One Wish

CHAPTER 10

  We talk a little more with Seven until the other RFA members join us. "The party has been going great, right?" Yoosung asks. Jaehee then says: "Yes everything has been going great. All of the party guests are lovely people." "Rika sure knows which people are good people in this world," notes Jumin. "There are so many people related to arts this time. Did Rika think of me while inviting guests?" says Zen. I guess these parties are really important to him. As we were all talking we hadn't noticed how much time had passed and it was already almost midnight. We suddenly noticed how the party hall was empty and that Rika was seeing the last reminding guests off. She then walked over to us. "Well, how has tonight been to you?" She's so cheerful and happy. We all said that we had a very good time here. "Well, the clock has struck midnight, all the guests are gone which means..." Yoosung then finishes her sentence: "The party was a huge success, right?" "Yes! We got almost 2 times the expected donations this year. The party went well for sure!" We all clap to Rika and she gives us all a big smile. "Well, as of last year, I have to ask if you have time to help us clean up this place?" We all agree and start helping each other out. I realized, that I hadn't taken any snacks that they had ordered. I basically ran to the tables and started trying out whatever was left. I mean, I'm still helping them, right? Helping them clear the plates. Everything tasted so good. This sure was a luxurious party. I never even thought I'd get to be on one of these parties.

As there were alot of us, the cleaning went by pretty fast. Soon we all had finished and started going home. Almost everybody went in different directions. Before I was off, I was stopped by Seven. "Hey, which way are you going?" I show him where I'm headed. "I'm going through here. It's about a 5 minute walk from here. "Oh! Want to go home together?" he asked excitedly, "I can get home from there too." "Too?" "Well I could go with Rika and V, but I want to see you get home safe." That's so sweet of him. "Alright, let's go then," and I smile to him sweetly. We all say goodbye to each other and I start walking with Seven.

We walk in silence until he asks me: "Well~~, did you like the party? Was it worth coming?" "Yes, definitely! I really can't believe I was doubting if I should come." "You were doubting if you should come? Why?" "Well... it was on such short notice so... I..." I trail off. I feel embarrassed for all of those thoughts I had back then. "Ohh, okay. I understand. Why did you change your mind then?" He started walking backwards, so we could talk facing each other. "Oh... Umm.. I don't remember anymore. Guess I just... chose to come...?" Well that was very believable. "Okay~~." "Oh yeah, I wanted to ask you something." I can't believe I forgot about it. "Ask away." "So you said that you haven't seen Saeran for over 6 years, right? Where was he for so long?" "Oh, umm..." he looks down to think about it. "Mmm... He was off at some place I couldn't reach. I'm so happy that he's back now. It's a lot more complicated, but that's a story for another day." Having said that, he stops on his tracks. We've reached my home.

We stand there for a minute. "Umm, do you want to come in or do you need to go?" I ask him. I don't know if it's from me being polite or I just... "I can't. It's a school night, so I have to go to bed early. I also want you to go to bed on time." He then smiles at me. He's right, I should go to sleep too. "Mhm, okay. Goodbye then." I smile back to him. We both don't move from where we stand though. Something is missing. I've never been to a party, so I don't know what do people do when they part. Maybe I should just ask? "H-hey, what do people do when they part after a party? It's my first one so I don't know." He thinks a little then starts walking towards me. "Well. I guess they usually hug each other and say goodbye." As he finishes the sentence, he's right in front of me. I should.. hug him...? I'm sure he can clearly see that I'm blushing and don't know what to do. He then takes my hands and puts them around his waist and he does the same with his arms. I don't know if it's because it's cold outside or not, but Seven is really warm next to me. I like this feeling a lot... After a few moments he lets go of me and I do too. "Heh, good night, MC." "Good night, Seven." We smile at each other and I walk to my door. I turn around and give him a small wave. He waves back at me and starts going to his home.

When I get inside and close my door, as of cliće, I slide down my door, holding my hands on my face. My face feels so hot. That was so awkward, but also so sweet. I rarely hug somebody and I have never hugged a guy before. I... I... Ahh! I can't describe this feeling! I don't know what to do! Maybe I should tell someone? I pull out my phone and look through my contacts. I... I guess Jaehee could help. She probably isn't asleep yet and she would understand. I think. She's a good listener. I dial the number and wait for her to pick up. Soon enough, she does.

"Hello, MC! How are you doing tonight?"

"Umm, can I talk to you a little. Like, girl talk."

"Oh, did you do something with Seven?"

"Well, yeah... B-but nothing like that, hehe"

"You sound very different, than on the party. Tell me what happened."

I tell Jaehee the whole story and the whole time she listens very carefully.

"Haha, I feel like I talked to much. Sorry if it was boring."

"No, not at all. I'm very glad you told me. I've always thought how Seven would approach women."

"W-what? N-no, it's nothing like that! We just hugged and that's all! I just called because I felt weird after doing it. Guess I'm just not used to it or... Aghh I don't know!"

"You know what? How about you rest for tonight. It's a school night, but you'll feel better on the morning."

"O-okay, I will."

"Oh! I think somebody is online in the messenger. Did Seven make you an account?"

"Oh yeah, he did."

"Well then, I'll go and see if somebody is online. You should also join the chatroom!"

"Okay! I'll see you there then! Good bye!"

"Good bye!"

Haah... I feel a pit better after talking to her. Alright, RFA Messenger, how did I do it? After looking around for a pit, I find the button "join the current chatroom." Let's give it a go then.

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