A New Chapter
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A Morning of Routine
Y/N woke up to the soft rays of sunlight streaming through her curtains. Her room was quiet, save for the faint hum of activity coming from the kitchen. She stretched, the lingering warmth of sleep still clinging to her, before pulling herself out of bed. Today felt differentâa calmness she hadnât felt in a long time settled over her.
When she entered the kitchen, Rosé was already there, sipping on a cup of tea and scrolling through her phone. Duru sat at the counter, munching on an apple, while Max and Harvey were once again in charge of breakfast.
Max: âMorning, princess. Youâre late today.â
Y/N rolled her eyes, leaning against the counter.
"Let me guess, you two are still arguing about pancakes?â
Harvey grinned.
"Nope. Max finally admitted Iâm better at making them."
Max groaned, tossing a dish towel over his shoulder.
"Donât push it, Harv."
Kenan walked in moments later, looking effortlessly composed despite the early hour. He made a beeline for Y/N, placing a hand on her back and planting a kiss on her temple.
"Morning."
Y/N felt her cheeks warm but smiled up at him.
"Morning. Youâre awfully chipper today."
Kenan smirked.
"Why wouldnât I be? Youâre here."
Rosé, overhearing their exchange, rolled her eyes playfully.
"Okay, lovebirds, letâs keep it PG. Itâs too early for this."
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A Change of Plans
After breakfast, the group gathered in the living room to discuss their plans for the day. BarıŠand Arda had shown up mid-morning, adding to the lively atmosphere.
BarıÅ: "So, whatâs the plan? Are we staying in, or are we actually doing something fun today?"
Duru: "Define âfun.â Because your idea of fun usually involves unnecessary chaos."
BarıŠgrinned.
"Exactly."
Kenan glanced at Y/N, his hand brushing hers subtly.
"What do you feel like doing?"
Y/N shrugged, leaning back against the couch.
"Iâm fine with whatever. As long as it doesnât involve BarıŠtrying to drag us into some questionable adventure."
BarıŠfeigned offense, clutching his chest dramatically.
"Iâm hurt, Y/N. Truly."
Max, ever the voice of reason, spoke up.
"How about we just go out for lunch somewhere? Keep it simple."
Rosé nodded.
"Iâm in. Itâs been a while since weâve all gone out together."
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An Unexpected Moment
The group decided on a small café downtown, known for its cozy atmosphere and delicious food. They arrived in two cars, with Y/N, Kenan, Max, and Harvey riding together. The drive was filled with lighthearted banter, though Y/N couldnât help but notice Kenan stealing glances at her every so often.
When they reached the café, they settled into a large table near the window. The conversations flowed easily, laughter echoing throughout the cozy space. Y/N found herself relaxing, her worries melting away in the presence of her friends and family.
As they waited for their food, Kenan leaned over to Y/N, his voice low.
"Youâre quiet again. Whatâs going on?"
Y/N shook her head, smiling softly.
"Nothing. Iâm just... happy. This feels nice."
Kenan reached for her hand under the table, giving it a gentle squeeze.
"Iâm glad. You deserve to feel like this every day."
Before Y/N could respond, Max cleared his throat loudly.
"You two are cute and all, but can we focus on the food? Iâm starving."
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The Evening Unfolds
After lunch, the group returned to the apartment. The energy shifted as the evening approached, with everyone falling into their own rhythm. Rosé and Duru had claimed the couch, flipping through a stack of old magazines, while BarıŠand Arda debated over what movie to watch.
Max and Harvey retreated to the kitchen, claiming they needed coffee, though it was clear they were plotting something. Y/N and Kenan, meanwhile, found themselves alone on the balcony.
The city lights sparkled in the distance as they stood side by side, leaning against the railing.
Kenan: "Youâve been smiling a lot today."
Y/N glanced at him, her lips curling into a soft smile.
"Have I? Maybe itâs because Iâm surrounded by my favorite people."
Kenan turned to her fully, his expression gentle.
"Is it bad that I hope Iâm your favorite?"
Y/N laughed softly, looking down at her hands.
"You might be."
Kenan grinned, stepping closer.
"Good. Because youâre definitely mine."
Y/N felt her cheeks flush as Kenan reached out, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear. His touch was gentle, his gaze unwavering. She opened her mouth to say something, but Kenan beat her to it.
Kenan: "Can I kiss you?"
Y/N blinked, caught off guard by the question. She nodded slowly, her heart racing as Kenan leaned in. The kiss was soft and sweet, filled with unspoken promises. When they pulled apart, Y/N couldnât help but smile.
Y/N: "You didnât have to ask, you know."
Kenan chuckled, his forehead resting against hers.
"I just like hearing you say yes."
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Ending the Day
As the night wound down, the group gathered in the living room for one last round of games. They decided on a trivia game, which quickly devolved into chaos as BarıŠand Max tried to outdo each other.
Harvey: "You two are the worst team ever. How do you even function?"
Max: "We donât. Thatâs the fun part."
Y/N watched the scene unfold with a content smile, her hand resting lightly on Kenanâs arm. He leaned closer, his voice low.
Kenan: "You look happy."
Y/N glanced at him, her heart swelling.
"I am. Thanks to you."
Kenan pressed a soft kiss to her temple, his arm tightening around her.
"Always."
As the laughter and banter filled the room, Y/N felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude. For the first time in a long time, everything felt right.
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Ending Note
The day had been filled with love, laughter, and quiet moments of connection. For Y/N, it was a reminder of how much she had to be thankful forâand how much she had to look forward to.
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