genre: fluff.
word count: 1.48k.
date: december 19th, 2021.
sypnosis: in which alyssa and taehyung discover that they will be having a baby.

─── ･ ｡ﾟ☆: *.☽ .* :☆ﾟ. ───

     THE MORNING LIGHT SEEPED INTO THE BEDROOM THROUGH HALF-DRAWN DRAPES, illuminating the soft hues of cream and gray that the Cuban-Korean had chosen for their sanctuary. The light seemed almost ethereal today, bathing the room in warmth that reached past her skin, stirring something deep inside her. She sat at the edge of the bed, still and tense, her fingers curled tightly around the small, sterile object in her hands.

A pregnancy test.

Two lines.

Her breath caught in her chest, suspended between disbelief and an overwhelming surge of emotion. It was real. After months of whispered prayers, quiet frustrations, and tears shed in solitude, the moment she had longed for had arrived. Pregnant

Her trembling fingers gripped the test as if it were a lifeline, a fragile thread connecting her to this new reality. She had always imagined this moment would be filled with uncontainable joy, but now, standing on the precipice of something so monumental, she was filled with something more—a strange mixture of exhilaration and fear. The weight of what lay ahead pressed down on her chest, and she could hardly breathe.

Her other hand instinctively moved to her stomach, her palm resting lightly against her flat abdomen. Beneath her touch lay the tiniest spark of life---part of her, part of Taehyung. A life they had created together, growing quietly, waiting to be known. The realization that she was carrying this little miracle, this tiny part of their love, left her breathless. It was as if she could feel the small pulse of the baby deep inside her, though it was still so small, so fragile.

The tears came then. At first, they were quiet, almost tentative, as if unsure whether to fall, but they poured freely soon after, streaking her cheeks as she leaned forward, her forehead pressing gently against her knees. Her joy was raw, tender, and fragile. But so was the fear that gnawed at the edges of her mind.

Will I be enough? she wondered. Will I know how to do this? The questions flooded her all at once, unbidden and relentless. How do I protect this tiny, delicate being in a world that is so unpredictable?

Her emotions twisted and knotted inside her chest, each thought more tangled than the last, until the soft creak of the bedroom door broke through the whirlwind in her mind. Alyssa looked up, her vision blurred by the tears that continued to fall, as Taehyung stepped into the room, his presence as grounding as it was comforting.

"Hey," he said softly, his voice a gentle murmur. He carried a mug of tea in his hand, but his eyes immediately found hers, narrowing slightly in concern. "What's wrong?"

For a moment, she couldn’t find the words. Her throat was tight, her chest constricted with emotion. Everything she felt, every question, every fear, tangled inside her. She held the test up to him, her hand shaking.

Taehyung froze as his gaze fell to the small object she held. His eyes widened in surprise, and then slowly, understanding began to dawn. He blinked twice, almost as if trying to make sure his eyes were seeing correctly. His gaze flicked back to her, searching her face with an intensity that made her heart race.

"Is this…?" His voice cracked, soft and hesitant, as though afraid to hope.

Alyssa nodded, tears spilling freely down her cheeks now. A small, shaky laugh escaped her lips. "Yes," she whispered, her voice barely above a breath. "It's real. We're having a baby."

Taehyung didn't say anything for a few moments, as if the weight of her words had yet to settle in. Then, with an uncharacteristic urgency, he dropped to his knees in front of her, his hands reaching up to cradle her face. His touch was warm, so reassuring, as his thumbs gently wiped away the tears that continued to fall. His own eyes were filled with tears now, glistening as he looked at her, a mixture of disbelief and wonder reflected in his gaze.

"We're going to be parents," he whispered, his voice reverent, as if he were speaking a prayer.

Alyssa inhaled deeply, her voice trembling. "I know," she replied, her words breaking apart with emotion. "I'm so happy, Tae, but I'm scared too. What if I don’t know how to do this? What if I'm not---"

"Hey," he interjected gently, his hands slipping from her face to rest on her shoulders. "You're going to be amazing. I’ve never been more sure of anything in my life."

Alyssa let out a shaky breath, the tension in her chest only slightly easing as she leaned her forehead against his. "I want to believe that," she whispered, closing her eyes against the wave of fear that still gripped her. "But it feels so big. So overwhelming."

Taehyung nodded, his voice steady and reassuring. "And it is. It's huge. But we'll figure it out together. Every fear, every question—we'll face it as a team. You're not alone in this, Alyssa. You never will be."

His words washed over her like a balm, easing some of the tightness in her chest. Slowly, Alyssa placed her hand over his, guiding it to rest gently on her stomach. She could feel the warmth of his hand through the thin fabric of her sweater, the gentle pressure of his touch a silent promise. His fingers splayed out instinctively, pressing against her as if trying to feel the life growing inside her.

"There's a little part of you and me in here," she said softly, her voice filled with awe. Her heart swelled as she spoke those words aloud, as though she were reminding herself of the miracle they had created together.

Taehyung’s breath caught, and a tear slipped down his cheek, unnoticed. "Our baby," he whispered, his voice so quiet it felt like an intimate secret meant only for them. "I can't believe it."

For a long while, they stayed like that, hands joined over the small miracle they had created. The room around them felt still, as if the world had paused to honor this moment. The air was thick with love, with a profound connection that felt almost sacred.

Finally, Taehyung broke the silence, his lips curving into a soft smile that was filled with tenderness. "You know what this means, right?"

Alyssa tilted her head, her curiosity piqued. "What?"

"Lots of late-night cravings, diaper changes, and baby-proofing the house," he teased, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "But also… so much love. More than we can probably imagine right now."

Alyssa laughed, the sound a mixture of relief and joy, half a sob, half a melody. She leaned into him, her body relaxing into the familiar warmth of his embrace. "I guess we'd better get started, huh?"

"Not before I make you breakfast," he replied, rising to his feet and pressing a soft kiss to her forehead. "Both of you need to eat."

She watched him leave the room, her heart swelling with gratitude for the man she had fallen in love with. His laughter, his teasing, and his unwavering support had always been her anchor. Even in the most uncertain moments, he knew how to ground her, reminding her that even the scariest challenges could be faced with hope and laughter.

Alyssa remained in the quiet stillness for a moment longer, looking down at her stomach. Her fingers brushed gently over the fabric of her sweater, as if she could feel the life inside her, already beginning to grow. Outside, the sun had risen higher, casting a soft golden glow into the room. It was like a promise, a reminder that even in the face of uncertainty, there was beauty and new beginnings waiting to unfold.

Taking a deep breath, Alyssa let a small smile curve her lips. She was going to be a mother. The realization made her chest tighten again, a blend of terror and joy. It was terrifying, exhilarating, and overwhelming all at once. But deep down, she knew, in the very core of her being, that this was the beginning of something extraordinary. Something she and Taehyung would navigate together, one day at a time.

For the first time in a long while, Alyssa allowed herself to imagine the future with hope. The unknowns would come, and they would face them together. But for now, she held onto this moment, the quiet peace of it, knowing that life was already beginning to change.

─── ･ ｡ﾟ☆: *.☽ .* :☆ﾟ. ───

note: this took me weeks to write. weeks. i think it's primarily because i feel so demotivated..this app is so dead, especially the kpop added member side of it. majority of my moots have left, and to be honest, if it weren't for how much i loved alyssa, i would be following suit. all of that aside, i hope that you enjoyed reading this little chapter!