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Da-hee poked her head outside of the door to see a long hallway, dark. She could
hear voices coming
from another room near her. With her arms tied together in the front, she opened
the door wider
with her hands and slowly let herself out without making any noise. Lifting up h
er large white dress,
which was a wedding dress, Da-hee slowly tiptoed out of the room. Due to the dar
k hallway, it was a
lot harder for Da-hee to see where shes going. The only light was a light from a
single room where
the door was not completely shut. The voices were coming from there. Pausing bes
ide the door, not
yet showing herself in the small light, Da-hee listened to them.
Why did you bring her here?! a guy with a high voice asked. I didnt know you both ki
dnap
people!
Hyung, thats really mean! another voice muttered. We were just trying to help Yunho
Hyung.
Yunho Oppa? These people know Yunho Oppa? Da-hee asked herself shocked. She cont
inued to
listen.
But you two kidnapped the wrong girl. The high voice continued.
Stop it already. A dull voice muttered. Whats done is done. Well just have to tell Yu
nho Hyung
about it. He flashed out his cell phone and dialed Yunhos cell phone number. Immed
iately, as
Yunho answered, he hung up. Maybe after hes a little calm.
Yunho Hyung is angry?
He sounds like he can kill someone. Muttered the guy.
What is wrong with these people? Da-hee asked herself.
As for right now, well have to keep her here. Muttered the guy with the cell phone,
Since she
hasnt seen our faces clearly, well be fine. Well just release her tomorrow or somet
hing.
I dont think thats the case anymore. Muttered another voice as he noticed Da-hee peek
ing at
them. Isnt that her? he asked.
Quickly as three faces flashed toward Da-hees direction, Da-hee, with a jolt, wen
t running down the
hall.
GET HER! She could hear the guys screaming after.
The hallways were like mazes. Since it was so dark, it made it harder to get aro
und. It must have been
a good fifteen minutes before Da-hee finally found an exit from the backyard. Ju
mping through air,
Da-hee continued to run. Right behind her was three guys. One of them was a tall
skinny brunette.
He was the tallest of them all. The other two was shorter and about the same hei
ght.
Changmin! Use your tall legs! Run after her! yelled out one of the shorter guys.
I think thats not the case anymore Yoochun Hyung. Changmin replied back.
Aghshes getting away! the other guy muttered.
Junsu Hyung, youre favorite sport is soccer. Just image her like a soccer ball. Cha
ngmin muttered.
And run after her!
Im not a ball! Da-hee yelled at them as she continued to run.
Due to the large house and lightless paths, Da-hee finally found the gates that
had been shutting her
in with these three weirdoes. Feeling herself relieved almost, Da-hee came upon
When it comes to putting our lives on the line, anything is right. Yoochun answere
d.
Nodding at one another, Changmin and Yoochun both left the car holding onto thei
r masks in their hands.
Entering the building through the back door, Changmin and Yoochun both put their
lives in action.
Wearing their masks, they managed to find the hallway to the brides dressing room
isolated. Coming
upon the door, they quickly swung it opened and yelled out, FREEZE!
Eh? a girl dressed in the brides outfit looked oddly at them.
Shes the only one here. Changmin mumbled.
Makes our job easier. Yoochun muttered.
They walk over to the bride. She was holding tightly onto the flower bouquet. St
umbling backward from
them, Yoochun quickly pulled onto the brides arm.
Can you please be quiet? Yoochun asked her nicely before pulling out some tapes in
his pocket. Just as
the bride was about to scream, Changmin covered her mouth and off Yoochun taped
up her lips. Doing
their job as hurriedly as they can, they carried the bride off.
______
Yunho waited patiently with the relatives as they waited for the bride to come.
However, one of the
bridesmaids came running through the door shocked.
The Yoona, Yoona is pointing a gun to Da-hee! the bridesmaid coughed the words in
shock. Theythey
swapped clothes too.
What? the entire family blurted as the bridesmaid tried to explain.
Yoona is running away from the wedding she breathed.
Angered by the situation, Yunho rushed to the dressing room. Kicking it open, th
ere was no one there.
Da-hee Yunho spoke Da-hees name.
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Yoochun and Changmin both high-five one another as their plan was successful. Fl
ipping up the phone,
Yoochun called Yunho.
Yunho
Da-hee is missing! Yunho yelled loudly. Yoona swapped clothes with her and now shes m
issing!
Yoona? Whos Yoona.
Idiot, shes the one Im marrying today. Yunho explained.
OhrightuhI just came to tell you, I dont think Changmin and I can come to the wedding
. Yoochun
muttered.
Dont come! Its already ruined. Yunho answered.
Oh, right Yoochun weakly mumbled. He slightly looked at Changmin and whispered, Ask
the brides
name, please. Yunho is acting really weird.
Changmin nodded and turned to the bride. Uhmby any chancecan you tell me your name?
She glared at them as nothing came from her mouth but only gibberish due to the
tape around her lips. As
Changmin realized that, he slightly undoes the tape around her mouth, slightly g
iving a small chuckle in
embarrassment.
What did you say? He asked her.
I SAID MY NAME IS DA-HEE YOU IDIOTS! she shouted.
Da-hee? Yunhos voice mumbled as he heard Da-hees voice at the background.
Hahaha, radio programs are so funny these days! Yoochun laughed and quickly hang u
p. Exchanging
looks with Changmin, tears seemed to be running from their eyes.
Da-hee sighed. Then how am I suppose to wear these clothes then? she asked.
They both exchanged looks before their faces went completely red. The only way f
or Da-hee to change was
for Junsu to undress her!
I promise not to look. Junsu promised raising his hands up in the air.
Do you want to die?! Da-hee screamed kicking him on the leg.
Ahh! Junsu cried in pain. YAH! Why do you keep on hitting me?!
Chapter 02
Yoochun and Changmin poked their heads into Junsus bedroom that morning. Immediat
ely, the two of
them burst into laughter as they found Da-hee on the bed while Junsu was sleepin
g weirdly on the
ground, beside the bed. If a stranger would have walked in, Junsu and Da-hee wou
ld have been mistaken
to be extremely rough and violent lovers due to the rope around their hands.
They seem to have a rough night. Yoochun mumbled.
And they look like they get along well. Changmin added.
Should we just blame everything on Junsu? He is tied with her. Yoochun suddenly bl
urted without
much thought. His face seemed to be completely convinced about blaming Junsu. The
res no evidence
that well be kill if Yunho seems them first right? he asked.
Changmin frowned. Dont you think were being a little too mean to Hyung? I mean, he
didnt even help
us kidnap her. I think itll be wrong to say its all Hyungs fault.
Are you stupid? Yoochun poked Changmin on the forehead. Then do you want us to die
instead?
No Changmin bitted his lips. Hyung, it seems like you might really have to take res
ponsibilities for
this one. Changmin thought to himself and followed Yoochun away from Junsus bedro
om.
______
Hmmwarm Junsu snuggled against the warmth beside him. His eyes remained closed for a
second
before jolting them up. Right in front of him was Da-hee, who had fallen from th
e bed. Unlike the
previous nights posture, Junsu is away from the side of his bed and was actually
at the opposite end of the
room. It seemed like, during his twisting and turning, he had accidentally pulle
d Da-hee off the bed with
him. Looking at her closely, he realized a small bruise at the top of her forehe
ad. Immediately, Junsus
face went pale. He could already sense himself getting beat for the many times t
hat week. Still lying on the
ground, he turned onto his back and stared at the ceiling. With no sense of move
ment from Da-hee, he
knew that that morning was going to be a very long one.
______
Yunho sat quietly beside Jaejoong. Jaejoong, Da-hees older brother, looked fierce
and in rage.
Has anyone found where Yoonas whereabouts is? he asked.
Theres no trace of her as of right now. Yunho answered.
And Da-hees? Jaejoong asked more.
I have already reported her to the police. Yunho answered.
Jaejoong sighed in distress. What idiots would have the guts to kidnap my sister?
! he angrily asked.
______
Ahh-choo! Yoochun and Changmin both sneezed.
it seems like we might be catching a cold. Yoochun sniffed as he let out a small sh
aking sound.
I solved it. He blurted for attention. Three heads turned their way to him. He loo
ked at them sternly
before muttering, Junsu you take the blame.
Eh?! Junsu and Changmins mouth dropped open.
Yoochun Hyung, what are you talking about? Changmin asked. We cant blame on Junsu Hy
ung.
Why am I the one being used? Remember, you guys pulled me into this mess. Junsu wh
ined. Beside, I
dont want to be beaten by Yunho Hyung. He hits hard. This woman here already has
the fist of an evil
woman. He pointed at Da-hee who only glared back in return.
No one spoke for a minute. Da-hee, looking at them, finally muttered something.
Why dont we all be good people, and just find a way to untied us both? she asked th
em. Then, well talk
about whom to blame.
Junsu quickly nodded his head as he felt a lot better hearing about his separati
on with Da-hee. He can
already see the sunny days in front of him. However, Changmin and Yoochun seemed
to be unconvinced
by Da-hees act. Da-hee, who noticed their answer by their face expressions, felt
herself more in rage more
than ever.
Then what do you guys want to do? Keep me here forever? Da-hee asked them.
Junsu shook his head, Changmin shrugged and Yoochun remained silent. Before Da-h
ee can even say
more, a sudden large growl became from all four of their stomachs. Exchanging lo
oks, their faces went
pale and a small chuckle from each of them laughed.
Haha, I think Im getting hungry. Changmin laughed.
It must be all that frustration. Yoochun remarked.
My tummy is hurting!!! Junsu felt like crying.
untie me. Da-hees words broke the friendly atmosphere around them.
Immediately, silence came upon them once more.
Untie me so I could cook damn it! IM STARVING! she snapped.
YES MAIM! they all chanted together.
The day was just starting.
Chapter 03
Junsu walked closely beside Da-hee outside the street markets as Yoochun and Cha
ngmin both strolled a
few feet behind them. If anyone looked closely enough, they could see a small ro
pe, probably no longer
than eight or nine inches, tying the two of them together. Due to their fear of
Da-hee running away,
Yoochun and Changmin had swiped up the idea of only tying one of their hands tog
ether. Junsu and Dahee
both looked like a very imitate couple.
So why dont you cook again? Da-hee asked him dully as she looked closely at the veg
etables.
Do I have to answer that? Junsu asked her.
Since were tied together, we might as well become friends. Da-hee suggested.
Friends? Junsu thought of himself being hit by Da-hee. At his silence, Da-hee stop
ped walking and
turned to face him. Immediately as Junsu felt the warm breath coming from Da-hee
, he let out a jump
backward; however, he stopped himself from falling and making a scene.
Dont want to be friends with me? Da-hee asked.
Junsu slightly shook his head. Its not that. He answered.
Then what is it? Da-hee asked.
Junsu blushed. Its justyoull be the first girl friend I have.
Girlfriend? Da-hees face turned evil.
Thats not what I meant. I meant a friend thats a girl. Junsu corrected himself.
Da-hee looked at him and then shrugged. So? she muttered. Its not that big of a deal
you know.
Junsu blushed. Im Kim Junsu. Please to meet you.
Kim Da-hee. Give me all your money.
Eh?
Three Hours Later
The three guys growled in tiresome as their entire arms were filled with all sor
ts of meat, vegetables,
desserts and other goodies for the house which mainly is for the kitchen. Arrivi
ng upon the house once
again, Junsu managed to unlock the gates and then the house with his almost dieout hand. Ordering
everyone to bring everything into the kitchen, Da-hee and the others began to pr
epare for their first meal
together.
______
Yunho sat quietly by himself in his dark room as he tried to think where Da-hee
could have been taken to.
Falling on his back onto his comfy bed, he closed his eyes and think. All sorts
of conversation came up
during the wedding as he remembered. He remembered when Da-hee smiled at him and
congratulated on
the wedding. Though he didnt like that she was able to not see his real feelings,
nonetheless she had the
most beautiful smile.
Da-hee he spoke her name. Suddenly a flash of Da-hee yelling returned to his mind.
Jolting with his
eyes open, Yunho felt sweat running down his forehead. Wiping the sweats, he ask
ed himself, Where did
I hear that?
______
Its finished! Junsu, Yoochun and Changmin all shouted as Da-hee finished cooking. T
he smell of the
Kimchi Jjigae had already cogged up their nostrils. Junsu stumbled along side wi
th Da-hee as she placed
the individual bowls around the table. Returning back to the kitchen counter, sh
e grabbed the hot sizzling
bulgogi dish and brought it back to the center of the table. Meanwhile as she wa
s working, Changmin and
Yoochun both filled the rice bowls with rice.
Sitting together at the table filled with food, three pair of eyes glittered wit
h delight.
So this is how it feels to have a girlfriend. Changmin asked.
Yeah, the womens cooking is always the best. Yoochun nodded as he smelt the aura co
ming from the
food.
This looks really good, I cant wait to eat! Junsu excitedly remarked.
Lets eat! they yelled but stopped as Da-hee interrupted them.
I poisoned the food. Da-hee muttered.
They all stopped and blankly looked at her. Suddenly, she let out a smile and th
en muttered, Just
kidding. She dipped her spoon into the Kimchi stew and let out a refreshing sound
. This is delicious!
she said to them though no one seemed to be convinced.
As she ate, the three of them oddly looked at one another, uncertain if they sho
uld trust Da-hee or not.
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It had been an entire day since the wedding. Dressed in casual clothes and with
a cap on, Yoona slightly
lifted up her face to see the houselights of Jaejoongs. The quietness around the
area had already taught
her that due to Da-hees disappearance, everyone seemed to be in a bad state of mi
nd. Frowning, Yoona
let out a small sigh.
Its my fault. Yoona mumbled. If only I hadnt swap clothes with you.
what was that? a voice suddenly came from behind her.
Turning around, Yoona could see Jaejoong standing behind her. His eyes were ster
n and evil.
What did you just say? he asked her.
Yoona paused for a moment, before smiling, Its a good evening isnt it, Jaejoong Opp
a? Quickly without
a second to miss, she started running.
Jaejoong, who was shocked to see her run, began trailing after her. Yoona! he call
ed to her as he ran.
Yoona, who was not answering him, continued to run. She didnt know why she ran. M
aybe it was because
she didnt want to explain the reason why she forced Da-hee to swapped clothes wit
h her. If Jaejoong
would have known, Yoonas life would no longer be important.
Yoona! Jaejoong continued to call.
Yoona found herself approaching a huge mall. Luckily the entrance was so close t
hat hiding herself in the
mall would be easy due to the distant apart from Jaejoong. Running in there, Yoo
na disappeared.
Jaejoong, who entered the mall after her, stopped running as he noticed Yoona wa
s nowhere to be found.
Frustrated, Jaejoong angrily let out a hard stomp on the floor.
______
That night as Da-hee tried to go to bed, the growl from Junsus stomach became lou
der than ever. Slightly
turning to him, she could see how pale his face had become. His eyes were opened
and were staring at the
ceiling. His free hand was upon his stomach, almost trying to comfort it. Slowly
standing up, Da-hee
poked at him.
Get up. She told him.
I dont have any more strength. Junsu replied.
The sound of your stomach is too annoying. Ill get you something to eat. Da-hee sai
d.
You promise not to poison me? he asked her.
She growled. The food wasnt even poisoned. I lied. She confessed.
Junsu sat up quickly and gave her a pouting face. Did you know that I believed yo
u?! he blurted like a
child.
Da-hee, for some reason, gave him a smile. Do you always believe people that easi
ly? she asked him.
Junsu quickly shook his head. No. he answered. But for some reason, I feel like I c
an trust you. He
explained.
As he said that, Da-hees face turned pink. Turning away before Junsu could see it
, she coughed, My
tummy is also crying. Lets grab a midnight snack.
Junsu grinned. Yes please!
Junsu and Da-hee walked out of the room. In the living room, Changmin and Yoochu
n had decided to
spend the night and were sleeping peacefully on each of the couches. Strolling t
o the kitchen, Da-hee
turned on the lights. Opening the fridge, which is now filled with food, she pul
led out the Kimchi hotpot
and the leftover bulgogi. After reheating it, Junsu helped her bring the two dis
hes onto the table. And then
Da-hee brought over the rice and placed them onto two bowls.
Junsu smiled at her. You would really make a good girlfriend. His words slipped ou
t of his lips. Its the
first time any girl has ever cooked for me as well as willing to make a midnight
snack for me. He grinned
happily at her. Youre the first.
Clearing her throat, Da-hee mumbled, Maybe youre just too lazy thats why no one lik
es you.
Eh? Junsu looked hurt. Igot my reasonsokay.
As Da-hee noticed how silent Junsu had become, she picked up her spoon and fille
d it with the stew.
Here, she placed it near Junsus lips. Hurry up before it gets cold.
Smiling, Junsu opened his mouth and Da-hee fed him. Before she could take out th
e spoon from his
mouth, a cough from someone caught their attention. Turning to see who it was Ju
nsu and Da-hees entire
face went completely pale. Standing in front of them was Junsus nanny who seemed
to almost have a
heart attack by seeing Da-hee feeding Junsu and also the rope tied around their
hands.
Nanny! Junsu blurted.
Junsu-shi, what is going on? the nanny asked.
Chapter 04
All four pair of eyes looked at Junsus nanny who gave them a disappointed express
ion. Yoochun and
Changmin had been forced to wake up after Junsu was unable to explain correctly
about his situation with
Da-hee. No one spoke as the nanny continued to examine their facial expressions
that late evening. Sitting
beside her was a huge scissor.
Did you two elope together? The nanny finally asked Junsu.
Quickly as his nanny asked that, Junsus mouth dropped open in shock. The person,
who seemed to have
taken care of him for so long had thought up of such an evil idea about him, alm
ost gave Junsu a heart
attack.
Barely able to answer in return, Junsu mumbled, Thats not it.
Did you both sleep together? The nanny asked more.
Eh? Junsus entire face went red. Of course not! Thinking about the question, images o
f him and Dahee
sleeping together on the floor flashed into his mind. Feeling his face getting h
ot, Junsu closed his eyes
and shook his head. Nothing happened between us! I promise! he blurted.
What are you talking about dude? Yoochun mumbled at him half asleep. Lets just tell
your nanny and
go back to bed.
Changmin nodded.
Tell her what? Junsu asked them.
Nanny-shi, Yoochun began to explain the situation, Its Junsus first time having a gir
lfriend. Hes just
really excited to be with her. Thats all. Immediately as he explained, his body fe
ll onto the floor and went
to bed.
Changmin, who nodded at Yoochuns lie, slightly waved at them and also fell back t
o the ground, asleep.
Junsu and Da-hee both blankly looked at them two at the fake accusation.
Is that right? Nanny asked.
Junsu paused in fear as he remembered how scary his nanny can be when she is ang
breakfast, he couldnt even smell the scent of the delicious foods right in front
of him. He was more too
occupied with watching Da-hee. Though he had tried to convince himself that he w
asnt falling for Da-hee,
he fell in love with her more and more.
Junsu-shi? The voice of his nanny finally caught his attention. Turning to face he
r, he noticed how
worried she looked.
Are you sick? She asked him. You havent touched a thing.
Junsu looked at his stainless chopsticks and spoon. His bowl of rice hasnt been t
ouched and his soup was
getting cold. Remaining quiet, Yoochun coughed.
Hes too busy preparing for his confession. Yoochun muttered.
His confession? Nanny looked at Yoochun. What confession?
You havent noticed? Changmin looked surprised. Hyung is in lo Before Changmin can fini
sh, Junsu
pinched him on the thigh underneath the table. Twitching in pain, Changmin tried
to keep a normal
expression on, which was harder than he thought.
Its nothing at all. Junsu smiled at them. I was justsmelling the food! Hahaha. He laug
hed.
Youre turning weirder and weirder, weirdo. Da-hee remarked and continued to eat.
Even if she said mean remarks to me, it doesnt change the fact that Im falling for
her.Junsu told
himself.
_______
Thank you for the food! Yoochun and Changmin both thanked Da-hee and Nanny. Well be
leaving
now! Junsu! GOOD LUCK!
What are you talking about? Junsu quickly blurted at them. Go away already!
Hyung, Im rooting for you! Changmin gave him a thumbs-up.
Watching them leave, the three of them waved.
Oh! I almost forgot. Nanny blurted. I have a meeting tonight at the apartment with
the other women.
Junsu-shi, I noticed there was a pile of clothes stored in your closet. Why dont
you let Da-hee help you
wash them? Ill come tonight to cook dinner. She smiled and hurried off as well.
Please be careful! Da-hee called to Nanny.
Take your time! Junsu, out of nowhere, blurted but stopped as he noticed Da-hee od
dly looking at him.
What? He asked her.
What do you mean take your time idiot? She muttered coldly. She returned back inside
the house.
Shrugging, Junsu followed her. They arrived inside Junsus room momentarily. Pushi
ng his closet to
open, clothes fell down the moment space was given. Looking evilly at him, Junsu
weakly smiled at Dahee.
Pick it up. She demanded him.
Eh?
How much longer are you going to let your stinky clothes stay in here? She asked h
im.
Theyre not stinky Junsu pouted as he knelt to pick up his clothes. Picking them up,
he slightly smelt
one of the clothing. Immediately, his face turned green.
Hurry up. Nanny wants all your clothes done before she comes back. Da-hee told him
.
Wait, arent you going to help me? Junsu asked her quickly.
Da-hee crossed her arms. Why do I have to help you?! She blurted.
He frowned. I thought youre going to help me.
Are you kidding? Da-hee answered. What am I to you that I must help you? She asked h
im.
Pausing, the world girlfriend popped in Junsus head. However, instead of saying it,
he lowered his head
and whispered, Yes maim. Ill do my laundry.
Junsu followed Da-hee outside into the large backyard. In her arms was a super l
arge silver bowl while in
Junsus arms were huge bags filled with his dirty laundry, already separated by co
lors. As Da-hee placed
the bowl down, she turned to Junsu.
Make sure the smell goes away. She told him.
Da-hee walked over to the water hose and turned on the water, meanwhile Junsu be
gan to put his white
color clothes into the bowl. Lifting the water hose higher toward the bowl, it a
ccidentally splashed onto
Junsu. The touch of freezing water dripped down Junsus wet clothes. Turning to fa
ce Da-hee, he
suddenly dashed over to her.
Youre not getting away this time! Junsu yelled out. He snatched the water hose from
Da-hee and turned
the running waters direction at Da-hee. All soaked, Da-hee snatched the hose back
and turned it the
opposite way where Junsu was running.
Wasting time, the laundry remained dry.
______
That late afternoon Yoochun finally arrived to his apartment. As the clear slidi
ng doors open to revealed
an angry looking Yunho, Yoochun felt that his days of peace was coming to an end
.
Hyung, Yoochun greeted as he approached Yunho. He could smell the alcohol around Y
unho.
I remembered now Yunho looked at Yoochun suspiciously. I remembered where I heard Da
-hees
voice.
You did? Yoochun felt sweats running down his forehead.
Yunhos sharp evil eyes pierced right through Yoochun as if Satan himself was ther
e. Where is Da-hee,
Yoochun? Yunho asked him. Iwanttoseeher. Finishing his sentence, Yunhos entire body f
onto the ground, dead almost.
Grasping out of fear and shock, Yoochun breathed hard.
______
Stay with you? Da-hee oddly gave a blank look at Junsus nanny who had asked Da-hee
to stay with her.
Thats right. The nanny nodded. Staying with a bunch of boys when youre not married is
not a good
thing. She explained. Even if you are Junsu-shis girlfriend. Da-hee, do your parent
s know that you two
elope together? Junsu-shi is such a trouble maker.
Wedidntexactly elope together. Da-hee corrected her. Actually she paused for a moment
wondering if she should tell her that she was kidnapped by Yoochun and Changmin
accidentally and was
brought to Junsu to take the blame. Debating to herself for a few seconds, she n
oticed Junsus nanny
chuckling.
That boy has always been alone. She whispered. Ever since his parents died, this is
the first time Ive
seen him so lively.
His parents? Da-hee oddly muttered. But Junsu said that his parents are abroad.
Thats true. However, his real parents died a long time ago when hes a child. His pa
rents now are his
aunt and uncle who had bought this house for him. They barely come to see him du
e to their busy
schedule. The first time I met Junsu-shi was twelve years ago when I was hired b
y his aunt and uncle. He
was such a lonely boybut he eventually came to open up to me. Junsu-shi is really
a kind boy. Please be
good to him.
Unable to answer correctly, Da-hee only nodded her head in agreement.
______
That night as Da-hee prepared to leave with Junsus nanny. Junsu suddenly approach
ed her, tugging the
side of her sleeve.
Youre leaving? He asked her.
She looked emotionless at him and nodded. I am.
Are you going to runaway? He asked her.
Its possible. Da-hee answered.
Junsu paused for a moment before muttering, Will you runaway from me then?
Chapter 06
A silent wind, from Junsus open window, blew against them almost as if it was sen
ding a message that
trouble was coming. However, before Da-hee could answer Junsu, Nanny arrived at
the door of Junsus
room.
Da-hee? The nanny called to her.
Im coming. Da-hee blurted as she hurried from Junsu, but as she passed him, Junsu g
rabbed onto her
hand. Twitching at the endless pain in her heart, she pushed his hand away and h
urried out of the room.
Nanny was standing outside the door, frowning at them.
Im sure separating is a hard thing. But, Im sure everything will be better if Junsu
talks with your
parents soon. She told Da-hee.
Da-hee nodded at her and followed Nanny out. Junsu watched them quietly, uncerta
in if he should follow
her or not. Poking his head out the door, he could see Da-hee and his nanny leav
ing from the front door.
With his heart pacing, Junsu hurriedly over to Da-hee, however before he could r
each her, Da-hee already
stepped out of the house.
______
Changmin knocked on Yoochuns door that night after receiving a phone call from hi
m. As the door
opened, Changmin entered the apartment. He can quickly smell the scent of alcoho
l coming from Yunho
who was sleeping on Yoochuns bed. Giving Yoochun a disgusted look from the smell,
they both sat down.
What should we do? Yoochun asked. It seems like Yunho Hyung finally remember someth
ing during
the wedding.
Does he suspect its us? Changmin asked.
Im sure. He wouldnt have come here if he doesnt think it was us. Yoochun answered. Wel
just have
to find the best way to explain it to him. He turned toward Yunhos direction. He c
ould already sense the
pain in his body once Yunho finds out. We should tell him once he silvers up.
Yes. Changmin nodded. If Yunho Hyung hears about this when hes drunk, well be dead fo
r sure! He
nodded.
Yoochun sighed. Everythings getting so complicated! Why did the bride and Da-hee s
witched clothes
anyway?! He groaned in confusion. Everything would have been perfect if Da-hee did
nt switch clothes
with her!
Remember, when we first met Da-hee. Her hands were already tied with the flower b
ouquet. Changmin
pointed out. That Yoona woman must be really scary as well.
Everyone is scary to you. Yoochun quickly commented.
Thats not true. Changmin protested. Theyre only scary when theyre angry. He added.
Anyhow, well have to tell Yunho what happen. Yoochun nodded.
Im with you all the way. Changmin muttered. What we did was for Yunho Hyung. Well tak
e the blame
for everything.
A long silence came from Yoochun before muttering, Lets hope Da-hees with Junsu, so
that hell get in
trouble too.
Eh?
______
Outside of the house, Junsu sat quietly to himself. It had already been a good t
hirty minutes since Da-hee
had left him. For the first time those thirty minutes was like thirty years to h
im.
Ahh! Junsu yelled out loudly like some kind of moron, Why is this so complicated?!
Why didnt she just
stay with me?! He asked himself. Is this a sign for me to chase after her?! Is it?
Because IM REALLY
GOING TO CHASE HER! He shouted loudly and dashed after Da-hee.
______
The bus ride to Nannys house was quite long, a lot longer than Da-hee had thought
. It had already been
well past thirty minutes. The entire time during the ride, Da-hee remained quiet
and she couldnt help
look outside her window. Oddly, each time a guy passed the window of the bus, he
had Junsus face.
Though she knew well she must be hallucinating, she couldnt help but smile whenev
er his face does
appear. Finally the stop to Nannys place arrived.
Walking along side Nanny, Da-hee thought back to Junsus words. Will you runaway fr
om me
then? His words repeated itself in her mind.
What is he talking about anyway? Da-hee suddenly blurted to herself.
Forgot that Nanny was there with her, Da-hee stopped talkinghoweversomething more
important
caught her attention. Sitting outside of Nannys apartment was Junsu, sweaty. As h
e saw her and Nanny,
Junsu stood upnervous and embarrassed that he actually arrived before them.
Da-hee He spoke her name.
how did you get here so fast? Nanny suddenly asked him. Werent you at home?
Ohyeahthats true. Junsu laughed. II also want to spend the night at your house tonight
He
blurted.
Eh? Why? Da-hee asked him.
At her rejection, Junsu frowned. I cant stay here then? He mumbled.
I didnt say that. Da-hee answered. You assumed that yourself.
Nanny laughed. I guess Junsu-shis first time feeling lonely in a different way. Ye
s, you can spend the
night here Junsu-shi.
Feeling lonely in a different way? Da-hee mumbled. What other way is there when hes
a loner
himself? She shrugged and followed Nanny inside the apartment. Right behind her w
as Junsu, happy
and excited.
______
Here. Da-hee dropped a bunch of blankets and pillows to Junsu who was sleeping out
side in the living
room. He looked happily at her as only nodded a thanks in return. Annoyed with his
happy silence, Dahee
quickly blurted, Whats wrong with you. How creepy. Stop it already. She told him.
How is it creepy? Junsu asked her. Its not like I did anything to you.
You learn to talk back already huh? Da-hee gave him a cold glare. Do you want to ge
t beat up?
Yes. Junsu answered.
Eh? Da-hee looked confused yet left without saying anything in return.
Watching her go, Junsu grinned happily to himself. It was probably the first tim
e Da-hee was frustrated to
say anything back to him. Contented, Junsu picked up the pillows and blankets an
d made himself at home
with it. As he finished and was about to lie in his comfy bed, he could see Da-h
ee turning off the lights at
one corner. For some reasons as he watched her walked pass him and toward the be
droom, his body jolt
up and grabbed onto her hand. Everything became tense and quiet.
Chapter 07
Junsu continued to hold onto Da-hees hand. It was warm and a little shaky. Though
Junsu didnt say
anything about the shakiness of Da-hees hand, he could sense that she was quite n
ervous around him.
They must have stood like that for a few more long seconds before Junsu let out
a smile of relief, and let
go of her hand.
Goodnight. He whispered at the side of her ear.
He turned his back from her and returned back to his bed like a good gentleman.
As soon as he lied down
and covered himself with his blanket, he could hear the door to Da-hees room shut
ting. Looking at the
dark ceiling, he smiled to himself. For some reason, he was content.
______
Inside of the dark room was Da-hee. Her hands were upon her chest, feeling the d
rum beat of her heart
racing. Her cheeks had begun to glow red in the dark as well as her body shaking
endlessly. By the shock
of Junsus weird activities around her, Da-hee groaned to herself in confusion.
That idiot. She mumbled to herself. What is he up to?
With no explanation about why Junsu was acting weird, Da-hee decided to stay awa
y from such useless
topic. It will only get her more headaches if she thought about it. Falling onto
her bed and letting the
warm blanket cover her, she decided to go to bed instead.
______
Yunho woke up the next morning with a horrible migraine. With one of his hands r
ubbing against the
pain, he noticed that Yoochun and Changmin were sleeping on the couches in the l
iving room. Remaining
on the bed, he noticed that he couldnt remember what happened the previous night.
He had no idea why
he turned up in Yoochuns apartment and had no idea why Changmin was there as well
. Groaning, he
jumped back to bed and returned to sleep.
______
Da-hee woke up the next morning to see that Nanny had gone out. Nanny had alread
y made breakfast and
had set it on the table with a thin white cloth over it. Junsu, who was not awak
around the other buses that were parked. After looking at all of the buses, Da-h
ee was still nowhere to be
found. A frustrated Junsu continued to search for Da-hee.
______
Da-hee closed her eyes and let her head lean onto the window. The ride back to t
he city was going to be at
least one hour. One hour used to be nothing to her, but now, one hour seemed to
be a complete lifetime.
Remaining with her eyes close, a weird jolt from the bus woke her up. Sitting up
straight, she noticed the
bus was moving rather oddly. Instead of going straight on the road, the bus had
come close near the rocks
and river on the other side of the street.
Bus driver? Da-hee called.
She slightly stood up when suddenly a loud scream from the front forced her to r
un. A woman was crying
as she pointed to the bus driver. Looking at him, Da-hee noticed that his mouth
was beginning to form
foam. From the sense of his action, Da-hee knew well that the bus driver was unc
onscious.
Were going to crash! A man pointed out as the bus moved closer and closer toward th
e edge of the road.
Grabbing onto the wheel, Da-hee managed to pull the bus from falling off. Howeve
r, with the driver on the
seat and her inexperience bus driving knowledge, the worst was only waiting for
them. Trying to maintain
calm, the people in the bus tried to move the driver from the seat. As theyre doi
ng so, another scream
came from a passenger.
A truck! She shouted.
Da-hee, scared to her bones, tried hard to avoid the truck by turning the wheel
to the opposite side.
However, as hard as she did try, the bus wasnt moving away. Feeling a cold chill
down her back,
everything went dead quiet.
The bus crashed.
Chapter 09
Jaeyoung was flipping through the channels as she came upon a news-reporting abo
ut a fire accident
between a truck and a bus that morning in another nearby city. However, watching
it, the door to the
room opened and Yunho appeared. In his hands were Chinese carry outs. Steams of
its scent rose up into
the air. Happily that she can finally eat, Jaeyoung took the control and turned
off the television set just as
the photos of the injured were being showed.
______
Junsu and Nanny raced to the hospital as they had been notified that a woman wit
h Junsus credit cards
had been severely injured in the fire accident. As soon as Junsu heard such news
, he raced like the speed
of light to the hospital where Da-hee was being kept. Arriving at the hospital m
omentarily, the nurses
accompanied him into a room where most all the patients from the accident were.
Arriving at the foot of
Da-hees bed, Junsu found himself almost tearing up.
Da-hee was pale and there were cuts on her face. Around her forehead were bandag
es that had been
soaked in blood at one side. The palms of her hand were beet red. On her left le
g, there was a cast.
Walking up to Da-hee, Junsu touched the side of her face softly. It was warm.
From the passengers who were not severely hurt, they said that she was the one wh
o was controlling the
bus after the driver passed out. The nurse said to him. She has no identification
but only the cards with
her. Are you her relative? She asked him.
Junsu nodded. Yes, I am
What exactly is your relationship with her? The nurse asked. Are you her husband? Be
fore Junsu can
answer, the nurse quickly muttered, Im sorry, but can you please wait for a second
. With that, she
hurried to another patient by the command of a doctor. As she left, Junsu return
ed back to Da-hee.
I told you not to runaway from me. He touched her hand. Why didnt you listen to me?
Standing beside him, his nanny frowned. Ill try to get her into a better room. She
told him and left as
well.
Junsu remained still, clutching tightly onto her hand. Now that your leg is broke
n, Ill make sure you
wont be able to runaway from me again! He declared.
______
Changmin and Yoochun both arrived to the hospital later that afternoon after rec
eiving a phone call from
Junsu. Running through the hall like the speed of light, they arrived at Da-hees
room. Swinging the door
open, they found Junsu and Nanny both inside, quiet. Da-hee was on the bed, stil
l unconscious.
Is she alright? Changmin and Yoochun both exclaimed at the same time.
Junsu shrugged. The doctor said that shes was very lucky. She suffered bruises and
cuts. She also has a
broken leg due to the impact of the truck and bus colliding with one another. He
answered. However,
she hasnt woken up yet.
Is that so? They both went quiet. Do you know the reason why the bus driver collaps
e? They quickly
then asked.
Junsu shrugged. From what the doctor said, the driver suffered a series seizure d
ue to some kind of
stress. He wasnt able to give me any more information than he had already done so
.
Nodding their heads and looking at one another, Changmin and Yoochun realized th
at it wasnt the best
time to confess about Yunho and assumption about them. Sitting at the couch agai
nst the corner, they
silently watched Junsu comfort Da-hee.
______
Yoona sat at the usual bar and drank down her shot of alcohol. It had been so ha
rd and complicated since
the wedding that she was unable to return to her family or face the consequences
that might be waiting for
her. Across from her was a television set. The news was broadcasting. Watching c
arelessly at it, her eyes
suddenly jolted open as Da-hees pictured flashed in the screen. The reporter was
explaining how Da-hee
was the one driving after the driver had passed out. Due to her situation, Da-he
e was the only one who
was severely injured.
Da-hee Yoonas heart jumped. The cup of alcohol dropped from her hand and splashed it
everywhere.
Luckily the glass didnt break. Pulling away from the counter, Yoona signaled the
the first time after the incident was much like meeting each other all over agai
n.
I saw you on TV. Yoona explained. Thats how we knew that you were here.
Is that so? Da-hee answered in a small voice.
How are you doing? Yoona asked, uncertain what to say next. The awkwardness betwee
n them was
heavy and tense. None of the girls looked at one another. I heard what happened t
o you after I left. Im so
sorry. She added. I didnt know that that was going to happen.
Its alright. Da-hee answered. Its not your fault. Its my misfortune.
Did they treat you badly? Yoona concernedly asked.
No. They were really good to me. Da-hee answered with a small smile on.
Thats a relief. Yoona sighed. I was really worried.
Yoona Da-hee looked at her. Have you apologized to Yunho Oppa yet? She asked.
Yoona froze in silence. Da-hee looked away.
I dont hate you. She muttered, And I forgive you. But I cant forgive you for ruining
Yunho Oppas
wedding.
______
Watching the Da-hee and Yoona talk, Jaejoong, Yunho and Junsu both sat together
with a cup of coffee in
their hands each. None of them seemed to have exchanged any words yet. Finally,
Yunho cleared his
throat.
How do you know Da-hee? Yunho turned to Junsu and asked him.
Junsu looked up, uncertain if he should tell a lie or the truth in front of Yunh
o. About to babble
something, Jaejoong cleared his throat.
Thats not important right now. Jaejoong answered. More importantly, we should worry
about Dahees
health.
Yes. Junsu and Yunho agreed.
______
Afar from the lounge were Changmin and Yoochun. Their heads were poking from the
side of the hallway
and shocked to see everyone together. Grasping in confusion almost, the two of t
hem hurried back into
Da-hees room. Closing the door immediately, they looked at one another in fear.
Why is Yunho here? Yoochun asked.
And whos the girl talking with Da-hee-shi? Changmin asked. Can she be that Yoona wom
an?
And theres another guy with Yunho and Junsu. Yoochun pointed out. He looks scary.
Ive never seen him before. Changmin muttered.
He must know Yunho and Da-hee. Yoochun answered.
Talking to one another, the door to the room suddenly opened. Immediately, as Yo
ochun and Changmin
turned to see who it was. The entire room went dead quiet as Junsu, Da-hee, Yunh
o, Jaejoong and Yoona
appeared at the door. The seven of them looked at one another with blank express
ions.
You twowhat are you guys doing here? Yunho spoke as he was surprised to find Yoochu
n and
Changmin there. However, something else popped into his mind as he remembered th
e vague scene from
previous night when he was confronting Yoochun about Da-hees case.
Uh Yoochun and Changmin froze.
It was as if the silence between them had said everything. The word guilt was writ
ten on both Yoochun
and Changmins faces while the word furious was on Yunhos.
It cant be. Yunho blurted in shock almost. He had a big stupid smile upon his lips
as he laughed at
himself for not realizing it in the first place. The answer was right in front o
f him this entire time yet he
was too careless to notice.
What cant be? Yoochun mumbled.
Cant be what? Changmin mumbled.
Yunho chuckled. What idiots
Without loosing any more precious time, Yunho hurried into the room and grabbed
onto Yoochuns
somewhat muscular hand and Changmins scrawny yet also muscular hand. Without any
explanation,
Yunho pulled the two of them out of the room. Dragging them down the long hallwa
y, their voices and
footsteps disappeared around the corner once the three of them left the hospital
building outside.
______
Outside where Yunho pulled them around the back of the hospital, he released Yoo
chun and Changmin.
Giving them an evil smirk and an I know what you did face, Yunho spoke.
Alright. Fess up. He told them. Tell me everything and Ill forgive you both in one s
econd.
Only in a second? Yoochun and Changmin both exchanged looks.
Quickly like Yunho had demanded, they confessed the entire story at the pace of
chipmunks. Just in a
matter of seconds, Yunho, who was unsure to either call them idiots or bigger id
iots, gave them the
weirdest looks.
Is that all? He asked.
Yoochun and Changmin nodded.
Good. He smiled at them. Yunho unbutton his jacket and threw it at Changmin who st
umbled to catch
the jacket. Hold that for me for a second, will you? Yunho asked Changmin as he st
retched his arms and
neck. As Changmin nodded dumbly, Yunho suddenly did a jump kick at Yoochun, who
was beginning to
runaway from them, and then a sidekick at Changmins long body. The two of them fl
ew a certain long
distant. Groaning in pain, another surprise was waiting for them.
whats going on here? The voice of Jaejoong appeared from behind them. Quickly as he
noticed the
situation, he also unbuttoned his jacket.
Ill call the nurse for an extra room. Yunho muttered as he pulled his jacket from C
hangmins aching
arms.
As Yunho left them, Jaejoong cracked his knuckles, his shoulders and neck, and w
as excited as ever to find
the idiots who kidnapped his sister.
So these are the idiots.
______
That night, Nanny had brought midnight dinners for everyone, an individual bowl
of Jajangmyeon (black
bean noodles) and Kimchi. She had also brought extra blankets and pillows for th
e others who had just
arrived to visit Da-hee. Like a big and happy family, everyone ate together in D
a-hees room.
Here. Yunho helped mixed Da-hees noodles for her. Eat it while its fresh. He told her.
Da-hee thanked him. Dipping her chopsticks into the noodles, she could see Junsu
looking at her, hurt,
from the corner of her eyes. Unable to do much about it, she ate her noodles sil
ently with Yunho beside
her.
Along the couch were Yoochun, Changmin, Jaejoong and Yoona. No one talked betwee
n them. Changmin
and Yoochun were both suffering from terrible bruises and swollen cheeks. Both C
hangmin and
Yoochuns lips were big and swollen, almost like a clowns. Yoochun had bandages aro
und his forehead
while Changmin has it around his hand. Both of the bandages were slightly staine
d with blood. No one
asked what happen.
Jaejoong and Yoona both remained silent as they only thanked Nanny for the late
dinner. At the opposite
end of the room was Junsu, alone on the floor, with his noodles. Nanny, who can
see the awkwardness in
the room, let out a small friendly chuckle.
This is the first time Ive seen Da-hees family. Nanny said with a warm smile on, Im Ju
nsu-shis
Nanny. I noticed how awkward the room is right now. Is everyone angry because Ju
nsu-shi and Da-hee
both had eloped together? She asked them.
Eh? Everyone looked up.
A long silence paused between Jaejoong, Yoona and Yunho. Slowly their faces turn
ed toward Junsu and
Da-hee.
ELOPED?!
Chapter 11
ELOPED! Jaejoong, Yoona and Yunho blurted in shock as they turned their heads at t
he criminals
Junsu and Da-hee.
Already too surprised to answer, Junsu and Da-hee both growled in dismay.
We didnt elope together. Da-hee explained.
Uhwe just kind of ended up together. Junsu added.
They sighed together, unsure if anyone was willing to believe them or not.
Nanny, out of nowhere, laughed loudly as Junsu and Da-hee corrected her about th
e eloped story that
Nanny had assumed the moment she met Da-hee. No one talked or at least not Jaejo
ong, Yoona and
Yunho. Maybe it was because the shock of hearing the word eloped was still flashin
g in their minds.
Why didnt you say so in the first place? Nanny asked Da-hee and Junsu as she calmed
down a bit. I
was really going to push that boy to meet your parents and ask for your hand in
marriage!
Is that so? Da-hee felt her cheeks burning.
Well, thenwhy were you at Junsus house then? Nanny then asked, which again, brought
silence in the
room.
Every one again turned their attention to Da-hee and Junsu. Slowly, Junsu and Da
-hee looked at Yoochun
and Changmin who were still agonizing over their swollen faces. Noticing that th
ey have became the
center stage of attention, Yoochun and Changmin can only give them stupid smiles
and chuckles.
Well then Yoona stood up, breaking the awkward silence between them. Since its alread
y so late, why
dont we let Da-hee get some more rest? She suggested.
Everyone nodded at that suggestion. Quickly, Yunho helped set up the pillows on
Da-hees bed and helped
her lean back. Watching them the entire time, Junsu felt a sharp needle poking h
im deeply in his heart.
Throwing away his bowl of Jajangmyeon, he stood up and walked toward the door.
Junsu, where are you doing? Da-hee suddenly called to him as she noticed him leavi
ng. It was like a
sense of reflex that suddenly blurted out without warning. Everyone turned their
attention to Junsu and
Da-hee as they waited for farther reactions from them.
Some fresh air. Junsu lied. He smiled at her kindly and walked out before she coul
d say anything else.
Yunho, who noticed Da-hees concerns for Junsu, left Da-hees side. He approached Ja
ejoong and Yoona
who were ready to leave.
Actually Jaejoong said to the group, I have some business to attend back at home, so
I will be
leaving.
Business? Da-hee curiously mumbled. What kind of business?
Dont worry about it. Jaejoong replied back. He didnt feel like telling Da-hee about
their father who is
also at the hospital. Just take care of yourself and Ill return back to pick you u
p. He told her.
Smiling at her brother, Yoona and Jaejoong left. Still in the room, Yunho pulled
a chair toward Da-hee.
You should go to bed. Ill stay here and watch over you. Yunho told her.
Smiling, Da-hee nodded. Alright.
Yoochun and Changmin were already at the couch, ready for bed. Nanny had returne
d back to the
apartment and Junsu had not return from his little fresh air yet. Turning off the
lights, Yunho sat down
on the chair and watched Da-hee fall asleep in the dark.
______
It was nearly four a.m. in the morning when Da-hee was awaken by the sound of th
e wind outside. Slightly
sitting up, she could see Yoochun and Changmin sleeping soundlessly together at
the couch. Yunho was
also sleeping with his head on the edge of the bed. Looking around, she noticed
Junsu was nowhere to be
found. Concerned, and worried, Da-hee slowly and carefully, pushed the blanket a
way from her. Shifting
her body where her legs would hang at the other side of the bed, she managed to
stand with a winch of
pain running through her entire body. While standing, Da-hee grabbed onto a smal
l blanket and hand it
around her arm. Limping around her bed and toward the door, she left her room.
The hallway, like before, was dimmed and quiet. No one was awake but her, or so
it seemed. Walking
down the hallway without the help of Junsu seemed to be taking forever. When she
finally managed to get
to where the lounge was, Da-hee was already exhausted. Looking around, she notic
ed Junsu sitting at one
of the couches. Limping over toward him, Da-hee noticed that he was asleep.
Getting some fresh air huh? Da-hee muttered disappointed that Junsu had lied to he
r earlier.
With her uninjured leg, she kicked him. However, loosing balance, Da-hee fell fo
rward, hitting her head
against Junsus. Winching in pain, two arms suddenly came around Da-hees body, push
ing her against
Junsus chest.
Hey! Da-hee yelled out as she tried to push against him.
Shh! Junsu, who was now awake due to the head bump, told her. Its a hospital.
Let go! Da-hee told him.
Junsu looked at her and yawned. Did you come to accompany me? He asked her.
Yoona
Andhe already likes someone else. Yoona whispered. A long time ago.
Thenthen Yoonas mother breathed. He didnt want to marry you? Thats the reason why you
n
away?
Im sorry. Yoona frowned.
How can he do that to you? Heechul asked pulling his fist up with fire in his eyes
. Do you want me to
beat him up for you, Nuna?
Yoona laughed at her younger brother. Youll only get beat up instead. She answered.
______
Everyone left the room as Jaeyoung and Da-hee remained alone. As they did so, Da
-hee only smiled at her
sister.
Jaeyoung Da-hee smiled. How have you been?
Ive been horrible. Jaeyoung answered immediately. And do you know hows fault is it? Sh
e asked.
Yours.
Jaeyoung, Im sorry. Da-hee apologized. I didnt know.
Of course you didnt. Jaeyoung smirked. Youre too busy getting kidnapped. Isnt that cor
rect?
Jaeyoung, you know thats not true!
I always thought Uhnni was like the devil. No men can touch her, but I guess I wa
s wrong. Jaeyoung
gave her a wicked smile, Youre nothing after all.
No one is invincible. Da-hee explained. Not you, not me. Things happen!
Thats right. Things happen. Jaeyoung nodded, You probably dont know about father, do
you?
Dad?! Da-hee blurted. Whats wrong with him?
Hes at the hospital thanks to you. Jaeyoung answered. Arent you happy to know? He has
nt woken up
yet. Didnt Oppa tell you?
Dads sick? Da-hee asked, Jaeyoung, whats wrong with him?
I dont know. Jaeyoung shrugged, Maybe a heart failure due to one of his stupid daugh
ter!
JAEYOUNG! Jaejoong, who accidentally opened the door, yelled out. How dare you! He wa
lked to
her and then slapped her.
OPPA! Jaeyoung cried. WHY ARE YOU DEFENDING HER WHEN IM YOUR REAL SISTER?!
JAEYOUNG! Jaejoong lifted his hand a second time but stopped as Da-hee pleaded.
Stop! Da-hee began to cry. Stop! Please just stop! No more!
Da-hee
Stupid Oppa! Jaeyoung stomped out of the room.
Da-hee, crying and upset, looked at the blanket that had been stained by her tea
rs. Jaejoong walked over
to Da-hee and patted her on the back.
Da-hee, dont take that seriously. Jaejoong tried to explain, Im sure hell wake up soon
.
Sniffing, Da-hee weakly mumbled to Jaejoong, Will you take me to him?
Chapter 13
That afternoon as Da-hee was ready to leave back home with Jaejoong, she could s
ee Junsu standing at
the front of the hospital looking at her. Her rash decision to leave home had no
thing to do with wanting to
leave Junsu, but to see how her father was doing. Sending him a smile, Jaejoong
helped her into the car
and off they drove off.
The entire ride back home, Da-hee did not say anything to Jaejoong. Jaeyoung had
returned home with
Yunho that earlier, therefore, the entire car was silent. Jaejoong, who hadnt eve
wheelchair around. However, as she did so, Yunho suddenly hugged her from behind
. He hugged her
tightly, breathing against her bear neck. The tingling of confusion ran down her
body as he muttered more
at her.
Ive always loved you. He whispered. For so many years now. I wanted to tell you so m
uch.
He continued to hug her for some times, before Da-hee pulled his arms away from
her. Shocked by her
actions, Yunho fell in mute, discouraged to continue his confession.
Yunho Oppawhats the matter with you? Da-hee asked him. Are you sick? Did you get a co
ld or
something? She slightly turned to him and smiled. Yoona will be glad to take care
of you if you tell her.
She told him. You two should make up soon. With that, she quickly wheeled away bef
ore Yunho could
stop her a second time.
______
Yunho sat silently outside to himself, disappointed and upset. Deep inside his h
eart, he knew that Da-hee
had never had him inside her heart. He was always a brother to her, nothing more
nothing less. Covering
his face, almost in disgrace, the sounds of footsteps came near him. Slightly pe
eking from the space of his
hand, he noticed it was Yoona. She sat beside him.
I saw Da-hee earlier. Yoon told him. She looked upset.
Is she? Yunho sadly mumbled. I would have assumed as much.
Your confession didnt go well? Yoona asked him.
He looked at her and then sighed. Are you comforting me or making me more miserab
le? He asked her.
What do you think? Yoona asked him.
Yunho suddenly leaned his head upon Yoonas shoulder, ignoring her question instea
d. Lend me your
shoulder. He told her.
______
Da-hee paused in the lounge where she thought back to Yunhos words. Ive always lov
ed you for so
many years now. I wanted to tell you so much. His words shivered into her mind a
s chills came down her
back. It was the first time that she had ever felt so uncomfortable around Yunho
.
______
The next day, Jaeyoung and Jaejoong had returned back to the hospital. Still unw
illing to speak with Dahee,
Jaeyoung accompanied their father in cleaning him with a wet towel. Jaejoong, wh
o was keeping Dahee
companied, handed her a homemade lunch.
Eat it while its still hot. Jaejoong told Da-hee.
Oppa, thank you. Da-hee thanked Jaejoong.
Jaejoong patted her on the head and smiled. Since youre back, father will wake up
very soon.
Da-hee smiled. Im sure he will. She nodded.
______
The door to Junsus house opened as he bluntly stood before Yoochun and Changmin l
ike a bum. His hair
was messy and his clothes were worn out and stinky. Immediately as the smell cam
e upon Yoochun and
Changmins nostril, they let out a shriek and slammed Junsus door shut. Grasping fo
r air, they knocked
once more. This time, no one answered. Opening the unlock door themselves, they
air. While everyone was having fun and playing, Junsu, Yunho and the others were
being punished. Their
homeroom teacher held onto a thin yet strong stick.
Im very disappointed at you all. He said to them all. Fighting in the middle of the
day. Didnt your
parents tell you not to fight?!
teacher, Junsus doesnt have parents so he doesnt know that. One of the kids blurted.
Quiet! The teacher yelled out.
Junsu, hurt, remained quiet to himself. Its true that he doesnt have any parents;
however, he had never
once complaint about it. Sad, Yunho suddenly poked at him by the side of his leg
with his shoe.
Pss Yunho whispered, Do you have a Hyung? He asked.
Junsu shook his head.
Yunho grinned. Ill be your Hyung from now on. I wont let anyone bully you again! I
promised! He
promised.
Smiling, Junsu nodded.
______
That same afternoon as school was finally over, Yunho waited for Junsu to pack u
p his books and
homework into his little red backpack. Heading out together, Junsu turned to Yun
ho.
Want to come over? Junsu asked.
But Im hungry. Yunho touched his tummy.
My nanny is a really good cook. Junsu muttered. I just met her the other day, but s
hes really kind.
Hmmyou sure she makes good food? Yunho asked.
Junsu nodded. Yep.
Okay! Yunho nodded.
Walking together down the long and huge dirt path, Junsu and Yunho finally arriv
ed at Junsus small
house left by his late parents. His nanny was already making dinner that night w
hen they entered the
house. Pleased to see that Junsu had brought over a friend, Nanny made them smal
l desserts and sent
them off to the living room to do homework.
Let me show you something. Yunho pulled out a photo. It was a picture of a girl. Th
is is the girl of my
dream.
Whats that? Junsu innocently asked Yunho.
Yunho only smiled at Junsu. When I grow up, I want to marry her.
Get marry? You mean like big people do? Junsu asked.
Yunho nodded. You have to marry at the same time with me. Itll be fun.
I dont want to. Junsu answered.
Do you not have anyone you like? Yunho asked him.
I dont know. Junsu answered. I never thought about it. Homework is more important.
Yunho smiled. Since Im your Hyung, you should listen to me!
Junsu looked up at him and then sighed. Okay then.
Good. Yunho smiled.
Hyung, Junsu suddenly mumbled, Whats the girls name?
Her name is
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Present Time
Yoochun and Changmin both entered Da-hees fathers room to find a large happy famil
y together
laughing and talking. Surprise than ever, they dumbly joined in the conversation
.
Junsu-shi, you and Yunho grew up together? Yoona asked him. But why havent we heard
anything
of nowheremoved
closer to Da-hee and then let a small yet long kiss upon her cheek. Da-hee, froz
en, felt Junsus lips
released her rosy cheek.
Im glad youre feeling much better. He whispered to her.
It took a moment before Da-hee finally restrained herself from her shock. Immedi
ately, without Junsu
realizing, Da-hee tighten her fist and smacked him on the face. As Junsu fell of
f the bench, she stood up
and blurted, WHAT DO YOU THINK YOURE DOING LOSER?!
______
Junsu and Da-hee both returned back into the hospital to only find themselves fr
ozen. While standing,
many nurses and doctors hurried to Da-hees fathers room. Watching them, terror str
uck Da-hees face.
The reasons for the doctors and nurses to be running to Da-hees fathers room can m
ean two things. Her
father is either recovering or something bad had happen. Just thinking of all th
e possibilities, tears slowly
fell from Da-hees face.
Dad? DAD! Da-hee cried as she tried to her hurry toward her father, however, due t
o her broken leg, she
was unable to. Junsu, hurriedly, grab hold of Da-hee and helped her toward the r
oom. As they both
opened the door, another surprise awaited them.
______
The entire family, friends, and relatives all arrived with flowers and food into
the room as they all
congratulate Da-hees father who had finally awaken from his deep slumber.
Im so glad that youre finally waked up! Yoonas parents said to him happily as they ha
nded him a tin
bottle of soup. We brought you some soup. Please drink it while its still warm.
Hoho, thank you so much! Da-hees father laughed. Im not old enough to die yet.
Dad/father! Da-hee, Jaejoong, and Jaeyoung all blurted at the same time.
He laughed. I was just kidding, just kidding. He told his children. Smiling at eve
ryone, he noticed Yoona
and Yunho together at the far corner of room. Waving at them to approach him, th
ey did so. Holding onto
their hands, he gave them a big smile.
What happened between you both? He asked. He looked at Yunho and muttered, Didnt you
say you
had always wanted to marry her? As Da-hees father said that, Yunho only remained s
ilentuncertain if
that statement was true or not.
The talking between the family and friends continued as Yoona and Yunho left the
room. Walking beside
one another, they could only send each other slight smiles. Stopping upon a pop
machine, Yoona pulled
out her wallet. Searching for her coins, something else dropped from her wallet.
Picking it up, Yunho
looked at it. It was a picture of Yoona when she was young. Immediately, flashes
of his dream from earlier
rushed into his mind as the scene with Junsu returned to his mind.
Let me show you something. Yunho pulled out a photo. It was a picture of a girl. Th
is is the girl of my
dream.
Hyung, Junsu suddenly mumbled, Whats the girls name?
Her name isYoona
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Her name isYoona
The words of himself when he was young echoed itself in his mind. Still holding
onto the picture like some
kind of stalker, Yoona quickly snatched the picture away, giving him an evil gla
re.
Whats wrong with you? She asked coldly. She put the picture away. If it shocks you t
his much, might
as well gave it back a few minutes ago, stupid. Its not like youre that cute when
youre a little kid as well.
She told him.
Though Yoona said some rude remarks to Yunho, he didnt reply anything back. Looki
ng at him finally,
she noticed how pale he had gotten.
Yunho? Yoona placed her hand upon Yunhos cheek. Whats wrong with you? Is something th
e
matter? She asked him hastily.
Yunho looked slightly at her and touched her hand. At the touch of his hand, Yoo
na found herself shaking
a littleuncertain about the reason why. Pulling her hand from him immediately, sh
e cleared her throat.
Whats wrong with you anyway? She mumbled. Better take care of yourself. With that, sh
e took her
coke and left back to the room.
Watching her go, Yunho confusedly tried to think back. What was that all about?
Why was Yoona the
girl in the picture in my dream? He asked himself.
______
Since the incident that happened between Yoona and Yunho, she had been avoiding
him. Every time that
their eyes met, Yunho would send this mysterious vibe to her, which only made he
r feel more nervous
around him. Its not like she had never been nervous with Yunho before, but this t
ime, it was different.
The feelings are a little messy between him and her.
Da-hee, who noticed, only felt a lot better since her rejection to Yunho. Since
the rejection, its almost as if
Da-hee had committed some crime to Yunho. However, now seeing him more lively th
an usual, it made
her a lot happier. Also seeing that Yunho and Yoona are both finally getting som
ewhere in the
relationship, it made her even happier. Everything is finally looking better.
______
Junsu had returned home that same morning when Yoochun and Changmin arrived to t
ake him back.
Since Junsu had left without a word to his Nanny, she had been pretty upset abou
t the messy house and
the smell. Promised to help clean the house, he had left early when everyone was
still in bedthough he
did whispered to Da-hee that he was leaving. Plus, he remembered to give her his
number.
Junsu arrived home to see his nanny in full cleaning uniform. Her hair was tied
back, pants rolled up to
her knees, and apron on tightly. As soon as she noticed the three of them arrivi
ng at the front gate, she
quickly threw something at them. Watching them caught it, she yelled, CLEAN!
Growling to one another, the three of them nodded and helped clean.
______
You mean Junsu? Da-hee oddly muttered Junsus name as her father asked about him.
Last night I saw him with you, but I didnt get a chance to ask who he was. Leaning
closer to his
daughter, he whispered, Is he your boyfriend? He asked.
Coughing at his remark, Da-hees face went completely red. Dad! Da-hee blurted. You k
now thats not
true!
He laughed. Well, I just thought maybe these past few days; you got yourself a bo
yfriend or something.
He answered. I was really looking forward to meet him this morning, but he alread
y gone home. How
about inviting him over for dinner sometimes? He asked.
Da-hee cleared her throat. Ill ask him whenever I feel like it. She answered.
Her father laughed. Im so glad to see you again. Im happy that youre safe. He hugged
Da-hee. I was
really worried.
I was really worried about you too, Dad. Da-hee muttered. You should have taken bet
ter care of
yourself.
Im sorry. Her father apologized.
Its okay. I apologize about my part as well. Da-hee replied as she hugged him back.
So, when is he coming for dinner?
DAD!
______
Exhausted, Junsu, Yoochun and Changmin all tiredly fell onto the floor with thei
r tongues wide out.
Junsu, you should keep your house cleaner next time. Yoochun muttered.
Sorry. Just got a little carry away. Junsu explained.
So hungry! Changmin growled.
wheres our lunch?! Yoochun growled. Your nanny left us with all the dirty works! What
kind of
nanny is she?!
Hungry. Changmin touched his stomach.
As Junsu and Yoochun looked at Changmin, they suddenly pushed Changmin from them
. Rolling toward
the door, Changmin, confused, gave them a sad puppy face.
Why did you two hit me? Asked Changmin, as he sat up and brushed away the dirt on
his clothes.
HUNGRY. Junsu and Yoochun blurted together. GET US SOME FOOD.
But
Were your Hyungs They both attacked Changmin.
Forcing Changmin to leave to the market to grab lunch, Yoochun and Junsu both la
id on the floor, talking
about what its good to eat and not to eat.
______
Kicking the empty pop can on the sidewalk, Changmin angrily talked to himself.
Its always me. He pouted. Im always being bullied by Hyungs! Im so sad!!! He pouted.
Stopping at a crossroad, Changmin noticed a girl all dressed in white. She was s
tanding at the opposite
end of him. Watching her with curiosities, a little boy, out of nowhere, fell on
to the ground a little into the
street. Helping the kid, Changmin noticed a car was coming at a ridiculous fast
speed limit. Using his long
legs, for the first time in many days, ran across the street. He grabbed onto th
e girl and the boy and
pushed them off the sidewalk. As he landed on top of them, the car opened the wi
ndow and yelled at them
as it droved by.
Crying was the boy whose parents found him and took him away, slapping his butt
while walking.
Changmin and the girl remained on the ground as the side of her arm was scrapped
and at one side of her
leg was also badly scrapped.
Are you okay? Changmin asked the girl.
The girl shook her head and bowed to him for saving her. Blushing, Changmin stoo
d up. He lent out his
hand to her. With a small smile, she took it and Changmin helped her to her feet
. As he noticed she was
bleeding, her clothes had been stained by dirt and blood.
A friend of mine doesnt live that far from here. He told her. Come on. Lets get your
wound clean up.
Bending his kneels, he signaled her to get on his back. It took a moment before
the girl finally accepted
Changmins help. Giving her a piggy-ride, Changmin hurried back to Junsus house. Ar
riving at the gate
where he noticed Yoochun and Junsu both lying out at the porch, he called to the
m.
Open the door quickly! He called to them.
Slightly looking up, Yoochun and Junsus face turned pale.
CHANGMIN KIDNAPPED A GIRL! They shouted at the top of their lungs.
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CHANGMIN KIDNAPPED A GIRL! Junsu and Yoochun both shouted at the top of their lung
s.
THATS NOT IT! Changmin shouted back angrily. OPEN THE DOOR ALREADY! He yelled at them
.
Running to them, Junsu opened the gates. Quickly, as he noticed the girl who was
oddly giving them a
weird look, he quickly bowed to her.
Please to meet you. He greeted her.
She nodded silently at him with a bow.
Yah, Changmin, we asked for food, not a girl. Yoochun yawned. I didnt know you like
to pick up girls.
I didnt pick her up. Changmin explained. Shes hurt and I want to help her.
Oh, Yoochun and Junsu finally noticed the blood on her leg and arms. Why didnt you s
ay so in the
beginning?! They both blurted at the same time.
I DIDNT GET A CHANCE! Changmin growled in distress.
______
Changmin and the others entered into Junsus house as he helped her on the ground.
Yoochun hurried to
get a warm towel and a bowl of warm water. Junsu hurried over to kitchen and pou
r a cup of water for
their guest. Returning, the two of them handed everything to Changmin and the gi
rl. Leaving them alone,
they sat at the opposite end of the roomscandalously whispering to one another.
Im so sorry. Changmin apologized a second time as he cleaned her wound. I didnt mean
to hurt you.
But the car was coming, therefore, I felt like I had to do something. However, y
ou amazed me as well. You
helped the boy.
The girl smiled. She lifted her uninjured hand and touched Changmins hand. She ga
ve him a warm smile,
sending him the message that shes glad that Changmin was so kind to help her. He
blushed at the touch
of her hand.
Watching him, Yoochun and Junsu both narrowed their eyes.
Food Changmin, food! They howled like dogs after him.
Annoyed with them, Changmin turned to them and shouted, HYUNG, IM BUSY! YOU TWO GO
AND
GET SOME FOOD!
Eh? Junsu and Yoochun looked at one another.
you go. Yoochun quickly blurted.
Why me? You go. Junsu answered.
No. You.
No. You.
You.
You.
JUST GO ALREADY! Changmin yelled out.
FINE! Rock paper scissor! Yoochun and Junsu both shouted with their fists high in
the air.
Getting their fists ready, Yoochun threw out a paper while Junsu threw out a sci
ssor. Yelling out for
victory, Junsu jumped happily and ran around the room shouting, I dont have to go!
I dont have to go!
Hyung, youre embarrassing. Changmin growled, embarrassed before the girl. She laugh
ed at them with
a grin on her face.
Sad, Yoochun stood up and left to buy their late lunch.
______
Yoona stopped walking as Yunho turned around. He had asked her to accompanied he
r to lunch, though
Yoona had accepted his invitations, she was now having seconds thoughts. With he
r arms crossed, she
sent him a suspicious look.
Somethings suspicious about you. Yoona told Yunho. Why do you want to take me to lun
ch of all days
that Ive seen you since the wedding? She asked him.
Yunho laughed at her humor. It is so bad for your ex-fianc to take you out to lunc
h? He asked her.
She rolled her eyes at him. Whatever. I dont feel like going after all. She answere
d. Turning away,
Yunho suddenly grabbed onto her hand. Hey! She snatched it away.
Yunho only smiled at her. Ill buy you whatever you want. He told her. Just go to lun
ch with me.
Narrowing her eyes with suspicion, Yoona got into the car and left to lunch with
Yunho.
______
You mean you cant speak?! Changmin blurted in surprise as the girl whom confessed t
o him about her
disability wrote on a piece paper. Quickly, she wrote her name and greeted him. L
ee Eun-suh. He spoke
her name.
She nodded. At the side of the piece of paper, she wrote, What are you and your f
riends names?
Im Shim Changmin. Changmin introduced himself.
And Im Kim Junsu. Junsu answered.
Eun-suh grinned at them and wrote, Please to meet you.
Please to meet you too. Changmin and Junsu both replied together with a small bow.
Quick on the paper, she flipped it again to Junsu and Changmin. Thanks for tendin
g my wounds. I feel
much better now. She grinned.
Changmin nodded. It was my fault in the first place. Changmin apologized.
Eun-suh shook her head. Im happy that you helped me. Thank you so much! She wrote o
n her paper
and showed it to Changmin.
Talking to one another, the front door suddenly opened and appeared Yoochun, exh
austed. He fell onto
the ground as he pointed to the carry outs from the near by Chinese restaurant n
ear Junsus block.
Hurrying toward the bag, Junsu quickly grabbed onto three bowls and handed one t
o Changmin and Eunsuh.
Forgetting about Yoochun, the three of them ate together.
______
So why did you take me to lunch again? Yoona asked Yunho as she took a spoonful of
Da-hee stood before a telephone with a piece of paper in her hands. She had mana
ged to limp her way all
the way to the phone booth, however, as she arrived there, she was unsure if she
should really call him or
not.
What am I doing? Da-hee asked herself. WaitI can just call to make sure he gets home
safely. Oh and
also invite him to dinnersince dad wants it. Yeah. She smiled. Picking up the rece
iver, something else
caught her attention. It was Jaejoong and a nurse talking. She had something wra
pped in a small box and
handed it to Jaejoong.
A present? Da-hee suspiciously eavesdropped on them. But its not Oppas birthday. Da-he
e continued
to watch. She could see the nurse was a young girl, around her age almost or eve
n a year or two older. She
was blushing and her eyes were not meeting Jaejoongs though he looked directly at
her.
Oppa, youre so stupid. Cant you even see her feelings? Da-hee asked herself as she f
elt horrible for the
girl.
As Jaejoong thanked the nurse for the present, he turned to where Da-hee was. Ju
mping at the surprise
look, Da-hee turned away quickly and lifted up the phone. Faking as if she was d
ialing, Jaejoong walked
passed her muttering, Its not nice to eavesdrop.
What are you talking about? Da-hee laughed loudly at him, but quickly growled in
embarrassment. He
knows
Giving up on the phone call, another interesting couple caught her attention. This
time was Yoona and
Yunho. Yoona seemed extremely pissed off and was stomping toward Da-hees directio
n. Yunho, who was
right behind Yoona, was walking fast yet slow enough to remain right behind her
tail. As the two of them
only shot small greeting grins at Da-hee as they disappeared into the room where
Da-hees father was.
Shrugging at herself, Da-hee remained silent, uncertain why everyone was acting
so weird lately.
______
Ahh Junsu and Changmin both sighed in distress. Immediately as Junsu realized Chang
min was
sighing with him, he blurted, WHY ARE YOU SIGHING TOO?!
Because Im worried if Eun-suh gets home safely or not. Changmin muttered. I should h
ave insisted of
taking her home. Now Im worried.
But youve only met her! Junsu blurted.
Youve only met Da-hee-shi a week ago as well Changmin answered.
Well, that was different. Junsu explained.
Changmin sighed. So is this how it feels to worry about the other person? He asked
. Now, I know how
you feel Hyung. I really dont like the feeling.
Yeah Junsu nodded. I wonder why she isnt calling me yet
I dont know. Changmin shrugged. Maybe shes still catching up with her father.
Maybe so Junsu nodded.
Ahh They sighed in unison.
YOU TWO MAKE ME SICK. Yoochun jumped up and pointed at them. THIS ROOM IS SO STUFFY
THAT IM GOING TO SUFFOCATE. He stomped to the windows and opened every one of them
. As the
wind blew inside the stuffy house, Yoochun sighed in relief.
Now this is more like it. Yoochun nodded with a big smile on his face.
pssYoochun Hyung is angry because hes a player. Changmin whispered to Junsu.
yeah I know. He dates so many girls and break promises to them. A really bad role
model for a Hyung.
We shouldnt follow him. Junsu whispered back.
HEY YOU TWO! ENOUGH ALREADY! Yoochun yelled at them, irritated.
______
Hmm? Accidents? Yunhos sophisticated looking father raised his eyebrow to find it s
hocking that his
son is finally speaking with him for once.
Yunho and his father are extremely different due to their lack of similarities i
n interests. That evening
after taking Yoona back to the hospital, Yunho had returned home to ask about hi
s past. If he wants
answers, hell have to find them himself. Sadly, the only person whom he can think
of was his father.
Why do you ask? His father dully asked. He had a newspaper in his hand. A cup of t
ea was sat before
him at the glossy brown table in the living room. Youve never asked before.
Can you just answer and not ask anything else? Yunho asked him. Yunho was standing
by the large
comfy single couch that his father was sitting.
His father sighed sadly as he folded up the papers and took a sip of his tea. My
son comes home and
never once has a decent meal with me. And today, he comes and demands me to answ
er his ridiculous
questions. I wonder whats going through his mind.
Never mind. Sorry that I even ask. Yunho apologized and turned away from his fathe
r. However, as soon
as his father muttered something, Yunhos entire body stopped. It was like his fat
her knew his deepest
weakness.
Accident His father muttered. Ah, yes, there was an accident. He nodded. When you were
young.
When I was young? Yunho asked. How come I cant remember anything from it?
His father shrugged. Because your memories never came back. He answered.
What?! Yunho blurted.
no shouting please. He muttered kindly.
Why didnt you mention any of this to me before? Yunho asked, more tamely this time.
I did. His father nodded calmly, but the doctor said its best to let your memories c
ome back naturally.
Eventually, years gone by and it never did. We just left the mystery behind your
memories go.
The mystery? Yunho mumbled. What mystery?
Well, when you were young. You had a bike accident. It was a terrible accident, y
es. Due to your head
injury, there are certain parts of your memories that are block. Its a mystery be
cause we dont know what
kinds of memories are block. Of course, we tried asking you to recall as much as
you can, but each time
you did so, it was painful. Therefore, we decided never to ask you again and the
n everyone just forgot.
I justforgot? Yunho asked his father.
Yeah. Just forgot. He nodded calmly. By the way, why do you want to know?
Say, do you remember a girl Yunho asked his father.
the girl that you want to marry? His father muttered.
Yes that girl.
Uh-huh, I remember her. His father nodded.
Whats her name? Yunho asked.
His father smiled. Kim Yoona. He answered.
Yoona. His mind echoed Yoonas name. Like the speed of lightening, Yunho dashed ou
t the door with his
father calling after him.
Son, what about dinner? You never have dinner with me again. Son? Frowning to hims
elf, his father
gave out an evil smile. That boy is screw.
______
Yoona sat quietly in her room as she looked at the candy ring that Yunho had giv
en her when they were
young. It was a promise made by Yunho that hell marry her when they were older. O
f course, after one
day, Yunho completely forgot the promise and thenhis feelings disappeared. Remini
scing about the
past, Yoona sighed. Standing up and walking over to her trash can, the door to h
er room suddenly swung
opened. Standing in front of her was one sweaty Yunho. As he noticed that she wa
s able to drop the candy
ring into the trash, he stomped over and snatched it from her.
Yunho? What are you doing? Yoona, confused, asked him.
Did I give you this? He asked her showing her the candy ring.
What are you talking about? Yoona asked him. First of all, why are you in my room?
Get out right now.
Yoona demanded him.
Yoona
I said get out. Yoona pushed him back.
Pushing him, her effort was futile. However, before she could tell what Yunho ha
d in mind, he had already
grabbed onto her face and then out of nowhere, kissed her.
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Yunho hugged Yoona tightly as he kissed her. For the first time, he felt somethi
ng in him when his lips
had fallen upon hers. Though Yoona had struggled from the moment their lips touc
hed, Yunho wasnt
letting her go without a fair chance to send his affection to her as well. Final
ly, when he released her,
Yoona wiped her mouth. Angry, slapped Yunho, hard.
Are you crazy?! Yoona began to cry. What do you think youre doing?
I want you to tell me everything. Yunho asked Yoona. Im willing to listen.
What? Yoona almost laugh at his ridiculous talk. Whats wrong with you? There is noth
ing to tell you.
I had an accident. Yunho mumbled slightly, When I was younger, I had an accident. Du
e to that, I
have part of my memories block. Not everything is block, but I believe the memor
ies that are blockare
very precious to me.
And why are you telling me this? Yoona asked him.
Im sorry. Yunho walked closer to Yoona who stumbled backward from him. Yunho opened
his arms
and held Yoona tightly as he hugged her. Snuggling against her, he whispered, Im s
orry that Id
forgotten you.
With tears in her eyes, Yoona cried.
______
Outside the chilly night that evening, Yoona remained silent beside Da-hee. Have
nt said anything since
she had came to the hospital, Yoona finally turned to Da-hee and smiled.
When will your father get release from the hospital? She asked.
Tomorrow afternoon. Da-hee answered.
Thats good. Hes recovering fast. Yoona smiled.
Its because everyone pays him a visit everyday. Hes really excited to leave the hos
______
EH?! Junsu, Yoochun and Changmin all exclaimed together like some idiotic trio. Th
eir face expressions
was priceless, eyes jolting out the jack in the box while their mouths dropped w
ide open. Yunho, who had
just confessed to them about everything that happened the previous night, watche
d them irritated as he
knocked their heads with his knuckles.
What kind of an expression is that?! He blurted at them.
Ouchie! They groaned in pain together with their hands on top of their heads.
she must really hate me now. Yunho nodded. What should I do?
You mean Yoona-shi? Changmin mumbled. I think you should just try to make up with h
er.
and her parents. Theyre going to hate me. Yunho growled in distress.
I think if you just explain, youll be fine man. Yoochun explained.
will they forgive me? Yunho constantly brought up questions that he, himself, canno
t answer.
What about Da-hee? Junsu suddenly asked.
Yunho stopped mumbling to himself as he realized he had confessed to her at some
point of the week.
Looking up at Junsu who seemed to be waiting for his answer, Yunho sighed. As he
was about to say
something, Junsu cut him in.
that means were not going to fight for the same girl right? Junsu grinned happily at
him. Thats such
a good relief. I really didnt want a bloody war with a friend whom I just reunite
d! Hahaha. He laughed.
Junsu Yunho, touched, muttered.
Junsu smiled. Of course, our promise will still continue.
Junsu nodded in content. Right. I will still continue.
Ahh! Yoochun and Changmin loudly exclaimed, catching the attention of Yunho and Jun
su. LETS
ALL BE IN THAT PROMISE TOGETHER!
no way. Yunho shook his head. Yoochun is a player and girls dont like Changmin.
No. Thats not true. Junsu shook his head. He brought a girl home yesterday.
Oh really? Yunho raised his eyebrow. Now thats interesting. Is she a good girl?
Changmin shrugged as his cheeks blushed brightly.
Maybe we should let Changmin into our little promise too. Yunho nodded.
Yeah. We should. Junsu smiled.
what about me? Yoochun asked them.
YOULL NEVER FIND ONE BECAUSE YOURE A PLAYER. The three of them replied at the same t
ime.
______
No. The voice of Yoonas parents refused as Yoona slightly confessed that she might
want to work things
out with Yunho a second time. Da-hee, who was with Yoona, blankly sat with her c
rutches beside her, a
little worried that there might be problems between Yunho and Yoonas family.
Mother. Father. Yoona mumbled in disappointed.
Its true that her parents are still extremely upset with Yunho after finding that
he didnt like her in the
first place, but now that Yoonas sure that Yunho does, Yoona was sure her parents
will accept the
invitation back. However, they didnt.
Mr. and Mrs. Kim, Da-hee muttered after Yoona, Yunho Oppa really means no harm. Im s
ure if you
two talk with him, everything will work out again. He was just---uh---having a g
room syndrome.
Certainly not. Yoonas father refused once again. I was so happy when he proposal to
Yoona, but to find
out that his true feelings was never there in the first place, I wont allow Yoona
to go through another
unsuccessful wedding with that boy again.
A little out of words, Yoona and Da-hee both frowned at one another. Yoonas mothe
r was much easier to
handle since she had always liked Yunho in the first place, but Yoonas father was
another story. Hes as
hard as rock when things goes wrong. Feeling the stuffiness in the room, Yoona a
nd Da-hee both head
outside for some fresh air.
Itll be hard to persuade my father. Yoona sighed.
Yunho Oppa, really screw it this time. Da-hee growled.
Thats true. He did. Yoona nodded in agreement. That idiot. He made things so hard be
tween us.
Da-hee laughed at Yoonas frustration. The two girls took a moment of silent to en
joy the breezy wind that
was blowing against them that afternoon. Suddenly out of nowhere, Yoonas phone ra
ng. Picking it up,
Yoona wasnt surprise that it was Yunho.
Where are you? Yunho asked her hastily.
Why? Why do you sound like youre such in a hurry? Yoona asked him.
Tell me where you are right now. Yunho asked her a second time.
In front of my house. Yoona answered.
We cant find Da-hee, where is she? Yunho asked.
Ohshes right here with me. Yoona answered.
Good. Dont go anywhere. Yunho hang up on her.
Yunho Oppa called you? Da-hee asked.
Yoona nodded, But he sounds like he was in a hurry. I wonder whats up.
Just as she asked that, a loud sound of car tires shrieking, appeared a car. Wal
king out of the car was
Yunho, Junsu and Changmin. Inside the car in the front seat was Yoochun. He wave
d at the girls, as the
other three walked toward Da-hee and Yoona professionally.
What are you doing? Yoona asked Yunho.
Why are you here? Da-hee asked Junsu who only grinned at her.
Immediately without any answers, Junsu lifted Da-hee up in his arms. Changmin be
side him grabbed
onto the crutches and started back to the car. Yoona, who was shock by their act
ions, was also grabbed by
Yunho. Instead of being carry, Yunho held onto her hand.
Wait a minute! Yoona refused to walk, but Yunho only held her tighter and began to
walk toward the car
with ease.
Dont ask anything. Yunho told her.
Hey! Babo! What do you think youre doing?! Da-hee pushed Junsu away though he conti
nued to hold
onto her making sure she doesnt fall. Changmin, beside him, winched at the pain t
hat Junsu was feeling.
It almost as if Junsu was sending the pain to Changmin himself.
They made back to the car somewhat safely with the girls, and then drove off.
Chapter 21
Lets have a barbeque! The guys all happily exclaimed together as Da-hee and Yoona o
nly stared at them
with blank faces. The entire time the guys have not said a single reason why the
y have suddenly took Dahee
and Yoona away in such hurry. Now as they arrived at the gates of Junsus, the fou
r of them finally
stated the reason why. A barbeque to celebrate.
So, what are we celebrating again? Yoona asked them.
Because were happy. The guys answered. Come on, lighten up.
Inside the house was Da-hee who was ready to leave with Yoona to one of the gues
t rooms, however
before she could do so, Junsu had already grabbed a hold of her hand. Pausing im
mediately, he became
behind her. A silence came between them as Da-hee could hear her heart racing. T
he breath of Junsu
came closer as she nervously waited for Junsu to say something. Finally, lifting
his lips near her ear, he
whispered to her.
Are you busy tomorrow? He asked her. Would you like to go out with me?
Chapter 22
That breakfast morning as Junsu and Da-hee had remained quieter than ever, four
pairs of eyes
constantly stared at them in suspicion. Their eyes moved from left to right, dig
ging as much information
as they could about Junsu and Da-heehowever their effort was futile.
Im finished. Da-hee and Junsus voices echoed together as they quickly turned one ano
ther, surprise
that their actions were the exact same that morning. Looking at one another, the
ir faces turned red.
Turning away, everyone remained silent and confused.
______
Jaejoong dialed Yunhos cell phone for a second time as he impatiently waited for
the phone to ring.
However, Yunho didnt answer. Already tense about the idea that Junsu is currently
having interest in his
sister, Jaejoong redialed the cell number once again. Jaeyoung, who had been wit
nessing Jaejoong pacing
around since that morning, irritated, walked to her brother.
Oppa, Jaeyoung gave him a really annoyed look. Are you some kind of sick person? Wh
y does everyone
always have to worry about her? She asked. Father does. Yunho Oppa does. Yoona Uhn
ni does. And you
too. Aishso annoying!
Jaeyoung, its not like that. Jaejoong explained.
Jaeyoung looked at him for a second time and this time her expression changed. S
he had a sweet yet
wicked smile on her lips. Her eyes went big and had the expression I-know-now in
it. I see now She
muttered as she felt prouder than before.
What are you talking about? Jaejoong asked her, hoping she was just playing with h
im.
This is about that guy who died huh. Uhnnis first love, isnt it? Jaeyoung muttered.
As she did, Jaejoongs face went pale.
______
Why are you two going shopping together? Changmin suddenly blurted as he noticed J
unsu and Da-hee
getting ready to leave the house together. Da-hee-shi cant do anything and youll ha
ve to push her. Itll
only be a hassle if she goes with you. He told them.
Da-hee, who could understand Changmins reason, slightly frowned. Thats true. I dont
have to g
No. Junsu shook his head. Da-hees been in the house for too long. She needs some fre
sh air too. He
protested, though the idea only popped a few seconds ago.
Changmin, who seemed easily convinced, nodded at them. That sounds like a good id
ea. He smiled. But
wont you two look kind of weird since youll be going to the market as well? He aske
d them.
Well be fine. Junsu answered.
He pulled onto the wheelchair and helped Da-hee into it. Beginning to push her a
way, Changmin
screamed after them telling to have a good time. Embarrassed, Junsu hurried. Dis
appearing around the
corner, Junsu finally sighed in relief. It had been so hard to just leave the ho
use without being suspicious
that he and Da-hee will be having their first date. Da-hee, who was still quiet,
also sighed.
That was hard. She breathed.
Junsu chuckled a little. Its harder to explain when we return. He answered.
Da-hee smiled. But itll be fine.
Yeah, it will.
______
Yoochun and the others fixed their glasses as their eyes pierced at Junsu and Da
-hee. Though Changmin
had acted like an idiot, for the first time, he had suggested for the group to e
avesdrop on Junsu and Dahee
since they have been acting so strangely that morning. All weirdly disguised, the
four of them
continued to look on.
Junsu and Da-hee were taking a walk down the park. The summer trees were green a
nd alive. The sun
that morning was shining yet not hot. The weather was perfect. The park was fill
ed with many people that
afternoon. As expected, many people that come by Junsu and Da-hee oddly gave the
m a quick yet long
stare. Though some stares were sweet while others were just weird, it didnt bothe
r Junsu or Da-hee one
bit. On the other hand, as for the others in disguised, they were glared at with
suspicion.
Why are they staring? Changmin mumbled as he noticed the people sending their glar
es out at them. Is
there something on our faces?
Idiot. Yoochun whacked him on the head. Its the way youre dressed! He explained.
Shhyoure too loud! Yoona pressed her hand upon Yoochuns face to shut him up. Theyll he
r us!
Quiet. Yunho whispered to them.
Arguing with one another, Junsu and Da-hee continued their peaceful walk.
______
Jaejoong, exhausted, stopped calling for the many times. Why isnt that bastard pic
king up? He
suddenly in frustration asked. This is not good. What ifwhat if she encounters hi
m again? What will
happen? She doesnt know what happened. Will she really be okay? He asked himself.
Will Junsu be able
to help her? Though he asked, there was no answer.
______
It was late that afternoon when Junsu and Da-hee finally finished the shopping.
A walk down the trail in
the park was refreshing and nice. Though they didnt do anything special due to th
eir limit of options, they
still enjoyed the time together. As they returned back toward the house, someone
suddenly approached
them. Oddly, it was a guy about Junsus age.
Da-hee... He spoke her name with love.
Da-hee, who was completely mute and shock, stared at him before muttering, Dongha
e?
The silence between them was heavy and tense. Donghae, who noticed Junsu, was a
bit surprise though he
only smiled. Junsu, who was completely lost, could only return the same smile. A
oming back
home. He laughed as he felt as dumb as ever.
Oppa Da-hees voice trembled.
Da-hee? Whats wrong? Jaejoong asked her.
Donghaehes dead right? Da-hee asked him. I meantheres no wayhe can come back to life
ht? I
mean we even did a funeral for him. His parents cried so much. We even threw his
ashes over the river. So
that means he cant come back right? She asked him.
Jaejoong, shocked, quickly blurted, Did you see him? Are you sure its him? Are you
sure its Donghae?
Da-hee suddenly choked at her tears as she realized she was not seeing a ghost.
It was really Donghae.
Its him. She replied.
Da-heeI am so sorry. I was meaning to tell you. Jaejoong tried to explain. But, I
So you knew it all along? Da-hee cried. You knew that Donghae didnt die.
Jaejoong remained silent.
Back then, I truly believed that he didnt die. I really did. Butyou, Yoona, the doc
tors, and even his
family said that he died! She cried. Why is this happening? It cant be him can it?
No. Why did you lied
to me?! She angrily asked. Why did you lie to me that Donghae is dead?!
Da-heeIm sorry. Jaejoong apologized.
II betrayed him. Da-hee whispered in tears.
______
In the room beside Da-hee, Yoona and Yunho both exchanged looks as they could he
ar her crying. It was
the first time in many years when Da-hee had cried to such extend. They could al
most feel the pain that
she was going through at the moment.
Donghae Yoona decided to include Yunho in the information, was Da-hees first love.
Da-hees first love? Yunho, surprised, muttered. When was this?
It happened a year before we met you. Back in high school, Donghae and Da-hee had
been in love for
many years. However, Donghae is diagnosed with a weak heart and he would often f
aint or be sent to the
hospital many times of the week. Nevertheless, he never quit school because Da-h
ee was there. Also,
regardless of his health, she continued to care for him. They truly loved one an
other. But, Donghaes
parents dislike Da-hee due to their class status differences. Da-hees mother died
and her father had
remarried. Unlike Donghaes rich business family, Da-hee was from a normal upper-c
lass family. Yoona
sighed as she looked at Yunho who had been quiet the entire time like a child li
stening to some kind of
bedtime story. She slightly smiled as she continued.
Due to Donghaes fathers frustration to get him to separate with Da-hee, he decided
to make a deal with
Donghae. In order to be listed at the top for a heart donation, Donghae must go
abroad at once after his
operation for four years to learn about business. He was not allowed to tell Dahee anything and must not
contact her. If Donghae was able to endure the four years, his parents will reco
nsider Da-hee as part of
their family. After his leave, his parents reported that he had died. Even the d
octors played along,
Jaejoong and me. Its been four years already.
______
Yoochun and Changmin both stared at the blank ceiling as they tried to force the
mselves to sleep.
However, as much as they wanted to, they are as eager to find out the relationsh
ip between Da-hee and
Donghae.
No reason why shes always so mean. Yoochun suddenly blurted. She likes someone else
and doesnt
want to get close to another man.
Thats not true. She got close with Junsu Hyung. Changmin muttered.
Well Yoochun tried to think of other reasons, Thenmaybe a love affair?
How can she have a love affair? Shes been with us all this time. Changmin explained
.
Yoochun laughed as he looked happily at Changmin. Not that idiot. He answered. I me
an Junsu. Her
love affair is Junsu. He told Changmin.
______
Lying on his mattress was Donghae, back from the dead. Ever since his heart tran
splant four years ago, he
had promise his father to disappear to study business due to his fathers eagernes
s to get him a new heart.
Though he didnt want to leave Da-hee alone, he was forced to. A promise was a pro
mise.
Luckily when he returned from overseas, he ran into Heechul, Yoonas younger broth
er. Heechul was
shocked at first, though Donghae managed to persuade him to understand his reaso
ns for his leaving for
such a long time. After trying so hard to persuade him about Da-hee and Yoonas wh
ereabouts, Heechul
finally revealed the location to him. Who would have though after arriving back
to the country, he would
find his lost love so easy?
Donghae flipped up his cell phone and smiled at the picture of him and Da-hee to
gether all in smiles. Im
back, Da-hee. He muttered, Your Donghae has returned.
Chapter 24
Jaejoong arrived early the next morning to take Da-hee back home. As much as Dahee wanted to explain
the situation to Junsu, she was unable to do so. Yunho and Yoona were also leavi
ng back to the cities as
well as Yoochun and Changmin who felt like they should return back as well. Stil
l inside the house while
everyone waited outside, was Da-hee and Junsu. They both were in silence though
Da-hee knew well she
should say her goodbye soon.
You should take care of yourself better. Da-hee told him. Dont make the house messy
and eat properly.
If youre bore, go take a walk or go see Nanny.
Junsu smiled and nodded at her.
Also, dont kidnap any more people. She said to him.
Quickly, he laughed. Youre the only one who I will do that to. He answered.
Not even me! She protested. It makes us look weird!
He nodded in defeat. Okay.
Slowly as she slightly smiled, she whispered, I dont know what to say to you, but
for you to be patient
with me. She told him. She turned away from him, I dont know how long, butI will sor
t out my
feelings. Taking her first step to leave Junsu, he held her back by the hand.
Youll come back right? He asked her.
It took a moment before she finally nodded and then left in silence.
I want to come back. She told herself.
______
The stiff looks between Donghae and his parents finally died down a little as he
showed them his entire
achievements during his time off sea. Not only did he become the number one in h
is class but also
managed to get a contract going with one of the biggest companies abroad. Alread
y full of himself,
Donghae suddenly sent his parents the coldest and evilest glare ever.
I did my end of the deal. He said to his parents, Now its your turn.
Defeated by his son, Donghaes father sighed. Fine. He said. However, only if youre ab
le to make her
reconsider youafter all, youve been dead to her for four years.
Fine. Donghae smiled confidently. Im more than confident. Even the dead can still ri
se and love the
living. With those words, Donghae left his parents hanging. Da-hee, this time, we
can finally be together.
Just wait for me. Im coming to come and get you.
______
Dad? Da-hee called to her father as she and Jaejoong finally arrived home. Chae-wa
n, the nurse who
had been assigned to take care of their father off-campus, was also there. She w
as doing a regular checkup
on him. Is he alright?
Da-hee-shi. Chae-wan smiled. He is healthy. I am only here to do a regular checkup.
She grinned.
Its you. Da-hee remembered. It was the same nurse that had given Jaejoong a gift. Th
ank you for
taking care of my father. I am in your debt. Da-hee thanked her with a bow.
Chae-wan shook her head and smiled. No, thank you for trusting him in our care. Sh
e replied. She
returned the bow to Da-hee and suddenly blushed as her eyes caught sight of Jaej
oong. He was in silence
and was clearing his throat as their eyes came in contact for a second. Chae-wan
couldnt help but giggle
silently to herself.
and where have you been all this time? Jaeyoung evilly stood up and walked toward D
a-hee. Though
your leg is broken, you travel quite a lot dont you? I wonder if its really broken
.
And what do you mean by that? Da-hee asked her.
Jaeyoung only shrugged. Was it fun? She suddenly asked her.
What? Whats fun? Da-hee asked.
Was it fun to meet someone whos dead for so many years? She emphasized her question
.
Immediately, Da-hees face went pale. By the look of Da-hees face, Jaeyoung was mor
e than amused how
easily Da-hees emotions became so unstable. Giving her one last nasty look, Jaeyo
ung left to her room. In
silence, Da-hee returned to her room as well.
______
Four Years Ago
Da-hee and Donghae both slowly hid themselves beneath the window shell as they b
oth snuck out of class
together. The lecture that day was extra boring and amusingly, Donghae had invit
ed to tell her a secret if
she followed him out of class. Of course, for a curious person, Da-hee left with
him.
It was a warm autumn day. The leaves had turned beautifully in the shades of red
. When the sun shined
upon the leaves, the entire tree glowed in crimson. It was beautiful. Donghae an
d Da-hee both stopped
before a brick wall that can be easily jumped over by tall male students and som
e tall female students.
Stopping, Donghae grabbed onto Da-hees book bag and threw it over the wall. As he
threw his as well, he
quickly lifted himself where he could sit onto the wall. Lending out his hand, D
a-hee took it with easy.
It was probably the first time that Da-hee had played hooky. It wasnt like her. S
he had always been the
model student with perfect grades and attendance. However, that was not her. It
was only a mere image
that the people had created for her. Instead, she was rather a fun and outgoing
person.
Come on. Donghae held onto Da-hees hand and the two ran to the bus stop. The bus ar
rived in just
seconds of their arrival. Rushing into it, the two hurried and sat down at the e
nd of bus. Grasping for air,
excitement ran down their faces.
So what was your secret? She asked him.
Donghae smiled and squeezed her hand. Cant you tell? He looked at their hands joint
ed together.
Quickly, Da-hees entire face went red. Stupid! She tried to pull her hand, but he w
ouldnt let go.
A couple should hold hands! Donghae pouted.
Giggling at Donghaes childish side, Da-hee smiled at him. Who said were a couple. W
e dont have any
confirmation.
As she said so, Donghae suddenly out of nowhere kissed her gently on the check.
As he released her pink
and hot cheek, he smiled at her.
Is this enough? He asked her.
Quickly, she nodded in shock. Laughing at her, Donghae leaned onto Da-hees should
er and closed his
eyes.
Hey, where are we going anyway? Da-hee asked him.
I dont know. Lets just enjoy the bus ride. Donghae answered.
Okay. Da-hee grinned as she leaned onto Donghae and closed her eyes as well.
______
Present Time
A small knock on Da-hees window finally woke Da-hee up that evening. Groaning in
tiredness, she slowly
got out of her bed and walked to the window. As she opened her curtains, she cou
ld see Donghae down
below. He waved at her to come down. Frozen at the sight of him, Da-hee bitted h
er lips.
I have a secret to tell you. Donghae silently called to her. Lets go for a bus ride.
Hearing those words, Da-hees entire hearted jumped with joy. Immediately, her leg
s began to move on
their own. She hurriedly head out of her room and down the stair where it was al
l dark. Everyone had
already gone to bed. As she grabbed onto her jacket, she left the house. Now, fa
ce to face with Donghae,
everyone almost seemed right.
Come on. Donghae lend out his hand.
Looking at him for a second, she took it.
Chapter 25
Donghae held onto Da-hees hand tightly as she had fallen asleep on his shoulder.
Already content that he
was able to be beside Da-hees side after the four years, he couldnt ask for anythi
ng more. Leaning onto as
well, Donghae closed his eyes.
Just like it had always been, He whispered. We can continue where we left off.
______
Junsu packed up a few pairs of his clothes as he stuffed it inside his duffle ba
g. Zipping it up and placing it
over his shoulder, he walked out of his quiet and dark house. Taking a good look
at it from the outside, he
smiled.
I have some business to take care of. He muttered as if he was talking to the hous
e. I dont know how
long, but I will be back. I wont return empty handed. With his words, he left.
______
The silent between Da-hee and Donghae must have lasted a full five minutes befor
e the sound of Da-hees
stomach growled breaking the silence between them. As she tried to hide her burn
ing red face from him,
Donghae only smiled at her.
Do you want to eat something first? He asked her.
No. Da-hee shook her head. Its not like Im that hungry. She answered.
Is that so? Donghae, unconvinced, muttered.
Da-hee nodded. What was the secret that you wanted to tell me? She asked him.
Quickly, Donghaes face lit up. Taking hold on of Da-hees hand, he smiled. Cant you t
ell? He asked her.
Afraid that she might really fall for such trick, Da-hee pulled her hand away fr
om Donghae. I dont know
what you meant.
Donghae, hurt, returned a blank expression. I guess it has been long. He nodded al
most in defeat as he
felt that it was harder to express his feelings than ever. Da-hee
Let me say something. Da-hee cut him. Why did you lie to me?
Huh?
Why did you lie to me? Where did you disappear to? Where did you go? You didnt die
? Da-hee asked
him.
Donghae shook his head. It wasnt my intention. Im sorry.
Then why?! Tears began to gather beneath her eyes. Why havent you tried to contact m
e once if you
were alive?! Your funeralI was at your funeral! She yelled at him. And nowyoureyoure i
front of
me!
Da-hee, Donghae tried to calm Da-hee down, but she pushed him away.
II missed you so much. She cried.
Immediately as she said that, Donghae hugged her. Tightly holding her in his arm
s, he snuggled for
warmth. I missed you too. Donghae whispered. Itll be alright. We can start all over
again. Im still
alive.
Da-hee cried even more as she heard the words. Donghaeletslets break up.
Eh? Donghae stopped hugging her and pulled her from his arms where he could see he
r face more
clearly. What did you say? He asked.
Lets break up. Da-hee whispered once more.
______
The door to Yoochuns apartment opened as Junsu was more than surprise to notice t
hat not only was
Changmin there but also Yunho. Yoochun, who quickly noticed Junsus duffle bag, qu
ickly slammed the
door shut; however, Junsu was fast enough to stick his arm through the opening.
Ahh!! My arm. Junsu growled in pain.
My apartment is not some refugee camp! Yoochun protested. I have no more rooms.
But you stay all the time at my place! Junsu protested.
Thats because your house is huge! You dont even use the space anyway! Youre not bein
g useful to the
earth. Yoochun exclaimed.
And you are? Junsu quickly kicked Yoochun through the crack of the door. Falling b
ackward, Junsu
jumped into the apartment, closed the door, and then locked it. On the ground, Y
oochun frowned at
everyone.
Whats wrong with all you people? Dont you have homes to go to? He asked them.
No one spoke. Yunho was sitting at the bed, too busy in his thoughts. Changmin w
as debating about
calling Eun-suh to say goodnight or not. Junsu sighed.
Youre a player. Of course you dont have any worriesor leastnot important ones anyway.
He
answered.
What does that suppose to mean?! Yoochun barked at him. I have worriesjustjustnot the
same
ones as you three!
Like I care. Junsu dropped his duffle bag and jumped onto the couch. Yah, Yoochun-H
yung, cook me
something. Im starving.
Im not your maid! And this is my roof. You make the food! Yoochun exclaimed.
______
Yoona sat silently in the living room with Heechul and her parents as her father
continued to lecture her
about being around with Yunho. Of course, leaving with him and not leaving a not
e behind, her father had
been devastated the entire time.
Its not like well elope. Yunho is not that kind of person. Yoona explained. We only h
ad barbeque at a
friends house.
But youre with Yunho! Her father exclaimed in exhaustion. That boy is just using you
. He will not love
you. Havent you learned anything, Yoona?!
Many things did happen, but, but I really like Yunho. Yoona confessed. I love him a
nd I want to marry
him. Cant you just grant me that wish? Reconsider Yunho?
No. Her father shook his head. Hes going to cheat you again.
No he wont. Yoona protested. Yunho wont cheat me!
But he cheated us before! He answered.
Unable to find any way through her fathers thickhead, Yoona stood up. I dont want t
o talk to you
anymore. She said to her father. I will remain with Yunho and you cant do a thing a
bout it. Rushing to
her room, Yoona jumped onto her bed and hid her face on the pillow. Why wont he u
nderstand? Yunho
and I are in love. He loves meright?
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Da-hee limped down the sidewalk toward her house. Donghae, who was feeling rathe
r unhappy, slowly
followed her from behind. Stopping for a second, she turned to him.
You dont have to send me home. She said to him. Im big enough.
Donghae smiled. But I want to make sure youre safe inside first. He answered.
But theres no need for you to be so worried. Da-hee answered. Please go home.
I want to see you off first. Donghae answered.
Unable to argued, Da-hee turned away. Limping a little fast this time, she sudde
nly step onto a rock with
her cast and slipped. Luckily, Donghae was fast enough to catch her.
Are you okay? He asked her.
Before she could answer, a paper suddenly flew by them. Oddly, she could see her
address written on it as
it fly passed by. Quickly, Da-hee turned to face the direction where the paper f
lew from. As she did so, her
entire body went cold. Junsu was standing there in shock and full of pain.
Chapter 26, Part A
The world seemed to have completely stopped as the three of them stood bluntly b
efore one another.
Everything went so quiet that the sound of their breathing was loud.
Junsu Da-hee mumbled Junsus name as he could only returned a weak smile back in retu
rna bit
disappointed. Pulling herself together, she waited as Junsu began to approach he
r. As he stopped a little
before her, his forced smile seemed to be more in pain than ever.
I wanted to say goodnight to you, thats all. Junsu grinned at her.
Junsu Da-hee muttered to him, but Junsu wouldnt listen. As he walked passed her, she
couldnt help
but tugged against his shirt. Dont go. She said to him.
Its already late. Please return home. Junsu told her. He pushed her hand away but D
a-hee quickly
tugged it again.
Listen to me. She pleaded him.
are you really coming back? Junsus voice suddenly changed. It was low and cold. By t
he tone of his
voice, Da-hee knew for a fact that Junsu was hurt. He had never spoken so cold t
o her before. But that
evening, it was the first.
Still tugging him, Da-hee felt her lips trembling. Do you not trust me? She asked
him.
Junsu turned to her and smiled. I do. Do you trust yourself? He asked.
Da-hee nodded at him. Im confident.
That sounds much better. Junsu grinned as he felt a little better than before. Good
night. He said to
her and walked away.
Releasing him, Da-hee bitted her lips.
is that true? Donghae asked her, Thats your confident to leave me?
Da-hee turned to face Donghae a second time as she nodded with confidence. I am.
Hearing her said that, Donghae couldnt help but laugh a little to himself. Never
had he thought that
something so right could go so wrong. What the heck is going on? This isnt suppose
d to happen. Did I
misread everything? How can everything turn out so different than what I have th
ought?
Donghae, Da-hee frowned. You disappeared for four years; do you really think itll st
ay the same?
Donghae looked coldly at her. Do you not love me enough to endure these long year
s? He asked her.
What? Da-hee angrily looked at her. What are you talking about? Do you know how pai
nful it was to
hear that youve died? She asked him. I was devastated. Everyone said that you died.
Your parents,
Oppa, and Yoonathese are the people that I trusted with my life. Of course Ill bel
ieve them!
It was only a lie. Donghae answered. A lie, nothing more.
Then did Yoona and Oppa know that it was a lie? What about Jaeyoung? How did she
know? Why am I
the only one who doesnt know anything? Da-hee asked him.
Yoona and Jaejoong know everything, but, I asked them to keep quite. I dont know w
hy Jaeyoung knows
about it, maybe she overheard or something. He answered.
Then what about me? Do you really think it was right to lie to me? She asked him.
I know that it was wrong to lie to you, but do you know I was also hurt? My paren
ts forced me to leave
you. If I cant beat my parents, how can I make them accept you?! Donghae exclaimed
. But youyou
ruined everything.
Suddenly out of nowhere, Da-hee slapped Donghae. My fault? She frowned at him. Youre
not the same
Donghae that I knew four years ago. Hell never say these things to me. II dont know
you anymore.
Dont ever come and see me again. Da-hee turned away and began to walk from him. Ho
wever, Donghae
grabbed onto her shoulders and forced her to face him a second time.
Tell me straight up that you love that man. Donghae said to her. Tell me.
What are you trying to get at? Da-hee asked him.
Can you not say it? Do you not love him, because you still love me? Donghae asked
her.
Stop it! Da-hee yelled at him. My relationship with Junsu does not concern you.
OF COURSE IT DOES! I LOVE YOU! Donghae shouted.
Da-hee bitted her lips. I love him. She answered. I love him very much.
Liar.
I dont care if you believe me or not. Da-hee answered.
Hmph. Donghae looked evilly at her. And what makes you think Ill agree? He asked her.
Huh?
Do you really think that Ill let you go? After all, I came back from the dead.
Chapter 26, Part B
Do you really think that Ill let you go? After all, I came back from the dead. Do
nghaes words repeated
itself over and over again for the many times as Da-hee tried hard to ignore it.
Its true that Donghae
really seemed to have returned back from the dead, but, seeing him again made ev
erything even more
complicated.
Ahh! Da-hee stressfully left out a sigh. Why is he making this so complicated?!
Whats complicated? Jaejoong poked his head into Da-hees room.
shes always complicated. Jaeyoung quickly muttered as she walked by them.
Ignoring her, Jaejoong continued, and where did you go last night?
Oh, I took a walk. Da-hee answered.
And here, Jaejoong showed her the phone. Its Junsu.
Hearing Junsus name, Da-hees face lit up. Give it to me. She hurriedly said to Jaejo
ong. Jaejoong
threw the phone to Da-hee who quickly caught it. Hello? She answered.
Uhabout last nightIm really sorry. I was really rude to you and I shouldnt have said
such nasty
things to you. Please forgive me. Junsu apologized to her.
Hearing him as his usual self, Da-hee couldnt help muttered, Junsu, do you want to
have dinner at my
house tonight? I mean, unless you returned back.
OhnoI would love to! Junsu happily muttered. Is your father going to be there?
Yes. He had been bugging me a few times about inviting you. Da-hee answered. Youll p
ut a good
impression right? She asked him.
Of course! Junsu happily answered.
Great! See you at dinner!
Okay.
Yay, Da-hee smiled to herself. I finally asked him. Im sure father will be happy to
see him. Now, I have
to go and prepare. Ill invite Yoona to go shopping with me.
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Junsu Yoochun and Changmin both stared at him. Youve frozen for several minutes now.
What is
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Yoochun sat alone at his comfortable couch with a dinner TV and some popcorn to
go along
with his movie. Since that everyone seemed to have abandon him that evening, Yoo
chun
had decided to whip up himself a movie and popcorn. It was only the last minute
when
Changmin managed to get a hold of Eun-suh and invited her out for dinner. Everyo
ne
seemed to have completely forgotten about their refugee camp owner.
Its not like Im lonely. Yoochun smell his TV dinner. I live alone.
______
Uhnni, Jaeyoung, who seemed to waiting for the perfect moment, finally said a word
during dinner. Im very interest about something.
Interest? Da-hee sounded a little worried as she knew that anything that came from
Jaeyoungs mouth will not only be bad but to make things worst between her, Junsu
and
Donghae.
One man is your first love, and another man is your love now. Which do you love m
ore?
Jaeyoung asked her.
Quickly as she did so, her father and Jaejoong both stopped eating and with curi
osity,
watched her answer. Junsu and Donghae both turned their attention to Da-hee who
seemed
to be stumbled at the question. As Jaeyoung smiled even bigger to the fact that
Da-hee was
unable to answer, she slightly chuckled at her.
Of course, if you dont want to saythen please dont. Jaeyoung smiled. Im sure you
dont want disappoint one of them.
Actually, I rather like the question. Da-hee suddenly muttered with guts as she co
uld see
Jaeyoungs entire face turn pale. Itll be a good a time to sort out everything. She s
miled.
Thanks for asking, Jaeyoung. You have always been such a good sister to me.
Of course. Jaeyoung answered. What is up her sleeve this time? She wondered to her
self.
She is rather taking this quite well. I bet shes just purposely trying to annoy m
e!
What the hell am I saying? Da-hee asked herself as she felt like melting into th
in air. This is
not good. This is not the kind of dinner I was hoping for! Ahem Da-hee cleared her
throat.
I should be going. Donghae, from out of nowhere, stood up. He pushed his chair back
toward the table as he quickly sent a smile to Da-hee who was quite confused at
him.
Thanks for inviting me for dinner, Jaeyoung. Maybe I can come next time.
Donghae Oppa Jaeyoung bitted her lips.
It was nice meeting you again, uhJunsu-shi. Donghae said to Junsu. As it is now, we
might be seeing each other more often, dont you think? He asked.
Junsu nodded. I believe so.
And He looked toward Da-hees father and bowed for an apology. Its my biggest
mistake to leave without telling you. I hope you will forgive me. He said to him.
Da-hees father laughed loudly as he shook his head. What are you saying? You are
welcome here anytime. He answered.
Thank you. Donghae smiled. He turned to Da-hee who had remained quiet the entire t
ime.
Without much thought, he leaned forward toward Da-hees ear and whispered somethin
g to
her. Quickly as he finished, he waved goodbye at them.
Da-hee? Jaejoong noticed how bright red Da-hee had became. Whats the matter? Your
face is all red.
What? Da-hee tried hard not to show any difference in her voice, though it was obv
iously
not working. What are you talking about? Im perfectly fine. See. She tried to smile
. What
was Donghae thinking? She asked herself. Saying that to me.
You cant escape from me. Im still in love with you.
Chapter 27
Everyone stared oddly at one another that afternoon they barbeque. In the middle
of the mountains and
out for a camping trip, Da-hee and Yoona had found their own death wish instead.
The two girls stood in
the middle of the camping site while on two separate sides where the others. On
one side was Yoonas
family as well as Da-hees family along with Chae-wan and Donghae. On the other we
re Junsu, Granny,
Yunho, Changmin, Yoochun, and Eun-suh. A blood lusting feeling fill the air as t
he wind blew against
them signaling for a new battle.
How did this happen? Da-hee asked herself as she tried hard not to show any disp
leasure.
This doesnt look too good. Yoona bitted her lips as she and Da-hee exchanged faci
al expressions.
It was definitely not good, especially when everyone isnt quite getting along.
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A Few Hours before Camping
Camping? Da-hee oddly looked at her father who didnt sound like he was half asleep
that morning.
Why the sudden?
Well, I thought it would be a nice family trip. Her father answered with a smile. O
f course, also a
reward for your cast removal. He quickly added.
Really? Da-hee doesnt seem too convinced about it.
Of course. He answered with an even bigger smile this time.
Da-hee narrowed her eyes at her father as she tried hard to think what her fathe
r was cooking up. Of
course with her father always a smiley person, it was harder to even tell if he
was lying or not. Unable to
find the answer, Da-hee sighed.
Yoonas taking me to the hospital. Well leave once I get back. Da-hee answered.
Her father quickly nodded. Ill have everything ready when you return home.
Okay. Okay. Da-hee nodded.
______
Camping? Junsu sounded a bit confused as he received a phone call from Da-hees fath
er. The guys who
happened to be at his house the same morning rushed over to Junsu. Immediately,
they lifted up their
eyes and placed it near the receiver only to be kicked by Junsu who barely can h
ear Da-hees fathers
words.
Do you want to get beat up? Junsu whispered to them as well as lift his arm.
Sadly look at him, the three of them returned back to their seats on the ground.
Im so sad. Yoochun frowned. I need to get myself a girlfriend too.
I want to go camping too. With Eun-suh. Changmin sighed.
A camping trip sounds so good right now. Yunho nodded.
The three of them closed their eyes as daydream about their camping trips.
eh? Invite Granny and the guys? Junsu sounded surprised.
WHAT! The three guys blurted at the same time.
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Camping? Chae-wan looked a bit confused as Jaejoong asked her to go camping with t
he family. ButI
have to work. Chae-wan replied. I wont be able to go. She slightly bitted her lips a
s she waited for
Jaejoong to find words of comfort to her, however, as dull as usual, Jaejoong on
ly quietly waited for a
real answer. Well, I suppose if I tell my boss that Ill be looking after your father
. Chae-wan mumbled.
Then please do. Jaejoong answered.
Ehokay. Chae-wan nodded. How awkward. He came to ask me and he doesnt seem like he w
ants me
to go. She thought to herself. Ill see you later this afternoon then. She grinned a
t Jaejoong.
Jaejoong nodded at her and left without another sound. Frowning to herself, Chae
-wan turned away. Who
am I trying to kid? Jaejoong doesnt look at me the same way. I am getting too exc
ited for
nothing. Chae-wan told herself. About to return back to her station, a hand sudd
enly grabbed onto her.
Eh? She turned around to see Jaejoong beside her. He was slightly blushing.
Call me. Ill come and pick you up. He told her. Quickly, he left again.
Watching him go, Chae-wan smiled happily to herself.
______
Da-hee sat quietly down on the bench as she stared at her leg. So many things ha
d happened that she
didnt even know time flew by so fast. Everything all started with this one leg. D
a-hee touched her former
broken leg. The feeling was a bit weird.
What are you doing? Yoona asked Da-hee.
Oh, Da-hee smiled. Its just; I didnt realize how long it has been since the accident.
She answered.
Its been quite long though it felt like it was yesterday.
Is that so? Yoona sat beside Da-hee. Do you want to know something absurd?
What is it? Da-hee asked.
My father asked the family to go on a camping trip. Yoona answered.
Camping trip huh---CAMPING TRIP?! Da-hee coughed.
Da-hee, what is it? Yoona, worried, asked her.
Thats weird. My father also asked the family to go camping as well. Da-hee confesse
d.
Da-hee and Yoona both stared at one another for a few seconds before blurting, No
they didnt!
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Present Time Camping
The sound of Da-hees father laughed as he looked at everyones serious face. Why the
long faces? He
asked. We are all family, are we not? He asked them. No spoke in return.
Yoonas father quickly then cleared his throat as he muttered, Why isnt anyone cooki
ng? Isnt camping
suppose to have a campfire and fish? As he finished speaking, the guys immediatel
y marched toward the
lake to fish while the girls prepare dinner that evening.
How absurd. Da-hee and Yoona both muttered to one another as they both felt like t
hey were being
cheated by their father.
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By the lakeside was Yoona. Sitting alone with pebbles in her hand, she threw one
after another. It wasnt
as if she didnt enjoy the camping trip, but she was a bit worry that her father a
nd Yunho will have some
kind of misunderstanding during the trip. Already out of ideas to make her fathe
r reconsider, Yoona
didnt want to ruin anything more. Throwing the last of her pebbles, Yoona sighed.
Yoona? Yunhos voice suddenly appeared from out of nowhere.
Immediately as Yoona heard Yunhos voice, her body jolt in shock as she, out of no
where, slipped into the
lake.
Yoona! Yunho called her name and jumped into the lake after her. He grabbed onto Y
oonas body and
pulled her into his arms. Why did you jump?
Yoona coughed out the water as she tried replied, It wasnt as if I wanted to. You
startled me!
Oh. Sorry. Come on. Lets get out of the water. Yunho told her. Swimming toward the
shore, Yunho
suddenly stopped.
What? Yoona asked him.
Its Jaejoong.
What about him? Yoona asked.
Hes with that girl. Lets peek on them. Yunho answered.
WHAT! Yoona blurted, but Yunho placed his hand over Yoonas lips to keep them from b
eing
discovered.
Shh Yunho whispered. Dont you want to see the outcome of Jaejoong and that girl? I th
ink she likes
him, but hes too dull to notice.
That girl? Yoona looked across the shore and noticed Jaejoong and Chae-wan walking
together toward
the lake. They seemed to be having a walk together. Oh, Chae-wan?
Shh Yunho placed his hand over Yoonas lips once again. But as Yunho noticed Jaejoong
and Chaewan
approaching the lakeside, Yunho quickly turned to Yoona and blurted, Go under wat
er right now!
What?!
Before Yoona can even ask why, Yunho had already pulled her underwater. As Yoona
and Yunho both
went under, Jaejoong and Chae-wan stopped by the edge of the lake and continued
their evening together.
Meanwhile, Yoona and Yunho tried to communicate under water through their extrem
ely slow hand
motions and their squeaky not understandable voice, Yoona lifted her finger up t
o indicate that she was
returning to surface. Yunho, who knew of the consequences about peeking on Jaejo
ong, only pulled onto
Yoonas arm to stop her. Closing the distant between them, Yunho kissed her.
Chapter 28
Jaejoong and Chae-wan both sat quietly beside one another as only silence swirle
d between them. It
wasnt exactly Jaejoongs idea to have a walk with her. Instead, his father had sugg
ested that they two
should have time alonewhat ever that was suppose to mean. Clearing his throat, Ja
ejoong slightly
looked toward Chae-wans direction. She was looking across the lake. He could tell
that she was feeling a
bit nervous to be alone with him. Letting out a small sigh, Jaejoong decided to
speak.
Sorry that my father had to drag you all the way here. He told her. I know it must
be a pain to lie about
work.
Chae-wan didnt speak. She only shrugged slightly at him.
I do sure wonder whats up with him and Yoonas father though. Jaejoong continued. You
might not
know this, but there are serious issues in the two families. Its kind of out of t
he ordinary to suddenly force
everyone together at the same time.
Jaejoong, you worry a lot about your family, dont you? Chae-wan looked up at Jaejoon
g. She grinned
at him. I like that about you.
Immediately, Jaejoongs whole face went red. Thinking he should have some words to
counter her,
nothing came to his mind. They both remained awkward before one anotherand then s
omething shot
out of the lake.
Ahh! The sound of Yoona grasping for air caught their attention.
Her head popped on the lakes surface with Yunho following her by. Jaejoongs face w
ent horrid as he
watched Yoona angrily swim toward the shoreline and pulling herself out of the w
ater. Yunho, who was a
little bit nervous to be seen by Jaejoong, quickly did the same.
Dont even come near me again! Yoona angrily barked at Yunho. That kiss under water w
as not
romantic at all! She pouted. She stomped away from them forgetting who was also l
istening to them.
Wait a minute. Yoona! Yunho called to her. He slightly stopped before Jaejoong and
Chae-wan and
grinned. Please carry on your conversation. We didnt hear anything, I promise. He m
uttered and
quickly ran after Yoona.
Chae-wan and Jaejoong, embarrassed, remained quiet.
______
Yoochun, bored, stared at everyone. Changmin and Eun-suh were busy making lemona
de and passing
them out. Junsu had left to take a nature walk while Donghae was with the Da-hees
and Yoonas father
fishing. Da-hee and Nanny were together cooking the fishes that were caught earl
ier. As for Yoochun, he
sat by himself on the log at a corner.
This sucks. He muttered to himself.
From a distant of the campsite, finally appeared Yunho and Yoona. They were both
soaked to the bone.
Yoona? Da-hee hurried over toward Yoona. What happened to you? Yunho Oppa? Why are
you both
wet? She asked them.
Yunho slightly shrugged at her.
Hurry and get change or you both will catch a cold! Da-hee told them. Nodding to D
a-hees request, they
left to change.
Sitting afar and watching them was Yoonas father. Turning away from Yoona and Yun
ho instantly, he
cleared his throat.
That boy He said.
Are you still angry at him? Da-hees father grinned at Yoonas father. You know, theres
saying that
if youre too stubborn and angryyour face will get old and wrinkly. He muttered with
a smile. You
should forgive him already.
But he
Surely you can see that Yoona and Yunho are in love. Da-hees father continued. You c
ant keep them
apart forever.
Well
Just forgive the poor boy. You know you like him. Da-hees father grinned.
Hmph. Yoonas father turned away from Da-hees father. What do you know?
Well, I know well that Da-hees going through a rough time. Thats why were here. He an
swered. She
just needs someone to show her a clue.
Listening to them, Donghae frowned to himself. Obviously he knew well that Da-he
es father was talking
about the problem between him, Da-hee and Junsu. Looking up at Da-hees father, Do
nghae muttered,
Im so to have caused so much trouble. Please forgive me. He apologized.
Da-hees father smiled. I have no right to tell Da-hee who to choose. But let me te
ll you this, Im glad
youre not dead. He told Donghae.
______
Yoona and Yunho dried themselves with towels in silence. Since the water acciden
t with Jaejoong, Yoona
hadnt spoken to Yunho at all. Looking at her, Yunho could tell how upset she was.
Yoona Yunho mumbled. Im sorry that I made you peeked on Jaejoong with me. I wont do it
a second
time. Yoona remained quiet. And the kiss
it wasnt even romantic. It was more like youre pushing air into me. Yoona looked cold
ly at Yunho.
Im disappointed. She told him.
Eh? Yunho blurted.
No passion at all. And it was our first kiss. Yoona continued.
Yunho was completely shocked to hear Yoona said such thing. As he watched her be
ginning to leave him,
Yunho couldnt help but grabbed onto Yoonas hand. You said it wasnt passionate. Yunho
muttered at
her. Then, Ill give you passion. Quickly without giving Yoona any time to react, he
kissed her a second
timethis timefilled with love and passion.
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Da-hee walked away from the campsite as she noticed Junsu hadnt returned from his
nature walk yet. A
bit worried, Da-hee decided shell find him herself. Why did he go for so long? Sh
e thought to herself. If I
find her, Ill give him a good beat! She declared. Along the path from the campsit
e was another path.
Thinking that Junsu had taken such path, she decided to follow it. The path was
really small and went
deeper into the mountain forest. A bit nervous that she may have taken the wrong
turn, Da-hee decided to
turn back around. However, before she can return back to the original pathway th
at she took the leaves on
the trees suddenly began to shake. Frozen, horror filled her entire mind.
I didnt know the mountains have wild animals. Da-hee thought to herself. They dont
eat humans, do
they? She asked herself. Trying to stay as alert as she could, something suddenl
y touched the back of her
shoulder.
Chapter 29
Da-hees entire body froze as she felt the touch on her shoulder. Slightly, clutch
ing her first, she turned
around and swung her arms. Immediately, her arms smacked right into Donghae who
was at the back of
her. Watching him stumble and falling, Da-hee froze in shock. It took a moment b
efore she finally realized
she had just whacked Donghae hard on the face.
I am so sorry! Da-hee hurried and helped Donghae up. IIm terribly sorry. I didnt mean
to hit you.
She apologized.
Donghae, in pain, shook his head. I dont blame you for hitting me. He answered. I sh
ould have called
your name or something. It taught me to never touch you from the back again. He a
dded.
Im really sorry. Da-hee apologized a second time.
If youre that sorrythen will you meet me tonight at the lake? Donghae suddenly asked
her.
Eh?
I have to talk to you. He slightly whispered. We cant put this off any longer.
what are you talking about? We have nothing to talk about. Da-hee answered. I wont me
et you.
Walking from him, Donghae grabbed onto her hand. Quickly she pulled it away hars
hly. I dont feel
comfortable when you touch me. Please dont do it again. She told him. And I also do
nt like it.
Donghae nodded at her. I am sorry.
Then if youll excuse me. Da-hee began to talk back to the campsite.
Ill be waiting for you! Donghae called to her. Ill wait all night even if I have to! Y
ou have to come.
Whats his problem? Da-hee asked herself as she tried hard not to listen to him. I
already told him that I
wont be seeing him tonight. Returning back to the site, Da-hee had already notice
d Junsu joining the fun
with her father and Yoonas father in the fun at the small lake by their site. Ang
ered that she had wasted
her time to find him, Da-hee stomped over toward Junsu. Immediately without him
noticing, she kicked
the back of his sit which set him flying into the lake.
Da-hee? Her father blurted in confusion as he watched Da-hee stomped away.
Hey! Junsu called from the lake. Why did you kick me?! You know I can get sick! He ca
lled to her.
Like I care! Da-hee blurted back.
are you sure Da-hee and Junsu are doing well? Yoonas father asked a bit worried. It d
oesnt seem
like their relationship is stable.
Dont worry about them. Hahaha. Da-hees father laughed. This is normal. Sort of, heh. H
e laughed
once againa bit worried himself. This doesnt look good. What could have happened b
etween them
now? Her father thought.
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That evening as everyone gathered around the campfire, Da-hee couldnt help but no
ticed Donghae
looking at her. It was already weird enough for Junsu almost glaring at her for
what she did early that
evening, yet with Donghaes, it was almost as if he was sending her a message. Tho
ugh Da-hee did not
react much to him, she still couldnt help but noticed his facial. Finally after s
ome times, Donghae left the
campfire. Da-hee knew exactly where he was heading.
Taking a walk this late? Changmin whispered to Yoochun. Thats a little suspicious.
Shh idiot. Yoochun whispered in return, You dont know anything. Continue fantasying
about Eun-suhshi!
Hey! At least I have someone to think about and you dont! Changmin quickly countere
d back.
Immediately Yoochun grabbed onto Changmin by the collar. Eun-suh, who was listen
ing to them,
watched them awkwardly. Yoochun slightly turned toward Eun-suhs direction and smi
led.
I would like to barrow him for a few minutes. Yoochun said to Eun-suh.
She slightly nodded for her approval. As soon as she approved, Yoochun dragged C
hangmin into the tent
whispering, Im going to beat you good for disrespecting your elders.
Watching them good, Da-hee slightly smiled to herself. I should at least hear wh
at he had to say. Its not
like anything will change. She thought to himself. Ill end this business between
us tonight. Its best. I
dont want to worry Junsu too much. Suddenly standing up, Junsu grabbed onto her h
and.
Where are you going? Junsu asked her.
Da-hee bitted her lips, unsure if she should tell Junsu the truth or not. Howeve
r, before she could answer,
Junsu had already continued speaking.
Are you going to meet him? He asked.
Da-hee nodded. I wont take long. She answered. So wait for me okay. She grinned at hi
m.
Junsu smiled. Hurry up or Ill fall asleep. He answered and let go of her hand.
She smiled. I will.
______
The walk to the lake wasnt so far from the campsite. Luckily, she had a flashligh
t with her which made
everything much easier and less scarier. Arriving upon the lake, she could see D
onghae patiently waiting
for her. He was sitting on the rock with pebbles in his hands. Throwing them one
at a time into the lake,
she could hear him whispering, Shes coming. Shes not coming, at himself. Finally app
roaching him,
Donghae quickly stood upa bit embarrassed that Da-hee was able to witness somethi
ng so humiliating.
I thought you wouldnt come. Donghae said to her. But Im glad.
Actually, I wasnt going to come. Da-hee confessed, But youre also my friend. I didnt w
ant you to stay
up all night because of me. So, therefore, I came.
Is that so? Donghae muttered.
Yes. Da-hee nodded. Taking a deep breath, she continued. So, what is it that you ne
ed to talk to me
about? She asked. Please tell me everything. I probably shouldnt meet you like this
a second time. It
doesnt make any sense since were only friends. She added. And plus, I dont feel comfo
rtable like this.
Donghae slightly chuckled to hear Da-hee say such words. You really did change. He
muttered. I dont
know where to start.
Then let me start. Da-hee insisted calmly. I just want to tell you, that I dont hate
you. In fact, Im glad
that youre not dead. I was very happy when I met you again. I was also very confu
sed, mad, and sad. But,
overall, Im very happy that youre not dead. She answered. It would have been great t
o know that you
were still alive, but you have your reasons and I dont blame you. However, we cant
return to where we
left off. It doesnt work that way.
Da-hee
Things changed over time, even hearts. She continued. The feelings I have for you b
ack in the old days,
I cant feel it anymore. She whispered. Slowly tears began to fall from her eyes. R
ecalling her love for
Donghae was absolutely hurtful. Even if youre right beside me, I cant feel it anymo
re. My heart doesnt
jump. It doesnt get nervous. And it doesnt say thing about you. Nothing at all.
You really did change a lot.
What can you say? Accidents can change a persons entire life. Da-hee muttered as sh
e recalled her own
accident with her broken leg as well as Donghaes death. So, I beg you. Lets end it
here. I dont want to
hurt Junsu any more.
Do you really like him? Donghae asked her.
Da-hee nodded her heart as more tears ran down her eyes. My heart aches for him w
hen Im not near
him. It jumps when Im around him. It beats for him only. She whispered.
Speechless, Donghae remained frozen before Da-hee who was drying up her tears. H
e knew well that the
tears she shed were not exactly the tears that he had hoped for. Instead, the te
ars were a sign that she no
longer wants to be see him suffer because of their unfulfilled love, and because
she had moved on and
wishes him to do the same. As Donghae tried to take in everything that Da-hee ha
d said to him, he
approached her slowly.
Can I hold you for one last time? He whispered to her.
Unable to reply back to him, Donghae, instead, leaned forward to hug regardless
of her answer. As he
managed to get his arms around her and about to hug her, someone clearing their
throat caught onto Dahee
and Donghaes attention. Quickly as Da-hee turned to see who it was, her face went
white. It was
Junsu. In his hand was holding onto a blanket and another flashlight. As he noti
ced them, his face also
went white.
Junsu? Da-hee whispered his name.
Junsu, a bit hurt, tried to smile. Since tonight was a little cold, I thought I s
hould bring you a blanket or
something. He sat the blanket onto the ground. I wont disturb you both. Please carr
y on. He insisted
and quickly walked back.
Da-hee, already disappointed at herself, pushed Donghae away. She quickly follow
ed Junsu.
Junsu! She called onto him. Wait up Junsu! Managing to catch up to Junsu, she pulled
onto his arm.
Idiot! Why did you walk so fast! Didnt you hear me calling you? She asked him.
Junsu turned to her and slightly glared at her. I dont like it when other men touc
h you. He said to her.
What are you talking about? He didnt touch me. Da-hee answered.
You both were about to hug each other! He blurted. Do you know how much blood was r
unning
through my head? I was able to explode! He confessed.
Da-hee laughed. By any chance, are you jealous? She asked him.
Whos jealous? Junsu refused to admit. Im not jealous.
She smiled. You dont have to admit it. Here, Ill give you a gift. She placed her han
ds upon Junsus
cheeks and suddenly tiptoed to face him better. Without a warning, she kissed hi
m gently at the side of his
lips and cheek. There. You should be fine now. You have nothing to worry about. I
placed my mark on
you already. She patted Junsu on the shoulder. Come on; lets return back to the sit
e. Walking, Junsu
pulled onto her arm. What?
Do you think Im satisfied with that? He asked. Weve kissed before! You shouldnt be so
shy.
Eh?! Why are you brining up such embarrassing times? Da-hee asked him as she cover
ed up her
budging red face. I already forgot all those moments!
Then shall I make you remember them once more? Junsu moved in toward Da-hee. He wr
apped his
arms around her gently and slowly leaned toward her lips. As he could feel her h
eart racing against his, he
brushed a little bit of her hair off her face. I love you. He whispered as he kiss
ed her.
Chapter 30
Why are you so happy today? Yoona asked Da-hee as she noticed Da-hee was a lot hap
pier than usual.
Did something good happen to you last night? She asked. She and Da-hee were togeth
er by the table
packing a family lunch for their long hike up the mountain that morning.
I dont know what youre talking about. Da-hee lied as she shrugged at Yoona. Its not l
ike Im going to
tell her I was happy when Junsu kissed me! Thats too embarrassing!She told hersel
f. Im just the same
old Da-hee. She answered.
Right. Yoona, unconvinced, muttered.
______
Like most camping trips, a hiking is always included. With the guys, each carryi
ng a certain package of
food, and the girls and fathers ready to go, the big family began to head their
ways up the mountains. The
morning was warm and clear. The sun was shining brightly and the air perfect. Wh
at obstacle can come
their way?
HeyYunho. Yoochun whispered to Yunho, Dont you think its the perfect opportunity to ge
t closer to
Yoonas father? He asked.
What do you mean? Yunho asked.
Yoonas fathers an old man. Were hiking up the mountains. Do you see the connection? Y
oochun
asked.
It took Yunho a few seconds before realizing that Yoochun was right. It was the
perfect time to get Yoonas
father to accept him once in for all. Thanking Yoochun right away, he hurried be
side Yoonas father.
Its a lovely morning, isnt it? Yunho grinned at Yoonas father. Dont force yourself too
much. Its a
long way up there.
What are you trying to say? That I dont have the strength to make it to the top? Yo
onas father grumpily
asked.
Wellthats not exactly what I meant. Yunho weakly answered. Great. This isnt going wel
l at all. He
thought to himself.
Youre forty years too young to even say that to me! Yoonas father barked and quickly
paced himself.
Depressed, Yoona came beside him and padded him on the shoulder. Fathers really st
arting to like you.
She grinned at him.
You think so? Yunho sighed. It looks the total opposite, if you ask me!
Heh Yoona tried not to laugh. Hes just stubborn.
I know. Yunho nodded.
Changmin and Eun-suh were both together walking in smiles. It wasnt everyday that
theyre together.
From last night, Changmin was beat up by Yoochun who gave him swollen lips and a
located at the opposite end from everyone else. He was looking out into the hori
zon as he let the wind
blew against him. Approaching him, Yoonas father quickly cleared his throatalmost
as if he was nervous
to be around Yunho. Quietly sharing the moment with him, Yunho tried to bring up
a conversation.
Lovely scenery, dont you think? He asked him. Such lame topic. Yunho felt like cryi
ng.
No words came from Yoonas father.
Today is so warm. Yunho continued.
Yoonas father, again, did not say a word. Unable to say anything lamer than Yunho
had already done so,
he slightly growled to himself in disappointed. Already almost drowning in his o
wn defeat, Yoonas father
cleared his throat a second time.
Why is it that you want to marry Yoona again? He asked Yunho.
Huh? Why? Because I love her. Yunho answered.
So, you didnt love her when you were supposed to marry her the first time? He asked
angrily.
That incidentI take full responsibility, but please dont separate us. Yunho asked of
him. This time, I
really wont make her cry.
Unconvincingly looking at Yunho, Yoonas father sighed. Im hungry again. He avoided t
he question.
Walking past Yunho, he accidentally stumbled upon pebbles on the ground. Immedia
tely losing his
balance, he fell onto his leg.
______
The rush down the mountain must be the most memorable moment of their entire liv
es. Due to Yoonas
fathers accident at the top of the mountain, Yunho is now carrying him down the m
ountain back to the
site. Pacing himself as fast as he could, he could hear everyones footsteps right
behind him. Though the
walk up the mountain took nearly two hours, the run back was half. Finally arriv
ing back to the campsite,
Yunho, Yoonas father, Yoona, and Da-hees father, Jaejoong, and Eun-chae dashed tow
ard the car as
everyone remained back to clean up.
Here, let me clean the blood. Chae-wan insisted as she pulled out a bottle of wate
r. She slightly let the
water run down to a small cloth that she had in her hand. As it soaked, Chae-wan
gently brushed away the
blood on Yoonas fathers leg. Washing it clean, she smiled. I dont think you broke a
bone, but we should
still take you to the nearest clinic to double check. She told him.
Finally arriving at the nearest clinic, the nurses quickly took Yoonas father awa
y while everyone as
instructed to wait. Jaejoong, who approached Chae-wan, insisted that she should
also leave with the
nurses to take care of Yoonas father. Nodding, Chae-wan left after the nurses. Wa
tching her go, he
smiled.
It wasnt long before Yoonas father was finally moved to a small room where other p
atients were. Sitting
on the bed, the others came and approached him. Looking up at them, he slightly
signaled at Yunho to
come closer to him. As Yunho did so, the others left as they noticed he wanted t
o speak to Yunho alone.
Alone with Yoonas father, Yunho began to feel nervous. He wasnt sure why exactly Y
oonas father
wanted to say. Already afraid that he might complain about the rough ride down t
he mountain, Yunho
swallowed hard to calm his nerves down. Yunho stood quietly beside the bed and w
aited for Yoonas
father to farther instruct him. However, a long silence came between them before
Yoonas father finally
said a word.
Ive been thinking He said as he touched his leg. It was tightly packed up with a clo
th. On the way
down the mountain, it was
Rough? Yunho blurted by accident. Im so sorry! I wanted to get you to a clinic as so
on as possible!
Thats not it! He shouted at Yunho. Stop cutting me!
Oh, okay.
On the way down the mountain, it was really frustrating to see you carrying me. He
muttered. By seeing
you carry meI saw you also carrying Yoonas future in your hands. I dont want to bel
ieve it, but, I really
do like you to be part of the family.
What did you say? Yunho asked him.
There wont be a third wedding with Yoona. He said. Only a second.
You meanyou meanI can marry Yoona? Yunho asked him.
Yoonas father smiled. Dont make me disappointed again.
Thank you so much! ImIm so happy! Ill be right back! Yunho yelled out as he quickly da
shed into the
hallway. He could see everyone else waiting patiently. Without even giving a war
ning, he dashed to Yoona
and lifted her up in the air.
Yunho, what are you doing?! Yoona asked. This is embarrassing! People are watching!
Im so happy Yoona! Yunho yelled. Were getting married!
What?
I said, were getting married! Yunho let Yoona back down to the ground. Trying to br
eathe, he took hold
of Yoonas hand and smiled. Please marry me.
Yoona, too happy to answer, kissed him. Yes. She whispered.
______
As Yoona, Yunho and Da-hees father remained to share the happiness with Yoonas fat
her inside.
Jaejoong had suggested Chae-wan to accompany him outside. Agreeing with his requ
est, Chae-wan and
Jaejoong left outside. Finding a bench at the side of the clinic entrance, they
sat down in silence. Jaejoong
tried to wipe away the sweat from his hands as Chae-wan only smile at him. Alrea
dy nervous out of his
mind, Jaejoong finally turned to Chae-wans direction. She only smiled as their ey
es met.
UhI want to thank you for everything that you did today. Jaejoong said to her. You e
ven treated
Yoonas father. Thank you.
Im a nurse. I have to help; I cant just watch him in pain. She answered.
Thenwill you help me? Jaejoong asked her. He took hold of Chae-wans hand and held it
tightly. I
think Im beginning to go crazy lately
Chae-wan tried to smile. Howshould I help you? She nervously asked him.
Close your eyes He asked her.
Blushing immediately, Chae-wan closed her eyes. Without loosing the moment, Jaej
oong gently kissed
her.
Chapter 32
Jaeyoung remained in her room alone as she refused to see anyone. Luckily the tw
o cars that were flying
toward her slightly missed her by only a few centimeters to the right. Though fa
inting after the shock, she
then was scratched by the glasses lying on the ground. Conscious and alive, Jaey
oung sat quietly on her
bed, speechless. The doctor who had treated her had already confessed the situat
ion and news that she
was in. Though, shocked, Jaeyoung wanted to stay alone.
Junsu and Da-bee finally arrived at late evening at the hospital as Jaejoong had
called them. Everyone
was already at the hospital, standing outside of Jaeyoungs room, worried. As Da-h
ee hurried to Jaejoong,
he frowned at her.
She doesnt want to see anyone. He told her. Shes probably very shock.
I didnt know Da-hee told Jaejoong. I didnt know her situation at all.
No one knew. It was only father and I. Jaejoong explained.
I have to talk to her. Da-hee quickly answered as she approached the door, but Jaej
oong stopped her.
Let her be alone. Jaejoong told her. She needs sometimes alone.
I see. Da-hee slightly frowned. She must be shock.
From inside the room, Jaeyoung could hear the conversations between her families
. Hearing them speak
about her family tie situation, Jaeyoung clutched tightly onto her blanket as te
ars slowly made their ways
down her cheeks. Trying to contain her emotions, she couldnt help but cry helples
s at her state.
______
It was late in the evening when Jaeyoung poked her head outside to see that the
hallway was empty. Her
family members were nowhere to be found and Heechuls family had also disappeared.
Taking a deep
breath of relief, she led herself out of the room. She didnt exactly want to see
anyone at the moment and
luckily, they werent standing outside of her room like before. Heading out of the
hospital, a voice
suddenly called to her. It was Da-hee.
Jaeyoung? Where are you going? She asked her.
Jaeyoung quickly threw a nasty look at Da-hee. Its none of your business. She blurt
ed coldly at her. Go
away.
Hey, Im worried about you. Da-hee explained as she approached closer to Jaeyoung, b
ut quickly
Jaeyoung began backing away. Whats wrong? Why are you moving away?
II dont want to see you! Jaeyoung yelled at her. Get away from me! Jaeyoung started ru
nning from
Da-hee as her mind went blank. Shes the last person I want to see.Jaeyoung told h
erself. I dont want to
see her!
Jaeyoung! Da-hee called to her. Wait a minute!
NO! Jaeyoung refused.
Exiting out of the long narrow and dimmed hallway, she suddenly bumped into Heec
hul. Stumbling
backwards, she quickly shot him an evil glare and pushed him away from her. Jolt
ing out of the doors and
outside, Heechul and Da-hee raced after her. It was probably the first time that
Jaeyoung ever felt scared
of being caught. Her heart was racing at the speed of light. Her legs began to h
urt as she forced it to run
faster. Finally as she was nearly out of breath, Jaeyoung stopped running. Right
the girl to marry you. Now, its only a matter of time before youre on a leash! Sin
ce shes not herelets go
and pick up some girls! Yoochun told him.
Do you want to die? Junsu asked him with dull eyes. I will never do that to Da-hee.
Never in a million
years!
Ahhyoure so boring!! Yoochun exclaimed loudly.
And youre not? I dont see you hanging with a girl. Junsu quickly answered right back
.
Stabbed by Junsus words, Yoochun slightly smiled. HahaI dont need to be seeing just
one girl. I see
lots of girls!
Stupid. Junsu answered.
okay mister! Yoochun quickly barked at him. While everyones on a date with their litt
le love ones. I
am stuck with no one! Since youre not with Da-hee, damn it; go on a ride with me!
He complained.
Come on! Its not like youre cheating on her or anything! Im a guy for goodness sake!
Isthat whats on your mind? Junsu looked at him oddly before bursting out in laughter
. Hahaha, you
should have seen your face! You were so desperate!
Shut up. Yoochun answered. Come on. Im so so so bored here!
Alright. Junsu nodded. Lets go!!
Yeah! Yoochun happily exclaimed.
______
Jaejoong swallowed hard to himself as he sat beside Chae-wan in the cart heading
to the haunted house
ride. It wasnt exactly his ideal to ride through the haunted house. However, sinc
e Chae-wan had
suggested, he couldnt help but agreed with her.
Jaejoong, are you okay? Youre shaking. Chae-wan asked him. Are you not feeling good?
No. Thats not it. Im feeling fine. Jaejoong answered. I cant possibly tell her that Im
scared of
ghosts. Jaejoong told himself. Shell probably think Im a weirdo and then leave me.
But, I confessed to
her alreadyI dont want her to leave. I have to stay calm.
As the cart entered into the dark haunted house, Jaejoong began to gave goose bu
mps. Trying hard to
maintain calmness, a sudden ghoul appeared from the dark roof and flew across th
eir heads. Biting his
lips to keep him from screaming, sweats filled his entire face.
This is not good. Jaejoong thought to himself. Im loosing it.
Suddenly, a girl with long dark hair was at Jaejoongs side of the car. She began
crawling to them. As she
crawled toward their cart, which was moving quite slowly, blood trailed after he
r. Also, the room began to
reek of the dead. Unable to take it anymore, Jaejoong let out a scream of fear.
As the ride came to an end, Jaejoong was already half dead. His face had turned
pale and his eyes red.
Chae-wan helped him get out of the cart and exit from the platform as she finall
y took a deep breath
before bursting out in laughter.
Jaejoong, why didnt you tell me that youre scared of ghosts? She asked him.
thats because I was never put in a situation where I must see them. Jaejoong answere
d. Youyou
must find me weird now. He frowned. Im sorry.
Chae-wan smiled at him. No, not at all. She shook her head. Im happy that you went o
n the ride with
me even though youre scared of ghosts. Closing in the distant between them, she su
ddenly kissed him on