At the next bus stop, the bus got more crowded it was so crowded to the extent that my body was pressing against Jaebin. “Sorry.” I apologised but she shook her head, putting my hand on her waist while she rest her head on my shoulder. I was quite shocked at first but I was fine after a while. “Where are we getting off?” I asked since we didn’t really say where we are going. “This stop.” We were standing in front of the exit so it was easy to get off. She pulled my hand and we got off the bus…
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Japan is really a bustling city. At every point of time, there will be a lot of people walking everywhere. “Hey let’s go there.” Jaebin pulled my hand and we walked towards a banner. The banner wrote. ‘Japan dance competition.’ Jaebin immediately bought 2 tickets and kept it in her bag. The concert’s 3 days later. “I hope you don’t mind me making my own decision.” She said as we continued walking around. “This trip is to lighten your mood. I don’t mind.” I smiled and started walking towards the Meiji Jingu Shrine.

“How was it to study in Vienna?” Jaebin asked all of a sudden as we strolled along the bustling streets of Japan. “It was lonely at first, but now, I’m used to the loneliness.” I gave a bitter smile and she caught it. “You won’t be lonely now.” She gave a shy smile and looked forward. It was awkward between us before she spoke up again. “Being our neighbour won’t make you lonely. You can come to us anytime. We would be more than welcome to have you around to add on to the crowd.” She looked at me for a mere 2 seconds before turning back to look at the road in front of her. I scratched the back of my head, following behind her.

She stopped at a park. “I thought we’re…” she stopped me while she sat down on a bench. “Take a seat.” She pat the empty space beside her and I sat down as told. “We’re going to the Shrine. But now, I will tell you something.” She kept her eyes fixed to a little boy and girl in front of us. “When Donghae’s letter came, I was totally wrecked. I didn’t know what to do and I didn’t expect him to leave without a proper goodbye.” She gave a bitter smiled before continuing. “Although my feelings for Donghae is very strong, but now I’ve decided to let go. He isn’t coming back anymore. No matter how long I wait, he will never come back. When I initiated the holiday, I have started to forget Donghae.” Her hand was on her necklace which I presume it’s from Donghae. “This necklace is given and designed by Donghae and it’s my favourite one. When I really forgot my feelings to him, it will be thrown away along with this necklace.” She looked at me. “I hope you’ll help me have this necklace thrown away and forgotten forever.” She smiled and turned back to the 2 children. This time, she didn’t cry. Although there’s a hint of sadness in her eyes, I can see that Donghae to her now is slowly turning into vague memory.

The shrine was magnificent although it was built merely 90 years ago, it has a lot of history and the view itself was stunning. We spent the whole day in the shrine and I could tell that Jaebin herself couldn’t bear to leave such a holy yet beautiful place.

Since it was quite a long walk, I decided to hail for a cab as I could see that Jaebin was as tired as I am. Upon arriving at the hotel, I paid for the cab fare before chasing after Jaebin who was almost reaching the lift. When we stepped into our room, the both of us immediately slumped into the sofa to rest. Jaebin suddenly jerked up and pulled out her phone from her pocket, giving it a very weird look. When she replied, she shove it back into her pocket before heading to take her clothes to shower. Before closing the door, she said “Let’s go to the bar after this.” I was quite shocked since this was not a very good time for her to start drowning in wine.

I didn’t have a choice so we headed to the bar. It was more of a piano bar. Quiet and calming. Jaebin led me to the bar counter so we took our seats. The bar was quite empty as I only see a few people here and there. “A martini” She said as the bartender turned to look at me “Long island.” He nodded before heading to mix our drinks.

She order cups after cups. I stopped her a few times but all she did was push my hands away, continuing to drown herself in the alcohol. “Jaebin, stop. You’ll get drunk” I tried again but like the previous time, I failed. After her 10th cup, she was officially drunk. “That’s enough.” I supported her before paying the bartender the money; bring her back to the hotel room. When I settled her on the bed, she placed both of her hands around my neck, not allowing me to leave. “Don’t leave.” It all came out in a gasp. She pulled me so close that any of us moved forward, it will end up in a kiss. I pulled her away, but she hooked her leg around my knees before pulling me down. She s her arms around my waist, resting her head on my chest before falling asleep.

I looked at her and her hair. Even though I like her a lot, I cannot do anything to her. I peck her on her forehead before drifting into deep slumber.

End of Jaejoong’s POV

Jaebin’s POV

When I felt Jaejoong stop my hair, I opened my eyes. I wasn’t drunk at all. As what Omma told me, I have very high alcohol tolerance. Going to the club was to mess with Jaejoong. Yoochun messaged me when we returned to the hotel. ‘Treat Jaejoong nicely – Chun’ I gave the message a puzzled look before replying him. ‘Why? You make it seems like I always mistreat him – Bin’ I then headed to take a change of clothes before Yoochun replied again. ‘Just treat him nicely – Chun’ I shrugged before walking to the bathroom. Before closing the door, I told Jaejoong that we’re going to the bar.

I drank at least 12 cups of martini before I decided to pretend I’m drunk. Jaejoong kept on persuading me to stop but I kept on going. At the 12th cup, he just hauled me off my seat, paid for the drinks and brought me back to our room. When I s my arms round his neck and pulled him so close that we could kiss, he didn’t move forward, but pulled me away instead. When I made him fall onto the bed, he attempted to get up but failed when I s my arms round his waist and rested my head on his chest. He kissed my forehead and I know why did Yoochun asked me to treat Jaejoong nicely as now I suspect he’s crushing on me.

Jaejoong is a very nice guy. I lifted my head up to take a closer look at him. He’s not very ugly. He is the type that any girl would fall for instantly. He has the perfect look. Toned body, beautiful face, gentle personality and a perfect gentleman. I pulled the covers up, not waking him up and covered him properly so he won’t catch a cold. I slide myself under the covers before falling asleep as well.

The next morning, I woke up to the sun shining on my face. However, what surprised me was the warm presence behind me and the arm that was wrapped around my waist alongside with a head on my shoulder. I tried to pry his hands off but failed and woke him up by accident instead. When he was fully awake, he realized what he was doing before he let go and sat up. “I’m so sorry! I didn’t mean to hug you. I just…” I stopped him from going on. “It’s ok. You were asleep so you didn’t know what you were doing. “I pat his shoulder before heading to the bathroom to wash up. When I came out, I found him with his head down on my bed, motionless.

“What’s wrong?” I placed my hand gently on his shoulder. I then squat down to find him biting his lips. “What’s wrong?” I asked again with a gentler tone. He lifted his head slowly before looking into my eyes I blinked a few times before looking away. “I feel very guilty. It feels like I’ve taken advantage of you. It was wrong to even be on the same bed.” Jaejoong whispered. “Don’t think too much about it. I know it’s an accident.” I smiled before cupping his hand with one hand. I rest on my knees, wanting to kiss his forehead when he pulled me down, causing it to land on his lips.

I was about to push him when I felt a surge of unknown energy flow from Jaejoong to me. My grip on his shirt loosen and I gave in. I didn’t know why I reacted that way but I followed my heart. When Jaejoong and I finally snapped awake, we pulled away. “I’m really sorry.” Jaejoong had his head down again. I bit my lips, not knowing what to say. I can’t say it’s ok as it’s very inappropriate. I decided to stand up and leave to get a glass of water to wake myself up when I felt a hand on my wrist, pulling me back to the bed and Jaejoong pulled me into a hug. “I’m sorry. I’m really very sorry. Don’t ignore me please.” His voice became hoarse. All I could do was to hug him back and show him that I’m not angry. Staying in that position for a full 5 minutes, I pulled away. “Jaejoong.” I said softly as he looked up. “I meant what I said the other time. If I had met you before Donghae, I would be with you.” With that I left for the kitchen to get my water.

I gulped down cups after cups. I don’t think we can go out today since we’re so awkward. “Let’s go to their hot spring” I suggested since that’s the only place where we won’t have to interact much. The hotel itself has a hot spring so that is better. “We’ll meet here after 1 hour.” I said and we went our separate ways. That whole hour, Jaejoong cannot get out of my mind. That kiss, it kept lingering in my body and I could not stop touching my lips, hoping the sensation to still be there. After an hour, Jaejoong and I went back to our room and sat on the sofa watching TV. They had a show and it introduced Kimonos. “It’s so beautiful” I said and Jaejoong looked at me. “What?” I exclaimed. He switched off the television and pulled me out and took my bag. He seem to be in a hurry. When he finally stopped, I realize it was a kimono shop.

I tried to struggle out of his grasp but fail. “I don’t need one.” I tried to convince him but he didn’t listen. In the end, both of us bought one. Returning to the hotel, we put down our stuff before he pulled me out again. “Where are we going?” I asked as he turned to me and smiled. “You’ll see when we’re there.” He flagged a cab and he instructed the driver where we’re going as I sat back and watch the scenery go by.

After around 15 minutes, Jaejoong spoke up. “You don’t seem to suspect me of kidnapping you to somewhere and sell you off.” He joked with a serious face. “I don’t. I trust you.” His facial expression immediately softened. “If you had opened that door in Vienna that day, we may have been together now?” He asked and I nodded. “Jaejoong, I’m willing to give you a chance.”

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I’m running out of ideas for this story
I have to thank a friend for helping me with one part of this chapter
I hope this chapter is not horrible
Comments please.