DearHyungwonnie

MONSTA X IMAGINES

SHORT STORY

MINHYUK X READER

The drive back home was deafening. My back was on Minhyuk even though I was on the passenger seat. I reclined my seat and closed my eyes so Minhyuk would not even bother to talk to me. Today was supposed to be a perfect day. A day when we should have been drunk and making out and reliving the memories that we had for the past three years of our marriage. But none of that ever happened. It’s our third wedding anniversary and it’s the third time Minhyuk ditched me because of his work. It’s always the same scenario. Him, running breathlessly because he’s late. I’ve waited at the café where we first met for four hours thinking that maybe, just this time, he won’t ditch me. I know I am being pathetic but I just wanted to celebrate it with him. Minhyuk cleared his throat which brought me back to reality. I shut my eyes even tighter and faced the other way.

 “I’m sorry,” he uttered. “I should’ve come sooner.” A tear escaped from my tightly shut eyes. I gulped afraid that a whimper will escape my throat. This was always his line and I always forgave him but not this time. Not anytime sooner. Minhyuk parked the car and I had no idea how far we traveled.

 “Let’s go,” he said, tugging my arms. I opened my eyes and adjusted to the light.

 “Where are we?” I asked. A smirk was his only answer. He handed me a blindfold.

“I’m not wearing that. I’m still mad.” I pouted.

“Please?”

I complied as I rolled my eyes. He guided me through the grassy plain and I held his hand tighter as I felt my heart pounding in my chest.

“Take it off.” He obliged. I took my time taking the blindfold off and as my eyes adjusted to the light, I was met by a huge house with a tarpaulin saying “HAPPY ANNIVERSARY”. I looked at him in awe and tears started breaking free from my eyes.

HYUNGWON X READER

I

It’s 4 am and I’m still tossing and turning on my bed. Finding the right position to give me even just a minute of slumber. I already counted 514 sheep but sleep doesn’t come to me. I’m looking for a thousand ways to calm my thoughts but I couldn’t grasp any. I got my phone and reread the last conversation I had with Jooheon.

Joohoney: I don’t think this will ever work. I’m sorry

I stared blankly at my phone. Trying to process everything. Did he just dump me over a text? I can’t believe my eyes. The tears already dried up since I was crying for like 6 hours already. Is he drunk? Maybe he is. He’ll never do this to me.

My eyes grew heavy and sleep finally found its way on me when I suddenly heard a light knock on my door. I covered my head since I’m pretty sure I look like a mess.

“Hey sleepy head.” I heard Hyungwon’s happy foot steps as he came towards me. He’s in a good mood.

“Hey.” I answered back without removing the covers.

“Something’s wrong.” He declared. He didn’t even ask. He knows me too well and even if he doesn’t see me, I’m pretty sure he knows. He’s my best friend. I handed him my phone. I heard him cursed and he slowly enveloped me in a tight hug. He removed the blanket covering me and brushed the hair that’s all over my face. He stared at me, intently.

“Coffee?” he asked and I started bawling my eyes out again. I cried as he held me and he patted my back. We went into the kitchen and he prepared my breakfast. He’s clumsy but the effort made me smile. Minhyuk woke up and saw my puffy eyes and looked at Hyungwon and then me.

“They broke up.”

“What?!” asked Minhyuk

“Over a text.”

“Wait what? Are we talking about Jooheon? The Jooheon who can’t get his eyes off of y/n” Hyungwon nodded and proceeded to preparing my meal.

I pretended not to hear. I was already thinking of some sort of a wicked revenge that I can plan so Jooheon will suffer as well but I don’t think I can cause my heart somewhat agrees with him. I don’t think it will work between us. 3 weeks on the line and we are already bickering and blaming each other for petty things. But the boy is good and I’m crying because he is a really good catch. He’s like a baby sometimes but within the three weeks that we are together, I felt really special because that’s how he treats me.

II

This day is a day I dread the most. It’s time to face Jooheon after that one liner break up text that he sent me. I was not up to it. I was straight out declining Wonho for the invite but he insisted. He doesn’t know. I tried to pretend that I was sick but Wonho didn’t buy any of my excuses. So here I am, staring blankly in space and trying to calm myself before Jooheon comes.

“Hello.” I heard from my back. Everyone stood up and greeted the person that just came. He seated beside me and nudge my shoulders. He flashed me his dimple smile and looked at me straight in the eye. My stomach turned and butterflies danced inside. I still like him, I thought almost loudly and I covered my mouth with my hand because I was about to blurt it out.

I acknowledged him by nodding and smiling a little. Everyone was enjoying at their feet and here I am drinking my not so cold drink trying to process what had just happened. Hyungwon silently approached me and offered his hand.

“Let’s dance?” he asked shyly.

“No.” I said coldly.

“Are you okay?”

“Yes I’m fine. Don’t mind me and just enjoy. I’m really enjoying here by myself. With my iced tea.” I grin, trying to reassure him. He gave up and made his way to the DJ booth.

“Why are you alone?” his familiar voice sent shivers on my back. He held my hand and squeezed it. I brushed him off and ignored him

“I’m sorry.” He uttered.

“Can we talk?” I gathered my courage to say this to him.

“Sure.” He said.

I saw Hyungwon and he asked me if I need back up through his eyes. I snorted a little and shook my head. “I can manage.” I mouthed.

We reached the park and I sat on the swing. Joo pushed me lightly before going on the swing next to me. I removed my shoes and played with the sand on my feet. After a long silence he finally said something.

Joo: I really am sorry. I shouldn’t have done that.

Y/N: Done what?

Joo: Breaking up over text. I should’ve said it in person.

I felt a pang in my heart.

Y/N: Why?

Joo: You are an amazing person Y/N but I don’t think it will work between us. Look around. I know you can’t see it now but try to look. You’ll find your way.

Y/N: I’m confused. Do you have somebody else?

Joo: What? NO! I’ll never do that to you.

Y/N: Did you even like me?

Joo: Of course! But I think it’s you who like someone else.

He uttered this as if he was whispering but I heard him clearly. I can see the disappointment in his eyes when I didn’t contradict him. He became silent so did I. I still don’t understand why we are breaking up but I held my hand in front of him.

“I don’t want to be awkward or anything but can we be friends?”

“Sure!” Joo said a little too enthusiastically. And I laughed at him. He pulled me towards him and gave me the tightest hug. He kissed my cheek and he apologized again. My face flushed at his sudden move but I laughed as well. As I turned around Joo held my arm and said “Let me just confirm something.” I looked at him confused as he inched his face towards mine. I was in an utter shock and couldn’t move but he just smiled and squeezed my cheek. “CONFIRMED.” He said. “WHAT?!” I asked. “Are you messing with me?” He shrugged and just laughed and guided me back at the bar. From a distance, I saw Hyungwon making his way back to the bar as well. I was looking for Hyungwon and Minhyuk but I only saw the latter. He was so wasted that I had to carry him to my car and this is what I hate about not being able to drink. I was always the one to carry them even if I was the girl. I can’t seem to find Hyungwon. I called him to no avail. I was waiting for him as I start the engine when I received a text.

“Hyungwon’s fine. You can go.” I received from an unknown number. I called the number and a girl answered.

“Well who is this?” I asked angrily. I was surprised at myself.

“This is Tina. And Hyungwon’s with me. He told me you can go home. He’ll be home tomorrow morning.” She said enthusiastically. My mouth dropped because Hyungwon never did this. Did he just?... I brushed the thought off my mind and I drove back to our place. I carried the almost limp body of Minhyuk and guided him to the door. I sat him on the porch and let the cool breeze envelope him. He was laughing.

“He’s really drunk.” I uttered shaking my head laughing. My mind went back to Hyungwon and Tina. What the hell are they doing? I collected my thoughts and opened the door. I dumped Min on his bed and removed his shoes. This guy is a handful. I don’t know what will happen to his girlfriend if he had any.

I finished preparing for a good long sleep when my phone buzzed.

HW: I see you made up with Jooheon?

Y/N: where are you?

HW: Somewhere. I’ll be back tom 😉

Y/N: Pls take care. Don’t do sth that u’ll regret

My eyes started to drift off and as I opened them it’s already 10am. I rushed to Hyungwon’s room but he was not still there. I’m starting to worry, a little too much for a best friend. I tried to calm myself and prepare our breakfast. I woke Min up so he can take his hangover soup.

“You the best,” he said as he pinched my nose.

“Where’s Hyungwon?” he asked.

“I dunno. He was with some girl. He didn’t go home yesterday.”

“Really?! I never knew Hyungwon’s a little sly.” He said laughing. His comment made me sick. I heard the door being opened and Hyungwon walked in. I tried to be less angry but I couldn’t hide it. I ignored him as he made his way towards his room.

“Maybe he’s tired.” Min said wriggling his eyebrows. “Tired of what?” I asked annoyed. He laughed at my innocence. “Y/N you really need to go out and discover the world.” He said. Hyungwon didn’t go out of his room until dinner time.

“You hungry?” I asked him coldly.

“Yes.” He answered.

“Eat” I said as I gave him a plate. I was too immersed at my annoyance with him that I almost threw the chopsticks at him. He looked at me bewildered.

“You okay?” he asked but I ignored him as I made my way to the living room. What is even wrong with me? He went out with some girl last night and that does not concern me. He can do that. What is this anger that I feel?

III

Hyungwon and I weren’t in good terms since that day at the bar. He didn’t talk to me and I didn’t as well. I wasn’t sure what was happening but I will not be the first one to ask him.

I was sitting alone hearing everybody’s stories when Jooheon approached me.

“Where’s Hyungwon?” he asked.

I pointed towards Tina who is happily chatting with Hyungwon a little too close.

“I see you haven’t sorted it out?” Jooheon asked.

“What?” I asked bewildered.

“Well all of us know except you two.” Minhyuk chirped from the distance and approached us.

“Is that why?” he asked Jooheon and he gave Minhyuk a slight nod.

“Do you still like her?” Minhyuk asked Joo. I punched Min’s arms because I was getting uncomfortable. Min laughed and Joo chimed in.

“Let’s go.” Joo said pulling me and made his way towards the exit.

“Where are we going?” I asked.

“Trust me. I need to do this for you.” He said.

He cornered me in some dark alley and stared at me intently. He was staring at me a little too long that I was getting uncomfortable.

“What is this about Joo? This is not like you.” I sniffed him. “You’re not even drunk” I said a little afraid because we’re in the dark. I was about to shove him off when a hand was suddenly on his shoulders. He smirked and he whispered “Finally.” A punch landed on Jooheon’s face, once then twice. Oddly, Joo’s not fighting back. As soon as I saw the blood dripping out of Joo’s nose, I stood between them. Hyungwon almost punched me and he immediately retreated when he saw my ghostly blank face.

“What are you doing? Are you insane?” I shouted at Hyungwon. He stared at me apologetically. And he made a bee line towards the bar. Joo told me to follow him and I did after I checked on him. Jooheon was laughing.

“You know, this is the right time.”

“I’m confused Joo. I don’t know what you’re talking about.”

“You’ll be able to if you follow him” he said.

I caught Hyungwon’s arms and squeezed it hard.

“Let’s talk.” I pleaded. He wasn’t moving an inch so I dragged him to the park.

“Sit down.” I told him. He complied. He was silent.

“What’s happening Hyungwon?” I don’t understand any of these. All I know is you stopped talking to me. And what was that back there?” I cried almost instantly. I was angrily wiping my tears when Hyungwon stood up and kneeled in front of me. He gently wiped my tears and looked at me with worry.

“I’m sorry. I was blinded by anger. I thought he was doing something that you didn’t like. I guess I was wrong” He uttered nonchalantly.

“Well, for one, I don’t understand what Jooheon did but you don’t have the right to do that. It didn’t even concern you.” I blurted out but I regretted it as soon as I saw the hurt on his face. He was silent and angry, I guess?

“So, Tina?” I asked.

“What about her?” he chirped.

“Are you going out with her?”

“What? No!”

“that night at the bar, when you didn’t come home…” my voice trailed off. I didn’t want to hear his answer. “You know what, never mind. I don’t wanna hear about it.” I said. He smiled at me accusingly. “You are jealous. Is that why you didn’t talk to me?” He said confidently.

“What? Never!” he was laughing hysterically now.

“I wasn’t with her that night. I asked her a favor and told her to text you. I just did that because I saw you and Jooheon made up. I thought you were back together. I was so jealous that…” he stopped as he realized what he said. I blushed and looked away. He was jealous?

A long silence followed that confession. We were looking anywhere but each other. And then he confidently held my face in his palm and brushed my hair backwards with his other. He stroke my face with his thumb and it reached my lips. I noticed that he was staring at my lips and I unknowingly covered them with my hands. He laughed and removed them from my face. He put his lips on mine. His lips were so soft and they taste like mint. He parted his lips and playfully bit mine. I punched his shoulders and he let out a loud cry. We were laughing and crying and that was the moment when I found the answers to all the questions I had in mind. The question that all of my friends know the answer to. I am in love with my best friend.