interrupted by a message from their managers. Namjoon’s phone buzzed on the table, and he quickly picked it up, reading the text with a furrowed brow. Y/N watched as his expression shifted from neutral to slightly tense.
"What is it?" she asked, her heart skipping a beat.
Namjoon looked up at her, his eyes serious. "Our managers just informed me that we have a meeting at my company today. Your staff and CEO are going to be there too."
Y/N’s stomach twisted with anxiety, the reality of the situation sinking in. She had known this was coming, but the thought of facing both companies made her nerves spike. "Today?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
Namjoon nodded, reaching across the table to take her hand. "Yeah, today. I know it’s sudden, but maybe it’s better to get this over with quickly."
Y/N took a deep breath, trying to steady her racing thoughts. "You’re right. The sooner we talk to them, the sooner we can start planning for the future. I just hope they’ll understand."
Namjoon squeezed her hand reassuringly. "They’ll have to. We’re in this together, and we’ll make sure they know how serious we are about this."
Y/N nodded, feeling a bit more at ease with his words. But the anxiety still lingered, the unknowns of the upcoming meeting swirling in her mind. She didn’t want to dwell on it too much, but it was hard to push the worries aside.
As they finished their breakfast, they both started preparing for the meeting, choosing their outfits carefully to present themselves professionally and confidently. Namjoon could see the nervousness in Y/N’s eyes, and he tried his best to keep the atmosphere calm and reassuring.
When they were both ready, they took a moment to stand together in the living room, holding each other close. Namjoon pressed a gentle kiss to Y/N’s forehead, his hands resting on her shoulders as he looked into her eyes.
"No matter what happens today, I want you to know that I’m here for you, and I’m not going anywhere," he said, his voice filled with conviction.
Y/N nodded, her heart swelling with love and gratitude. "I know, Joon. And I’m with you too, no matter what."
They shared a moment of quiet connection before finally heading out the door, their hands clasped tightly together. The drive to Namjoon’s company was filled with a mixture of anticipation and nerves, both of them mentally preparing for what was to come.
As they approached the building, the reality of the situation settled in even further. This meeting could change everything, and while they hoped for the best, they knew they had to be ready for whatever came their way. Together, they would face it, trusting in their love and determination to guide them through.
