Unforgettable Fond [MiChaeng Fanfic]

Chapter 48

Chaeyoung

A week after Mina told Dahyun that she wanted to talk to Tzuyu, I told Tzuyu about it and she quickly agreed. 

I asked if I could go with her but she said she's fine. 

It's not that I'm scared Mina will do something to hurt Tzuyu again. 

Maybe, I just wanted it to explain to Mina alongside Tzuyu. 

After all, I was part of the accident and I understand Tzuyu. 

"Where are they?" 

I asked Dahyun when I saw her in the University corridor. 

"Ah.. Mina and Tzuyu? They're talking. Garden." 

Dahyun answered. 

"You looked nervous, Chaeng. Relax, they're not fighting like what happened before." 

Dahyun assured me and left.

I went to the University garden to check on them. I won't meddle, I just want to see that they're not really fighting. 

"I really didn't mean to hit you that night."

I heard Tzuyu said. She's bowing her head. 

I saw Mina staring at Tzuyu. I put on my headset and diverted my attention on other things. 

I want to give them privacy. 

Few minutes later, I saw Tzuyu leaving. She wasn't crying, she was smiling.

I approached her and pulled her for a hug. She started sobbing.

"What's wrong?" 

I asked while rubbing her back. She was smiling when I saw her. 

"No.. Nothing.. I'm just happy that I was able to convey my side to Mina." 

Tzuyu answered and let go of the hug. 

"You should also talk to her." 

She added and tapped my back.

Do we even need to talk? 

Before I could answer that question, Mina called me. 

Tzuyu said she'll go to her next class, so I followed Mina. 

"Hey. Long time no see." 

I greeted her when we stopped. 

I remember that one time where she was crying here because she can't be with Jeongyeon. 

She was even disappointed that I gave her water instead of a handkerchief. 

"I always see you tho." 

Mina answered. I looked at her but she's not looking at me. 

"Will you listen to me?"

She asked after a few seconds of silence. I nodded.

"But before that.." 

Mina crossed the distance between us and hugged me.

Now, here's the difference. 

Whenever I'm with Tzuyu, whenever she hugs me..

I feel really happy. Just comfortable. No malice. 

But now that Mina's hugging me…

I can feel that I love her. That feeling of pain knowing that this girl who's hugging me right now will never be mine. 

A simple gesture from her can make me hope for something that will just hurt me over and over again.

But it wasn't Mina's fault nor my fault. 

It's the situation and how the timing isn't the right time. 

"Thank you."

Mina whispered and tried to let go of the hug but I didn't let her. 

If this is the last time I'll hold her close, why not make it longer? 

"Thank you for coming into my life. 

Honestly, when you asked me to tell a story about me, I couldn't utter anything because I can only tell you one thing.. 

My life started when I met you that day..

I know you don't remember anything yet but I wanted to tell you that you saved me from drowning to my own thoughts. 

You saved me from feeling nothing.. 

When you came to me that day, I felt human again. 

I felt how beautiful it is to love someone.. 

And how brave I am because I'm here, still standing in spite of all the challenges I encountered."

I paused when I could no longer hold the pain in my throat. I am on the verge of breaking down but I need to compose myself. 

"Really.. You're the most valuable person I can never have. 

You're the most beautiful promise I can never fulfill.. 

But remember that the days I spent with you will always be the best moments of my life.. 

And I wanted to Thank you for listening to Tzuyu.. 

I wanted to thank you for letting her speak.. 

I know you can't forgive her easily, but I know you're trying.. 

And I'm sorry too for fooling you."

I said and let go of the hug. It felt nice to finally say those words to her.

Maybe I just need this to finally let go. 

Dr. Kim's advice. He's right. I can't completely heal myself if there are still words left unsaid. 

"I'll listen, Mina. You can ask me any question as long as I know the answer." 

I said again and wiped her tears. 

I don't know why she's crying but I don't want to see her cry. 

She started talking even though her tears are falling down. 

"I've been wanting to talk to you but I can't get any chance.. 

And finally, we're talking. 

I know I already told you not to let me see you.. 

I know I questioned all the things you've done for me.. 

But I questioned myself too, why do I need to be hurt if you didn't mean anything to me?"

Mina paused and closed her eyes. 

"The night at Nayeon's place.. When you told me you're getting tired.. 

I got afraid.. 

When I said I was happier with Jeongyeon, that's only on my mind.. That's what I wanted to think.. 

And I confirmed that when I started crying that night you told me you're tired. "

Mina is staring at me. Like telling me she meant everything she's saying. 

"Do you love me now?" 

I asked when she stopped. I waited for her to say something but she didn't.

I guess she wasn't expecting me to be that straightforward. 

Few minutes later, she began talking again.