BACK TO YOU

"Who is it?" Kyungsoo called from the living room.

At first Baekhyun's body was numb, but then he felt a spike of anger shoot through him. "Well, I can tell you one thing for sure, it's not the pizza delivery guy." Chanyeol gave him a confused look and Baekhyun just crossed his arms in response. "What are you doing here?" Baekhyun asked curtly.

"I wanted to talk," Chanyeol said softly, his eyes burning with sincerity.

And Baekhyun just couldn't help but glare at him as he snapped, "Well, I for one think we did enough talking. And if you really think an apology is going to fix the fact that you accused me of cheating, then you have another thing coming, Mr. Park Chanyeol!" Baekhyun finished with at a yell.

Chanyeol flinched at his tone and furrowed his brow as he softly muttered, "Baekhyun, please! I talked to Taeyeon and she explained everything. I'm so sorry I didn't believe you."

Baekhyun gritted his teeth and snapped, "Yeah, and I explained everything to you as well! But what did you still do? Accuse me! You wouldn't even listen to me, Chanyeol! Do you have any idea how much that hurt and still hurts me?"

"Baekhyun, plea—"

"No Chanyeol, I'm not going to forgive you. You wanted a break, and guess what? You're getting it!" Baekhyun yelled before slamming the door in Chanyeol's face.

The sound of the slammed door resonated in the air like a heavy cloud. And a moment later, Kyungsoo broke the silence by murmuring, "Baekhyun? Did you just break up with Chanyeol for good?" Kyungsoo whispered the last two words.

Baekhyun shook his head and with a huff he dropped back onto the couch as he replied, "No. I'm merely giving him what he wanted."

"But don't you still love him?" Luhan tenuously asked.

Baekhyun nodded. "Yes, I still love him."

"Then why are you . . . doing what you're doing?" Kyungsoo wondered.

"Because I want to hurt him like he hurt me, and after two days or so, I'll forgive him," Baekhyun said.

"Baek, doesn't that seems just a bit . . ." Luhan trailed off.

"Cruel," Kyungsoo finished. "Baekhyun, you're being a jerk by making him believe you don't want him."

Baekhyun laughed humorlessly and said, "Kyungsoo, I do want him. I just want Chanyeol to feel my pain like when he accused me of cheating."

"But what if this plan backfires, Baek?" Luhan asked. "Then what will you do? I mean, what if Chanyeol really believes you want to break up and decides to do something . . . I don't know, drastic? Like moving! Or even quitting his job and moving!"

Baekhyun laughed, but it sounded forced as Luhan's words filled him with worry. Chanyeol wouldn't actually move or leave me just because I said I want to go with his "Taking a break idea" would he? Baekhyun wondered semi-nervously. I know he's impulsive, but that impulsive?

"I don't want to talk about this anymore," Baekhyun said. "Let's just finish the movie . . ."

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The next morning when Baekhyun woke up his throat hurt and his voice was scratchy. He rubbed his face and felt moisture, and realized a moment later he had been crying in his sleep. He sighed and glanced over at his phone, grabbing it to see if he had any new messages. He had one from his mom, who wanted to know when he was coming for a visit. Two from Taeyeon; and one from Chanyeol.

Baekhyun's heart clenched as he opened the one from Chanyeol, that read:

From: Yeollie! 😘
To: BabyBaekkie 💕

Did you mean what you said? Do you really want a break? Please? Please, tell me you only said that because you were mad. Please, tell me you don't mean it. I was stupid. I wasn't thinking. I messed up, Baekhyun. But I'll fix it. I just need to hear you say three words. I'd do anything for you. And . . . if you really mean it, I'll — I'll even leave you alone. I'll give you space. I hope you didn't mean it. I hope to see you today. I miss your smile. I miss your warmth. I miss *you*, Baek. Please, I love you.

Baekhyun felt tears rolling down his cheeks. He couldn't possibly stay mad, not when Chanyeol did something like this. He may be an idiot, but he was Baekhyun's idiot, and he missed his idiot dearly.

Baekhyun quickly wiped his face and threw on a clean T-shirt and pants before quickly brushing his teeth, ignoring his bedhead as he hurriedly ran into the living room and jumped on Kyungsoo who was sleeping on his couch. Luhan was laying on the floor surrounded by all the blankets and pillows from the night before, softly snoring.

Kyungsoo groaned and incoherently mumbled. Baekhyun poked his cheek and murmured into his ear, "Kyung, I need some advice."

Kyungsoo moaned and mumbled, "Fuck, Baek. It's too earlier for this shit. What do you want?"

"I need advice," Baekhyun repeated quietly.

"About what?" Kyungsoo mumbled tiredly.

"Dating advice."

Kyungsoo's eyes popped open widely at that and he pushed Baekhyun off as he hissed, "What!? Why do you need advice from me? Can't you ask Luhan instead?"

Baekhyun shook his head and murmured, "I would have, but I need someone who isn't afraid to hurt my feelings."

Kyungsoo rolled his eyes and grumbled, "So, of course, you thought of me."

"Naturally," Baekhyun muttered. "But anyway, Chanyeol sent me a message asking if I meant everything I said."

"Which you don't," Kyungsoo interjected.

Baekhyun nodded. "Exactly, but the thing is, I wanted to give it a day or so before I forgave him. But then he sent me this long ass message explaining how he felt and I just don't think I can go through with my plan. What should I do?"

"I say let the bitch suffer," Kyungsoo grumbled. "Now, can I get back to sleep?"

Baekhyun gasped and smacked his arm. "Kyungsoo! I'm being serious! I don't know what to do."

Kyungsoo sighed and rolled back over as he said, "Fine! Do you love him?"

Baekhyun nodded and without a hint of hesitation he replied, "Of course."

"Then forgive him. He obviously feels bad if he spent the time to send you a long message explaining himself," Kyungsoo muttered.

Baekhyun nodded and mumbled, "Yeah, you're right. And I don't like being away from him. It hurts knowing that he's in pain because of me. He just made me so mad though. But it's inevitable, I can't stay away from him any longer. Okay, Soo, I'm going to go see him. When you guys are awake you can eat something and hang out here or go home if you want, I guess. It's up to you." And then Baekhyun hugged Kyungsoo, who complained until he released him, then Baekhyun was waving goodbye before he softly shut and locked his front door.

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Author's Notes

Hello, lovelies!

Another update here!

So Baekhyun is going to apologize. Should he? Or should he let Chanyeol grovel for a little while longer? *laughs*

Anyway, I hope you enjoyed the update! Please don't forget to vote, comment, and share with your friends. Thank you!!!

Anyway, until next time.... 🌸🌸

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BunnyBaekkiee ❤️