Chapter 1: A Fresh Start

It's been about 6 months after the RFA party, you had promised to be by her side by opening a coffee shop together. Jaehee never even believed that she would be able to open her own coffee shop one day but you're the one who gave her that burst of courage to do so. You're the one that helped her clenched her fists to breakthrough every hard obstacle that came upon her way. You're the one that always puts that very special smile each time she sees your texts. And when she hears your voice and words of encouragement, you're the only one that can make her feel happy again.

And now let the story between these two love birds unfold.

It was a sunny day, you and Jaehee was sitting close to each other at a small wooden table inside the kitchen. They were planning on new recipes to include at their own menu for tomorrow's grand coffee shop opening. Jaehee was so pumped, she literally wouldn't stop talking.

Jaehee: How about this MC…

Jaehee: I wanted you to be the first person to try it

She handed you a cup of vanilla flavored coffee brewed with the coffee making machine Zen gave her. Zen wouldn't have thought of it as a gift if it wasn't for you.

MC: Mmm…yum

MC: It's delicious Jaehee, this should definitely go on our menu for tomorrow

Jaehee: Really?

Her face was turning into a pinkish red as she twirled her long brown hair. She shifted her gaze slightly below the surface of the table. She really loved it when you compliment her on her works. And she'd never wanted to hear a compliment as much from anyone but you.

MC: Yes Jaehee ^^

You placed your hand on her shoulder while giving her a lukewarm smile.

Jaehee: I-I'm really happy you liked my recipe MC. And to be honest, I'm actually quite nervous about creating new recipes for our menu.

MC: Don't be nervous Jaehee, I'll always support you

MC: And you need to have more confidence in yourself and our menu too

Jaehee: Thank you ^^

Jaehee: I'm just scared that no one would like our recipe…that's all

MC: They don't know what's coffee if they don't like it!

You puffed out your cheeks as you grunted with a small and playful tantrum. Your expression was so adorable Jaehee couldn't help herself but to gently pinch your cheeks with a giggle. You blushed heavily as you felt her gentle fingers nimble across the sides of your cheek.

Jaehee: Aww, don't be like that. The customers are important so let's just give it our all for our recipe

Jaehee: And I feel…more energized than before

Jaehee: Thank you for your words of encouragement MC ^^

"I-Its nothing, by the way let's continue on planning for our menu" you changed the subject forcefully due to shyness overload. Jaehee nodded with a smile.

The girls went on and on to plan the preparations for the coffee shop. Everything finally went smoothly after hours and hours of failed suggestions and finding out what recipes would please their customers more. It was a tough evening, but the two girls managed to get through it by supporting each other mentally and physically. And by the time they've finally realized, it's nighttime already.

Jaehee: (yawns)… What time is it MC?

MC: (yawns)… Oh, it's just 8:30pm

Jaehee: WHAT! 8:30pm!

Jaehee: omg, I need to cook dinner asap

Jaehee: Why don't you take a bath first MC, I'll call you as soon as I finished making dinner.

MC: But I wanna cook dinner with you Jaehee~

You gave her a puppy dog look to her eyes while clinging on to her shirt. She denied it a few times at first, implying that it won't work no matter how hard you tried. But finally she gave in to your innocent looks and allowed you to cook dinner with her.

After cooking for a while and playing with the tempura batter by rubbing it off at each other's faces. Dinner is finally served. The two girls took their seats on the small little table and started to dine on their meals.

Jaehee: MC, say aaah~

MC: Aaaah~

Jaehee dipped the tempura shrimp into some light soy sauce and gently feeds it to MC's mouth.

MC: Mmm it's so good

Jaehee: Really?

MC: Yes, because you're the one that feeded it to me ^^

Jaehee: Thank you ^^

MC: And Jaehee…

MC: Say aaah~

Jaehee: Aaaah~

You fed her back with a tempura shrimp dipped with light soy sauce as well.

MC: How does it taste Jaehee?

Jaehee: It's so good because…it's from you

She gave you a gentle smile. The both of you took turns feeding each other the meals that they've prepared. They had a nice dinner that night. Warmth and love was filling the atmosphere and around the table.

After dinner, they went upstairs and took turns taking their baths. They changed into their pyjamas and was preparing themselves for bed. Because they've got a big day for tomorrow.

MC: Jaehee…can I sleep together with you?

Jaehee: O-Of course you can MC

Jaehee: I think the bed is large enough for the both of us

The girls slept with their bodies close to each other. you can smell the lavender scent of her pyjamas and felt her body heat resonating with yours. You hugged her from behind for a gentle cuddle while you roll your face on her clothing.

MC: Jaehee, I wanna stay like this with you forever…

Jaehee: Me too MC

Jaehee: As best friends forever ^^

Jaehee suddenly felt a jolt of guilt as she said that. Because she's still having trouble expressing her emotions to you even after the RFA party. She's been afraid that you would go away once she tells you how she really felt about you. This was a lingering problem ever since she fell in love with you during the days while she was still under slave labor from Jumin. You were the very first one she'd ever develop feelings for. You were the very first one to make her to chase the dream that she'd always wanted. And because you were a woman, she said she'd keep it slow and one step at a time. But up until now, she's still harboring these types of hostile feelings again and again.

Your heart broke into a million pieces. You thought that all the moments of fluff and playing with each other meant that you have her already. It all became clear now. Despite everything, she still sees you as a friend. But deep down inside, you really want her as a lover…not a friend. Small droplets of tears began dripping out of your eyes, but you stayed strong and kept them in. You wouldn't want to spoil the atmosphere since tomorrow is the 1st annual opening of the coffee shop. The 1st annual opening of Jaehee's dream.

MC: Jaehee, can I ask you something?

Jaehee: Sure MC, you can ask me anything you want

MC: did you came up with a name for the vanilla flavored coffee you brewed this morning?

Jaehee: Oh, I'm actually still thinking what name would suit it better.

Jaehee: Do you have any suggestions MC?

….

Jaehee: MC?

You fell asleep. You've been helping her from morning until night. You didn't want her to be tired so you've done most of the paperwork for the coffee shop while she's not around. Jaehee saw you sleeping so peacefully and innocent. She gently stroked your long brown hair with her fingers while slowly rubbing her thumb through your cheeks. You can barely open up your eyes at this point. All you can feel is someone touching you. And that gave you a very warm feeling inside. Almost like how a mother would care for a child.

"I really hope I would have the confidence to tell you my feelings one day" she thought to herself. She smiled and gave you a little kiss at your cheeks.

Jaehee: Goodnight MC, sweet dreams