It was a warm autumn evening, and Kim Mingyu was lounging on the couch, his hands gently cradling his rounded belly. He was seven months pregnant, and the constant kicking and fluttering of their unborn baby was a soothing reminder of the life growing inside him.
Suddenly, Mingyu's stomach growled, and he felt a familiar pang of hunger. It was midnight, and he had a craving that couldn't be ignored. He turned to his partner, Jeon Wonwoo, who was busy scrolling through his phone.
"Wonwoo, I need something to eat," Mingyu said, his voice laced with a hint of desperation.
Wonwoo looked up, a mixture of amusement and concern on his face. "What's your craving this time?" he asked, setting his phone aside.
Mingyu thought for a moment. "I want... kimchi stew and a bowl of spicy ramen."
Wonwoo chuckled. "That's quite a combination. Do you think it's the baby's doing?"
Mingyu smiled wryly. "Maybe. But I don't care. I need it."
Without another word, Wonwoo got up and headed to the kitchen. Mingyu watched him, grateful for his partner's unwavering support throughout his pregnancy.
As Wonwoo began preparing the kimchi stew and ramen, the aroma wafting from the kitchen tantalized Mingyu's senses. His stomach growled louder, and he shifted uncomfortably on the couch.
Twenty minutes later, Wonwoo presented Mingyu with a steaming bowl of spicy ramen and a smaller bowl of kimchi stew. Mingyu's eyes widened as he took his first bite of the ramen. The flavors exploded on his tongue, satisfying his craving.
"Thank you, Wonwoo," Mingyu said, between slurps of noodles. "This is perfect."
Wonwoo smiled and sat beside him, gently rubbing Mingyu's belly. "Anytime, baby. You and our little one deserve only the best."
As they sat together, enjoying the quiet of the night, Mingyu felt grateful for this life they were building. The pregnancy had brought its challenges, but with Wonwoo by his side, every moment felt precious.
As they finished the meal, Mingyu leaned against Wonwoo, feeling content. "You know, I never thought I'd be this happy," he said softly.
Wonwoo wrapped his arms around Mingyu, holding him close. "I'm glad I get to be part of this journey with you. We're in this together, always."
In that moment, surrounded by the warmth of their love and the quiet of the night, Mingyu knew that no matter what the future held, they would face it together, hand in hand.
As the night wore on, Mingyu's hunger sated, they settled into a comfortable silence. Wonwoo continued to rub Mingyu's belly, feeling the gentle kicks and rolls of their baby.
"You know, I was thinking," Wonwoo said, his voice low and soothing. "We should start preparing the nursery. We're running out of time."
Mingyu nodded, his eyes drifting shut. "I was thinking the same. But I don't know what theme to choose. Do you have any ideas?"
Wonwoo smiled. "Actually, I do. How about a celestial theme? Stars, moons, and clouds?"
Mingyu's eyes opened, and he looked at Wonwoo with excitement. "That sounds perfect! Our little star is already shining bright."
Wonwoo chuckled. "Our little star, indeed."
As they sat together, lost in thoughts of their future, Mingyu's eyelids began to droop. Wonwoo gently helped him up from the couch.
"Time for bed, baby. You need your rest."
Mingyu nodded, already half asleep. Wonwoo guided him to their bedroom, where he carefully undressed Mingyu and tucked him into bed.
As Wonwoo slid in beside him, Mingyu snuggled into his side. "Thank you for taking care of me, Wonwoo," he whispered.
Wonwoo wrapped his arms around Mingyu, holding him close. "Forever and always, my love."
The next morning, Mingyu woke up feeling refreshed. He stretched, feeling the baby kick in response. Wonwoo was already up, sipping coffee in the kitchen.
"Morning," Mingyu said, waddling into the kitchen.
Wonwoo smiled. "Morning, beautiful. How are you feeling today?"
Mingyu smiled back. "Hungry."
Wonwoo laughed. "Of course! What's your craving today?"
Mingyu thought for a moment. "Pancakes with strawberries and whipped cream."
Wonwoo raised an eyebrow. "Sounds like someone's got a sweet tooth."
Mingyu grinned mischievously. "Blame it on the baby."
Wonwoo chuckled. "I'll get right on it."
As they enjoyed their breakfast together, Mingyu realized that these small moments, filled with laughter and love, were what made pregnancy truly special.
And with Wonwoo by his side, Mingyu knew they would face whatever challenges came their way, hand in hand.
