*Trigger Warning: This story involves themes of pregnancy, emotional distress, and relationship issues.*
Kim Mingyu sat in his dimly lit room, staring blankly at the wall as tears streamed down his face. He had made up his mind, and the weight of his decision felt suffocating. After years of being a part of Seventeen, one of K-pop's most beloved groups, Mingyu had come to the realization that he could no longer continue.
The reason, however, was not something he could share with his members, especially not with Jeon Wonwoo, his boyfriend of two years. Mingyu's hands instinctively went to his stomach, where a secret grew inside him. He was pregnant.
The discovery had shaken Mingyu to his core. As a K-pop idol, his career was built on rigorous training, performances, and a carefully crafted image. Pregnancy would not only jeopardize his own career but also potentially tarnish the reputation of Seventeen.
For a month, Mingyu had been distant, avoiding Wonwoo's concerned gazes and gentle queries. He couldn't bear to tell him, fearing the burden he would place on his loved one. The guilt of ignoring Wonwoo had been eating away at him, but Mingyu saw no other choice.
With a heavy heart, Mingyu packed his bags and wrote a letter to the members, explaining his decision to leave the group without revealing the true reason. He knew they would be shocked, confused, and hurt.
The next day, Mingyu arrived at the practice room, his letter in hand. The members were busy rehearsing their new choreography, but as soon as they saw Mingyu's somber expression, they fell silent.
"Mingyu, what's going on?" Wonwoo asked, his voice laced with worry.
Mingyu handed the letter to S.Coups, the leader, and turned to leave. "I'm sorry. I have to go."
As the news sank in, the room erupted into a mix of shock, tears, and protests. Wonwoo's face crumpled, his eyes searching Mingyu's for answers.
"Mingyu, why? What's happening?" Wonwoo called out, but Mingyu was already gone.
The days that followed were chaotic. Seventeen's management scrambled to address the sudden departure, while the members struggled to come to terms with the loss of their brother. Wonwoo, in particular, was devastated, feeling abandoned and confused.
Mingyu, now alone, navigated the challenges of pregnancy in secret. He knew he had made the right decision, but the ache in his heart grew with each passing day.
As the news of Mingyu's departure spread, fans and media speculated about the reasons behind his sudden exit. But Mingyu remained silent, protecting his secret and the group he once called family.
In the shadows, Mingyu prepared for the arrival of his child, his love for Wonwoo still burning bright, though now tempered with the weight of his hidden truth.
Mingyu stepped off the plane in Los Angeles, the warm California sun a stark contrast to the chilly Seoul air he left behind. With a deep breath, he began his new life, alone and pregnant.
The initial weeks passed in a blur. Mingyu settled into a small apartment in Koreatown, keeping a low profile. He knew the K-pop community was abuzz with speculation about his departure from Seventeen, and he wanted to avoid attention.
As his pregnancy progressed, Mingyu faced unforeseen challenges. Morning sickness plagued him, and the exhaustion was overwhelming. He struggled to cook and clean, tasks that seemed simple before. The loneliness was suffocating, with no one to share his fears and joys.
One particularly difficult day, Mingyu collapsed in the grocery store, overcome by dizziness. A kind-hearted stranger, an elderly Korean woman named Mrs. Kim, rushed to his side and helped him home.
