This morning I woke up and it was just there! A tiny round belly, the thing is I look more so bloated than pregnant. But anyone who was once pregnant will know. I dig around in my closet searching for the closest oversized shirt I own.

Someway along the line I fine a SHINee shirt from one of their concerts. I giggle because it isn't mine, it's Haechan's. I remember taking it from him because I said it looks comfortable.

This is some leggings will suffice for the day.

On my way out I shove on a beanie. Maya pauses cooking breakfast to stare at me.

Maya: You look rough.
Me: Telling a pregnant person they look rough is rude.
Maya: You're right sorry sorry. Seriously though why are you dressed like that?
Me: I'm incognito.

She gives up and I thank her as she hands me a plate of bacon and eggs. This isn't nearly enough so I'll make it my business to stop by the cafe before class.

Maya: Dad has been begging mom to let him back into the house.

I roll my eyes. Once my mom found out what happened between my dad and I she kicked him out and he's been staying at a hotel. She knew he'd be stubborn but she never thought in a million years he'd say something like that, especially after what they went through as teen parents.

Maya: Are you okay though? I know this is all tough but I'm here if you need to talk.
Me: Thank you but so far so good. My baby daddies are acting right so it's a wonderful day in the neighborhood.

She laughs.

Maya: What about their parents?
Me: Well Haechan parents have been supportive but they don't know the full story. The other two parents have no clue.

She sighs.

Maya: That can't be an easy thing for them, unfortunately they're going to have to say something soon.
Me: Yeah, anyways I have to go before I'm late. See ya later!

I haven't rode the bus in a while but when your car is in the shop it isn't too much you can do.

On my way to school I start to feel a bit nauseous. Oh great that's just the thing I needed. I close my eyes once I feel a bit dizzy.

"Are you okay? You're sweating."

I open my eyes to see Jaehyun staring at me.

Me: What're you doing here?
Jaehyun: This bus takes my school route as well, never mind that are you okay you're burning up.

I nod my head.

Jaehyun: You're lying.
Me: It's just a small bug. I'm going to grab some tea before class and it'll be okay.
Jaehyun: You shouldn't push yourself too much. It'll make the sickness worse.
Me: You're going to make a great doctor when you graduate.

He laughs softly.

Jaehyun: I hope so but I'm serious Jas.

My stop comes up so I begin to stand but the whole universe moves with me. I stumble a bit and he catches me.

Jaehyun: I'm walking you to class.
Me: Shouldn't you be on your way.
Jaehyun: I'll have time.

He most certainly won't!

I won't complain too much because he definitely swiped that visa and bought my tea with a scone, okay daddy money bucks! He leans back in his seat just watching me sip my drink.

He has natural bed room eyes.

Them the kind of eyes that got me knocked up.

Me: What?
Jaehyun: I can't look at you?

He flooding the gates and don't even know it. My cheeks get warm and he begins to chuckle.

Jaehyun: You're blushing.
Me: Shut up.
Jaehyun: It's cute.
Me: You need to get to your own campus before it's too late mister.
Jaehyun: I could use a day of hooky, besides taking care of you comes first.

I smile, he's really sweet. I'm not sure what his intentions are but at this moment I'm actually happy he's here. I hear someone calling my name and Haechan walks over. He sees Jaehyun and gives a brief "hello."

Me: Hey, what's up?
Haechan: Nothing, are you okay? You look tired.
Jaehyun: She had a bad sweating episode on the bus and almost fell.

Damn tell all the business why don't you?

Haechan places a hand against my forehead and sighs.

Haechan: You're still hot.
Me: I'm drinking tea.
Haechan: Piss off that's not why. You should've stayed home.
Me: I can't get that degree if I'm home you know?
Haechan: You have an answer for everything. Number two wouldn't be happy about this.

Now when did they become chummy chummy? Every time I'm doing something I shouldn't he threatens me with Jungkook, every time!

Jaehyun: Number two?
Haechan: Yeah, she didn't tell you?

I stomp down on Haechan's foot.

Me: I like the umbrella academy so much we go by code names in my friend group.
Jaehyun: Interesting?

I stand up grabbing my bag.

Me: Thank you a lot, but I have to get to class before I'm late.
Jaehyun: Need me to walk you?
Haechan: I'll do that.

Haechan put his arm around my waist.

Jaehyun: Okay, Jas call me when you get home later.

With that he takes his lead.

Haechan: He's a douchebag.
Me: You don't even know him.
Haechan: I know enough.

I roll my eyes as we walk towards the school building.

Me: You can remove your arm, you know?
Haechan: What if you fall?
Me: I won't.
Haechan: I don't believe you.
Me: Damn if you want to get back together just say that.

He sighs and removes his arm. Works every time!

Haechan: Just so we're clear you broke up with me remember?
Me: You weren't happy and I hated seeing you like that. I rather hurt myself than you.

We continue to walk in silence.

The night we had sex was a drunken mistake, but it was also a painful goodbye.

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night owl 🦉