Understanding Simple (Chanyeol X Reader)

Chapter 34

Ha Na checks her watch, "Oh geez, it's really late. I better be getting home, I have to work tomorrow..." 

"Of course, I should get home too," I say. She begins to gather her things when I decide it's now or never. 

"Ha Na, would you say that we're friends now?" I ask shyly. 

"Well, yeah...I guess so. Why?" she says kindly. 

"So...I have a really forward question. I'm getting married next week, and I was wondering if you would like to be one of my bridesmaids?" I ask. 

"Oh, wow. Yeah, that would be awesome. As long as you're okay with it, I know that we don't really know each other," she points out. 

"I know, but...can you keep a secret?" I ask. 

"(y/n), I am a counselor, I keep more secrets than should be possible," she says seriously. 

I get closer, muttering, "I am marrying Park Chanyeol." 

Her eyes widen, a hand flying over her mouth, "you're kidding me right? That's awesome!" 

"Yeah, and I was just really stressed, because I have my best friend as a bridesmaid and Chanyeol's sister, and then Red Velvet-" 

She cuts me off, "-Red Velvet are your bridesmaids?" 

I chuckle, "yes."

"Sorry, I just got a little excited, please continue," Ha Na says, regaining her composure. 

"But that means that I needed one more bridesmaid, and I don't have any cousins or sisters, or other friends so I had to find someone else. I decided to find another friend, and that's when I saw you, and thought you looked like a good person," I explain. 

"Well, I am honored that you chose me. Not just because I get to be in the wedding, but because I don't have many friends either, so I'm glad I met you," she says warmly. 

I hug her, feeling so loved, "thank you so much. Also, I know that you won't tell anyone, but please don't tell anyone. We want this to be private," I say. 

"My lips are sealed!" she repeats, smiling. 

time skip because I'm very tired and sleep deprived...

Everything is finally coming together. It is the day before the wedding, and I don't think I have ever felt so refreshed. 

These past few weeks have been a whirl wind, and I have had so many experiences. I think I've gained more people skills in these last weeks than I have in my entire life. Chanyeol should be arriving in an hour, and I couldn't be more excited. 

I've missed him so much that it hurts. Although, I am a little bit nervous. I mean, after what I've gone through, that is a reasonable emotion to be feeling. I know that Chanyeol wouldn't hurt me on purpose, yet there is always that voice in the back of my mind telling me to run while I still have a chance. 

I'm dressed in a short, white, long-sleeved dress that (b/f/n) bought for me to where at rehearsal and the dinner. I am so thankful that Chanyeol's family took the dinner under their responsibilities. The ceremony is going to be at a church.

When I was younger, I went here, before my family went all down hill. It is a little awkward and weird to be in my childhood church, though I know it is the right thing to do. And coincidentally, Yoido Full Gospel church is right by the reception venue. 

All of the girls have already arrived at the church, all dressed in beautifully colored dresses. They see me, all talking fast about the wedding and hugging me. 

I spot Ha Na, and give her a hug, "so, do you like all the girls?" 

"They are so kind, I feel right at home! And the bridesmaid dresses you got are gorgeous! This is going to be perfect!" she expresses. 

"Thank you, Ha Na. I'm just glad that you accept my offer," I say giving her a hug. 

We all make it into the sanctuary, waiting for the rest of the party to arrive. I look at my phone, checking the time. They should be here any mome-

I hear the doors open, and all of EXO flood into the room. I search the large crowd as everyone greets each other. Over top of the heads, I spot the tallest one at the back. I push through all of the people, happy tears welling up in my eyes. 

I break through the last of the crowd and see Chanyeol. His eyes land on my and his mouth grows into a large smile. He runs to me, lifting me into his arms, kissing all over my face. 

"I missed you so much," I say as he puts me back to the ground. 

"I've missed you more than you can imagine," he mutters, leaning in closer to kiss me.