you're hongjoong, a known workaholic, who literally never skips work, even in the most terrible of situations... or that's what you thought, since today, you're feeling sick enough to actually do it. you're in bed with an aching body and nausea every time you even try to stand up.

seonghwa, your partner, though unaware of your condition, calls your number, and his gentle voice is heard once you pick up. "good morning, darling. how's everything? was traffic not too bad to get to the studio?"