The Day We Find Love

I Really Need To Hear The Truth

2012
~Choi Heewon

Leeteuk went home at midnight since he had an early morning schedule, but he returned at 5 AM to bring me some clothes to change into. Since Siwon had a VVIP room, it was nice to have access to a private bathroom where I could freshen up.

The room was spacious and elegantly furnished, with a comfortable couch where I had slept the night before. It was the same couch where Leeteuk had comforted me; his presence always brought some peace to my heart.

I sat by Siwon bedside. He was resting peacefully. His fever was finally under control, but he looked exhausted from filming his upcoming drama nonstop and juggling Super Junior's schedule, not to mention the other projects he had taken on. He really worked so hard.

As I got lost in my thoughts, Siwon opened his eyes, a weak smile appearing on his face.

"Noona, I'm still alive."

"What do you mean by that?" I was concerned and confused at the same time.

"You said you'd kill me if I was collapsed."

Relief washed over me at the sight of his smile, and I couldn't help but feel grateful that he was back with me, even if he was still a little weak. "Later! I need you to be healthy to be killed by me," I joked, trying to keep the mood light.

After a moment, he asked, "Where's Leeteuk Hyung?"

I raised my eyebrow. "Why do you ask?"

He sighed, looking a bit guilty, "I felt guilty for ruining his party."

"Excuse me, Sir, is that really what you're worried about right now?" I raised my voice slightly, feeling frustrated by his insistence. "Remember what I said yesterday? This isn't about the party. You've been sick for God knows how long, and you need to take care of yourself first."

I took a deep breath and added, "Besides, it wasn't you who ruined the party. It was me." I stared blankly at the wall.

He reached for my hand, held it gently, and stroked it. "Okay, then. It was on both of us," he chuckled softly.

I stroked his hand back, placing my other hand on top of his, still feeling the heaviness in my heart.

"Wanna talk about yesterday? Or would you rather I handle it with him?" he asked, his tone firm but gentle.

I smiled. Even in his weakened state, his protectiveness never faded. "Just focus on getting healthy first, and we can talk later," I replied, chuckling lightly.

Later in the evening, as Siwon's condition was actually improved overnight, some of the Super Junior member came to visit Siwon. The room were full of laugher.

"You're looking so much better, Siwon-ah!" Said Shindong, patting his shoulder.

Siwon smiled weakly. "Thanks, guys. I appreciate all of you being here."

The mood shifted as Leeteuk walked in, and the members fell silent, sensing the tension. Leeteuk looked quite surprised to see the members here.

Eunhyuk awkwardly cleared his throat. "Uh, we just wanted to check on you, Siwon-ah. Not to... interrupt anything."

Leeteuk shot the members a look, leaving little room for argument. "..and maybe you guys should let him rest."

Before anyone could react, I quickly interjected, keeping my tone firm. "No, it's fine. They can stay." I didn't like the idea of being left alone with Leeteuk—not with everything still unsettled between us.

A brief silence fell as the members glanced at each other, sensing something tense between us. No one seemed to know quite what to say, until Siwon finally stepped in with a quiet chuckle. "Actually, I still need a bit of quiet to rest properly," he said, his gaze moving between Leeteuk and me.