Will I ever see you again? [Changmin POV]
A/N: I think I've written this chapter in 2021 but forgot to upload here. So, here I am, copying the entry from my account in asianfanfics. haha. I want to continue writing but I don't know how. I think the last time I've written short story entries was in 2021. Let's see if I can dig in some emotions here to actually continue writing. And not just write but to write with a heart. I hope you enjoy this story. It's not that good but yeah. This is the 4th chapter.
If you want to read the first chapter, GO HERE.
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"Mom, I'm here". I said loudly, as soon as I opened the cafe door. There were few people inside the cafe and all of them looked at me after I said those words. I ignored their stares and immediately went to the kitchen. I saw my mom and she immediately came to me and leaned for a kiss. A group of female crew was staring at me, so I hesitated but still kissed my mom. I heard some giggles on the side but I just ignored them and said this to my mom. "Yes, mom, I love you, ok? so what do you want me to do here?", in a sarcastic tone.
She pointed her fingers towards some boxes and said this. "Get those boxes. It is time for an inventory. I'm so thankful I have a reliable son like you.", I heard her say. I told her that she does not need to tell that because if I don't obey her orders, I would not be able to eat her delicious dishes. She lightly punched me on my stomache while saying this. "So, you better get these all done before dinner. Bring these boxes to Keiko and help her with the inventory", she ordered. "Yes, ma'am", giving a salute. The girls laughed, then I smiled. My mom ordered them to go back to their respective stations while I went outside and looked for Keiko.
I saw Keiko in the cashier, taking orders when a familiar face surprised me. The girl I was looking for was there, next in line in front of the cashier. When it was her turn to order, her lips formed into a beautiful smile. It looks like she knows Keiko well. She ordered a cafe latte coffee and asked Keiko what time will her off be. Keiko said in an hour. The girl told Keiko that she would wait for her in the bookstore so that they could come home together. They bid goodbye, then I suddenly had an idea.
Keiko has been working for my mom's cafe for a year now. I know her well and she is nice. She is a hardworking student and we pretty much get along well. She is the only person in this cafe aside from my mom who does not stare at me and does not giggle on the side whenever I am there so I am comfortable with her. I carried the boxes on her area and told her that I will help her with the inventory.
As we started with the inventory, I asked her who was the girl she was talking with. She told me her name is Rika and she is her room mate and her very best friend in the world. A bright smile suddenly formed in my lips that I think she got a hint.
"Wait, you like my friend, huh?", she asked teasingly. "Your smile says it all, dude. You like Rika. How did you know her? Do you have classes together?", she asked continuously.
"Whoah whoah whoah. So many questions already.", I answered, I still can't get this smile out of my face.
"Is it too obvious that I like her?", I asked.
"Dude, you're smiling like an idiot. How can I not notice? You don't smile like that.", she pointed out.
"It's just that I was looking all over for her and I am just so glad I finally found her.", I answered, still smiling like a fool.
I told her my story. I am just so happy I found her that I asked her if it is possible if I meet her. She immediately said no. She said she is protective of her so she wanted first to make sure that my intentions are clean.
"What do you want me to do?", I asked.
"Simple. Prove how much you like her and that you would never hurt her.", she said.
"You have three chances to do it but she must not know that it is you.", she continued.
"Ow-- kay", I replied, thinking about how to do it.
"If you are able to make her smile, that's a plus point!", she advised me.
"Let's see how this Mr. Changmin will do. Will he be able to make our Rika smile? Let's know it soon. Haha", she said, teasing me.
"Of course I will.", I said, but I am nervous inside. I just saw her twice. How am I gonna know what she likes? Oh. The only thing I know is that she loves to read books. That's all. Oh man. How will I do well?
"You look not so confident. Do you want a hint?", she offered.
"Will you give me a hint?", I asked her in return.
"Sure, if you give me two sets of the most expensive dinner set here for Rika and I's dinner tonight.", she demanded.
"Okay. But make sure to give me a hint, okay?", I confirmed her.
"Of course. I'll tell you tomorrow", she assured.
"Okay. Get two sets and I'll take care of it", I told her.
I heard my mom called my name as she went out of the kitchen. She told Keiko to do the closing. She thanked me for today and said that Keiko will do the rest. She grabbed my arm and said that we are going home. I said goodbye to Keiko and told her this.
"Don't forget to tell me tomorrow, alright? I'll be here.", I said as my mom pulled my arm towards the cafe door. I saw that she signaled okay then we went home.
As soon as we arrived home, I saw my dad bringing out a cake then my mom suddenly sang a happy birthday. I was surprised that today is indeed my birthday. So memorable that I got to see her again today, on my special day. We ate the cake, ate dinner then I thanked both of my parents for remembering my birthday. I went to my room and lie down on my bed, my hands laying above my head near the bed's head board. I imagined her smiling and waving at me. I wish she would do that. I kept on replaying her smile, her actions that I saw today. And even if I kept on imagining it, I would always love to see that precious smile on her face.
"I want to meet you soon, Rika. You don't know how much you made me happy today. You made my birthday special.", I said it outloud, closed my eyes and imagined our meetup. After minutes of seeing her in my thougts, I fell asleep.
A/N: That's the original name of the Characters. Sorry if the names sound more Japanese. I couldn't think of a Korean name close to the original names. Hoho. I hope you enjoyed this entry. Im excited for Keiko's dare to Changmin to show Rika how much he likes her. Hihi.
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