Episode 24 - Wait

Rollin' in the Deep

     After finding a disguise for Jinyoung of an old pair of Shinwoo’s glasses, a gauze mask, and hat, the four members were ready to head to the hospital. 

     However, there was a dilemma once they arrived. “I’m sorry to say this,” the lady behind the reception desk told the boys, “but we cannot allow visitors in for Lee Junghwan at this time. Strict order. We can’t let in visitors while his treatments are in progress.”

     Each of the boy’s shoulders dropped in disappointment, which moved the lady with pity. “But don’t worry. He’s in good hands. We can give you a call when the treatments are over with.”

     “Now what?” Gongchan huffed while kicking a stone after they left the building. 

     “I guess we could go shopping,” Shinwoo said, taking out the money he brought along. “That’ll keep us distracted. We’ll get some performance-worthy clothing.”

     “And we can go grocery shopping!” Baro added. “Lots of food would make Sandeul happy.”

     “Only if Sandeul returns in before it spoils…” Jinyoung muttered to himself, but everyone else heard. “I mean, it could still be weeks before he’s better.”

     “Let’s just go,” Gongchan said, not wanting to talk more about their friend. He was already disappointed enough as it was. 

     After spending several hours in many different stores, the boys found a few good outfits for each of them, including Sandeul. After they bought food as well, everyone’s arms were full. They didn’t say much the entire time while shopping because they were all listening for a cellphone ringtone, even though it was highly unlikely to get a call so soon. 

     The next day, Shinwoo, Jinyoung, Baro, and Gongchan practiced the new songs they wrote and choreographed dance routines to go along with. They still didn’t talk much as they listened for the phone, just in case. 

     The day after, they spent it the same way, practicing, practicing, and more practicing. They rehearsed until Shinwoo’s phone finally rang. Everyone jumped as Shinwoo raced to answer it, “Y-Yeobosaeyo?”

     “Hey, Shinwoo! It’s your favorite uncle,” Shinwoo could heard Samchon’s voice break into a chuckle. He faced his friends to shake his head, showing them it wasn’t the hospital calling. 

     Shinwoo talked to his uncle for about ten minutes before hanging up. He groaned, “My uncle wanted to tell me what happened on a job today. I’ll just say it had to do with a giant hairball he found in a drain,” he said while trying not to gag. 

     The next morning, before anyone else woke up, Gongchan decided to shake off the gloominess that had been following him all week to make omelets for everyone. He took out the eggs, and a moment before he cracked one, he heard Shinwoo’s phone ring. 

     Gongchan gasped as he dashed to see who it was on the caller ID. It was Shinwoo’s uncle calling again. Gongchan sighed as he returned to the kitchen again. He cracked an egg on the side of the pan and added it along with some chopped vegetables. 

     After plating up four large omelets, Gongchan stood back to admire them, happily. The cell phone rang once again. Gongchan really didn’t want to constantly check the caller ID because he felt like he was invading Shinwoo’s privacy… But he wanted to check once more. 

     Gongchan lifted the cell into view and saw the number calling. His eyes grew wide and his heart leaped in his chest. With a shaky hand, he answered, “Hello?...”

     “This is the friend of Lee Junghwan, correct?... The treatments were a success, and he should be waking up anytime now. Visitors are welcome–”

     “R-Really?” Gongchan exclaimed with joy, waking up the others. “We’ll be over there soon!” He rushed to make sure the other three were awake. 

     “What happened? What’s going on?” Jinyoung asked with a panicked voice as Shinwoo put on his glasses to watch the frantic Gongchan shake Baro awake. 

     “Mmm… What smells so good?” Baro said, rubbing the grogginess from his eyes. 

     “There’s no time to eat!” Gongchan sprinted into the bathroom to change out of his pajamas. “We have a friend to see!”

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DolphinWorld
1976 streak #1
Chapter 50: Oh, the story has ended? Wasn't expecting that. But also glad that they all got that happy ending they deserved. Anyway, I had fun reading this and maybe some day see me again in any of your other stories. Good luck for your future endeavours. Take care!

PS you didn't Mark this story as completed. Just letting you know ^^
DolphinWorld
1976 streak #2
Chapter 49: Ooh, you got me there!! For a moment I thought Sandeul is turning into a zombie again. Also, I'm glad they are having a good time with gigs and all. And if that's Jinyoung at the end, then I'm curious of why he's back. I mean if he's back for good? Anyway, will be eagerly waiting for the next update ^^
DolphinWorld
1976 streak #3
Chapter 48: Sandeul is permanently cured? He really won't turn into a zombie again? Wonder how they managed to do that. Also, how did Sandeul know where Jinyoung and Baro was or up to? Wasn't he a zombie already when those decided to do what they did? Anyway, Gongchan and Shinwoo having fun at the grocery store was cute. But them spilling out the entire orange bin, did they face any repercussions? I'm curious of that. Can't wait to read more. Hope to see an update soon ^^
DolphinWorld
1976 streak #4
Chapter 47: Oh no no... What's wrong? That cliffhanger is illegal. Anyway, I'm kinda glad that Shinwoo and Gongchan had each other in times like these. Can't wait to see how things would go further. And now that I've caught up with all the chapters, I'll be eagerly waiting for the next update ^^
DolphinWorld
1976 streak #5
Chapter 46: Aww poor Shinwoo! But at least Gongchan is with him. I mean they are there for each other. Anyway, can't wait to see how this develops further. Will be back later to do so ^^
DolphinWorld
1976 streak #6
Chapter 45: That was the hospital where he's getting treatment? And I wonder what Baro did this time. Also, where's Gongchan and what he's up to? Can't wait to see how this develops further. Will be back later to read more ^^
DolphinWorld
1976 streak #7
Chapter 44: Sandeul chewing on things, I mean other people's arms/shoulders and even his own hands is kinda funny. And I get where Jinyoung is coming from. Just hope there might be another way to handle this situation. Anyway, can't wait to see how things would develop herein. But will be back later to read more ^^
DolphinWorld
1976 streak #8
Chapter 43: Oops, it did turn out like that in the end? At least the organiser took it as a special event and it's ready to do any future recommendations. That's a good thing right? Also I'm curious, was Sandeul biting on Shinwoo all the while they were talking to that manager? If so, what did she think about that? Anyway, will be back later to read more ^^
DolphinWorld
1976 streak #9
Chapter 42: Ah, I thought I had caught up with all the chapters and was waiting for an update. My bad! Anyway, I'm glad that their planned performance went without any hitch and the crowd seemed to be enjoying their music as well. But they are gonna extend their performance now? I mean the members are all not in their best condition. So it's kinda making me anxious. Hope, that would go smoothly as well. Anyway, can't wait to read more. But will be back later to do so ^^
DolphinWorld
1976 streak #10
Chapter 41: It was nice to see what each of them felt while waiting for their performance to begin. But since it is just starting, my anxiety is still over the roof, wondering about everything that could go wrong. Anyway, I will be back later to read more ^^