CHAPTER XVIII (1/1)

m style="font-family:tahoma;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;">A month later… Tiffany put her bags down and inhaled the scent of her apartment. Apparently, Jessica told her that while she was in a coma, they tried to sell her apartment so that it'll be easier for them to move on if ever that she would die in the future. Luckily, somebody has saved her life, and she was able to live for the second time.Tiffany exhaled and smiled happily as the emotions overflowed of just seeing her apartment, "Good thing the last person who used this apartment left it clean. I don't have to lift a finger to clean this place!"Tiffany went straight to her bedroom and went back to the living room and sat comfortably on the couch. She lay on the couch and stared at the ceiling, she creased her forehead because she knew that there is something about this place that felt empty. She sat up and held her chest, she felt disappointed, frustrated and sad to the fact that she can't pin point the reason behind all of this melancholy.She needed something or perhaps, someone to be specific. But she didn't know who. Tiffany let out a deep sigh and decided to go to the roof top to clear her head. As soon as she arrived at the roof top, she could only leave her mouth agape. The place looked a lot better than it ever did before. It has transformed into a garden. A beautiful one to be exact."I hope if it's okay with you that I left a mark." Tiffany turned her head to the side and met her eyes with a petite woman with baby features"Uhhh… Yeah, s-sure" Tiffany looked at the place again, while the woman just smiled and went beside Tiffany, taking in a mouthful of breaths because of the stunning beauty that Tiffany possesses…"Thank you, F--Tiffany-sshi, for letting me stay in your apartment and for making me use your roof deck. I've never been happier these past few months"Tiffany tried to look at the woman beside her who was now only looking at the horizon while smiling. Tiffany, felt butterflies in her stomach just by staring at this woman. For a second there, she felt that she was already complete, as if the emptiness that she felt earlier were washed away"I'm sorry… But who are you?"The woman looked at Tiffany and met the latter's eyes. The woman couldn't help it, but feel her heart beating fast with the semi-close contact. The woman gulped and just smiled at Tiffany"You really couldn't remember?" Tiffany cocked a brow while the woman just sighed, "I'm Taeyeon. Kim Taeyeon. The person you met when you woke up at the hospital?"Tiffany snapped her fingers, "Oh! Now I remember… That was you?!"Taeyeon nodded, "Hmm… That was me…""Then what are you doing up here?""I'm the one who stayed at your apartment while you were away. And when I saw your roof deck empty and lifeless, I've decided to put some life into this place""Oh…" Taeyeon creased her forehead, "Y-you don't mind right Tiffany-sshi?"Tiffany waved her hands in front of Taeyeon, "Oh no, no, no… I don’t mind, really! I think you just did enough. I think I should be the one thanking you for taking care of this place"Taeyeon shook her head, "If only you knew" the latter mumbled"I'm sorry?" Taeyeon smiled gently, "Nothing. I just thought of leaving. You know, to give your privacy back"Hearing those from Taeyeon, Tiffany couldn't help but feel disappointed about the latter's departure. Why would she even feel that when she just met the girl a month ago and today. It's not like they knew each other right?Just as about Taeyeon left, Tiffany held the latter's wrist, "Yes? Did you forget to tell me something?"Tiffany sighed and looked at Taeyeon again, who was now looking at her confusingly, "Have we met somewhere before? Other than the hospital incident?""No… I'm afraid that was the only time" Tiffany felt dissatisfied, "Are you sure Taeyeon-sshi?" "Very. Why? Is there something bothering you?"Tiffany let Taeyeon's wrist go, "Nothing. I just have this strange feeling that I met you somewhere. But I just can't seem to pin point that out…"Taeyeon sighed and smiled at Tiffany, "What? Do I look some kind of weirdo to you now Taeyeon-sshi?""No. If you don't mind again Tiffany-sshi if you could just do one more favor for me, is that okay?"Tiffany bit her lip in hesitation but nodded anyway, "Okay. Could you please close your eyes?""You're not gonna do anything funny right?" Taeyeon chuckled at Tiffany, "No I won't. So could you do it now?""Sigh… Fine whatever" Tiffany closed her eyes while Taeyeon inhaled deeply and went closer to the latter. Taeyeon stared at Tiffany's facial features for the last time and then cupped the latter's cheeks and gently kissed her…Tiffany shot her eyes open. She saw that the other girl's eyes were closed, she didn't thought of responding, but it's as if her body has a mind of its own and decided to give in. She snaked her arms on Taeyeon's waist and kissed each other for the remaining minute…Taeyeon pulled away and rested her forehead on Tiffany's while looking at her deeply. She smiled a loving smile at Tiffany and hugged the latter tightly. And before she pulled away, she whispered her last few words for Tiffany before she left, "Shoot for the moon Fany-ah, and even if you miss, you'll land among the stars"Taeyeon pulled away and smiled at Tiffany and left her there, standing in the midst of the garden. Tiffany touched her lips, "Who are you to me Taeyeon-sshi?" *** Weeks have passed since her meeting with Taeyeon, Tiffany had the same cycle of her life every day, and the only difference is that, now she has been promoted as the head doctor of her department. And now, she was once again in her office all alone with nothing much to do. Tiffany decided to rummage in her contacts and landed at a familiar number… She thought for a second but decided to call anyway--Hello?--Hey Jessi… How's it going?--Oh, nothing. Same old, same old… You?--The same… Listen, can I come over to your house this weekend? I have something important to ask--And this is about?--That girl… Taeyeon-sshi? The last tenant who occupied my place--Oh! Kim Taeyeon-sshi… What about her?--Well… Ugh… I'll just come so we can talk about this matter properly, okay Jessi?--Sigh, fine! Oh, call you back later sweetie, I have to take care of my lovely daughter… See you on the weekends okay?--Yes ma'amAnd with that, the phone call ended. Tiffany never felt so determined about knowing some girl's identity… She has the urge to know what does Taeyeon has that just made an impact to her… A knock could be heard on the door. Another patient needs her… *** Tiffany took a seat in the Kwon's dining area. The day she's finally been waiting for is here, she needs some answers right now or else she'd be left completely empty forever. Jessica took a seat in opposite of Tiffany. Tiffany was in a trance while Jessica looked at the latter intently and decided to break the ice"Ahem…" Tiffany snapped back to reality, "What is this matter with Taeyeon?""Uhh… You see… We met the time I got back to my apartment and then I went to the roof top""Okay…""And then we met there and we kissed and----"Jessica stood up suddenly and widened her eyes at Tiffany, "YOU WHAT?!""We kissed… Is that a bad thing Jessi?""YES IT'S BAD THING! YOU GUYS JUST MET!""Didn't we meet at that time in the hospital?""Oh… Right… Ahem… She saved your life… I'm sorry I forgot" Jessica regained her composure and took her seat again"Yeah… Anyhow… Jessi, when we kissed, I never felt so complete in my entire life. All this while I thought I was, but when I met her, she made me think twice about my life again…""…""I mean, I have a great job, a great place to live in, and a great family that loves me a lot. Come to think of it, I already thought my life was perfect. But something was always missing. What could that be Jessi?"Jessica tapped her index finger on her chin and took sip from her coffee, "You see Tiffany sweetie. I used to think like you way back when, but then I met Yuri. An idiot or not, but that woman just made my life seem to be so perfect even if it's beyond from perfect, she made me really happy like I never was before…""You think that's what I feel for Taeyeon-sshi?""Yeah… I guess. But it's up to you if she really is the one you want… It's bad to make hasty decisions of choosing people to be part of your life forever… You choose wisely my dear, or you'll lose that happiness you're aiming for"Tiffany let out a deep sigh, "But I don't know where to find her"Just before Jessica says something, Yuri has arrived at the dining room. "Hey! You're here" Yuri planted a gentle kiss on Jessica's lips before giving one on Tiffany's cheeks"Hey, why the long face? Did someone hurt our Tiffany?""No. She's having girl problems""PMS?" Jessica knocked Yuri's forehead, "No stupid, she's having love problems"Yuri held her forehead, "Well you could've just said so instead of using girl problems"Jessica pouted then put a gentle kiss on Yuri's forehead, "Okay. I'm sorry, you happy?""Kind of?" Yuri smiled widely at Jessica, while the latter just shook her head and decided to lean in and give Yuri a kiss. While Tiffany, just sat there awkwardly watching the couple kiss intimately in front of her"Uhh, guys… I'm still here" Yuri quickly pulled away and scratched the back of her neck, "Sorry Tiffany… I forgot""No need to be sorry, you always forget anyway" Yuri blushed more in embarrassment while Jessica tried to contain her laughter"Anyhow, Yuri-yah, I think you're the one who could help her with these love problems. You're expert on these kinds of things" Jessica smiled sweetly at Yuri while the latter just nodded at her and took a seat opposite of Tiffany"Oh wait! Before we continue this conversation, I have a thing to announce""That is?" Jessica cocked a brow while Tiffany took a sip from her coffee, "My friend has an exhibit next week. She's sent invitations to us; would you guys want to come?""Which friend is that Yuri?""Taeyeon of course!" Tiffany couldn't help it but spit out all of the coffee she has in her mouth on Yuri's face, "T-T-Taeyeon?! You know Taeyeon?"Yuri wiped her face, "Yeah… She's a very close friend of mine, why?" Jessica put her hand on Yuri's shoulder, "Told you, you're the perfect person for her dilemma" *** The garden exhibit drew vast crowd, all wanted to see the beauty of Kim Taeyeon's work. For every different room, was a different design that just left the people in awe…  It was the first time in history of their company to hold something like this and never again in many years…Taeyeon received a pat on her back for a job well done, "You did great kid. All of your hard work paid off, maybe now, many people would want to have their gardens modified"Taeyeon chuckled at her boss' remark, "Maybe they would sir. I would be glad if that were to happen""Oh well, we all would Taeyeon. We all would." Taeyeon smiled at her boss and watched the people come and go in the room. She hasn't seen the people she's wanted to see for the rest of the day, leaving her hopeless of seeing someone she's been yearning forTaeyeon's boss has now excused himself, leaving her alone in the garden. Minutes later, she could see some familiar faces from afar; she couldn't help herself but smile.Taeyeon was greeted by a warm hug, "Hey bud, sorry we're late. Our little Yoong had a hard time letting my lovely wife go so yeah…" Yuri pulled away and smiled awkwardly at Taeyeon"No, I understand Yoong, even if I had a beautiful mom like Jessica, I really wouldn't let her go"The duo just chuckled at each other and then Taeyeon finally hugged Jessica, "It's good to see you around princess" Taeyeon pulled away, "How's the fashion business?""It's doing better than your gardens" Taeyeon chuckled at Jessica's remark and smiled warmly at the couple. She let out a sigh, disappointed of not being able to see Tiffany"If you wanted to see her, she's just on the other room. She liked the sight of the stars"Taeyeon's face lift up and smiled widely at the couple before going towards the other room. The couple sighed as they held hands, "You think she'll succeed today?""I don't know Yul, but I just hope she would. She makes my sister happy"Yuri smiled and squeezed Jessica's hand, "Come 'on and let's appreciate the kid's work""Ugh! More walking?! Seriously Kwon?!" *** Meanwhile, Taeyeon panted as she arrived at the next room. She arrived at the night themed garden, wherein the whole place was painted with stars, making it look like it only existed on night time. The beauty of it was the most breathtaking for Tiffany. Taeyeon saw the latter sitting at the small gazebo and before she went towards Tiffany's direction, she made sure she looked good and went towards Tiffany.Tiffany on the other hand, was too busy admiring the whole garden to even notice that somebody was already right in front of her"Ahem" Tiffany once again, snapped back to reality, "May I sit beside you?"Tiffany could only look at Taeyeon with her mouth agape, "I'll take that as a yes" Taeyeon sat comfortably beside Tiffany and looked around the place, "Hmm... I never thought you'd come Tiffany-sshi""I-uh, never thought so too" Taeyeon chuckled at Tiffany, "Somebody told me that you liked the sight of stars? Was that true?"Tiffany smiled, "Yeah, I like it very much. It calms me whenever I see it. Just like with the city lights""Ahh…" Silence fell between them. They don't know what to say to each other, but Tiffany was just so eager to know a few things, so she decided to break the ice, "Why would you kiss me Taeyeon-sshi?""What?""Back at my roof deck, why would you kiss me?" Taeyeon gulped the lump in her throat, she wasn't prepared to answer that one, "I mean, we just met and all. We barely know each other. Kisses are only for the people you love right?"Taeyeon smiled, "And that's why I kissed you.""What?""I kissed you because I love you…""But we just met" Taeyeon shook her head, "You just think we did, but we don't. I don't know how to explain it to you, but let's just say we know each other a lot. Look, maybe I can't tell you how we met right now, tomorrow, or maybe forever, but I know for sure that I love you and I think that it's the only thing that matters to me the most…"Tiffany just stared at Taeyeon, "I make you feel complete don't I, Tiffany-sshi?"Tiffany looked away from Taeyeon, "I don't know… Actually, whenever I see you, I could feel a whole zoo going on inside my body, it's not just butterflies" The duo chuckled over Tiffany's statement"Yul told me a lot about you Taeyeon-sshi, but it feels like it's not enough to know things about you from another person…" Tiffany gazed at Taeyeon, who was now staring right back at herTaeyeon sighed deeply, "Okay, how about this… Would you like start all over again? Put everything in the past and start anew? Would you like that?"Tiffany bit her lip, but smiled at Taeyeon anyway, "Yeah… I think I would want that…""Okay then…" Taeyeon cleared her throat and extended her hand for Tiffany to hold, "Hi, my name is Taeyeon. Kim Taeyeon."Tiffany took Taeyeon's hand and shook it, "I'm Tiffany. Tiffany Hwang.""So Tiffany-sshi" Taeyeon stood up and smiled at Tiffany, "Would you like to grab some coffee?"Tiffany stood up and linked arms with Taeyeon, "I'd love to…" The end… [A/N: I know you hate me for this abrupt ending... I'm ready for your tomatoes guys *closes eyes* Anyhow, I hate myself for giving you this lame chapter, it's no justice... I'll find a way to make it up to you guys, you have my word for it ;) Summer's in my country, it's so freakin' hot in here I wish I could be a man for a day so that I could just remove my shirt and lie down for the whole day... God, how I really wish... Anyways, I'm about to start a new fic in a week or two? But it's not TaeNy anymore... I'm sorry once again guys for missing out a lot but thank you anyways for the support.Thnak you so much to the subs, the commentators and everything... You make me feel complete ^_^]