"Guys, welcome to Tagaytay City's Picnic Grove!" I announced as soon as everyone stepped out of the van. Everyone is inspecting the place. Oh, they haven't seen the beauty of it yet. I looked at the puzzled look on their faces. They might be thinking as to what we are doing in this place.

"The temperature's lower here, it isn't as hot as Manila," Baekhyun commented. "There are also a lot of trees. I like it here, it's peaceful," Chanyeol followed.

I smiled at their comments. "Yeah, Sandy and I come here often to relax, to escape the stress," I said and Sandy nodded.

"Yeah. Most of the time she calls me at 9pm just to go here with her," Sandy told them.

"What's this place called again?" Xiumin asked.

Sandy looked at him. "Tagaytay City," she replied and Xiumin smiled.

I looked at the boys. The stress and exhaustion is evident in their faces. I felt sad about their situation, so I am determined to make them stress free today. They should feel free once in a while. Enjoy their freedom. My face lit up and without notice, I dragged the people nearest to me; Sehun and Lay. "Let's goooo!" I shouted excitedly.

 

11 of us stood in front of the harness station.

"Who wants to go first?" I announced and as I looked at them, they are all looking at the people currently zipping fast to the next station. I saw Baekhyun gulp.

"Me!" Xiumin shouted excitedly with his right hand raised. As expected from the eldest. A child-at-heart eldest. I looked at the others, no one's volunteering.

"Only Xiumin?" I asked. Then Chen suddenly raised his hand. "Okay so Chen and Xiumin will be the first to ride this one." I announced.

The others looked nervous. "Don't worry guys, the view from above will be all worth it, it isn't scary," Sandy encouraged the others. She then accompanied Xiumin and Chen to the harnessing station, and also talked to the staff there. I turned to look at the remaining boys.

"Guys, you look so nervous," I stated while looking at them. "It isn't scary, I've tried it many times and believe me, it'll be worth it," I encouraged.

Sehun raised his hand. "I want to go next," he said. "But I want to go with you," he continued then went beside me. I smiled at him.

"Ya, are you trying to steal my fan girl?" Chanyeol protested. "I'm going with her," he announced.

"But I said it first," Sehun defended. 

"Ya you two, instead of debating, why don't you ask Aimi who she wants to go with," as expected, Suho, the peacemaker interrupted the growing tension. They all turned their heads toward me. I somehow feel pressured.

I remembered something. "I can go with the both of you."

The two protested, while the others just smirked. "Nice decision, Aimi," Kai replied and raised his hand up for a high five. I gladly gave him one. "That'll shut them up," Suho gave me a proud smile.

"Wait, the three of them can go together?" Innocent Lay suddenly asked.

I looked at him then smiled. "Yes, though the person in the middle will get squished," I responded.

"That would be you," Kai jokingly replied. "Unfortunately," I responded.

Sehun kept pouting, while Chanyeol are just giving him glares. Wow, so much for being older than me. They act like kids. Then I heard Chen scream. We all turned towards the two, who are now hanging face down, getting ready to be "Superman." Sandy walked towards us, and turned to the two men hanging to watch them zip down to the other side.

The operator shouted that it's going, and I immediately translated it to the two. "He said it's going." Then their screams can be heard, as they come swooping down the cable.

"Should we really ride this?" Baekhyun nervously asked, after watching Chen and Xiumin.

"Of course hyung. Are you scared?" Kai answered mockingly. Baekhyun turned to me then his expression changed from anxious to determined, then responded to Kai's mockery, "I'm not."

The second Xiumin and Chen stepped down from the platform, Baekhyun hurriedly rushed to the harness station while dragging Lay with him. "We're next!" Baekhyun shouted. "I'm not yet ready!" Lay shouted in protest.

"You are now," Baekhyun answered back then told the man-in-charge in broken english, "Please put that. My turn," while pointing at the harnesses. Lay just sighed in defeat and let the other man assist him in wearing the safety gear.

"Well that was unexpected," Kai blurted out all of a sudden, still looking at the two.

"Your mockery provoked him, that's why," Suho stated, also looking at the two.

I looked away, and decided to interview the two who just finished. "So, how was it?" I said, looking at Chen and Xiumin.

Xiumin looked like he'll burst of happiness. Chen looked like he's going to puke. "It was fun!! The view is so nice, I actually wanted to take a picture," he excitingly narrated. "Chen kept on shouting and he looks really horrified," he continued as he turned his head to face Chen, who's standing beside him.

Chen looked at him sternly in the eyes, "Ya, at least I enjoyed the view," he defended.

His statement earned a grin from Xiumin. "You did but you almost damaged my hearing," he complained.

Chen glared at the latter. "Almost is never enough," he stated.

Xiumin and I looked at him in shock. "Did you just quote a song?" I exclaimed.

"I just did," Chen replied and crossed his arms. But then he turned to face me. "I enjoyed it, even though it's quite scary. Thanks for bringing us here, Sandy."

I smiled at him. "It's great that you did. I hope next time you come here, if there will be, you'd be less scared," I replied.

"I doubt that," he replied with a chuckle then turned to the platform, where Baekhyun and Lay is getting ready to be launched. Baek looks so nervous, and his tough act earlier clearly replaced by fear. I just hope everything goes well, and I do hope Lay's ears are ready for Baekhyun's continuous shrieking.

True enough, he started to bombard statements. "Waaaaah. Oh my god. What do I do? It's really high. Waaaaah. What do I do? Please."

Lay being Lay, he patted Baekhyun at the back, and from what I see, told him reassuring words. The operator informed that they'll be going, which made Baekhyun panic some more. "Oh my god. Save me!" he shouted, as they were released. Lay also shouted, but in glee as they went zipping through the cables. When they can no longer be seen, I turned to look at the boys, who were all about to tear up due to excessive laughing.

Soon enough, the two finished their turn and is now walking towards us, with Lay helping Baekhyun walk, because as the latter said to him before, "My legs are jelly and I don't think I can walk." Lay led Baekhyun to the nearest bench and let him rest there.

"So, who's next?"

Next thing I knew, I'm being squished by the twin towers while hanging face down.

 

"I've never though you'd both be this heavy. I can't breathe!" I complained to the both of them as I tried to move and find a better position. Both of them muttered apologies even though all of us know that we can't do anything about it. I just grunted and think of positive things, like how my idols are this close squishing to me. When we are all ready to be released, Chanyeol suddenly took my hand and held it into his. I felt the heat rush to my face.

Sehun noticed it and without hesitation, grabbed my left hand. Chanyeol glared at the younger. "If you can hold her hand, then I can too." Sehun spat.

Seeing the both of them like that, I immediately forced my hands off of theirs. "Who told the both of you that you can hold my hand?" I snapped. It's the right thing to do, since both of them are getting clingy, and because Sehun ruined my moment with Chanyeol.

The operator signalled that we're going to be released, and then we went zipping through the cables, seeing the gorgeous view of Tagaytay, and the twin towers shouting, "Waaah, so beautiful!!!"

 

After our turn, the others followed, Kai and D.O. went next, which sent me and Sandy squealing after the both of them left, shouting KaiSoo, that made the members laugh and look weirdly at us. We shrugged them off and just went spazzing over one of our OTPs, without Kai and D.O. knowing. After them, Suho and Sandy are next, who are the last pair. Sandy told me how an angel Suho is. We've always known that Suho is nice, but his actions towards her made Sandy admire him even more. Being the gentleman that he is, he assisted and helped Sandy in the way he can. And when they're about to be released into the open, Suho apologized at Sandy, saying that he's sorry that he's stuck with him, and not with Xiumin. Sandy was shocked at what he said, but she told him reassuring words, which she didn't tell me what, and Suho's mood lifted up after that. "He's really an angel, Aimi," Sandy said, while looking at Suho who's keeping the boys in order.

 

Everything is going well. We're currently at the overlooking area, admiring the beauty of Tagaytay's nature. It's really peaceful and the temperature's cool. Everyone is loving it here.

But the happiness was cut off with what their manager told them.

"Boys, we need to head to Seoul now."

All heads turned to him, including Sandy and I. The boys will be leaving already? I felt myself tearing up.

"Already? I thought we're leaving tonight?" Suho calmly asked, as the leader, and as he is the only one calm enough to ask about the situation they're in right now.

"You are invited to a show tomorrow, all of you still needs to rehearse," their manager said.

Sandy and I stared at them, still not accepting the situation. "Can't we rehearse tomorrow morning? We already know what to do," Suho debated.

Their manager just sighed. "It can't be helped, boys. It's the boss' orders." With that statement, nine of them sighed in defeat. Their manager turned to us. "Sorry, Aimi and Sandy," he said.

I found the voice to speak up. "Could they at least eat lunch with us?" I asked, hopeful.

He checked his watch. "Maybe we could. We still have 4 hours." I nodded and smiled.

I turned to the boys and unintentionally gave them a sad smile. "At least we get to eat lunch together, right? Let's go!" I excitedly shouted, but the sadness is visible in my voice.

 

 

Lunch was unusually quiet. Although I could see that they're enjoying their meal, but it can't help that they're going to depart after that. 

I decided to speak up. "Guys, why are you so sad? It isn't the end of the world."

They all looked at me with sad eyes. "But we're leaving earlier than expected," Sehun sadly replied.

"Why are you so sad? In other countries, you also got to leave, even earlier than this," I stated.

"It's our first time meeting and being friends with international fans. And even though you and Sandy are fans, we never felt that we're idols, we felt like we were normal young adults, enjoying our freedom," D.O. said, which shocked me because he haven't been speaking. I am touched because that's what he felt being with us.

Everyone nodded in agreement. "If it's possible, we don't want to leave," Xiumin said, staring into Sandy's eyes.

"We can't help it," Sandy responded. "But do you want to remember this day filled with sadness? Let's just enjoy it while it lasts," she continued.

We nodded and one by one, their smiles returned. "So, who wants dessert?"

 

 

To say the "ride back to the hotel is really noisy" is an understatement. I can't even express in words how happy today is. The seating arrangement was changed, with me seating in the front with the twin towers on my side. They can't really get enough of me. I mentally laughed. The second row has Xiumin, Sandy and Suho, Lay in it. The last row has Chen Baekhyun, D.O. and Kai, which Sandy and I fought hard not to flail and take pictures of them to broadcast the whole EXO-L community how the KaiSoo ship is sailing today. Between the ride home, Sehun slept on my shoulder, and when Chanyeol saw him, he immediately held my hand. I looked at him with a "what are you doing?" face with me probably blushing, but he just sheepishly smiled and held my hand even tighter.

 

 

Farewells are the saddest yet the most memorable moments. Anything coud happen during farewells, mostly unexpected scenarios.

We arrived at the airport just in time for them to check-in. Since their flight home is unexpected, the fans might not have received the news that they're leaving, so there are no fans in the airport, except for us. It's hard saying goodbye, because I know that this time, there's only a little possible that I get to see them again. Sandy haven't kept her tears and just let it freely flowing from her eyes, which every member who hugged her kept wiping her tears. When it was Xiumin's turn to hug her, she cried even more. She hugged him so tight and so long. I tried to fight back my tears, as I hugged the members and bid farewell.

I hugged Lay, Chen, Kyungsoo, Kai, and Xiumin, giving them good luck and take care messages. Baekhyun is next and hugged him goodbye. "I just want you to know how much I ship you and Chanyeol," I confessed. Baekhyun laughed and I followed.

We broke the hug and looked at each other. "I expected that already, I mean, you being Chanyeol's fan. Any fan of us is mostly a ChanBaek shipper," he stated.

I nodded in agreement. "Well, I'll be keeping an eye on the both of you, make sure you satisfy me," I joked.

"You'll see," he winked.

I laughed again at his cheekiness. "Take care Baek!"

"You too."

Suho then went towards me and we hugged. I looked at him as we broke the hug. "Thank you for being such a great leader, Suho," I stated. "But also remember to take care of yourself."

Suho showed his angelic smile. "Of course I will. Take care too, and thank you, Aimi."

Then Sehun came barging in our conversation. "It's my turn now!" he shouted.

"Well, it's the maknae's turn now, good luck with him," Suho joked as he went to the others.

Sehun immediately hugged me. "I'm going to miss you Mimi!" he exclaimed as he hugged me tighter.

I smiled. "I'm gonna miss you too, Sese oppa. But I'll be seeing you on the internet though," I joked.

"That's unfair! I want to see you too! Let me follow you on Instagram!" he shouted as we broke the hug.

I snorted. "I don't want to receive hate messages."

Sehun frowned and realized that I will indeed be hated, mostly by immature fans. "Let me at least have your username."

He brought out his phone and handed it to me. I typed in my username and it immediately showed my profile. "Don't stalk me too much," I teased.

"I won't guarantee you that," he mused. He then hugged me again. "Take care Mimi. I hope I'll see you again."

I hugged him back. "I will. You too, don't overwork yourself. If I'll see you again, I want to see you healthy, okay?" I told him, as if he's younger than me. He nodded and went to the other.

It's Chanyeol's turn now. I nervously fidgeted my fingers as we stood in front of each other.

"Where did my confident fan girl go?" he suddenly asked, teasing.

My anxiety dispersed immediately at his statement. "I'm still here."

He smiled. "Can I get a hug now?"

I went towards him and gave him a tight hug. He held me into his arms the way I want to be held. My heart is beating like crazy and I feel butterflies in my tummy. "Ya, Chanyeol, just because I'm your fan girl doesn't mean I'll let you take advantage of me." I teased, letting out the emotions I'm feeling right now.

I heard him chuckle in between our hug. His deep voice recording in my mind. "I know you're liking this," he teased.

"I know you are too," I teased back. "I also know you're gonna miss me."

He chuckled. "I know you will too," he replied honestly. We broke the hug and looked at each other.

"So, this is it," I said.

"You talk like we won't see each other again," he mused.

"We will, but that'll take a long time," I replied.

"I know. That's why I want to keep in touch." Then he took something from his pocket. He held it out in front of me. It's a G-Clef phone charm. He held his hand out. "Your phone," he stated.

I gave him my phone and he swiftly put the charm. It's beautiful. He unlocked my phone and typed in something then gave it back to me. "Check it when we already left," he said then hugged me for the last time. I still haven't found the words to say so I just hugged him back. "Take care Aimi, I hope I'll see you soon," he whispered in my ear.

I think my heart's doing somersaults right now. "You too Chanyeolie. Make sure to update your Instagram. I'd definitely want to see you often."

"I'll take note of that," he said and broke our hug once again. He leaned over me to kiss me on my forehead, then he left to go to the others. My heart is definitely going to leap out of my chest right now.

 

 

We bid our last farewell as they disappear into the airport. I turned to Sandy and hugged her tight. We may have just met them in person a few days ago, it felt like we've all known each other for eternity. I felt a bond that I've never felt before towards someone. I wish that wouldn't forget us, especially Sehun and Chanyeol, whom I've gone really close with, these past few days. I smiled. This is definitely an experience I wouldn't forget.

 

 

We're on our way home, then I remembered that Chanyeol had typed something on my phone. Surprisingly, there was a note on my phone's screen.

Hi Aimi.

I hope you've follow my words as you read this message. I know you did.

These past few days have been the best. The others and I truly appreciated your hospitality, your kindness and how you treated us like friends. In behalf of them, I am truly grateful for you and Sandy. Thank you for supporting us, and choosing me as your bias. I know it may look like I'm taking advantage of you being my fan, but it's not because I just want to express myself, because in a span of 4 days, I've come to like you.

I'll definitely miss you. I hope to see you soon. And I mean it when I said we should keep in touch. Here's my number, 010-xxxx-xxxx and that's connected to my Kakao and Line accounts. I trust that you'll keep my number private. Message me whenever.

P.S. I hope you like the phone charm. I have the same one at home.

Chanyeol xx

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A/N:

WELL, HERE'S A LONG CHAPTER FOR YOU GUYS TO MAKE IT UP FOR THE DAYS I'VE BEEN GONE

The boys came back. And a lot of things are happening and changing. All of them have been more handsome than before, Baek and Sehun wrecking my bias list and there are tons of CHANBAEK MOMENTS to spazz in. IDK ANYMORE GUYS. My feels are just---- oh god idk anymore. I hope you're coping up with everything as much as I am. Cos I surely am trying hard to keep my sanity with me. HAHAHAHAHA

I'm making a oneshot guys, it's about OC x Chanyeol x Baek <3 hahahahaha here's the link: Two Sides of the Same Coin

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