What I Cannot Say

Part 1

Of course, she could also consult Nayeon or Jeongyeon, seeing as they were older and therefore likely to be more experienced with such problems. Tzuyu had doubts however, that whatever she said, would reach Jihyo's pretty ears faster than how Momo could switch back and forth between a complete idiot and a lusty seductress. The unnie line had been close together since the very first days after all.

With that in mind, Dahyun was obviously the next best choice to be subject to Tzuyu's predicament.

"It's about Jihyo-unnie." Tzuyu sighed dejectedly when she saw Chaeyoung already looking away. "Yes I know Chaeng, again."

"I'll also take a guess that it has something to do with that interview just then." The short rapper was already climbing to her upper bunk, getting ready for another of Tzuyu's distressed talk.

"Yes... well not really. I managed to have a decent answer this time." Said the Taiwanese girl proudly. Last time when put under pressure, she had fumbled with her Korean and called the show she was in 'boring'.

"Thing is, if things keep going this way, Jihyo-unnie will have an impression that she's nothing to me than some kind of employee. Today I literally called her my personal photographer."

"Oh, let's not forget the time in Japan. You basically called her your interpreter." Tzuyu heaved a heavy sigh at this, recalling said event. Eight members of TWICE, excluding Jihyo, were being interviewed for an article celebrating Jihyo's birthday. The leader's glamorous pictures were printed on the first few pages of the magazine, surrounded by trivias, Q&A, and – last but not least – other member's comments. The others cheerily recounted their private experiences, altogether painting a picture of Jihyo for exactly who she was- optimistic, cheerful, caring, and understanding.

"Jihyo has big round sparkling eyes. She has really interesting personality, and she's our main vocalist too. She is TWICE's indispensible piece of puzzle that connects us all together. The other day she was wearing her pyjamas, a pair of high-heels with the towel wrapped around her head, and just like that, she started one hilarious fashion show. Not only that, she is always confident and responsible, always happy and exerts a positive aura."

"Just as you guys think, Jihyo works really hard as the group leader. She listens to everyone, and has a strong consciousness about her own responsibility. Everyone trusts her. Still, she is shy and reserved at heart. The other day she dropped her chopsticks onto the floor and dared not ask for a new pair. I had to do it for her. Being together since we're kids, I know many more sides of her personality than she lets out.

Tzuyu's mind, on the other hand, only got more and more blank until she blurted out something completely impertinent.

"Since I'm a foreigner, I sometimes can't understand the complex details in our company's business debrief sessions. Jihyo-unnie is the one who compiles everything and explains to me in an easier way. I really appreciate her for it. She is, um, also very active and can enjoy everything wholly. When I see her enjoy herself during concerts, I keep thinking she's the most amazing leader ever."

It was your most run-of-the-mill positive comment ever on someone, mostly employed for people not that close to one another. Tzuyu was still chastising herself for that, with no little help from the J-Trinity for being so formal and estranged.

"I just... can't understand why it's so hard for me to show my appreciation for everything she's done to me." Tzuyu said depressed.

"Aw... it's okay Chewy-ah." Dahyun said softly, using Tzuyu's Korean name for additional effect. "I'm sure Jihyo knows how much you love her..."

"Dahyun-unnie." She was interrupted by Chaeyoung's deadpan. The two shared a meaningful look, and Dahyun knew it was her cue to leave the stage for the younger rapper.