018 LIFE

'watch carefully the magic that occurs when you give a person enough comfort to just be themselves.'

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time moves fast.

autumn has passed, winter has faded and Zelda is keen for spring.

Zelda remembers when the streets were painted with a sudden blanket of snow just as Christmas arrived, one that she'd be spending with her boyfriend. Zelda and her grandad got invited to Jimin's beauteous home where the love was unbearable, positive and buzzing with joy.

his parents welcomed them with open arms that squeezed their bodies, a fantastic dinner that smelled exactly the way Christmas should and it was a day Zelda wished would never end. she never would've thought she'd have someone to call hers at this time of the year- when the days end quickly, the celebration is shown throughout town- fairy lights and Christmas trees, snowflakes falling on her lovers rose cheeks. and when she looked across the room to see Jimin teaching her grandad about flowers as his parents kissed under the mistletoe, she knew she was extremely happy.

and she still is, all thanks to Jimin.

the new year came around with a fervid kiss at midnight and cheer from Zelda's new friends. the celebration was held at Euphoric Hearts where everyone held a glass of alcohol up to the ceiling as they cheered to a fresh start. everyone except Shira, Zelda and Namjoon who don't drink proudly but they all clashed their cups of coke together anyway.

it was enjoyable for Zelda to finally see her friends in action, to call them her friends and spend moments with them that she usually spent alone. she esteemed the way Jin initiated a group hug- tickling everyone's sides, Namjoon swaying his boyfriend from side to side, Talulah (the most drunk one) dancing on tables with Jungkook having no energy to shout as he sat behind his usual counter with a smile, Hoseok twerking as he sang loudly- complimenting everyone, Taehyung (also the most drunk) grinding against Jimin which made Zelda scream in joy actually but Jimin had other plans as he dragged Zelda to dance the night away. his hands on her waist as they leaned against each other tiredly.

Yoongi and Maeve passed the windows once, taking in the historical scene and Zelda was the only one who noticed. they waved and shyly smiled as they passed and Zelda did the same- feeling morose they couldn't join to an unresolved conflict.

and maybe Elianna walked past too. it was too sad to think about.

Jimin is a masterpiece on his own. but when it's drunk Jimin, Zelda really couldn't control her thoughts. she wanted to slap herself for thinking such ways.

Jimin's hair raking through his fingers, strands of blonde as he pushed his hair back to uncover his forehead. auburn eyes filled with thirst, turmoil and a type of scorching energy she's never witnessed. they darken easily, trailing up and down her figure as she walked over to him. alcohol in his body created a surge of electricity that made him laugh more, cling more, touch and kiss Zelda more and jump onto his friends' back whenever he could.

now it's spring and Zelda is doing what all people should do at this time of the year- visiting a certain florist.

so Zelda arrives, pushing open the door to Flores and the first thing she sees is a petite girl sat on the counter. her automatic response is to smile which she does, but in slight confusion.

the light of the sun shines in through the open blinds, cascading the flowers in baskets and bouquets- tight petals as they hold together with stems and leaves that are still growing. each side of the florist is busy with flowers, unrestrained plants that people pay attention to as soon as they walk inside. the till counter is a straight walk from the door and today it's occupied by someone that's not Jimin.

the child is sat alone, swinging her legs as she waves excitedly at Zelda who starts to walk towards her. she's about to ask the child if she's okay and if she's with anyone until Jimin appears. his blonde locks, beige eyes, adorable figure comes into view as he rushes with his steps.

his breathing is uneven as he appears by the child's side, taking in Zelda's appearance as she does a double take. he hands a red lollipop to the girl, leaning against the counter as he tries to catch his breath. "it's not what you think." Jimin says, gesturing to the random girl.

"this is Hoseok's kid." Jimin explains, content with his friends child enjoying the strawberry lollipop he had ran to retrieve. thank god for Taehyung who gave him one, nearly a year ago.

"really?"

yep- leaves Jimin's lips as he starts to clean the counter, placing away paperwork and cleaning up loose petals. "he's married happily and has this beautiful little girl." he smiles at her, patting the top of her hair which she takes no notice of- distracted by her sweet candy.

Zelda places her satchel at the side of the room, making eye contact with the girl who resembles her father. "you're right about that." she agrees with Jimin before greeting her with a long hi.

"hiiiiiiiiiiiiii." she answers straight away, holding her lollipop in her now sticky hands which Jimin sighs at. "are you the princess Jimin keeps talking about?" and Zelda feels her heart leap.

"ah he told you that?" Zelda doesn't make eye contact with her lover- knowing there's a flush on his cheeks, matching hers as he watches the adorable scene. "did he also tell you he's my prince?" she raises her brows, waiting for a reaction.

the child gasps. "really?"

Zelda nods, glancing at Jimin who's hand is pressed against his lips- his smile taking up his face as he giggles, his cardigan making him look even softer.

"i want to be a princess." she mumbles.

"you are." Jimin interrupts and picks the child up, twirling her around in circles which makes the room fill with innocence and rapture. the three of them enjoy each other's cheerful company in a lunch that is limited to a quick hour.

—

Zelda stands on the bus, looking around and noticing a few faces.

it's crazy how she knows everyone's love stories. she feels heavy with their heartache, intentional and unintentional, their past, present, future love, their colourless memories that keep them awake. she knows things she shouldn't know.

Hoseok, his fiancé and their daughter.

Yoongi who's stare is cold but his heart is mending. the man linked to Elianna and Jungkook and is back together with his one and only Maeve.

Taehyung and Talulah finding their way back to each other sweetly.

Jin has secrets- not knowing his friend Shira has always loved him, never having the faith to admit it to him. but it's too late because he's with a man that finally loves him again and it's mutual.

Jungkook is waiting for Elianna.

Elianna is never going back to Jungkook.

Jimin is hers and she is his.

—

Zelda arrives home, opening the door of her hush apartment.

she looks forward, ready to greet her grandad but the sight in front of her shocks her as she drops her bag.

her father sits with her grandad, sipping her chocolate and eating snacks.

her father. the one who went to the army and never came back.

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hoseok's story is still in my works? i keep pushing it away sksj
i'm just working on too much right now so when i'm motivated, i definitely will get that written for you guys!

i've written everyone's stories except for his smh and you're all probably wondering ?? he's married ??
daughter ?? what ??

anyway yay drama hi zelda's dad

wishing you all nothing but happy days
— A
still on hiatus and i miss my mutuals so much