Unspoken Feelings ( A love that defines the odds )

21. Tides of Change

The sun streamed through the large windows of the TWICE dorm, casting a warm glow over the living room. Sana and Tzuyu sat together on the couch, their playful banter filling the air as the other members went about their morning routines.

“Do you think Jeongyeon ever gets tired of losing to me in games?” Tzuyu teased, a smirk dancing on her lips.

“Only when you make her cry,” Sana shot back, her eyes sparkling with mischief.

Tzuyu chuckled, but her expression turned serious for a moment. “Honestly, though, I don’t know how much longer we can keep this up. I mean, our contract is ending, and…” She trailed off, not wanting to dampen the mood.

Sana nodded, understanding the unspoken thoughts between them. “I know. It’s just… it feels like the right time to think about what’s next. But I don’t want to think about that now. Let’s enjoy today.”

Their conversation was interrupted by Jeongyeon’s frustrated shout from the kitchen. “I told you, Jihyo! The toast is burnt again!”

“Maybe you should stop trying to multitask,” Jihyo retorted, a playful smile on her face as she flipped through her planner. “You can’t cook and talk at the same time.”

“Watch me!” Jeongyeon shot back, grabbing a piece of the charred toast and tossing it into the bin. “And by the way, who keeps moving my stuff? I swear I left my headphones right here!”

Tzuyu raised an eyebrow. “Probably Nayeon, sneaking around like a thief. She’s been extra cozy with you lately.”

Sana laughed, nudging Tzuyu playfully. “You’re just jealous because she makes Jeongyeon’s heart race.”

“Oh, please. Jeongyeon is practically a puppy around her,” Tzuyu replied with a smirk.

Just then, Nayeon walked into the room, an air of mischief surrounding her. “What’s this? Talking about me behind my back?”

Sana put on an innocent expression. “Of course not! We were just discussing how great you are at stealing hearts.”

Nayeon rolled her eyes but couldn’t suppress a grin. “Flattery will get you nowhere, but I appreciate it.”

Chaeyoung and Dahyun entered the room, laughing together, their chemistry evident. “You two are way too serious this morning,” Chaeyoung teased, plopping down on the floor. “Lighten up! We have a day off!”

“Yeah, let’s not dwell on the future,” Dahyun chimed in. “Let’s plan something fun instead!”

Jihyo, still flipping through her planner, glanced up. “As long as it doesn’t involve burning anything else, I’m in.”

Mina joined them, wrapping her arms around Chaeyoung from behind. “I’ll take care of the snacks. Just tell me what to do!”

Tzuyu’s playful gaze flickered to Sana, her lips curling into a teasing smile. “Looks like you’ve got your hands full with them, Sana. Maybe I should step in and be the responsible one.”

“Responsible? You?” Sana feigned disbelief, bursting into laughter. “That’s rich coming from you!”

“Hey, I can be responsible!” Tzuyu shot back, her tone playful yet serious. “Just not around Jeongyeon or Jihyo. They bring out the savage in me.”

“Maybe that’s because you enjoy it too much,” Jihyo interjected, raising an eyebrow. “You should tone it down before you get yourself in trouble.”

“Trouble? I thrive on it,” Tzuyu smirked, looking at Jihyo. “Besides, Jeongyeon can handle it. Right?”

Jeongyeon, who had just entered the room, crossed her arms. “Only if it’s worth it. Are you saying I can’t keep up with you?”

“Bring it on!” Tzuyu challenged, her competitive spirit shining through.

Sana couldn’t help but grin at the playful chaos unfolding around them. The warmth of the moment reminded her of the bonds they had formed, despite the uncertainty looming on the horizon.

As laughter filled the room, Tzuyu leaned in closer to Sana, whispering, “Whatever happens, I’m glad I’m going through this with you.”

Sana smiled, her heart swelling with affection. “Me too. No matter what comes next, we’ll face it together.”

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**Author’s Note**

Okay, but is Tzuyu secretly the queen of sass or what? I swear she lives for roasting Jeongyeon! 😂 Like, we need a “Savage Tzuyu Moments” compilation at this point. And Sana’s over here, *thriving* in the middle of all this chaos while somehow making Tzuyu soft with just a smile. What kind of sorcery is that?

Also… Nayeon sneaking around stealing hearts and headphones? Jeongyeon burning toast? Y’all, what is happening in this dorm?! 😂 But let’s not forget, the contract clock is ticking, and our favorite squad is starting to feel the weight of it all. 😬 Are they about to embark on a wild new adventure or… is Tzuyu gonna roast her way into solo stardom? 👀

Stay tuned for Chapter 22—because things are about to get *spicy*! And trust me, you don’t want to miss where these bonds are heading next. 🫣

P.S. Who else thinks Jeongyeon should just give up on cooking? Burnt toast isn’t a vibe.