The game continued, where we all decided to drink to make it more funny. And after some fun moments had passed, Matthew spun the bottle again. It landed on a boy named Yeonjun, and it pointed at Lia.
"Truth or dare?" Yeonjun asked the girl across from him.
"Dare!" Lia responded boldly.
"Oh, I have a good one for you!" Yeonjun said with a mischievous smile. "I dare you to take off your t-shirt and stay with only a bra for the rest of the night" He ordered.
Lia took off her top and was now in just a bra. It was an ugly sight, with the other girls cringing at her sight. But they quickly brushed it off and continued the game. Jake spun the bottle, which settled between me and Kiara. She asked, "Truth or dare, Hana?"
"Truth" I replied.
"Have you ever dated anyone before?" she asked curiously, putting her hand on her chin.
"No, I haven't" I answered honestly.
The room fell silent for a few minutes when everyone heard my answer. I could hear Wonbin and Heeseung sighing in relief, as if they were satisfied by my answer.
The game continued with a few more rounds. Yewon and Jungwon were dared to kiss, while Sunghoon urged Sunoo to reveal the first time he and Sunny lost their virginity. Matthew dared Jay to sleep shirtless outside. It was hilarious to see Jay's reaction.
Wonbin asked me politely "Do you need a ride home?" All oh the them started to leave the living room and head to sleep.
Everyone was drunk, including me, but I could see that Heeseung had been following my every move since I entered the room.
When I stood up to take Wonbin's offer of a ride, I was not surprised to see him watching me. I walked over to the sofa and saw Mira sleeping there, looking miserable after having a few drunk rounds.
I heard her say "Tomorrow morning, make sure to call me and let me know if you'll come or miss the trip. The departure will be at 13 pm."
I nodded at Mira and bid her farewell. Upon turning around to grab my bag, I noticed that Lia was clinging to Heeseung. Wonbin immediately took my hand and lead me out of the house. The ride home was serene, and my mind was flooded with thoughts. I hadn't gotten to know Wonbin well enough yet, and I was curious about his relationship with Heeseung.
He broke the lengthy silence, saying "It's the first time I haven't been able to read a human's thoughts".
"It happened all of sudden because even the others faced the same thing. Apparently, there's something baning theme from doing so. It's better since I felt that I was being stalked all the time by everyone..." I explained.
"Why? You have some private thoughts, that won't be shown to anyone" He chuckled.
"As if you don't have ones yourself?" We bursted in laughter.
Fifteen minutes later, Wonbin dropped me off by my house and wished me a goodnight. I entered the house and found my mom sitting on a chair in the dining room. She was signing some paperwork.
"Welcome back my angel" She smiled.
"Hi mom" I smiled back.
"Did you ate dinner?" She asked me while massaging her neck.
"I didn't" I pouted.
"Neither I. Let's go and eat something" She stood up and walked towards the kitchen and started to take the leftovers out of the fridge. I sat by the kitchen island and poured a cup of water since I felt my throat dry.
"So mom, I have something to ask you" I hesitate to start the discussion.
"Just wait a minute, I will put the plates" I heard the ding sound coming from the microwave. Mom put plates on the kitchen island and we started to eat.
"I m listening little one" she signaled me to start.
"Actually mom, Mira and her friends set a camping trip, they told me that they will be having fun, camping in the mountains" I grabbed my fork and started to eat my spaghetti.
"And? Get straight to the point" She spoke.
"I want to go with her tomorrow, will you allow me, mom?" I mumbled.
A few minutes later, the silence filled the whole room.
"It sounds fun, okay" She spoke, breaking the silence.
"Okay?" I mouthed.
"Yes, it's okay you can go" She smiled.
"Thanks mom" I smiled genuinely.
We finished eating our late dinner, mom washed the plates and walked back to sit down. I wanted to scream in happiness.
"So me too, I want to tell you something but since you're going. I will be telling you after the camping" she spoke and patted my shoulder. I bid her a goodnight after we talked a little bit and I went to my room.
I was confused about my mom's weird act, it's weird because I used to spend at least three days to convince her about something. Anyways, I decided to investigate in this matter later.
I did my skincare, and I texted Mira to inform her that I m going with them. I put on my pyjama, then I drifted in slumber.
The next morning:
I spend the whole morning with my grandparents and mom, we ate the breakfast and cleaned the garden together, then we gathered to have afternoon's tea since I m going a few hours later.
I packed my luggage yesterday so I went to my room and got changed, I wore a pair of shorts, a t-shirt with a brown jacket. I tied my hair up in a ponytail then I took my backpack and went downstairs. I bid my mom and grandparents a goodbye then I started to walk into the forest.
When I reached the mansion, everyone was ready they were putting the luggage in the trunks.
"Good afternoon." Wonbin greeted me as he helped the others put their luggage in the cars.
"Good afternoon, Wonbin." I greeted back, a genuine smile spreading across my face.
"You look lovely today," he said, a warm smile on his face as he helped me with my backpack. I watched him with gratitude before my eyes wandered to Heeseung, who was standing in front of his car, engaged in conversation with Jake.
He walked in wearing a plain black T-shirt and brown pants, his hair styled meticulously. I tried to look away, but I just couldn't. When he turned his head around and caught me staring, our eyes met for a brief moment before I turned away, feeling my face flush with embarrassment.
As Ria approached me, I noticed her pink hair in a messy bun, looking cute in her outfit. We exchanged greetings and started talking, and I couldn't help but notice that one of her shoes was untied. However, before I could say anything, Riki came by, kneeled down and tied it for her. She seemed a little embarrassed as Riki stood back up, gave her a smile, and walked away.
Kai leaned down to tie his shoes, and jokingly asked, "Girls, who wants to share a tent with me tonight?" I playfully smacked his head and burst out laughing, then climbed into the car with Wonbin, Sunoo, Sunny, and Jungwon.
The drive to our destination took us approximately four hours, but it was enjoyable due to the entertaining couple in the car. Sunoo and Sunny spent the entire drive cuddling and cracking jokes, creating a light-hearted atmosphere. I stretched my back and rubbed my eyes as I exited the car, feeling the bright sun on my skin. I took a breath of fresh forest air and felt a sense of awe at the breathtaking scenery all around. Each step revealed a new wonder that humbled me. I felt a sense of freedom and independence that I had never experienced before, and my spirits lifted with each passing moment.
We arrived at the top of the mountain and I was struck by the stunning view of the plain below with a turquoise lake in the distance. The sky and greenery all around us were breathtaking, and I couldn't believe we stood on such a high mountain. The lake was surrounded by towering mountains on all sides. The scenery was simply beyond words. "It's breathtaking." I managed to stammer, still trying to take it all in. "It is indeed." Wonbin agreed, standing next to me. We were at a loss for words to do justice to the beauty before our eyes.
The group was already carrying their bags and other equipment when Heeseung spoke up, "Alright, let's get to work. I want to see the tents set up by the time I get back."
"And what will you be doing, dear leader?" I asked, my tone dripping with sarcasm. Heeseung looked at me, seemingly taken aback by my remark.
"I'll bring the firewood." he replied, a sly grin forming on his face.
"Why would we need firewood? We don't need it- ...Damn it, do you want me to accompany you, leader?" Sunghoon chimed in, before Heeseung shot him a death stare, causing the other boy to immediately shut up.
As the guys set up the tents, I helped Mira with her tent before finally sitting down to rest. The sun was high in the sky, casting long shadows across the forest floor. The sounds of rustling leaves and the occasional bird chirp filled the air. And even though I was tired from the day's work, I couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment, knowing that I had accomplished something with the group.
"Why would he bring firewood anyway?" I asked, confused. Mira quickly explained, "It gets cold at night, but in reality, you are the only one who needs warmth because we don't need it at all." My heart skipped a beat at her explanation, and I stood up, brushing the dust off my pants. "Okay Mira, I'll be back later." I said, wanting to at least apologize for my attitude, even though he treated me harshly. We may be opposites, but I'm not cruel like him. She waved me off in the distance, yelling, "Take care and make sure not to get lost in the forest!" I started walking through the trees.
I picked up the pace to catch up with the boys, but they were nowhere to be found. I couldn't help but facepalm myself. They must have moved faster than I thought, considering they were vampires who could travel hundreds of miles in seconds.
Realizing I was lost in the vast forest, I began to feel a sense of anxiety wash over me. But I quickly quelled it, reminding myself that I was capable and could find my way back easily. Besides, it wasn't like there was anything dangerous lurking in the woods, right?
With a deep breath, I began to explore my surroundings and look for any clues that might help me find my way back. I hoped I wouldn't be out here alone for too long, but until then, I was determined to stay calm and use my wits to get me out of the forest safely.
An other person's pov:
As Sunghoon and Heeseung returned to the camping site, the former exclaimed, "Wow, that was fast! We've reached the base camp!" Heeseung had a feeling something was off, so he turned to Mira, who was busy preparing a pot of soup. "Where's Hana?" he asked, knowing she'd likely know the girl's whereabouts.
"She went after you, didn't you see her?" Mira spoke, worry creeping up on her face. Heeseung tried to control his own worry, but it was hard to conceal. "How long has she been gone?" he questioned. "Half an hour." Mira replied, patting his shoulder in an attempt to soothe him. "I'll go find her." he declared, disappearing into the trees. He was confident in his strong senses and ability to track her by scent. Mira nodded her agreement, vowing to keep their absence a secret in order to prevent any panic.
End of the pov.
I had been walking for a while, keeping my spirits high as I tried to navigate out of the vast woods. The sun was just about to set, casting a beautiful mix of golden and orange shades across the sky. Deciding to take a breather, I carefully chose a rock to sit on and checked my surroundings, making sure to keep an eye out for any annoying bugs. As I settled in, I heard the rustling of trees behind me, causing my heart to skip a beat. Hugging my legs for comfort, I anxiously wondered what was hiding in the foliage. I was on the brink of tears, scared of what I might encounter.
A small bird suddenly emerged from behind the trees, startling me. I let out a loud yell, and the bird immediately flew away. A chill settled in the air, and the sky was becoming darker by the minute. A sense of stillness came over the forest, a stark contrast to the chaotic emotions roiling inside of me. I was alone, lost, and afraid.
As I wandered cluelessly in the dense forest, a familiar aroma suddenly filled my nose, bringing me out of my distressed thoughts. I turned around to see Heeseung standing just a few feet away from my spot. I tried to steady my voice as I asked, "Since when have you been here?" But as I spoke, my voice came out cracking, and I realized it sounded more like a cry than a question. I quickly said, "I got startled by a little bird." in an attempt to diffuse the tension, but it only made me sound even more hysterical. It was clear to both of us that I was not doing well at all, and I needed comfort.
As I sank into a full-blown panic attack, I started to ramble, "How could a little bird be so scary?" My words were slurred and my tone was frantic, which only served to deepen my despair. However, to my surprise, a warm hug encircled my entire body, and I felt myself being surrounded by a soothing warmth. My head rested on his chest, and I felt my tears start to flow down my cheeks. It was as if my body had given up on trying to fight back against the tide of emotions coursing through me, and I embraced the gentle hug as if my life depended on it. The scent of his welcoming perfume filled my nostrils, filling me with a sense of calm and safety. As I buried my face in the crook of his neck, I breathed in deeply, reveling in the calming influence of his perfume. His hand caressed my head in an reassuring motion, as if to say, "It's okay, I'm here for you." I felt sheltered and protected, as if nothing in the world could touch me in his embrace.