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✨ Epilogue II : Joy in the playroom ✨

Bold - English
Normal - Korean
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One evening, the Dreamies were setting up for their Weverse Live, chatting and laughing as they waited for fans to join. The relaxed atmosphere was suddenly interrupted by the sound of the practice room door creaking open. Startled, they turned toward the noise, only to break into soft laughter as they recognized the visitor.

"Uncle Mark!" a small, cheerful voice called out, followed by the sound of hurried little footsteps. Before the camera could fully capture the figure, the Dreamies, with quick reflexes, ended the Live, exchanging knowing glances.

"Baby Nana!" they exclaimed in unison, their faces lighting up with delight. Mark immediately crouched down to greet the little one, scooping her into his arms without hesitation. He peppered her face with playful kisses, making her squeal with laughter, her giggles filling the room. The Dreamies watched the tender moment with warm smiles, their earlier conversation forgotten as they fussed over their youngest and most unexpected visitor.

"Ester, Mama said not to go in yet," a familiar voice called out as another figure stepped into the practice room. The Dreamies' smiles grew even wider as they recognized her. The toddler, now in Mark's arms, pouted adorably at the gentle scolding, prompting a chorus of affectionate coos from the boys.

"Your uncles have work to do first," she reminded softly, though the tenderness in her tone betrayed her amusement.

Mark grinned, shifting his attention. "Hi, 누나," he greeted warmly, his familiar charm lighting up the room.

Before she could respond, the other six members dashed over, enveloping her in a group hug that made her burst into laughter. She returned their embrace, her giggles blending with the cheerful energy of the room. It was a picture of pure joy, the room brimming with warmth and familial affection.

"I'm so sorry, 오빠," Nara apologized, turning to the managers with a deep bow. Her voice carried both sincerity and a hint of embarrassment. "This was my fault. I should have waited for the boys to finish their Live before picking Nana up from her grandmother's since no one was able to look after her in the playroom today. But she wouldn't stop crying for her uncles."

She playfully shifted her gaze to her daughter, her expression turning mock-stern. "You little troublemaker," she teased, prompting the toddler to let out a tiny squeal and hide her face behind her hands. The shy gesture only made her more endearing, and the practice room was soon filled with giggles from the Dreamies, the managers and staff.

"How can we even get mad at her?" Haechan said, his grin wide as he walked toward Mark, who was still carrying the toddler. "Look at her!"

"Honestly, she runs this place," Renjun added with a laugh, earning nods of agreement from the others.

Nara shook her head with a soft smile, watching as the boys continued to dote on Nayoung. Despite the interruption, the atmosphere remained lighthearted, filled with warmth and affection that only family could bring.

"How about we go find the other uncles first, and then come back here, okay?" Nara coaxed gently, crouching slightly to meet her daughter's gaze. The toddler hesitated for a moment but eventually nodded, toddling back over to her mother after Mark gently put her down. Nara smiled warmly and scooped her up into her arms.

"We'll go bother Uncle Hoho, Uncle Bibi, Uncle Dimple, Uncle Yuyu, Uncle Yoyo, and all the others while we wait for your Dreamy uncles to finish work, okay?" she suggested in a playful tone, bouncing the little one slightly.

"Okay, Mama," the toddler agreed, nodding with the earnestness only a two-year-old could muster. Her response made Nara giggle softly as she leaned in to plant a loving kiss on her daughter's chubby cheek.