Tiffany still couldn’t believe her eyes as she stared at Jessica sitting beside her on the couch while Yuri was at the kitchen preparing snack for their visitor.

“Since when did you arrive Jess? Why didn’t you tell me earlier? I could have picked you up at the airport.”

“If I told you I’m coming, then it wouldn’t be a surprise would it?” Jessica grinned proudly of how her surprise visit went out.

“I really didn’t expect you to visit. You were too busy lately I could hardly reach you online.” Tiffany stared at her best friend still in disbelief.

Jessica chuckled and patted her best friend’s hand. “I know. Sorry. I got kind of busy trying to work on some papers for the upcoming school year. I had to finish everything earlier so that I’ll be able to spend a few days of vacation here before the classes begin.”

Tiffany nodded in understanding. “Did you come here alone? How’s Krystal?”

“Yep. Soojung is doing fine. She’s been running errands for mom because I’m here so she’s left with no choice.” Jessica grinned.

“Poor kid.” Tiffany shook her head and also grinned at the thought of a grumpy Krystal running errands.

“So….” Jessica lowered her voice and turned her head to the kitchen where they could see Yuri preparing their food.

Tiffany followed the girl’s line of sight and couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow. “So…. what?”

“How’s it going with Yuri? She’s way prettier in person than on pictures. And not to mention, very appealing.” A smirk made its way unto Jessica’s lips as she winked at Tiffany.

“Shhhhh! She might hear you!” Tiffany scooted closer and covered Jessica’s mouth with her hand.

Jessica swatted away her best friend’s hand and grinned widely.

“She’s not going to hear anything! I’m keeping my voice down!” Jessica hissed, a smirk never leaving her face.

“There is nothing going on between us! And yes she’s way hotter in person. Pictures don’t do her any justice.” Tiffany hissed back. Her cheeks starting to wear a hue of pink.

“Here’s your snack Jessica-ssi.” Yuri placed the tray of food on the center table as she interrupted the two with her arrival.

“Don’t be too formal Yuri. You’re Soo’s cousin and Tiff’s roommate so you’re not a stranger anymore. And besides we’re of the same age so it’s fine. You don’t mind if I talk informal to you right?” Jessica flashed her most charming smile as she faced Yuri. On her peripheral view she could see Tiffany raising an eyebrow.

“Oh. I don’t mind. I prefer it that way actually. Please feel comfortable to address me informally.” Yuri also smiled as she sat on a chair across from them.

“Really? That’s good to hear then. So how is it rooming with my best friend, Yuri?” Jessica’s eyes never left Yuri.

Yuri’s gaze met Tiffany’s who was sitting just beside Jessica. “Uhhh….Well… She’s grumpy.” A smile escaped Yuri’s lips as she shifted back her eyes to Jessica.

“Yah!” Tiffany shot Yuri a glare.

Jessica chuckled and gave Tiffany a quick I’m-liking-her look before turning back to Yuri.

Tiffany could only mentally curse her best friend for the things she’s doing and saying while Yuri is clueless sitting in front of them.

“Don’t mind her Yuri. Go on.” Jessica was obviously enjoying teasing Tiffany and the honest and clueless Yuri.

“She leaves the TV on whenever she’s alone just to have some noise going on around the apartment. She leaves all the lights the whole night when she’s home alone. She’s such a chicken.” Yuri chuckled as she gave Tiffany a quick glance.

Tiffany couldn’t help but feel her cheeks starting to warm up again. She didn’t know Yuri noticed such things about her.

“She doesn’t cook.”

“Okay skip that one. I also don’t cook.” Jessica immediately added.

Yuri burst out laughing after hearing such remark. The thought of Jessica and Tiffany together in a room while both girls couldn’t cook would be such a disaster.

“Yah!” Both Tiffany and Jessica threw Yuri a death glare which immediately shut the girl off.

Woah. So that’s the infamous LA death glare. Yuri mentally took note.

“What would you like for dinner? I’ll cook for both of you.” Yuri couldn’t help but smile as she tried to escape the deathly glares from the two girls.

“You talk with Tiff while I sleep. I’m tired. By the way, are you taking my old room?” Jessica yawned.

Yuri hesitantly nodded. She wasn’t too sure though if she was taking Jessica’s old room or Tiffany switched rooms after.

“Yuri is using your old room.” Tiffany answered after seeing the confused Yuri.

“Oh. Yuri, would you mind if Tiff sleeps with you in your room or you sleep with her in her room?” Jessica nonchalantly asked.

“WHAT?!” Tiffany couldn’t believe her ears. An eye battle going on between her and Jessica.

“H—huh?” Yuri was clearly at a loss of what is happening.

“Well, Tiff here doesn’t like sharing a bed with me because she says I sleep like a washing machine. And she couldn’t sleep. So it’s either, she shares a bed with you while I’m here or you and I share a bed. But I think the latter would be too uncomfortable for you because we just met. What do you think Yuri-ah?”

Yuri could only nod in understanding. Sharing a bed with Jessica would really be uncomfortable given that they’ve just met. And besides, she and Tiffany have shared a bed already so it’s no big deal anymore. Does it?

Tiffany swore if only she could go berserk right there and then, she would do so. She would skin her best friend from head to toe. She suddenly regretted having Jessica around. She was hell of a sure her wicked friend is doing all these things INTENTIONALLY.

“If it’s fine with Fany, I don’t mind sharing a bed with her.” Yuri carefully stated.

Tiffany bit her tongue to avoid herself from squealing. She would be sharing a bed with Yuri. Again. The HUGGER Yuri.

“It’s fine. I don’t mind.” Tiffany maintained a straight face and steadied her voice. She then immediately stood up and excused herself to the CR. She didn’t want Yuri to see her burning cheeks. Nor would she want to see Jessica’s smug face. I’m going to kill you Jung Sooyeon.

***

Tiffany was praying to all the heavens that her face would stop from burning and her heart would subside from beating loudly. She was resting on the bed’s headboard while Yuri was still out of the room. She kept on flipping pages of the book she was reading though in reality, she wasn’t understanding a single word. Her mind was busy cursing Jessica for giving her such fate. While another part of her was busy trying to contain the fluttery feeling she’s having as her mind tries to picture out scenarios of how she might wake up each morning as she shares a bed with the hugger Yuri.

Tiffany was halfway on the book she was “reading” when the bedroom door opened and came in Yuri.

“Hi~” Yuri greeted as she saw Tiffany sitting on the bed with a book in hand.

“Hello~” Tiffany’s grip on the book tightened as she saw Yuri entering the room and nearing the bed.

“I thought you’re already asleep. You went in early.”

“Oh. Jessi had to rest so I left her alone. Why are you still up?”

“Ah. Just had some files emailed to Soo for a group project.” Yuri shrugged as she walked closer to the bed. She could feel her heart racing as she watched the bedside lamp illuminate Tiffany’s features. Her roommate is undoubtedly beautiful, not to mention the strawberry scent she would always recognize whenever the girl is near. God she’s so pretty even with dim light.

Tiffany steadied her breathing as she felt the mattress shift when Yuri settled beside her on the bed. Her mind completely lost from the book she was “reading”. Tiffany fought the urge to close her eyes and enjoy the vanilla scent which filled her nostrils. It was Yuri’s distinct body scent which Tiffany liked every time she would wake up on the girl’s arms. Get a hold of yourself Hwang Miyoung! Don’t be such a creep!

“You also read Carmilla?”

“H—huh?” Tiffany was interrupted from her trail of thoughts when she heard Yuri speak.

Yuri pointed at the book Tiffany was holding. “Carmilla.”

“Oh. Right. Yeah. A friend suggested this book. You’ve read it?”

“Yup. A friend also suggested it. I didn’t think you’d also read such stuff.”

“What do you mean?” Tiffany mentally smacked herself for being clueless about the book she was reading.

“You know, classical stuff.”

“Ah. Did you like the book?”

“Yes. It’s somehow amusing to know that it was written way before Dracula. A feministic book around that early. Impressive. The book has been made into a web series now.”

“Oh. Actually, in a way I can somehow relate to Carmilla.” Tiffany stupidly chuckled as she tried to think of ways to change the topic. If Yuri continues to ask about the book then she’s doomed. She clearly has no idea what the book was about thanks to her best friend for setting her up on the room with Yuri and thanks to her wandering mind for not focusing on the book she was reading.

Tiffany saw Yuri staring at her blankly. Why is she looking at me like that? Did I say something wrong? Damn it. What the hell is this Carmilla about?

“Would you like some glass of milk?” Tiffany placed the book on the bedside table and immediately hopped out of the bed. She must get out of the room fast and check the synopsis of the book she was reading.

“Wait let me make the glass of milk just continue on with what you’re rea-----”

Tiffany heard a loud thud. When she looked back she saw Yuri sprawled on the floor, face down.

Yuri groaned as she fell on the floor. She was too in a hurry of getting out of bed that her leg caught up with the blanket causing her to trip over.

“Ohmygahd! Are you alright?” Tiffany immediately came in beside Yuri and helped her up.

“Yeah. I’m fine.” Yuri grinned stupidly as Tiffany helped her up.

“Does it hurt anywhere?” Tiffany’s face was just inches away that Yuri couldn’t help but just stare at her roommate whose arms was still supporting her back.

“…….”

“Yuri? Does it hurt anywhere? Did you hurt your head?”

“H---huh? Oh. No. I’m fine.” Yuri chuckled trying to hide the embarrassment for staring at her roommate.

“You sure?”

Yuri nodded and gave Tiffany a thumbs up.

“Okay just stay here. I’ll get you a glass of milk too.” Tiffany then dashed towards the bedroom door and left.

When Tiffany reached the kitchen she immediately prepared two glasses of milk. After getting them ready, she then took out her phone and typed in “Carmilla” on the search engine.

After a few minutes of reading some articles about the book, Tiffany felt her cheeks burning again as she cursed her friend who introduced the book to her.

--- Carmilla is one of the early works of vampire fiction. It is about a vampire who fell in love with the girl she was supposed to offer to her mother vampire....

In short, Carmilla is a lesbian vampire. And the web series now is about how the mortal female roommate fell for her vampire roommate Carmilla.

Ohmygahhhd. So that’s why she said she didn’t expect me to read such things. Is it? But she’s also read the book. She’s even updated now about the web series. Is she hinting something or does she feel that I’m hinting something? And the blank stare on her face when I told her I could somehow relate to Carmilla….. Ohmygahd. You and your big mouth Hwang Miyoung!

Tiffany bit her lip as she realized her statement back at Yuri’s room.

*

After taking in a couple of deep breaths, Tiffany slowly turned the doorknob and entered Yuri’s room carrying two glasses of milk.

Yuri immediately stood up and met Tiffany across the room helping her with the glass of milk.

“Thank you.” Yuri smiled as she took her glass.

“Sure.” Tiffany tried to calm herself. She has to make herself clear regarding her earlier statement.

After settling herself on her side of the bed, Tiffany cleared . “Uhherm…”

“Uh… About my previous statement… Uhh… About that I can relate to Carmilla… I meant that you know, I can somehow relate to her being rebellious and stubborn. Something like that.” Tiffany awkwardly chuckled as she tried to sip her glass of milk while avoiding eye contact from Yuri. On her peripheral she could see Yuri staring at her for a moment.

“Oh. Then I guess I could also relate to Carmilla. Rebellious and stubborn.” Yuri stated as she also sipped her glass of milk.

An awkward silence filled the two as they continue to drink their glass of milk.

After moments of silence, Tiffany saw Yuri walk over to the study table to get the girl’s laptop. She silently observed the girl as she settled back in bed and turned it on.

“Are you sleepy already?”

Tiffany was caught off guard at the girl’s inquiry. “H—huh?”

“I’ll be watching Love, Rosie. Would you like to join me?”

“Oh. Okay. Sure.”

“Great.” Yuri beamed a smile and moved towards the center of the bed resting her back on the headboard.

Tiffany could feel her heart racing again as she moved alongside Yuri. She intentionally kept a few inches distance from the girl as to avoid skin contact but to her surprise, Yuri moved and closed their gap. Now their arms are touching each other.

Get a hold of yourself Hwang Miyoung. Stay calm. Tiffany kept on chanting on her head as she tried to focus on the movie. She didn’t want to sound like a creep but Yuri’s scent was filling her nostrils. And she liked it. It was another thing that she liked about Yuri. The girl smelled really nice.

*

Yuri was engrossed watching the movie when suddenly she felt something heavy on her right shoulder. When she glanced to her side she saw Tiffany sleeping soundly while resting her head on her shoulder.

Such a sleepy head. A smile crept unto Yuri’s lips as she watched the sleeping girl beside her. She slowly took the empty glass from the Tiffany’s hold and carefully placed it on the bedside table.

A few minutes have passed but Yuri couldn’t concentrate on the movie that she was watching. She couldn’t help but constantly glance at the sleeping girl on her shoulder. Her hand suspended midair as she stopped herself from fixing Tiffany’s hair and touching the girl’s face. Stop. Kwon Yuri. Don’t.

*

When Tiffany woke up she noticed the dark lit room. I must have fallen asleep.
She was about to reach for the lamp on the bedside table when she felt arms around her waist securing her into a tight hug. She bit her lower lip as she felt the heat on her cheeks creeping in. Without glancing at the person hugging her from behind, she knew who it was.
You're such a hugger Kwon Yuri.
A smile escaped Tiffany's lips as she snuggled closer and closed her eyes ready to get back to sleep.

***

When Tiffany woke up she noticed the empty space beside her. She groggily reached for her phone and checked the time, it was already past 10am. It may be a weekend but she being on the dram club still has stuff to do for the upcoming closing of spring play.
Tiffany groaned and pushed herself up from bed. But a smile slowly made its way unto her lips as she watched Yuri's Mickey Mouse blanket neatly folded & placed on top of the Mickey Mouse pillow. Cute

When Tiffany reached the kitchen she was surprised to see Jessica already awake. But what surprised her more was seeing Yuri & Jessica's interaction. The two were obviously having a good time laughing & joking about something while Yuri cooked breakfast.

"Uheerm" Tiffany cleared . Her presence was obviously unnoticed when she arrived.

"Oh. You're awake already. Good morning." Yuri greeted brightly.

"Morning. What's up today? You two seemed to be having so much fun. Right Jessi?"

Tiffany was throwing her best friend a subtle glare.

"Yep. Yuri here is such a joker. She also mentioned why you have pink tapes all over the apartment." Jessica responded her friend with a sweet smile. She knew pretty well that Tiffany is jealous & she was enjoying to see this side of her best buddy.

"Really? Is that so Yuri?" Tiffany turned to face her roommate. Unpleased.

"Uhh...well...ummm.. I told her you just wanted some privacy so you set up those." Yuri chuckled nervously.

I didn't tell her the whole story. Yuri was shouting this inside her head. Afraid that Tiffany would misinterpret Jessica's words about the pink tapes.

"Oh. Anything else you wanted to tell her Yuri?"

Yuri shook her head with a crooked smile plastered on her face. Tiffany's stare was torturing her.

"Hey you know what Tiff, I think it’s enough of the privacy for both of you. It’s time to remove now those pink tapes. What do you think Yuri?"

"Huh? Uhh..." Yuri hesitantly glanced at Tiffany's direction.

"It depends upon her Sica. I don't really mind having them anyway. Though it would be better if we don't have those boundaries anymore." Yuri added the last part in a whisper but Jessica caught it.

"What do you say Tiff?"

"It’s fine to take it off already." Tiffany tried to sound nonchalant. She was also able to catch the girl's last statement. So you wanted to cross the line huh?

"Great! Then let’s remove those ugly tapes and make this place a cozy home!" Jessica excitedly clapped her hand.

***

During breakfast Tiffany did not fail to notice the closeness between Jessica & Yuri.

Every time Yuri would glance at her she would always respond with either a forced or a sarcastic smile. Tiffany was obviously not pleased of how Yuri is responding to her best friend's charms.

"Hey Tiff, I asked Yuri earlier about the recent movies. Let's go to the cinema!"

"I can't. I have to meet with Bora for the end of spring play."

"Oh."

"Should we go together Yuri?" Jessica turned to Yuri.
"I have a lot of movies in my laptop. We can just stay home & watch here."

"Just stay at home Jess. You don't want people to know you're in Korea right?" Tiffany tried to sound casual. She was deep inside happy that Yuri didn't want to go to cinemas alone only with Jessica.

"Hmmm.... Okay. Let's just stay home Yuri-ah."

*

Tiffany left the apartment with a heavy heart. It was a weekend but she still had to work some school stuff. Not to mention Jessica & Yuri were left alone with each other watching movies.

***

When Tiffany reached the apartment, she saw Yuri sleeping on the couch resting her head on the headrest. She slowly made her way into the living room and was surprised to see Jessica sleeping soundly on Yuri’s lap.

The two have obviously fallen asleep while watching movies because the credits were still running on the TV screen.

Tiffany perked an eyebrow as she watched the two sleeping. The two girls’ friendship have escalated too quickly for Tiffany’s liking.

After changing into comfy clothes, Tiffany went to the kitchen and on her way she saw the two girls still sleeping on the couch. After taking out a bottle of water she intentionally shut the fridge’s door loudly. She then made her way into the living room and sat on the chair beside the couch. She turned the TV on and didn’t bother to lower the volume. She was obviously annoyed of the scene before her. I’m really going to skin you alive Jung Sooyeon.

“Hey…”

Tiffany heard Yuri spoke but didn’t bother to glance her way.

“You just arrived?” Yuri continued as she watched Tiffany never giving her a single glance.

“No. You were sleeping soundly that you failed to notice I arrived.” Tiffany stated flatly.

“Oh. Sorry. How was the preparation going with Bora?”

“Tiring.”

Yuri knew Tiffany was being grumpy again. She attributed this to the girl being tired of practice. So she thought of something to cheer up her roommate.

“Hey, would you like to eat ice cream?”

“What?” It was only then that Tiffany finally glanced at Yuri’s direction.

“Ice cream. To cool your mind off. You seem pretty tired from practice.”

“Oh. No it’s fine. Just stay there and let Jessi sleep on your lap.” Tiffany wasn’t sure if her sarcasm was too obvious this time.

“I can get a pillow from your room to have her rest her head with then we can head out at the minimart. Let’s just buy ice cream for Sica.”

Tiffany didn’t know what to say. She wasn’t sure what was going on inside Yuri’s head.

“Come here. You let her rest on your lap first while I get a pillow and my wallet. Just wait for a while okay?” Yuri gestured for Tiffany to take her place.

Tiffany silently obliged and had Jessica’s head rest on her lap. Yuri then dashed inside her room to get her wallet and a pillow.

A smile unconsciously crept unto Tiffany’s lips as she watched the bedroom door closed behind Yuri. It’s like they’re trying to escape for some sort of a short date.

“You’re smiling a creep.”

Tiffany was surprised to hear her best friend speak. “You’re awake?”

“Who wouldn’t? You were obviously banging the fridge and dragging your feet while walking. You obviously wanted to wake us up Tiff.” Jessica stated with eyes still closed.

“So you heard our conversation? The ice cream?” Tiffany suddenly felt embarrassed of her little ‘date’ with Yuri.

“Yes. Everything. But I got no plans of coming so you go and enjoy your date. Just buy me some cookies and cream.”

“It’s not a date!” Tiffany hissed.

“Yeah right. But your idiotic smile is telling me otherwise.”

“Yah!”

“Shut your big mouth or Yuri will hear you and she’ll know that I’ve been awake all along.”

“Fine. Go back to sleep now.” Tiffany Jessica’s fringe while still wearing a smile on her face.

“Whipped.” Jessica mumbled as she made herself comfortable unto Tiffany’s lap.

 

 

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Tadda! XD

Okay so I know it's been so long already since my last update, I'm really sorry.

I got writer's block & only started writing again last month. I also got busy with work so I couldn't write that much. T_T

Just recently, Yuri's scandal got me really bitter & considered of giving this fic up.

But then I thought of the things that some of you told me before (when I dropped Trouble & Impressions),

that this is fan fiction. The only world where we could do what we want to do.

This is our own universe. An escape to reality.

So instead of considering to drop this fic, I've decided to finish this one. Hopefully. ^^

Double update to make it up to you. Chapter 15 & 16. Yay!

I hope you'll like it. It's been too long already since I've last written stuff. ^^

Enjoy! :D