22 [Byun Baekhyun] La Vie En Rose

Just about 5 minutes after Wu Yifan sent me home, Park Chanyeol returned.
I wasnt seen by him, right?
Where did you go, He asked, seeing that I was still wearing my coat. His expression looked rather
relaxed.
I shuddered a little on the inside. For how many times, I was punished for my answers when I was
asked such a question.
I went to uhmeet a friend.
What friend?
I saw his calm expression and decided to take the risk.
Justa friend from high school...he just wanted to meet up after he heard I was discharged from the
hospital.
Oh. He nodded, not probing further.
Seeing that he has believed my words, I felt slightly guilty.
Why are you suddenly so nice to me; suddenly starting to believe me, even my lies.
Seeing that I was frozen at my spot, he became bothered.
Whats wrong?
Nothing. I hid my shocked expression, turning around to plug my phone to its charger as I
changed the topic, I thought youd be busy with filming but youre back rather early.
Ive filmed all my parts for today whats that?
Huh? I turned around and saw him pick something up from the floor.
Ah those musical tickets. Wu Yifan had stuffed them into my pocket while I wasnt paying
attention, they must have fell off when I took my phone out.
This is uhwhat my friend gave
La Vie En Rose? He frowned as he examined the tickets. Then he looked up to ask me, Who are
you going with?
I dont actually plan on going. My friend just kind of gave it to me.
So, you dont need them? He asked.
I shook my head.
I saw the way he was holding those tickets. I instantly realised something. It was obvious.
He has been filming with Hayeon recently.
A longing re-united couple at last, theyd probably appreciate such chances. Walking into the dark
room of seats, regardless how many people there would be around them, it would only be their own
world.
Have it, I smiled, I wont be using it anyway.
Youre really giving them to me?
Yeah.
So I can use it however way I like it?
Yeah, Of course. I nodded and turned back to find the charger cable.
But I was tapped on the shoulder.
Hey.
Park Chanyeols deep and attractive voice came from behind.
Whats wrong? I turned back around.
I saw him holding one of the tickets out towards me.
Watch it with me.
No matter from how long ago it was, every single detail of the image stayed imprinted with me in my
mind.
His expression as he asked, I remember. The slightly lifted corners of his lips, I remember. Even the
curve of his extended arm and his delicate fingers that held the paper, I remember it all.
Hes the one Ive been loving for a very long time.
The one whom Ive never received anything in return from. The one who hates me and dislikes me.
Is now watching me sincerely, waiting for me to take the invitation from his hand.
Watch it with me.
My mind stopped processing. I watched him with a confused expression as I slowly took the tickets
from him.
Theyre even VIP tickets, He watched me as I took the ticket from him, and then examining his
own ticket, Free to choose any session of the week. Woah, howd your friend get this?
I remained in a daze.
So lets watch it the day after the next?

Hey, Byun Baek Hyun.
Huh.
I said, lets go watch this musical the day after next, He waved the ticket.
The day after next, I nodded immediately, Sure sure.
Dont forget. He stuffed the ticket into his jeans pocket and walked slowly out of the room.
As I clutched tickets tightly, barely able to believe anything that has happened.
My heart felt as if it has been penetrated by a ray of light, spreading joy all around. I felt ecstatic, so
much that I wanted to leap onto the bed and scream as I roll in it.
AhIm too fucking easy.
I chided myself as I secretly looked forward.
The day after next.
Please come fast.
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[After a very long time when we reminiscence the past, he smiled as he exposed himself.
Back then I was afraid youd decline me.
Even though I knew youd agree. But I just
I was nervous for no reason.
My palms were sweating as I was holding the ticket.]
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Evening at seven oclock, I put on my snapback and entered the theatre just as it was about to start.
Chanyeol would be coming straight from filming, and when I got there, he was already at his seat.
He was wearing a snapback too as he waved at me to get my attention.
I walked towards him and sat down. I was slightly nervous at the thought of having to sit silent next to
him for the next two hours. I felt my heart beat fast.
Have you eaten? He leaned close and asked in a low voice.
Yeah, Ive eaten.
But I havent.
Then what should we do?
Have a meal with me when we finish.
Sure.
I smiled to myself involuntarily at the thought of being to be with him for a longer while.
The theatre was suddenly filled with a romantic tune, the dark maroon curtains on the stage drew open.
The dazzling female lead sat lazily in the centre of the stage.
I cut conversations with him and started to enjoy the story.
Barely half an hour into the musical, Park Chanyeol leaned towards me again, and asked, Hey, isnt
that that woman, He pointed to the actress who entered the stage, Oh yeah, Jang Eun Won. Shes a
pretty famous actress.
I looked closely.
Idont think so.
Tsk, how could it not be her. Its definitely her. Its just that her makeup is a little strange.
Its definitely not her, her name isnt even in the cast credits, I looked at the information brochure in
my hands, but I could barely see in the dark theatre.
I bet you its her.
I dont think so, Ive eaten with her, I know her.
Youve eaten with her? When? He turned around to look at me, voice slightly raised.
Just as I was about to reply, someone seated in front of us turned around to glare at us.
We immediately lowered our caps.
When he turned back around, Park Chanyeol asked me, in an even lower voice.
Search it online, it should be her.
Oh.
I took my phone out, I was vaguely disappointed by the 1% shown near the battery. Why did I forget
to charge my phone?
I immediately typed in the name of the musical in the search bar, but before the page could load, my
screened blacked off.
All the battery was used up.
I had to put my phone away.
Did you find it? He asked as he continued to watch the act.
Use mine. He tossed his phone to me.
I continued to search for the musical.
After reading through the information of La Vie En Roses musical and its songs, I gained more
understanding towards the musical.
See, I told you so I was holding his phone for him to see when the display image changed.
The phone in my hand vibrated as a picture of pretty girl came into my sight.
It was Hayeon. Hayeon called.
I froze, I felt him by my side do the same when he saw the arriving call.
In the past two months, Hayeon has yet to be brought up between us. This unexpected situation made
both of us feel slightly awkward.
He tried to bury the awkwardness by letting out a few coughs, he took the phone from me silently and
walked out of the theatre.
I could predict what would happen next.
I did feel slightly upset.
After a while, Chanyeol returned, but he did not seat down. Instead, he leaned down and whispered
beside my ear, Im leaving for a while.
Oh.
Ill be back soon, wait for me.
Okay. I nodded. Before I could say bye, he walked away.
I saw his back view disappear into the distance then turn back to the front.
There was no one on the stage, but the props forged a busy yet lonely street.
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Park Chanyeol did not appear even when the almost 2 hour musical ended.
I lowered my snapback again and followed the crowd out of the theatre. I felt slightly lost as I stood at
the entrance of the theatre.
It was probably already nine as I predicted since I was unable to check the time or contact Park
Chanyeol with my battery-less phone.
Furthermore, hes probably with Hayeon at the moment, how can I disturb the mood.
The night was cold, and I didnt walk far, afraid that he would leave when he return to see no one at
the theatre. I lowered my head and leaned against the door, looking around carefully from time to time.
It feels like Ive been waiting for a very long time.
Ive waited for the sessions crowd to clear away. Ive waited for the new batch of audience to arrive.
Ive waited for the carefully crafted performance to unveil in front of many pairs of new eyes.
I dont think hell return.
I told myself.
But I couldnt bring myself to leave. His whisper of wait for me seemed to have cast a spell on me,
making me unable to end the wait.
Only when I unknowingly brought my hand up to press on my stomach, I realised that my gastric
pains had resurfaced.
But Im used to pain. This time, it is probably because of the cold weather. I gritted my teeth and
pressed down on the source of pain.
From my corner vision however, I saw someone hesitantly watching me.
I turned around to see a little girl standing there.
Her initial response when I noticed her was shock, but she immediately ran up to me excitedly.
Oh my god, oh my god. Its Baekhyun Oppa. She rushed up and grabbed my arm, but immediately
let go when she realised that her actions were inappropriate.
I forced a smile at her.
Baekhyun Oppa, its been so long since we last saw you! You were in the hospital?
Umabout this I smiled bitterly. I was unsure of how to reply.
Are you very sick? You dont look very well Her expression showed worry.
Nah, its nothing major. I assured her.
Oh yeah! I almost forgot! Her animated actions did seem rather endearing, Its such an important
thing!
Baekhyun Oppa happy birthday!
I paused, then followed by a smile.
Thank you.
She knocked her head regretfully, I didnt know Id meet oppa today, I didnt prepare anything for
you!
Its okay
I was interrupted by her before I could finish. She used my hand to search in her bag and retrieved a
small notebook.
Oppa could you please sign for me?
I took the notebook and the pen. Just as my hand left my stomach, I felt the cold spread in my body.
As I had managed to warm the area, the wind felt even colder in comparison.
Looks like it was never supposed to be warm in the first place.
I completed the signature as I let my mind wander.
Ah! Thank you so much Oppa! She took her notebook back, but had no intention of leaving.
What is Oppa doing here? She asked, Are you going to watch a musical?
NoIm waiting for someone.
Her eyes were filled with curiosity, A friend?
But I could tell she probably meant girlfriend.
Just as I was about to reply, my arm was grabbed onto from the back.
The voice was slightly panting as it travelled into my ears.
Im back.
The girl in front of me widened her eyes, Chanyeol Oppa.
Park Chanyeol bowed a little at her politely, Hello. His smile was enchanting.
Enchanting. My beloved Chanyeol. I tilted my head to watch him, his eyes were still dazzling
hidden under the shelter of his snapback in the dark and heavy night.
Were leaving first, be careful on your way back! Before the girl could react, he had pulled me
away.
I staggered behind him as I heard his deep voice melt into the night.
Sorry, I made you wait long.
Its okay.
Lets go eat something, I know theres a nice stall near our dorm.
You werent unrecognised right. Why did you just stand there foolishly.
Oh.
Because Im afraid you wont be able to find me.
Due to the pain in my stomach, I could barely reply him. He seemed to have notice that I was
abnormal and stopped in his steps to turn to look at me.
Angry?
.No.
Why would I be angry? The fact that youve returned to look for me is enough to keep me happy for a
very long time.
Then you He looked at me, confused, coming closer to me.
I tried to avoid his gaze.
Your gastric pains are back?
Am I hallucinating? His tone was full of worry.
No
What the hell do you mean by no? Your face is pale, He watched me, Lets go back.
Go back? How can that be?
This is our first date. Being greedy, I didnt want it to end just yet.
Its nothing much I started to get panic, and tried my best to smile at him, Ill be fine after
drinking some warm water
No, you already
Please, I forced the smile as I looked at him pleadingly, Just for a bit more, a bit more.
He watched me, not speaking for some time.
At last, he sighed.
You fool.
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There wasnt much people in the small yet brightly lit eatery, especially since it was already 10 on a
weekday.
We sat at the corner of the shop as I slowly sipped on a cup of hot water. It did lessen the pain.
When I put the cup down, I saw Park Chanyeol sitting in front of me staring directly at me, it made
me feel rather uncomfortable.
Why arent you eating, I pointed at the bowl of noodles in front of him, Its getting cold.
Oh. He simply replied before breaking apart the disposable chopsticks to stir the noodles. But he
did not eat them.
Because it was cold right? He suddenly asked.
Huh? I could not understand what he was referring to.
Your gastric pain was because you stood there too long in the cold weather, am I right? He sounded
slightly unhappy, I remember the doctor told you that you should take note of the food you consume,
and wear lots of clothes to prevent yourself from getting too cold.
I watched him.
He actually remembered.
Your pain just nowwas because I made you wait for too long right?
No no, I immediately shook my head, Sometimes it just starts to hurt for no reason, its definitely
not because of that.
His lips was pressed into a thin line, expression unreadable.
Just then, his phone rang.
He looked down and took his phone out.
I felt my heart clench.
Will he leave again after the call? Like just now.
I watched him nervously with the cup held tightly in my hands.
Hello, Luhan Hyung.
Ah, it isnt her
Yeah, Im together with him right now, He watched my as he spoke, His phone ran out of battery.
Suddenly, his expression changed to look rather strange, he did not speak for some time, as if he was
frozen in his spot.
After a while, he replied, OhokayIve got it.
After he hung up, I asked, It was Luhan Hyung right? Is everything okay?
He watched me with even more bewilderedness, Yah! Byun Baekhyun you!
He suddenly shouted at me.
I got a shock.
Today is your birthday?
UhhYeah.
The hell, you bastardwhy didnt you tell me!
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