Chapter Nine: Birthday Surprise
Taehyung's POV
"What the hell are all of you doing in my room this early?"
I glared at each one of them. They just roll their eyes and Jungkook pull my blanket to the floor.
"Hey!" I was about to grab Jungkook to hit him but then Yoongi-hyung pulled me until my ass landed on the floor making a loud thud.
"What the hell is wrong with you guys?"
I said as I rubbed my ass. I glared at Jimin who kicked my leg.
"Get your ass up there and go take a shower. We're going somewhere"
"Where?"
"It's a secret. You'll know soon"
Seokjin-hyung and Hoseok-hyung both pull me to the bathroom. What's with them and pulling?
Once they close the door and lock it, I stripped and turn on the shower.
I sighed. I should still be having my beautiful sleep right now. I'm too tired from last night's practice and I can feel my whole body aches. But they decided to interrupt my sleep.
When I'm done showering, I step out of the bathroom. I was drying my hair with a towel. I spotted some clothes laying on my bed and a note beside it. I picked it up and read.
Wear these clothes and go to this address. Don't forget to wear a mask and a cap. Especially a coat, its cold outside. We already went because you're so slow. Take care!
From your worldwide handsome hyung, Kim Seokjin
I shake my head. I'm not that slow in the shower. It's been only 20 minutes.
Other way, I wore the clothes Seokjin-hyung prepared for me and put my mask and cap on. I also wore a coat because I know once Seokjin-hyung found out I didn't wear any, he'll be mad.
I locked the door on our dorm and off to go. I just rode a bus since they left me alone.
I look outside the window. I wonder what my members are planning now. I glance at the address in my hand.
Paw Cafe
I know this place even though I haven't been there. I always to come here with Yeontan but because of our busy schedules, I haven't got a chance.
The bus stop. I got out and walk for a couple of minites before I arrived at the cafe.
I stand in front of the door. That's weird...
I look around the shop but everything's close. Maybe Seokjin-hyung gave me the wrong address? But Seokjin-hyung never been mistaken, or maybe because he's getting older? I chuckled at my own thoughts. If Seokjin-hyung will know about my thoughts, I'm sure he'll smack me in the head and will keep blubbering at me.
I sighed. Maybe I'll just call Seokjin-hyung.
I took my phone out of my pocket and was about to call Seokjin-hyung but then it began ringing.
Worldwide Handsome Hyung 🤩🤩 calling...
I answered it. "Hyung"
"Hmm... Where are you?"
"I'm at the address you gave me, but, it looks like it's closed today. Did you perhaps gave me the wrong address?"
"You're already here?!"
I crumble my face and slightly pull my phone away from my ear because of Seokjin-hyung's shout. I can also hear some shattering background. It looks like Seokjin-hyung hit something.
"Are you alright, hyung?"
"Ha?.. Ah... Yeah... I'm alright. Ahmm..... Just wait there until I'll send you a message to come in. Hmm?"
"Hyu–" *toot*-*toot*
I purse my lips into thin line when he hang up on me. I sighed. Guess I don't have a choice but to wait here. I sit on the bench outside the cafe and.
I waited and waited and waited and waited and waited and waited. That's it.
I stand up and walk toward the door. I knocked and I swear, I heard a shriek from the inside but was cut off.
"Hyung?! Are you in there?" I called.
I heard some noises in the inside before Seokjin-hyung replied.
"Come in"
I open the door and my eyebrows furrowed when it's so dark.
"Hyung?" I called but no one answered.
I slowly walk forward until I feel something hit on my forehead. Because it's dark, I couldn't see anything and so, I slowly raised my hand upward until I got a hold of something that looks like a string. I pull it and the next thing happened shocked me.
"Happy 23rd Birthday!!!"
I was still frozen in my spot as I stare the people in front of me.
"Happy Birthday -Taehyunggie~~"
Hoseok-hyung and Jimin hugged me. I hugged them back still trying to process what's happening. One by one, my members greeted me.
"Why aren't you saying anything?" Namjoon-hyung asked.
I smiled awkwardly and scratch the back of my head.
"The truth is, I forgot that today is my birthday"
"What? Wahh~~ you're getting older hyung" Jungkook
"So haven't suspected us of having a surprise party for you?" Yoongi-hyung.
I shook my head. "No. That's why I'm wondering about your weird actions since this morning"
"How come you forgot you're own birthday?" Seokjin-hyung.
"I lost track of the date? We've been very busy these past few days."
"That's why you forgot you're own birthday" Jimin.
"That's okay. At least our surprise is successful!" Namjoon-hyung.
The rest agreed. I look around the cafe. Everything is well organized. Every corners had a balloon and there's also a wall decorated with a 'Happy Birthday' banner and my pictures. Below the banner is a table full of foods, especially my favorites one.
"You've prepared all of this?" I asked.
"Yeah. But not just us, red velvet members also help us"
"Red velvet? They help you?"
"Yup. All of these are Sooyoung's idea"
"Sooyoung?"
"Hmm. She said that you've mention that you want to come to this cafe but you have no time. That's she suggested to celebrate your birthday here"
I smile and I can feel something caressed my heart. I look around again. All of these our Sooyoung's idea.
"But where are they?"
Namjoon-hyung look at his watch. "They should be here in any minute"
I nodded. Looks like I have to wait.
"Okay, guys! Listen up!"
We all turn to look at Namjoon-hyung.
"Since we still have to wait for them, why don't we play with the puppies for now? Jungkook, get the puppies"
Jungkook went inside a room and went out holding two cages with puppies inside.
Both I and Jimin rush to the puppies once they were freed on the mattress laying on the floor.
"Hey guys, I also brought Holly with me"
Yoongi-hyung said, carrying Holly coming out from the same room Jungkook went in. The others also brought their pets.
I pouted. "If I have known, I should have brought Yeontan with me"
Hoseok-hyung patted my back. "It's okay. You'll see him soon"
I just pouted more.
"Oh! They're here!"
We all turn our heads on the when it opened.
"Hi" Seungwan-noona greeted.
All of us stand up and greeted every Red Velvet members. Jungkook went to Yerim and head lock her.
I looked for Sooyoung but I couldn't spot her.
"Happy Birthday Taehyung-ah"
"Thank you, Seulgi-noona"
"If you're looking for Sooyoung, don't worry she'll come. She just have something to stop on the way"
"Ahhh"
She went to play with the puppies together with Seungwan-noona and Joohyun-noona. We continue to play with the puppies until the door busted open.
"Happy Birthday Taehyung-oppa!"
A smile spread on my lips when I saw Sooyoung. I quickly stand up and hug her.
"Thank you, Sooyoung. For preparing all of these for me"
"You're welcome, Oppa"
We stay like that for awhile until I feel someone pull my sweater from the back.
"We're hurt Taehyung. You didn't hug us when we greeted you" Seokjin-hyung.
My face heated and chuckle nervously.
"Just let him Seokjin. It's his birthday after all. He can hug whoever he want. Don't be just a grandpa"
Seokjin-hyung dramatically gasped at what Joohyun-noona said.
"Me? Grandpa? Do I look like a grandpa to you? With this handsome face of mine? You must need an eyeglass"
Joohyun-noona rolled her eyes. "Whatever"
"Oppa"
I look at Sooyoung. "Why?"
She just smiled and raised both of her hands.
"Yeontan!" I cheered and took Yeontan from her.
"Wahh... She's beautiful. Just like her owner"
She playfully fliped her hair. "Of course"
Both of us chuckle. "Anyway, how come you have Yeontan?"
"Hmm? He's been with since last night"
My eyes widened. "Last night? Really?"
She nodded.
"I also brought Haetnim with me" She said and raised her white puppy.
"Wahhh... She's beautiful. Just like her owner"
She playfully fliped her hair. "Of course. I am her one and only beautiful mother"
Both of us chuckle.
"It's time for the candle blowing!!!"
Everyone of us gathered near the table as Jungkook light the candles. They all sing a happy birthday song after.
"Make your wish now"
I smiled and close my eyes. After having my wish, I blow the candle and everyone cheered.
"Let's all eat!"
The day went well. We had played some games. Eat, joke and tease each other. They even prepared for a video call for my family. They gave me gifts. Even the Red Velvet members had prepared.
"Okay, in the left side, are the girls, and in the right sides are boys. Is that alright? Any objections?"
"We had no objections, Namjoon" Wendy.
"Okay, well then, let's all go to sleep"
Everybody settled themselves in their blankets and went to sleep.
They've also planned to have a sleepover here on the Cafe. Everybody has brought their pajamas with them, except of me, ofcourse. But I'm glad Seokjin-hyung already brought mine or else I'll be sleeping with the same clothes.
I sighed. I couldn't sleep. I decided to go out. I look up and look at the starry stars in the sky.
"Why are you still up?"
I got startled and turn around. I saw Joy in her green pajama hugging her coat. She walk over and sit beside me.
"I'm not yet sleepy. How about you?"
"I woke up when you opened the door"
"I'm sorry. You should go back to sleep"
"It's okay. I'll accompany you here"
She smiled at me and I blushed. I cleared my throat and look at the sky to hide my face.
"The sky is so beautiful"
I heard her say. I glance at her. She was hugging her knees while looking at the sky. She's so cute. With her green pajama, messy bun hair and both her lips and cheek are pink because of the cold weather.
"Oppa"
I blinked. "Yes?"
"Turn around"
My eyebrows furrows. "Why?"
"Just turn around"
She pushed my shoulder slightly. I turn around.
"Why do you want me to turn around?" I asked.
But instead of answering me, I feel something cold in my neck.
"Sooyoung...."
"Happy Birthday, Taehyung"
I touch the necklace and I can feel my heart racing in my ribcage. But it almost burst out when I feel her arms wrapped around my waist and her chin on my shoulder.
"Sooyoung....."
"Let's just stay like this for awhile.."
I smiled and hold her hands on my waist. I don't want this day to end....