A/N:
Out of the agonizing boredom and awful writer's block from the current fic I'm writing now, I decided to took this out of my rusty old collection of one-shots. This is a converted fanfic. The original title was: "That Sunshine Named Jisoo" and was also mine. So no need for credits.

Anyways, if you're up to some cute fluff surrounded by rainbows and butterflies, then please try this one out. ^^

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The snow blanket around the city is making everything white and well, calming. I always find winter as my season to relax. I felt at peace with the coldness of the weather plus, the hot beverage during this time is more appealing. I just love a hot brewed coffee at winter than anytime else. Hence why I decided to grab one like right now. Putting on a black long-sleeves and denim jeans, I made myself look enough decent. I took my brown jacket off the hook and the gray scarf draped on the doorknob. I can't remember putting the scarf there but, whatever. I'm messy that way. Locking the door behind me, I breathed in the smell of the morning breeze. It instantly made me smile and I felt my heart tug excitedly. I adjusted my scarf, flip my dark brown hair, and hid my hands on the pockets of my brown jacket. Strolling around the streets of Hongdae is one of my usual activities everyday but, I just felt today is more special. Aside from the fact that I just woke up earlier than my normal routine, I just find this day different for some unknown reason. The way to my favourite coffeeshop is not too far but, I decided that today is a different one indeed. I took the way around the park beside the shop just to stroll around more. Chilly weather blew my skin making me slightly shudder. I squinted my eyes from the sunlight coming from the Eastside where the shop is. Just the right place, I thought. The place even looks warmer today. Once I arrived at my destination, Mrs. Son, the baker, greeted me firsthand with a hug and a smile that I've grown to love. She was by the door when she saw me and was a little surprised to see me earlier than usual. The fifty-year-old woman went back to the kitchen shortly after. The barista, Wendy, greeted me as well. She was also around my age and had known my type of coffee like the back of her hand. Somebody told me that you can make a wife of someone who knows how to make your type of coffee. And I certainly agree with that one. But, Wendy and I were just friends, and best friends even. Though, I never doubt that Wendy would be a great wife soon. She certainly will be.

The cafe wasn't packed this morning since it's quite a bit early, for me at least. After a quick scan, my eyes caught on, at most, three occupied tables and the rest are unoccupied. I sat at my usual spot, glad that it wasn't occupied as well, and waited patiently for my daily dose of caffeine. I heard the quiet hum of the brewing machine and the faint sound of few people chatting. I breathed in the sweet smell of cake blended with the strong aroma of coffee. Heaven.

This is my type of mornings. Today felt like an ordinary Saturday. Well, that was what I thought. 

 

My coffee was served by Wendy, and surprisingly, with a slice of cake courtesy of Mrs. Son who gave me a thumbs up from the kitchen window while I mouthed a 'thank you'. Wendy excused herself as soon as she handed me my order, seeing that another customer has arrived. The chimes echoed lightly signalling that someone entered the cozy cafe. Normally, I wouldn't bother looking at whoever enters the shop but, I knew today is different.

And the reason just entered the coffee shop.

 

Long brown hair that looked so soft under the beaming sunlight touching her; light smooth skin glowing like she's no ordinary human being. Eyes that gives me no mercy as if those bright eyes would kill me instantly if they glance on my direction; and the sight of those lips that seem to flip my insides with the fireflies coming up. My cheeks felt suddenly warm. Everything felt warm. The fireflies had escaped.

The goddess has entered my life.

 

The counter is a few feet away from where I sat and I cannot hear the gorgeous woman's voice. I suddenly hate the faint sound of people chatting nonsense. I'm close to shouting: 'all of you, shut the up so I could hear the goddess' voice!'

 

But no, I just stood there helplessly staring at the woman who made me rethink of my life. Don't get me wrong, I have known for years that I'm gay and it's what makes me feel right. I'm 24 and I still get surprised how gay actually I am. I could be supergay with the amount of gayness inside me now. My super powers could be spitting rainbows and riding a unicorn who can speak 3 languages like I do. My mind is on rampage and that also made me think of how single I am too.

Obvious for someone who clearly doesn't do a double take on choice of clothes and physical appearance. Just sweaters, scarf, and some old jeans and boots. 

No wonder, I am such a loner.

 

The unnamed goddess, who I have a strong urge to know, faces me--- I mean, my direction, not directly at me but, at least. Getting the clearer and complete picture of the woman, I can see that she's shorter than me, has a petite body, y hips, and a ring on her finger---- wait, a what??!

 

My eyebrows furrowed instantly seeing the shining silver band on her left hand which is holding the cup. Did that mean she's already married or engaged? But, she looked around my age. Well, I'm not that young though and I should already have plans on getting settled soon or just even have myself a companion at least, but here I am, wasting my life alone in a huge two-bedroom apartment that I have no one to share it with. The last relationship that I had was a year ago and I don't think that my ex is a wife material. No offense to her. Just saying the truth.

Lost in my thoughts, the brunette goddess has already settled herself on the table next to mine. Which is at my back and I'm facing opposite of. Did I just blankly froze while she passed by me? Oh, great. Just great. 

I huffed, not feeling the luck on my side, I glanced around and saw Mrs. Son talking to Wendy who's laughing lightly. I wonder if they know the goddess behind me. Wendy seemed to know the girl as I've seen the way they exchange smiles. Should I ask Wendy? No. She would relentlessly tease me and embarass me for god-knows-how-long. Maybe I should try and strike up a conversation. A simple hello might do the magic. But that was completely lame in my head. Especially because I can't afford to utter a simple hello without stuttering. Maybe I should just simply sit with her. As simple as sharing a table. Like I could ask if I could sit with her because I think she's so pretty and she smelled so nice like fresh flowers when she passed by my table. And here I am being a creep. Freaking awesome. 

Where's my confidence when I need it?? 

Breathing deeply, I decided that it's now or never. I might not see this woman ever. Who knows if she only visits the city? Besides, I've been going here for years and been living at this city for decades and I have never seen a goddess like her.

I picked up my coffee and the plate of untouched cake and gather all my senses. There's only a small chance of her agreeing with me seating with her. And an even more slimmer chance of me not being dismissed and trashed. I'd like to believe she'll took pity of a loner like me. Maybe she'll consider it if I'll promise not to talk her ear off. Or not talk at all, which is a bummer.

 

I just have to act normal and cool. Right. Act normal and cool. Just say the word 'please' and look at her eyes like your telling her to say yes. Yes. Yes. 

Sighing once more, I rounded the chair as I stood up and made my way to her table, and settle myself for the chair opposite to her. And successfully, I sat there placing my coffee and cake on the table. Without a word. I just sat there like a mindless, idiot, moron----

 

I suddenly felt her eyes on me, perhaps enough to burn holes on my skull. I'm afraid to look up and my legs are trembling. What happened to words, Seulgi?? What happened to acting normal??

 

"Uhmm... Hi?"   Holy god, her voice.

 

For a second, I thought my ears will fire up for how warm it feels. I received a simple 'hi' and I'm already squealing inside my head. What the fudge, she's talking to you, Kang Seulgi! 

 

I looked up staring at her. My eyes scanned her features, and I just decided that she's flawless and I'm scared. Is this woman a human? She seemed like a goddess from the book of Mythology I've read during Middle school. And I'm not overexaggerating, 'cause she really seemed like one.

 

I didn't notice that she was eyeing me weirdly. Perhaps because I'm that moron who shamelessly stare with a mouth slightly agape and for what it's worth, invades a stranger's personal space. I deserve an applause for being the most idiotic person of the day.

 

"I--uhm--- I..."   Words, Seulgi! Words! Damn it!  "I, uh, hate eating alone."

 

Where the hell did that come from? I eat alone in my apartment everyday except during workdays since well, I have workmates!

 

"Okay...?"   She tilted her head like a cute person she is. She's gorgeous and she's cute. God, how?

 

"C-can I sit with you?"  I stuttered. She's so impressed now, Kang.

 

"Okay. Sure."   She replied then went back to reading which I just noticed now. There were two more books on the table just right beside her plate of red macaroons. And I just noticed those macaroons as well. Is that red velvet?

 

Nothing to do with my fidgeting hands, I held the warm cup in both of my hands. The warmth immediately sends calmness again in my loud mind. But, I guess nothing can silence my wildly beating heart since the presence of the woman in front of me is the reason behind it. I took a sip of my coffee and sighed contentedly. Despite my lack of communication skills, I still managed to get myself in front of this woman. This very gorgeous woman, if I may add. 

 

And here I am, missing my chance to get to know her.

 

"Beautiful..."   I breathed. However, even my softest tone made her look up from the book she was reading. She heard it, I assumed.    "I have never seen you around. And it's hard to miss that beautiful face. If I have seen you, I'm very sure I would never forget you."

 

Her eyes widened from shock. Maybe she didn't expect that or maybe she thought I came on too strong.

But after a few beats, she spoke.   "I just actually moved here last month. I don't really go around that much. Just this cafe and the school."

 

Oh, that's why---wait.

 

"School? Oh, you're still studying? What year---"     I was cut off by her angelic laugh. Wow.

My ears cannot handle this. 

 

"No, silly. It's a nursery school. I'm a teacher."   She flashed a smile.

My heart--- oh my heart.

 

This angel is a teacher. Could she get anymore perfect?

"I always admire teachers. It's one of the greatest profession in my opinion."   The compliment made her cheeks grew pink. I just mentally high five myself that I caused that.

Would you look at that? Kang Seulgi is a charmer now. 

 

"Thank you. Not everyone really says that. Some just think it's nothing."   Her humbleness makes me grow fonder.

 

"Not me though. They're just stupid to think that."   I smiled gaining more confidence when I earned another smile from her. That's my cue.  "My name's Seulgi."

 

"Joohyun."   She extended a hand across the table which I gladly took for a handshake. Holy mother of deities, her hand is so soft and smooth. that I need to let it go when she retreated her hand.

The goddess has a name now!

High five to self with happy tears.

 

"That's a very beautiful name. It suits you."   I gave away a charming smile and she reciprocated with an even more beautiful smile.

"Thank you." 

 

I was in dazed and yet, I try to charm my way to her heart by replying with,   "Just saying the truth." 

 

She flashes another smile and my heart just got in more trouble. Oh my heart--- That smile will be forever etched in my memory; Her red tempting lips looks so... inviting.

She suddenly felt self-conscious from the way I stare and wiped something on the side of her lips.   "Is there something on my---"

 

I shook my head chuckling lightly.   "No, no, there's nothing. I just--- I like your smile. You're beautiful."

Smooth Seulgi was born. 

 

With a blush tint on her cheeks, she smiled, while with an eyebrow raised at me.   "Do you always sat with a stranger and tell them nice things? Your compliments are on point, I'll give you that."

I waved a hand dismissively.  "Nah, I don't. I just find you very attractive and beautiful. I already told you that a couple of times."

Her eyebrows shot up questioningly.  "You do?"

 

"I-- yes, I do. Isn't it obvious? I actually thought I'm being obvious here."   I chuckled embarrassed.

A finger suddenly poked my cheek making me froze and blushed even more.   "It's more obvious now though."

She giggled and I can't help but be a grinning mess. But it toned down when I catch a glimpse of the wedding band on her finger.

Curiosity kicks in and it kills the cat.

"Oh, you're already married?"    I asked with my eyes trained to the jewelry. I really tried to conceal the obvious sadness behind it. I tried. 

 

"Huh?"   She looked confused for a while but, caught on to what I was referring to when she saw where I am looking at.  "Oh, this is my grandma's ring. I'm not, uh, married nor engaged."  She coyly shrugged.

 

I almost breathed in relief.  "That's... That's a good news--- I mean, that's fine. Totally understandable. I, yeah-- sorry--- no more talking."   I shut my mouth cursing inwardly. I'm a blabbering trash. Burn me alive, please. I'm more embarrassed than ever in my entire life.

I heard a contagious giggle coming from the angelic face in front of me. She was laughing at my misery. Oh, joy.

 

"You're cute, Seulgi."

 

That made me snap my head up that I almost feared that I'll broke a tendon or two.   "W-what?"

 

She just smiled, giggling lightly. Her nose scrunched up a little and damn, she's so cute and I'm a puddle.

 

Our little conversation goes on and I got the chance to know her better. The more I talked to her, the more I get swooned. I also discovered that we take our coffee the same and the macaroons she ordered will be on my favourite list to order from now on. Her laugh and smile made my heart soar high. But her smile alone can make my ears warm and I just can't help but stare at her longer. Bae Joohyun is the name that will never leave my mind from this day on. She already marked her territory in my heart and I can never stop her. I would never dare anyway. 

 

Time passed by fast and we've been at the cafe for more than an hour. We decided to head out and I instantly saw the smirks on the faces of the both ladies behind the counter. Mrs. Son only looked more proud of me than Wendy's teasing smirk. I bid them good bye and surprised to see Joohyun greeting them as well. The two clearly knows her then, I conclude.

We were about to leave when a woman who's about to order noticed the goddess beside me.

 

"Joohyun? Oh, it is you. You go here too? Wow, talk about coincidence."  The unknown lady mused.

 

"Good morning, Ms. Park. The food here is good especially, the coffee. I frequent the place."  Joohyun answered. They seemed to know each other so, I remained quiet. I noticed Wendy looking at me with an expression I can't quite fathom.

"Oh, is that so. Well, maybe you can join me then? I just actually craved for a hot tea and I felt this place calling me in. So..."   The girl looked expectant and hopeful.

While I was there a feet away from them silently praying for a miracle and Joohyun will turn it down. I almost thought she forgot me standing there until she spoke once more.

 

"Sorry, I already have plans. And--- oh god, how rude of me,"   She turned to me with a soft smile and s an arm around mine which caught me off guard. I'm not blushing. Pfft.   "Joy, this is Seulgi. And Seul, this is Joy, a friend of mine way back from college."

For crying out loud, I'm not blushing. I'm not gonna blush. Nope. She just gave me a nickname. It suddenly felt hot here. 

 

"Hi there."  The taller woman greeted while I just waved and muttered a 'hello' while forcing a smile.

That's why they seemed so... Close? And familiar with each other. Having a closer look with this girl named Joy, she looked pretty too. An attractive face and a cute smile with those fierce eyes that could make someone fell on their knees. She's wearing a white top beneath a black coat and ripped jeans paired with black boots. She's rocking it, honestly. And well, me? I'm just wearing a black pullover with rabbit prints beneath a brown coat, and my worn-out denim jeans paired with my brown worn-out boots. I'm like a hobo compared to the woman.

And there's Joohyun with her black turtle neck beneath her cream-coloured coat and her black jeans paired with brown boots. She's rocking the look and style. And how can I stand beside someone who looked like she came out of a magazine? 

 

I sighed, internally slapping myself with how I just let myself feel self-conscious from how I dressed up compared to her college friend, which I hope is just a friend. My gaze fell on Joohyun's books in my hand which I volunteered to carry. Should I give these back to her and leave them be? They seem to need some catching up and this Joy takes very much interest on Joohyun's whereabouts, and she stares too much for my liking.

 

I was about to accept defeat and leave them be but, Joohyun's voice halted me to stop.

 

"It was nice seeing you again, Joy. But, we----"

She was cut off by none other than the tall woman who breathes confidence.  "Would you like go out with me some other time?"

 

What?

 

I stood there in shock and even heard Wendy gasp loudly from the counter.

 

Joohyun looked surprised but, regained her composure in an instant.   "Uhm, sorry, Joy. But, I'm already taken."

 

Say that again?? 

 

"What?"   I said outloud and even heard Wendy's series of 'oh my god'. 

Joy look confused and disappointed.  "But-- by whom?"

A gorgeous smile escaped her lips and her eyes locked with mine as she pointed at me while her other arm held mine tighter.    "Seulgi." 

Shock is an understatement. I think I just went to Heaven for a second there. No, wait, scratch that. I think I just died. I can't feel my face! 

 

All I heard was Joohyun bidding farewell before we left the shop.    "I'm sorry, I guess I'll just see you around, Joy. Please, excuse us." 

 

And then we were out and my skin felt the chilling breeze again, and now with the tingling sensation of her touch beside me. I don't know what just happened there but, I'm trying to wrap my mind around it. What the hell just happened? My phone buzzed as we walked aimlessly around the central park.

 

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I just shook my head not even knowing how did that happened. I heard that right, did I? Judging from the looks Joy gave me, I'm assuming we heard the same thing.

I need answers. 

 

"Joohyun..."  I called her softly, only to receive a quiet hum as she look up to me. God, she's even more beautiful this close.  "I---uh, sorry, I forgot what I was about to say."

 

She giggled, and leaned her head on my shoulder as we continue to walk down the stone path of the park. Good thing that there's only a few people around or they might send me weird looks as to why I look like a red ripe tomato.

"Joohyun..."   I tried again but, this time she didn't look back. Instead she responded with playfulness on her tone.

 

"Do you remember what you're about to say now?"

 

"I--well..."   Then I sighed. Worrying and stuttering is exhausting, really.   "I don't know."   I disclosed defeatedly. 

 

"Just tell me, alright? Stop being nervous around me."   She gazes back at me now and I was the one who refuses to look back. Not before I spill what I had to say first.

 

"Would you go out with me instead? I mean, since you rejected the cute girl just a while ago, I don't know if I stand a chance."    I said fidgeting a little. Who says I'm nervous?

 

"Cute girl?"  From everything I said, she had picked up on that. Her tone made me glance at her and she looked at me questioningly.

 

And I was quick to save myself.     "I mean, Joy. She's actually cute but, you're cuter and even more. You're beyond beautiful. I swear."

 

She shook her head giggling.    "Alright, sweet-talker."  She paused then spoke words that made me stop.   "Will that be a date?"

 

"Uh-- su-sure. Of course, it is."  Apparently, I lost my ability for proper speech.

 

"Okay."  She beamed then, her attention were back to the trees and chirping birds around us as we continue to walk around. 

 

"You mean 'okay' as in you'll go out with me or 'okay' as in just okay?"  My inquiry just made me confused but, Joohyun didn't mind.

"Okay as in I'll be your date."

 

"Really?"    I halted to stop again, studying her reaction or anything. I want to know if she's serious with it.

And she is.    "Really."

 

The finality in her tone should be enough to make me shut up but, I just like to hear hee say it one more time.  "Really sure?" 

 

She rolled her eyes with a light smile on her lips.  "Yes, Seul. Now, as much as I love winter, can we please go somewhere warm 'cause my neck nearly feels like strangled by an ice block."  Her arms were wrapped around my arm. She's almost hugging my arm and I'm never complaining.

I pulled the scarf around my neck and drape it on her shoulders then wrapped it nicely around her neck. She looked surprised with the gesture. I can sustain the cold though, while the thin fabric of her turtle neck doesn't seem enough to give her warmth. 

 

"But, you'll get cold."  She countered pouting. Her eyebrows begin to crease in the middle.

I melt with that pout.

 

"I can manage. Besides, I'm wearing another pullover sweater beneath so, I'm warm enough."   I replied wiping the crease on her eyebrows. Her smile is enough for me. 

 

She suddenly pulled her glove off from her left hand and let me wear it.   "There. So, you're other hand will not get cold. Meanwhile, I'll have this other hand."

 

She held my right hand, intertwining them, and then put it inside the pocket of her coat. My hand is definitely warm. My face felt warmer all of a sudden too.

 

"Now, let's go grab some noodles 'cause I'm hungry again."  She said proudly and I just chuckled from her dorkiness.

 

We walked side-by-side, while her eyes were roaming around the snow-capped bushes, I was busy studying her side profile. I'm convinced that every angle is her perfect angle. She's exquisitely beautiful.

 

"Joohyun..."    I called her name once more, loving how her name made me feel all fluttery inside.

 

"Hmm?"

 

I smiled warmly.    "Thank you for letting me sit with you."

 

She only beamed a lovely smile. Kang Seulgi is still a loser. A loser for this woman. 

 

"Thank you for letting me meet you."

 

 

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