At night
You stirred awake from your coma, the dim light filtering through the hospital room cast soft shadows across the walls. You blinked groggily, trying to orient yourself to your surroundings.
Glancing across the room, you spotted Chaeyoung slumbering peacefully in the chair beside your bed, her form bathed in the gentle glow of the moonlight.
A small smile tugged at the corners of your lips as you watched her sleeping form, grateful for her unwavering presence by your side.
Despite the darkness of the room, her presence seemed to cast a warm, comforting light, easing the ache in your heart and filling you with a sense of peace.
Turning onto your side, you adjusted your position so that you were facing Chaeyoung fully, taking in the gentle rise and fall of her chest as she slept.
In the quiet of the room, you could hear the steady rhythm of her breathing, a soothing lullaby that calmed the storm of thoughts swirling in your mind.
Feeling a wave of exhaustion wash over you, you closed your eyes and allowed yourself to drift back into slumber, content in the knowledge that Chaeyoung was there, watching over you with unwavering devotion.
Time skip
When the first light of dawn filtered through the hospital room, Chaeyoung stirred from her slumber, blinking away the remnants of sleep.
Her gaze immediately fell upon you, lying peacefully in the hospital bed.
Relief flooded through her as she noted your steady breathing and the faint rise and fall of your chest.
But as she looked closer, she noticed something different about your sleeping position. Your body was turned towards her, facing her fully, a small smile playing on your lips.
For a moment, Chaeyoung's heart skipped a beat, a rush of emotions flooding her chest as she realized what it meant.
With a gasp, she sprang from her chair, her heart racing with a mixture of disbelief and joy.
Rushing to your side, she reached out to touch you, her hands trembling with excitement.
"Y/N!" she exclaimed, her voice filled with elation as she wrapped her arms around you in a tight embrace.
But as she hugged you, she noticed something odd about your response. Your body tensed slightly, and when she pulled back to look at you, she saw a mischievous glint in your eyes.
"Y/N?" she repeated, her voice laced with confusion as she searched your face for any sign of recognition.
You met her gaze with a playful smirk, pretending to struggle to remember her.
"Sorry, do I know you?" you teased, your lips twitching with suppressed laughter as you watched Chaeyoung's expression morph from confusion to disbelief.
Her eyes widened in shock, and she shook her head in disbelief.
"You're kidding, right?" she exclaimed, a mixture of amusement and disbelief coloring her tone as she realized you were teasing her.
You couldn't hold back your laughter any longer, and you burst into giggles, the sound filling the room with warmth and joy.
"Gotcha!" you exclaimed, reaching out to pull her into another embrace, laughter bubbling between you.
Relief washed over Chaeyoung as she realized you were just teasing her, and she laughed along with you, her heart swelling with love and gratitude.
"You're such a brat," she teased, playfully slapping your arm as she leaned in to press a kiss to your lips.
You rubbed your shoulder with an exaggerated pout, Chaeyoung couldn't help but chuckle at your playful antics.
"Oh, stop being such a baby," she teased, her voice laced with affection as she lightly slapped your shoulder again.
You winced theatrically, feigning injury as you continued to rub the affected area. "Ouch! That hurt," you protested, shooting her a mock glare before breaking into a grin.
Chaeyoung rolled her eyes playfully, unable to suppress her laughter at your over-the-top reaction.
"Please, you're the one who scared me half to death just now," she retorted, her tone teasing yet filled with relief.
You couldn't help but laugh at her response, the tension of the past weeks melting away in the warmth of your shared laughter.
"Sorry, couldn't resist," you admitted, offering her an apologetic smile as you reached out to squeeze her hand.
Chaeyoung shook her head fondly, her eyes softening as she looked at you. "Well, I suppose I can forgive you this time," she teased, a playful glint in her eyes as she leaned in to press a gentle kiss to your cheek.
You put on your best serious expression, trying to maintain the façade of amnesia as you looked at Chaeyoung with feigned confusion.
"Seriously though, what happened? Why am I here?" you asked, your voice tinged with genuine concern.
Chaeyoung studied your face intently, searching for any sign of deception. "Are you serious right now?" she questioned, her eyebrows furrowing in disbelief. "You really don't remember?"
You shook your head slowly, your expression remaining earnest as you met her gaze.
"I'm not kidding, Chaeyoung. I honestly have no idea what's going on," you insisted, trying to keep a straight face despite the urge to laugh.
Chaeyoung's disbelief turned into a mixture of amusement and exasperation as she realized you were indeed playing a prank on her.
"You're unbelievable, you know that?" she exclaimed, shaking her head incredulously. "You had me worried sick, and now you're pretending you have amnesia?"
You couldn't help but grin at her reaction, the playful sparkle returning to your eyes as you leaned back in your bed.
"Hey, I had to make sure you were paying attention," you teased, reaching out to lightly poke her side.
Chaeyoung rolled her eyes playfully, but there was a hint of relief in her expression as she leaned in closer to you.
"Well, congratulations, you succeeded," she admitted, a fond smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "But next time, maybe choose a less heart-stopping way to get my attention, okay?"
"Why? Isn't it so funny seeing your face like that?" you asked, unable to contain your amusement as you pinched Chaeyoung's cheek gently, a warm smile spreading across your face.
Her cheeks flushed slightly at the affectionate gesture, but her eyes sparkled with fondness as she met your gaze.
"Because you're absolutely ridiculous," she replied, her voice laced with playful affection.
You chuckled at her response, feeling a rush of warmth in your chest at her words.
Leaning in closer, you placed a tender kiss on her cheek before pulling back slightly to meet her eyes.
"I'm glad you find me amusing," you teased, sticking out your tongue playfully.
Chaeyoung's expression softened as she returned your smile, her hand reaching up to gently caress your cheek.
"You always know how to make me laugh," she admitted, her voice softening with sincerity. "And I wouldn't want it any other way.."
With a playful grin, you leaned in close to Chaeyoung's ear, pretending to whisper something as your lips brushed against her earlobe and letting out a soft moan.
Her breath hitched at the unexpected sound, and she let out a soft gasp, her cheeks flushing slightly.
"Y/N L/N!" she murmured, her voice a mixture of surprise and amusement as she turned to look at you, a playful glint in her eyes.
You couldn't help but chuckle at her reaction, a mischievous twinkle in your own eyes as you leaned back slightly, a satisfied smile playing on your lips.
"Just making sure you're paying attention.. again.." you teased, enjoying the playful banter between the two of you.
Chaeyoung rolled her eyes affectionately at your antics, but a fond smile tugged at the corners of her lips.
"You certainly have a unique way of keeping me on my toes," she replied, her tone warm with affection.
"Oopsie!" You shrugged. You settled back against the pillows, a comfortable silence descended between you, filled with the gentle hum of contentment and the soft rustle of sheets.
Big time skip
When you finally entered your home, a wave of relief washed over you at the familiar surroundings.
However, your attention was quickly drawn to the sight of Daewon sitting in the living room with Sana, engrossed in drawing.
"Y/N eomma!" Daewon's joyful exclamation filled the room, and before you could fully process her words, she rushed towards you, wrapping her arms around you in a tight hug.
The sudden movement caused a slight twinge of pain where you had been shot, but you ignored it, focusing instead on the overwhelming warmth of Daewon's embrace.
You returned the hug, lifting Daewon up into your arms with a mixture of surprise and disbelief.
"Daewon, sweetheart, did you just call me eomma?" you asked, your voice filled with astonishment as you held her close.
Daewon nodded enthusiastically, her eyes shining with excitement. "Yes, eomma! You're like my mommy now!" she exclaimed, her words punctuated by a wide grin.
A rush of emotion flooded through you at Daewon's words, and you felt tears prickling at the corners of your eyes.
Never in your wildest dreams had you imagined that you would become a mother figure to Daewon, but now, in this moment, it felt like the most natural thing in the world.
Sana smiled warmly at the heartwarming scene unfolding before her. "It looks like you've made quite an impression on her," she remarked, her voice soft with affection.
You nodded, feeling overwhelmed with gratitude and love. "I never expected this," you admitted, your voice trembling slightly with emotion. "But I couldn't be happier."
As you settled Daewon down and joined Sana in the living room, you couldn't shake the feeling of curiosity about Chaeyoung's whereabouts.
"By the way, do you know where Chaeyoung is?" you asked, unable to contain your curiosity.
Sana feigned innocence, her expression carefully neutral. "Oh, I'm not sure. She didn't say where she was going," she replied, her words lacking conviction.
You raised an eyebrow, sensing that Sana was hiding something from you. "Come on, Sana. I know you know something. Spill it," you insisted, a playful grin tugging at the corners of your lips.
Sana couldn't suppress a mischievous smile as she relented, unable to keep the secret any longer.
"Okay, fine. Chaeyoung asked me to keep it a surprise, but she's been planning something special for your homecoming," she confessed, her eyes sparkling with excitement.
Your heart skipped a beat at Sana's words, a rush of anticipation coursing through you.
"A surprise?" you echoed, unable to contain your curiosity. "What kind of surprise?"
Sana grinned, enjoying the moment of suspense. "Well, she didn't tell me all the details, but knowing Chaeyoung, it's bound to be something unforgettable," she replied cryptically.
A mixture of excitement and curiosity bubbled up inside you as you eagerly awaited Chaeyoung's return.
Whatever surprise she had in store, you knew it would be a testament to her thoughtfulness and love for you.