Y/n sighed deeply as she sipped her watermelon smoothie, prepared by Miss Kang. Seol was babbling happily in her own language, playing with her toys spread out on the living room floor. Y/n sat on the couch, keeping a watchful eye over Seol. It had been a week since their intense conversation with Jungkook, and since then, he seemed to have disappeared every time Y/n was around.

It hurt, more than she wanted to admit. Jungkook's avoidance felt like he was tossing her aside again, despite his recent acknowledgment of his mistake. At night, when Y/n woke up for water or any small thing, she would often find him sitting on the couch, lost in his thoughts. If she happened to pass by, he would abruptly stand up and retreat to his room in haste.