Knew You Were Trouble | KAZUJIN

Extra Chapter 5

(a/n: this one might be a little longer)

The soft glow of Christmas lights twinkled across the apartment, the festive warmth of the season filling every corner. The faint smell of cinnamon and pine lingered in the air, mixing with the scent of freshly baked cookies. The living room was covered in wrapping paper, ribbons, and half-unwrapped presents scattered across the floor. It was Christmas morning, and the atmosphere was filled with the kind of magic only this holiday could bring.

In the bedroom, Kazuha and Yunjin lay tangled in the sheets, wrapped in the warmth of each other's arms. Their peaceful sleep was broken by the unmistakable sound of tiny feet stomping across the floor, followed by an excited voice.

"Mommy! Mommy! Wake up!" Matthew's voice pierced through the quiet morning, full of energy as he jumped up and down beside the bed.

Matthew, now six years old, had inherited his mother's boundless energy and curiosity. His messy hair was a testament to his uncontainable excitement, and his eyes shone with the kind of joy only children on Christmas morning could have.

Behind him, his little sister Eunchae, at four years old, was not far behind. She was smaller, but equally enthusiastic, bouncing on her toes and clutching a stuffed bear in her arms. Her face was alight with the kind of innocent joy only the youngest in the family could feel, and her small hands reached up to tug at Kazuha's blankets.

"Mommy, wake up!" Eunchae giggled, her voice high-pitched with excitement. "Santa came!"

Kazuha groaned softly, pulling the blanket tighter around her shoulders. "It's too early, sweetie..." She tried to hide the smile creeping onto her face as she cracked an eye open, glancing at Yunjin, who was still half asleep beside her.

Yunjin, her hair messy and her face still soft with sleep, shifted slightly before pulling Eunchae up onto the bed beside her. "Alright, alright," she muttered, her voice thick with sleep, but the happiness in her eyes was clear. "Santa came, huh?"

Matthew nodded eagerly, his eyes practically glowing with excitement. "We got presents!" he squealed, jumping up and down on the bed like a little ball of energy.

Kazuha gave Yunjin a look, her heart already melting at the sight of their kids so full of life. "You can't be serious," she teased, half-smiling as she tried to sit up, but the kids kept bouncing on the bed, not allowing her to get far.

Yunjin rubbed her face, sitting up with a groan. "I guess we better get up, then. You know they won't let us sleep."

"Mommy! Presents!" Matthew practically shouted, his small hands tugging at the covers.

With a small laugh, Kazuha finally gave in, lifting herself out of the bed. Yunjin followed, her arms wrapping around Kazuha's waist as they made their way toward the living room, the kids trailing excitedly behind them.

The living room was a whirlwind of color and excitement. The Christmas tree, adorned with twinkling lights and ornaments, stood proudly in the corner. The stockings hung with care, some sagging under the weight of small gifts and treats. The fireplace crackled, casting a soft glow on the scene, and a pile of presents sat under the tree, each one carefully wrapped, waiting to be torn open.

Matthew and Eunchae dove straight into the pile of presents, each one eager to find their name tag, to pull at the wrapping paper and see what was hidden inside. Laughter filled the room as they opened toys, books, and little trinkets, their faces lighting up with each new surprise.

Yunjin and Kazuha stood by the tree, exchanging a smile, their hearts full as they watched their children. Kazuha took Yunjin's hand, giving it a gentle squeeze, her eyes glistening with emotion.