The unscripted scenario

Alone at Last

Suddenly, the bus came to an abrupt halt, causing Amaia to lose her balance and stumble toward Bada, who caught her. Bada gave her a sly look and teased, "If you wanted another hug, all you had to do was ask." Amaia blushed deeply, but Bada didn't let her go entirely, leaving her hand on Amaia's waist. She couldn't help but be amazed by how instantly the connection they had was back between them, somewhere between caring and teasing, and Bada was reminded once more of how much she had missed the girl.

She kept her hand to guide her out of the bus onto the park's entrance where she had planned to have some breakfast. The spot she had in mind was a quiet clearing that offered a breathtaking view of Seoul's rolling hills. Amaia's shoulders relaxed, and she looked around in awe.

"Bada, this is amazing! Thank you so much," Amaia said, her gratitude shining in her eyes.

Bada grinned, her heart feeling lighter than ever. "Well, I remembered you saying you sometimes feel a bit claustrophobic, so I thought I'd show you another side of Seoul."

Amaia was momentarily lost for words, her appreciation evident

"And, of course, I came prepared," Bada added with smile. She spread out a colorful blanket on the grass and began unpacking fresh fruits, pastries, and a thermos of hot coffee.

Amaia felt like she was dreaming. Bada had done this for her ? She looked at the girl who somehow seem anxious despite pulling out the best date Amaia ever went on.

Amaia settled down on the blanket, gently patting the spot next to her for Bada to join her. Bada hesitated for a moment before taking a seat. Amaia leaned on her shoulder "Bada, this is incredible. You've gone all out. I love it really, I'm impressed."

A wave of relief washed over Bada, and she responded with a small smile. "I've been thinking all week on what I could do, it's not much but I thought you'd like it"

"It's perfect really" Amaia said.

As the conversation started to flow, Amaia went into all the mishaps that had happened to her crew back in New Zealand "This mission was tough on us, and I did feel a bit homesick, moving around everywhere like this. Kirsten Latrice and Ling knew the place by heart and were home. Audrey had her boyfriend on the phone every night. I felt a bit out of place".

Bada smiled warmly at Amaia. "Well, at least you're back here now," she said, gently caressing Amaia's cheek. Bada couldn't help but feel a warm flutter in her chest as she looked into Amaia's eyes. "I've missed you," she admitted, her voice soft and sincere. "The moment I left after our bubble tea last week, I was already missing you."

Amaia mirrored her smile. "Well look what a week of distance can do to someone ?" she chuckled before putting on a serious face 'I'm kidding, but I've missed you too."

To ease a bit the tension, Bada started to prepare a plate of food for Amaia, handfeeding her some strawberries.

"Humm this is my favorite fruit ever" moaned Amaia. If Bada gulped for a second, she did not let it show, sipping on her coffee.

"What do you have plan for the weekend" Amaia's voice interrupted Bada's thoughts, who were taking a rather interesting turn.

"I have to teach a class late in the afternoon actually!"

"Oh my god really ? That's so cool !" Amaia said enthusiastic "I'd love to take one of your classes someday"

Bada's demeanor shifted slightly, and she hesitated for a moment. "I'd love that as well ! It's just that... I'm not entirely comfortable with the whole fame thing and people following me yet, especially during the show. "