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@✽ mingyu k.⁰²²⁸²⁰²³ He was an absolute puzzle to Areum and she had no idea how to interpret anything he had said or done. There were a few people who had been kind to her in the past but most of them wanted something from her and so she would normally figure it was the same with Mingyu. But he was handsome, rich, could have virtually any person he wanted so she was only left with questions. Men like that didn’t talk to women like her unless they had to. Which brought her back to her drunken kiss with his actor that caused the whole mess. So, in a way, he did need her and maybe being nice was his way of covering his . There was almost no room in her mind for his affection to be genuine and that plagued her with each step towards the hospital.

Rather than respond to him, she just simply waved because for once she didn’t even know what to say. Would she miss him? Did she want to be missed by him? In some small way she did. If she thought he could be real, if she could allow that train of consciousness to exist, then she absolutely wanted him to miss her. And she missed him too. If.

Her mind was so busy that her body just followed the normal path to her father’s room only to find it empty. It snapped her back to reality in an instant and she had to double check to make sure she was in the right place. Yes, she was, but he was not. Panic swept over her like a torrent of crashing waves as she ran to the nearest nurse’s station but they weren’t there. Areum was trembling as she glanced around wildly, the hospital interior spinning as her legs gave out from underneath her and she fell unconscious.

@✽ siwan i. ⁰²²⁰²⁰²³ The babies were coming and the sensation of it all was much, much, much worse than Seolhyun expected. 100 times worse than her monthly menstrual cramps, and what she imagined was having a knife inside her coming out of her . That’s what it all felt like and all she could do was try to remember the tips her doctor gave her while she was in the car: breathe quick, deep, and take in as much oxygen as possible. Seolhyun was in so much pain she was tempted to smack Siwan’s hand away out of irritation, but at that point her mind was still present and she knew it would be unfair to him.

The woman was eventually put on a moving hospital bed, aided by nurses and her husband. Her breathing was quicker and the pain was getting more intense, and no painkiller would be able to fix it, she thought. She wanted to keep hold of Siwan’s hand, and her grip was getting dangerously tight on his fingers. “God, jesus!” she screamed out, nearly curling forward in pain but the nurses kept her down. Droplets of sweat and a reddening face were on Seolhyun, and she looked at Siwan with heavy breaths between her words. “Doing m-my best… !” She no longer cared about cursing in front of her pregnant belly, she just needed to vocalize her pain somehow.

“Im Siwan!” she shouted at her loudest volume, feeling the twins coming even closer and the doctor and nurses tried to calm her down, her death grip still on her husband’s hand. “, you did this to me! This is your fault!” Obviously her words were 100% influenced by her pain, she knew she wouldn’t regret giving birth to healthy twins, but the pain was just so unbearable that her mind was fuzzy and all she could think about was getting the little boys out. “Jesus ing Christ! Get them out!” She was already crying at that point, gripping his and the nurse’s hand as the doctor told her to push. What a stupid ing word, she hated that word now. If she wanted to push harder of course she ing would, she needed those two gremlins out of her , she felt like she was going to pass out from the pain. With around a 15-minute gap between the individual babies’ delivery, a lot of screaming and crying and pushing on her end, and the nurses fluttering about in panic trying to calm her down, she finally brought her kids out into the world. Seolhyun still felt a lot of residual pain from the birthing but she nearly fell back into the delivery bed, covered in sweat but one of her children in her arms. A nurse handed the second son to her, moving the firstborn into his dad’s arms. “Oh my god…”

@✽ areum k. He can elaborate further on it for Areum because he is aware that she has many concerns, particularly with reference to his sister. Mingyu wants her to concentrate on her father, thus he doesn't want her to have anything else on her mind at the same time.

With a nod of his head, the lad looks at Areum before understanding her statement. "I agree, and I also want it close by so I can transport you back to the hospital right away if something happens. So perhaps we can see a movie, stall in the mall, or perhaps go to a park. It's a lot nearer.”

His display of gentlemanly behavior is demonstrated by the way he opens the automobile door. In an effort to treat her right, Mingyu wishes to open and close the door for her instead of misinterpreting his actions. “I’ll miss you.” As he watches her enter the building, he says, "Take care, sweetie.”

@✽ mingyu k.⁰²²⁸²⁰²³ The idea that he had a sister and didn’t know where she was completely confused Areum and she had to fight the urge to inquire further. That was more entangled in his life than she was ready to be at the moment and she had enough drama to deal with on her own. Besides, it wasn’t exactly the right time for a long and drawn out conversation filled with the backstory and context she would require to wrap her head around it so she just let it go.

“I guess I would prefer something where we could talk and nothing far away. I don’t want to be far from my father, just in case. This battle has been tough and I wouldn’t want to risk not being able to be here for him.” She said quietly, deciding to be helpful in her opinions.

As soon as the buckle was removed she took it as a sign he wanted her out of the car and she was quick to comply, figuring he was tired of her presence instead of guessing it might be an act of kindness. She was already bag in hand and on her way out away from him when the kiss occurred which once more left her confused. They were clearly missing something in regards to communication and it left her dumbfounded as she gave him a befuddled look. It was also hard for her to accept his words as caring rather than scolding but she grumbled a soft thanks before heading inside with a lot more than she wanted to think about.

@✽ areum k. “Even today, I'm really busy. I've had a few dates, but right now, I'm more concerned about locating my sister.” He says as he starts to open himself. “We could, however, travel or go ice skating.” As he parked the car in front of the hospital, he said, "Even movies, going for a walk in the park, or something."

“Now you and your father can spend some private time together.” Mingyu stated as he unbuckles your seatbelt before his. “The hospital is out of touch for me at the moment because I want to respect your time and the privacy you need with your dad.” He approaches carefully and kisses your forehead. “Take care, baby, all right? Additionally, remember to eat promptly. Soon I'll see you. I'll wait for your text or an update.” He said.

To let Areum inside the hospital, Mingyu exits from his vehicle and opens the passenger door. Moving forward, he doesn't want to intrude on her privacy or her time in the hospital.

@✽ mingyu k. Now that the two of them were actually talking, they seemed to be getting to some level of understanding and that helped to put her at ease. Areum still didn’t trust him that well but she at least wasn’t mad at him anymore and that was a start. “I honestly don’t do much and I’ve never actually dated anyone so I have no idea where we should meet. Do you? I mean, have you dated much? I don’t imagine someone as handsome as you has had a hard time finding people to spend time with.”

Areum arched an eyebrow curiously at his actions and glanced away. It was more romantic than she had ever experienced and so she didn’t know how to react. “I, umm, okay. Thank you, I guess? I’m sorry. I, uhh, yeah, right. Sorry.” She rambled and raised her shoulders as she shrank into herself awkwardly, completely out of her element. The drive to the hospital seemed to be taking forever.

@✽ areum k. "I apologize for that. I wish we could have met somewhere other than in your personal space. The next time, I'll ask you where you'd like to meet up with me for a date. Paparazzi encroaching on my personal space annoys me as well.” He remarked before starting the car again. “But I have to do this to save everything.”

Mingyu hesitates at first, but he grips your hand tenderly while placing his other hand on the wheel. The back of your hand is lovingly kissed by him as he lifts it up. "Your hand seemed fatigued, therefore you must be working quite hard. Next time, let me know if you need help lifting or doing something.” He remarked to lighten the mood on the way. “You know I can carry some wood or big things too.” Of course, he wasn't simply acting for the cameras. He did this to express his admiration for Areum's authenticity.

“And now I'm here, abruptly missing your lips.” He chuckled lightly before saying, "I guess I'm nuts.”

@✽ mingyu k. The fact that he was a new ceo made a lot of sense to her and she could see that in the way he handled most things. There was a good mix of being authoritative and listening to what she was saying. That being said, the two of them definitely had trouble communicating and she wasn’t sure how they would be able to address that issue. Areum was at least willing to try and therefore chose to listen calmly again instead of fighting him on anything.

She noticed him glancing at the cars behind them and that drew her attention. It had to be paparazzi and that filled her with dread. They were having a hard enough time as people without the added pressure pretending to be an item. She rolled her eyes and sighed a little as she tried to separate those negative emotions from him.

“I do believe you and under other circumstances I think we would have had an easier time getting along. It’s not your fault and I know that. I’m just unhappy with the situation and I was mad that you intruded on my space with my father. I… I may not have much time with him left and the last thing I want is for him to worry about me and this nonsense. Okay? All I wanted was to keep him safe. My personal life is a mess and it’s okay as long as he doesn’t know but this threatened that and it’s why I reacted so violently. For that I’m sorry.”

It was a rare admission of guilt and peek into her psyche that left her feeling uncomfortably vulnerable. Her cheeks flushed and she shifted in her seat, frowning deeply that she had to say it aloud but she knew ultimately it could help keep things from bothering her father. “I mean no disrespect but I don’t intention of interfering with your company. It’s yours and I don’t wish to be a part of that, even if things go well between us.”

@✽ areum k. “I recently become a CEO, just so you know.” He continued to drive to the hospital as he stated. “So telling commands is actually not my thing. And another thing, Areum, you always make assumptions about me. I'm courting you to learn more about you. Same to me as yours. I also become quiet since I'm still taking in and remembering all we are talking about.”

The lad notices some cars following them when he glances in the side mirrors. He’s very certain that these are the paparazzi who want to get some scoop from the two of them for a story. Only fortunate that his car is tinted. "When I initially started working as a CEO, I even made my own coffee and printed my own documents—that is, until my assistant informed me that I have her for a reason. I therefore dislike giving directions. Even now, I'm not used to it. I apologize if my comments about you have offended you. But don’t make assumptions about me either, though. Contrary to your perception of me, I'm not a bad person. If I am, I will never offer you a choice; I will always give you commands. I had the option of attacking you, but instead I spoke with you. You realize?”

Then, after stopping the car close, Mingyu turns to face her. "I like you a lot. But every time I say something, you either misunderstand me or take it the wrong way. You can see that I have trouble expressing my emotions. I speak less and do actions more. But always keep in mind that you can always tell me if you don't like me or won't like me after, say, 2-3 months, and I'll keep my word that you won't see me or I won't bother you anymore.” He said in a rather serious tone, but he showed to be sincere with his words.

“And no worries, I’ll be open towards you. I’m not gonna hide any information about the company and such so you can tell me in case you have an idea or something to share. If you want me to do something in our setup right now. I’ll also be supportive of what you want to do. As long as you tell me where you’ll go so that I can be sure you’ll be safe.”

@✽ mingyu k. It seemed as if he would not be dissuaded from trying and that was still somewhat confusing for her. She didn’t understand where his desire came from but she could tell that it at least was genuine and seemed to originate in a kind place. There was very little she could say or do on the subject that would be helpful so she chose to stay quiet for a bit as they drove. The road to the hospital was long and the pause between them wasn’t exactly uncomfortable so she simply let it be until they arrived.

“If you want to get to know me and understand me then your best bet is to stop trying to control me or maneuver me, my thoughts or my feelings. I am sure for a ceo like you it might be difficult to do because you are used to having a more active role in things but the more you try to push or prod me, the more I will resist. I like to arrive at things on my own. An invitation is welcome but instructions are not, unless I ask for them. Just… I don’t know… be kind, be supportive and be open and I will come to you.”

@✽ siyeon p. Her words brought out a smile on his face as he just let his only sister being clingy, something that he hated when anyone else do but for Siyeon, he could just never say no. "And I'm not the best doctor. Still have a lot to learn and I'm just barely there." His eyes followed her while he ate his kimbap and at the mention of his upcoming surgery, Hyungsik gave her a nod. "Sure. It's a case where hemorrhage formed in the brain after the patient fell while skiing. It's the second surgery to remove the cloth and to see how much it progressed since the last surgery. The hemorrhage located in difficult place to reach, one little mistake could cause permanent paralyze on his lower body, the worst is... he could lose his life. " He explained after finishing the kimbap in his mouth. "I'll send the file to you after this. Make sure you read it thoroughly and let me know what you think, what kind of approach we can use and the after effect of it. Can you do it?"

@✽ hyungsik p. she squeezed her brother in her arms, her cheek pressed against his hair as her face scrunched with affection, holding onto him as if he were recharging her battery. "just one second, i'm almost completely recharged for the day," she answered with the biggest smile on her face, then continued, "i'm all energized up thanks to the best doctor in the hospital." she giggled happily as she pulled away and grabbed her food out of the fridge and popped it into the microwave, grabbing a mug and a tea bag to make herself a drink with the break room keurig while she was waiting for her food to eat. "by the way, can i stand in the operating room for the next surgery?" she asked, taking a seat on the counter, "dr. kim said she can cover me if i wanted to be in the or."

@✽ siyeon p. Hyungsik heaved a sigh when his back touched the back of the seat in the break room. It was nice to finally be seated after being on his feet since almost fourteen hours, not to mention the upcoming scheduled surgery which was estimated to last for three to five hours required him to be at his most prime condition so he decided to just take a little break to eat something as his stomach was embarrassingly growled at him. He was about to take a bite of his kimbap when he heard the unmistakably sweet voice of his sister which immediately brought a smile on his face. Hyungsik returned the hug with one hand and gently pat Siyeon's back. "I am. How are you holding up, dr. park? Ready to pass out or still have some energy left?"

@✽ hyungsik p. it was four in the afternoon and siyeon had been at work for almost twelve hours already without eating anything. between the rounds and shadowing and tackling her to-do list and notes, time in this career just breezed by. she popped into the break room when she caught the glimpse of her favorite person in the world, her face lighting up with a bright smile as she naturally gravitated toward him, wrapping her arms around him with her blue scrubs against his white coat, "are you on your break, dr. park?"

@✽ gyuri p. a fighter, ruri truly was.

she was the type to grit her teeth through pain; the firewood that keeps one's fire alive even if it meant burning herself in the process. she never took 'i give up' as a response. granted, she rubbed off her fighting spirit on soohyuk all the while being his pacemaker in juggling to pursue the two things he loved: astronomy and modelling-acting. it was her fighting vigour that became ruri's point of identity. no one expected her eternal flame to die so quickly, like turning off a candle under one breath. not even soohyuk, the one person she claimed to know her best.

soohyuk nodded slowly to confirm that grandmother lee wasn't around anymore. "i am," soohyuk replied, weaving his fingers together. grandmother lee, as if knowing her time would come, had contacted him one day to pass on ruri's guardianship to him. hence, the main reason soohyuk's career come to an indefinite hiatus and why he came to dandelion.

it wasn't as if soohyuk didn't pick up the cold front gyuri had earlier as she stepped into the ward. he simply didn't think it was wholly directed towards him. at her outburst, however, it became clear that gyuri doesn't quite like him. her opening statement to her outburst hit a nerve. soohyuk attempted to maintain being civil but he can't help how the temperature of his tone dropped as he agreed bitterly, "no, she couldn't have. yet i do know ruri has always waited for any news from you. i'd assume it wouldn't be any different when it comes to you visiting her in her current state."

gyuri's unwarranted anger escalated and soohyuk clenched his jaw. he wasn't to go about defending himself, at least, that's what he'd planned. yet as gyuri continued to make it everyone else's fault except hers, he started talking over her without knowing it. "we had priorities. grandmother lee had her focus on ruri. we also had to block off any press—good or bad—to not publicize her condition as they did during her first breakdown. there just wasn't enough headspace—" so unlike him, soohyuk realized. he was being carried away by gyuri's emotions and it took the loud screech of the chair being pushed back to snap him out of it. with a last spur from the moment, he finished, "—to inform a friend she hadn't been in touch for years."

the model rubbed his jaw in frustration at his own defensive stance. he glanced at gyuri, whose anger was now spent, as she apologized. soohyuk stood up and head out of the room, leaving her for a couple of minutes before coming back with a cup of warm coffee from the vending machine. it wasn't the best hospitality on his part, but it was more of a peace offering at this point.

"i, too, apologize," he told gyuri as he handed the cup to her. soohyuk had forgotten just how hard it was for him, too, in the beginning. even after years, he still finds himself back to square one, asking himself why and how it all came to this. "as someone who knew how fond ruri is of you, i should have reached out as things settled."

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@✽ areum k. As he observed some families visiting their loved ones in the hospital, Mingyu walked gently. Those who have lost someone are crying. Those who have already recovered make some people joyful. To him, it feels like an emotional roller coaster. Glancing at them while recalling the manner of his father's passing. He was feeling depressed.

He lets out a sigh and slowly gets into his car before driving back to his office. Mingyu kept tapping his fingers on the driving wheel while thinking of Areum's face. “She's hot and seductive.” He pondered before chuckling gently. "A little stubborn but also cute without her even trying."

"I hope we have a chance to work things out."

@✽ mingyu k. It was difficult for Areum to understand how this could be the same man who she felt barged into her private and sacred space. While she did understand it was important to him, she wishes he had handled things differently. At the same time, she also wished she had also reacted more civilly. She owed him an apology, she knew that, but she still had the residual distaste for him which kept her from uttering the words. Instead the kindest thing she could make herself do was stop glaring at him.

“I will.” Was all she managed to say as she tucked the card in her back pocket before watching him leave. She had a lot to think about but she would ponder it all later. Right now she had to focus on her father and make sure he was as comfortable as possible; her problems would come later.

@✽ areum k. The question caused him to halt in his tracks. Before responding, Mingyu cast a quick glance her way. "Yes, you are neither an employee nor a small person. I'm concerned because you love your father. I can identify since despite doing everything in my power to care for my own, my father was taken from me. I don't want you to go through the same thing, either. The same is true of my request that you see your father more often while he is still alive.”

Later, he gave her his business card. "This is how you can reach me.” Mingyu responded. “Make sure you say your name so I can save your number,” and then he left the room.

@✽ mingyu k. From where she stood, her eyes followed him around the room and she chewed the inside of her cheek to keep from arguing with him. Areum couldn’t figure out why he was suddenly being nice or if that was even what was happening. She wondered briefly if it was a new ploy to get her to go along with his scenario which was actually becoming more appealing now that the initial shock, disgust and anger were beginning to wane.

For a brief moment she softened a little and let her arms drop to her sides before she regained some of the composure to tuck her thumbs into her pants pockets. “Why do you care if I’m damaged or not? I’m not an employee or anything to you.” She finally asked, unable to stop herself. She was curious if he could possibly be a decent person who just made a poor choice, something she was an expert in.

“Wait. How am I supposed to contact you if I change my mind?” The woman inquired, taking a hesitant step towards him before glancing at the clock. There were only a few minutes before her father was due back and she didn’t want the two to meet. She had enough problems with her father trying to set her up with every guy at the hospital, she didn’t need that too.

@✽ areum k. Mingyu replied before nodding. “Well, if you seem like that to yourself, it's not me. I may not be the best person to say this, but I don't think you're that small.” He continues to circle the room before stopping close to the door. “You doing whatever you can for your father says a lot already. I also think you're a remarkable woman, in my opinion. I'm not the kind of person that constantly looks down on or judges other people. Especially women who make an effort to support and work for their family.”

"My father did not raise me to simply degrade others. Neither to assess people according to the circumstances of their lives. I've already done enough study on you to understand why you're not as small as you perceive yourself to be. You are a very amazing woman, and it is wrong to damage your name in that manner.”

Quickly, he rotates his body to face the door. "Okay, I'm going to stop disturbing you, and I apologize for that.” Mingyu turned the doorknob to exit. "I'll go now and give you time.”

@✽ mingyu k. “I am small. I’m no one. I know what I look like and how people view me. I think it will be easier for the public to hate and ridicule me than to believe you and I could ever be a couple. You are asking me to stop and think, I am. I am offering another solution that I think is the most beneficial to you and everyone else. Not me.” She answered, still coldly and quietly, folding her arms across her chest as she spoke. Areum shook her head, her dark hair falling in front of her face as she did so and blocking him from her sight for a moment.

“If you wanted to talk to me, you should have done it anywhere but here. You should know how important this space is. I may not have much time left with my father and you and this conversation shouldn’t be here. This is our space, our time, not yours.” The woman said softly, tucking a few strands of hair back behind her ear. “Take legal action if you must: I don’t have anything except what’s here. Just stop this and leave. Drag me, destroy me, whatever. I don’t care what you do but get out.”

@✽ areum k. As Mingyu heard what the other person stated, he could be heard laughing audibly. Yes, this woman is as obstinate according to his informant. He added before gently rising from his seat, "Well, it is even possible that he's out with the CEO's girlfriend, you know.

Mingyu looks around the room as he slowly walks. “If you think this is simply a petty scandal, you undoubtedly think small of yourself too. One person's reputation can have an impact on the entire corporation, its sales, spending plan. a hospital. More than what you may believe is minor about this issue can be ruined.” He looks at you and adds. "You don't know me well enough to condemn me and just punch me out of pure hatred. Even hitting someone out of the blue can result in legal action. I merely wanted to talk to you; I wasn't even trying to hurt you.” He shook his head and looked at you before saying, "Yet had the nerve to punch me.“

“So instead of hating someone, try to stop thinking about how insignificant everything is. It has a huge impact. That includes how your father is being treated. Therefore, if you want to rescue your family, you should think about protecting the people who are treating him, namely the medical professionals who will lose their jobs as a result of your hatred.”

@✽ mingyu k. Selfish. That word took the wind right out of her and she stopped for a moment to look at him and glare. Of all the things she had ever been accused of, no one had ever said that and for a few heartbeats she had to process how she felt about it. Areum knew that it wasn’t true, she gave up virtually everything in her life for other people and so to be called that was like a dagger to her heart.

“If your position is that weak and fragile that one small scandal can ruin it then that’s your fault; not mine.” She answered back coldly, her voice low and dripping with venom as she regarded him. “Just tell everyone I was a crazy fan, a troubled girl who attacked him instead. And that Johnny, being the amazing hero that he is, still took care of her anyway. If we are going to lie, at least make it believable. Put all of it on me, let them destroy me. I would rather have my personal life destroyed than be connected with you.”

@✽ areum k. Mingyu was struck, in fact. It aches. But as CEO, he must possess strength. People will simply put him under if it happens. People will claim that he is simple to eliminate. He must maintain his composure in order to be a good CEO, even though it may be difficult. for his father's business. Especially that some are having interests to take the company from their family.

"I guess you could say that. But I'm only doing everything I can to maintain the hospital's business and financial support. Will you please stop being selfish?” He doesn't stop gazing at the other individual. "If you think I'm a demon or only care about myself, then I would have simply let my father's business to fail and lose the money for this hospital. You realize? But because I care, I must take the necessary action. It is for the family whose members are receiving medical care here. For your father too.” He shot back. "So, set your brains straight. It's not about me in this. Every family in the organization that is working their ing asses off in this hospital will lose their jobs as a result of the controversy you two have started.”

@✽ mingyu k. Nothing. He didn’t even acknowledge that he had been hit and it left her positively quaking with ire. What was clear was that this demon, whoever he was, didn’t give a about her or her family or anyone other than himself. She paced a little, moving towards him and then back with the pent up rage that she was trying so hard not to continue to waste on him. His idea, however, had her laughing sardonically and she sneered at him; her disgust plainly evident on her features.

“If you’ve already got your story then run with it. But I would never, ever, even pretend to date such a vile a worm as you.” She spat, her eyes a fire and teeth bared as she glared at the seated man. “I would rather die than have to be yours for a single second.”

@✽ areum k. "You understand that we can hide that.” He said as he sat on the chair not too far from where she was standing. "But there are some things to do so.” Your attractive physique caught his attention before your intimidating demeanor. He finds that to be more seductive than frightening. He's not the sort to be instantly drawn to someone based just on appearance. But she notices a dramatic change in everything.

"I can hide to keep the witnesses who saw you two together inside the bar that day.” He looked up at Areum before he continued, "To avoid any drama or issues to be generated with the media. But in the outside, that’s something we can't control since a lot of people spotted you two leaving the pub after.” Mingyu regarded her response before continuing. “We'll cover up as a fake couple and tell the media that Johnny is simply going to the pub with his boss' girlfriend because he was near the area.”

@✽ mingyu k. When he refused to back down, it only pissed her off all the more and her fists clenched by her sides. Her nails dug deep into her palms, enough to cause pain but she wasn’t even paying attention to that. No, she had a new focus and he was quickly becoming the embodiment of everything she had ever despised. Areum was beyond seething or boiling when he stopped talking and she absolutely took what he said as a threat not only to her father but everyone at the hospital when he mentioned the funding.

All she saw was red as she widened her stance and took a step forward. She had been in a similar physical position the night before but there was nothing kind about this exchange at all. The woman balled up her fist tightly and swung for his absurdly handsome, stupid, and smug face with basically everything her small frame could muster.

@✽ areum k. As soon as he received the envelope back, Mingyu shook his head and softly laughed. "As you see Miss Areum, my family is funding for this hospital. Therefore, I also have the right to enter this area. Second, I do concur that this is a family place.” He slowly strolls around in his leather shoes, inspecting it further to determine why someone must stay here rather than going to check on her own family. "My father died here, so I understand.” He added.

"The picture brought me here. It is crucial since failing to do so will harm our company's finances as well as his career. If that occurs, the budget itself would have an impact on the hospital.” He explained. “So, Miss Areum, I ask that you cooperate with me here.”

@✽ mingyu k. There was a moment of stunned silence as he identified himself followed by pure confusion as she blinked a few times to try and process everything. As she was handed the envelope with pictures, it all started to click together. The woman thumbed through them, doing her best to quell the rage that was most definitely building up inside of her. She was dead silent as she shifted the prints back and forth, not really seeing them but in the end her temper absolutely got the best of her.

“Explain? Are you ing kidding? Explain what?” She asked back, eyes blazing with a deep ire and hatred for the man in front of her bringing up something so stupid in a place of far greater importance. Areum flung the whole envelope back at him and took a few steps nearer, trying to get him to back out of the door. “If he’s your talent then you ask him what happened. I didn’t know who he was and I absolutely don’t give a about any of this-this-this nonsense. Go away. This is a place for family and friends, not you.”