The place reeked of alcohol and solemn hearts. Soft jazz played through the speakers, simply adding to the atmosphere. The sky had darkened to its deepest shade of black, and the stars beamed. It was way too late to be out, at least for anyone else who weren't basking in their own mistakes.
"You okay?"
Nayeon kept her gaze to her glass, half filled with liquor. Her finger traced the rim, other hand supporting her head which was aching and hazy. Her slumped figure didn't get any straighter, she just sighed.
"Hard night?"
Nayeon finally lifted her gaze and caught sight of the awaiting barista, rag in hand, temporarily pausing wiping down the counters.
"You have no idea, Hyo."
Jihyo continued wiping, with an audible tsk.
"Don't tell me you broke the poor girls heart," She paused, shaking her head, "again."
"It's not like it was in my intentions. It just happened-"
"Nayeon, she put her all into this relationship. She trusted you."
"I know! I know.. I-I just don't know what to do. She left me, I think for good this time. I didn't know it would hurt this bad." Nayeon let out, drinking what was left in her glass in one gulp. She huffed, looking at the now empty glass, her reflection staring back at her. Mocking her.
You'll never be good enough.
"I need another one."
Jihyo put the rag down, tilting her head. "Nayeon, we closed half an hour ago. Look around, it's just us."
"Oh, I'm sorry."
Jihyo sighed, loosening her tie and walking around the counter. She put a hand on Nayeon's shoulder.
"I really loved her." Nayeon's voice quivered, but she continued, "Why do I always have to fuck everything up?"
"Nayeon, look at me." She said pulling the older girl into a hug, holding her close.
"It's going to be alright. If it hurts that much, then she's worth fighting for. I'm telling you this, stop wallowing in your own pity. If you truly loved her, then get off your ass and go find her. Tell her how much you love her, make her stay. If that doesn't work, then it just wasn't meant to be, darling. But no matter what, I'll be there. There for you, no matter what happens. Okay?"
Nayeon sniffled, swallowing her fear, "okay."
Jihyo have a smile and a pat on the butt, "Well don't just stand there, go get her."
