Ring.

Ring.

Ring.

Kyungsoo just lets his phone keep ringing. He doesn't want to answer. He knows that it’s Chanyeol — he always knows — and he just lets his phone keep ringing. It’s probably already the 200th missed call, and he won't be surprised if it’s more, since Kyungsoo has skipped school for 3 days. He lost all his will to study, to learn, to meet him. Everyday, he keeps himself trapped in his room, mourning his fate, wondering why fate loved to play games with his feelings. Is it fun? Is It funny? All he knows is that he can't stand it.

He finally is unable to cry anymore. Kyungsoo thinks that maybe his tear ducts have given out and are almost empty. Chanyeol has such a massive effect on his life, even larger than the bullies have. He would rather be bullied than feel whatever he is feeling right now. Emptiness, regret, hate, love.

He spots a tiny stuffed animal under his pillow. It’s his Rilakkuma.

"Kyung Mi-ssi."

"Yes, Channie?"

"I wanna give you something." Chanyeol hid both of his hands behind his back.

"What is it?" Kyungsoo was curious. He tried to peek at what was behind him.

"This." Chanyeol handed him one of his Rilakkuma dolls.

"Oh my gosh, it’s so cute! Why're you giving this to me?" Kyungsoo took it and rubbed its head.

"I have another one. They come in pairs, so I’m giving you this so you can remember me everyday. I have one, and you have one. Whenever you miss me, just imagine that it’s me and hug it really tight, and I'll do the same." Chanyeol smiled and embraced his Rilakkuma.

"That’s so sweet!" Kyungsoo also hugged his precious present.

"Take care of it like you take care of me. These Rilakkumas are very special in my life."

"If it’s so special in your life, why are you giving this to me?"

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