MIRA:
The snow falls smoothly like it's dancing with the wind.
The surroundings were already covered with its white flakes that slowly piling up on the ground as it falls from the sky.
We were on this coffee shop. Our most favorite hangout area when we supposed to roam around the city.
We ordered our favorite coffee, the caramel latte.
"Its been a while Sehunnie. I miss having a coffee with you." I uttered as I stare outside the glass window watching the snow.
"Hmmm..." he hummed.
I averted my gaze at him and stare at his gorgeous face.
Wow! We've been together for a long time but I never knew that staring at him closely almost melts my heart, like it almost skip a beat.
No wonder why girls were always after him. He has this look that would capture every fan girls heart. He's so stunningly handsome.
"Mira..are you okay? Is there something wrong with my face?" he asked me as he wave his hands in front of my face.
I slap his hands and glared at him.
"I was just so attached to your attractive face. Well, I realize you're getting more handsome as we grow old Sehunnie. I envy your girlfriends." I said then pouted.
He almost choke as he heard those words from me. I on the other hand suddenly face palm myself as I realize what I had said.
Wow, looks like I'm confessing here huh?
"Oh! don't get me wrong! I'm just....Ugh!"
I drop my head on the table cursing myself for this humiliating moment that I'm in.
He laughs at me and poked my head but I didn't budge, still my head were glued into the table.
"Mira..don't be shy. I know you have a crush on me since then. It's not a crime so don't worry that much okay?" he cooed and let out a throaty laugh.
"Shut up!" I shot back and glared at him.
"Sorry." he said then cover his mouth to ceased himself from laughing. I glared at him as I sip my coffee.
"By the way. I'll show you something later." he said then smirk at me.
"Just make sure I won't get mad or else I'll kill you." I warned and raised a brow.
"Oh no! I'm so scared." he cooed and act like a scaredy cat.
I punch him on his shoulder causing him to yelp in pain.
"Yah! You're such a saddist Mira!" he whined. I spit my tongue out of him and resume drinking my coffee.
"Aish...." he cursed under his breath as he glared at me.
"But seriously, even once, did you find me attractive Mira?" he asked as he stare at me with sencirity twinkled on his eyes, still holding his right shoulder whom I hit earlier.
I was a bit surprise of his sudden question but I think somehow he captures a bit part of my heart with his undeniable charm.
"What are you talking about?Aish..." I said then compose myself trying not to look uneasy. Seriously, I hate this kind of situation.
"Aish..just answer me. Its not a big deal! So what if you find me attractive? Would that turn into love? Consider this as my fan evaluation, arraseo?" he said in a matter of fact tone with his signature smirk plastered on his face.
"Aish! Fan your face!" I shot back. He chuckled.
"But seriously, do you find me attractive now?" he asked with that expression whom I knew is a serious one.
Did I find him attractive?
Well, maybe due to the absence of Luhan. But it didn't get into the fact that I love him already.
But yeah, I've been debating with my mind these days. So, maybe yes.
I shyly nodded as a response. A smile crept on his face and he held my hand.
"Thank you for this day Mira. I know I can't just replace him in your heart but I hope somehow, I could fill in a small space that he left and later make it a whole again." he seriously uttered.
I was surprised by this but I know this one is true and he is the only one who could help me all this time. I smile and give his hand a tight squeeze.
"I hope so Sehun. Coz every time I think about him the scar that he left always pains me like it slowly kills me to death. And I wish you'll be the one to cure it and make me whole again." I said then a tear escape from my eye.
He reach for my cheek and gently wipe those tears away.
"You'll forget him soon. I promise. Smile Mira..okay?" he cheered the put a soft kiss on top of my knuckles.
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After an hour of chatting and having our favorite coffee, we headed to the park were we used to hangout before.
We stop at his favorite bubble tea shop and order our favorite flavor, the chocolate. We seated on the bench under the cherry blossom tree.
The playground were covered with snow from it's nonstop fall earlier. Indeed, the winter is really here.
I enjoy this season since I love cold weather. I prefer it than sweating much on summer days.
My eyes trailed on the trees and some nearby bench. I'm looking for something, and yeah, I found it.
"Sehun, Do you remember that tree?" I said pointing the tree on the far edge of the park.
He creased his brows as if deeply thinking. The moment after he smiled and nodded.
"Yeah! Let's play! The first who will reach the tree will have a chance to request anything he or she wants. Would that sounds good?" he asked with a playful smirk plastered on his face.
"Sounds fun!" I said giddily.
"Then lets get started!" he shouted and run fast leaving me behind.
I run as fast as I could but like the old times, I always loose since this kid has long legs than me.
"I won!" he self-celebrated the moment he reach the tree.
"Of course you do. You're faster than me remember?" I said in a matter of fact.
"So..... what's your request?" I asked between my pants.
"Save it for some other time. I don't have a wish right now since I have the things that I wished for a long time." he give me a look then smiled.
"Ohhh...O-Okay?" I said shyly since I knew what he's talking about.
"Mira. I want to give this to you." he said then handed me the small box.
"What is it?" I asked.
"You can use it to defeat the enemy. As your protector I cared for you a lot and I don't want you to loose this battle." he said and smiled at me.
I open the small wooden box and it revealed a butterfly ring filled with colorfull gems on top.
"Wow! It's really beautiful!" I said in awe.
"It's not just a simple ring. It's a special ring for a special girl like you." he said and grab the thing out of my hand as he slid it through my finger.
"Remember not to loose this one or else i'll kill you." he warned and smiled playfully.
"Aish..I'd rather give it back that loose my life!" I pouted and attempts to shove him away but he tightened his grip on my hand and continue dealing with the ring on my finger.
After that, he brought my hand and kiss my knuckles which his mischievous grin came after.
"So sweet huh?" I retorted.
"Of course. Princess must be treated this nicely...and special as always." he said then winked.
I yank my arm away and turn my back on him. I think he got alarmed by that since he came rush in front of me after.
"Mira. Did I do something wrong?" he asked.
I drop my head low and heaved a sigh before facing him.
"I don't know if I'm doing the right thing Sehun. Seriously, I want to quit, but a part of me is yelling no. I don't know what to do..I feel worthless and miserable thinking that I leave you behind, the key holders and especially those people in our kingdom." I said and freely escape the tears who threatened to spill out.
Sehun grab my hand, giving it a light squeeze as he eyed me with sympathy.
"Please don't say that. I know you left the troupe, us, behind. But your in this state were you can't figure out things perfectly. We can't force you to be the perfect princess we wanted. We want you to accept the responsibility with willingness and bravery in your heart." he brought a hand and cupped my cheek as he continue. "..I don't want you to force yourself and get hurt in the end Mira. I love you this much and I can't take seeing you, feeling burdened by the responsibility of protecting us. Live your life as you wanted for now. Forget about the wolves, the kingdom. Don't worry, I'll handle everything and I promise you..I won't fail you."
"Thank you so much Sehun. Thank you for understanding." I said and pull him into a tight hug.
"Anything for you princess. Remember this..I am your protector..I won't let you get hurt. I love you so much." he whispered and tightened the hug which I feel my back slowly getting wet.
Is he crying?
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