Chapter 9 - The Flu Hits Home

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As you stood beside the counter, running a hand through your hair, you could faintly hear Hoseok reading to the girls. Hearing his high-pitched voice as he read the story, it made you smile. You were so glad that Hoseok had no problem reading to them. Curiosity got the better of you after a few more minutes, you walked towards the bedroom. The door was opened slightly, allowing you to get a glimpse of Min Ja's bed.

Hoseok was sitting with his back against the wall, book in his hands. Min Ja was sitting beside him, snug under her pink covers. Grinning, she watched as he turned the pages. Hyo Bin was on the other side of him, her eyes mostly closed. She was probably very close to falling asleep as she rested on his chest. Hoseok was beaming as he read the story, Min Ja copying all his wild noises and voices.

"And then, the little girl ran alllllll the way through the forest with the magic jewel." Hoseok beamed, pointing to the little girl on one page. "See? Look.... weeeee." He traced his finger along the trail, and Min Ja stuck her finger out to do the same, giggling as they both made the noise together, quiet enough to not wake Hyo Bin up. "Where's she going?"

"She's going to the castle." Min Ja pointed out. "But I can't tell you why because you have to read it."

"Oh, okay." Hoseok chuckled a bit, turning the page. Resting against the door frame, you watched Hoseok finish the story about a princess who saved the world. Min Ja was getting sleepier and sleepier with every turning page, rubbing her eyes and yawning as she rested against Hoseok to listen to him read it. When he noticed she was getting sleepier, his voices toned down just a bit. "Wow, that was good, huh?" He asked, closing the finished storybook.

"Mhm..." Min Ja nodded, rubbing her eyes.

"Are you tired now?"

"No. You have to read another one." She murmured. Hoseok chuckled.

"Min Ja, it's time to go to sleep. Mr. Hobi read you a story already..." You finally cut in, walking towards the bed. You took Hyo Bin into your arms, not waking her up as she curled into your touch.

"Mr. Hobi?" Min Ja began, yawning as she watched Hoseok get up off the bed. "Can you read more stories soon?"

"Of course, I can." He said cheerfully, watching you set Hyo Bin into her bed and tucking her under the covers. "But it's time to sleep now, alright?"

"Kay..." she pouted, nuzzling under her covers. You walked over, fixing her blankets before planting a small kiss on her forehead. Min Ja's big eyes closed after a few moments, and it wasn't long before the room was filled with only the sounds of faint snoring. Turning to Hoseok, you motioned for him to quietly exit the room, closing the door behind you.

"I appreciate that..." you said softly as the two of you returned to the living room.

"It was fun." He said happily. "But it's been a long day, I'm exhausted." He admitted, letting out an exhausted sighed. "Taking care of two girls for a whole day is crazy."

"Please, tell me more about it." You teased sarcastically, crossing your arms. Hoseok grinned a bit as you led him to the door. He slid on his shoes, grabbed his belongings, and turned to you.

"I hope you had a good time today." He said sweetly.

"I had a lot of fun. I appreciate you taking us out like this."

"Of course. Like I said, I wanted to help de-stress you guys. Did it work?"

"Well, my back still hurts, I'm starting to see double, and I want a drink. So, not much has changed." You replied, a grin forming on your face. "But I did get that amazing video of you being terrified by that snake."

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