Chapter three: I'm a fool for you...

Dara

"I'm sorry." I uttered.

"What?" Jiyong asked. His bewildered brown orbs staring straightly at me.

"Well..I mean, you're probably busy but here you are driving me home instead." I stared back, throwing him an apologetic look. The boys are currently preparing for their album and they have been working really hard. Jiyong and Seunghyun in particular are working extra hard. It's not shocking, being the perfectionist that they are. And, I guess I am feeling rather apologetic towards Jiyong who is probably forced by Seunghyun to drive me home.

Knowing Seunghyun, he probably tried convincing the daylight out of the poor guy. I mean, I am very capable of driving myself and I take pride of my driving skills. I could have been a professional race car driver if I wasn't a singer. I could've easily changed path if it wasn't for my love of music. Anyway, back to the real issue here. Seunghyun, being the cautious person that he is and of course being the sweet and caring boyfriend that he is didn't allowed me to drive myself home.

His words were loud and clear "It's not that I don't trust your driving skills, babe. I'm just worried about you, you're too tired to drive." I mean sure, my heart fluttered by his words. And his adorable smile and boyish charms was enough for me to fall for his ideas. Geez. I'm really a er for Seunghyun.

"What do you mean? Don't be ridiculous." Jiyong takes a quick glance at me before focusing his attention on the road again.

I smiled. Slightly taken aback by his words. The cold tone in his voice was so distant that I couldn't help but to feel bothered. I'm probably imagining things. I mean, Jiyong would've told me right away if he was bothered by something I've done. I guess, he's just tired. Yes. That's probably it. I mean, Jiyong has been through a lot this past few days and it's completely normal for him to act this way. I shouldn't bother him. I need to keep my mouth shut. At least until he's ready to talk.

"I. What I mean is.. no one forced me. I wanted to do this. I wanted to drive you home." He takes another glance at me and flashes me one of his boyish grins.

I bit my lips, preventing myself from grinning too much. But I failed as my lips hastily curves upwards. As I gained more confidence from Jiyong's smile and somehow managed to make the atmosphere comfortable. I reached for his shoulder and gave him a gentle pat. I guess, I wanted to take this chance to show him that I was there for me. He smiles and I instantly knew that he got the message.

Pulling back my hand from his shoulder and placing it on my lap, I tried to observe Jiyong. I took noticed of his tired eyes, and the tired look on his face had caught my attention as well. I suddenly have the urge to take care of him. Jiyong is a nice person and he is probably one of the realest and the most genuine person I know. He might seem naive and easy-going but he is more than that. Jiyong is the kind of person who is ready to carry other's responsibility without getting anything in return. He is selfless and he is.. he cares a lot for the people around him. He isn't usually the one to pour out his thoughts and feeling out and he is rather comfortable keeping it bottled inside of him. Jiyong is.. he is just like me. And.. I guess, it is one of the reason why I feel comfortable and connected with him.

The ride to my house was rather quiet and animate. I didn't find the atmosphere around us the slightest awkward nor uncomfortable. The silence was therapeutic for some reason and it calmed me down.

I didn't have anything to say and I guess, it goes the same for Jiyong. And I'm sure Jiyong needs some quiet time right now, after all he's been dealing with a lot lately. The album preparation and the scandal on top of that. It must've been hard for him. Upon seeing the news this morning, the first thing I wanted to do was to call Jiyong and ask him how he is. I wanted to make sure that he wasn't confining his anger. I assumed that he needed someone to talk to. But I couldn't do anything because we don't usually talk a lot anymore.

Turning my head towards the window, I diverted my attention to the Han River instead. I watch as the sun reflects on the river. I simply let my train of thoughts easily flow. Letting out a soft moan, I let myself sink on my seat. I guess, I needed the some peace and quiet as well. It's been weeks since I last had a day-off  and as much as I wanted to share this day with Seunghyun, I wasn't able to because I was too tired to even keep my eyes open.

I sigh. I'm flying to Milan tomorrow and I will have another schedule after that. I was suppose to fly there today but Seunghyun pleaded me not to and asked me if I could come and visit him at the studio instead. And being the a er for my boyfriend's adorable whines, I immediately agreed to his pleas.

I was still in deep trance when my train of thoughts were suddenly interrupted by a familiar sound. Turning my attention back to Jiyong, I saw him reaching for the radio. He turns the volume up and this familiar melody immediately invaded my ears. I close my eyes as I intently listen to the beautiful melody. My lips unconsciously tugging upward when I recognized it.

"It's been a while since I last heard this song." I said truthfully.

"10 years ago. I can't believe you still remember." Jiyong chirped in amusement.

"Of course. Why wouldn't I?" I asked.

Jiyong shrugs his shoulders and I couldn't help but to make a face. I hate when he does that. In fact, I hate it when people does that. I need answers and shrugging your shoulders isn't exactly answering the question laid upon you. Tsk. Men.

"Did you know that out of all the songs that you've written, this is my favorite." I suddenly became serious again. I always end up making any situation awkward and it's definitely not a gift that I'm proud of. But all things aside, I did like this song. It's a very special song.

"Really? Why?" He asked in amusement.

"I don't know. I just like it." I said, while shrugging my shoulders.

Jiyong laugh and I look at him in surprise. "Hey! What's so funny?" I asked while shooting him a murderous gaze.

I pouted, showing him my displease but ended up smiling when I heard his laughter. He looks so serene and I simply couldn't take my eyes away from him. I know that it's weird but.. to be honest, this is the first time in weeks since the last time I heard him laugh. It's really nice seeing him smile and laughing.