~ The After Story ~

"And that is why you should read all those stories out there before you find the author who owns your heart," Yoongi ended as he closed the book.

"Seriously, Yoongi, why do you have to always end the book with that quote of yours?" Jungah asked with a shake of her head as she walked towards the little boy who sat on the bed beside Yoongi.

"Because that's how I met you."

Jungah just chuckled lightly and looked at the boy.

"Aren't you tired of hearing those romantic stories, Mingi? You should be listening to children books like peter pan."

Min Mingi, the son of Yoongi and Jungah, shook his head with confidence and stood up on his bed with his arms on his hip.

"I love my ma's stories more than any other stories out there. Best author in the world," he praised Jungah who laughed out loudly.

"That's my son!" Yoongi agreed as he hugged the little boy who giggled.

"Alright then, Mingi. Let's sleep now," Jungah reminded as she held her hand out to Mingi who crawled to be in his mother's arms. Mingi yawned as soon as he felt his mother's warmth. He snuggled in her arms as she carried him and brought him to his room while Yoongi tagged along softly so that he didn't disturb the little boy's sleep.

The two smiled as they put him to sleep and returned back to their own bedroom.

Yoongi laid on his bed while stretching his arms and legs.

"Been such a long time since I got to spend with my family."

It had indeed been a long time since Yoongi had actually gotten a goodnight sleep. Ever since he had taken over his father's position, he had been so busy that he rarely got to return back home. He had so much to catch up on and the meetings were held almost every single day. Jungah didn't complain much as she understood the way businessmen worked but it was not really healthy for the relationship, especially when they had a child. However, they still managed to work it out somehow.

"Will you be free tomorrow?" Jungah asked with anticipation.

"I'm not sure, my wine."

Yoongi noticed how his wife's expression fell and he became concerned. He immediately sat up.

"Is something up tomorrow? I can cancel everything, you know. Should I be remembering something? Gosh! My brain! If only, I wasn't too hooked up in this business game, I would've freed up my memory space."

"Stop the dramatic act, Min Yoongi. There is nothing up tomorrow."

"If you say so. But do remember that I can still cancel the work."

"Yes, wine. Now, let's just go to sleep. You need to wake up early tomorrow."

"Alright then," he tapped on the side of the bed and Jungah giggled as she laid down.

"Goodnight, my wine."

"Goodnight, my favourite author."

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Mingi looked at his mother who was busy cooking in the kitchen. He glanced at the time and then back at her.

"Mingi, if you need to say something, say it instead of just looking at the time and then at me."

Mingi let out a weak chuckle as he was caught. He scratched the top of his head and wondered how he should phrase it without hurting his mother.

"Is pa not joining us tonight?"

"No, dear. He's busy with work."

"But it's an important night."

"His work is important too."

"Are you alright with that, ma?"

Jungah flinched for a moment and continued a second later as if nothing had happened.

"Of course, dear. Why wouldn't I? I'll be finishing up soon so why don't you be a good boy and help ma set up the table?"

"Yes, ma!"

Just as she was transferring the cooked food onto the place, her phone rang. As if on cue, Mingi ran to take the phone for her and answered it.

"It's from pa!" he informed before passing it to her.

Jungah wondered if he needed something as she picked it up.

"Hey, wine."

Yoongi asked her what she was doing and she replied that she was cooking dinner. He then took a small pause, making Jungah worried.

"Is something wrong, wine?"

Yoongi told her nothing was wrong and requested her to come out of the house with Mingi if it was okay with her. Jungah complied and hanged up. She didn't know what was up but she went out, holding Mingi's hand.

Her eyes widened when she saw candles lining across the pathway from the gate to the doorway and petals of roses on the ground.

"Ma, look!" Mingi pointed at the sky and Jungah looked up. She gasped when she saw several sky lanterns up in the sky, forming into words.

She squinted her eyes to read.

"Happy Birthday, my beautiful wife."

Jungah covered her mouth as she was way too touched and was distracted when Mingi shouted 'pa' and ran towards the gate which was creaked opened.

"Hey, little champ!" Yoongi greeted and then smiled at Jungah fondly.

"Wine," she breathed as her eyes fell onto the bouquet of roses and a box of cake that he was holding.

"Hey," he strode towards her and gave her his presents. "Happy birthday, my one and only favourite author."

Jungah chuckled and hugged her husband, showering him with kisses. Yoongi grinned and leaned in to kiss her on the lips but was stopped when Mingi cleared his throat. The parents of the child turned to look at him.

"Ma is mine."

Jungah picked the boy up and giggled in agreement, "Indeed, my favourite boy is Min Mingi."

"Hey, that's not fair," Yoongi complained and Mingi stuck out his tongue, causing the family to burst out into hearty laughter.

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After sending the little boy to bed, Jungah hugged Yoongi warmly.

"Thank you so much, wine."

Yoongi kisses her forehead softly and placed his against hers.

"Thank you for being with me. Let's continue to do so until we grow old and grey."

"It's a promise," Jungah giggled.

"Yes, it is."

And maybe, Mingi can expect a little sister soon.

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🐍's Note: To my 🌼

NAPC has made another record. It has reached 4K and I am so thankful to everyone who read it so this bonus chapter is another gift! 🎁  Although it's small, I hope you like it. 😊

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