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can i get 9 with baekhyun please? thanks so much!!!

Hello, lovely Anon! Since the vibe wasn’t specified, I decided to try something melancholic for this one! Thank you for your request! I had fun writing this one!! I hope you enjoy! 😁

Word count: 2.4K

Warnings: TW: mentions of a toxic relationship, dangerous love.

Baekhyun X Reader

Neighbors AU

Melancholic Angst

9. “I’m not wasting my time on this.”

It felt weird to be single again. Your last relationship ended a few months ago and the odd solidarity was difficult to get used to, but it was so nice to get away from the piece of shit that was your last partner. It was never mutual, at best you were a glorified servant to that person and over time your resentment built for them until one day you just snapped. And it was ugly.

The tears, the screaming, the pushing them out of your home, throwing their belongings at them and slamming the door in their face. The entire neighborhood heard your break up and it was fucking bliss. Finally you were free of the shackles you had for years. But now, months later, you didn’t know what to do with yourself. Sure, you had work, but for so long you weren’t allowed hobbies or interests, and it was scary to get back into the dating scene. You ran the risk of meeting someone similar and you would much rather be single than go through that again.

After the anger subsided came longing. The desire to have someone love you and hold you the way you had always craved. This was always how your cycle of reminiscing started; pain, anger, longing, memories, and the craving of things returning to the way they were in your childhood. The sweet memories of running through the school halls with your friends, gossiping and talking about the hottest students, the way you were so certain you’d marry one of them and the awkward flirting that came with that certainty. Everything was so simple back then. You wished you had enjoyed more of that time.

Your days were mondain as they passed and eventually the stuffling apartment was too much to handle and you agreed to an evening out with your best friends. You listened to the music you weren’t previously allowed to, yelling the lyrics at the top of your lungs into the shampoo bottle as you got ready, your own private rebellion and it felt liberating. This night was about you taking back everything. This night was entirely about you, and you would not let anything get in your way. You wore the clothes you weren’t allowed to wear, ecstatic that the dusty pink cocktail dress still fit. The weight you’d gained over the years filled out the fabric in such a flattering way you were surprised. It looked good, which meant you were going all out. Makeup, heels, even your most expensive purse. All things you hadn’t used in years, and you felt like a celebrity. The confidence that exuded off you was like nothing you’ve ever felt.

You listened to the click of your heels, smiling in satisfaction as you pushed the button to the elevator and waited. The buzz in your hands read a small message from your friends, they were on their way to the club and would meet you shortly. It felt so nice to finally be leaving your house. Not only that, but looking like the goddess you knew you were.

You heard steps behind you and the quiet click of a door opening. With curiosity you turn to see your neighbor standing just outside his apartment, openly gawking at you with a large garbage bag in hand. Baekhyun had been your neighbor since you moved into that home. Long before you got into a relationship, and your friendship with the man was an odd one. He was often busy and didn’t leave his home outside of work. Yet on the holiday’s you’d been left alone he’d come celebrate with you. He’d smell your cooking and ask if you could trade ingredients. He’d spend hours at your house just talking and watching shows with you. At first you thought he liked you, even asked him about it one Christmas Eve.

“I think we’re both lonely,” was his response, “Lonely people have to stick together, right?”

You guessed that was that. Over time he became one of your closest neighbors, but he was out of town during your breakup. He must’ve just returned. You couldn’t help but laugh at his reaction. You knew you looked hot, but having that extra confirmation burned into your chest, already feeling drunk off the power you felt, “Take a picture, it’ll last longer.” The elevator dinged with life and the doors parted for you, shuffled footsteps stepped in with you.

“Damn, girl. He’s finally taking you out?” He was still admiring you and you refused to look, keeping your eyes forward as you fiddled with your purse. The bag smelled awful, how long had he waited to throw that away? You hoped it hadn’t been sitting in his apartment for the six months he’d been away.

You knew this topic would come up with Baekhyun at some point, so you normalized talking about it. Telling yourself in the mirror and as you did your laundry, reciting the words between emails at work and the words flowed naturally, “We broke up three months ago.” Still your throat tightened and you inhaled a breath. Your makeup was expensive and took two hours to get perfectly. There was no way you were going to cry over your years of lost time so you needed to move on quickly, “My girls are taking me out tonight so I’m gonna enjoy myself.” The silence was uncomfortable. You suddenly wished you had taken the stairs. Why was he so quiet? Sneaking a glance, you saw his face serious, eyes glued to you but he didn’t seem present. “Baek?” He blinked and cleared his throat, gently scratching at his temple.

“Sorry,” another soft cough, “That’s great. Guy was a piece of shit anyway. You look amazing.” He tried to hide it but you could hear the stiffness in his voice. You didn’t want to think about it, tonight was your night and you didn’t want to get caught up worrying about Baekhyun and the nasty trash bag he had been so inconsiderate enough to bring into that enclosed space with you. Not tonight. The doors opened into the quiet lobby and you stepped out, desperately needing the fresh air.

“Thanks!” You flashed him a smile, “I’ll see you later, then! Have a good night.” Something about the look on his face and the stiffness in his voice lingered in your mind as you made it outside of the complex, hailing a taxi and setting into the empty backseat all on auto drive. Why did he act like that? You told the driver where to go. He didn’t like you like that, right? Then why? ‘Lonely people have to stick together, right?’ Maybe he thought you were looking for another partner? Thoughts took up the entire ride, only when you heard the older man calling for you did you return to reality. Tonight was your night. Nothing would get in your way. All you needed were a few drinks to loosen up and maybe if you were lucky you could find a lover for the night. You had needs, after all.

Luckily your friends helped you skip the line and enter quickly, a table filled with drinks and snacks for the small group to thrive for hours. Erratic lights danced over the entire club and you could feel the buzz of music and voices against every bone in your body. How many drinks did you have? You’d lost count by the end of the night. It was well past midnight and your friends decided enough was enough. You all went your separate ways and the ride in the Uber was comfortable but the constant shaking made you slightly nauseous. How much further was it? Your head felt heavy on your neck. It was suddenly hard to hold it up and your back caved under the weight, flopping you to the side of the back seat. It was so comfortable you could almost fall asleep.

Fall asleep? In a stranger's car? You knew better than that and your determination to survive the night pulled your back. Your mother would praise you for being such a smart child in this situation and that brought a smile to your face. Someone called your name. “Mom?” With a glance to the side and you see your neighbor. He opened the Uber’s door, helping you out of the car. Even in sweatpants and a t-shirt he was handsome. White and black hair ducked into the car to get your bag. How sweet, he knew how expensive it was. How could you forget such an important thing?

Suddenly his brown eyes touched yours and he was coming closer, you groaned at the icy hands that held your shoulders. Your toes felt hot and stung as he led you back a few steps before pushing you down into a nearby bench. He dropped to his knees and started undoing the straps of your heels, your foot was bleeding on the side. It must’ve been a blister. It had been so long since you wore heels that you just assumed pain like that was normal. It hurt and it made you slightly sober up.

Brown eyes returned to yours after he removed your shoes. Baekhyun looked tired, his eyes slightly sunken in, and he was skinnier than before he left. His cheeks were less full and it made you kind of sad to see, you couldn’t help reaching out to touch his soft skin. You stayed like that for a moment before his fingers wrapped around your wrist and gently lowered it. “Can you walk? We have to get that cleaned up.” He looked around and said, "I don't want to leave you alone out here.” He cared about you. That fact wrapped itself around your heart and your eyes stung, your vision got blurry and you cried. For the first time in months you cried. Maybe you had too much to drink, usually you’d be mortified to shed a tear even in front of your friends.

Suddenly against something warm and solid and lifted up, you were on his back and Baekhyun brought you to his apartment. His warmth, his comfort, he smelled so good. You almost complained when he left you on his couch and disappeared somewhere into the apartment. His house was simply designed, lined with beautiful nudes and wood, and the couch felt soft under your touch. The colorful pillows made you happy to see them. You’d only been here a handful of times but it was always cozy to you. Your foot was aching distantly and you tried to ignore it. Maybe you’d been hurting longer than you realized.

Baekhyun came back with a small first aid kit and tossed a throw blanket in your lap before kneeling in front of you once more. “I was worried. You were out for so long.” His touch was so gentle as he cleaned your wound, so soft against your ankle, and the small pout on his lips as he focused. The way his eyes narrowed in as if he couldn’t afford to make a single mistake. Baek often dyed his hair for work but the white with black tips really looked good on him.

“You’re handsome.” The words came out before you could think about it and he instantly cracked a smile.

“I know.” He teased and finished wrapping up your foot, pushing himself up to sit next to you on the couch. That’s right, he didn’t think much of a compliment from you. You were just his neighbor after all. A neighbor he pitied and thought needed his help. “So,” he started after a moment. “You guys broke up? About time. I’m happy for you.” You hated the return to topic, all that drinking had gone to waste if you were going to continue to think about this. “Guess that means I can make a move now, huh?” That same teasing tone he always used was starting to irritate you. How could he say something like that so easily just to tease you?

You stood and gathered your things, suddenly much more sober than when you arrived. “I’m not wasting my time on this.” Now wasn’t the time to get involved with someone you knew wasn’t interested. “You don’t like me like that.” You weren’t used to that kind of honestly and after the words left your lips you felt a resounding feeling of dread. Those words felt forbidden, only to be kept in your mind but now he knew that you thought about that moment. You needed to get out of there. Now. Without looking at him, you beelined for the door.

“Who said that?” His soft tone made you stop, but he still hadn’t moved from the couch, clicking the little plastic box closed before he returned his eyes to yours.

“Lonely people stick together.” The words haunted behind your eyes and you repeated them to him. The way his teeth pulled at his lower lip was enticing.

“You were in a relationship,” he said, taking a few steps closer to you, but leaving enough space that you were free to leave whenever you wanted. “What else was I supposed to say? ‘Yes, I’ve been in love with you for years?’” You didn’t know if this was a joke to him, but he looked serious as far as you could tell. His words echoed in your ears. He’d been in love with you for years? What if this was all a cruel trick? But Baekhyun had never been cruel to you before.

Those chocolate eyes stared at you, that comfortable little smile on his lips, he was serious. “I don’t mind waiting. It’s a lot to ask all things considered. So let’s do things at your pace,” he slid his hands into his pockets, still allowing the safety gap between you, “I won’t waste your time. You deserve to be treated right, and I want to be that for you.” He hummed softly, “But I just want you to live your life happily. That doesn’t need to be with me. Just think about it?”

He was so honest. You could see the way his ears and cheeks flushed in nerves, but it seemed like that had been something he’d been thinking about for a while. It filled your stomach with butterflies and your heart was racing in your chest. “Okay.” Maybe you could learn to love again with time. And this time you’d make sure you were treated right.

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for-dramas-sake · 1 year

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My Favorite SHORT Dramas

My latest obsession in dramaland are mini dramas. They can go from 15 minutes to even 1 minute long per episode! 0_0 Here are my favorites!

The Only Girl You Haven’t Seen [MY FAVORITE SHORT DRAMA!]

An assassin is killed by her master and wakes up in the body a newly married bride to an idiot prince. But he’s not as dumb as he seems. These two go through multiple trials including war, disease and scheming princes not to mention their own secrets that threaten their marriage.

Both of them are cuties and their love is adorable and simple. But then they are both bad asses in their own right and kick a lot of ass in this show. I love not only them and their love, but their growth into their identities. They prove that power couples are still possible!

Maid’s Revenge [BEST CHEMISTRY!]

After the murder of her entire family, a girl becomes the maid of the man who killed them. She plots her revenge against him not knowing the full truth of what really happened or who is really responsible for her family’s deaths.

The main guy was perfect for this role: broody, commanding, sexy as hell and pining for the female lead. As for her, I like this actress after watching her in other cuter dramas so seeing her in this more serious drama made me appreciate her acting even more. There’s a lot of angst in this drama. You can drink with a straw. And the story’s not bad either.

Dangerous Love [WISH THERE WAS MORE!]

A little scaredy cat marries a scary duke who supposedly killed all of his previous wives! She is terrified of him, but he isn’t as scary as she thinks he is.

Another marriage life drama: this one with more comedy than The Only Girl. The girl has all these misunderstandings about her husband, and it doesn’t help that he doesn’t try all that hard to refute them. His way of winning her over is a bit different. The drama is silly but overall a great watch.

Love for Two Lives [CUTEST DRAMA!]

A modern girl suddenly finds that she is living next door to a king from an ancient country! He makes his queen to avoid marrying someone else. She comes in and modernizes the palace to the king’s enjoyment, but not everyone likes her or her “tricks”.

A refreshing story! What do you get when you mix old school palace royals with new technology? This story. It’s hilarious and you love all the characters. The two leads have natural chemistry and I so want a 2nd season!

The Little Wife of the General [STORIES ABOUT GENERALS ARE MY WEAKNESS]

A modern gal gets into an accident and becomes a general’s bride! The overbearing general doesn’t want her as his bride but with her fantastic cooking skills and her bright personality she slowly wins him over. There’s another gal who wants the general for herself and proves to be the thorn in everyone’s side about it.

I liked this drama pure for the story and the WHEN! This is a slow burn romance so relax, put up your feet and wait for the general to come around. There is plenty to like otherwise: the comedy, the foodie prince who is always eating and plot that keeps that story rolling.

Bossy Husband Who Loved Me [Season 1] [MOST CREATIVE!]

A novelist is pulled into her own story and in order to get out she has to progress the story along, BUT the main character in the novel, who is also her husband, can read her mind and thus foils all of her plans. She has to deal with the aftermath and has no idea he can hear her thoughts.

This drama wins just for creative writing. Any story with someone falling into a story, a game, another world, etc. I am interested to see what craziness happiness. For this drama, that someone is the novelist herself, but she can’t succeed with her husband ruining everything she does. This is just season 1 so their story isn’t done yet. Let’s bring on season 2 and all that comes with it!

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