Tittle: Things end but memories stay forever
Characters: KyuMin, YeMin (Sungmin focus)
Length: Two-shot
Genre: Drama
Rating: PG-15
Warnings: Genderswitch and words
Summary: People say it's never too late but what if you started too early? People should be contented to what they have. Love should be happy but for Sungmin it never was.
Author's note: First attempt to do a two-shot. :)) Don't bash me please. Screw summaries! You can actually tell that I'm not experienced.
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A normal day, same people, same routine. This has been Sungmin's definition of life. She's twenty-one, married and pregnant. That was her status. Married to the world's most crooked wire and pregnant for four months without the knowledge of the father. She was inside their rented apartment in the living room with some bottles of soju. The floor was filled with empty bottles and cigarette butts. She knew it was above her limit and it was bad for the baby but what is up for her if she takes good care of the child, anyway? Five months ago, Kyuhyun, the best Casanova, and Sungmin got married when they were in third year college and unfortunately, lose everything she had in a blink of an eye. It was that early. Too early.
Kyuhyun arrived home after a few drinks with his classmates. Well, that was months before but she knew that he was still meeting with Seohyun, or what Sungmin calls her, Cho's mistress. Logically, he would go home drunk. During that time, they were in good terms. They would still have conversations but after that night when Kyuhyun took or, more likely, stole the only thing she has, they grew awkward and Sungmin loathed him for carelessly taking her virginity. That was during the start of their life as a committed couple.
When they were in sophomore year, they were in a mutual relationship. Kyuhyun courted her and when she finally fell for his charm, they became official. That was the feeling Sungmin could consider as love. They would go on dates every month. They would feel glad with each other's company. And they felt loved. Yes, they were like fools who would do anything for their loved one. They remained as loyal as possible to each other until the end of the year and throughout the summer. During the next school year, Kyuhyun introduced Sungmin to his parents formally and secretly planned on proposing to Sungmin. Once he carried out his plan, the latter was doubtful of what she would do. After days of being persuaded, she finally agreed on marrying him despite their ages.
Everyone knows the effect of being committed early. Now, there they are, treating their spouses like strangers.
Sungmin gulped down another bottle as she tore the photo on her other hand. The glass broke as soon as it fell on the marble floor. It was a photo of Kyuhyun and Seohyun who were in the process of making out. It hurts her too much. She can't believe she got fooled by Kyuhyun. Her fate got twisted. Love was truly blind. Tears didn't fall. She already consumed all the water inside her body. She was alone. She was in need of help. She needs attention. She threw the ripped photos on the floor and dug her face on the couch. Reality is so bitter to her. It has been four months since she got raped. Four months since started she opening up to. Four months since she expected too much from him.
She loved him. She always will. She bore everything Kyuhyun did to her. The pain Kyuhyun brought to her was tolerated and Sungmin never thought of taking revenge, not once. She didn't regret on marrying him and she didn't regret loving him. Life is cruel, it's a fact. She headed to their room. It's true, they shared their room together. They promised to each other when they first bought the place that they would always sleep together even though they have arguments to discuss. And when the night comes and they are tucked in bed, Kyuhyun would be the first to apologize, just like how he does when they have misunderstood each other during their early days as a couple.
He remained sweet and sometimes mushy if he is in the mood. Though he becomes like that when they are in, lulling themselves to sleep, his concentration is on Seohyun or his new partner.
The door opened. Kyuhyun entered the place, not even muttering a greeting to his wife. He headed to their bedroom and locked the door. Nothing has changed, Sungmin thought to herself, lighting another stick of cigarette.
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Evening came and Sungmin finished cooking so she knocked on their bedroom's door, opening the door only to spot Kyuhyun on his territory. He was seated on his swivel chair, wearing glasses and playing on his laptop. "Kyuhyun, dinner is ready," Sungmin muttered and closed the door once she saw Kyuhyun move a bit. "I'll be out," He replied as he removed his spectacles. With that, they met in the kitchen. Sungmin cooked a simple meal which consists of steamed pork, sautéed vegetables and kimchi fried rice. The table was neatly set when he went out. They ate silently but Kyuhyun can't accept that the fact that Sungmin is drowning herself with alcohol. He unconsciously banged his spoon on the table to get her attention. His eyes were closed but he knew that those beautiful doe-like eyes are staring at him confusingly.
"Clean your mess on the living room," He ordered before swallowing a spoonful of rice. Once his eyes opened, Sungmin's own pair was glistening with tears. It was obvious that she was trying to hold back her tears. His grip on the chopsticks loosened while the feeling of guilt took over him. Sungmin swallowed everything Kyuhyun said. She looked at her plate which was already empty, "Okay, I'll go clean it now." The latter grabbed her by wrist when she passed by. He stared intently at her and blinked when he saw a tear roll down her cheek. Sungmin quickly wiped it off with her palm and shoved him away. Kyuhyun stood up and assisted her in cleaning to broken glass, "Eat first. We'll clean this up together."
Sungmin continued, her fingers started to bleed when she got contact with the broken glass, "I lost my appetite, just continue eating." That didn't stop Kyuhyun, though. He wiped the red liquid on her fingertips with his shirt and stopped her from sobbing. "No, I'll go when you go," Kyuhyun requested as she looked at her lovingly. Sungmin didn't comply with what he said but instead, she continued on picking the glass. They finished it in silence and when Kyuhyun stood up to throw the plastic bag filled with wrecked glass.
"Kyuhyun, why the heck are you being like this?" Sungmin yelled and stomped her foot harshly. She has no intention of starting a fight but it's now or never. She might not have the chance to do this anymore ad she might regret missing this chance. Kyuhyun turned around when he heard her scream, eyes landing on her own orbs once he did, "Why?" He asked, oblivious of what was happening to his wife. It was something new to him. Sungmin being tough is actually a scene not to be missed. "You must really be dumb or are you really like this? I know you have been busy going out with that bitch and you and Seohyun are in a stable relationship but please, can you at least pay attention to me as well? Kyuhyun that is the only thing I ever wanted from you," Sungmin claimed, tears fell as soon as Kyuhyun purposely dropped the bag and his hands turned into a ball.
"Sungmin, I talked to you about this. Why bring this topic up? Stop talking about her like that. I warned you to not go near her and I don't have to repeat myself," Kyuhyun replied and advanced to their bedroom. He can't hide his anger especially now when Sungmin was challenging him, giving him a taste of his own medicine. "Why? Am I not allowed to know where you go during the day? Kyuhyun, I'm your wife. Let's hope that you don't forget that," She retaliated, held Kyuhyun by the wrist and turned him around when a slap landed on her cheek. She brought her hand on it and aided it but her grip on his wrist tightened, fearing the latter with her unknown strength. Finding the courage to answer again, she looked down and muttered, "I'm pregnant."
Kyuhyun heard her. It was clear even though it was barely a whisper. She was carrying a child, what does he expect from the woman he raped? "It's been four months since I found out. I don't want you to know but, yeah," She informed him as she fiddled with her fingers. It was true, she wanted to file a divorce and take care of the child alone but she didn't ask for the father's opinion about it. If she would ask him, she can foresee his answer. She knows what he will do just to prevent her from carrying it. "Didn't you notice the change with my actions? I started to drink alcohol even though I'm pregnant. I smoke even if it's harmful to the child. You didn't realize, did you?" Sungmin added, tears covered her sight but wiped it with her towel. She looks so pitiful but Kyuhyun wouldn't give a damn about it.
"What do you want me to do? Stay in this dungeon and watch over you? God, you're all grown up and I bet you don't need someone like me to take care of you," His words stabbed Sungmin deeply. She just wanted him to be hers and hers alone. Can't she be selfish for once? Kyuhyun was hers first, after all. Tears kept on flowing and Sungmin decided to be silent, wanting the atmosphere to be quiet for once. But for Kyuhyun, he can't distinguish his feelings right now. He was glad that Sungmin was carrying a piece of him but why is he raging with anger? Shouldn't he celebrate with her? "I thought you know how much I care for our relationship, Kyuhyun but if I'm the only saving it, we better be separated. I thought that you would know that I want you to talk to me, to care for and to love me. I don't know why I decided to change into a person I never wanted to be but because of a certain reason, I have to. If we are like this, it's better to stop the marriage," Sungmin continued, mumbling every word she verbalized as her expression became serious.
Kyuhyun was on the verge of tears when she said something about divorce, well, not directly, but it something related to it. He loves her, loves her more than he ever loved Seohyun. If he had to be honest with himself, it was Sungmin who made his heart skip a beat. It was her whom he first fell for. And it was her who made him came back to his old self: the biggest playboy. "So? What's wrong with that," It was a lie. He said it because of his pride. He just let guard down easily. It was too hard to express his true feelings. He watched as her expression became weaker. He wanted to hug her and apologize while threading his fingers through her silky hair but because of his ego, it won't so easy to do those things he longed for.
The latter felt like fainting when the pain was suddenly felt on her belly so to cease the pain, she crouched down as her hand ran down to her stomach where her baby is located. No, this is normal, Sungmin. You must not show Kyuhyun that you’re weak. What's wrong?! Are you okay?!" Kyuhyun ran to her side when he saw sit down, screaming in pain. He panicked. What the hell is he supposed to do at time like this? Heck, now he is regretting that he didn't spend too much time with her. On the other hand, the latter felt some fluid ran down her thighs so she bit her lips when her tummy started throbbing. "Sungmin, you're bleeding!"
She heard that and saw Kyuhyun sobbing before darkness took over her.
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Sorry for this! I just thought of something that could be put into words and could be squeezed in a two shot. :))) Hope you guys would enjoy this~ I don't know when I will be able to post the next one. Comment please~